Vaping Systems and Methods

This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 18/903,796, filed Oct. 1, 2024, which is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 18/671,136 filed on May 22, 2024 and entitled, “POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM FOR VAPING DEVICES,” which claims the benefit of and priority to U.S. Provisional App. No. 63/468,149 filed on May 22, 2023 and entitled, “POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM FOR VAPING DEVICES,” and priority to U.S. Provisional App. No. 63/535,437 filed on Aug. 30, 2023 and entitled, “POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM FOR VAPING DEVICES.” The entire contents of the Ser. Nos. 18/903,796, 18/671,136, 63/468,149, and 63/535,437 applications are herein incorporated by reference. This application also claims priority to U.S. Provisional patent application No. 63/681,460, filed Aug. 9, 2024, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. This application is also a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 18/434,296, filed Feb. 6, 2024, which claims the benefit of and priority to U.S. Provisional App. No. 63/443,906, filed Feb. 7, 2023.

This disclosure relates generally to vaping, aerosolization, or diffusion devices and power supply systems for such devices.

A system for vaporizing an inhalable substance includes a power supply and an adaptor. The power supply, which may comprise a proprietary power supply, includes a cartridge interface that couples a power supply interface of a proprietary cartridge containing the inhalable substance to the power supply. The adaptor includes a power supply interface that mates with the cartridge interface and at least one foreign cartridge interface (e.g., a 510 connector, an interface proprietary to the foreign cartridge (e.g., another configuration of threaded post, an unthreaded post, a post-less interconnect, etc.), etc.) that mates with a power coupler of a foreign cartridge. In some embodiments, the system may include a plurality of adaptors with different foreign cartridge interfaces. The system may also include a proprietary cartridge and/or one or more foreign cartridges.

The terms “diffuse,” “diffusing,” “diffusion,” and similar terms, as used herein, refer to converting an inhalable substance from an initial, consolidated state, such as in a liquid state or a solid state, into an airborne substance. “Diffuse,” “diffusing,” “diffusion,” etc., may mean vaporization, in which the inhalable substance undergoes a phase change from its initial, consolidated state to a gaseous state, or vapor. “Diffuse,” “diffusing,” “diffusion,” etc., may also include aerosolization, in which the inhalable substance is dispersed in a gaseous medium, such as air. Aerosolization may include nebulization, which forms a fine mist from the inhalable substance to facilitate inhalation of the inhalable substance. Similarly, a “diffused substance,” as used herein, encompasses vapors and aerosols, including mists (i.e., nebulized substances).

As used herein, a “proprietary power supply” is a power supply available from a particular source, or brand, with a cartridge interface that is specifically configured to mate with “proprietary cartridges” from the same source, or brand. Conventionally, the cartridge interfaces of proprietary power supplies have prevented the power supplies from being used with cartridges from other sources, which are the “foreign cartridges” referred to herein.

The cartridge interface of the proprietary power supply and the cartridge interface of the proprietary cartridge, when mated, physically couple the proprietary power supply and the proprietary cartridge to each other. In addition, the mated cartridge interface and power supply interface establish electrical communication between the proprietary power supply and the proprietary cartridge. Mating of the proprietary cartridge with the proprietary power supply facilitates use of the proprietary cartridge (e.g., diffusion of an inhalable substance carried by the proprietary cartridge, etc.) and optionally enables use of the power supply to control operation of the proprietary cartridge (e.g., the manner in which the inhalable substance is diffused, etc.).

Similarly, the cartridge interface of the proprietary power supply and the power supply interface of the adaptor, when mated, and the at least one foreign cartridge interface of the adaptor and the power coupler of the foreign cartridge, when mated, physically couple and establish electrical communication between the proprietary power supply and the foreign cartridge. Mating of the foreign cartridge with the adaptor and mating of the adaptor with the proprietary power supply facilitates use of the foreign cartridge (e.g., diffusion of an inhalable substance carried by the foreign cartridge, etc.) and optionally enables use of the proprietary power supply to control operation of the foreign cartridge (e.g., the manner in which the inhalable substance is diffused, etc.).

