Abstract: An automated eggs processing assistive device, comprising a hollow cylindrical body 101 installed with a hinged lid 102 to open/ close mouth portion of the body 101, an electronic valve connected to a water storage receptacle 103 provided on the body 101 for dispensing water, plurality of elongated chambers 104 positioned on the body 101 containing eggs of different types, a heating unit 106 housed on the body 101 to boil water, a motorized iris unit 107 provided on the body 101 to open and drain waste water which is collected inside a receptacle 122 provided beneath the body 101, a pair of vertical plates 108 mounted on the body 101 via extendable horizontal rods 109 and configured with a rack and pinion assembly 110 that allows the plates 108 to move in alternating directions for shell removal.
Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0001] The present invention relates to an automated eggs processing assistive device that is capable of performing a series of egg preparation tasks, including boiling, deshelling, separating yolk from egg white and dispensing the prepared egg(s), in a precise, hygienic and user-customizable manner based on specific dietary requirements and user preference.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0002] Eggs are a widely consumed source of nutrition across the globe, valued for their rich content of proteins, vitamins, and essential nutrients. They form a staple component in various diets and are prepared in numerous ways to suit personal taste, medical needs, or cultural preferences. Boiled eggs, in particular, are one of the most common and convenient forms of preparation due to their simplicity and health benefits. However, the process of boiling eggs to the desired consistency, peeling them effectively, and separating the yolk when necessary, often requires attention to detail and manual effort. Inconsistencies in boiling time, incorrect water levels, or difficulty in peeling can lead to poorly prepared eggs, especially for individuals with limited time or physical constraints.
[0003] Traditionally, the process of preparing eggs for consumption involves multiple manual steps such as boiling, peeling off the eggshells, and separating the yolk from the egg white as per dietary preferences. These operations are often time-consuming, inconsistent, and may pose challenges for individuals with limited dexterity, busy schedules, or specific nutritional requirements. Hence, there is a need a device that is able to intelligently handle the entire workflow of egg preparation, from boiling to final dispensing while adapting to user preferences, ensuring precision, and maintaining hygiene.
[0004] CN208941787U relates to a kind of boiled egg kettle, including kettle body, pot lid, pedestal, handle and partition, kettle body lower end be equipped with pedestal, kettle body upper end is equipped with pot lid, kettle body upper end is equipped with handle, and kettle body intracavity is hollow shape structure, is equipped with partition in kettle body intracavity, partition is structure as a whole with kettle body, partition is S-shaped partition, and kettle body intracavity is divided into heat up water chamber and boiled egg chamber by partition, and intracavitary be equipped with of boiled egg accommodates frame, boiled egg cavity wall is equipped with card slot, accommodates frame and matches with card slot.The utility model proposes kettles to form two mutually independent cavitys by S-shaped partition, realize the integration of boiled egg and boiling water, simultaneously, by the cooperation for accommodating frame and card slot, facilitate the taking-up of egg, avoid injury of the temperature excessively to the skin of human body, it is dual-purpose which can be realized a pot, time saving power saving.
[0005] CN2881735Y relates to an egg boiling apparatus with timer which comprises a shell and three timing buttons on the shell which are used to set time. A time control circuit board is arranged in the shell right beneath the buttons. A speaker is wired onto the circuit. A cell box is provided in the shell. A LED indicator light is provided on the timing buttons. The utility model adopts three buttons to set three different time intervals to control the timed alarm. When one of the buttons is pushed down and the match time interval is over, the speaker gives alarm to indicate that the time is over and the boiling can be stopped. The three-time intervals are respectively for three conditions of the egg, i.e. the yolk has not solid, the yolk is soft and the yolk is completely solid. The time interval can be chosen according to different favors.
[0006] Conventionally, many devices have been developed to aid in boiling and preparing eggs, including egg kettles and timer-based boiling apparatuses. These existing devices typically perform basic tasks such as boiling eggs for a set duration or enabling safe egg handling. However, they often require manual user intervention at several stages, such as adding water, selecting boiling time, removing eggshells, separating yolks, and cleaning the unit.
[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a device that requires to manage the complete egg processing workflow in a user-friendly, hygienic, and intelligent manner. In addition, the developed device also needs to be capable of boiling eggs with precision, removing shells efficiently, separating egg components when needed, and cleaning itself after use, all while allowing customization based on user-specific dietary data and preferences.
