Ladle for removing oil

Abstract

Disclosed is a ladle for removing oil, comprising: a body unit formed as a container with an opened upper portion and having an outlet formed on the bottom surface, the outlet having the shape of a funnel lying upside down; a Pythagorean cup cap inserted into an inlet through an opened portion and separating, by means of a siphoning effect, oil and water contained in a fluid to remove the separated oil; and a handle connected to a portion of the body unit to be gripped by a user.

Description

grease remover ladle

[0001] The present invention relates to a ladle, and more specifically, to an oil removal ladle for removing only the oil floating on the surface of food mixed with oil and broth, or for removing only the oil floating on the surface of seawater in the event of a sea oil spill.

[0002] To make broth, bones, meat, etc. are placed in a heating vessel such as a pot or pan, an appropriate amount of water is poured in, and the mixture is heated for a long time. During this process, a large amount of oil is produced from the bones and meat, and since consuming large amounts of this oil is harmful to the body, the oil is skimmed off using a ladle.

[0003] However, using a ladle transports the oil and broth together, wasting the broth, and requires repeating the process multiple times, which takes a lot of time.

[0004] In particular, restaurants that produce large quantities of broth urgently need to devise measures to remove oil in a short period of time.

[0005] The problem that the present invention aims to solve is to provide an oil removal ladle that removes only the oil floating on the surface using the principle of a siphon in situations involving food containing a mixture of oil and broth or a marine oil spill.

[0006] To solve the above problem, the ladle according to the present invention comprises a body portion formed as a container with an open top and having an inverted funnel-shaped opening formed on the bottom surface, a cap inserted into the opening through the open portion and supporting the removal of the separated oil by separating oil and water contained in a fluid through the principle of a siphon, and a handle connected to a part of the body portion for a user to grip.

[0007] In addition, the above-mentioned body part is characterized by the diameter of the tube of the entrance / exit becoming smaller towards the top.

[0008] In addition, the body portion is characterized in that the position relative to the end of the tube of the entrance is higher than the middle of the container and lower than the open upper surface.

[0009] In addition, the cap of the above-described Gyeyeongbae is formed in an inverted funnel shape that engages with the entrance / exit port, is inserted into the entrance / exit port when a certain amount of water is filled in the body portion, and is characterized by comprising a main body that is spaced apart from the main body portion by a predetermined distance to form a flow path for the water to flow through, and a pressure regulating member that is coupled to the end of the cap tube of the main body to control the internal pressure generated in the flow path.

[0010] In addition, the main body is characterized by having a cap support formed therein, which is recessed to a predetermined depth at each pre-set interval at the cap opening to maintain a constant spacing with the body portion.

[0011] In addition, the main body is characterized in that the cap tube is mounted longer than the tube of the entrance.

[0012] In addition, the pressure regulating member is characterized by including any one of a rubber stopper, a one-touch stopper, and a pressure valve.

[0013] In addition, the body portion is characterized by being lifted when the fluid containing the mixture of oil and water is contained within while the cap of the Gyeyeongbae is attached, so that only the water is discharged through the flow path to the inlet / outlet, and only the oil remains on the bottom surface.

[0014] In addition, it is characterized by further including a cover filter that is coupled to the open upper part of the body portion to secure the Gyeyeongbae cap, and has a plurality of discharge holes formed therein to support the discharge of the separated oil to the outside while the Gyeyeongbae cap is secured.

[0015] According to an embodiment of the present invention, only the oil floating on the surface can be quickly and accurately removed in situations involving food containing a mixture of oil and broth or a sea oil spill.

[0016] At this time, by utilizing the principle of a siphon, the oil and broth can be naturally separated by gravity without tilting the ladle.

