Cooking device with oblique handle function shaft

JP2024157518A5Active Publication Date: 2024-12-10冈野 戸仁子
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Application Number
JP2024018998
Authority / Receiving Office
JP · JP
Patent Type
Applications
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Priority Date
2023-04-25
Filing Date
2024-01-24
Publication Date
2024-12-10
Estimated Expiration
2044-01-24

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Technical Problem

Traditional cooking utensils, such as chopsticks and spatulas, are inefficient for simultaneously stirring and scooping foods like fried noodles, requiring both hands and causing strain, and are difficult to use with one device.

Method used

A scooping tool with a diagonal handle function axis that allows for a single utensil to stir and scoop, reducing arm strain and enabling easier handling by intersecting the handle and main action part at an angle other than a right angle.

Benefits of technology

Enables efficient stirring and scooping with one device, reducing arm strain and improving ease of use, especially for young children, and allowing safer handling of foods like udon noodles and cakes.

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Abstract

To provide a scoop with an oblique handle function shaft, which has two functions by one device facilitating mixing and scooping chow mein, and the like on a griddle.SOLUTION: A cooking device is provided with an iron plate and the like which has back-to-back wide two places and thick and narrow two places and provided with a flat plate body which is comparatively heat resistant and hard with no holes. The flat plate body is provided with a connection part and an outline part as necessary, and the cooking device has a handle part by extending a part of the flat plate body or by connecting, covering, etc., of a separate material. A line connecting the lowest end positions in the wide direction and front-back direction of the flat plate, or a line connecting the lowest end positions in an irregular state shows one straight line direction and has no sharpness. A handle function shaft which makes the low end position showing the one straight line a main action part and which, on the main action part or on the extending direction thereof, functionally and internally engages with the handle part in use to succeed to the handle function, intersects at the main action part other than a right angle as the characteristic.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1
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Description

[Technical field]

[0001] To relate to a scooping tool with a handle and an oblique functional shaft that can be used to stir or scoop up fried noodles, spaghetti, etc. on a hot plate. [Background technology]

[0002] Traditionally, at home, chopsticks were used for stirring and a spatula without a notch at the tip was used for scooping. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] ○Diagonal pick-up section → 0 items ○Search for comb-like teeth → 16 results JP 56-152685 / Feed control mechanism for sewing machine ○Search for oblique teeth → 38 results Patent Publication 2011-031450 / Half nut for mold clamping device Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] This caused the following problems: a) When handling from two directions, both arms had to be used directly to the side to handle the instrument. b) When stirring the yakisoba noodles on the hot plate, it was difficult to hold the noodles using chopsticks and to apply pressure. C) When stirring the yakisoba, it was difficult to insert the spatula into the noodles. d) It was difficult to stir and scoop using one tool. e) Every time I made scrambled eggs, I would grab a few disposable chopsticks and make it. F) I had no choice but to use chopsticks for stir-frying at home. G) It was difficult to slide, so I had to push it through.

[0005] The invention includes iron plates having two wide surfaces facing back to back and two narrow surfaces on the thickness side, as well as a relatively heat-resistant, hard, and hole-free flat plate, the flat plate being provided with connecting parts or outer shells as necessary, and having a handle by extending a part of the flat plate or connecting or covering it with a different material, the line connecting the lowest end positions in the front and rear directions in the wide side direction of the flat plate, or the line connecting the lowest end positions in the uneven shape, showing a straight line direction and being not sharp, the lower end point showing the straight line direction being the main working part, and the handle function axis that is generated on the main working part or in the extension direction of the main working part and that functionally and internally interacts with the handle part during use and takes over the handle function intersects with the main working part at an angle other than a right angle, and the handle function axis that takes over the handle function intersects with the main working part at an angle other than a right angle. Effects of the invention

[0006] Stirring and scooping can now be done with one tool. -It is now easier to scoop up yakisoba without having to spread your arms out to the sides. - Linear ingredients are now easier to stir and scoop. -It is now easier to move it forwards and backwards and vertically. -It is now easier for small children to pick up udon and other noodles without being dangerous. The handle is diagonally located towards the front, making it easier to move. -Ingredients can now be easily separated by sliding them vertically instead of pushing them through. A cooking utensil that can replace chopsticks has been created. A stirrer for frying pans, such as for scrambling eggs, has been made. - It is now easier to cut and stab cakes, and it is no longer dangerous even if the tip is pointed towards the mouth. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0007] [Figure 1] FIG. [Diagram 2] Front and end views. [Diagram 3] The shape of the handle and the handle functional axis. [Figure 4] FIG. 1 is a diagram of a radial type. [Diagram 5] This is a front view and an explanation of how to use it. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS EXAMPLES

