Abstract: An advanced cooktop, comprises of multiple burners 102 configured over cooktop 101 and linked to gas supply via a conduit 103, multiple pan supports 104 are attached over the cooktop 101 to position an utensil over the supports 104 in which a food item is to be cooked, a microphone 105 to give voice command regarding type of cooking, multiple motorized iris apertures to regulate concentration of the gas, an imaging unit 106 synced with a proximity sensor for detecting presence and distance of any person in proximity, a motorized circular sliding unit 107 arranged around each knobs 108 of the cooktop 101 that actuates to provide translation to a motorized clamp 109 configured with each of the sliding unit 107 to operate the knob and regulating the gas supply as user user’s voice input, an exhaust fan 113 to withdraw smoke produced during cooking of the food items.
Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0001] The present invention relates to an advanced cooktop that is capable of providing a means to enhance cooking efficiency, ensuring user safety by preventing contamination of burners, and providing a user-friendly interface for operation and maintenance.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0002] Cooktop plays an important role in modern kitchens, serving as a primary appliance for cooking and heating food. They provide a convenient and efficient means to prepare a variety of dishes, offering precise temperature control for different cooking techniques. Cooktops are essential in both residential and commercial settings, as they enable users to boil, fry, sauté, grill, and simmer food items. Moreover, their design and functionality have evolved over time, integrating advanced features such as induction heating, safety sensors, and energy-efficient technologies, which contribute to improved cooking experiences and reduced energy consumption.
[0003] Traditionally, users utilize tools such as cooktops for cooking food items, including gas stoves, electric stoves, and induction cooktops. These tools serve as essential appliances for preparing meals by providing a controlled heat source for various cooking methods like boiling, frying, simmering, and grilling. Gas stoves offer instant heat with adjustable flames, while electric stoves provide steady and uniform heating. Induction cooktops, on the other hand, use electromagnetic technology to directly heat the cooking vessel, enhancing energy efficiency and safety but often lacks in the versatility of gas and electric stoves in terms of cookware compatibility. Despite their differences, all three types of cooktops are commonly found in kitchens worldwide, catering to different cooking preferences and need.
[0004] US5535742A discloses a cooktop for a food cooking apparatus includes a cooking surface having a number of heating units, wherein the cooking surface is located within a well-defined by the surface and surrounded by walls on all four sides. The front wall at least prevents direct access to the cooking surface by a child standing on a floor surface in front of the apparatus, as a safety measure. The walls also serve to prevent a saucepan or other cooking utensil being pulled off the cooking surface, or accidentally dislodged. Also, any spilled food or the like will be constrained within the well and will not spill off the cooktop.
[0005] US10278238B2 discloses cooktop appliance apparatus for use in cooking. The appliance including a controller for controlling operation of the fan system based on an average power level supplied to a heating system, and based on a temperature measure associated with the one or more subsystems. The appliance including a hardware-implemented safety module comprising two or more temperature actuated safety circuits. The appliance including a user interface adapted to receive a user input with respect to operating parameters of the heating system, the user input including a heating control mode and a set temperature. The appliance including a controller adapted to identify a cooking vessel on an induction cooktop.
[0006] Conventionally, many devices are disclosed in the prior art that provides ways to automate certain aspects of cooking, such as gas flow regulation and heat control. However, these devices often lack in providing safety features, efficient cleaning mechanisms, and user-friendly interfaces that integrate voice commands, proximity detection, and automated maintenance for enhancing overall cooking efficiency and user experience.
[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a cooktop that requires to be capable of allowing the user to cook food items efficiently by providing automated control of gas flow, ensuring safety through advanced sensors, and accordingly adjust heat levels as per food items the user desires to cook for optimal performance and convenience.
OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION
[0008] The principal object of the present invention is to overcome the disadvantages of the prior art.
[0009] An object of the present invention is to develop a cooktop that is capable of enhancing cooking efficiency, ensuring user safety by preventing contamination of burners, and providing a user-friendly interface for operation and maintenance to cook the food items appropriately.
