COMMON OF MULTIPLE COOKING AND PREPARATION UNITS IT CAN BE OPERATED VIA INFRASTRUCTURE AND WITH A SINGLE MOVEMENT. MODULAR STREET FOOD VEGETABLE MACHINE THAT CAN BE INTEGRATED

TR202607987U5Pending Publication Date: 2026-06-22DENİZLİ MERKEZEFENDİ İLKOKUL MERKEZ EFENDİ +6
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Application Number
TR202607987U
Authority / Receiving Office
TR · TR
Patent Type
Utility models
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2026-05-20
Publication Date
2026-06-22
Estimated Expiration
2036-05-20

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Abstract

The invention relates to a modular street food machine with multiple module slots within a main body, into which different cooking or preparation modules can be placed. The module slots are structured to allow modules to be placed along guide rails, and all modules are connected to the system via a common interface. Electricity, liquid or gas flow, and data communication are activated simultaneously upon placement of the modules in their slots. This structure allows modules to be integrated into the system with a single placement movement without requiring external connections, and enables quick switching between different modules. The invention presents a system that optimizes space utilization and increases operational efficiency, particularly in street food production and mobile kitchen applications.
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1 TARIFF 5 COMMON OF MULTIPLE COOKING AND PREPARATION UNITS IT CAN BE OPERATED VIA INFRASTRUCTURE AND WITH A SINGLE MOVEMENT. MODULAR STREET FOOD VEGETABLE MACHINE THAT CAN BE INTEGRATED Technological Field: The invention relates to the technical field of food preparation and cooking equipment, specifically encompassing areas from one to 10. The cooking and preparation functions are integrated into a single system via interchangeable modules. modular kitchen systems that can be implemented in an integrated manner within the main body It is related. State of the Art: The equipment used in street food production is generally specific to a particular type of food. They are designed as separate appliances such as toasters, grills, fryers or similar devices. They are used separately. This is especially true for businesses operating in limited areas. This creates a serious space problem and the simultaneous use of multiple devices. This leads to operational complexity. Various solutions for multifunctional kitchen appliances have been developed in the literature. for example, US20180234567A1, EP3124567A1 and CN109876543A The documents indicate that different cooking surfaces are interchangeable or that there are multiple Systems where the function is offered in a single device are described. However, when these systems are examined; • Modules are generally assembled with fixed or semi-fixed connections, 25 • Module replacement cannot be done quickly and in a single step, • It requires the separate installation of electrical, fluid, and data connections. • It does not allow modules to be repositioned between different locations, • It does not provide automatic and synchronized integration through a common infrastructure. It is seen. 30 Therefore, modules can be quickly swapped and repositioned between different slots. it can be positioned and all connections are automatically made with a single placement movement. The need for a system that provides this has emerged. The purpose of the invention is to integrate different cooking and preparation modules within a single main body. It is assembled in a modular structure, and these modules can be quickly configured according to user needs. 35 The goal is to develop a street food vending machine that can be modified and repositioned. 2 Another aim of the invention is to enable the modules to connect via a common energy, flow and data infrastructure. By enabling its operation, it eliminates the need for external connections, reducing the number of devices. another objective of the invention is to reduce and optimize space utilization. The main purpose of the modules is to... With its placement in the body, the electrical, flow and data connections are simultaneously and By enabling automatic activation, it reduces installation time and the user The goal is to minimize errors. 10 Explanation of the Figures Figure 1: General system view Figure 2: Modular unit layout Figure 3: Connection and locking mechanism. Figure 4: Shared infrastructure system 15 References: 1. Main Body 2. Module slot 3. Cooking module 4. Connection interface 20 5. Locking mechanism 6. Electrical connection line 7. Liquid / gas flow line 8. Data / communication link 9. Control unit 25 10. User control panel 11. Heating element 12. Sensor system 13. Support frame Module 14 guide rail 30 15. Power supply unit 16. Security lock 17. Thermal insulation element 18. Waste collection bin 19. Cooling element 35 20. Cleaning module Description of the Invention: 3 The invention describes a system containing multiple module slots (2) within a main body (1) and these 5 a modular system in which different cooking or preparation modules (3) can be placed in the slots It relates to street food vending machines. The modules in question (3) are grill, fryer, toaster. or structured to perform various similar food preparation functions It is a structure that can be modified and repositioned according to user needs. It offers. 10 Each module (3) is positioned in its respective module slot (2) on the main body (1). The module is positioned by moving it along the guide rails (14). These rails are located on the module's in a way that allows it to move only in a specific direction and in a controlled manner It is designed to ensure the module is placed in the correct position and without errors. Module slots (2) are specially designed to allow the placement of only certain types of modules. It has a geometric structure and the placement of incompatible modules is physically It is being blocked. All module slots (2) shall have a common connection interface (4) standard It is structured. In this way, the modules (3) are located between different module slots. It can be modified and operate over the same connectivity infrastructure in every location. 20 When the module (3) reaches its final position along the routing rails (14), the connection interface (4) will automatically align with the corresponding interface located in the main body (1). It is positioned. This alignment is achieved through guide surfaces located on the interface. This is ensured, and connecting the module in the wrong position physically... is being blocked. 25 Once the module (3) reaches its final position, power is supplied via the connection interface (4). connection line (6), liquid / gas flow line (7) and data / communication link (8) simultaneously This structure enables the module to be integrated into the system in just one step. This is completed with the placement movement, and in existing systems, it is done separately. It eliminates the connection processes that are carried out. Thus, external cabling 30 or the need for additional connections is eliminated, significantly reducing installation time. User-induced connection errors are reduced and minimized. The flow line (7) remains closed when the module is not installed and when the module is installed. together with the integrated valve structure which is mechanically opened via the connection interface (4) It has this structure, which keeps the flow line closed when the module is not connected, module 35 Once it is positioned, the flow is started automatically. Thus, the liquid or gas... Leakage is physically prevented and system security is enhanced. 4 Module (3) is secured via the locking mechanism (5) after it is installed. and the mechanism in question consists of spring-loaded latch or bolt-type mechanical elements. It includes a safety lock (16) on the module when the system is operational. by physically preventing it from being removed from its housing, thus ensuring user safety. It provides. Each module (3) has electrical identification elements located on the connection interface (4) 10 It is automatically recognized by the control unit (9) via the control unit. (9) activates the relevant operating parameters depending on the detected module type and The system is controlled via the heating element (11) and the sensor system (12) located inside the module. It manages the workflow. This allows different modules to be controlled without any manual adjustments. It can be operated automatically without requiring any intervention, and the ease of use of the system is important. 15 is being increased to a certain extent. The thermal insulation elements (17) included in the system, the different modules thermally bond each other It prevents it from affecting the environment and ensures stable operating conditions. Furthermore, it prevents waste. collection chamber (18), cooling element (19) and cleaning module (20) of the system It contributes to hygienic, safe and sustainable operation. 20 The system in question is a carrier frame which provides structural integrity to the main body (1). (13) is positioned on the said frame modules securely. It supports the placement and portability of the system. Inside the main body (1) The power supply unit (15) located on the modules provides the electrical energy required for the operation of the modules. It provides and transmits this energy to the relevant modules via the energy connection interface (4). 25 System operating parameters are provided via the user control panel (10) It can be adjusted and the operating status of the modules can be monitored. As a result, the invention connects the modules via the connection interface (4) and all energy, Simultaneous streaming and data transmission through this interface with a single placement motion. It offers a structure based on the principle of being implemented in this way. Thanks to this structure, 30 different Cooking functions are combined under a single main unit, allowing the user to... It can be quickly and practically reconfigured according to needs and integrated into existing systems. compared to others, it is significant in terms of ease of use, safety, and operational efficiency. It provides advantages. 35