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 device that enable processing of egg(s), including boiling, deshelling and yolk separation from the egg(s) as per a user’s requirements and without any manual intervention.
[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that regulates water quantity and boiling time based on the number and type of egg(s) to ensure optimal preparation.
[0011] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that removes shells from the boiled egg(s) through mechanical agitation, thereby eliminating the need for manual deshelling.
[0012] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that cleanse and rinsing the interior of the device after the completion of boiled egg(s) preparation.
[0013] Yet another object of the present invention is to develop a device that access and analyze user-specific data, including dietary requirements, daily routines, and prescribed medical conditions, in order to determine and recommend the appropriate number and type of egg(s) to be processed, and to notify the user at suitable times for consumption based on their health and schedule.
[0014] 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
[0015] The present invention relates to an automated eggs processing assistive device that is designed to perform a sequence of operations including boiling, shell removal, yolk separation from egg(s) as per a requirement of a user in a fully automated and controlled manner.
[0016] According to an embodiment of the present invention, an automated eggs processing assistive device, comprises of a hollow cylindrical body installed with a hinged lid to allow a user to open/ close mouth portion of the body, a communication module integrated with an inbuilt microcontroller for establishing a wireless connection between the microcontroller and a computing unit accessed by a user for providing input regarding processing of egg(s), an electronic valve connected to a water storage receptacle provided on the body to open for dispensing water inside the body, plurality of elongated chambers positioned on outer periphery of the body containing eggs of different types, each chamber including a motorized gate unit that dispenses a single egg from each chamber at a time into the body after the water is filled, a heating unit housed on a base portion of the body to initiate boiling of water, a timer module monitor time duration of boiling of the egg(s), a motorized iris unit provided on a base portion of the body to open and drain waste water post boiling of egg(s) which is collected inside a receptacle provided beneath the body, a pair of vertical plates mounted on each side of body via extendable horizontal rods, wherein rack and pinion assembly integrated into each plate, wherein a motorized rack and pinion assembly allowing the plates to move in alternating directions for effective shell removal from the boiled egg(s).
[0017] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the device further comprises of a hydraulic pusher provided inside the body integrated with a rectangular panel to push a boiled egg out of the body via a motorized sliding gate provided on a bottom lateral portion of the body, a tray installed in continuation with the sliding gate to collect the boiled egg, a L-shaped telescopic link attached to outer periphery of the body and integrated with a U-shaped unit via a motorized ball-and-socket joint, motorized blades are provided at the edges of the U-shaped unit to grip and rotate the egg upon exit from the body, causing top white part of egg to move upwards and yolk to be separated from egg white, a suction unit attached to tray via the L-shaped pole to lift yolk after separation and transport the yolk to a designated box provided with the tray, a vessel filled with salt and equipped with a sprinkler unit to dispense salt into the boiling water, a level sensor integrated inside the body to detect level of water filled inside the body, a motorized disc installed on a bottom portion of the lid via a telescopically operated bar and equipped with plurality of bristles to rotate for scrubbing inner portion of the body and an odor sensor is embedded inside the body which detects presence of any undesirable odors from the egg(s).
[0018] 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
[0019] 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 automated eggs processing assistive device.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0020] 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.
[0021] 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.
[0022] 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.
[0023] The present invention relates to an automated eggs processing assistive device that is capable of executing a series of operations such as boiling of egg(s), removal of eggshells, separation of yolk from the egg white and dispensing of processed eggs to allow a user to consume the eggs while also accommodating user preferences and dietary needs, thereby offering an efficient solution for egg preparation.
[0024] Referring to Figure 1, an isometric view of an automated eggs processing assistive device is illustrated, comprising a hollow cylindrical body 101 installed with a hinged lid 102, an electronic valve connected to a water storage receptacle 103 provided on the body 101, plurality of elongated chambers 104 positioned on outer periphery of the body 101, a heating unit 106 housed on a base portion of the body 101, a motorized iris unit 107 provided on a base portion of the body 101, a receptacle 122 provided beneath the body 101, a pair of vertical plates 108 mounted on each side of body 101 via extendable horizontal rods 109, a rack and pinion assembly 110 integrated into each plate 108, a hydraulic pusher 111 provided inside the body 101 integrated with a rectangular panel.
