Kitchen machine, identification device, food-processing module, and processing device
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Solution Overview
Problem
Kitchen machines require individual control for different food-processing modules, which necessitates identification of the attached module to prevent damage and ensure optimal operation, but existing technologies lack a reliable method for identifying and managing various modules.
Innovation Solution
A kitchen machine with a processor that receives identification signals from food-processing modules, either wirelessly or through a hard-wired connection, to determine the type of module attached and adjust its operation accordingly, using a connector system with time-slotted signal exchange to ensure precise control and safe operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the kitchen machine is designed to operate with multiple different food-processing modules, then the adaptability and versatility of the kitchen machine is improved, but the device complexity increases due to the need for individual control and identification mechanisms for each module type
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements an identification mechanism that is activated automatically when a food-processing module is attached to the kitchen machine. The processor initiates an identification sequence that detects the module type before operation begins, allowing the control system to pre-configure appropriate parameters and control strategies specific to each module type, thereby managing complexity through automated preliminary detection rather than manual configuration
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces an identification signal as an intermediary element that facilitates communication between the food-processing module and the kitchen machine's control system. This signal carries module-specific information that enables the processor to recognize and adapt to different module types, serving as a mediator that translates physical module characteristics into controllable digital parameters without requiring complex direct analysis of each module
2Ease of operation
If the kitchen machine operates without proper identification of the attached food-processing module, then the ease of operation is improved, but the reliability deteriorates due to risk of damage from inappropriate operating parameters
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a feedback mechanism where the kitchen machine's processor receives identification signals from the attached food-processing module and uses this information to automatically adjust operating parameters. The system continuously monitors module presence and type, providing feedback control that ensures appropriate parameters are applied for each module, thereby maintaining reliability without burdening the user with manual configuration tasks
Solution Approach 2:
The patent employs preliminary anti-action by implementing protective measures that prevent inappropriate operation before damage can occur. The identification mechanism detects module type in advance and configures appropriate control parameters, preventing the application of unsuitable high-speed or high-power settings that could damage specific modules like breadmaker modules designed for low-speed operation
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Disclosed is a kitchen machine that can be operated with a plurality of different food-processing modules. The kitchen machine is configured to identify each of the plurality of food-processing modules. The kitchen machine may comprise a first connector configured to be electrically connected to a second connector of a food-processing module, a processor electrically connected to the first connector and configured, when the first connector is electrically connected to the second connector, to initiate, during a first time interval, a sending of a plurality of first output signals via the first connector to the second connector, initiate, during a second time interval after the first time interval, a receiving of a plurality of first input signals from the second connector via the first connector, and identify the food-processing module based on the plurality of first input signals.