[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a cooktop that is capable of automating cooking processes through voice commands, regulating gas supply with precision, addressing safety hazards such as gas leaks to secure the user while cooking the food items.
[0011] Yet another object of the present invention is to develop a cooktop that is capable of controlling smoke extraction through activated carbon filtration, and ensuring the removal of moisture or debris to maintain optimal performance in cooking the food items.
[0012] The foregoing and other objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will become readily apparent upon further review of the following detailed description of the preferred embodiment as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0013] The present invention relates to an advanced cooktop that is capable of enhancing cooking efficiency by automating cooking processes through voice commands, regulating gas supply with precision, addressing safety hazards such as gas leaks for keeping the user safe during cooking the food items.
[0014] According to an embodiment of the present invention, an advanced cooktop, comprises of multiple burners configured over cooktop and linked to gas supply via a conduit, multiple pan supports are attached over the cooktop that is accessed by a user to position an utensil over the supports in which a food item is to be cooked, a microphone mapped over the cooktop to receive voice command of a user regarding type of cooking to be conducted in the utensil which includes simmering, melting, delicate cooking, searing, stir-frying, or boiling etc., a microcontroller linked with the microphone determines concentration of the gas required for cooking the food item, multiple motorized iris apertures installed over each of the burners to open and regulate concentration of the gas in accordance with the evaluated concentration, an artificial intelligence based imaging unit installed over the cooktop and synced with a proximity sensor for detecting presence and distance of any person in proximity, a computing accessed by the user to notify the user regarding receded proximity of the person, a motorized circular sliding unit installed over the cooktop and arranged around each knobs of the cooktop that actuates to provide translation to a motorized clamp configured with each of the sliding unit to operate the knob and regulating the gas supply as user user’s voice input, a vertical shaft installed over the cooktop via a motorized ball joint to position a cuboidal body attached with the shaft over the burner(s), an exhaust fan configured within the frame to withdraw smoke produced during cooking of the food items via an opening crafted over bottom portion of the body and configured with multiple grids.
[0015] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the proposed cooktop further comprises of multiple robotic arms installed with periphery of the cooktop to position a curved member configured with each of the arms, over the burners to prevent accumulation of dust over the burners, an inflatable tube attached around periphery of each of the members that are connected with an air compressor arranged with the cooktop to inflate the members to prevent entrance of the dust in the burners, a L-shaped pneumatic pin installed over the concave portion of each of the members via a ball and socket joint to extend and insert within the apertures to unclog the apertures and remove the debris, a gas sensor is installed over the cooktop to monitor gas leakage , multiple activated carbon pouches arranged within the body to absorb the withdrawn smoke, an air blower installed over the cooktop to remove the detected moisture, and a battery associated with cooktop for supplying power to all components of the cooktop to operate accordingly.
[0016] While the invention has been described and shown with particular reference to the preferred embodiment, it will be apparent that variations might be possible that would fall within the scope of the present invention.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0017] These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with regard to the following description, appended claims, and accompanying drawings where:
Figure 1 illustrates an isometric view of an advanced cooktop.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0018] The following description includes the preferred best mode of one embodiment of the present invention. It will be clear from this description of the invention that the invention is not limited to these illustrated embodiments but that the invention also includes a variety of modifications and embodiments thereto. Therefore, the present description should be seen as illustrative and not limiting. While the invention is susceptible to various modifications and alternative constructions, it should be understood, that there is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form disclosed, but, on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined in the claims.
[0019] In any embodiment described herein, the open-ended terms "comprising," "comprises,” and the like (which are synonymous with "including," "having” and "characterized by") may be replaced by the respective partially closed phrases "consisting essentially of," consists essentially of," and the like or the respective closed phrases "consisting of," "consists of, the like.
[0020] As used herein, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” designate both the singular and the plural, unless expressly stated to designate the singular only.