[0017] FIG. 1 is a perspective view for explaining a ladle according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0018] FIG. 2 is an exploded view illustrating each component of a ladle according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0019] FIG. 3 is a drawing for explaining a cap for a cup according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] FIG. 4 is a drawing for explaining a cap for a cup according to a second embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] FIG. 5 is a cross-sectional view illustrating the structure of the body and the cap of the Gyeyeongbae according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] FIG. 6 is a drawing for explaining a cover filter according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] FIGS. 7, FIGS. 8, FIGS. 9 and FIGS. 10 are drawings illustrating the process of separating oil and broth using a ladle according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] Embodiments of the present invention are described below with reference to the attached drawings so that those skilled in the art can easily implement them. However, the present invention may be embodied in various different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. Furthermore, in order to clearly explain the present invention in the drawings, parts unrelated to the explanation have been omitted, and similar parts throughout the specification are denoted by similar reference numerals.

[0025] In this specification and drawings (hereinafter referred to as the 'this specification'), redundant descriptions of identical components are omitted.

[0026] Furthermore, when a component is described in this specification as being 'connected' or 'connected' to another component, it should be understood that it may be directly connected to or connected to the other component, or that there may be other components in between. On the other hand, when a component is described in this specification as being 'directly connected' or 'directly connected' to another component, it should be understood that there are no other components in between.

[0027] Furthermore, the terms used in this specification are used merely to describe specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the invention.

[0028] Additionally, in this specification, singular expressions may include plural expressions unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0029] Furthermore, in this specification, terms such as 'comprising' or 'having' are intended merely to indicate the existence of the features, numbers, steps, actions, components, parts, or combinations thereof described in the specification, and should be understood as not excluding in advance the existence or addition of one or more other features, numbers, steps, actions, components, parts, or combinations thereof.

[0030] Additionally, in this specification, the term "and / or" includes a combination of the plurality of described items or any of the plurality of described items. In this specification, "A or B" may include "A," "B," or "both A and B."

[0031] In addition, detailed descriptions of known functions and configurations that may obscure the essence of the invention will be omitted in this specification.

[0032]

[0033] FIG. 1 is a perspective view for explaining a ladle according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 2 is an exploded view for explaining each component of a ladle according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 3 is a drawing for explaining a cap for a drinking cup according to a first embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 4 is a drawing for explaining a cap for a drinking cup according to a second embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 5 is a cross-sectional view for explaining the structure of a body part and a cap for a drinking cup according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 6 is a drawing for explaining a cover filter according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0034] In addition, FIG. 3(a) is a drawing showing the valve in an open state when the pressure regulating member is a one-touch valve, and FIG. 3(b) is a drawing showing the valve in a closed state when the pressure regulating member is a one-touch valve. FIG. 4(a) is a drawing showing the valve in an open state when the pressure regulating member is a safety valve, and FIG. 4(b) is a drawing showing the valve in a closed state when the pressure regulating member is a safety valve. FIG. 6(a) is a drawing showing the cover filter attached to a ladle, and FIG. 6(b) is a plan view of the cover filter.

[0035] Referring to FIGS. 1 to 6, the ladle (100) removes only the oil floating on the surface using the principle of a siphon in the case of food mixed with oil and broth or a sea oil spill. Here, a siphon refers to the phenomenon in which liquid is sucked out when a pipe filled with liquid is designed to move liquid from a high place to a low place using gravity. The ladle (100) includes a body (10), a cap (30), and a handle (50), and may further include a cover filter (70).

[0036] The following description explains the composition of the present invention based on the content regarding food containing a mixture of oil and broth, and this description is equally applicable to situations involving marine oil spills. Accordingly, in the following description, food can be replaced with a fluid, and oil and broth can be replaced with oil and water, respectively. Here, the fluid replacing the food may refer to a fluid in which two fluids with different densities are mixed.

[0037] The body portion (10) is formed as a container with an open top to accommodate food inside. At this time, the body portion (10) has an inverted funnel-shaped opening (11) formed on the bottom surface, and the opening (11) can be used as a funnel by reversing the direction as needed. The opening (11) can be divided into an opening (12) and a tube (13).

