Rotary Oven Trolley Platform With Open Base for Easier Cleaning
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing rotary trolley oven platforms in the baking industry face challenges in cleaning efficiency due to their design, which allows residues to accumulate below the platform base, and are not universally compatible with different trolley models.
Innovation Solution
A platform for a trolley and rotary oven featuring a base with parallel arms connected by a cross member, equipped with adjustable guides and a telescopic coupling mechanism, allowing for easier cleaning and adaptability to various trolley sizes.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If a flat disc platform base is used to support the trolley, then the platform can rotate smoothly and support the trolley weight, but residues accumulate below the platform base making cleaning difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The platform base is segmented into multiple arms (first arm, second arm, and cross member) instead of a solid flat disc. This segmentation creates open spaces underneath where residues can be easily accessed and removed, solving the cleaning difficulty while maintaining structural integrity and rotation capability.
2Adaptability or versatility
If a fixed platform design is used, then the platform structure is simple, but it cannot adapt to different trolley models and coupling systems
Solution Approach 1:
The platform incorporates adjustable elements including height adjustment mechanisms for the arms and adjustable coupling portion positions. These dynamic adjustments allow the platform to adapt to different trolley models and coupling systems while maintaining a relatively simple overall structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The platform is designed with universal adaptability to work with multiple trolley models through its adjustable coupling portion and height adjustment capabilities. This multi-functionality allows a single platform design to serve various trolley types without requiring complete redesign.
3Ease of operation
If the platform base covers the bottom of the oven baking chamber, then the platform provides stable support, but cleaning the bottom of the oven becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The platform base is divided into separate arms connected by cross members rather than a solid disc, creating open spaces that allow cleaning access to the oven bottom while maintaining sufficient structural stability through the distributed arm structure.
Solution Approach 2:
The platform arms are positioned at specific heights and locations to provide stable support where needed while leaving the central and peripheral areas open for cleaning access. This local optimization balances stability and cleanability.
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AI summary
A platform (1) for a trolley (100) with wheels, in particular insertable in an oven (200), said platform (1) comprising a base (2) for the trolley (100) and a body (15) mounted on the base (2), said body (15) comprising a coupling portion (16) for the trolley (100). The base (2) comprises: - at least a first arm (3) and a second arm (4) respectively defining a first track and a second track for accommodating the wheels of the trolley (100); - at least one cross member (5) connecting between the first arm (3) and the second arm (4).