[0008] First, a brief explanation will be given. This application is mainly composed of two parts: a single hard flat body (2) and a handle (3). The handle will be explained as a general term for the handle category and grip category. The handle may be a stick-like type that protrudes from the flat body, a handle type, or a pseudo-cylinder type that wraps around the upper part of the rod body (13). Details of the handle will be explained in Figures 3 and 4. The dashed lines and circles in the illustrations are auxiliary lines for explanation. The line connecting both ends of the wide side of the lower end of the flat plate is made approximately straight, and this straight portion is designated as the main working portion (1). The bottom end position, which is the main action part, is shaped so that it can be fitted to a horizontal surface or steel plate surface (6), and this is the original straight line portion, and the surrounding area is transformed into an inverted convex parallel line, or into a rod parallel line with a groove (12) in between. In either case, the main action part indicates a straight line direction with respect to the surface to be used, using a straight line, dotted line, or dashed line. In the following explanation, dashed line will be included in the dotted line. The objects to be used are iron plates, frying pans, woks, etc., and the material must be capable of sliding on the top surface of these objects. In the case of materials other than iron plates that are relatively resistant to heat, the method will be explained in Figure 4c.

[0009] The presence of the handle functional axis (4) for moving the main operating part (1) is clearly indicated. As for the function of the handle functional shaft, since it is made of a hard material overall, the flat plate (2) receives the vibrations from the handle (3) and transmits them to the main working part. The hand that grasps the handle is also grasping the handle functional shaft, or the handle functional shaft only functions when the user holds the handle, and its existence is functional only when the handle is in use. The handle functional shaft is present when the handle is held, but when the handle is not visible or is disconnected, the handle takes over the vibrations from the arm and transmits them to the main working part, where they act, and its presence can be confirmed. When the working part has a groove (12) between the inverted convex bodies (8), it is made up of a rod (13), stick body, or wire body. In the following, we will explain these as a rod body. The shape of the rod body can be cylindrical, prismatic, flat, tubular, double wire, or a mix of these, and the shape is determined according to the purpose of use. The same goes for the thickness and width of the groove. The width of the groove can be narrow, similar to that of a piano key, or it can be illustrated as only a diagonal line.

[0010] The differences between conventional spatulas and the present application are explained using Figure 1. The shape of the flat body (2) is roughly mountain-shaped, and the handle (3) will first be explained using a stick-shaped model. If the position of the handle functional axis (4) is easy to estimate, it is shown with a single dashed line, and if it is difficult to determine, it is shown with a double dashed line around that area on the flat body. The shape of the bottom end of the spatula of the present application is not sharp, just like the conventional type. Figure 1 shows a front view of a conventional spatula with symmetrical left and right placement, with a handle at the point where the flat plate is vertically bisected and a handle functional axis continuing the handle. The intersection angle (5) between the handle and the handle functional axis is the same right angle on both sides of the working part (1). This shape makes it visually difficult to move either forward or backward (left and right on the drawing). The area within the frame in b is the case of Form 1 of the present application, and is a front view showing the handle and the handle functional axis inclined toward the main working part and the horizontal or steel plate surface (6). The handle is inclined either forward or backward, but for the sake of explanation, the obtuse angle side (31) of the intersection angle between the main working part and the handle and the handle functional axis is taken as the front side (left side in the drawing). The shape of the flat plate is a mountain shape similar to that of the previous figure a, but the mountain shape of the flat plate changes depending on the inclination of the handle. The handle and the handle functional axis of the present application intersect on the main working part at an inclination of about 120 degrees on the front side toward the position that divides the main working part in half. In this case, as shown by the arrow ⇔, it is visually easier to move back and forth than in the previous figure a. The risk is halved if the protruding main working part has a shape that is not sharp on the front side. Explain how to use it. The main conventional way of using a is to place two similar spatulas symmetrically at the position of the main action part to scoop up the object between them, but in this case, since the directions of the two handles are directly opposite each other, it is handled with the arm at the side, which puts strain on the arm. In the case of b, the main working parts can be placed facing each other from the front side, so there is no strain on the arms and the work can be done smoothly. This leads to the following. The case where the two of the present application are used will be explained in Figure 5c.

