spatula

Abstract

The utility model discloses an embodiment of a spatula, which comprises: a handle; a head, which is arranged at one end of the handle, and the end edge of the head away from the handle comprises a first arc edge in the middle, and the diameter of the circle corresponding to the first arc edge is between 160mm and 240mm. The spatula provided in the embodiment can reduce the probability of food material missing from the gap between the head of the spatula and the wall of the pot, and facilitates the spatula to scoop up a large amount of food material.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of kitchen tools, specifically to a spatula. Background Technology

[0002] Currently available spatulas often result in food easily slipping through the gap between the spatula and the pan wall when scooping food from the pot, leading to insufficient food being scooped up and causing inconvenience for users. Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop a new spatula. Utility Model Content

[0003] Therefore, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a spatula that can reduce the chance of food leaking out from the gap between the spatula head and the pan wall, and make it easier to scoop up a large amount of food.

[0004] One embodiment of the present invention provides a spatula, which includes: a handle; and a spatula head disposed at one end of the handle. The end edge of the spatula head away from the handle includes a first arc edge located in the middle, and the diameter of the circle corresponding to the first arc edge is between 160 mm and 240 mm.

[0005] The spatula provided in this embodiment has a first arc edge located in the middle of the end edge of the spatula head away from the handle, and the diameter of the circle corresponding to the first arc edge is between 160mm and 240mm. Compared with the middle of the end edge of the spatula head away from the handle being straight, it can better adapt to the curvature of the cookware, especially to the side wall or bottom wall of the curved pot, thereby reducing the chance of food leaking out from the gap between the spatula head and the pot wall.

[0006] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the ratio of the width of the shovel head to the width occupied by the first arc edge in the width direction of the shovel head is between 1.58 and 2.37.

[0007] In these embodiments, considering the diameter range corresponding to the first arc edge, if the width of the first arc edge is too small, the free end of the spatula head will not be able to fully conform to the curve of the pot, easily causing food to be missed. If the width of the first arc edge is too large, the two ends of the free end of the spatula head will have insufficient margin, resulting in an excessively large curvature at that point, or even sharp edges, which is not conducive to scraping food residue on the side wall of the pot. In this embodiment, the ratio of the width of the spatula head to the width of the first arc edge in the width direction of the spatula head is designed to be between 1.58 and 2.37, which can take into account both of the above situations and improve the applicability of the spatula.

[0008] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the end edge of the shovel head away from the shovel handle also includes a second arc-shaped edge, distributed on both sides of the first arc-shaped edge and extending to both sides of the width direction of the shovel head. The curvature of the second arc-shaped edge gradually increases from the end near the first arc-shaped edge to the end away from the first arc-shaped edge, and / or the diameter corresponding to the second arc-shaped edge is between 40 mm and 160 mm.

[0009] In these embodiments, the curvature of the second arc-shaped edge gradually increases from the end closest to the first arc-shaped edge to the end furthest from the first arc-shaped edge, making the free end of the spatula entirely arc-shaped with a smooth transition. This facilitates rotating the spatula to allow different positions of the free end of the spatula to contact the bottom of the pot, thereby adjusting the spatula's shoveling angle and providing convenience for the user. Furthermore, the diameter corresponding to the second arc-shaped edge is between 40mm and 160mm, avoiding both excessively small diameters that would result in sharp edges at the free end of the spatula and excessively large diameters that allow for a proper fit between the spatula and the pot's surface.

[0010] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the end of the spatula head furthest from the handle tapers inward in the width direction of the spatula head. This design allows the two ends of the free end of the spatula head to be retracted, preventing the two ends of the free end of the spatula head from scratching the side wall of the pot when scraping food residue off the side wall.

[0011] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the upper surface of the shovel head forms a concave receiving groove. When the top opening of the receiving groove is horizontally upward, the lowest point of the shovel head is taken as the reference point, the end of the shovel head away from the shovel handle is taken as the first end, and the end of the shovel head close to the shovel handle is taken as the second end. In the length direction of the shovel head, the ratio of the length from the reference point to the first end to the length from the reference point to the second end is between 1.6 and 6. In the vertical direction, the ratio of the height from the reference point to the first end to the height from the reference point to the second end is between 0.16 and 1.

