Cooking apparatus with fixed components

Abstract

The present invention relates to a cooking apparatus (10) having a fixing element (1), comprising: a glass (2) covering the top surface of the cooking apparatus (10); at least one pan support (20) for being placed on the glass (2) to support cooking utensils; at least one heat shield (3) for being placed on the glass (2) to provide heat insulation; at least one raised portion (4) arranged on the frame of the heat shield (3) to restrain downward movement of the heat shield (3); a recess (5) on the heat shield (3) for inserting the pan support (20); a gasket (6) disposed between the glass (2) and the heat shield (3) to prevent liquid leakage; at least one slot (7) arranged on the glass (2) to correspond to the raised portion (4) of the heat shield (3); at least one fixing element (1) for fixing the heat shield (3) to the glass (2); and at least one groove (8) arranged on the raised portion (4) for inserting the fixing element (1) to restrain movement of the heat shield (3). As an improvement, the fixing element (1) further includes: a body (11) in contact with the upper surface of the heat shield (3); a protrusion (12) having an elongated structure extending from the body (11) through the pan support (20) to restrict the movement of the pan support (20); and a guide (13) extending from the body (11) through a groove (8) on the raised portion (4) of the heat shield (3) and a corresponding slot (7) on the glass (2) to provide a tight fixation.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a cooking apparatus including a fixing element for providing mechanical fixation of a heat shield to glass. Background Technology

[0002] Compared to ordinary glass, tempered glass is a type of safety glass that is processed through controlled heat or chemical treatments to increase its strength. Tempered glass is used in a variety of applications due to its safety and strength, including cooking utensils.

[0003] Gas stoves on the market generally consist of a control panel, a burner mounted above the control panel, a pot support surrounding the burner, and a heat-collecting cover, pot retainer, and other fittings mounted on the control panel around the burner. The heat shield can be installed separately or as a single unit.

[0004] Document CN209165490U discloses an integrated heat shield for cooktops that can be applied to pots of different sizes. The integrated heat shield includes a lid, an upwardly protruding first pot support leg, a vertical arm disposed adjacent to the inner edge of the lid to support the pot in a forward direction, a second pot support leg on the lower surface of the lid to support the pot in reverse use, and a support ring with multiple channels to guide overflow in a circumferential direction. Furthermore, the first pot support leg has a hollow cavity that provides a double-layer structure to enhance thermal insulation.

[0005] This invention provides additional improvements, advantages, or alternatives to the prior art. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The object of this invention is to provide a cooking apparatus with a fixing element for providing mechanical fixation of a heat shield to glass. Furthermore, another object of this invention is to provide a novel fixing element for the heat shield to glass, thereby eliminating the application of silicone, preventing liquid leakage, and creating a universal design for different variations of the pan support.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides a cooking apparatus with a fixing element, comprising: a glass covering the top surface of the cooking apparatus; at least one pan support for placement on the glass to support cooking utensils; at least one heat shield for placement on the glass to provide heat insulation; at least one raised portion disposed on the frame of the heat shield to restrain downward movement of the heat shield; a recess positioned on the heat shield for insertion of the pan support; a gasket disposed between the glass and the heat shield to prevent liquid leakage; at least one slot disposed on the glass to correspond to the raised portion of the heat shield; at least one fixing element for securing the heat shield to the glass; and at least one groove disposed on the heat shield for insertion of the fixing element to restrain movement of the heat shield. In the present invention, the fixing element further comprises: a body contacting the upper surface of the heat shield; a protrusion having an elongated structure extending from the body through the pan support to limit movement of the pan support; and a guide extending from the body through the groove on the heat shield and the corresponding slot on the glass to provide a tight fixation. Therefore, a durable mechanical fixation of the heat shield to the glass can be achieved without the use of additional adhesive materials (such as silicone or the like).

[0008] In a possible embodiment of the invention, the fixing element is made of a thermoplastic material. This results in low production costs. Additionally, it extends the expected lifespan of the fixing element.

