Universal Hob Mounting Element for Multi-Module Fastening
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing cooking hobs require multiple differently designed holding elements for various functional modules, increasing production costs due to the need for numerous tools and components.
Innovation Solution
A universal holding arrangement with adaptable holding elements featuring multiple designed holding areas allows for secure attachment of differently sized functional modules using various fastening types, eliminating the need for multiple holding elements and enabling automatic assembly.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If multiple differently designed holding elements are used for various functional modules, then each functional module can be securely fastened according to its specific dimensions and structure, but the number of components increases and production costs rise
Solution Approach 1:
The holding element is designed as a universal component with multiple holding areas of different designs on its surface. This allows a single holding element type to accommodate various functional modules (heating devices, display units, control panels) with different dimensions and structural requirements, eliminating the need for multiple specialized holding elements while maintaining secure fastening for each module type
2Reliability
If multiple differently designed holding elements are used for various functional modules, then each functional module can be securely fastened according to its specific dimensions and structure, but production costs increase due to the need for numerous tools
Solution Approach 1:
By designing a universal holding element that can accommodate multiple functional modules through its various holding areas, the invention reduces the number of different component types that need to be manufactured. This standardization decreases production costs and reduces the variety of tools required in the manufacturing process, while still providing secure fastening for different module types
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AI summary
The invention relates to a maintaining device for a hob (1), which is used to maintain at least function module (15, 15' , 15") on the lower side (2) of the hob (1). Said maintaining device comprises at least one maintaining element (3) which can be connected to the lower side (2) of the hob (1), and comprises a first maintaining area (7) which is used to maintain a first function module (15). The maintaining element (3) comprises at least one second maintaining area (10, 13) which is used to maintain a second function module (15' , 15"), which is different from the first function module (15), in order to mount said function modules in a simple and economical manner.