Modular cooking device storage system

Abstract

A cooking appliance storage system, comprising: a modular storage device, the modular storage device comprising: a bottom surface; a leading end disposed orthogonally to the first side of the bottom surface, the leading end having a leading end width; a rear end disposed orthogonally to the second side of the bottom surface, the rear end having a rear end width; a plurality of dividers disposed orthogonally to the bottom surface between the front end and the rear end, the plurality of dividers having a dividers width; and a plurality of storage slots disposed between the front end, the plurality of dividers, and the rear end, and the front end, the rear end, and the plurality of dividers each extend perpendicularly from the bottom surface, where the front end, the rear end, and the plurality of dividers are present in parallel planes.

Description

[0001] Cross - Reference to Related Applications

[0002] This application claims the benefit of U.S. Patent Application No. 63 / 623,766, filed on January 22, 2024, for "MODULAR CULINARY EQUIPMENT STORAGE SYSTEM", the entire content of which is incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] The present disclosure is directed to a modular culinary equipment storage system. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to a modular culinary equipment storage system that promotes the economical use of space and improves the storage capacity of culinary equipment. Background Art

[0004] Modern kitchens are equipped with a variety of pans, pots, and storage containers that are essential for preparing different dishes. Generally, lids accompany all of the aforementioned cooking utensils to seal them for efficient cooking or storage. Considering the different ranges of equipment and their critical role in cooking, along with the lids that accompany the equipment, ensuring easy accessibility becomes extremely important.

[0005] The continuous use of cooking utensils in daily life, combined with the different layouts of kitchens in different households, has inspired the innovation of various storage solutions for these cooking tools. However, the challenge lies in creating systems that not only enhance accessibility but also adapt to the limited space in the kitchen.

[0006] Traditional kitchen storage systems are designed to optimize accessibility while minimizing the required space. In situations where kitchen space is extremely valuable, as is common in urban apartments, it is highly desirable to use the space efficiently. However, traditional storage systems (usually including drawers or cabinets for randomly storing cooking utensils) have proven to be an inefficient use of kitchen space. The mismatched shapes of different utensils and their lids hinder users from maximizing the effective storage of their cooking utensils and increase the time required to search for a specific tool during cooking. In essence, traditional storage methods force cooks to compromise kitchen organization at the expense of efficiency.

[0007] Therefore, there is a need for systems and devices that optimize space and efficiency in the kitchen. Additionally, it would be highly desirable to provide cooking with flexibility to customize the storage arrangement according to its needs.

[0008] The introduction of modular, customizable, efficient, and space - conscious systems and devices for storing cooking utensils has proven to be superior to traditional storage methods. It is desirable to provide systems that can be adapted to different kitchen sizes and worktop configurations, thus providing practical and effective storage solutions for cooking.

[0009] Accordingly, the provided systems and devices that incorporate these advantageous features present innovative solutions for enhancing the cooking experience. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0010] This summary is provided to introduce in a simplified form some concepts that will be further described in the detailed description below. This summary is not intended to identify key features or essential features, nor is it intended to limit the scope of the claims included herein.

[0011] Aspects of the present disclosure relate to a cooking utensil storage system. The cooking utensil storage system includes a modular storage device that includes: a bottom surface; a front end orthogonally disposed to a first side of the bottom surface, the front end having a front end width; a rear end orthogonally disposed to a second side of the bottom surface, the rear end having a rear end width; a plurality of partitions orthogonally disposed between the front end and the rear end and the bottom surface, the plurality of partitions having a partition width; and a plurality of storage slots disposed between the front end, the plurality of partitions, and the rear end, and the front end, the rear end, and the plurality of partitions all extend vertically from the bottom surface, wherein the front end, the rear end, and the plurality of partitions are in parallel planes.

[0012] In an embodiment, the rear end width is equal to the partition width, and wherein the rear end width and the partition width are greater than the front end width.

[0013] In another embodiment, the plurality of partitions includes a first partition, a second partition, and a third partition. Additionally, the plurality of storage slots includes: a first storage slot between the rear end and the first partition, a second storage slot between the first partition and the second partition, a third storage slot between the second partition and the third partition, and a fourth storage slot between the third partition and the front end. Additionally, the modular storage device further includes: a plurality of magnets disposed in at least one of the following: the front end, the rear end, the first partition, the second partition, and the third partition.

