摘要 |
<p>A flavor generating unit (10) is provided for use in an article for delivering to a consumer a flavor-containing substance, the article having electrical heating means (12) disposed in a cavity. The flavor generating unit (10) includes a carbon fibrous mat (16) and flavor generating medium (14) disposed on the mat (16) for providing efficient generation of flavor-containing substance. The carbon mat (16) includes carbon fibers that are made from a precursor selected from the group consisting of rayon, pitch, and polyacrylonitrile. A flavor generating article incorporating the flavor generating unit is also provided.</p> |