[0012] In these embodiments, the spatula head designed with the above parameters can better hold the ingredients while still allowing for stir-frying. Furthermore, in Chinese cooking, consumers are accustomed to adding seasonings to the spatula head before they come into contact with the ingredients; a larger capacity container can better accommodate the mixing of seasonings.

[0013] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the shovel head includes an integrally formed shovel body and side guards. The side guards are distributed at one end of the shovel body near the shovel handle and at both ends in the width direction of the shovel body. The shovel body and the side guards form a receiving groove. When the upper edges of the side guards on both sides in the width direction of the shovel body are in a horizontal state, the top opening of the receiving groove faces horizontally upward. The shovel head has a simple structure and is easy to manufacture.

[0014] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the protrusion height of the guard relative to the spatula body gradually decreases from the end closer to the spatula handle to the end farther from the spatula handle. The guard can be tilted as a whole to facilitate the spatula in scooping up larger pieces of food.

[0015] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the retaining edge extends obliquely outward from the edge of the spatula body, or the retaining edge is curved. Compared to a vertically extending retaining edge, this increases the capacity of the receiving groove. Moreover, the angle between the retaining edge and the spatula body can be widened, making it easier for seasonings to come into contact with the food even if they are spilled there.

[0016] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the shovel head is axially symmetrical in its width direction. A longitudinal section is taken through the central axis of the shovel head in its width direction. In this longitudinal section, the end of the shovel body near the handle is arc-shaped, and it transitions to the side guard in an arc shape. This facilitates the shoveling of food and prevents food from getting stuck at the fold between the shovel body and the side guard.

[0017] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the included angle between the end flanges located at both ends of the spatula body in the width direction and the end closest to the handle is between 85° and 135°. This design allows the spatula to have a larger opening facing the food, making it easier for the food to enter the spatula.

[0018] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the angle between the shovel face and the central axis of the shovel handle is between 135° and 150°.

[0019] In these embodiments, by adjusting the appropriate angle of the spatula head, wrist strain can be reduced. Furthermore, it accommodates various grip styles of the spatula handle during cooking.

[0020] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the upper surface of the end of the shovel head away from the shovel handle is inclined downward to form a shovel blade, and the blade angle is between 20° and 35°.

[0021] In these embodiments, the shovel head is equipped with a blade, and the blade angle is between 20° and 35°, which makes it easy to scoop up food while ensuring the strength of the blade and preventing it from being easily damaged.

[0022] Specifically, if the blade angle is too small or the blade is too thin, it is easily damaged. If the blade angle is too large or the blade is too thick, it is difficult to scoop up food. This embodiment sets the blade angle between 20° and 35°, thus avoiding the above problems.

[0023] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the shovel head is axially symmetrical in its width direction, and a longitudinal section is taken through the central axis in the width direction of the shovel head. In the longitudinal section, the lower surface of the shovel head includes a straight segment and a curved segment located near the end of the straight segment close to the shovel handle and curving upward. In the longitudinal section, the ratio of the length of the straight segment to the length of the shovel head is between 0.3 and 0.6.

[0024] In these embodiments, corresponding to the aforementioned straight segment, the end of the spatula body away from the handle has a flat area. When the flat area at the bottom of the spatula is not long enough, the food is prone to slipping or breaking during the flipping process. Conversely, when the flat area at the bottom of the spatula is too long, the spatula's capacity is reduced, making it suitable only for some frying cooking activities. Therefore, in this embodiment, the ratio of the length of the flat area to the length of the spatula is between 0.3 and 0.6. The flat area at the bottom of the spatula allows the spatula to be pushed further into the bottom of the food, satisfying the basic function of stir-frying while also providing better flipping capabilities for frying food.

[0025] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the spatula is a silicone spatula. Compared to traditional metal spatulas, it is less likely to damage the cookware.