[0009] In a possible embodiment of the invention, the heat shield has an outer frame in the form of an expansion surrounding the heat shield. Therefore, downward movement of the heat shield can be constrained and system stability can be provided.

[0010] In a possible embodiment of the invention, at least one pan support is disposed on the heat shield. Therefore, during the cooking process, cooking utensils such as pans or pots can be supported on the glass.

[0011] In a possible embodiment of the invention, at least one recess is arranged on the surface of the heat shield to accommodate the pan support. Therefore, undesirable movement and instability of the pan support can be prevented.

[0012] In a possible embodiment of the invention, the raised portion is arranged on the heat shield, having dimensions that mate with a corresponding slot on the glass. Therefore, a stable fixation of the heat shield to the glass can be achieved by means of a puzzle effect.

[0013] In a possible embodiment of the invention, the heat shield has a curved shape at its bottom to contact the bottom surface of the glass. Therefore, a more stable fixation of the heat shield can be provided.

[0014] In a possible embodiment of the invention, the fixing element has a body with a horizontal semi-circular shape by combining the protrusion and the guide device. Therefore, direct contact with the glass is achieved by means of the body, thereby increasing the durability of the system.

[0015] In a possible embodiment of the invention, the guiding device has an elongated form that mates with the dimensions of a groove on the heat shield. Thus, mechanical fixation is provided by the engagement of the guiding device with the corresponding groove.

[0016] In a possible embodiment of the invention, a method for mechanically securing a heat shield to glass includes the following steps: placing a gasket onto the heat shield; mounting the heat shield to the glass; and, with the gasket in place, inserting a securing element into a groove placed on a raised portion of the heat shield by means of the engagement of a raised portion with a corresponding slot. Thus, mechanical securing of the heat shield to the glass is achieved without the need for additional tools and / or adhesives.

[0017] In a possible embodiment of the invention, the household cooking appliance is a cooktop, a grill, or a gas stove.

[0018] In this context, the terms “front,” “up,” “down,” “top,” and “bottom” are used to indicate the intended use and arrangement of the cooking appliance, as well as the position and orientation given to the user standing in front of the cooking appliance when viewing it along its direction. Attached Figure Description

[0019] The accompanying drawings, which are briefly described herein, are intended only to provide a better understanding of the invention and are not intended to limit the scope of protection or to interpret the context thereof in the absence of description.

[0020] Figure 1 A perspective view of the cooking apparatus of the present invention, which has a glass surface and a pan support.

[0021] Figure 2 A perspective view showing a pan support member with fixing elements used in the cooking apparatus of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 3 A perspective view showing the heat shield of the cooking apparatus used in the present invention.

[0023] Figure 4 A perspective view showing the hollow portion on the glass surface with a slot in the cooking apparatus used in this invention.

[0024] Figure 5 A perspective view showing the liner used in the cooking apparatus of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 6A perspective side view showing the fixing element used in the cooking apparatus of the present invention.

[0026] Figure 7 A perspective bottom view showing the fixing element used in the cooking apparatus of the present invention.

[0027] Figure 8 A perspective view showing the fixing element of the cooking apparatus used in this invention being fixed on a heat shield.

[0028] Figure 9 This is a perspective top view showing the fixing elements and heat shield on the cooking apparatus of the present invention.

[0029] Figure 10 This is a cross-sectional view showing the fixing element and pan support of the cooking apparatus used in the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0030] Referring to the above-described figures, the present invention proposes a cooking device (10) comprising: a fixing element (1) having a body (11), a protrusion (12) and a guide device (13); glass; a heat shield (3); a raised portion (4); a recess (5); a pad (6); a slot (7); and a groove (8).

[0031] Now refer to the attached diagrams in detail, and firstly, especially the ones shown. Figure 1 This illustrates a cooking device (10) having a glass (2) surface and four heat shields (3). The glass (2) can be quenched glass or ceramic glass. (See image from...) Figure 2 As can be seen, four pan supports (20) are placed on the heat shield (3). Fixing elements are used to stabilize the heat shield (3) to the glass (2).

