A pot stabilizing auxiliary device and a pot

CN224837480UActive Publication Date: 2026-10-09HANGZHOU ROBAM APPLIANCES CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202522496670.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
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Filing Date
2025-11-25
Publication Date
2026-10-09
Estimated Expiration
2035-11-25

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of domestic stove, especially relates to a pot stable auxiliary device for preventing pot slipping and toppling. The utility model discloses a handle arranged on a pot body, a storage groove unit arranged on the handle, and a storage rack unit rotatably arranged on one side of the storage groove unit close to the pot body. After the storage rack unit is unfolded from the storage groove unit, the bottom end is supported on the cooking bench. The utility model provides an additional support point on the cooking bench through the storage rack unit, which is used as a physical fulcrum to resist the overturning moment and directly suppresses the side inclination and overturning. Specifically, when the center of gravity of the pot body deviates to one side of the handle, the unfolded supporting base increases the contact area and friction with the cooking bench, significantly reduces the accident risk, and reduces the scalding or fire hazard caused by the pot body slipping or overturning. The supporting structure of the utility model is located at the front end of the handle close to the connection between the pot body, close to the position of the center of gravity of the pot body, balances the deviation of the center of gravity of the pot body, and keeps the pot body stable.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of household stove technology, and in particular to a cookware stabilization auxiliary device for preventing cookware from slipping and tipping over, and a cookware having the device. Background Technology

[0002] In the current market, cookware, especially Chinese round-bottomed iron woks, has long suffered from stability issues on cooktops such as gas stoves and induction cooktops. Due to the traditional design of round-bottomed woks, their contact area with flat cooktops is relatively small. During cooking, the wok is prone to slipping or even tipping over due to wobbling, external force, or a shift in the center of gravity of the food inside, posing safety hazards and affecting cooking efficiency. Existing solutions address the wok itself by adding textures or grooves to the bottom, increasing friction between the wok and the cooktop, reducing or preventing slippage. While these designs have some effect in practical applications, they don't achieve the ideal result. Ultimately, wok slippage is caused by a small cooktop area, a high center of gravity, and an off-center center of gravity.

[0003] refer to Figure 1 When the pot itself is relatively heavy, and its center of gravity rests steadily within the range of the pot rack, the first type of slippage usually occurs. The solid line represents the ideal state of the pot, while the dashed line represents the state where the pot slips. Currently, most solutions on the market address this slippage problem. For example, adding patterns to the bottom of the pot to increase friction between the bottom and the rack; or incorporating grooves on the bottom of the pot to securely hold it in place and prevent slippage.

[0004] However, as consumers favor lightweight cookware, the pots are designed to be even lighter, with the center of gravity shifting more towards the handle. (Reference) Figure 2 When the pot's center of gravity is close to the contact point between the pot support and the pot body, the pot is prone to tipping over, similar to the second type of slippage. The solid line represents the ideal state of the pot, while the dashed line represents the slippage state. Current technology offers few solutions to this type of slippage problem. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a cookware stabilization auxiliary device that provides additional support points on the stovetop through a storage rack unit, serving as a physical fulcrum to resist overturning torque and directly suppress lateral tilting and tipping.

[0006] The second objective of this utility model is to provide a cookware with auxiliary devices.

[0007] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve the above problems is: a cookware stabilizing auxiliary device, which is integrated into the handle set on the cookware body, including a storage groove unit and a storage rack unit that is rotatably set on the inner side of the storage groove unit and close to the cookware body.

[0008] After the storage rack unit unfolds outward from the storage slot unit, its bottom end is supported on a fixed plane.

[0009] A further preferred technical solution is that: the storage slot unit includes a support rod slot and a support base slot, wherein the support rod slot is located away from the pot body; the storage rack unit includes a support rod and a support base disposed at the bottom end of the support rod; when the storage rack unit is stored in the storage slot unit, the support rod is stored in the support rod slot and the support base is stored in the support base slot.