A method for diffusing an inhalable substance may include selecting a cartridge containing an inhalable substance for use with a power supply, such as a proprietary power supply. When the cartridge is a proprietary cartridge, the method further includes mating a power supply interface of the proprietary cartridge with a cartridge interface of the proprietary power supply. When the cartridge is a foreign cartridge, the method further includes identifying an adaptor with a power supply interface that will mate with the cartridge interface of the proprietary power supply and a foreign cartridge interface that will mate with a power coupler of the foreign cartridge, mating the power supply interface of the adaptor with the cartridge interface of the proprietary power supply, and mating the power coupler of the foreign cartridge with the foreign cartridge interface of the adaptor. The method also includes supplying power from the proprietary power supply to the cartridge to enable the cartridge to diffuse the inhalable substance.

Identification of the adaptor may comprise identifying the adaptor from a plurality of available adaptors with a plurality of foreign cartridge interfaces of a plurality of different configurations. For example, identifying the adaptor may comprise identifying an adaptor with the foreign cartridge interface comprising a 510 connector or a foreign cartridge interface proprietary to the foreign cartridge.

Mating the power supply interface of the proprietary cartridge with the cartridge interface of the proprietary power supply establishes electrical communication between the proprietary power supply and the proprietary cartridge. Mating the power supply interface of the adaptor with the cartridge interface of the proprietary power supply and mating the power coupler of the foreign cartridge with the foreign cartridge interface of the adaptor establishes electrical communication between the proprietary power supply and the foreign cartridge. A manner in which the inhalable substance is diffused may be controlled by the proprietary power supply and/or the adaptor.

Another system of this disclosure may include a power supply and a plurality of cartridges that are specifically designed for use with the power supply. The power supply may comprise a proprietary power supply and each cartridge of the plurality of cartridges may comprise a proprietary cartridge. Thus, the power supply and each cartridge may be available from the same source.

The power supply may include a cartridge interface. A first cartridge of the plurality of cartridges may include a first power supply interface that interchangeably mates with the cartridge interface of the power supply. A second cartridge of the plurality of cartridges may include a second power supply interface that also interchangeably mates with the cartridge interface of the power supply. The first cartridge interface and the second cartridge interface may have identical configurations.

The first cartridge may include a first diffusing element. The second cartridge may include a second diffusing element. The first diffusing element and the second diffusing element may be different from each other. For example, the first diffusing element and the second diffusing element may be different types of diffusing elements—a first type of diffusing element and a second type of diffusing element, respectively. As an example, the first type of diffusing element may comprise an atomizer (e.g., an atomizer in communication with a center airflow lumen, etc.), while the second type of diffusing element may comprise a vaporizer, such as a heating element (e.g., a heating element associated with a vaporization surface, etc.).

One or both of the first cartridge and the second cartridge may contain (define, integrally carry, etc.) a reservoir for a substance to be inhaled. One or both of the first cartridge and the second cartridge may be disposable. The power supply interfaces of the first cartridge and second cartridge may interchangeably mate with the cartridge interface of the power supply to enable the first cartridge and the second cartridge to be directly coupled to the power supply, as opposed to the need for a separate, reusable intermediate element to indirectly couple the first cartridge or second cartridge to the power supply.

A method for diffusing an inhalable substance with such a system includes selecting a cartridge that diffuses the inhalable substance in a desired manner. For example, a first cartridge with a first type of diffusing element (e.g., an atomizer, etc.) or a second cartridge with a second type of diffusing element (e.g., a vaporizer, etc.) may be selected. The cartridge that has been selected, which may contain (e.g., define, integrally carry, etc.) a reservoir, may be coupled directly to the power supply. Coupling of the cartridge to the power supply may include mating a power supply interface of the cartridge with a cartridge interface of the power supply. Such a method may also include supplying power from the power supply to the cartridge to enable the diffuser of the cartridge to diffuse the inhalable substance.

Also disclosed are systems, devices, and/or methods of use thereof regarding vaping devices and power supply systems for vaping devices. In various aspects, a battery deck system for a vaping device includes a housing having a proximal end and a distal end, and at least one battery contained within the housing. The battery deck system may also include at least one threaded connection in the proximal end of the housing for receiving an oil tank having a threaded connection. Further, the battery deck system may include a plurality of targets in the proximal end of the housing for receiving an oil tank having a plurality of pogo connectors (e.g., pogo pins or pogo targets). A target or pogo target may include a flat or concave metal surface, which typically has no moving parts. Targets may be separate components in the complete connector assembly, or in the case of printed circuit boards may be a plated area of the board.

