Interface and control set
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Solution Overview
Problem
Culinary preparation apparatuses face challenges in upgrading their interface and control sets due to spatial constraints, limiting the integration of new monitoring and control elements, and safety concerns arise from remote operation without user validation.
Innovation Solution
An interface and control set with a communication circuit for bidirectional communication, a support with fasteners, and a warning device that requires user confirmation for task execution, allowing for easy replacement and development while ensuring safe operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If the interface and control set is integrated into the case with fixed spatial constraints, then the mechanical structure remains stable, but the integration of new monitoring and control elements is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The control set is divided into separate functional modules: control circuit, communication circuit, and support structure. This segmentation allows each module to be optimized independently and enables flexible reconfiguration within the case without requiring complete redesign of the mechanical structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent utilizes three-dimensional space utilization by arranging components vertically and horizontally within the case. The support structure provides multiple mounting levels, effectively increasing the usable control space without expanding the external footprint of the apparatus.
2Adaptability or versatility
If the interface and control set is designed with more control functions, then the functionality is improved, but the design is constrained by lack of space
Solution Approach 1:
The control circuit is designed with universal interfaces and modular components that can perform multiple functions. The communication circuit can exchange information with various types of external devices, and the control elements can be reconfigured for different culinary tasks, maximizing functionality within limited space.
Solution Approach 2:
Components are arranged in a nested configuration where smaller elements are integrated within or alongside larger structures. For example, the communication circuit is integrated with the control circuit, and control elements are mounted on the support structure that is itself integrated into the case, thereby reducing overall space requirements.
3Area of stationary object
If the control part is offset to a remote terminal, then space in the case is saved, but communication requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The communication circuit acts as an intermediary between the control circuit and external remote terminals. It handles all communication protocols and data exchange, allowing the control functions to be distributed to remote devices while maintaining a compact local control unit within the case.
Data Source
AI summary
The invention relates to an interface and control unit (27) for a cooking appliance, comprising: a control circuit (19) comprising a connection point (20) for connecting to a power circuit (18) of the cooking appliance (A) or to an element for connection to said power circuit (18), the control circuit being arranged so as to emit a control signal for at least one functional element of the cooking appliance; a communication circuit (25) arranged so as to communicate according to a known communication protocol, for example a protocol for two-way communication by radio waves, the communication circuit (25) also being able to exchange information with the control circuit (19); and a support to which are attached, or in which are arranged, the control circuit (19) and the communication circuit (25), the support comprising elements for fixing to a frame of the cooking appliance (A).