[0010] A further preferred technical solution is that it also includes a storage sleeve fitted onto the handle.

[0011] A further preferred technical solution is that: a slot snap-fit ​​component is provided in the groove of the support base, and a base snap-fit ​​component is provided on the support base for snapping the slot snap-fit ​​component.

[0012] A further preferred technical solution is that the connection between the support rod and the support base has a rounded corner structure.

[0013] A further preferred technical solution is that the storage sleeve is fitted onto the handle via a tight-fitting structure.

[0014] A further preferred technical solution is that the tight-fitting structure includes inner wall ribs or elastic clips.

[0015] A further preferred technical solution is that the support base groove and the support rod groove are connected to form an L-shaped structure.

[0016] A further preferred technical solution includes a support unit, a lifting unit, a locking unit, and a fixing unit, wherein:

[0017] The support unit has a support surface that abuts against the handle provided on the pot body;

[0018] The lifting unit is located at the bottom of the support unit. The lifting unit has a fixed component and a movable component. The movable component can be movably installed on the fixed component and has multiple fixed positions with different heights.

[0019] The locking unit is movably mounted on the movable component and secures the movable component at multiple height positions by abutting against the fixed component;

[0020] The fixing unit is set on a fixed plane and fixedly connected to the fixing component.

[0021] A further preferred technical solution is that: the fixing component includes a fixing cylinder and an upper mating ring disposed at the top opening of the fixing cylinder; the movable component includes a mating rod, which is threadedly connected to the upper mating ring.

[0022] A further preferred technical solution is that the support unit includes a top fork, and the support surface is the top surface of the top fork and is concave in the middle.

[0023] A further preferred technical solution includes a protective plate unit, which is disposed on the side of the stove near the handle of the pot; the protective plate unit includes an arc-shaped plate and a connector disposed at the bottom end of the arc-shaped plate for connecting to the stove.

[0024] The curved plate has an end point, the height of which is higher than the center of gravity of the pot, and the center of gravity of the pot is located between the end point and the stove. A cookware includes a pot body and a handle, and a cookware stabilizing aid of any of the above, wherein the bottom end of the storage rack unit is supported on a fixed plane to increase the support area for the center of gravity of the pot.

[0025] In summary, this utility model has the following advantages:

[0026] 1. This utility model provides an additional support point on the stovetop through the storage rack unit, which acts as a physical fulcrum to resist the overturning moment and directly suppress lateral tilting and tipping. Specifically, when the center of gravity of the pot is biased towards the handle, the unfolded support base increases the contact area and friction with the stovetop, significantly reducing the risk of accidents and reducing the risk of burns or fires caused by the pot sliding or tipping.

[0027] 2. The support structure of this utility model is located at the front end of the handle near the connection of the pot body, close to the center of gravity of the pot, which balances the problem of the pot's center of gravity shift and keeps the pot body stable.

[0028] 3. The storage slot unit of this utility model allows the storage rack unit to be completely folded and embedded when not in use, keeping the handle flat, beautiful and portable. Users do not need to disassemble the additional device, and it does not affect normal cooking operations such as holding, washing or storing, nor does it interfere with the placement of cookware on the stove.

[0029] 4. This utility model can eliminate the need for additional limiting devices for the storage rack unit. That is, when gripping the handle, the hand naturally restricts the position of the support structure. Alternatively, limiting devices can be set, such as interlocking mechanisms like slotted connectors and base connectors or storage sleeves, to ensure that the support rod will not accidentally slide out when not in use, reducing the number of manual adjustment steps for the user. Attached Figure Description

[0030] The invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings:

[0031] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the first type of pan-sliding mode;

[0032] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the second type of pan-sliding mode;

[0033] Figure 3A schematic diagram showing the positions of the support unit, lifting unit, locking unit, and fixing unit;

[0034] Figure 4 A structural diagram of the support unit, lifting unit, locking unit, and fixing unit;

[0035] Figure 5 A schematic diagram showing the location of the guard plate unit;

[0036] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A schematic diagram of its vertical cross-section;

[0037] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the cooktop and the protective panel unit;

[0038] Figure 8 for Figure 7 A schematic diagram of its vertical cross-section;

[0039] Figure 9 for Figure 7 A top-down view diagram;

[0040] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram showing the storage rack unit in the open state.

