Induction baking device
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing induction oven devices lack efficiency in terms of catalytic, heating, power, energy, material, component, cost, and maintenance efficiency, and do not allow for flexible arrangement and rapid heating of catalytic converters.
Innovation Solution
An induction oven device with an induction heating unit, a catalyst unit, and a heat transfer unit that transfers thermal energy to the catalyst unit, utilizing a heat pipe for efficient heat transfer and a flexible arrangement of the catalytic converter, allowing for rapid and controlled heating, and a compact design.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a catalytic converter is arranged close to a heating element to avoid timing differences, then catalytic efficiency is improved, but device complexity increases and assembly flexibility decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the heating element and catalytic converter into a single integrated module, eliminating the need for separate arrangements and connections. This merging reduces device complexity while maintaining the timing synchronization between heating and catalytic conversion, as the catalytic converter is directly coupled to the heating element within the same module structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The integrated module serves multiple functions simultaneously: heating, catalytic conversion, and potential sensor integration. This multi-functionality reduces the overall number of separate components needed in the system, thereby reducing device complexity while ensuring that heating and catalytic processes occur together in the same spatial and temporal context.
2Reliability
If a catalytic converter is heated by a heating element, then catalytic efficiency is improved, but heating time increases and productivity decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent introduces a heat transfer element as an intermediary between the heating element and catalytic converter. This intermediary enables more efficient thermal coupling and faster heat transfer to the catalytic converter, reducing heating time while maintaining catalytic efficiency. The heat transfer element acts as a mediator that accelerates the thermal energy transfer process.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent modifies thermal parameters by using materials with high thermal conductivity for the heat transfer element and optimizing the thermal coupling between components. This parameter change in thermal conductivity and heat transfer efficiency enables rapid heating of the catalytic converter without compromising its catalytic performance, thereby increasing productivity.
3Use of energy by moving object
If an induction heating unit is used to heat the oven, then heating efficiency is improved, but catalytic heating efficiency deteriorates due to insufficient direct heating
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the heating function into two distinct parts: an induction heating unit for general oven heating and a separate heating element integrated with the catalytic converter for direct catalytic heating. This segmentation allows each heating mechanism to perform its specialized function optimally - the induction unit provides efficient overall heating while the integrated element ensures sufficient direct heating of the catalytic converter for high catalytic efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses a heat transfer element as an intermediary that couples the heating element to the catalytic converter, ensuring efficient thermal energy transfer. This intermediary mechanism guarantees that the catalytic converter receives sufficient direct heating from the integrated heating element, thereby maintaining high catalytic heating efficiency while the induction unit handles overall oven heating efficiently.
4Ease of manufacture
If the catalytic converter is integrated with the heating element, then assembly efficiency is improved, but flexibility in arrangement decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a modular integrated module that can be dynamically positioned and configured within the oven structure. While the heating element and catalytic converter are integrated within the module (improving assembly efficiency), the entire module can be flexibly arranged in different locations and orientations within the oven cavity, maintaining arrangement flexibility through dynamic positioning capabilities.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses flexible mounting structures and thin-film connections that allow the integrated module to be adapted to different spatial configurations. These flexible connection elements enable the module to be installed in various positions and angles while maintaining the integrated structure's internal connections, thus preserving arrangement flexibility despite the internal integration of components.
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 improved efficiency in catalytic, heating, and energy usage, along with flexible arrangement and extended service life, while simplifying assembly and maintenance.
Implementation Method 1
an induction heating unit (20), with which at least the heat transfer unit (40) can be heated in the operating state
Implementation Method 2
The induction heating unit is provided at least to heat the heat transfer unit at least partially in the operating state
Implementation Method 3
a heat transfer unit (40), with which in at least one operating state thermal energy can be transferred to the catalyst unit (30)
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AI summary
The invention relates to a cooking appliance device comprising an induction heating unit (20), a catalyst unit (30), which is provided to influence at least one chemical reaction in an exhaust air flow (18), and comprising a heat transfer unit (40), which is at least provided in at least one operating state to transfer thermal energy to the catalyst unit (30). To improve flexibility, it is proposed that the induction heating unit (20) is at least provided to heat the heat transfer unit (40) at least in part in the operating state.