Device for positioning a kitchen appliance, base apparatus comprising the device and method of using the base apparatus
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing food processors are difficult to move safely and securely due to their weight, with current aids like cloths, blankets, and rolling boards being unhygienic or compromising stability, and existing sliding devices affecting scale functions and leaving residues.
Innovation Solution
A base device with a displacement means that can be adjusted between a deactivated and activated state, allowing the food processor to be moved easily while maintaining stability, using rollers or lubricants that project from the base only when activated, and a control system to ensure safe operation by preventing movement during food preparation or operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a food processor is made heavy to ensure stability during operation, then operational reliability is improved, but ease of moving the device deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by providing a movable base unit that can transition between a locked position (during operation) and an unlocked position (for moving). The base unit includes a movable element that can be selectively positioned to either engage with the work surface for stability or disengage to allow easy movement, thus dynamically adapting the device's mobility state based on operational requirements.
2Ease of operation
If sliding devices are used to move the food processor, then ease of moving is improved, but stability and cleanliness deteriorate due to residues and reduced stability
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the intermediary principle by introducing a movable base unit as an intermediate element between the food processor and the work surface. This base unit with its movable element acts as a mediator that provides controlled interaction - when locked, it ensures stability; when unlocked, it facilitates movement without direct contact between the processor and work surface that would cause residues.
3Reliability
If the base unit is designed to be stable during operation, then operational safety is improved, but ease of repositioning deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the dynamics principle by providing a movable base unit that can transition between a locked position (during operation) and an unlocked position (for moving). The base unit includes a movable element that can be selectively positioned to either engage with the work surface for stability or disengage to allow easy movement, thus dynamically adapting the device's mobility state based on operational requirements.
4Ease of operation
If cloths or blankets are used to facilitate moving, then ease of moving is improved, but hygiene deteriorates due to dirt accumulation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies the intermediary principle by introducing a movable base unit as an intermediate element between the food processor and the work surface. This base unit with its movable element acts as a mediator that provides controlled interaction - when locked, it ensures stability; when unlocked, it facilitates movement without direct contact between the processor and work surface that would cause residues.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
Enables easy movement and secure positioning of the food processor without affecting its stability or scale functions, improving user comfort and safety, and reducing the risk of damage or injury.
Implementation Method 1
The sliding means is configured and designed for installation in a base area of a base unit of the food processor... using rollers or lubricants that project from the base only when activated
Implementation Method 2
using rollers or lubricants that project from the base only when activated
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AI summary
The invention relates to a device (10) for slidably positioning a food processor (11) on a work surface (12), comprising a sliding means (13) for moving the food processor (11) on the work surface (12), wherein the sliding means (13) is designed for installation in a base area (14) of a base unit (16) of the food processor (11), and an adjusting means (15) for adjusting the sliding means (13) between a deactivated state (Z1) of the sliding means (13) for positioning the sliding means (13) spaced apart from the work surface (12) and an activated state (Z2) of the sliding means (13) for positioning at least a part of the sliding means (13) on the work surface (12) for moving the food processor (11). The invention further relates to a basic device (16) with a device (10) according to the invention and to a method for operating a basic device (16) according to the invention.