[0041] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the storage rack unit in its folded-up state.

[0042] Figure 12 A diagram showing the placement of the storage sleeve;

[0043] Figure 13 for Figure 11 A schematic diagram of region A in the middle.

[0044] In the attached diagram, the components represented by each number are as follows:

[0045] Support unit 1, top fork 1.1, internal thread groove 1.2; Lifting unit 2, fixed cylinder 2.1, upper connecting ring 2.2, connecting rod 2.3, lower internal thread ring 2.4; Locking unit 3, wing nut 3.1; Fixing unit 4, base 4.1, fixing hole 4.2, fixing bolt 4.3; Guard plate unit 5, arc plate 5.1, connector 5.2, end point 5.3; Storage slot unit 6, support rod slot 6.1, support base slot 6.2, slot snap connector 6.3; Storage rack unit 7, support rod 7.1, support base 7.2, base snap connector 7.3; Storage sleeve 8; Pot body 99, handle 98, stove 97, stove 96. Detailed Implementation

[0046] Regarding the situation described in the background art where the pot tilts when its center of gravity is close to the contact point between the pot support and the pot body, providing support near this center can stabilize the pot. Based on this, the core of the technical solution of this disclosure lies in improving the pot handle itself to have a front-end support structure, enhancing the stability of the pot, making it suitable for various stovetops, and improving the safety and convenience of cooking operations.

[0047] The present invention will be specifically illustrated below with reference to embodiments:

[0048] This specific embodiment is merely an explanation of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. After reading this specification, those skilled in the art can make modifications to this embodiment without contributing any inventive step, but as long as they are within the scope of the claims of the present utility model, they are protected by patent law.

[0049] Example 1:

[0050] refer to Figure 10-13 A cookware stabilizing auxiliary device includes a handle 98 provided on the cookware body 99, a storage groove unit 6 provided on the handle 98, and a storage rack unit 7 rotatably disposed on the side of the storage groove unit 6 near the cookware body 99.

[0051] After the storage rack unit 7 unfolds outward from the storage slot unit 6, its bottom end is supported on the stove 97.

[0052] The storage slot unit 6 is a groove-shaped structure set on the handle 98 of the cookware, mainly used to accommodate and store the storage rack unit 7. When the cookware stabilizing auxiliary device is not in use, that is, when no additional support is required, the storage rack unit 7 can be folded and completely stored in the storage slot unit 6. After storage, the handle remains flat, aesthetically pleasing, and portable, without interfering with normal cooking operations. In a preferred embodiment, the storage slot unit 6 allows the storage rack unit 7 to be fully embedded in the cookware when not in use.

[0053] The storage rack unit 7 is a rotatable support structure that is rotatably positioned on the side of the storage slot unit 6 near the pot body 99, specifically near the connection between the handle and the pot body. Its primary function is to act as a front-end support structure, providing a physical fulcrum to enhance the stability of the pot. When needed, for example, when the pot's center of gravity is close to the pot rack contact point, the user can rotate and unfold the storage rack unit 7 from the storage slot unit 6, extending it downwards to contact the surface of the cooktop 97. In this way, the storage rack unit 7 forms an additional support point in front of or to the side of the pot, effectively resisting overturning moments and preventing the pot from sliding or tipping over.

[0054] The storage slot unit 6 does not require a limiting device for the storage rack unit 7. When the user uses it, the handle 98 can also grip the storage rack unit 7, thus confining it within the storage slot unit 6.