Claims

REQUIREMENTS 5 1. The present invention describes a system containing multiple module slots (2) within a main body (1). and into the module slots (2) different cooking or preparation modules (3) It is a modular street food vending machine that can be deployed; its feature is: 10 along the routing rails (14) of the corresponding module (3) of each module slot (2) It is structured in such a way as to allow it to be advanced and placed, module slots (2) and modules (3) can be swapped between different slots having a common connection interface (4) that provides, by placing the module (3) into the module slot (2) and bringing it to its final position together with the connection interface (4) of the electrical connection line (6), liquid / gas flow 15 the line (7) and data / communication link (8) can be connected with a single deployment motion. It is configured to activate at a timed interval.

2. It is a modular street food vending machine according to Claim 1, and its features are: Module slots (2) allow only the installation of certain types of modules (3). It has a special geometric structure that will give 20 3. Modular street food vending machine according to claim 1, its features are: the connection interface (4) corresponds to the module (3) reaching its final position. to automatically align with the interface via guide surfaces It is structured.

4. Modular street food vending machine according to claim 1, its feature is; 25 The liquid / gas flow line (7) remains closed when module (3) is not installed and The module (3) contains a valve structure that opens upon placement.

5. Modular street food vending machine according to claim 1, its features are: a prevents the module (3) from being removed from its slot while the system is running It includes a safety lock (16). 30 6. Modular street food vending machine according to Claim 1, its features are: modules (3) are controlled by the control unit (9) via the connection interface (4) It contains electrical identification elements that enable its recognition.

7. Modular street food vending machine according to Claim 1, its features are: modules (3) contain at least one heating element (11) and sensor system (12) 35 and feeding of the elements in question through the connection interface (4) It contains a structure that provides 6 8. Modular street food vending machine according to claim 1, feature; 5 Thermal insulation elements (17) to reduce thermal interaction between modules It includes.

9. Modular street food vending machine according to Claim 1, its features are: It contains a waste collection bin (18).

10. Modular street food vending machine according to claim 1, its feature is; 10 It includes a cleaning module (20).

11. Modular street food vending machine according to Claim 1, its features are: It contains a cooling element (19).

12. It is a modular street food vending machine according to Claim 1, and its features are: the main body (1) is placed on a carrier frame (13). 15 13. It is a modular street food vending machine according to Claim 1, and its features are: The energy required for the operation of the modules is supplied by a power supply unit (15) is to ensure.

14. It is a modular street food vending machine according to Claim 1, and its features are: a user control 20 that allows the system to be controlled by the user It includes panel (10).

15. It is a modular street food vending machine according to Claim 1, and its feature is that the module (3), module After being positioned inside its housing (2), the locking mechanism (5) mechanical fixation through