[0026] Other aspects and / or advantages of the present invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be clear from the description or may be learned by practice of the present invention. Attached Figure Description

[0027] The above and other objects and features of this utility model will become clearer from the following description of embodiments in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which: Figure 1 A top view of a spatula according to an embodiment of this application is shown. Figure 2 This illustration shows a longitudinal cross-sectional view of a spatula in one orientation, according to an embodiment of this application. Figure 3 This invention provides a schematic longitudinal cross-sectional view of a spatula in another orientation, representing one embodiment of the present application. Figure 4 A longitudinal cross-sectional view of a spatula in another orientation is shown as an embodiment of this application.

[0028] Figures 1 to 4 Explanation of icon numbers: 100 Shovel handle; 200 Shovel head; 210 Shovel body; 211 First arc edge; 212 Second arc edge; 213 Shovel blade; 214 Shovel face; 220 Side guard; 230 Receiving groove. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The following detailed embodiments are provided to aid the reader in gaining a comprehensive understanding of the methods, apparatus, and / or systems described herein. However, various changes, modifications, and equivalents of the methods, apparatus, and / or systems described herein will become apparent upon understanding this disclosure. For example, the order of operations described herein is merely illustrative and is not limited to those orders set forth herein, but may be changed as will become clear upon understanding this disclosure, except for operations that must occur in a specific order. Furthermore, for clarity and conciseness, descriptions of features known in the art may be omitted.

[0030] The features described herein may be implemented in different forms and should not be construed as limited to the examples described herein. Rather, the examples described herein are provided only to illustrate some of the many feasible ways of implementing the methods, apparatus, and / or systems described herein, which will become clear upon understanding the disclosure of this application.

[0031] As used herein, the term “and / or” includes any one of the associated listed items and any combination of any two or more.

[0032] Although terms such as “first,” “second,” and “third” may be used herein to describe various components, assemblies, regions, layers, or parts, these components, assemblies, regions, layers, or parts should not be limited by these terms. Rather, these terms are used only to distinguish one component, assembly, region, layer, or part from another. Thus, without departing from the teaching of the examples described herein, the first component, first assembly, first region, first layer, or first part referred to as the first component, first assembly, first region, first layer, or first part may also be referred to as the second component, second assembly, second region, second layer, or second part.

[0033] In the specification, when an element such as a layer, region, or substrate is described as being "on" another element, "connected to," or "bonded to" another element, the element may be directly "on" another element, directly "connected to," or "bonded to" the other element, or one or more other elements may be present in between. Conversely, when an element is described as being "directly on" another element, "directly connected to," or "directly bonded to" another element, no other elements may be present in between.

[0034] The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing various examples only and is not intended to limit disclosure. Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well. The terms “comprising,” “including,” and “having” indicate the presence of the described features, quantities, operations, components, elements, and / or combinations thereof, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, quantities, operations, components, elements, and / or combinations thereof. The term “a plurality” represents any quantity of two or more.

[0035] The directional terms such as "top" and "bottom" in this application are defined based on the orientation shown in the diagram.

[0036] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein, including technical and scientific terms, shall have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains after understanding the invention. Unless expressly defined herein, terms such as those defined in a general dictionary shall be interpreted as having a meaning consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant field and in this invention, and shall not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formalistic manner.

[0037] The following will combine Figures 1 to 4 This invention introduces a spatula provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0038] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, one embodiment of the present invention provides a spatula, which includes: a handle 100; and a spatula head 200 disposed at one end of the handle 100. The end edge of the spatula head 200 away from the handle 100 includes a first arc edge 211 located in the middle, and the diameter of the circle corresponding to the first arc edge 211 is between 160mm and 240mm.

[0039] The spatula provided in this embodiment has a first arc edge 211 located in the middle of the end edge of the spatula head 200 away from the handle 100, and the diameter of the circle corresponding to the first arc edge 211 is between 160mm and 240mm. Compared with the middle of the end edge of the spatula head 200 away from the handle 100 being straight, it can better adapt to the curvature of the cookware, especially to the side wall or bottom wall of the curved pot, thereby reducing the chance of food leaking out from the gap between the spatula head 200 and the pot wall.