[0014] In another embodiment, the cooking utensil storage system further includes one or more cover members that include: a small cover member, a first intermediate cover member, a second intermediate cover member, and a large cover member. Additionally, the plurality of magnets are reversibly attached to the one or more cover members. Additionally, the small cover member is received in the fourth storage slot, the first intermediate cover member is received in the third storage slot, the second intermediate cover member is received in the second storage slot, and the large cover member is received in the first storage slot.

[0015] In yet another embodiment, one or more cover members further include: a small handle disposed on top of the small cover member, a first intermediate handle disposed on top of the first intermediate cover member, a second intermediate handle disposed on top of the second intermediate cover member, and a large handle disposed on top of the large cover member. Additionally, a plurality of magnets are disposed within the top surface of at least one of the rear end, the first separator, the second separator, and the third separator. Finally, the small handle, the first intermediate handle, the second intermediate handle, and the large handle are reversibly attached to the plurality of magnets disposed within the top surface of the front end, the third separator, the second separator, and the first separator, respectively. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification, illustrate aspects of the disclosure and, together with the description, explain and demonstrate the principles of the disclosure.

[0017] Figure 1 An embodiment showing a top front right perspective view of a modular cooking appliance storage system;

[0018] Figure 2 An embodiment showing a left side view of the storage system;

[0019] Figure 3 An embodiment showing a right side view of the storage system;

[0020] Figure 4 An embodiment showing a top view of the storage system;

[0021] Figure 5 An embodiment showing a bottom view of the storage system;

[0022] Figure 6 An embodiment showing the storage system accommodating one or more cover members;

[0023] Figure 7 An embodiment showing the storage system accommodating one or more cover members;

[0024] Figure 8 An embodiment showing the storage system accommodating one or more cover members; and

[0025] Figure 9 An embodiment showing the storage system accommodating one or more cover members. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0026] In the following detailed description, reference will be made to the accompanying drawings in which like functional elements are denoted by like reference numerals. The foregoing drawings illustrate specific aspects and implementations consistent with the principles of the present disclosure by way of illustration and not limitation. These implementations are described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the present disclosure, and it should be understood that other implementations may be utilized and structural changes and / or substitutions of different elements may be made without departing from the scope and spirit of the present disclosure. Accordingly, the following detailed description should not be construed in a limiting sense.

[0027] It should be noted that the description herein is not intended as an extensive overview, and thus, for clarity and conciseness, concepts may be simplified.

[0028] All documents mentioned in this application are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety. Any process described in this application may be performed in any order, and any step in the process may be omitted. The process may also be combined with other processes or steps of other processes.

[0029] Devices and systems for cooking utensil storage are disclosed herein. In an embodiment, the system provides the benefit of space savings. In another embodiment, the system provides a customizable solution for storing various cooking utensils, where the utensils may include lids for one or more stockpots, pans, etc. A novel device and system are also disclosed that are configured to avoid the haphazard storage of cooking utensils. Thus, the efficiency of cooking utensil storage is improved by reducing the time required to find these utensils in less efficient storage systems. Additionally, such a system can enhance the aesthetics of the kitchen.

[0030] In an embodiment, the present disclosure is a modular cooking utensil storage system (“storage system”) 100. The storage system 100 may be configured to store one or more lids for a cook's cooking utensils without having to place these lids indiscriminately in a cabinet.

[0031] Referring Figure 1 , the storage system 100 includes a plurality of components. In an embodiment, the plurality of components may include a front end 102, a rear end 104, a plurality of dividers 106, and / or a plurality of storage slots 108. In an embodiment, the plurality of storage slots 108 may be disposed between the front end 102 and the rear end 104. As a non-limiting example, each of the plurality of storage slots 108 may be defined by the space between each of the front end 102, the rear end 104, and / or the plurality of dividers 106. Additionally, the front end 102, the rear end 104, and the plurality of dividers 106 may have respective front widths 112, rear widths 114, and divider widths 116.

[0032] The storage system 100 may be made of storage system materials, where the materials may include at least one of ceramics, glass, metals, plastics, wood, medium density fiberboard (“MDF”), rubber, stone, granite, concrete, and / or composite materials (e.g., carbon fiber). In an embodiment, the storage system 100 may be made of one or more of the above storage system materials. In another embodiment, the storage system 100 may be made of aluminum or steel with silicone feet (e.g., the aluminum may be powder-coated with color), where the feet are disposed on the bottom surface 110 of the storage system 100 (described in more detail below). In a further embodiment, the storage system 100 may be made of wood with silicone feet. In an alternative embodiment, the storage system 100 may be made of stainless steel (or any other type of metal), MDF with a fabric cover, plastic, silicone, thermoplastic rubber (“TPF”), glass, and / or stone. However, the storage system 100 may be made of any suitable combination of materials.