The battery deck system may additionally include a control module for controlling an operational function of the at least one battery. For example, upon connection of the oil tank having a threaded connection and/or connection of the oil tank having a plurality of pogo pins, the control module changes the operational function of the at least one battery to match an operational need of the oil tank having a threaded connection and/or an operational need of the oil tank having a plurality of pogo pins.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Referring to, a vaping device, or a system for diffusing an inhalable substance, is depicted and may include an interchangeable power supply assemblyand an oil tankor cartridge. As illustrated, the oil tankincludes a proximal end, a distal end, and a bodyextending therebetween. The distal endmay include a threaded connection, such as a 510 threaded connection. “510 thread” refers to the ten, 0.5 mm threads that are typically on tanks that are compatible with batteries, and a 510 threaded connection can refer to any connection that is capable of receiving an oil tank. The bodymay define a reservoir for holding an oil or liquid to be vaporized by an atomizer. Alternatively, the bodymay be for holding dry, herbal substances to be vaporized by the atomizer. In some embodiments, the atomizer is contained within the distal endof the oil tank.

The interchangeable power supply assembly, sometimes referred to as a battery deck system, may include a housingwith a proximal endand a distal end. The housingmay house a printed circuit board assembly or control module (see control moduleof) and a battery. The housingmay include various features that allow the housingto receive or interface with a variety of different types of oil tanks.

The proximal endof the housingmay include a contact pad buildfor interfacing with the oil tank(see). The contact pad buildallows the interchangeable power supply systemto interface with a variety of oil tanks. For example, the contact pad buildallows the interchangeable power supply systemto interface with a 510 threaded oil tank, a postless oil tank, capsules containing rosin or other concentrates, pod oil tanks, rig modules for concentrates, and other oil tanks. In some embodiments, the contact pad buildmay include one or more electrical connectionsdisposed at or near the proximal endof the housing. The one or more electrical connectionsmay be disposed on a top surfaceof the proximal endof the housing. The one or more electrical connectionsmay facilitate the transfer of power from a battery or power source (not illustrated) stored within the housingto the heating element of the oil tank. The one or more electrical connectionsmay include a threaded connection, pogo pin connections or targets, pogo pin connections, conduction components, any appropriate electrical connector, and/or combinations thereof.

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

In some embodiments, the at least one threaded connectionis for receiving a 510 threaded oil tank. As illustrated, the oil tankincludes a proximal end, a distal end, and a bodyextending therebetween. A mouthpiece or other type of vapor outlet may be included at the proximal end. The distal endmay include a threaded connection, such as a 510 threaded connection. The bodymay define a reservoir for holding an oil or liquid to be vaporized by an atomizer. Alternatively, the bodymay be for holding dry, herbal substances to be vaporized by the atomizer. In some embodiments, the atomizer is contained within the distal endof the oil tank.

In some embodiments, the interchangeable power supply systemincludes a connector. The connectormay be for facilitating a connection between an oil tankhaving a first type of electrical connection (e.g., a threaded connection) and a power supply systemhaving a second type of electrical connection (e.g., pogo pin connections), where the first type of electrical connection is different from the second type of electrical connection. In some embodiments, the connectorfacilitates a connection between the oil tankand the power supply system, regardless of the type of electrical connection. The connectormay provide a magnetic connection between the oil tankand the interchangeable power supply system.

illustrates an assembled view of another example of a vaping devicehaving an interchangeable power supply assemblyand an oil tank. The interchangeable power supplyincludes a housingwith a proximal endand a distal end. The oil tankincludes a bodyhaving a proximal endand a distal end. A connectoris disposed between the interchangeable power supplyand the oil tank. The connectormay provide a magnetic connection, a keyed connection, a slotted connection, or another appropriate means of connection between the interchangeable power supplyand the oil tank.

illustrates another example of an interchangeable power supply. As before, the interchangeable power supplyincludes a housingwith proximal and distal ends,. As illustrated, the proximal endof the housingdefines a cavity. In some embodiments, the cavitymay be for receiving an oil tank. In some embodiments, the cavitymay be for holding dry, herbal substances to be vaporized. In such embodiments, the housingof the power supplymay house or include an atomizer and the cavitymay be in communication with the atomizer, such that powering or heating of the atomizer causes the dry, herbal substance to be vaporized.

The interchangeable power supply systemmay also include a pipeexternal to the power supply systemand in fluid communication with the cavity. The interchangeable power supply systemmay include a batterywhich may be external to the housing. In some embodiments, the batteryis external to the housingand provides power to the power supply systemthrough insertion of the batteryin a side cavity of the housing(not illustrated). Upon insertion of the batteryto the housing, a terminal of the batterywill complete an electrical circuit to provide power to an atomizer or other heating element. Thereby, the dry, herbal substance can be vaporized for inhalation by a user.