[0040] Specifically, most cookware on the market is typically wider at the top and narrower at the bottom, meaning it has a large opening diameter and a small base diameter. The opening diameter is mostly between 160mm and 320mm, specifically 160mm, 180mm, 200mm, 220mm, 240mm, 260mm, 280mm, 300mm, and 320mm. When a spatula scoops food along the pot's side, the trajectory is an arc that gradually widens. As the spatula's position changes, food can easily get lost in the gap between the spatula and the pot wall. Therefore, this embodiment designs the diameter of the circle corresponding to the first arc edge 211 to be between 160mm and 240mm. Practical verification has shown that this design effectively scoops up and serves food. Specifically, if the diameter of the circle corresponding to the first arc edge 211 is too small, food will easily leak from both sides of the free end of the spatula 200, especially near the large opening of the pot. If the diameter of the circle corresponding to the first arc edge 211 is too large, the middle of the free end of the spatula 200 will not fit against the pot wall, easily causing food to leak from the middle of the free end of the spatula 200, especially near the bottom of the small-diameter pot. Therefore, designing the diameter of the circle corresponding to the first arc edge 211 to be between 160mm and 240mm can take into account both situations, making it convenient for the spatula to scoop up large amounts of food and suitable for most sizes of pots currently on the market.

[0041] Furthermore, in some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the ratio of the width W1 of the shovel head 200 to the width W2 occupied by the first arc edge 211 in the width direction of the shovel head 200 is between 1.58 and 2.37.

[0042] In these embodiments, considering the diameter range corresponding to the first arc edge 211, if the width of the first arc edge 211 is too small, the free end of the spatula head 200 will not be able to fully conform to the curve of the pot, easily causing food to be missed. If the width of the first arc edge 211 is too large, the two ends of the free end of the spatula head 200 will have insufficient margin, resulting in an excessively large curvature at that point, or even sharp edges, which is not conducive to scraping food residue on the side wall of the pot. In this embodiment, the ratio of the width of the spatula head 200 to the width of the first arc edge 211 in the width direction of the spatula head 200 is designed to be between 1.58 and 2.37, which can take into account both of the above situations and improve the applicability of the spatula.

[0043] Furthermore, in some embodiments, such as Figure 1As shown, the end edge of the spatula head 200 away from the handle 100 also includes a second arc-shaped edge 212, distributed on both sides of the first arc-shaped edge 211 and extending to both sides of the width direction of the spatula head 200. The curvature of the second arc-shaped edge 212 gradually increases from the end near the first arc-shaped edge 211 to the end away from the first arc-shaped edge 211. This design makes the free end of the spatula head 200 entirely arc-shaped with a smooth transition, making it convenient to rotate the spatula to make different positions of the free end of the spatula head 200 contact the bottom of the pot, thereby adjusting the spatula's scooping angle and providing convenience for the user.

[0044] Furthermore, the diameter corresponding to the second arc-shaped edge 212 can be between 40mm and 160mm. For example, 60mm, 80mm, or 100mm. The second arc-shaped edge will not be excessively curved, which can prevent the free end of the spatula 200 from having a sharp edge, nor will it be too flat, making it easier for the spatula 200 to match the pot wall.

[0045] Of course, in other embodiments, the end edge of the shovel head 200 away from the shovel handle 100 may also include an inclined second edge, such that the second edge is distributed on both sides of the first arc edge 211.

[0046] Furthermore, in some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the end of the shovel head 200 away from the handle 100 tapers inward in the width direction of the shovel head 200. This design allows the two ends of the free end of the shovel head 200 to be retracted, which can prevent the two ends of the free end of the shovel head 200 from scratching the side wall of the pot when the shovel head 200 scrapes food residue on the side wall of the pot.