[0033] In addition, the storage system 100 may include a colored powder coating and / or a natural varnish painted on the outer surface of the storage system 100. In different embodiments, based on the storage system materials, the storage system 100 may include any surface finish, coating, color, and / or texture for changing the aesthetics or performance of the system 100. The size of the storage system 100 may be set for use in a standard cabinet. However, the size of the storage system 100 may be set to fit various cabinets, countertops, and / or pantries.

[0034] In an embodiment, the storage system 100 or components of the system 100 may include a cover. The cover may be used to prevent one or more lid members (described in more detail below) from slipping out and / or scratching adjacent lid members. As a non-limiting example, MDF may be used to construct the storage system 100, where the rigidity of the MDF is configured to seamlessly receive the cover. In yet another embodiment, the storage system 100 may include a non-slip bottom. In such an embodiment, the non-slip bottom may prevent the system 100 from sliding on top of a support surface. In an alternative embodiment, the non-slip bottom may be disposed on the bottom surface 110.

[0035] Additionally, the cover can be waterproof (e.g., to promote the integrity of the storage system 100 when wet items are stored within or near the system 100). Further, the cover can be textured (e.g., to promote friction such that one or more lid pieces do not move excessively when stored within the storage system 100). The cover can be at least one of 720D cotton / linen fabric, 1MM, waterproof, and 200 - 210 gsm. In another embodiment, the cover can accommodate a woven pattern for the texture. However, the cover can include any suitable fabric substitute. In one embodiment, the cover can be treated with a spray finish, such as a clear coat finish. Such a spray finish can increase the integrity of the storage system 100 both structurally and aesthetically (e.g., prevent stains or provide a surface that is easier to clean).

[0036] In various embodiments, the storage system 100 can include any suitable number and / or configuration of dividers 106 and / or storage slots 108. For example, a plurality of storage slots 108 can include seven (7) individual slots defined by a front end 102, a rear end 104, and six (6) individual dividers. In an exemplary embodiment, the storage system 100 can include four (4) storage slots defined by a front end 102, a rear end 104, and three (3) individual dividers. In such an embodiment, the plurality of dividers 106 can include a first divider 702, a second divider 704, and a third divider 706. In another embodiment, the plurality of storage slots 108 can be disposed between at least one of the rear end 104, the first divider 702, the second divider 704, the third divider 706, and the front end 102. For example, the plurality of storage slots 108 can include a first storage slot 708 between the rear end 104 and the first divider 702, a second storage slot 710 between the first divider 702 and the second divider 704, a third storage slot 712 between the second divider 704 and the third divider 706, and a fourth storage slot 714 between the third divider 706 and the front end 102.

[0037] In an embodiment, the plurality of dividers 106 may include a first number of dividers, where the first number of dividers has a first width. For example, the first width may be the divider width 116. In such an embodiment, the plurality of dividers 106 may further include a second number of dividers, where the second number of dividers has a second width. Additionally, the front end 102, the back end 104, and the top surfaces of the plurality of dividers 106 are all adapted to hold the handle of the cover member, such that the front end 102, the back end 104, and the plurality of dividers 106 can all be sized according to the size of the handle of a given set of cover members (described in more detail below). Moreover, each of the plurality of storage slots 108 may have a uniform size, and the front end 102, the back end 104, and / or the top surfaces of the plurality of dividers 106 can provide support such that different-sized cover members can be located within the storage slots 108 having the same size. In such an example, the support of the handle provided by the front end 102, the back end 104, and / or the plurality of dividers 106 allows any cover member size to be stored in any size of the plurality of storage slots 108.

[0038] Reference Figures 2 to 4 , the front end 102 may be configured in a front-end shape, where the shape is at least one of a rectangle, a square, a semi-ellipse, a semi-circle, a trapezoid, and half of a chamfered rectangle. However, the front-end shape may include any suitable shape alternative. Additionally, the front end 102 may have a front-end depth defined by a first front-end side and a second front-end side. In an embodiment, the first front-end side may be exposed to the external environment, while the second front-end side may be exposed to the internal environment (i.e., one of the plurality of storage slots 108), and vice versa.

[0039] The back end 104 may be configured in a back-end shape, where the shape is at least one of a rectangle, a square, a semi-ellipse, a semi-circle, a trapezoid, and half of a chamfered rectangle. However, the back-end shape includes any suitable shape alternative. Additionally, the back end 104 may have a back-end depth defined by a first back-end side and a second back-end side. In an embodiment, the first back-end side may be exposed to the external environment, while the second back-end side may be exposed to the internal environment (i.e., one of the plurality of storage slots 108), and vice versa.