[0011] Figure 2 shows form 2, in which the recesses are continuous in the main working part (1), and the dotted line at the bottom end of the inverted convex body (8) indicates a straight line direction. Even when the flat body has a long cutout such as a groove (12), it is called a flat body. In this example, the flat plate (2) and stick-shaped handle (3) are fastened together with fasteners (7). If the flat plate and handle are made of different materials, they can be joined together with fasteners, but if they are not, a cover (28 in Fig. 5b) can be provided on the handle to protect it from heat. The width, thickness, inclination, and position of the handle can be selected. Fasteners can be used to fasten them together regardless of the material. The inverse convex body in a is a wavy line with no particular change in the shape of the inlet and outlet of the wave. The inverse convex body of b is a dotted line in the shape of a check mark, which bounces downward at an angle of 90 degrees (9). Not only the inclination of the handle and the handle functional axis (4), but also the sawtooth shape of the arrow in the figure TIFF2024157518000002.tif11170Ingredients include yakisoba (11), etc. Fig. 3c is a side view of Fig. 3a and Fig. 3b, with the cross-sectional lines omitted. The handle has a bend (19) at the top of the handle, with an angle of less than 90 degrees. The bent part prevents the handle from getting hot, and creates a space between the handle and the iron plate, making it easier to hold. This bent part also serves as a hook when hanging. Even if a bent part is provided, it does not affect the intersection angle (5) between the main working part, the handle, and the handle's functional axis, and does not prevent tilting to the left or right. Arrange it so that it is on the same plane as much as possible. Even when a cover such as wood is provided, the handle is basically on the same plane as the flat plate. Even if the main working part has a slight bounce (33) on one wide side within a right angle, it does not affect the intersection angle (5), making it easier to lift ingredients.

[0012] We will explain how to use it, etc. The amplitude of the flat body (2) to the left and right from the point where the main operating part (1) contacts the iron plate is nearly 180 degrees, and it can be freely tilted together with the handle part (3) and the handle part functional axis. The main part is raised and pushed forward or pulled backward to cut or mix the yakisoba (11). When scooping, the whole is laid flat and the main part is inserted under the yakisoba and lifted up. When cutting, the main part with a dotted line is easier to hook. These advantages are related to the following.

[0013] FIG. 3 shows the third embodiment having a rod body (13) and a groove (12), in which the inverted convex body (8) of the second embodiment is elongated and a groove is provided therebetween. In addition to the stick-shaped handles explained so far, there are handle types, knob types, pseudo-cylinder types that cover a rod body, hemispherical types, etc. The handle and the handle functional axis may point in the same direction relative to this action part (1), and may form a T-shaped intersection with the rod body. The rods are arranged in a diagonal line relative to the main action part, which is a dotted line that indicates a straight line direction created by the rods themselves. There are three ways to arrange the rods diagonally. First, rods of the same length are arranged diagonally to the main working part (a, b). Next, rods of different lengths are arranged in order of length (c). The third way is to arrange them radially (Figure 4). In either case, the direction of the handle functional axis (4) intersects the main action part at an angle on the dotted line drawn by the tip of the rod. Because the handle functional axis is difficult to embody, the handle functional axis location is illustrated by double dashed lines as shown in the figure b and c. If a hemispherical or other protrusion (34) is provided on the top of the handle (3) (Figure 4b), it will be easier to use as it can be pushed and gripped. The surface of the handle can also be provided with small projections and recesses to make it easier to hold and less slippery.

