Lid for kitchen appliance with manually operated rope device
Patent Information
- Application Number
- DE602019074831
- Authority / Receiving Office
- DE · DE
- Patent Type
- Patents
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2018-12-04
- Filing Date
- 2019-12-03
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-27
- Estimated Expiration
- 2039-12-03
AI Technical Summary
Existing manually operated rope drive mechanisms for kitchen appliances, such as salad spinners and blenders, have complex assembly processes that cannot be automated, requiring manual tensioning of return springs and assembly integration with the appliance lid, limiting adaptability and ease of replacement.
A self-contained rope drive device that can be manufactured independently of the appliance cover, with pre-tensioned return springs and integrated wire guides, allowing for easier assembly and adaptability to various cover geometries, and enabling detachment for replacement or cleaning without losing tension.
Simplifies the assembly process, enhances industrial autonomy, and allows for easy replacement or cleaning of the drive mechanism, ensuring consistent performance and ease of use across different appliance designs.