[0047] Furthermore, in some embodiments, such as Figure 2 As shown, the upper surface of the shovel head 200 forms a concave receiving groove 230. When the top opening of the receiving groove 230 is horizontally upward, the lowest point of the shovel head 200 is taken as the reference point, the end of the shovel head 200 away from the shovel handle 100 is taken as the first end, and the end of the shovel head 200 close to the shovel handle 100 is taken as the second end. In the length direction of the shovel head 200, the ratio of the length L1 from the reference point to the first end to the length L2 from the reference point to the second end is between 1.6 and 6. In the vertical direction, the ratio of the height H1 from the reference point to the first end to the height H2 from the reference point to the second end is between 0.16 and 1.

[0048] In these embodiments, the spatula 200, designed with the aforementioned parameters, can better hold the ingredients while still satisfying the need for stir-frying. Furthermore, in Chinese cooking, consumers are accustomed to adding seasonings to the spatula 200 before they come into contact with the ingredients; the larger capacity of the receiving groove 230 can better accommodate the mixing of seasonings.

[0049] Specifically, if the ratio of the length L1 from the reference point to the first end to the length L2 from the reference point to the second end is too low, the lowest point of the receiving groove 230 will be too close to the free end of the spatula head 200, which is not conducive to stir-frying food, and the food may even be difficult to remove after entering the receiving groove 230. If the ratio of the length L1 from the reference point to the first end to the length L2 from the reference point to the second end is too high, the lowest point of the receiving groove 230 will be shifted backward, which is not conducive to holding food. If the ratio of the height H1 from the reference point to the first end to the height H2 from the reference point to the second end is too low, it is not conducive to holding soup, etc., and it is easy to leak. If the ratio of the height H1 from the reference point to the first end to the height H2 from the reference point to the second end is too high, it is not conducive to food entering the receiving groove 230, and a large angle of tilting the spatula is required to scoop up the food. Therefore, in this embodiment, the spatula head 200 is designed with the above-mentioned dimensions, which can take into account both stir-frying and holding food.

[0050] Additionally, it should be noted that in this application, the end of the shovel head 200 near the shovel handle 100 is designated as the second end, and the position of the second end is defined as the end of the receiving groove 230 near the shovel handle 100. This avoids the inability to clearly define the boundary points due to the curved transition of the bottom surface of the shovel head 200. Moreover, the connection between the shovel head 200 and the shovel handle 100 is typically integrally formed, so the portion of the shovel head 200 extending towards the shovel handle 100 is not considered part of the shovel head 200, but rather as part of the shovel handle. This facilitates accurate description of the boundaries of each dimension.

[0051] Furthermore, in some embodiments, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the shovel head 200 includes an integrally formed shovel body 210 and side flanges 220. The side flanges 220 are distributed at one end of the shovel body 210 near the shovel handle 100 and at both ends of the shovel body 210 in the width direction. The shovel body 210 and the side flanges 220 form a receiving groove 230. When the upper edges of the side flanges 220 on both sides of the shovel body 210 in the width direction are in a horizontal state, the top opening of the receiving groove 230 faces upward horizontally. The shovel head 200 has a simple structure and is easy to manufacture.

[0052] Furthermore, in some embodiments, such as Figure 2 As shown, the protrusion height of the guard 220 relative to the spatula body 210 gradually decreases from the end near the spatula handle 100 to the end away from the spatula handle 100. The guard 220 can be tilted as a whole, making it easier for the spatula to scoop up larger pieces of food.

[0053] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the retaining edge 220 extends obliquely outward from the edge of the spatula body 210, or the retaining edge 220 is an arc-shaped retaining edge. Compared to a vertically extending retaining edge 220, this is beneficial for increasing the capacity of the receiving groove 230. Moreover, the angle between the retaining edge 220 and the spatula body 210 can be widened, so that even if seasonings are sprinkled into this area, they can easily come into contact with the food.

[0054] Furthermore, in some embodiments, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the spatula head 200 is axially symmetrical in its width direction. A longitudinal section is taken through the central axis of the spatula head 200 in its width direction. In this longitudinal section, the end of the spatula body 210 near the handle 100 is arc-shaped, and it transitions to the guard edge 220 in an arc shape. This facilitates the scooping of food into the spatula and prevents food from getting stuck at the folded edge between the spatula body 210 and the guard edge 220.

