Combustible Chimney Insert for Fluid-Free Charcoal Ignition
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional methods for igniting charcoal for barbequing require the use of igniting fluids, which can contaminate food with fumes and are environmentally hazardous.
Innovation Solution
A combustible ignition structure with a chimney and insert system that uses a long-stemmed match to ignite combustible materials, allowing airflow to sustain the fire and ignite charcoal without the need for igniting fluids.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Duration of action of moving object
If igniting fluid is used to ignite charcoal, then the charcoal can burn for sufficiently long time to ignite, but fumes from the igniting fluid penetrate into the food degrading taste and the igniting fluid is a pollutant and dangerous combustible
Solution Approach 1:
The patent extracts and eliminates the harmful igniting fluid from the system entirely. Instead of using chemical ignition aids, the invention employs a purely mechanical ignition method using a match and airflow system to sustain combustion of charcoal without any contaminating substances.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an airflow system as an intermediary to sustain the ignition process. The blower device provides controlled airflow to maintain the burn of charcoal and ignition materials, replacing the need for chemical igniting fluids while ensuring continuous combustion.
2Reliability
If traditional ignition methods are used, then charcoal can be ignited, but harmful combustibles and pollutants are introduced into the system
Solution Approach 1:
The system achieves self-sustaining combustion through controlled airflow from the blower device. Once ignition is initiated with a match, the airflow system automatically maintains the burn without requiring additional igniting fluids or chemical aids, making the system self-service and eliminating harmful factor generation.
3Duration of action of moving object
If a chimney structure is used to provide airflow for sustained burn, then the ignition duration is extended, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The ignition system is segmented into distinct functional components: a match for initial ignition, a blower device for airflow generation, and a chimney structure for directing and sustaining the flame. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function efficiently while maintaining overall system manageability.
Solution Approach 2:
The chimney structure serves multiple functions: it directs airflow from the blower device, sustains the flame through proper air circulation, and can be configured in various shapes and sizes to suit different application requirements. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional components, thereby managing complexity.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Enables efficient and safe ignition of charcoal without contaminating food, reducing environmental impact by eliminating the need for harmful igniting fluids.
Implementation Method 1
A fire ignition system includes a combustible ignition structure and a match
Implementation Method 2
allowing airflow to sustain the fire
Data Source
AI summary
Fire ignition systems, combustible ignition structures, and methods of manufacturing and using such systems and devices are disclosed herein. In various embodiments, a fire ignition system may include a combustible container and a combustible ignition structure removably insertable into an interior of the combustible container. In various embodiments, the combustible ignition structure may include a base having a top surface and a chimney extending from the top surface. In various embodiments, the chimney may have an inner flue, a top opening into the flue, and an aperture through a side of the chimney into the flue. Other embodiments may be disclosed herein.