[0021] The present invention relates to an advanced cooktop that is capable of enhancing cooking efficiency, ensuring user safety by preventing contamination of burners for better operation and maintenance to cook the food items appropriately without any mismanagement.
[0022] Referring to Figure 1, an isometric view of an advanced cooktop is illustrated, comprising a cooktop 101 having burners 102 configured over the cooktop 101 and linked to gas supply via a conduit 103, multiple pan supports 104 attached over the cooktop 101, a microphone 105 mapped over the cooktop 101, an artificial intelligence based imaging unit 106 installed over the cooktop 101, a motorized circular sliding unit 107 installed over the cooktop 101 and arranged around each knobs 108 of the cooktop 101, a motorized clamp 109 configured with each of the sliding unit 107, a vertical shaft 110 installed over the cooktop 101 via a motorized ball joint 111.
[0023] Figure 1 further illustrates a cuboidal body 112 attached with the shaft 110, an exhaust fan 113 configured within the frame and configured with multiple grids 114, multiple robotic arms 115 installed with periphery of the cooktop 101, a curved member 116 configured with each of the arms 115, a L-shaped pneumatic pin 117 installed over the concave portion of each of the member 116, multiple activated carbon pouches 118 arranged within the body 112, and air blower 119 installed over the cooktop 101.
[0024] The proposed cooktop 101 comprises of a cooktop 101 encased with various components arrange in sequential manner that aids in cooking food items. Herein, multiple pan supports 104 are assembled over the cooktop 101 that is accessed by a user to position an utensil over the supports 104 in which a food item is to be cooked Upon securing the body 112 over a fixed surface, the user activates the cooktop 101 manually by pressing a switch button associated with the cooktop 101 and integrated with the cooktop 101. The button mentioned herein is a type of a switch that is internally connected with the cooktop 101 via multiple circuits that upon pressing by the user, the circuits get closed and starts conducting electricity that tends to activate the cooktop 101 and vice versa. After activation of the cooktop 101 by the user, a microcontroller associated with the cooktop 101 generates commands to operate the cooktop 101 accordingly.
[0025] After activating of the cooktop 101, the microcontroller activates a microphone 105 inbuilt over the cooktop 101 to give access to the user for giving voice command regarding type of cooking to be conducted in the utensil that includes simmering, melting, delicate cooking, searing, stir-frying, or boiling etc. The microphone 105 mentioned herein receives sound waves generated by energy emitted from the voice command in the form of vibrations. After then, the sound waves are transmitted towards a diaphragm configured with a coil. Upon transmitting the waves within the diaphragm, the diaphragm strikes with the waves due to which the coil starts moving the diaphragm with a back-and-forth movement in presence of magnetic field generated from the coil.
[0026] After that the electric signal is emitted from the coil due to back-and-forth movement of the diaphragm which is further transmitted to a microcontroller linked with the microphone 105 to process the signal to analyze the signal for detecting voice command given by the user. Upon processing the voice commands, the microcontroller determines concentration of the gas required for cooking the food item. For instance, after activating the cooktop 101, in the microphone 105 the user says, "Start simmering," to cook a stew at a gentle and consistent temperature or "Start searing," to quickly brown meat at high heat. Similarly, the user give command "Start melting" for softening butter or chocolate, "Start delicate cooking" for preparing sensitive dishes like custards, "Start stir-frying" for fast cooking with continuous stirring, or "Start boiling" to bring water or liquids to a high temperature. This voice-controlled unit simplifies the process by allowing precise adjustments in gas concentration based on the type of cooking required.
[0027] Based on the evaluation of the gas concentration, the microcontroller actuates multiple motorized iris apertures installed over each of the burners 102 to open and regulate concentration of the gas in accordance with the evaluated concentration. The iris aperture works by adjusting its opening size to regulate the flow of gas to the burner. It consists of overlapping metal blades or segments that is being expand or contract in a circular pattern, much like the iris in a camera lens. When the microcontroller actuates motorized mechanism integrated with the aperture, the blades either retract to create a larger opening for higher gas flow or close partially to reduce the flow. The adjustment is based on the evaluation of gas concentration data, ensuring optimal flame intensity for different cooking items. The controlling over gas supply aids in improving efficiency, safety, and cooking performance by maintaining the desired concentration.
