Nested Mixing Bowl Assembly for Compact Proofing and Storage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing mixing bowl assemblies lack efficient storage solutions and controlled airflow systems for proofing and baking processes, which can lead to inconsistent results and increased storage space requirements.
Innovation Solution
A mixing bowl assembly with a bowl and lid that includes a planar wooden trivet and a glass dome, where the trivet engages the lid's depressed support surface and the dome is nested within the bowl, allowing for a controlled airflow system and reversible use for serving, proofing, and storage.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If multiple components (trivet, dome, lid, bowl) are stored separately, then each component can be accessed easily, but storage space requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements nesting by placing the glass dome inside the bowl, and the trivet inside the lid, creating a compact nested storage configuration. The dome's circular base rests on the bowl's bottom surface, while the trivet's perimeter rim engages with the lid's inner circumferential lip, allowing all components to be stored in a minimized space while remaining individually accessible.
2Ease of manufacture
If the lid is flat, then manufacturing is simpler, but it cannot provide a depressed support surface for the trivet
Solution Approach 1:
The lid features a locally depressed support surface rather than being entirely flat. This localized depression provides the necessary support surface for the trivet while minimizing the overall complexity of the lid structure. The depressed area is specifically positioned to receive and support the trivet in its intended serving position.
3Ease of operation
If the dome is stored outside the bowl, then the dome is more accessible, but the storage configuration becomes less compact
Solution Approach 1:
The glass dome is stored nested within the bowl, with its circular base resting on the bowl's bottom surface. This nesting arrangement minimizes the overall storage volume while keeping the dome accessible when needed. The dome can be easily removed from the bowl for use, and the nested configuration represents the compact storage state.
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AI summary
A mixing bowl assembly includes a bowl that has handles extending outwardly from the bowl. A lid is selectively coupled to the bowl. The lid includes an outer circumferential frame and grasping portions that extend outwardly from the outer circumferential frame. A planar wooden trivet is selectively coupled with the lid, wherein the planar wooden trivet defines at least a servicing position of the lid. A glass dome is selectively coupled to the planar wooden trivet and includes a handgrip that is selectively disposed within the bowl.