Grill with Underside Stove Attachment for Stable Large Cookware Use
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing portable cooking devices, such as propane stoves and multi-fuel stoves, become unstable and prone to tipping when large cookware is used, as they are not designed to accommodate a stable grill for optimal heat transfer and cooking.
Innovation Solution
A cooking device with a connection mechanism and legs attached to the underside of a grill, allowing a stove with cookware support extensions to be securely positioned for optimal heat transfer, featuring a removable and adjustable attachment mechanism for various stove types.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If a portable stove is used with small cookware, then the stove remains stable, but large cookware cannot be used effectively
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a vertical dimension by attaching the stove to the underside of the grill, transforming the horizontal cooking surface into a vertically integrated system. This allows large cookware to rest on the grill surface while the stove operates below, eliminating the top-heavy instability problem
Solution Approach 2:
The grill acts as an intermediary component between the cookware and the stove. It supports large cookware on its upper surface while simultaneously supporting the attached stove on its underside, mediating the load distribution to maintain system stability
2Ease of operation
If the stove is positioned away from the grill, then cookware can be placed on the grill, but heat transfer efficiency decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The stove is nested within the grill structure by attaching it to the underside, with the cookware support extensions reaching up through the grill. This nested arrangement allows the stove to be positioned close to the cookware for efficient heat transfer while still allowing cookware placement on the grill surface
3Reliability
If a fixed attachment mechanism is used, then the stove is securely positioned, but adaptability to different stove types is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The attachment mechanism incorporates adjustable and removable elements that allow the system to adapt to different stove types and configurations. The connection can be dynamically adjusted to accommodate various stove dimensions while maintaining secure attachment through the adjustable clamps and mounting brackets
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The solution provides a stable and portable cooking system that maintains heat transfer efficiency while allowing for the use of large cookware, making it suitable for backpackers, campers, and others who require a lightweight and space-efficient cooking solution.
Implementation Method 1
The connection mechanism positions the cookware support extensions tightly against the underside of the grill for optimum heat transfer
Data Source
AI summary
A cooking device. A connection mechanism is rigidly attached to the underside of a grill. A plurality of legs is attached to the grill for support. A stove having cookware support extensions is attached to the grill and supported by the connection mechanism. The connection mechanism positions the cookware support extensions tightly against the underside of the grill for optimum heat transfer. In a preferred embodiment, the cooking device is small, lightweight and easily portable.