How Robotic Moxa Achieves Smokeless Therapy

In the current moxibustion robot market, many products tout "smokeless moxibustion" as a key selling point to attract consumers. However, the reality is that genuine moxibustion robots using open-flame moxibustion will always produce smoke. This is because open-flame combustion inherently generates smoke.

Open Flame vs. Smoldering Fire: Why Does Moxibustion Produce Smoke?

Open-flame moxibustion, the traditional form, generates approximately 1.5-2.2 mg of PM2.5 particles per gram of mugwort floss during combustion. Technically, open-flame moxibustion features high temperature and intense heat, rapidly stimulating acupoints for an "instant effect." In contrast, smoldering-fire moxibustion reduces smoke but emits heat and wavelengths closer to natural moxibustion, offering more significant therapeutic effects. However, while smoldering fire produces less smoke, its heat penetration and efficacy are weaker than open-flame methods.

Debunking the "Smokeless Moxibustion" Myth in Robots

Most market players use "smokeless moxibustion" as a marketing ploy. In reality, robot moxibustion generates smoke similar to traditional methods. The true distinction lies not in combustion form but in the robot’s built-in purification system.

Take the Zhimeikangmin Moxibustion Robot as an example, which employs a dual purification system of activated carbon filters + air purifier:

● Single-layer Filter: During moxibustion, smoke first passes through the primary filter to intercept large particles and some harmful substances.

● Air Purification System: After initial filtration, the robot’s air purifier further catalyzes and decomposes harmful substances and odors, releasing fresh, odorless air for a truly smokeless experience.

Dispelling the Misconception: "No Smoke, No Moxibustion"

Research by the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences shows that 80% of moxa smoke consists of harmful substances like CO and PM2.5, with mugwort tar content reaching 0.15 mg/m³—three times higher than indoor air quality standards. Prolonged exposure to moxa smoke is equivalent to smoking three cigarettes daily! This outdated belief should be overturned by technological innovation. Effective, healthy moxibustion should enhance immunity while safeguarding physical health.

As a technological inheritor of TCM moxibustion culture, Zhimeikangmin Moxibustion Robot is committed to leveraging technology to promote the integrity of moxibustion, disseminate technological health achievements globally, and restore the authentic essence of this ancient practice.