[0038] The inlet (12) has a predetermined inclination toward the tube (13) in the direction of the funnel opening, but is not limited thereto. The tube (13) extends to a predetermined length toward the open upper direction of the body part (10). At this time, the end of the tube (13) may be positioned higher than the middle (M) of the container and lower than the open upper surface (T) (R). Through this, the end of the tube (13) is formed at a position higher than the middle (M) of the container, thereby securing a receiving space capable of removing a large amount of oil at once. Additionally, the end of the tube (13) may be formed at a position lower than the open upper surface (T) of the container, allowing the principle of a siphon to be utilized. Meanwhile, the diameter of the tube (13) may decrease as it approaches the open upper part of the container. For example, the tube (13) is formed such that the diameter (d1) of the hole near the entrance (12) is larger than the diameter (d2) of the hole near the end, allowing air to easily flow in and quickly disrupt the operating conditions of the principle of the Gyeyeongbae. Here, Gyeyeongbae means that when more than 70% of the cup is filled with liquid (e.g., alcohol, water, etc.), all the filled liquid flows down through the bottom hole.

[0039] The Gyeyeongbae cap (30) is inserted into the entrance (11) through the open part of the body (10) and supports the separation of oil and broth contained in the food through the principle of a siphon, thereby allowing the separated oil to be removed. The Gyeyeongbae cap (30) includes a main body (31) and a pressure regulating member (35).

[0040] The main body (31) is formed in the shape of an inverted funnel that engages with the inlet / outlet (11). The main body (31) is inserted into the inlet / outlet (11) when a certain amount of broth is filled in the body portion (10). The main body (31) is spaced apart from the body portion (10) at a predetermined distance to form a flow path for the broth to flow through. The main body (31) includes a cap inlet (32) and a cap tube (34).

[0041] The cap opening (32) is formed with a shape corresponding to the opening of the entrance (11) and is spaced apart from the opening of the entrance (11) while maintaining a constant spacing. To this end, the cap opening (32) is formed with a plurality of cap supports (33) at predetermined intervals, in which the rim portion is recessed to a predetermined depth to maintain a constant spacing from the inner opening of the entrance (11). Additionally, the cap opening (32) serves to prevent oil from being discharged into the entrance (11) through the flow path when oil is poured into the body (10). The plurality of cap supports (33) have the rim of the cap opening (32) recessed toward the end so that they come into contact with the cap opening (32) at a lower position than the other rims. As a result, the plurality of cap supports (33) form a constant spacing from the inner opening of the entrance (11), serving as a bridge to support the main body (31) and forming a flow path through the spaced-away space. Each of the plurality of cap supports (33) is formed at predetermined intervals in the cap opening (32) to maintain a constant distance between the cap opening (32) and the opening (12). Preferably, each of the plurality of cap supports (33) can be formed at 360° / n (where n is the number of cap supports). The cap tube (34) is formed in a shape that is inserted into the tube of the opening (11) and extends longer than the tube of the opening (11). As a result, the end of the cap tube (34) forms a cavity (C) between the opening (11) and helps the broth flow smoothly.

[0042] The pressure regulating member (35) is coupled to the end of the cap tube (34) of the main body (31) to control the internal pressure generated in the flow path. Specifically, the pressure regulating member (35) serves to control the pressure generated by air inside as the main body (31) is inserted into the inlet / outlet (11). That is, by removing internal air, the pressure regulating member (35) creates an environment where oil and broth can be separated through the principle of a siphon. The pressure regulating member (35) may include any one of a rubber stopper, a one-touch stopper, and a pressure valve. For example, if the pressure regulating member (35) is a one-touch valve (Fig. 3), the pressure regulating member (35) is inserted with the valve open (Fig. 3 (a)) when the main body (31) is inserted into the inlet / outlet (11), and when the insertion is completed, it becomes closed (Fig. 3 (b)) to remove internal air, thereby allowing the main body (31) and the inlet / outlet (11) to be in close contact. In addition, when the pressure regulating member (35) is a safety valve (Fig. 4), the pressure regulating member (35) is inserted with the valve open (Fig. 4 (a)) when the main body (31) is inserted into the entrance / exit (11), and when the insertion is completed, the valve is closed (Fig. 4 (b)) to remove internal air, thereby allowing the main body (31) and the entrance / exit (11) to be in close contact.

