Advanced Fruit Peeler with Enhanced Performance and Convenience
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
An improved fruit peeler that addresses the limitations of existing designs, offering adjustable peeling, self-cleaning, integrated coring, detachable blades, and ergonomic handling.
Background and Problem Solved
The original fruit peeler patent, while effective, has limitations in terms of adaptability, maintenance, and user experience. The new inventive concept resolves these issues by introducing innovative features that enhance peeling efficiency, reduce cleaning efforts, and provide a more comfortable handling experience.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The advanced fruit peeler features an adjustable planing blade connected to the base through a sliding mechanism, enabling efficient peeling of fruits with varying curvatures. A self-cleaning mechanism comprising a rotating brush removes residual fruit pulp from the planing blade during operation. Additionally, the peeler integrates a fruit corer positioned coaxially with the planing blade, allowing for simultaneous peeling and coring of fruits. The planing blade is detachable and dishwasher-safe, facilitating easy cleaning and maintenance. The ergonomic handle incorporates a shock-absorbing material, reducing fatigue and discomfort during prolonged use.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel features that significantly improve the performance, convenience, and usability of the original fruit peeler. The adjustable planing blade, self-cleaning mechanism, integrated fruit corer, detachable and dishwasher-safe blade, and ergonomic handle collectively provide a non-obvious solution to the limitations of existing fruit peelers.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the advanced fruit peeler could include adjustable peeling angles, interchangeable blade designs, or integrated fruit slicing capabilities. Variations could also involve different handle materials, ergonomic designs, or specialized peeling mechanisms for specific fruit types.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The advanced fruit peeler has significant commercial potential in the kitchen appliance and utensil markets, particularly among health-conscious consumers, professional chefs, and fruit enthusiasts. Target industries may include food processing, restaurants, and households seeking efficient and convenient fruit preparation solutions.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A47 | A47J17/02 |
| B | B26 | B26D3/283 |
| B | B26 | B26D2003/287 |
| B | B26 | B26D2210/02 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Culinary tool design, specifically fruit processing equipment with mechanical peeling and manipulation mechanisms, involving precision engineering of rotational and sliding components
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A mechanical engineer or industrial designer with expertise in kitchen utensil design, familiar with mechanical joints, rotational mechanisms, and ergonomic tool development, possessing knowledge of materials science and manufacturing techniques
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the published technical disclosure represents predictable variations on the source patent's fundamental fruit peeler design, utilizing standard mechanical engineering techniques to enhance functionality through modular, adaptable components that solve known limitations in existing fruit processing tools.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,099 |
|---|---|
| Title | Fruit peeler |