[0032] Figure 3 A heat shield (1) is provided, wherein at least one (possibly four) recesses (5) are arranged on one side of the top surface of the heat shield (3). A pan support (20) is placed into the corresponding recess (5) to provide stability for cooking utensils such as pans and pots by preventing movement of the support (20) on the heat shield (3). Figure 3It can also be seen that a raised portion (4) is provided around the outer frame of the heat shield (3), the raised portion (4) having an expanded structure and a cap-shaped or mushroom-shaped design. The raised portion (4) provides to constrain the downward movement of the heat shield (3) from the glass surface (2). The heat shield (3) is assembled to the glass surface (2) by engaging with a corresponding slot (7) on the glass surface (2). The heat shield (3) is then rotated slightly about itself to provide a tight fixation between the glass surface (2) and the heat shield. By this rotation, downward movement of the heat shield (3) is also prevented. In addition, the heat shield (3) has a bent portion (9) at its bottom frame. The bent portion (9) contacts the bottom surface of the glass (2) and prevents the heat shield (3) from feeling down.

[0033] In addition, such as in Figure 3 As seen in the image, at least one (possibly four) grooves (8) are arranged on the heat shield (3). The grooves (8) are gaps used to enclose the fixing element (1) in order to provide a more stable fixation.

[0034] like Figure 4 As indicated, glass (2) covers the cooking apparatus (10) of the present invention. Glass (2) is a tough material preferred by the user. A gasket (6) is applied between the heat shield (3) and the glass (2). Figure 5 A perspective view of the liner (6) is also shown, which provides protection against spilled liquid during the cooking process. The liner (6) is likely made of a thermoplastic material because it is heat-resistant and mechanically durable, and has an increased lifespan. Therefore, in addition to preventing spills, it also provides protection against damage to the glass (2).

[0035] According to the present invention, the fixing element (1) is used to provide a durable mechanical fixation for the heat shield (3) and the glass (2). The fixing element (1) can be drawn from... Figure 6-9 I see. Also... Figure 10 The display fixing element (1) is assembled to the heat shield (3).

[0036] exist Figure 6 as well as Figure 7 In this assembly, the fixing element (1) comprises three parts: a body (11), a protrusion (12), and a guide device (13). The body (11) is the central portion of the element (1) having a semi-circular shape, extending in a horizontal plane parallel to the surfaces of the glass (2) and the heat shield (3). The body (11) integrates the protrusion (12) and the guide device (13). The body (11) also contacts both the heat shield (3) and the glass (2).

[0037] A protrusion (12) extends from the body (11) through the pan support (20). The protrusion (12) may be of any shape and form, but should be in direct contact with the heat shield (3) to provide support and thus restrict movement of the heat shield (3). A guide (13) has an elongated form and extends from the body (11) through a groove (8) on the heat shield (3) to provide a tight hold.

[0038] The raised portion (4) overlaps with the corresponding slot (7) on the glass (7). A tight fixation can be provided by inserting the guide device (13) into the recess (8) arranged on the raised portion (4). The main body portion (11) and the protrusion (12) remain on the surface of the heat shield (3). However, the guide device (13) is inserted into the recess (8) and combines the recess (8), the corresponding slot (7) and the fixing element (1).

[0039] The guide device (13) should have the same dimensions as the corresponding groove (8) for fitting. On the other hand, the raised portion (4) should also have the same dimensions as the corresponding slot (7) for fixing.

[0040] like Figure 8 As shown in the diagram, firstly, to provide mechanical fixation of the heat shield (3) to the glass (2), a gasket (6) is placed in the bend (9) of the heat shield (3); secondly, the heat shield (3) is arranged together with the glass (2) by combining the raised portion (4) on one side of the heat shield (3) with the corresponding slot (7) on the glass (2), leaving the gasket (6) between them. Then, the guide device (13) of the fixing element (1) is inserted into the groove (8) placed on the raised portion (4) of the heat shield (3). Finally, the pan support (20) is placed on the recess (5), which is arranged on the heat shield (3). Thus, a durable mechanical fixation is provided.

