Dessert & Food Warmer Display

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing food warming solutions lack mobility, precise temperature control, and aesthetic appeal, often requiring power cords and lacking integrated timers, which compromises food quality and presentation.

Innovation Solution

A cordless, rechargeable food warmer with a built-in heating element, digital temperature control, and a timer function, combined with a sleek design and dual power options, ensuring consistent warmth and visual appeal.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If a cordless, rechargeable design is implemented, then mobility and portability are improved, but power supply duration and heating capability are limited

Engineering Contradiction:
ImprovemobilityVSAvoidpower supply duration
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDuration of action of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements dual power mode operation, allowing the food warmer to function both cordlessly using rechargeable battery power and corded using AC adapter power. This parameter change in power source flexibility resolves the contradiction by maintaining mobility when battery power is available while enabling extended operation when AC power is accessible, thus addressing both the mobility improvement and power duration limitation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Measurement precision

If digital temperature control and timer functions are added, then temperature precision and food quality are improved, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetemperature control precisionVSAvoidcontrol system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent incorporates an automatic timer function that allows users to set a predetermined heating duration, after which the device automatically shuts off. This self-service automation eliminates the need for constant manual monitoring and reduces operational complexity despite adding the timer feature. The digital temperature control with adjustable settings (HIGH, MEDIUM, LOW) provides precise temperature management while maintaining relatively simple controls through intuitive button interfaces.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

3Power

If a heating element is embedded in the top plate, then heating efficiency and food contact are improved, but risk of overheating and safety hazards increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveheating efficiencyVSAvoidoverheating risk
Core Design Contradiction:
PowerVSObject-affected harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent incorporates multiple safety mechanisms including overheat protection that automatically shuts off the heating element when excessive temperature is detected, and a tilt switch that disables heating when the device is improperly positioned. These feedback-based safety systems continuously monitor operating conditions and automatically correct potentially harmful situations, thus maintaining high heating efficiency while mitigating overheating risks.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

4Duration of action of stationary object

If the warmer is designed for extended food warming, then food presentation quality is improved, but food may dry out or spoil

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefood warming durationVSAvoidfood quality degradation
Core Design Contradiction:
Duration of action of stationary objectVSObject-generated harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent implements an automatic timer function that enables periodic heating cycles. Users can set the warmer to operate for specific time intervals (e.g., 30 minutes on, 30 minutes off), creating a periodic heating pattern that maintains food temperature over extended periods while preventing excessive heat exposure that would cause drying or spoilage. This periodic action allows food to rest and retain moisture between heating cycles.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #19Periodic action

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

Provides portable, precise temperature control, maintains food quality, and enhances presentation, suitable for various settings from casual to upscale events.

Implementation Method 1

incorporates a heating element in the top plate

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectJoule heating: Joule Heating

Implementation Method 2

uses a rechargeable battery for cordless operation

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectBattery (electricity): Battery (electricity)

Data Source

PatentUS20250107664A1Dessert & Food Warmer Display
Publication Date: 2025.04.03 D WINKFIELD CORTRELL
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AI summary

The Dessert & Food Warmer Display with Cover is a cordless, rechargeable device designed to maintain the warmth of food while on display. The product consists of a base with an embedded rechargeable battery connected to a printed circuit board (PCB) and a top plate that houses a heating element. The heating element allows for adjustable temperature settings via a digital display panel, with controls to increase or decrease temperature and a timer feature that can be set for up to 4 hours, adjustable in 30-minute increments. The device can operate on battery power or while plugged in via USB-C charging. Additionally, the product includes a glass dome with ventilation holes to cover and protect the food while maintaining warmth. This invention is ideal for presenting baked goods and small dishes, keeping them at a consistent temperature during events or displays.