Device for operating a cooking hob system
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing operating devices for built-in kitchen appliances, such as cooktops, are difficult to install and require complex mechanisms that are not user-friendly or reliable.
Innovation Solution
An operating device with a fastening device featuring pin-shaped elements and fixing means, allowing for a stable and simplified installation by interacting with a kitchen furniture holder, which can include threaded nuts and magnets for secure attachment and magnetic alignment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If traditional complex mounting mechanisms are used for operating devices, then the attachment stability may be adequate, but the installation process becomes difficult and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The fastening device is segmented into multiple pin-shaped elements distributed around the holder, each capable of independent insertion into the furniture. This segmentation allows for simplified installation while maintaining stable attachment through distributed fixing points
Solution Approach 2:
The pin-shaped elements are pre-configured on the holder in specific patterns and orientations before installation. This preliminary arrangement enables the installer to simply insert the pre-assembled holder into the furniture without complex assembly steps during installation
2Reliability
If multiple fastening points are used to improve stability, then the attachment reliability increases, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple pin-shaped elements are merged into a single integrated holder structure. The holder combines multiple fixing points into one assembly unit that attaches to the furniture as a single component, reducing overall device complexity while maintaining multi-point fastening reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The holder with pin-shaped elements serves multiple functions: it provides mechanical support, enables rotational movement, and ensures stable attachment to various furniture types. This multi-functionality reduces the need for separate components, simplifying the overall fastening structure
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
The solution provides a more stable, reliable, and easier installation process for operating devices in kitchen appliances, enhancing user experience and reducing assembly complexity.
Implementation Method 1
The holder (19) can have one or more magnets (18). These can serve to mount the control element. In particular, they can enable self-aligning positioning of the control element.
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AI summary
Operating device (3) for operating a cooktop system (1), comprising a control element (13) and a fastening device (14, 32, 41, 43, 47, 53, 58, 63) for fastening the control element (13) to a kitchen cabinet, comprising a plurality of pin-shaped elements (24, 34, 44, 48, 55, 60) and a fixing means (26, 35, 50), wherein a plurality of the pin-shaped elements (24, 34, 44, 48, 55, 60) each have a partial threaded section (25, 57), wherein the fixing means (26, 35, 50) has a nut (28) with one or more fixing threaded sections (29) which are designed to fit the partial threaded sections (25, 57). such that the nut (28, 36, 56) interacts with a majority of the partial thread sections (29).