Modular Smart Cooking Ecosystem

Publication ID: 24-11857108_0010_PTD

Published: November 07, 2025

Category:Future Evolutions & Paradigm Shifts

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Modular Smart Cooking Ecosystem,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857108_0010_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857108_0010_PTD

This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,108.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

A next-generation cooking system that integrates interchangeable cooking vessels, advanced sensors, AI-powered cooking algorithms, and sustainable energy sources to revolutionize home cooking and promote eco-friendly practices.

Background and Problem Solved

The original flange assembly for quick replacement of a wok, while innovative, still relies on traditional cooking methods and lacks the flexibility to adapt to changing cooking needs and preferences. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing a modular, intelligent, and sustainable cooking ecosystem that can be easily upgraded and customized to accommodate diverse cooking styles and recipes.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The modular smart cooking ecosystem comprises a wok assembly device, a heating device, and a driving device, which can be easily replaced and upgraded to accommodate new cooking technologies and recipes. The system features advanced sensors and AI-powered cooking algorithms that enable real-time monitoring and optimization of cooking parameters for optimal flavor and nutritional retention. Additionally, the ecosystem incorporates a meal planning AI, a food storage management system, and a renewable energy source, making it a self-sustaining and eco-friendly cooking solution. The flange assembly is designed for easy disassembly and recycling, minimizing environmental impact and promoting sustainable cooking practices.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new inventive concept introduces a paradigm shift in cooking technology by integrating AI, advanced sensors, and sustainable energy sources into a modular and customizable cooking ecosystem. The inventive step lies in the combination of these features, which enables real-time optimization of cooking parameters, reduces environmental impact, and provides a flexible and adaptable cooking solution.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include variations in the type of cooking vessels, sensors, and AI algorithms used, as well as different configurations of the modular components. Additionally, the ecosystem could be integrated with other smart home devices and systems to create a seamless cooking experience.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The modular smart cooking ecosystem has significant commercial potential in the home cooking market, particularly among health-conscious and environmentally aware consumers. The system's flexibility, customizability, and sustainability features make it an attractive solution for modern households. Potential target industries include home appliance manufacturers, food technology companies, and eco-friendly product providers.

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)

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Field of Art

Intelligent household appliances, cooking systems, and modular kitchen equipment with a focus on cooking vessel attachment mechanisms and smart cooking technologies

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

An engineer with expertise in kitchen appliance design, mechanical engineering, and emerging smart home technologies, possessing knowledge of modular device integration, sensor technologies, and cooking system optimization

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the published technical disclosure represents a predictable extension of the source patent's flange assembly concept by integrating known smart technologies and modular design principles. The core mechanical coupling mechanism remains fundamentally similar, with added intelligence and sustainability features that represent incremental technological improvements. The combination of existing flange replacement technology with AI-powered sensors and adaptive cooking algorithms would be considered an obvious design evolution in the field of smart kitchen appliances.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element

Detachable flange assembly with clamping pins and bayonet connections for wok replacement

PTD Variation

Modular cooking system with interchangeable cooking vessels and integrated sensors for adaptive cooking

Obviousness Reasoning

Extending the existing mechanical coupling mechanism to include sensor integration is a predictable application of known smart technology techniques, representing a logical progression of the original flange design concept

Source Patent Element

Rotating shaft connection between wok and base driving device

PTD Variation

AI-powered cooking algorithms that optimize heat distribution and cooking parameters

Obviousness Reasoning

Adding computational intelligence to an existing mechanical cooking system represents a standard technological enhancement that would be obvious to a skilled practitioner seeking to improve cooking performance

Source Patent Element

Cooking machine with rotatable wok connection

PTD Variation

Sustainable cooking ecosystem with renewable energy sources and waste recycling capabilities

Obviousness Reasoning

Incorporating environmental sustainability features into existing cooking appliance designs is a known trend in product development, representing an obvious design choice for improving product marketability and ecological responsibility

Source Patent Element

Flange assembly with multiple connection points

PTD Variation

Modular system allowing easy replacement and upgrade of cooking technologies

Obviousness Reasoning

Creating a flexible, upgradeable cooking system is a predictable evolution of existing modular design principles, representing a standard approach to increasing product adaptability

Source Patent Element

Wok attachment mechanism with precise mechanical coupling

PTD Variation

Micro-sensor and nano-coating technology for real-time cooking condition monitoring

Obviousness Reasoning

Integrating advanced sensing technologies into existing mechanical systems is a well-established approach to enhancing product functionality, representing an obvious technological progression

35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857108 and the published technical disclosure, a person having ordinary skill in the art would find the claimed variations obvious, as the combination represents a predictable application of known smart technology techniques to an existing modular cooking system design, with no invention beyond the ordinary capabilities of a skilled practitioner in the field of intelligent kitchen appliances.

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.