[0028] During burning of the burner, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 106 synced with a proximity sensor integrated with the cooktop 101 to presence and distance of any person in proximity of the burner. The imaging unit 106 mentioned herein comprises of comprises of a camera and processor that works in collaboration to capture and process the images of the surrounding of the cooktop 101. The camera firstly captures multiple images of the surrounding, wherein the camera comprises of a body, electronic shutter, lens, lens aperture, image sensor, and imaging processor that works in sequential manner to capture images of the surrounding.
[0029] After capturing of the images by the camera, the shutter is automatically open due to which the reflected beam of light coming from the surrounding due to light is directed towards the lens aperture. After that the reflected light beam passes through the image sensor. The image sensor now analyzes the beam to retrieve signal from the beams which is further calibrate by the sensor to capture images of the surrounding in electronic signal. Upon capturing images, the imaging processor processes the electronic signal into digital image. When the image capturing is done, the processor associated with the imaging unit 106 processes the captured images by using a protocol of artificial intelligence to retrieve data from the captured image in the form of digital signal.
[0030] The detected data in the form of digital signal is now transmitted to the linked microcontroller based on which the microcontroller acquires the data to detect the presence of the person. Simultaneously, the proximity sensor detects the distance of the person from the burner, wherein the proximity sensor works by emitting and receiving signals to measure the distance of a person from the burner. The sensor operates using methods such as infrared detection, where emitted IR light reflects off the person. The time taken for the reflected signal to return is used to calculate the distance. This data is transmitted as a digital signal to the microcontroller, enabling precise detection of the distance of the person from the burner.
[0031] Based on detecting the distance of the person from the burner, if the detected distance recedes a threshold value pre-fed in database of the microcontroller, then the microcontroller directs the iris apertures to close and prevent burning the person. After that the microcontroller actuates a motorized circular sliding unit 107 installed over the cooktop 101 and arranged around each knobs 108 of the cooktop 101 to provide translation to a motorized clamp 109 configured with each of the sliding unit 107. The sliding unit 107 comprises of a sliding mechanism consists of rail coupled with a motor that is activated by the microcontroller to move the motorized clamp 109 to get positioned to control or adjust the cooktop's settings.
[0032] During positioning of the clamp 109 in proximity of the cooktop 101, a gas sensor is installed over the cooktop 101 detects gas leakage. The gas sensor works by detecting the presence of specific gases, such as methane or propane, in the air around the cooktop 101. The gas sensor typically uses technologies like semiconductor sensors, which measure changes in electrical resistance when gas molecules interact with the sensor, catalytic bead sensors that detect combustion gases by measuring temperature changes that generate an electrical current in response to a chemical reaction with the gas. When the sensor detects any gas leakage, it sends a signal to the microcontroller based on that the microcontroller actuates the sliding unit 107 and to turn off the gas supply by operating the knobs 108 via the clamp 109.
[0033] For adjustment of the burners 102, the user accesses the microphone 105 to give voice command regarding regulating gas supply to any particular of the burners 102, based on that the microcontroller actuates a specific the clamp 109 to grip the knob. The clamp 109 works by utilizing mechanical gripping mechanism to securely hold and adjust the knobs 108 of the burners 102. When the user gives the voice command to regulate the gas supply to a specific burner, the microcontroller directs the clamp 109 to move into position around the burner knob. The clamp's mechanism then either tightens or loosens its grip on the knob to adjust the setting, such as increasing or decreasing the gas flow. After that sliding unit 107 translates the particular clamp 109 to operate the gripped knob and regulating the gas supply as user user’s voice input for cooking the food. Additionally, if the detected distance, if the receded proximity of the person, the microcontroller sends an alert notification to a computing accessed by the user to notify the user regarding receded proximity of the person.