[0055] Moreover, in this case, the edge 220 can be made into an arc-shaped edge, so that it is connected to the spatula body 210 by an edge with the same or almost the same curvature, thus ensuring the consistency of the overall structure of the spatula.

[0056] Furthermore, the end of the shovel body 210 near the shovel handle 100 can also be arc-shaped in the longitudinal section along the width direction of the shovel body 210, concave in the middle and curved upward at both ends, and symmetrically distributed along the width direction of the shovel body 210. Compared to a planar shovel body 210, the capacity of the spatula can be increased.

[0057] Furthermore, in some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the included angle ∠θ of the end flanges 220 located at both ends of the spatula body 210 in the width direction near the end of the spatula handle 100 is between 85° and 135°. This design allows the spatula to have a larger opening to face the food, making it easier for the food to enter the spatula.

[0058] As an example, the included angle ∠θ of the end flanges 220 located at both ends of the shovel body 210 in the width direction near the end of the shovel handle 100 is 110°, 115°, or 120°.

[0059] It should be noted that the flange 220 can also extend in an arc along the length of the spatula. Therefore, the tangent of the flange 220 is different at different positions near the end of the spatula handle 100, and the included angle between the two flanges 220 is also different. Here, it mainly refers to the included angle of the two flanges 220 in the area near the end of the spatula handle 100, which is between 85° and 135°.

[0060] Furthermore, in some embodiments, such as Figure 3 As shown, the angle ∠α between the shovel face 214 of the shovel head 200 and the central axis of the shovel handle 100 ranges from 135° to 150°.

[0061] In these embodiments, the wrist strain can be reduced by adjusting the angle of the spatula head 200. Furthermore, it accommodates various grip styles of the spatula handle 100 during cooking.

[0062] Specifically, if the angle ∠α between the spatula surface 214 and the spatula handle 100 is too large, the user needs to bend their wrist at a large angle to bring the spatula head 200 into contact with the bottom of the pot, which can easily lead to wrist pain and strain over time. If the angle ∠α between the spatula surface 214 and the spatula handle 100 is too small, the user needs to raise their arm and bend their wrist to flip the food. In this embodiment, the angle ∠α between the central axis of the spatula surface 214 and the spatula handle 100 is between 135° and 150°, which avoids the above problems.

[0063] It should be noted that the shovel surface 214 is the upper surface of the shovel body 210. Although the upper surface of the shovel body 210 may be curved, the upper surface of the shovel body 210 is still tilted at a set angle relative to the shovel handle 100. This set angle is the aforementioned included angle ∠α.

[0064] Furthermore, in some embodiments, such as Figure 4 As shown, the upper surface of the end of the shovel head 200 away from the shovel handle 100 is inclined downward to form a shovel blade 213, and the blade angle ∠β of the shovel blade 213 ranges from 20° to 35°.

[0065] In these embodiments, the shovel head 200 has a shovel blade 213, and the blade angle ∠β of the shovel blade 213 is between 20° and 35°, which makes it convenient to scoop up food and ensures the strength of the shovel blade 213, preventing the shovel blade 213 from being easily damaged.

[0066] Specifically, if the blade angle ∠β of the spatula 213 is too small, the spatula 213 will be too thin and easily damaged. If the blade angle ∠β of the spatula 213 is too large, the spatula 213 will be too thick and difficult to scoop up food. In this embodiment, the blade angle ∠β of the spatula 213 is between 20° and 35°, which avoids the above problems.

[0067] like Figure 4 The longitudinal section of the shovel blade can be wedge-shaped, and the included angle between its upper and lower surfaces is the aforementioned blade angle ∠β.

[0068] Furthermore, in some embodiments, such as Figure 4 As shown, the shovel head 200 is axially symmetrical in its width direction. A longitudinal section is taken through the central axis in the width direction of the shovel head 200. In the longitudinal section, the lower surface of the shovel head 200 includes a straight segment and a curved segment located at the end of the straight segment near the shovel handle 100 and curving upward. In the longitudinal section, the ratio of the length L3 of the straight segment to the length L4 of the shovel head 200 is between 0.3 and 0.6.