[0055] Furthermore, users desire greater stability for the storage rack unit 7 during support. Based on this, the storage slot unit 6 includes a support rod slot 6.1 and a support base slot 6.2 located on the side of the support rod slot 6.1 away from the pot body 99; the storage rack unit 7 includes a support rod 7.1 and a support base 7.2 located at the bottom end of the support rod 7.1; when the storage rack unit 7 is stored in the storage slot unit 6, the support rod 7.1 is stored in the support rod slot 6.1 and the support base 7.2 is stored in the support base slot 6.2.

[0056] The support rod groove 6.1 serves to house the support rod 7.1. As a dedicated storage space for the support rod 7.1, its shape strictly matches the cross-sectional profile of the support rod 7.1, including but not limited to rectangular, circular, or irregular shapes, to prevent the support rod from wobbling during storage and to avoid damage or accidental deformation caused by exposure. Furthermore, when the support rod is extended, the groove wall of the support rod groove 6.1 can serve as a rigid base for the rotation axis.

[0057] A portion of the support base groove 6.2 communicates with the support rod groove 6.1, typically forming an "L" shape with the side cross-section of the support rod groove 6.1 to accommodate the larger support base 7.2. The support base 7.2 directly provides a large contact area and high friction, providing anti-overturning force and directly suppressing the second type of pot sliding mode.

[0058] Furthermore, users desire that the support rod 7.1 remain in the support rod groove 6.1 when the handle 98 is not being held, so that users do not need to retract the support rod 7.1 into the support rod groove 6.1 every time they hold the handle 98. Based on this, the device also includes a storage sleeve 8 that fits onto the handle 98.

[0059] The core function of the storage sleeve 8 is to solve the problem of the support rod 7.1 falling out of the support rod groove 6.1 when the handle 98 is not gripped, achieving manual operation through mechanical restraint. Specifically, when the support rod 7.1 is stored in the support rod groove 6.1, the storage sleeve 8 is fitted onto the outside of the handle. Through a tight-fitting structure, including but not limited to inner wall ribs, elastic buckles, or silicone rings, the support rod 7.1 is pressed against the area of ​​the support rod groove 6.1, preventing it from sliding out of the groove due to gravity, thus eliminating the need for manual adjustment before each gripping of the handle.

[0060] Furthermore, the user desires that the support rod 7.1 can remain in the support rod groove 6.1 when the handle 98 is not held, without the need for additional devices such as a storage sleeve 8 to restrict the support rod 7.1. Based on this, a groove locking member 6.3 is provided in the support base groove 6.2, and a base locking member 7.3 for locking the groove locking member 6.3 is provided on the support base 7.2.

[0061] The slotted connector 6.3 and the base connector 7.3 interlock to limit the position of the support rod 7.1. Typically, this function is achieved through a mechanical interlocking structure, which essentially utilizes geometric locking to achieve "self-locking storage." The slotted connector 6.3 acts as a rigid locking point on the inner wall of the base slot 6.2, providing a mechanical anchoring position; the base connector 7.3 acts as a matching locking tongue on the base 7.2, forming a complementary structure with the slotted connector 6.3. (Reference) Figure 6 The paper presents a specific form of the slotted connector 6.3 and the base connector 7.3. The slotted connector 6.3 is an elastic protrusion, and the base connector 7.3 is a concave point that forms a complementary structure with the elastic protrusion. The elastic protrusion uses the clamping force generated by elastic deformation to fix the concave point, thereby fixing the support rod 7.1.

[0062] Furthermore, users wish to avoid any impact injuries caused by the connection between the support rod 7.1 and the support base 7.2. Therefore, the connection between the support rod 7.1 and the support base 7.2 has a rounded corner structure.

[0063] Furthermore, the storage sleeve 8 is fitted onto the handle 98 via a tight-fitting structure.

