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Adaptable Oil-Less Fryer Stand Devices for Niche Environments

Publication ID: 24-11857109_0004_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Specialized Variations & Niche Solutions

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Adaptable Oil-Less Fryer Stand Devices for Niche Environments,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857109_0004_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857109_0004_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. 11,857,109.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

The present inventive concept discloses a series of oil-less fryer stand devices tailored to specific, narrow markets or unique operational environments, offering enhanced functionality and adaptability in high-security, disaster relief, high-volume food production, remote area, and small kitchen settings.

Background and Problem Solved

The original oil-less fryer stand device patent provides a general solution for cooking devices, but it lacks adaptability to specific, demanding environments. The present inventive concept addresses this limitation by introducing specialized variations that cater to distinct needs, such as disaster relief operations, high-security facilities, and remote areas, thereby expanding the device's applicability and value.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The inventive concept encompasses four primary variations: a portable oil-less fryer stand device for disaster relief operations, featuring collapsible legs and a weather-resistant design; a high-security oil-less fryer stand device, incorporating tamper-evident legs and restricted access features; a modular oil-less fryer stand device for high-volume food production, allowing for interchangeable shelves and multiple fryer units; and an oil-less fryer stand device for use in remote areas, powered by solar energy and designed for off-grid operation. Additionally, a compact oil-less fryer stand device for small kitchens is proposed, characterized by foldable legs and minimal storage requirements.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The novelty of the present inventive concept lies in the deliberate adaptation of the oil-less fryer stand device to specific, niche environments, introducing unique features and functionalities that address particular challenges and needs. The inventive step is evident in the combination of specialized components and designs that enable the device to thrive in diverse settings, thereby expanding its utility and commercial appeal.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include oil-less fryer stand devices tailored to other niche environments, such as extreme weather conditions, emergency response situations, or specialized medical facilities. Additionally, variations incorporating advanced materials, smart sensors, or automation features could further enhance the device's performance and adaptability.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The adaptable oil-less fryer stand devices have significant commercial potential in various industries, including disaster relief, high-security facilities, food production, remote area operations, and small kitchen settings. The devices' enhanced functionality and adaptability are expected to appeal to customers seeking specialized solutions for their unique operational environments.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A47 A47J37/043
A A47 A47J27/002

Field of Art

Culinary equipment design, specifically portable cooking apparatus and stand systems for oil-less frying technologies, requiring mechanical engineering skills and understanding of food preparation equipment

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A mechanical engineer or industrial designer with expertise in kitchen appliance design, familiar with modular cooking equipment, materials engineering, and adaptable food preparation technologies

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the disclosed variations represent predictable adaptations of the source patent's core oil-less fryer stand design by applying known engineering techniques to address specific environmental constraints. The fundamental structural elements of the original patent provide a clear technical foundation for implementing specialized configurations through routine design modifications. These variations represent logical extensions of the existing technological framework using standard engineering problem-solving approaches.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Elongated legs and first shelf configuration from original patent
PTD Variation
Collapsible legs for disaster relief and foldable legs for small kitchen applications
Obviousness Reasoning
Modifying leg geometry is a predictable design choice for portability, achievable through known mechanical joint and hinge technologies
Source Patent Element
Hollow pipe positioned through first shelf
PTD Variation
Solar-powered legs and modular interchangeable shelf systems
Obviousness Reasoning
Integrating power systems and modular components represents a standard engineering approach to expanding device functionality using known electrical and mechanical integration techniques
Source Patent Element
Raised lip and drain opening design
PTD Variation
Tamper-evident legs and restricted access features for high-security environments
Obviousness Reasoning
Implementing security mechanisms through structural modifications is a predictable solution using established mechanical design principles
Source Patent Element
Basic stand structure with multiple legs and shelf
PTD Variation
Environment-specific adaptations for disaster relief, remote areas, and high-volume production
Obviousness Reasoning
Tailoring device configurations to specific use cases represents a standard design optimization strategy using known engineering adaptation techniques
Source Patent Element
Primary fryer stand structural concept
PTD Variation
Compact design for small kitchens with minimal storage requirements
Obviousness Reasoning
Reducing device footprint through geometric reconfiguration is a routine design optimization approach within kitchen equipment engineering
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Pursuant to 35 U.S.C. ยง 103, the variations disclosed in this publication would be considered obvious to a person having ordinary skill in the art at the time of invention, when viewed in light of US Patent 11857109. The disclosed adaptations represent predictable technical extensions of the source patent's core technological framework, achieved through routine engineering design choices and standard problem-solving methodologies within the culinary equipment design domain.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,109
TitleOil-less fryer stand device