Modular Induction Griddle with Independent Zone Heating Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Traditional household griddles are inefficient due to large surface area, slow heating adjustment, and rapid heat dissipation, making them unable to precisely heat specific regions and effectively function as an electric stovetop for heating pots and pans.
Innovation Solution
A modular multifunctional electronic griddle with a top panel divided into independent heating spaces by a partition grid, each equipped with induction coils that allow for precise electromagnetic heating, using a combination of different materials for heating panels to achieve customized heating effects and functions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Area of stationary object
If traditional household griddle is used with large surface area, then heating coverage is improved, but energy efficiency deteriorates due to fast surface heat dissipation and inability to precisely target heating regions
Solution Approach 1:
The griddle surface is divided into multiple independent heating zones, each controlled by separate heating elements. This segmentation allows only the required areas to be heated at any given time, reducing energy waste from heating entire large surfaces when only small regions are needed.
Solution Approach 2:
Different regions of the griddle can be heated to different temperatures and controlled independently. This local quality control enables precise temperature management in specific areas while maintaining lower temperatures or no heating in other regions, optimizing energy efficiency for diverse cooking requirements.
2Area of stationary object
If traditional household griddle is used with large surface area, then heating coverage is improved, but heating control speed deteriorates due to slow heating adjustment
Solution Approach 1:
The griddle is segmented into multiple independently controlled heating zones, each with its own heating element and control system. This allows rapid adjustment of heating in specific areas without waiting for the entire large surface to respond, significantly improving heating control speed.
Solution Approach 2:
The heating system transitions from static uniform heating to dynamic zone-specific heating control. Each heating zone can be independently adjusted in real-time based on cooking requirements, enabling fast response to changing thermal demands across different regions of the griddle surface.
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
Enables precise heating control of specific areas, integrating both griddle and induction cooker functions, with customizable material combinations for various cooking needs, including non-heating auxiliary functions like a cutting board or dinner plate.
Implementation Method 1
each induction coil is configured to independently generate heat... each heating panel is set corresponding to one of the induction coils, and is configured to interact with the induction coils to generate electromagnetic heating effects
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AI summary
A modularized multifunctional electronic iron griddle. The modularized multifunctional electronic iron griddle comprises a top panel, an inner panel, a mounting recess, and an electronic assembly which are arranged from top to bottom; the electronic assembly comprises an outer frame and a plurality of induction coils arranged in the outer frame, each of the induction coils generating heat independently; the top panel is divided into a plurality of independent heating spaces and one operating area by a division bar, the heating spaces being used for placing heating panels; each heating panel is arranged corresponding to each induction coil so as to generate an electromagnetic heating effect with the induction coil. By means of such structural design, heating can be separately controlled for different heating panel areas, and the iron griddle can be heated by utilizing the electromagnetic heating principle.