[0064] Among them, the tight fit structure refers to an elastic or non-elastic structure that requires a certain external force to engage with the handle 98 during assembly. It is usually a detachable connector that relies on the elastic deformation of the material and the interface friction to achieve fastening.

[0065] Furthermore, the tight-fitting structure includes inner wall ribs or elastic clips.

[0066] The inner wall ribs refer to at least one annular rib on the inner wall of the storage sleeve 8. When the storage sleeve (8) is pushed to the predetermined position of the handle 98, the ribs undergo elastic deformation, generating a large static friction force with the surface of the handle 98, thereby achieving a tight fit and fixation. The elastic buckle is made of a material with a certain degree of elasticity, and its side wall has a through-slit, making its overall structure "C". Through the elastic contraction of this "C" shaped structure, the storage sleeve 8 tightly hugs the handle 98.

[0067] Furthermore, the support base groove 6.2 is connected to the support rod groove 6.1, forming an L-shaped structure.

[0068] The "L"-shaped structure perfectly matches the shape of the storage rack unit 7 itself, allowing the irregularly shaped support rod 7.1 and support base 7.2 to be completely and flatly stored inside the handle 98, avoiding any impact on the grip, aesthetics, and stability of the cookware due to local protrusions.

[0069] Example 2:

[0070] Regarding the situation described in the background art where the pot's center of gravity tilts when it is close to the contact point between the pot support and the pot body, providing some support to the pot body can effectively reduce the tilting. Based on this, the core technical solution of this disclosure lies in providing a pot-protecting device to support the pot body.

[0071] refer to Figures 3-4 A cookware stabilizing auxiliary device includes a support unit 1, a lifting unit 2, a locking unit 3, and a fixing unit 4, wherein:

[0072] The support unit 1 has a support surface that abuts against the bottom surface of the handle 98 provided on the pot body 99;

[0073] The lifting unit 2 is located at the bottom of the support unit 1. The lifting unit 2 has a fixed component and a movable component. The movable component is located on the fixed component and moves freely along the axis of the fixed component. The range of free movement along the fixed component covers the state of the support surface abutting against the bottom surface of the handle 98 and the state of not abutting.

[0074] The locking unit 3 is mounted on the movable component and can move freely along the axis of the movable component. The range of free movement along the axis of the movable component covers the states in which the locking unit 3 abuts against the fixed component and the states in which the abutment is released.

[0075] The fixing unit 4 is installed on the stove 97 and is fixedly connected to the fixing component.

[0076] The core function of support unit 1 is to provide direct support. Located at the top of the device, it is specifically designed to directly contact and support the bottom of the cookware handle, i.e., the downward-facing side. By providing additional support below the front end of the handle through its support surface, it effectively prevents the pot from tipping over or sliding due to the handle's center of gravity being too heavy and the pot's center of gravity being close to the edge of the pot rack—the second type of slippage described in the background art. Essentially, it increases the effective support area for the pot's center of gravity, significantly improving its stability.

[0077] The core function of the lifting unit 2 is to adjust the support height, and it consists of a fixed component and a movable component. The movable component can move up and down along the axial direction, usually vertically, on the fixed component. This up-and-down movement allows the support surface of the support unit 1 connected to its top to contact the bottom surface of the pot handle, providing support, i.e., in the "abutment" state. It can also move downwards, away from the bottom surface of the pot handle, allowing the pot to be picked up freely or the device to be discontinued, i.e., in the "cancellation" state. The lifting unit 2 addresses the need to adapt to stovetops 97 of different heights, or to gas stove brackets of different heights, or to different pots with different bottom curvatures or handle installation positions, or to meet the user's needs for support force, such as slightly higher or lower support. Fundamentally, the lifting unit 2 achieves versatility and flexibility for the device.

