Ergonomic plate

a technology of ergonomic plates and plates, applied in the field of ergonomic plates, can solve the problems of inconvenient process, inconvenient handling, and inability to carry in one hand, and achieve the effect of being substantially stable and being inexpensive to manufactur

Inactive Publication Date: 2007-05-03
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[0007] It is another object of the invention to provide an ergonomic plate which remains substantially stable when placed on an uneven surface.
[0008] It is another object of the invention to provide an ergonomic plate which is dishwasher and microwave safe.
[0009] It is another object of the invention to provide an ergonomic plate which is relatively inexpensive to manufacture.
[0010] These and other objects of the present invention are achieved in the preferred embodiments disclosed below by providing an ergonomic plate adapted for being held in one hand of a user. The plate comprises a molded plate form having a topside defining a food placement area, and an opposing underside. An inwardly curved hand indent is formed along a peripheral edge of the plate form. A reinforcing fold is formed along the hand indent. The reinforcing fold is adapted for strengthening and stabilizing the molded plate form when the ergonomic plate is carried in the hand of the user.

Problems solved by technology

Prior art plates designed for carrying in one hand are generally cumbersome and unstable, and often require support from an area above the wrist and forearm in order to maintain balance.
Such plates with beverage holding areas are further prone to instability and spillage.
This process is awkward and increases the likelihood of accidents.

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[0032] Referring now specifically to the drawings, an ergonomic plate according to the present invention is illustrated in FIG. 1, and shown generally at reference numeral 10. The ergonomic plate 10 is especially designed for carrying in one hand, and has designated food and beverage holding areas 11 and 12 strategically located to optimize balance and handleability of the plate 10. According to one embodiment, the ergonomic plate 10 comprises a molded plastic or paper plate form 14 which is uniquely asymmetric about a medial axis 15. The term “molded” is used broadly herein to mean integrally-formed to a particular shape using any suitable manufacturing means or process.

[0033] As shown in FIGS. 1-4, the plate form 14 has a shaped peripheral edge 16 with an inwardly-curved portion 17 defining a deep medial indent 18 designed to accommodate the hand. Preferably, the indent 18 substantially divides the food and beverage areas 11, 12 of the plate 10, and is less than 2 inches from a l...

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Abstract

An ergonomic plate is adapted for being held in one hand of a user. The plate includes a molded plate form having a topside defining a food placement area, and an opposing underside. An inwardly curved hand indent is formed along a peripheral edge of the plate form. A reinforcing fold is formed along the hand indent. The reinforcing fold is adapted for strengthening and stabilizing the molded plate form when the ergonomic plate is carried in the hand of the user.

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TECHNICAL FIELD AND BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0001] This invention relates to an ergonomic plate, and more particularly, to an ergonomic plate adapted for carrying in one hand of the user. The invention offers improved balance and stability in the hand. In one embodiment, the invention comprises features intended to help stabilize the plate on supporting surfaces which may not be substantially level. Among these features is an adjustable cup holder designed for holding cups, cans, glasses, and other beverage containers and vessels. The position of the cup holder relative to the plate adjusts vertically when the plate is placed upon and removed from the supporting surface. The invention further comprises a relatively deep hand-receiving indent. This feature allows the plate to be comfortably and securely held in one hand with respective food and beverage placement areas strategically located for ready access by the other, free hand of the user. [0002] Prior art plates designed for...

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Patent Type & Authority Applications(United States)
IPC IPC(8): A47G19/00
CPCA47G19/065
Inventor INGLE, DONALD A.
Owner BALANCED PRODS
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