[0014] Next, various handle (3) shapes, etc. are shown. The effective angle of the handle is 120 degrees as shown in Figure 1, and the position is roughly halfway to the main action part, but depending on how it is grasped with the arm and how it is moved, an angle that is easy to apply force to is searched for and created along with the shape of the flat body (2), etc. The shape may change depending on the inclination or curve for decorative purposes, ease of use, or balance. In form a, the flat plate of form 3-1 is similar to the mountain shape in Fig. 1 and Fig. 2 above. A stick-shaped handle is provided on the horizontal or steel plate surface (6) in a balanced position in the same direction as the rod (13), so that it overlaps with the handle functional axis (4). Here, the handle functional axis is joined in position to the wider rod. It is easier to apply force if you make it so that the handle functional axis is concentrated on one rod in the middle, as in this figure. In order to make the whole product uniform, an outer shell (14) and connecting parts (15) are provided as appropriate, but when these are used together with the handle as part of the rod body, they shall extend to the same lower end position as the rod body, and the handle and connecting parts, together with the outer shell, shall never be located lower than the position of the main working part (1). b is the form 3-2, which has a built-in handle with two knobs for ease of use. The joint may be a hole (16). This working portion intersects with the handle portion functional axis direction at an angle other than right angle. If the rear rod body (17) and the protruding shape of the rear part get in the way when using it, store the rear rod body at about a right angle to the main working part as shown in the figure. You can place this part on the hot plate, hold it, and drop ingredients from the surface of the main body. Since the handle is used by gripping it, it is best to have a thickness that fits easily in the palm of your hand. If the groove is widened and there is a place where you can insert your finger into the groove, it will be easier to grip and fix. Form c, 3-3, consists of only the handle and rod (13) portion, or the rod portion and connecting portion (15) are sandwiched inside the pseudo-cylindrical handle. There are several rods, but the optimum number and size are selected according to the thickness, length, etc., of the object to be used. When the space between the rods is shown enlarged, the front side of the rear rod intersects with the handle at a right angle, and the rod gradually becomes shorter toward the rear rod. A parallel line (35) is drawn at the bottom end of the pseudo-cylindrical handle to clearly show the difference in the length of the rods. To summarize the shape, in type a, there is an outer shell (14) and a connecting portion (15), and there are four clear distinctions between the handle and the rod body, but in cases like type b, it is difficult to distinguish between the handle, outer shell, and connecting portion. There are also handles with lumps or holes (16) in the connecting portion. There are also handles where the internal state is not visible or clear, and these non-diagonal cases will be described as being parallel to the main working part. Even in this parallel case, the function of the handle is passed on to the main working part via the handle functional axis that runs through the flat body.

[0015] Provide additional information on usage and other matters. In this case, since the lower end of the flat plate (2) has a groove, the main working part (1) can be inserted up to the iron plate surface (6), making it easier to catch fried noodles and the like. Also, if it is required for this action part to scrape as in c, by providing a jagged or angular part (18) on the lower end near the inside of the foremost rod body (20) at the very front, it will be possible to provide a scraping function while avoiding danger in the front. If the handle is made in a pseudo-cylindrical shape and the rod is inserted between them, the rod part is independent, so it can be replaced with a different material. Also, since each rod is independent, it is possible to insert a rod of a unique shape. In this case, it is easier to make the handle perpendicular to the rod (25).

[0016] FIG. 4 shows a fourth embodiment of a one-sided radial type, in which the lengths and intervals of the rod bodies (13) are different. Taking the fan (22) as an example in a, we will explain the shape in which the rods are arranged radially. It is shaped like two parts of the fan frame have been taken out, and the wider side of the two cut lines (23) becomes the main working part (1) which shows the dotted lines, and the narrower side becomes the side that will be gathered together as the handle part (3). b is an example where four rods are taken out of part a and a hemispherical handle is provided, with the grooves at the front being wider and gradually narrower at the rear. In other words, the width of the linear groove (12) in the main action part varies. a > ro > ha. This is also an example where the front rod (20) is wider and its lower end is curved for a safe shape, and the rear rod (17) and the base of the handle on the inside of the rear part intersect with the handle at a right angle (25) or at an acute angle within that. In c, two types of shapes are shown in one figure. This is an enlarged view of only three of the front rods, and shows an example of adding a second rod. The rods are shaped so that they flow and bend to one side as a whole. The broken line shows the case where the second rod is shortened to the rear and a bump (21) is installed. The bump may be installed on another rod. It can also be inserted into boiling water, which has the advantage of making it easier to catch udon noodles as an eating utensil and preventing them from falling out. It is best to place the longer end of the rod underneath to catch them. It can also be used to cut cake and insert it into the pot. It can also be used to cut spaghetti and other foods. Another way to use it is to hold two or three pieces and rotate them on a hot plate to fry dishes such as scrambled eggs. If the handle is made as shown in Fig. 2c above, it will be easier to hold the bent part (19) and remove a large amount of udon from boiling water because the rods are arranged at an angle.