[0040] The plurality of dividers 106 may be configured in a divider shape, where the shape is at least one of a rectangle, a square, a semi-ellipse, a semi-circle, a trapezoid, and half of a chamfered rectangle. However, the divider shape may include any suitable shape alternative. Additionally, the divider width 116 may be defined by a first divider side and a second divider side. In an embodiment, both the first divider side and the second divider side may be exposed to the internal environment (i.e., one or more of the plurality of storage slots 108).

[0041] In an embodiment, the separator width 116 may be less than the rear end width 114, and vice versa. As a non-limiting example, the front end width 112 may be less than the rear end width 114 such that the front end 102 may abut a wall. In such a non-limiting example, the front end 102 may be placed flush against the wall. In an embodiment, the difference between the front end width 112 and the rear end width 114 may enable a user to retrieve and / or deposit a lid from one of the plurality of storage slots 108 without being obstructed by another lid occupying a different storage slot including the plurality of storage slots 108. In another embodiment, the separator width 116 is equal to at least one of the front end width 112 and the rear end width 114. In an alternative embodiment, the separator width 116 is not equal to the front end width 112 and / or the rear end width 114.

[0042] The front end 102, the rear end 104, and / or the plurality of separators 106 may include rounded bevels. For example, the top edges of the front end 102, the rear end 104, and the first front side, the second front side, the first rear side, the second rear side, the first separator side, and / or the second separator side of the plurality of separators 106 may be rounded to enable unobstructed placement and retrieval of one or more lids within the storage system 100. Thus, when depositing one or more lids within the storage system 100, the rounded edges may be less serrated and thus less likely to pose an obstruction (as opposed to sharp 90-degree corners). Accordingly, the rounded edges enhance the safety of the system 100 by reducing the probability of injury to a user who may bump into the storage system 100.

[0043] The plurality of storage slots 108 may be defined by a space formed between at least one of the first front side, the second front side, the first rear side, the second rear side, the first separator side, and the second separator side. As a non-limiting example, one of the plurality of storage slots 108 may be defined by the second front side and the first separator side. Additionally, the plurality of storage slots 108 may be present in a plane parallel to the front end 102, the rear end 104, and / or the plurality of separators 106.

[0044] The plurality of storage slots 108 may be configured to receive and / or accommodate one or more lids. In an embodiment, the one or more lids may include a lid for a Dutch oven and / or a lid for a frying pan. The one or more lids may further include a lid for a food storage container (e.g., a lid for a plastic container). In another embodiment, the plurality of storage slots 108 may be configured to accommodate a portion of one of the one or more lids such that the lid is partially received by the storage system 100 and partially exposed to the external environment.

[0045] Reference Figure 5, the storage system 100 may further include a bottom surface 110. In an embodiment, at least one of the front end 102, the rear end 104, and the plurality of partitions 106 may be orthogonal to the bottom surface 110. In an alternative embodiment, the front end 102, the rear end 104, and the plurality of partitions 106 may not be orthogonal to the bottom surface.

[0046] In an embodiment, the bottom surface 110 may employ a plurality of magnets 610 (e.g., N52 magnets) and / or ferromagnetic materials such that the surface 110 can reversibly attach to an outer surface. In another embodiment, the bottom surface 110 may include a carbon steel plate on the lower side (e.g., under the silicone feet) such that the bottom surface 110 can magnetically attach to an outer surface. In another embodiment, the bottom surface 110 may be reversibly attached to the outer surface by any suitable fastening mechanism including but not limited to hook-and-loop fasteners.

[0047] The storage system 100 itself may include a plurality of magnets 610. In an embodiment, the plurality of magnets 610 may be disposed within at least one of the front end 102, the rear end 104, and the plurality of partitions 106. In another embodiment, the plurality of magnets 610 may be disposed on the first front side, the second front side, the first rear side, the second rear side, the first partition side, and / or the second partition side.

[0048] The plurality of magnets 610 may be configured to reversibly attach to an outer surface. In an embodiment, the plurality of magnets 610 may be configured to attach to at least one of one or more cover members to prevent accidental movement of these cover members. As a non-limiting example, accidental movement of one of one or more cover members received in one of the plurality of storage slots 108 may be prevented. In such a non-limiting example, movement may be prevented if a user bumps into the storage system 100, but movement may not be prevented if a user desires to remove one of one or more cover members from the storage system 100.