[0041] This invention provides safe use of the pan support (20) and simple and durable fixation of the heat shield (3). Low production costs are achieved because no additional materials are required.

[0042] List of reference numerals

[0043] 10. Cooking apparatus

[0044] 20. Pan support component

[0045] 1. Fixing components

[0046] 11. Main Body

[0047] 12. Protrusion

[0048] 13. Boot device

[0049] 2. Glass

[0050] 3. Heat shielding components

[0051] 4. Raised portion

[0052] 5. Concave

[0053] 6. Padding

[0054] 7. Slot

[0055] 8. Groove

[0056] 9. Bend

Claims

1. A cooking apparatus (10) having a fixing element (1), comprising: Glass (2) covering the top surface of the cooking device (10); At least one heat shield (3) is used to be assembled to the glass (2) to provide thermal insulation; At least one slot (7) is arranged on the glass (2) for assembling the heat shield (3); At least one raised portion (4) is arranged on the frame of the heat shield (3) for insertion into a corresponding slot (7) on the glass (2); A gasket (6) is disposed between the glass (2) and the heat shield (3) to prevent liquid leakage; At least one fixing element (1) for fixing the heat shield (3) to the glass (2); and At least one groove (8) is arranged on the raised portion (4) of the heat shield (3) so that the fixing element (1) can be inserted to restrain the movement of the heat shield (3), and is characterized in that, The fixing element (1) also includes: The main body (11) is in contact with the heat shield (3) and the glass (2); A protrusion (12), having an elongated structure, extends from the body (11) toward the pan support (20) to restrict movement of the heat shield (3), wherein the pan support (20) is placed on the heat shield (3); and A guide device (13) extends from the body (11) through the groove (8) on the raised portion (4) to provide a tight fixation of the heat shield (3) to the glass (2).

2. Cooking apparatus (10) with a fixing element (1) according to claim 1, wherein The fixing element (1) is made of thermoplastic material.

3. Cooking apparatus (10) with a fixing element (1) according to claim 1 or 2, wherein The heat shield (3) has an outer frame in the form of an expansion around the heat shield (3).

4. Cooking apparatus (10) with a fixing element (1) according to claim 1 or 2, wherein At least one pan support (20) is disposed on the heat shield (3) to support cooking utensils.

5. The cooking apparatus (10) having a fixing element (1) according to claim 1 or 2, wherein, At least one recess (5) is arranged on the surface of the heat shield (3) to place the pan support (20).

6. The cooking apparatus (10) having a fixing element (1) according to claim 1 or 2, wherein, The raised portion (4) of the heat shield (3) has dimensions that will mate with a corresponding slot (7) on the glass (2).

7. The cooking apparatus (10) having a fixing element (1) according to claim 1 or 2, wherein, The heat shield (3) has a curved portion (9) at its bottom that will contact the bottom surface of the glass (2).

8. The cooking apparatus (10) having a fixing element (1) according to claim 1, wherein, The main body (11) has a horizontal semi-circular shape that combines the protrusion (12) and the guide device (13).

9. The cooking apparatus (10) having a fixing element (1) according to claim 8, wherein, The guiding device (13) has an elongated form that fits the dimensions of the groove (8) on the heat shield (3).

10. The cooking apparatus having a fixing element (1) according to claim 1 or 2, wherein, The cooking device is a stovetop, grill, or gas stove.

11. A method for mechanically fixing the heat shield (3) of a cooking apparatus having a fixing element (1) according to any one of claims 1-10 to the glass (2), comprising the steps of: Place the pad (6) onto the heat shield (3); With the pad (6) in place, the heat shield (3) is installed onto the glass (2) by means of the combination of the raised portion (4) and the corresponding slot (7). The fixing element (1) is inserted into the groove (8) on the raised portion (4) of the heat shield (3).

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