[0078] The core function of locking unit 3 is to fix the lifting height. Specifically, it is installed on the movable component of the lifting unit and can move within a certain range along the axis of the movable component, such as by rotation or up and down movement. After the user adjusts the support unit to the ideal height by operating the lifting unit, the locking unit is moved to abut against the fixed component of the lifting unit, for example, by tightening it with threads, thereby locking the movable component and preventing it from sliding down during use. Essentially, locking unit 3 ensures that the support unit 1 is stable and does not shift when providing support. Without the locking function, the support unit may slide down when subjected to the pressure of the pot, losing its support effect or becoming unreliable. When it is necessary to adjust the height of the support unit 1, the locking unit is moved to release the abutment, and the lifting height can be adjusted again.

[0079] The core function of the fixing unit 4 is to fix the device on the stove 97. Specifically, it is directly connected to the fixing component of the lifting unit and provides a method to reliably install / fix it at a certain position on the stove 97, such as fixing it to the edge of the countertop, clamping it on the stove bracket, using strong magnetic attraction, or adapting to the reserved interface of some stove 97. In this embodiment, the fixing method of the fixing unit 4 is not limited.

[0080] Furthermore, the movement of the fixed and movable components should be as simple as possible. Therefore, the fixed component includes a fixed cylinder 2.1 and an upper connecting ring 2.2 disposed at the top opening of the fixed cylinder 2.1; the movable component includes a connecting rod 2.3 screwed onto the upper connecting ring 2.2. By rotating the connecting rod 2.3 relative to the fixed cylinder 2.1, and through the screwed connection between the connecting rod 2.3 and the upper connecting ring 2.2, the fixed cylinder 2.1 and the connecting rod 2.3 can move relative to each other in the vertical direction. The fixed cylinder 2.1 serves as the main support structure of the device, and its material possesses sufficient strength and rigidity to ensure reliable support.

[0081] Furthermore, users typically desire that the support surface of the support unit 1 fits the handle 98 more closely to improve the stability of the support. Based on this, the support unit 1 includes a top fork 1.1, with the support surface being the top surface of the top fork 1.1 and having a downward concave shape in the middle. The concavity fits the handle 98 closely, preventing the handle 98 from shifting laterally.

[0082] Furthermore, users typically prefer that the top fork 1.1 and the lifting unit 2 be detachable, so that if the top fork 1.1 is damaged during use, or if a corresponding specification needs to be replaced for different handles 98, this is possible. Therefore, the lower end of the top fork 1.1 has an internal threaded groove 1.2 that screws onto the top of the connecting rod 2.3. The screwing and loosening process on the connecting rod 2.3 can be achieved by rotating the top fork 1.1.

[0083] Furthermore, users typically desire a detachable connection between the fixing unit 4 and the fixing component, i.e., the fixing cylinder 2.1, so that the fixing cylinder 2.1 can be removed when not in use, avoiding impacting the usable space of the stovetop 97. Based on this, the fixing unit 4 includes a base 4.1 and a fixing hole 4.2 at the top of the base 4.1; the fixing component also includes a lower internal threaded ring 2.4 at the bottom opening of the fixing cylinder 2.1; the fixing unit 4 also includes a fixing bolt 4.3 that passes through the fixing hole 4.2 and is screwed into the lower internal threaded ring 2.4. The fixing hole 4.2 and the lower internal threaded ring 2.4 have the same specifications. The wall of the fixing hole 4.2 can be smooth or have the same thread specification as the lower internal threaded ring 2.4. During installation, first align the fixing hole 4.2 with the lower internal threaded ring 2.4, and then screw the fixing bolt 4.3 through the fixing hole 4.2 into the lower internal threaded ring 2.4, thus completing the detachable installation.

[0084] Furthermore, users typically desire that the locking method of locking unit 3 be as simple as possible and compatible with the original functions of docking rod 2.3. Based on this, locking unit 3 includes a wing nut 3.1 screwed onto docking rod 2.3. The wing nut 3.1 engages with the threaded connection of docking rod 2.3. After adjusting the height of docking rod 2.3, tightening the wing nut utilizes its force against the end face of the fixing cylinder 2.1 to lock the position of docking rod 2.3, preventing loosening of the screw and thus fixing the relative position of docking rod 2.3 and fixing cylinder 2.1. The operation is simple and requires no additional tools.

