Grill device, gripping device, and system
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing grills lack flexibility in adjusting the distance between the heat source and the food being grilled, require separate grill inserts for different types of food, and do not allow easy replacement of grill inserts while hot, and lack integrated storage and accessory solutions.
Innovation Solution
A modular grilling device with adjustable fastening arms and a gripping device featuring a parallelogram mechanism that allows for flexible positioning of grill inserts and accessories, enabling tool-free assembly and disassembly, and integration of storage solutions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the grill insert is fixed in the fire plate, then the structure is stable, but the grill insert cannot be easily replaced or adjusted while hot
Solution Approach 1:
The fastening arm is designed with a movable gripping element that can be shifted between a released position (allowing free removal of the grill insert) and a fastened position (securing the grill insert). This dynamic mechanism enables easy replacement while maintaining structural stability during grilling.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the distance between heat source and fire plate is fixed, then the structure is simple, but different food types cannot be accommodated
Solution Approach 1:
The fastening arm can be positioned at multiple locations along the support arm using hook elements, enabling dynamic adjustment of the fire plate distance from the heat source. This allows adaptation to different grilling requirements while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure.
3Adaptability or versatility
If multiple grill inserts are used for different foods, then food variety is supported, but the number of components increases
Solution Approach 1:
The fire plate with its recess and fastening arm design creates a universal mounting system that can accommodate different types of grill inserts (smoking baskets, grilling grids, roasting racks). This multi-functional design supports food variety without requiring separate specialized structures for each insert type.
4Ease of operation
If the fastening arm is rigid, then the fire plate is securely held, but adjustment and flexibility are limited
Solution Approach 1:
The fastening arm incorporates a movable gripping element that can be easily shifted between positions. When fastened, it provides secure holding strength; when released, it allows free adjustment and removal. The hook elements engage with corresponding recesses to maintain strength during operation.
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AI summary
The invention relates to a grilling device (1), comprising: a base element (2) having an interior space (3) for accommodating a heat source, a fire plate (4) comprising a recess (5), wherein the fire plate (4) is connected to the base element (2) via at least two fastening arms (6), wherein the respective fastening arm (6) has at least one support arm (7) for supporting the fire plate (4) at a first section and projects into the interior space (3) with a second section (8), wherein first hook elements (9) are arranged on the second section (8) so that the heat source can be stored at different distances from the fire plate (4). The invention further relates to a gripping device and a system comprising a grilling device.