[0017] FIG. 5 will now be explained. In the example shown in FIG. 1, the handle (3) is two-humped and, to avoid danger, the front rod (20) is connected to the second rod (24) to form a loop-shaped (26) curved surface, with a pointed portion (27) provided on the outside of the loop. b is an example where the second rod (24) is shortened and a cover (28) is provided on the handle, and the rear parts from the third rod (30) onwards are lined up at the same length. In this way, the front rod can be effectively protected from danger, while the other rods can maintain their original functions. If the entire flat plate is wrapped with an outer shell (14) made of a flexible material, it becomes possible to prevent danger at the front rod position. c shows how to use it. The main bodies (29) are used facing each other in symmetrical positions. By combining a mold with a rod body and one without, an overlapping area (32) can be created as shown by the circle in the figure, providing a stable platform for placing yakisoba. One side can be inserted into the iron plate surface (6) to stir, and the main body, which has no recesses, can be used to scoop and catch the food. Of course, both can also be used with grooves (12). The tips of the front three rods can be curved lines (36).

[0018] Add information about structure, usage, etc. Regarding heat resistance, the material is mainly iron plate, but it is difficult to determine the material depending on the thickness of the material, the pot being used, the cooking time, and the food being cooked. To allow the user to freely change the angle, an angle adjustment point may be provided at the fastener (7) of the handle (3), for example, by providing a protrusion on the main body as a stopper against the fastener. do. By moving the main working part (1) back and forth against the steel plate surface, the object can be cut off. When scraping, the rear rod body (17) and the rear side can also be used with the front side. Generally, the tip of the rod should not be angular, but the shape should be selected depending on the material and use. [Explanation of symbols]

[0019] 1 Main action part 2 Flat plate body 3 Handle part 4 Handle functional axis 5 Intersection angle 6 Water surface or steel plate surface 7 Fastener 8 Reverse convex body 9 90 degrees 10 Back 11 Fried noodles 12 Groove 13 Rod body 14 Outer shell 15 Joint 16 lump or hole 17 rear rod 18 corner 19 Bending point 20 Front rod 21 Bocchi 22 Fan 23 Cut line 24 Second stick 25 Orthogonal 26 Ring-shaped 27 Pointed 28 Covers 29 Main body 30 Third rod 31 Obtuse angle side 32 Overlap point 33 Jump point 34 protrusions 35 parallel lines 36 curved lines

Claims

1. A cooking utensil having an inclined handle functional axis, comprising an iron plate or a flat plate body that is relatively heat resistant and has no hard holes, said flat plate body being provided with connecting parts and outer shell parts as necessary, said flat plate body having a lowermost end that is a straight line that is not sharp, or a straight line connecting the lowermost end positions of the uneven shape, or a straight line that is a mixture of dotted, dashed and straight lines in the uneven shape, or if the flat plate body has thickness, a line at the lowermost end position that is generated on one side by cutting away one side, said straight line said lowermost end positions being the main working part, and a handle part is provided on the opposite side of the main working part by extending part of the flat plate body or connecting or covering it with a different material, and said handle part functional axis that is generated in interaction with the handle part and is generated as the handle part function is transmitted during operation is functionally built-in with the handle part and intersects with the line direction of the main working part at an angle other than right angles.

2. A cooking utensil having an inclined handle functional axis as described in claim 1, characterized in that when a plurality of grooves are provided toward the inside of the flat plate to produce a plurality of rods, the main working part has dotted or dashed lines in a straight direction on the surface having the grooves provided in the row of rods, the handle functional axis intersects with the main working part or with a straight line in the extension direction of the main working part at a direction other than perpendicular to the main working part direction, and the flat plate and the handle are on the same plane or are slightly inclined or curved relative to each other and intersect at a direction other than perpendicular.

3. A cooking utensil with an inclined handle functional axis as described in claims 1 and 2, characterized in that the intersection angle between the linear direction of this operating part and the handle functional axis is approximately 90 degrees when the obtuse angle side is at the front and just before it touches the front plane of the flat body, and if it is curved, the front rod of the convex body at the front position is bent and wrapped around the next adjacent rod if it has a groove, or is connected to the second rod, or the second rod is made shorter, or a bump is provided on the lower end side of the front rod, etc., so that the front side of the flat body protruding due to the oblique arrangement is deformed to avoid danger.