[0043] The handle (50) is connected to a part of the body (10) so that the user can grip it. At this time, the part of the handle (50) that comes into contact with the user's hand is formed of a material with low thermal conductivity to ensure the user's safety. The handle (50) may be an integrated type formed as one with the body (10) or a detachable type. If the handle (50) is a detachable type, the handle (50) includes a first latch (51), which is a hook-shaped groove, in the part attached to the body (10) to support the user in easily mounting and moving the body (10). Additionally, the handle (50) may further include a second latch (52) so that the body (10) can be mounted on the pot (P). The second latch (52) can be formed in both an integrated and a separate type, and in the case of a separate type, it can be formed at the rear end of the first latch (51) and formed with a groove larger than the first latch (51) so that it is inserted into and hooked onto the frame of the pot (P).

[0044] The cover filter (70) is coupled to the open upper portion of the body part (10) to secure the Gyeyeongbae cap (30). At this time, the cover filter (70) may be provided with a fixing member (not shown) for coupling with the upper portion, and the fixing member may be formed in a structure that can be fitted into the rim of the upper portion. Additionally, if a part of the Gyeyeongbae cap (30) is exposed higher than the upper portion of the body part (10), the cover filter (70) may have a central hole (71) through which that part can pass. The rim of the central hole (71) may be formed of an elastic material so as to be fixed in close contact with a part of the Gyeyeongbae cap (30). The cover filter (70) includes a plurality of discharge holes (72) in addition to the central hole (71). The plurality of discharge holes (72) are formed around the central hole (71) and support the discharge of oil separated from the broth to the outside while the Gyeyeongbae cap (30) is fixed. This allows the user to avoid the hassle of holding or removing the cap (30) with their hand when discharging the separated oil.

[0045]

[0046] The following describes the process of separating and removing only the oil floating on the surface from food containing oil and broth using a ladle (100).

[0047] FIGS. 7 to 10 are drawings illustrating the process of separating oil and broth using a ladle according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0048] Referring to FIGS. 1 to 10, the ladle (100) can quickly and accurately remove only the oil floating on the surface of food mixed with oil and broth. At this time, the ladle (100) can naturally separate the oil and broth by gravity without tilting the ladle by utilizing the principle of a siphon.

[0049] First, the ladle (100) immerses the body (10) in a pot (P) containing food so that the broth inside the food is poured into the body (10) through the opening (11) (Fig. 7).

[0050] When broth (which is clear broth without oil) is poured into the body (10) of the ladle (100), the Gyeyeongbae cap (30) is inserted into the body (10). At this time, the user pours broth containing oil into the body (10) using a spoon (S) (or another ladle). Here, the oil and broth are separated into layers inside the ladle (100) due to the difference in density. Meanwhile, the broth at the bottom of the ladle (100) is continuously discharged through the inlet / outlet (11) by the principle of a siphon until the height of the fluid (oil and broth) inside the body (10) and the height of the fluid in the pot (P) are equilibrium (Fig. 8).

[0051] Here, when the bottom of the body part (10) of the ladle (100) is lifted by the user so that it is slightly submerged in the surface of the broth inside the pot (P) as shown in FIG. 9, the ladle (100) discharges the broth through the inlet / outlet (11) without any separate action according to the principle of the Gyeyeongbae. At this time, when all the broth contained in the body part (10) of the ladle (100) is discharged through the inlet / outlet (11) and only oil remains, a height difference is created due to a new parallel caused by the difference in density and viscosity between the oil and water (Fig. 9).

