Enhanced Flange Assembly for Quick Wok Replacement and Improved Cooking Performance
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This invention discloses an improved flange assembly for quick wok replacement and enhanced cooking performance in intelligent household appliances, addressing the limitations of the existing flange assembly design.
Background and Problem Solved
The original flange assembly patent (FIELD OF THE INVENTION) has inherent limitations, such as cumbersome wok replacement, heat loss during cooking, and lack of speed adjustment for optimized cooking performance. This new inventive concept solves these problems by introducing magnetic connection mechanisms, thermal insulation, shock-absorbing materials, and speed adjustment mechanisms.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The enhanced flange assembly features a magnetic connection mechanism between the first and second flanges, enabling quick and easy wok replacement. The wok assembly device incorporates a heating device thermally insulated from the wok to minimize heat loss during cooking. A shock-absorbing material replaces the resilient piece to reduce the impact of wok replacement on the cooking machine. Additionally, the driving device is equipped with a speed adjustment mechanism to optimize cooking performance based on the type of food being cooked.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel features not present in the original patent, including magnetic connection mechanisms, thermal insulation, shock-absorbing materials, and speed adjustment mechanisms. These features provide a non-obvious improvement over the existing flange assembly design, enhancing cooking performance, safety, and efficiency.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include different magnetic connection mechanisms, varying thermal insulation materials, or alternative shock-absorbing materials. The speed adjustment mechanism could be implemented using different sensors or algorithms to optimize cooking performance.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The enhanced flange assembly has significant commercial potential in the intelligent household appliances industry, particularly in the cooking machine segment. Target markets include high-end cooking appliance manufacturers and consumers seeking improved cooking performance and convenience.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A47 | A47J36/34 |
| A | A47 | A47J27/002 |
| A | A47 | A47J27/004 |
| F | F16 | F16L23/08 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Intelligent household appliances, specifically cooking devices with removable wok assemblies, involving mechanical coupling mechanisms, thermal management, and cooking device design
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A mechanical engineer with expertise in kitchen appliance design, familiar with modular cooking equipment, thermal insulation techniques, and precision mechanical coupling systems
Obviousness Rationale
A person having ordinary skill would recognize that the PTD's variations represent predictable engineering improvements to the source patent's flange assembly design. The magnetic connection, thermal insulation, and speed adjustment mechanisms are logical extensions of existing cooking device technologies. These modifications address known limitations in wok replacement and cooking performance using standard engineering problem-solving approaches.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,108 |
|---|---|
| Title | Flange assembly for achieving quick replacement of a wok and wok assembly device |
| Assignee(s) | SHANGHAI AICAN ROBOT (GROUP) CO., LTD. |