[0049] In an embodiment, a plurality of magnets 610 may enable a first storage system to be reversibly coupled to a second storage system. In such an embodiment, a user may increase a plurality of storage slots 108 via a reverse coupling of the first storage system to the second storage system. For example, the plurality of magnets 610 may be disposed within a front end 102 and / or a rear end 104 of the first storage system such that the magnets 610 may reversibly attach to a plurality of magnets 610 disposed within a front end 102 and / or a rear end 104 of the second storage system. In such an example, the front end 102 and / or the rear end 104 of the first storage system may interface with the front end 102 and / or the rear end 104 of the second storage system, thereby effectively increasing the number of available storage slots 108. In yet another embodiment, a user may reversibly couple any number of storage systems to each other to increase a plurality of storage slots 108. As a non-limiting example, the plurality of magnets 610 may include two magnets disposed within at least one of the front end 102 and the rear end 104. In another example, the plurality of magnets 610 may include four magnets disposed within at least one of the front end 102 and the rear end 104. However, the plurality of magnets 610 may include any number of magnets.

[0050] Reference Figure 6 and Figure 7 , in an embodiment, the plurality of storage slots 108 may further include at least one storage slot opening, wherein the opening is defined by a space between a top edge of at least one of the front end 102, the rear end 104, and the plurality of dividers 106. The storage slot opening may be in fluid communication with one of the plurality of storage slots 108 and / or an external environment such that water and / or other debris may enter the opening and exit from one of the plurality of storage slots 108 into the external environment. Accordingly, the plurality of storage slots 108 may prevent mold or other accumulation within the storage system 100. In another embodiment, the plurality of storage slots 108 may be used as a drying rack.

[0051] As a non-limiting example, a user may use a portion of at least one of one or more cover members to pass through the storage slot opening. In such a non-limiting example, a user may deposit at least one of the cover members into one of the plurality of storage slots 108 such that the storage slot may accommodate the cover member.

[0052] In an embodiment, the top surface of at least one of the front end 102, the rear end 104, and the plurality of separators 106 may be configured to support the handle of one of the one or more lid members. In such an embodiment, the handle may prevent the entire lid member from being received by the storage slot. As a non-limiting example, a user may deposit one of the one or more lid members into one of the plurality of storage slots 108. While depositing the lid member, the handle may enable a first portion of the lid member to be received by the storage slot, wherein the handle and a second portion of the lid member may be exposed to the external environment. The depth of each of the plurality of storage slots 108 may be adapted to the diameter of a given lid member, and similarly, the width of each handle support surface (e.g., the top surface of the front end 102, the rear end 104, and / or the plurality of separators 106) may be adapted to the height / dimension of the handle of a given lid member. Thus, the depth of each storage slot 108, the separator width 116, and / or the dimensions of the lid member may be interrelated such that the storage system 100 is configured to securely receive each lid member in a set.

[0053] One or more lid members may be received within the plurality of storage slots 108 in an upright position. In such an embodiment, the vertical arrangement of the one or more lid members may more efficiently utilize the vertical space in a cabinet while imposing a smaller horizontal footprint.

[0054] In addition, the storage system 100 may further include one or more lid members and / or corresponding lid handles. In one embodiment, the one or more lid members may include at least one of a small lid member 602, a first intermediate lid member 604, a second intermediate lid member 606, and a large lid member 608.

[0055] Each of the one or more lid members may include a corresponding handle. For example, the small lid member 602, the first intermediate lid member 604, the second intermediate lid member 606, and the large lid member 606 may include a small handle 716, a first intermediate handle 718, a second intermediate handle 720, and a large handle 722, respectively. The one or more corresponding handles may have lengths proportional to the diameters of the corresponding one or more lid members. For example, the small lid member 602, the first intermediate lid member 604, the second intermediate lid member 606, and their corresponding handles 716, 718, and 720 may have diameters and lengths that are respectively smaller than the diameter and length of the large lid member 608 and its corresponding large handle 722. In another example, the diameter and length of the first intermediate lid member 604 and its corresponding handle 718 may be respectively smaller than the diameter and length of the second intermediate lid member 606 and its corresponding handle 720, and vice versa. However, the first intermediate lid member 604 and / or the second intermediate lid member 606 and their corresponding handles 718 and 720 may have diameters and lengths that are respectively larger than the diameter and length of the small lid member 602 and its corresponding handle 716. As a non-limiting example, the varying diameters of the one or more lid members may correspond to the varying diameters of a corresponding deep pot, frying pan, etc.