[0052] Additionally, when the ladle (100) is completely lifted out of the surface of the food, air is easily introduced through the tube (13), in which the diameter (d1) of the hole near the entrance (12) is larger than the diameter (d2) of the hole near the end, thereby rapidly breaking the operating conditions of the principle of the Gyeyeongbae, leaving only oil inside the ladle (100) (Fig. 10). The user discharges the oil remaining in the ladle (100) to the outside to remove oil from the inside of the body (100), and repeats the process described above to quickly remove the oil contained in the food.

[0053] Here, the ladle (100) can be placed alone into the food without using a separate spoon or other ladle as shown in FIG. 8, and then continuously collect oil into the body (10) through tilting. That is, the ladle (100) can continuously collect oil alone to sufficiently remove the oil on the surface of the food, and then slowly lift it up to separate the oil and the broth.

[0054]

[0055] Although embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above, the scope of the present invention is not limited thereto, and various modifications and improvements made by a person skilled in the art using the basic concept of the present invention as defined in the following claims also fall within the scope of the present invention.

[0056] [Explanation of the symbol]

[0057] 10: Torso

[0058] 11: Entrance

[0059] 12: Entrance

[0060] 13: Tube

[0061] 30: Gyeyeongbae Cap

[0062] 31: Main body

[0063] 32: Cap opening

[0064] 33: Cap support

[0065] 34: Cap tube

[0066] 35: Pressure regulating member

[0067] 50: Handle

[0068] 51: First latch

[0069] 52: Second latch

[0070] 70: Cover filter

[0071] 71: Central hole

[0072] 72: Exhaust hole

[0073] 100: ladle

Claims

1. A body portion formed as a container with an open top and having an inverted funnel-shaped entrance formed on the bottom surface; A cap for a water-water cup that is inserted into the entrance through the above-mentioned open portion and supports the removal of the separated oil by separating the oil and water contained in the fluid through the principle of a siphon; and A handle connected to a part of the body portion so that the user can grip it; A ladle containing 2. In Paragraph 1, The above body part is, A ladle characterized by the diameter of the tube of the above-mentioned entrance becoming smaller towards the top.

3. In Paragraph 1, The above body part is, A ladle characterized in that the position of the end of the tube of the above-mentioned entrance is higher than the middle of the above-mentioned container and lower than the above-mentioned open upper surface.

4. In Paragraph 1, The above-mentioned Gyeyeongbae cap is, A main body formed in the shape of an inverted funnel that engages with the above-mentioned entrance, inserted into the above-mentioned entrance when a certain amount of water is filled in the above-mentioned body, and spaced apart from the above-mentioned body at a predetermined distance to form a flow path for the water to flow through; and A pressure regulating member coupled to the end of the cap tube of the above main body to control the internal pressure generated in the above fluid path; A ladle characterized by including 5. In Paragraph 4, The above main body is, A ladle characterized by having a cap support formed at the cap opening at predetermined intervals to a predetermined depth, thereby maintaining a constant spacing with the body portion.

6. In Paragraph 4, The above main body is, A ladle characterized in that the cap tube is mounted longer than the tube of the entrance.

7. In Paragraph 4, The above pressure regulating member is, A ladle characterized by including any one of a rubber stopper, a one-touch stopper, and a pressure valve.

8. In Paragraph 4, The above body part is, A ladle characterized by the fact that when the above-mentioned cap of the Gyeyeongbae is attached, the fluid containing a mixture of oil and water is received inside, it is lifted so that only the water is discharged through the above-mentioned flow path to the above-mentioned inlet / outlet, and only the oil remains on the above-mentioned bottom surface.

9. In Paragraph 1, A cover filter coupled to the open upper part of the body portion to secure the Gyeyeongbae cap, and having a plurality of discharge holes formed to support the separated oil being discharged to the outside while the Gyeyeongbae cap is secured; A ladle characterized by further including

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