[0069] In these embodiments, such as Figure 4As shown, corresponding to the aforementioned straight line segment, the end of the spatula body 210 of the spatula head 200 away from the handle 100 has a flat area. When the flat area at the bottom of the spatula head 200 is not long enough, the food is prone to slipping or breaking during the flipping process. Conversely, when the flat area at the bottom of the spatula head 200 is too long, the spatula's capacity is reduced, making it suitable only for some frying cooking activities. Therefore, in this embodiment, the ratio of the length L3 of the flat area to the length L4 of the spatula head 200 is between 0.3 and 0.6. The flat area at the bottom of the spatula head 200 allows the spatula to be pushed further into the bottom of the food, satisfying the basic function of stir-frying while also providing better flipping functionality for frying food.

[0070] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the spatula is a silicone spatula. Compared to traditional metal spatulas, it is less likely to damage the cookware.

[0071] The spatula of a specific embodiment of this utility model is described in detail below. Specific Implementation Example 1: like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the spatula includes a handle 100 and a head 200. The width W1 of the head 200 is 95 mm. The end edge of the head 200 away from the handle 100 includes a first arcuate edge 211 located in the middle. The width W2 of the first arcuate edge 211 in the width direction of the head 200 is 52 mm. The diameter of the circle corresponding to the first arcuate edge 211 is 180 mm.

[0073] The upper surface of the shovel head 200 forms a concave receiving groove 230. When the top opening of the receiving groove 230 is horizontally upward, the lowest point of the shovel head 200 is taken as the reference point, the end of the shovel head 200 away from the shovel handle 100 is taken as the first end, and the end of the shovel head 200 close to the shovel handle 100 is taken as the second end. In the length direction of the shovel head 200, the length L1 from the reference point to the first end is 81mm, and the length L2 from the reference point to the second end is 24mm. In the vertical direction, the height H1 from the reference point to the first end is 18mm, and the height H2 from the reference point to the second end is 21mm.

[0074] The included angle ∠α between the shovel face 214 of the shovel head 200 and the central axis of the shovel handle 100 is 143.8°.

[0075] The upper surface of the end of the shovel head 200 away from the shovel handle 100 is inclined downward to form a shovel blade 213, and the cutting angle ∠β of the shovel blade 213 is 28°.

[0076] The shovel head 200 is axially symmetrical in its width direction. A longitudinal section is made through the central axis in the width direction of the shovel head 200. In the longitudinal section, the lower surface of the shovel head 200 includes a straight segment and a curved segment located near the end of the straight segment close to the shovel handle 100 and curving upward. In the longitudinal section, the length L3 of the straight segment is 40mm, and the length L4 of the shovel head 200 is 100mm.

[0077] The capacity of container 230 is 38ml. Specific Implementation Example 2: Compared with the above-described specific embodiment one, it may have at least one of the following differences: 1) The width W2 occupied by the first arc edge 211 in the width direction of the shovel head 200 can be between 40mm and 60mm, and not 52mm, such as 45mm or 55mm, etc. 2) The length L1 from the reference point to the first end can be between 65mm and 90mm, and not 81mm, for example 70mm, 78mm, 85mm, etc.; the length L2 from the reference point to the second end can be between 15mm and 40mm, and not 24mm, for example 20mm, 28mm, or 36mm, etc.; the height H1 from the reference point to the first end can be between 13mm and 21mm, and not 18mm, for example 14mm, 16mm, or 20mm, etc. 3) The included angle ∠α between the shovel face 214 of the shovel head 200 and the central axis of the shovel handle 100 can also be 148°, 158°, etc.; 4) The cutting angle ∠β of the shovel blade 213 can also be 22°, 25°, 30° or 33°, etc.; 5) The length L3 of the straight segment can be between 30mm and 60mm, but not 40mm.

[0079] Due to different design parameters, the capacity of the corresponding receiving slot 230 will also change.