[0056] In another embodiment, one or more corresponding handles may be configured to rest on top surfaces of the front end 102, the rear end 104, and / or the plurality of partitions 106. In such an embodiment, a portion of one or more cover members may be configured to rest within the plurality of storage slots 108. As a non-limiting example, a first portion of one or more cover members may be received by the one or more storage slots 108, and a second portion of the one or more cover members along with their corresponding handles may be exposed to the external environment.

[0057] In addition, a plurality of magnets 610 may be disposed on top surfaces of at least one of the front end 102, the rear end 104, and the plurality of partitions 106. In an embodiment, one or more corresponding handles may be configured to reversibly attach to the top surfaces of the front end 102, the rear end 104, and / or the plurality of partitions 106 via magnetic communication with the plurality of magnets 610. For example, one or more corresponding handles may include metal configured to reversibly attach to the plurality of magnets 610 via magnetic communication. In an embodiment, the magnetic communication between one or more corresponding handles and the plurality of magnets 610 may prevent accidental movement of one or more cover members.

[0058] In another embodiment, the depth of each of the plurality of storage slots 108 may be adapted to the diameter of one or more cover members, and similarly, the width of each handle support surface (e.g., the top surface of at least one of the front end 102, the rear end 104, and the plurality of partitions 106) may be adapted to the length of the corresponding handle.

[0059] In yet another embodiment, a plurality of magnets 610 may be disposed within each of the plurality of partitions 106 such that when one or more cover members are placed in the plurality of storage slots 108, the magnets 610 are configured to reversibly attach to the one or more cover members via magnetic communication. For example, the plurality of magnets 610 may reversibly attach via magnetic communication to a metal edge disposed on one or more cover members. As yet another example, the magnetic communication between the plurality of magnets 610 and the one or more cover members may prevent the cover members from accidentally disengaging from the plurality of storage slots 108. However, the magnetic communication between the magnets 610 and the cover members may facilitate removal of one or more cover members from the plurality of storage slots 108 by intentional actuation of the cover members by a user.

[0060] As described above, the depth of each of the plurality of storage slots 108 can be adapted to the diameter of one or more lid members. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of storage slots 108 can have a uniform depth. That is, one or more lid members can occupy varying depths of the plurality of storage slots 108 depending on the diameter of these lid members. As a non-limiting example, a plurality of magnets 610 can be disposed within the front end 102, the rear end 104, and the plurality of partitions 106 that define the plurality of storage slots 108. In such an embodiment, the plurality of magnets 610 can be disposed at different depths such that the magnets 610 can reversibly attach to one or more lid members having different diameters to ensure that the magnets 610 are in magnetic communication with these lid members. In another non-limiting example, the plurality of magnets 610 can be evenly spaced throughout the depth of the plurality of storage slots 108 such that each of the plurality of storage slots can accommodate one of the small lid member 602, the first intermediate lid member 604, the second intermediate lid member 606, and the large lid member 608 that includes the one or more lid members.

[0061] In an exemplary embodiment, the first storage slot 708, the second storage slot 710, the third storage slot 712, and the fourth storage slot 714 can be configured to respectively accommodate the large lid member 608, the second intermediate lid member 606, the first intermediate lid member 604, and the small lid member 602.

[0062] As described above, the plurality of partitions 106 can further include a first partition 702, a second partition 704, and a third partition 706. In an embodiment, the plurality of storage slots 108 can be disposed between at least one of the rear end 104, the first partition 702, the second partition 704, the third partition 706, and the front end 102. For example, the plurality of storage slots 108 can include a first storage slot 708 between the rear end 104 and the first partition 702, a second storage slot 710 between the first partition 702 and the second partition 704, a third storage slot 712 between the second partition 704 and the third partition 706, and a fourth storage slot 714 between the third partition 706 and the front end 102.

[0063] In addition, the plurality of magnets 610 can be disposed within at least one of the front end 102, the rear end 104, the first partition 702, the second partition 704, and the third partition 706. For example, the plurality of magnets 610 can be disposed within the top surface of at least one of the front end 102, the rear end 104, the first partition 702, the second partition 704, and the third partition 706.

