Motorized Removable Pot Grip With Automatic Jaw Actuation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing removable gripping devices for cookware require significant user effort to operate and lack multifunctionality, making them impractical for everyday use and storage.
Innovation Solution
A removable gripping device powered by an electromechanical system with a control mechanism, allowing for automatic opening and closing of jaws, reducing effort and enhancing safety, and incorporating additional functionalities like mixing and cleaning.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If manual actuation mechanism is used for gripper jaws, then device complexity is reduced, but user effort and difficulty of operation increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the manual mechanical actuation system with an electromechanical system. The gripper jaws are actuated by an electromechanical actuator (motor-driven mechanism) controlled by control means, eliminating the need for manual lever manipulation and reducing user effort significantly.
Solution Approach 2:
The electromechanical system enables the gripper to automatically grasp and release the cooking vessel without continuous manual intervention. Once activated, the system self-regulates the gripping action through the control means, reducing the complexity of manual operation.
2Adaptability or versatility
If simple mechanical structure is used, then ease of manufacture is improved, but multifunctionality is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The patent integrates multiple functions into a single removable gripping device. The electromechanical system can be configured to provide gripping, mixing, stirring, or other cooking辅助 functions through programmable control means, making the device versatile while maintaining manufacturability through modular design.
Solution Approach 2:
The device incorporates a removable and interchangeable module system where functional components can be dynamically changed. The electromechanical actuator can drive different attachments (gripper jaws, mixing blades, etc.) allowing the same base structure to perform multiple functions without requiring complete redesign.
3Reliability
If electromagnetic connection means are used for recharging, then energy supply reliability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses electromagnetic connection means (inductive coupling) as an intermediary for wireless energy transfer between the removable gripping device and the cooking vessel or base station. This eliminates physical contact requirements and improves recharging reliability while the integration into the existing electromechanical system minimizes additional complexity.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
The device is easier to use, safer, and more versatile, allowing a single utensil to perform multiple tasks, thus reducing storage bulk and improving user convenience.
Implementation Method 1
an electromechanical device (5, 5a, 5b, 5c) powered by the energy source (6) and adapted to actuate (at least part of) a mechanical device
Implementation Method 2
The electromechanical device (5, 5a, 5b, 5c) may comprise an electromagnet (5a)
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AI summary
The invention relates to a removable grip device (1) for a pot for cooking food, said removable grip device (1) comprising a grip body (7), attachment means that can be connected to the cooking pot and disconnected therefrom, and an electrical energy source (6). According to the invention, the removable grip device (1) comprises an electromechanical device fed by the energy source (6) and suitable for actuating a mechanical device, and control means for controlling the operation and the shut-off of the electromechanical device.