Satay Holder and Frame Layout for Hygienic Batch Skewering
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for composing satays are labor-intensive, require frequent manual operations, and pose hygiene risks due to physical contact with food, while also being prone to mechanical failures and limited in producing satays of different sizes or with various vegetables.
Innovation Solution
A device comprising a series of separate holders with recesses for accommodating food elements, a horizontal frame for moving holders horizontally, and a vertical frame for moving holders vertically, allowing skewers to be pushed through simultaneously to produce satays with reduced manual effort and improved hygiene.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If manual methods are used to compose satays, then flexibility in handling different food items is maintained, but the time required and labor intensity increase significantly
Solution Approach 1:
The device divides the satay composition process into separate functional modules: a holder for positioning food items, a skewer introduction mechanism, and a pressing mechanism. Each module handles a specific aspect of the process, allowing simultaneous processing of multiple satays while maintaining adaptability to different food item arrangements.
Solution Approach 2:
The holder is designed with recesses that automatically position food items and guide skewer insertion without requiring manual alignment. The pressing mechanism automatically secures food items onto the skewer once inserted, reducing the need for continuous manual intervention and enabling faster batch processing.
2Ease of operation
If frequent manual operations are performed, then adjustments and corrections can be made, but hygiene risks increase due to physical contact with food
Solution Approach 1:
The device introduces mechanical intermediaries (the holder, skewer, and pressing mechanism) that mediate between the operator and the food items. These components perform the functions of positioning, inserting, and securing food items, thereby minimizing direct physical contact between the operator's hands and the food while still allowing for operational adjustments.
3Productivity
If moving mechanical parts are used to automate the process, then productivity increases, but the threat of mechanical failures and operational issues arises
Solution Approach 1:
The device employs simple, controlled mechanical movements rather than complex automated systems. The holder can be manually positioned, the skewer can be inserted and removed, and the pressing mechanism can be activated as needed. This dynamic but simple design allows for easy maintenance and reduces the risk of mechanical failures while still improving productivity compared to fully manual methods.
4Manufacturing precision
If complex assembly work is required, then precise positioning can be achieved, but the device complexity and assembly time increase
Solution Approach 1:
The holder is pre-formed with recesses that are specifically shaped and positioned to accommodate various food items. This preliminary preparation of the holder structure eliminates the need for complex assembly during operation, as the recesses automatically provide the necessary positioning and alignment when food items are placed in the holder.
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AI summary
The present invention relates to a device for composing a series of satays, comprising a series of separate holders (8), wherein each holder is provided with a series of recesses, a horizontal frame 4) and a vertical frame (5), wherein the horizontal frame is suitable for horizontally moving the holders up to the vertical frame, wherein the vertical frame is suitable for separately moving each holder vertically upwards, wherein the holders are kept in a horizontal position. The present invention also relates to a method for composing a series of satays.