[0064] In addition, the storage system 100 further includes one or more cover members, which include a small cover member 602, a first intermediate cover member 604, a second intermediate cover member 606, and a large cover member 608. In an embodiment, the small cover member 602 can be received by the first storage slot 708, the first intermediate cover member 604 can be received by the second storage slot 710, the second intermediate cover member 606 can be received by the third storage slot 712, and the large cover member 608 can be received by the fourth storage slot 714. However, any one of the one or more cover members can be received in any one of the first storage slot 708, the second storage slot 710, the third storage slot 712, and the fourth storage slot 714. In another embodiment, a plurality of magnets 610 can be reversibly attached to the one or more cover members.

[0065] In another embodiment, the one or more cover members can include one or more corresponding handles. By way of illustration, a small handle 716 can be provided on top of the small cover member 602, a first intermediate handle 718 can be provided on top of the first intermediate cover member 604, a second intermediate handle 720 can be provided on top of the second intermediate cover member 606, and a large handle 722 can be provided on top of the large cover member 608. As a non-limiting example, the small handle 716, the first intermediate handle 718, the second intermediate handle 720, and the large handle 722 can be reversibly attached to a plurality of magnets 610 provided within the top surface of at least one of the front end 102, the rear end 104, the first separator 702, the second separator 704, and the third separator 706.

[0066] In yet another embodiment, the front end 102, the rear end 104, and the plurality of separators 106 can have a front end width 112, a rear end width 114, and a separator width 116, respectively. For example, the rear end width 114 can be equal to the separator width 116, and the rear end width 114 and the separator width 116 can each be greater than the front end width 112. In addition, the front end 102, the rear end 104, and the plurality of separators 106 can extend vertically from the bottom surface 110. By way of illustration, the front end 102, the rear end 104, and the plurality of separators 106 can be parallel to each other. In addition, at least one of the front end 102, the rear end 104, and the plurality of separators 106 can be orthogonal to the bottom surface 110.

[0067] Go to Figure 8 and Figure 9, as described above, the storage system 100 further includes one or more cover members, which include a small cover member 602, a first intermediate cover member 604, a second intermediate cover member 606, and a large cover member 608. In an embodiment, the small cover member 602 can be received by the fourth storage slot 714, the first intermediate cover member 604 can be received by the third storage slot 712, the second intermediate cover member 606 can be received by the second storage slot 710, and the large cover member 608 can be received by the first storage slot 708. However, any one of the one or more cover members can be received in any one of the first storage slot 708, the second storage slot 710, the third storage slot 712, and the fourth storage slot 714. In another embodiment, a plurality of magnets 610 can be reversibly attached to the one or more cover members.

[0068] Finally, other implementations of the present disclosure will be apparent to those skilled in the art from consideration of the specification and practice of the disclosure disclosed herein. The specification and examples are to be considered as merely exemplary, with the true scope and spirit of the disclosure being indicated by the appended claims.

[0069] The different elements described herein in the context of one or more embodiments can be provided individually or in any suitable sub-combination. Further, the processes described herein are not limited to the specific embodiments described. For example, the processes described herein are not limited to the specific processing sequences described herein, but rather, the process blocks can be reordered, combined, removed, or executed in parallel or serially as needed to achieve the results set forth herein.

[0070] It should be further understood that various changes can be made by those skilled in the art to the details, materials, and arrangements of the components that have been described and illustrated herein without departing from the scope of the appended claims.

[0071] All references, patents, patent applications, and publications cited or mentioned in this application are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety. Finally, other implementations of the present disclosure will be apparent to those skilled in the art from consideration of the specification and practice of the disclosure disclosed herein. The specification and examples are to be considered as merely exemplary, with the true scope and spirit of the disclosure being indicated by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A cooking utensil storage system, comprising: A modular storage device, the modular storage device comprising: A bottom surface; A front end, the front end being set to be orthogonal to the bottom surface, the front end having a front width; A rear end, the rear end being set to be orthogonal to the bottom surface, the rear end having a rear width; A plurality of partitions, the partitions being disposed between the front end and the rear end orthogonally to the bottom surface, each of the plurality of partitions having a partition width; and A plurality of storage slots, the storage slots being disposed between the front end, the plurality of partitions, and the rear end, and the front end, the rear end, and the plurality of partitions all extending vertically from the bottom surface, Wherein the front end, the rear end, and the plurality of partitions are parallel to each other.

2. The cooking appliance storage system according to claim 1, wherein, The rear width is equal to the partition width, and wherein both the rear width and the partition width are greater than the front width.

3. The cooking appliance storage system according to claim 1, wherein, The plurality of partitions includes a first partition, a second partition, and a third partition.