[0034] The computing unit mentioned herein includes but not limited to a mobile and laptop that comprises a processor where the alert received from the microcontroller is stored to process and retrieve the output data in order to display in the computing unit. The microcontroller is wirelessly linked with the computing unit via a communication module which includes but not limited to Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) module, Bluetooth module. GSM (Global System for Mobile communication). The communication module acts as a medium between various electronic unit for establishing communication between the computing unit and cooktop 101 to notify the user regarding receded proximity of the person.
[0035] During cooking of the food, the microcontroller actuates a motorized ball joint 111 integrated with a vertical shaft 110 installed over the cooktop 101 to position a cuboidal body 112 attached with the shaft 110 over the burner(s). The ball and socket joint consists of a spherical ball that fits into a socket, allowing for multi-directional movement and flexibility. Herein, the ball joint 111 to pivot in various directions along multiple axes, providing smooth and precise positioning. The ball joint 111 is integrated with a vertical shaft 110, which is motorized and controlled by the microcontroller. When activated, the microcontroller adjusts the motorized ball joint 111 to position the cuboidal body 112 (work as heat shield, protective cover, or cooking accessory) over the burner.
[0036] An exhaust fan 113 herein is configured within the frame to withdraw smoke produced during cooking of the food items via an opening crafted over bottom portion of the body 112 and configured with multiple grids 114. The exhaust fan 113 works by drawing in air through the opening at the bottom portion of the cuboidal body 112, which is configured with multiple grids 114 to filter and direct the airflow. When the fan 113 is activated, the fan 113 creates suction, pulling in smoke, steam, and odors produced during cooking. The exhaust fan 113 utilizes a motor to rotate the fan blades, creating negative pressure that draws the smoke and air into the surrounding. The air is then filtered through the grids 114, which may include filters to trap grease, particles, and other contaminants before the air is expelled through an exhaust duct or vent. This process helps maintain a clean cooking environment by efficiently removing smoke and odors from the cooktop area
[0037] Additionally, if the burners 102 are in turned-off state as detected by the microcontroller via the imaging unit 106, then the microcontroller actuates multiple robotic arms 115 installed with periphery of the cooktop 101 to position a curved member 116 configured with each of the arms 115 over the burners 102 to prevent accumulation of dust over the burners 102. The robotic arm 115 comprises of series of articulated joints, motors, and actuators that enable precise movement and positioning. Each arm 115 is designed to extend, rotate, and adjust its position around the cooktop 101. The arms 115 are controlled by the microcontroller, which sends commands based on data from the imaging unit 106, detecting whether the burners 102 are off. The robotic arm’s motors and joints allow for flexible movement, ensuring the curved member 116 accurately cover the burners 102, preventing the accumulation of dust and debris.
[0038] Simultaneously, the microcontroller actuates an air compressor arranged with the cooktop 101 and paired with an inflatable tube attached around periphery of each of the members 116 to inflate the members 116 to prevent entrance of the dust in the burners 102. The air compressor works by drawing in air and pressurizing it within a sealed chamber, using a motor-driven piston or rotary mechanism. This compressed air is then directed through a valve unit to inflate the inflatable tubes. When the microcontroller activates the air compressor, the compressed air inflates the tubes, causing the members 116 (curved covers) to expand and create a seal over the burners 102 that prevents dust and debris from entering the burners 102, ensuring they remain clean and free from obstruction.
[0039] Additionally, if the microcontroller via the imaging unit 106 determines accumulation of debris in the apertures, then the microcontroller actuates a pneumatic unit integrated with a L-shaped pneumatic pin 117 installed over the concave portion of each of the members 116 via a ball and socket joint to extend and insert within the apertures to unclog the apertures and remove the debris. The pneumatic unit comprises of an air compressor, air cylinder, air valves i.e. Inlet and outlet valve and piston that works in collaboration to aid extension and retraction of the pin 117. The air compressor is coupled with a motor that gets activated by the microcontroller to compress the air from surroundings upon entering from the inlet valve to compressed and pumped out via the outlet valve. The air valve allows entry or exit of the compressed air from the compressor. Furthermore, the valve opens and the compressed air enters inside the cylinder thereby increasing the air pressure of the cylinder.
