Collapsible Pedestal Attachment for a Portable Cooking Device and Associated Methods

Abstract

A pedestal for a cooking device comprises a main body including a base having a plurality of leg receiving passageways formed therein, sidewalls extending upwardly from the base, a passageway formed in a medial portion of the base and fastener receiving passageways formed in at least one of the sidewalls. The pedestal also includes a plurality of legs to be detachably connected to the base of the main body. The base and the sidewalls of the main body are adapted to engage a bottom portion of a cooking device to elevate the cooking device. The pedestal is moveable between an assembled position and a collapsed position. The assembled position of the pedestal is defined as the plurality of legs being connected to the main body. The collapsed position of the pedestal is defined by the plurality of legs being detached from the main body and being carried by the main body so that the main body and the plurality of legs are arranged in a substantially flat configuration.

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RELATED APPLICATIONS [0001]This application is a continuation in part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12 / 330,031 titled Cooking Device And Associated Methods filed on Dec. 8, 2008 by the inventor of the present invention, which claimed the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 61 / 074,371 titled Backpacker Oven filed on Jun. 20, 2008 by the inventor of the present invention, the entire contents of each of which are incorporated herein by reference.FIELD OF THE INVENTION [0002]The present invention relates to the field of cooking devices and, more particularly, to the field of attachments to portable cooking devices, and related methods.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION [0003]In the field of camping, there is a need for a lightweight, portable, folding cooking device. This is particularly necessary for backpacking applications. More specifically, when engaging in the activity of backpacking, space for transporting items necessary during wilderness camping comes at a pr...

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Benefits of technology

"The present invention provides a lightweight and portable cooking device that can be easily collapsed and stored in a small space. The device can be assembled and disassembled quickly and without excessive loose parts. It also includes a pedestal that can elevate the cooking device when in use. The main body of the cooking device has a base with a plurality of leg receiving passageways and sidewalls extending upwardly from the base. The plurality of legs are detachably connected to the base and can be easily assembled and disassembled. The main body and legs detachably engage a lower portion of the cooking device. The base also has a passageway for accessing a fuel source to provide heat to the cooking device. The plurality of legs can be connected to the main body in different ways, such as through threaded inserts or fasteners. The pedestal can be easily carried by the cooking device when in a collapsed position, eliminating the need for additional space in a backpack. The method aspect of the invention involves moving the pedestal from the collapsed position to the assembled position and fastening it to the cooking device using fasteners."

Problems solved by technology

Of course, when backpacking, certain foods have not generally been available due to the need to bake such foods.

For example, pizzas, biscuits, cookies, muffins or any other foods that could be baked at home are normally difficult to be baked in the wilderness, especially without use of a stove.

In most wilderness areas, however, open fires are not permitted.

This device, however, includes several loose pieces that may require a complicated assembly process.

'604 patent, this device may include several loose pieces and require a somewhat complicated assembly.

The unit includes folding side panels that may be collapsed, but does not lie flat, and is likely not suitable for backpacking applications.

Depending on the fuel source that is used to heat the portable cooking device, it may be difficult to use the cooking device if it is not elevated.

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