4. The cooking appliance storage system according to claim 3, wherein, The plurality of storage slots includes: A first storage slot, the first storage slot being located between the rear end and the first partition; A second storage slot, the second storage slot being located between the first partition and the second partition; A third storage slot, the third storage slot being located between the second partition and the third partition; and A fourth storage slot, the fourth storage slot being located between the third partition and the front end.

5. The cooking appliance storage system according to claim 4, wherein, The modular storage device further includes: A plurality of magnets, the plurality of magnets being disposed in at least one of the following: The front end, The rear end, The first partition, The second partition, and The third partition.

6. The cooking utensil storage system according to claim 5, further comprising: One or more cover members, the cover members including: A small cover member; A first intermediate cover member; A second intermediate cover member; and A large cover member.

7. The cooking appliance storage system according to claim 6, wherein, The plurality of magnets can reversibly adhere to the one or more cover members.

8. The cooking utensil storage system according to claim 6, wherein: The small cover member is received by the fourth storage slot, The first intermediate cover member is received by the third storage slot, The second intermediate cover member is received by the second storage slot, and The large cover member is received by the first storage slot.

9. The cooking appliance storage system according to claim 6, wherein, The one or more cover members further include: A small handle, the small handle being disposed on the top of the small cover member; A first intermediate handle, the first intermediate handle being disposed on the top of the first intermediate cover member; A second intermediate handle, the second intermediate handle being disposed on the top of the second intermediate cover member; and A large handle, the large handle being disposed on the top of the large cover member.

10. The cooking appliance storage system according to claim 9, wherein, The plurality of magnets are disposed in the top surface of at least one of the rear end, the first partition, the second partition, and the third partition.

11. The cooking appliance storage system according to claim 10, wherein, The small handle, the first intermediate handle, the second intermediate handle, and the large handle can respectively reversibly adhere to the plurality of magnets disposed in the top surface of the front end, the third partition, the second partition, and the first partition.

12. A cooking utensil storage system, comprising: A modular storage device, the modular storage device comprising: A bottom surface; A front end, the front end being arranged to be orthogonal to the bottom surface, the front end having a front width; A rear end, the rear end being arranged to be orthogonal to the bottom surface, the rear end having a rear width; A plurality of partitions, the partitions being arranged between the front end and the rear end orthogonally to the bottom surface, the plurality of partitions comprising: A first partition, A second partition, and A third partition; The plurality of partitions having a partition width; A plurality of storage slots, the storage slots being arranged between the front end, the plurality of partitions and the rear end, the plurality of storage slots comprising: A first storage slot, the first storage slot being located between the rear end and the first partition; A second storage slot, the second storage slot being located between the first partition and the second partition; A third storage slot, the third storage slot being located between the second partition and the third partition; and A fourth storage slot, the fourth storage slot being located between the third partition and the front end; and The front end, the rear end and the plurality of partitions all extend vertically from the bottom surface, wherein the front end, the rear end and the plurality of partitions are parallel to each other.

13. The cooking appliance storage system according to claim 12, wherein, The modular storage device further comprises: A plurality of magnets, the plurality of magnets being arranged in at least one of the following: The front end, The rear end, The first partition, The second partition, and The third partition.

14. The cooking utensil storage system according to claim 13, further comprising: One or more cover members, the cover members comprising: A small cover member having a small handle; A first intermediate cover member having a first intermediate handle; A second intermediate cover member having a second intermediate handle; and A large cover member having a large handle.

15. The cooking appliance storage system according to claim 14, wherein, The plurality of magnets are arranged in the top surface of at least one of the rear end, the first partition, the second partition and the third partition.

16. The cooking appliance storage system according to claim 15, wherein, The small handle, the first intermediate handle, the second intermediate handle and the large handle can be reversibly attached to the plurality of magnets arranged in the top surface of the front end, the third partition, the second partition and the first partition respectively.

17. The cooking appliance storage system according to claim 1, wherein the modular storage device further comprises a left side, a right side, and a top side, wherein, Each of the plurality of storage slots is at least partially open to the environment along the left side and the right side, and wherein each of the plurality of storage slots is completely open along the top side.

18. The cooking appliance storage system according to claim 12, wherein the modular storage device further comprises a left side, a right side, and a top side, wherein, Each of the plurality of storage slots is at least partially open to the environment along the left side and the right side, and wherein each of the plurality of storage slots is completely open along the top side.

19. The cooking appliance storage system according to claim 17, wherein, Each of the plurality of storage slots is partially defined by a flat portion of the bottom surface.

20. The cooking appliance storage system according to claim 1, wherein, Each of the plurality of storage slots is partially defined by a flat portion of the bottom surface.

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