[0040] The piston is connected to the cylinder and due to the increase in the air pressure, the piston moves. And upon closing of the valve, the compressed air exit out from the cylinder thereby decreasing the air pressure of the cylinder. The increasing and decreasing of the air pressure from the cylinder aids in movement of the piston in a to and fro direction that turns in extending and retracting the pin 117 for inserting within the apertures to unclog the apertures and remove the debris from the burners.
[0041] Multiple activated carbon pouches 118 arranged within the body 112 to absorb the withdrawn smoke. The pouches 118 works by adsorbing smoke, odors, and other airborne contaminants from the air that passes through them. The activated carbon, also known as activated charcoal, has a highly porous surface area that attracts and traps particles and gases through a process called adsorption. As the air containing smoke is drawn into the pouches 118, the activated carbon captures and holds the smoke particles and volatile compounds, effectively filtering and purifying the air. This process helps remove odors and impurities from the air, ensuring that the cooktop 101 area remains clean and free from smoke while cooking.
[0042] Moreover, if the microcontroller via the imaging unit 106 determines presence of water over the cooktop 101 in turned off state, then the microcontroller actuates an air blower 119 installed over the cooktop 101 to remove the detected moisture. The air blower 119 comprises of rimed fan 113 that generates a strong flow of air to remove moisture from the cooktop 101. It typically includes a high-speed fan, which is driven by a motor, and is positioned strategically over the cooktop 101 to direct air precisely where moisture is detected. When the microcontroller, via the imaging unit 106, detects the presence of water on the cooktop in it turned-off state, it activates the air blower 119. The blower 119 then circulates air rapidly across the cooktop’s surface, evaporating or blowing away the moisture, ensuring the cooktop stays dry and free of water accumulation
[0043] A battery (not shown in figure) is associated with the cooktop 101 to offer power to all electrical and electronic components necessary for their correct operation. The battery is linked to the microcontroller and provides (DC) Direct Current to the microcontroller. And then, based on the order of operations, the microcontroller sends that current to those specific electrical or electronic components so they effectively carry out their appropriate functions.
[0044] The present invention works best in following manner that includes the burners 102 configured over the cooktop 101 and linked to gas supply via a conduit 103. Herein, the multiple pan supports 104 is accessed by a user to position a utensil over the supports 104 in which a food item is to be cooked. The user firstly accesses the microphone 105 to give voice command regarding type of cooking to be conducted in the utensil which includes simmering, melting, delicate cooking, searing, stir-frying, or boiling etc., and based on the type of cooking the microcontroller linked with the microphone 105 determines concentration of the gas required for cooking the food item and actuates the motorized iris apertures to open and regulate concentration of the gas in accordance with the evaluated concentration. Herein, the artificial intelligence based imaging unit 106 synced with a proximity sensor determines presence and distance of any person in proximity and in case of detection of receded proximity than a threshold value, the microcontroller directs the iris apertures to close to prevent burning the person. Also, the motorized circular sliding unit 107 to provide translation to the motorized clamp 109 and in case the user via the microphone 105 provides command regarding regulating gas supply to any particular of the burners 102, the microcontroller actuates a specific the clamp 109 to grip the knob corresponding to the particular burner followed by actuation of the sliding unit 107 to translate the particular clamp 109 to operate the gripped knob and regulating the gas supply as user user’s voice input. Also, the motorized ball joint 111 that actuates to position the cuboidal body 112 over the burner(s). Herein, the exhaust fan 113 actuates to withdraw smoke produced during cooking of the food items via the opening.
[0045] Although the field of the invention has been described herein with limited reference to specific embodiments, this description is not meant to be construed in a limiting sense. Various modifications of the disclosed embodiments, as well as alternate embodiments of the invention, will become apparent to persons skilled in the art upon reference to the description of the invention.