In some embodiments, the vaping devicefurther includes a protective outer casing. The protective outer casing may define an internal cavity for receiving the oil tankand a portion of the battery deck assembly. In some embodiments, the distal endof the battery deck assemblyremains outside of the protective casing. In some embodiments, the distal endof the battery deck assemblyis visually continuous with the protective casing, such that battery deck assemblyof the vaping deviceis not visually different from the casing. In some embodiments, emblems, indicia, graphics, or other features may be included on an exterior surface of the casing. The casing may include an internal vapor pathway that may be continuous and in fluid communication with a mouthpiece of the oil tank.

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

illustrates another embodiment of an interchangeable power supply or battery deck systemhaving an integrated connector. The interchangeable power supply assemblymay include a housingwith a proximal endand a distal end. The housing may be any suitable shape and size (circular, ovular, square, rectangular, etc.) and this disclosure is not limited to a housing of a particular shape nor a particular size. The shape and size may be changed as desired and may be modified to substantially align with an oil tank, battery, etc., or may not align with an oil tank, battery, etc.

The housingmay house a printed circuit board assembly or control module (see control moduleof) and/or a battery. The housingmay include various features that allow the housingto receive or interface with a variety of different types of oil tanks. For example, a connection pointmay be disposed or defined on the top surfaceof the proximal end. The connection pointmay provide both a mechanical connection for connecting the oil tankto the housingand an electrical connection for facilitating a transfer of power from the housingto the oil tank. In some embodiments, the connection pointis a threaded connection, such as a 510 threaded connection pointto receive a 510 oil tank. However, other connection pointsmay be utilized to receive other types of oil tanks, such as a magnetic connection, press-fit connection, friction fit connection, etc. The connection pointmay generally allow reversible connection of an oil tank so that oil tanks can be connected and removed from the connector.

illustrate various oil tanksthat may be attached and connected with the interchangeable power supplyvia connection point. The interchangeable power supply, via connection point, may receive threaded oil tanksor disposable oil tanks. As illustrated in, in some embodiments, a connectoris disposed between the interchangeable power supplyand the oil tank. The connectormay be for facilitating an electrical connection between an oil tankand the interchangeable power supply, such as by providing an activation button.

In some embodiments, the connectormay be for facilitating a connection between an oil tankhaving a first type of electrical connection (e.g., a threaded connection) and a power supply systemhaving a second type of electrical connection (e.g., pogo pin connectionsor other types of electrical connections), where the first type of electrical connection is different from the second type of electrical connection. In some embodiments, the connectorfacilitates a connection between the oil tankand the power supply system, regardless of the type of electrical connection. The connectormay provide a magnetic connection between the oil tankand the power supply system, or any other suitable type of connection.

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

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

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

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

illustrates various volumes or sizes of the postless oil tankand the center post system oil tankthat can be accommodated by the interchangeable power supply system. For example, the interchangeable power supply systemcan accommodate or support postless oil tankshaving volumes ranging from 0.5 mL to 3.0 mL, such as 1.0, 1.5, 2.0, 2.5 mL or a volume within a range defined by any two of the foregoing values. Additionally, the interchangeable power supply systemcan accommodate or support center post system oil tankshaving volumes ranging from 0.5 mL to 5.0 mL, such as 1.0, 1.5, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5 mL or a volume within a range defined by any two of the foregoing values.illustrates the postless oil tankand the center post system oil tankattached or connected to an interchangeable power supply system.

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

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

illustrate a close-up view of the proximal endof the housingof the interchangeable power supply. Specifically,illustrate the contact padat the proximal endfor accommodating and providing power to multiple types of oil tanks, such as postless oil tank, a center post system oil tank, and one or more other types of tanks that may be attached, for example, through an adaptor. That is, the proximal endof the power supplycan accommodate and provide power to a device that facilitates aerosolization of a substance, where the device may be a postless oil tank, a center post system oil tank, and/or an adaptor(see). As illustrated, the contact padincludes one or more magnetic connectionsfor magnetically securing an oil tank,to the proximal endof the housing. In other configurations, magnets may not be provided. Or, another type of physical connection means may be provided (such as friction fit tabs, projections/detents, etc.) As shown in, the magnetic connectionsmay be circular; in, the magnetic connectionsmay be rectangular or square. The proximal endmay define a cavityand the contact padmay be disposed within the cavity(see, for example,).