[0080] While the embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to the embodiments of the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope thereof. It should be understood that, to those skilled in the art, these modifications and variations will still fall within the spirit and scope of the embodiments of the present invention as defined in the claims.

Claims

1. A spatula, characterized in that, The spatula includes: Shovel handle (100); The shovel head (200) is disposed at one end of the shovel handle (100). The end edge of the shovel head (200) away from the shovel handle (100) includes a first arc edge (211) located in the middle. The diameter of the circle corresponding to the first arc edge (211) is between 160 mm and 240 mm.

2. The spatula according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ratio of the width of the shovel head (200) to the width of the first arc edge (211) in the width direction of the shovel head (200) is between 1.58 and 2.

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3. The spatula according to claim 1, characterized in that, The end edge of the shovel head (200) away from the shovel handle (100) also includes a second arc-shaped edge (212), distributed on both sides of the first arc-shaped edge (211) and extending to both sides of the width direction of the shovel head (200). The curvature of the second arc-shaped edge (212) gradually increases from the end near the first arc-shaped edge (211) to the end away from the first arc-shaped edge (211), and / or the diameter corresponding to the second arc-shaped edge is between 40 mm and 160 mm; and / or The end of the shovel head (200) away from the shovel handle (100) tapers inward in the width direction of the shovel head (200).

4. The spatula according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The upper surface of the shovel head (200) forms a concave receiving groove (230). When the top opening of the receiving groove (230) is horizontally upward, the lowest point of the shovel head (200) is taken as the reference point, the end of the shovel head (200) away from the shovel handle (100) is taken as the first end, and the end of the shovel head (200) close to the shovel handle (100) is taken as the second end. In the length direction of the shovel head (200), the ratio of the length from the reference point to the first end to the length from the reference point to the second end is between 1.6 and 6. In the vertical direction, the ratio of the height from the reference point to the first end to the height from the reference point to the second end is between 0.16 and 1.

5. The spatula according to claim 4, characterized in that, The shovel head (200) includes an integrally formed shovel body (210) and a retaining edge (220). The retaining edge (220) is distributed at one end of the shovel body (210) near the shovel handle (100) and at both ends of the shovel body (210) in the width direction. The shovel body (210) and the retaining edge (220) form the receiving groove (230). When the upper edges of the retaining edge (220) on both sides of the shovel body (210) in the width direction are in a horizontal state, the top opening of the receiving groove (230) faces upward horizontally.

6. The spatula according to claim 5, characterized in that, The protrusion height of the retaining edge (220) relative to the shovel body (210) gradually decreases from its end near the shovel handle (100) to its end away from the shovel handle (100); and / or The retaining edge (220) extends obliquely outward from the edge of the shovel body (210), or the retaining edge (220) is an arc-shaped retaining edge (220); and / or The shovel head (200) is axially symmetrical in its width direction. A longitudinal section is taken through the central axis of the shovel head (200) in its width direction. In this longitudinal section, the end of the shovel body (210) near the shovel handle (100) is arc-shaped, and it transitions arc-shaped with the flange (220); and / or The included angle of the flanges (220) located at both ends of the shovel body (210) in the width direction is between 85° and 135° at the end near the shovel handle (100).

7. The spatula according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The included angle between the shovel face (214) of the shovel head (200) and the central axis of the shovel handle (100) is between 135° and 150°.

8. The spatula according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The upper surface of the end of the shovel head (200) away from the shovel handle (100) is inclined downward to form a shovel blade (213), and the blade angle of the shovel blade (213) is between 20° and 35°.

9. The spatula according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The shovel head (200) is axially symmetrical in its width direction. A longitudinal section is taken through the central axis in the width direction of the shovel head (200). In the longitudinal section, the lower surface of the shovel head (200) includes a straight segment and a curved segment located near the end of the straight segment close to the handle (100) and curving upward. In the longitudinal section, the ratio of the length of the straight segment to the length of the shovel head (200) is between 0.3 and 0.

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10. The spatula according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The spatula is a silicone spatula.

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