, C , Claims:1) An advanced cooktop, comprising a cooktop 101 positioned over a fixed surface, characterized in that:
i) plurality of burners 102 configured over said cooktop 101 and linked to gas supply via a conduit 103, wherein multiple pan supports 104 are attached over said cooktop 101 that is accessed by a user to position a utensil over said supports 104 in which a food item is to be cooked;
ii) a microphone 105 mapped over said cooktop 101 to receive voice command of a user regarding type of cooking to be conducted in said utensil which includes simmering, melting, delicate cooking, searing, stir-frying, or boiling etc., wherein based on said type of cooking a microcontroller linked with said microphone 105 determines concentration of said gas required for cooking said food item;
iii) plurality of motorized iris apertures installed over each of said burners 102 that are actuated by said microcontroller to open and regulate concentration of said gas in accordance with said evaluated concentration;
iv) an artificial intelligence based imaging unit 106 installed over said cooktop 101 and synced with a proximity sensor for capturing and processing images of surroundings, wherein based on said captured images, said microcontroller determines presence and distance of any person in proximity and in case of detection of receded proximity than a threshold value, said microcontroller directs said iris apertures to close to prevent burning said person;
v) a motorized circular sliding unit 107 installed over said cooktop 101 and arranged around each knobs 108 of said cooktop 101 that actuates to provide translation to a motorized clamp 109 configured with each of said sliding unit 107, wherein in case said user via said microphone 105 provides command regarding regulating gas supply to any particular of said burners 102, said microcontroller actuates a specific said clamp 109 to grip said knob corresponding to said particular burner followed by actuation of said sliding unit 107 to translate said particular clamp 109 to operate said gripped knob and regulating said gas supply as user user’s voice input; and
vi) a vertical shaft 110 installed over said cooktop 101 via a motorized ball joint 111 that actuates to position a cuboidal body 112 attached with said shaft 110 over said burner(s), wherein an exhaust fan 113 is configured within said frame that actuates to withdraw smoke produced during cooking of said food items via an opening crafted over bottom portion of said body 112 and configured with plurality of grids 114.
2) The cooktop 101 as claimed in claim 1, wherein in case of detection of receded proximity of said person, said microcontroller sends an alert notification to a computing accessed by said user to notify said user regarding receded proximity of said person.
3) The cooktop 101 as claimed in claim 1, wherein plurality of robotic arms 115 installed with periphery of said cooktop 101 and directed by said microcontroller only in case of detection of turned-off condition of said burners 102 to position a curved member 116 configured with each of said arms 115, over said burners 102 to prevent accumulation of dust over said burners 102.
4) The cooktop 101 as claimed in claim 1 and 3, wherein an inflatable tube attached around periphery of each of said members 116 that are connected with an air compressor arranged with said cooktop 101 that are actuated by said microcontroller to inflate said members 116 to prevent entrance of said dust in said burners 102.
5) The cooktop 101 as claimed in claim 1, wherein in case said microcontroller based on output of said imaging unit 106 determines accumulation of debris in said apertures, said microcontroller actuates a L-shaped pneumatic pin 117 installed over said concave portion of each of said members 116 via a ball and socket joint to extend and insert within said apertures to unclog said apertures and remove said debris.
6) The cooktop 101 as claimed in claim 1, wherein a gas sensor is installed over said cooktop 101 to monitor gas leakage and in case of detection of gas leakage, said microcontroller actuates said sliding unit 107 and to turn off said gas supply by operating said knobs 108 via said clamp 109.
7) The cooktop 101 as claimed in claim 1, wherein plurality of activated carbon pouches 118 arranged within said body 112 to absorb said withdrawn smoke.
8) The cooktop 101 as claimed in claim 1, wherein in case said microcontroller via said imaging unit 106 determines presence of water over said cooktop 101 in turned off state, said microcontroller actuates an air blower 119 installed over said cooktop 101 to remove said detected moisture.
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