[0085] Example 3

[0086] Regarding the situation described in the background art where the pot's center of gravity tilts when it is close to the contact point between the pot support and the pot body, providing some support to the pot body can effectively reduce the tilting. Based on this, the core technical solution of this disclosure lies in providing a pot-protecting device to support the pot body.

[0087] refer to Figures 5-9 A cookware stabilizing auxiliary device includes a protective plate unit 5, which is disposed on the side of the cookware near the handle 98 of the cookware body 99; the protective plate unit 5 includes an arc-shaped plate 5.1 and a connector 5.2 disposed at the bottom end of the arc-shaped plate 5.1 and used to connect to the cookware 96.

[0088] The point of the curved plate 5.1 closest to the handle 98 is the end point 5.3. The height of the end point 5.3 is higher than the height of the pot's center of gravity 95, and the pot's center of gravity 95 is located between the end point 5.3 and the stove 96.

[0089] A key feature of the curved plate 5.1 is its curved profile, with its concave surface matching the curvature of the outer wall of the pot body 99 with its round bottom, ensuring a tight fit between the contact points and the sides of the pot body. Another key feature of the curved plate 5.1 is its spatial placement during installation; it is installed on the side of the cooktop 96 closest to the handle 98, where the risk of center of gravity shift is highest. The bottom of the curved plate 5.1 is fixed to the cooktop 96 via connector 5.2, forming a stable support base.

[0090] Another typical feature of the curved plate 5.1 is that the height of its endpoint 5.3 is higher than the height of the pot's center of gravity 95. Chinese utility model patent CN209655379U discloses a similar cookware fixing bracket for a gas stove, with an outer fixing bracket that functions similarly to the curved plate 5.1. However, because it is rotatably connected to the support frame, its height is relatively small. Specifically, for some lightweight pots with a relatively high center of gravity 95, the height of the outer fixing bracket is lower than the pot's center of gravity 95. This causes the outer fixing bracket to not only fail to counteract the tilting moment in the second sliding pot mode, but also to become a fulcrum during the tilting process, allowing the pot 99 to directly pass over the outer fixing bracket and continue tilting, resulting in the failure of the outer fixing bracket's function. In the embodiment of this disclosure, the height of the endpoint 5.3 of the curved plate 5.1 exceeds the height of the pot's center of gravity 95 to effectively counteract the tilting moment. Specifically, refer to... Figure 1 The height difference between endpoint 5.3 and the center of gravity of the pot is h. Since the height of endpoint 5.3 is higher than the height of the center of gravity of the pot, h is always a positive value.

[0091] Furthermore, the shape of the curved plate 5.1 needs to conform to the contour of the pot body 99 so that the pot body 99 will not tip over in the front-back or lateral directions after being placed against the curved plate 5.1. Based on this, the curved plate 5.1 also has two side endpoints 5.4, the middle of which extends toward the distal end of the handle 98, and the curved plate 5.1 converges from top to bottom toward the stove 96 to form an arc-shaped surface toward the stove 96.

[0092] Referring again to the Chinese utility model patent with announcement number CN209655379U, the outer fixing bracket is relatively narrow, and its contact with the pot body 99 is almost a point contact. Therefore, the pot body 99 can hardly provide protection when tilted. Even if multiple brackets are set, they only form multiple point contacts, and it cannot be guaranteed that multiple points are in contact with the pot body 99 at the same time. Thus, when the pot body 99 tilts, there is a certain acceleration that causes it to collide with the outer fixing bracket set on the side, which was not originally in contact with the pot body 99. After the impact, it is very likely to pass directly over the outer fixing bracket, which poses a risk of limit failure.

