Vorwerk has been granted a patent for a kitchen appliance with reduced insertion forces for users. The appliance includes a base with electrical interface and a preparation module with counter-interface. Power contacts and auxiliary contacts are designed to be electrically connected at different times, improving user experience. GlobalData’s report on Vorwerk gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
According to GlobalData’s company profile on Vorwerk, was a key innovation area identified from patents. Vorwerk's grant share as of February 2024 was 53%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Kitchen appliance with improved electrical contact design
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11901682B2) discloses a novel kitchen appliance comprising a base with electrical interfaces and receiving regions, along with preparation modules featuring electrical counter-interfaces. The unique design ensures that power contacts and auxiliary contacts are electrically connected at different times, enhancing safety and efficiency. The power contacts and auxiliary contacts are strategically positioned on circular paths at varying angular positions or different radii, allowing for optimal electrical contact between components. Additionally, the appliance includes movable elements that transition from rest to contact positions, improving user experience and functionality.
Furthermore, the patent details the construction of the power contacts, auxiliary contacts, and counter-contacts from electrically conductive materials, with specialized coatings to reduce transition resistance. The appliance incorporates a drive unit to facilitate movement of these components, enhancing overall performance. Notably, the kitchen appliance base includes locking elements for securing preparation modules in different orientations, ensuring a secure fit during operation. The locking mechanism involves positive-locking interactions between elements, enabling rotational movements for effective locking and unlocking. Overall, the patented kitchen appliance offers a sophisticated and innovative design that prioritizes safety, efficiency, and user convenience in culinary settings.
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