[0093] refer to Figure 5 In this embodiment, the two end points 5.4 of the arc-shaped plate 5.1, together with the extension of the end point 5.3, form a wrap angle of 135° to 180°, covering the high-incidence area of ​​pot handle tilting. The arc surface towards the center provides centripetal constraint force, converting the disturbance energy generated by the inertia of the pot tilting into potential energy returning to the center of the stove. Furthermore, the arc design can adapt to pots of different diameters, ensuring that a section of the arc-shaped plate 5.1 is in contact with the pot body 99 throughout the entire tilting process.

[0094] In addition, the shape of the arc plate 5.1 can also reflect the heat generated by the stove 96, preventing heat from being transferred to the handle 98 side, thus improving the experience for users who are afraid of the high temperature of the stove 96.

[0095] Based on this, the shape of the arc plate 5.1 can also assist the user in the tossing operation. By placing the pot body 99 on the arc plate 5.1 and using the contact point between the arc plate 5.1 and the pot body 99 as the fulcrum, the tossing operation can be achieved by simply pressing down the handle 98.

[0096] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention. Furthermore, the terms "vertical," "horizontal," "front," and "rear," etc., mentioned in the embodiments of the present invention indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product is in use. These are merely for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the present invention. It should be further noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, terms such as "install," "connect," "join," and "fix" in the description should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connect" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a direct connection, an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the present invention according to the specific circumstances.

Claims

1. A cookware stabilizing auxiliary device, characterized in that, The handle (98) integrated on the pot body (99) includes a storage slot unit (6) and a storage rack unit (7) rotatably disposed on the inner side of the storage slot unit (6) and close to the pot body (99). After the storage rack unit (7) unfolds outward from the storage slot unit (6), its bottom end is supported on a fixed plane.

2. The cookware stabilizing auxiliary device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The storage slot unit (6) includes a support rod slot (6.1) and a support base slot (6.2), wherein the support rod slot (6.1) is located away from the pot body (99); the storage rack unit (7) includes a support rod (7.1) and a support base (7.2) disposed at the bottom end of the support rod (7.1); when the storage rack unit (7) is stored in the storage slot unit (6), the support rod (7.1) is stored in the support rod slot (6.1) and the support base (7.2) is stored in the support base slot (6.2).

3. The cookware stabilizing auxiliary device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a storage sleeve (8) that is fitted onto the handle (98).

4. The cookware stabilizing auxiliary device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The support base groove (6.2) is provided with a groove snap-fit ​​component (6.3), and the support base (7.2) is provided with a base snap-fit ​​component (7.3) for snapping the groove snap-fit ​​component (6.3).

5. A cookware stabilizing auxiliary device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The connection between the support rod (7.1) and the support base (7.2) has a rounded corner structure.

6. The cookware stabilizing auxiliary device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The storage sleeve (8) is fitted onto the handle (98) by a tight fit structure.

7. A cookware stabilizing auxiliary device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The tight-fitting structure includes inner wall ribs or elastic clips.

8. A cookware stabilizing auxiliary device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The support base groove (6.2) is connected to the support rod groove (6.1) and forms an L-shaped structure.

9. A cookware stabilizing auxiliary device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a support unit (1), a lifting unit (2), a locking unit (3), and a fixing unit (4), wherein: The support unit (1) has a support surface that abuts against the handle (98) provided on the pot body (99); The lifting unit (2) is located at the bottom of the support unit (1). The lifting unit (2) has a fixed component and a movable component. The movable component is movably installed on the fixed component and has multiple fixed positions with different heights. The locking unit (3) is movably mounted on the movable component and secures the movable component at multiple height positions by abutting against the fixed component; The fixing unit (4) is disposed on the fixing plane and fixedly connected to the fixing component.

10. A cookware comprising a pot body (99) and a handle (98), and a cookware stabilizing aid as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the bottom end of the storage rack unit (7) is supported on a fixed plane to increase the support area for the pot's center of gravity (95).

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