[0025] Figure 1 further illustrates a motorized sliding gate 112 provided on a bottom lateral portion of the body 101, a tray 113 installed in continuation with the sliding gate 112, a L-shaped telescopic link 114 attached to outer periphery of the body 101 and integrated with a U-shaped unit 115, a motorized blades 116 are provided at the edges of the U-shaped unit 115, a suction unit 117 attached to tray 113 via the L-shaped pole 118, a vessel 119 filled with salt and equipped with a sprinkler unit installed within the body 101 and a motorized disc 120 installed on a bottom portion of the lid 102 via a telescopically operated bar 121 and equipped with plurality of bristles.
[0026] The present invention relates to a hollow cylindrical body 101 adapted to be positioned over a resting surface, wherein the body 101 is made up of a high-strength, heat-resistant, and food-grade polymer such as polypropylene (PP) or polycarbonate (PC) reinforced with a stainless-steel inner lining to ensure structural integrity under varying thermal conditions and to maintain hygiene standards during egg processing. The body 101 is installed with a hinged lid 102 to allow a user to open/ close mouth portion of the body 101 as per requirement.
[0027] A communication module is integrated with an inbuilt microcontroller to enable wireless connectivity between the microcontroller and a computing unit, which is accessed by a user to input commands or preferences related to the processing of egg(s). The communication module includes, but not limited to Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) module, Bluetooth module, GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication) module for establishing a wireless network between the microcontroller and the computing unit. The computing unit used herein is capable of computing operations according to the user’s desire with the help of a user interface and thus the user remotely control the device as per the requirement.
[0028] The microcontroller on processing user’s input commands, activates an electronic valve connected to a water storage receptacle 103 provided on the to open for dispensing an optimum amount of water inside the body 101, based on number and type of egg(s) the user desires to process. The electronic valve comprises of an upper body 101 that serves to hold down all the components present inside the valve including a permanent magnet that is incorporated with a shaft, a thread, a needle, and a seat to carry out the specified function of opening and closing the valve. A stepper motor equipped with copper coils is used in the electronic valve to ensure smooth movement inside the valve when water are dispensed within the body 101. The valve further includes a holder to hold down all the components aside from the motor and coil to maintain the longevity of the motor and is connected with the microcontroller to dispense the necessary amount of water within the body 101 as per the number and type of egg(s).
[0029] A plurality of elongated chambers 104 are positioned along the outer periphery of the cylindrical body 101, with each chamber 104 configured to store eggs of a specific type. Each of these chambers 104 is equipped with a motorized gate unit 105 that is controlled by the microcontroller to dispense one egg at a time into the interior of the body 101. After filling the body 101 with the water, the microcontroller actuates the motorized gate unit 105 to open, wherein the motorized gate unit 105 operates on an electromechanical principle and primarily comprises a compact DC motor, a gear assembly, a rotating shaft, and a hinged flap.
[0030] Upon receiving an actuation signal from the microcontroller, electrical current is supplied to the DC motor, which drives the gear assembly to control the rotational or linear movement of the shaft. This movement is transferred to the gate unit 105 to direct rotating a hinged flap to open a passage through which a single egg is dispensed from the chamber 104 into the body 101 at a time.
[0031] A level sensor is embedded within the body 101 to monitor the amount of water present inside the body 101. The level sensor comprises of an infrared (IR) emitter and a photodiode. The sensor detects the presence of water by measuring the intensity of infrared light that is reflected back into the photodiode. The received intensity of the infrared light is then sent in the form of electrical signal to the microcontroller and thus the microcontroller detects the level of water inside the body 101. Based on the detected water level, the microcontroller controls the actuation of the electronic valve, ensuring that only the optimal quantity of water is dispensed into the body 101 as required for processing the egg(s).
[0032] After dispensing the egg(s) into the body 101, the microcontroller activate a heating unit 106 positioned over a base portion of the body 101 to initiate boiling of water. The heating unit 106 consists of a coil such that as current is passed through the coil, the coil becomes hot and produces heat energy. This heat energy of the heating unit 106 is transferred to the wire thereby heating the water. The heating unit 106 is actuated by the microcontroller in order to regulate the temperature of the heating unit 106 required for heating the egg(s).
[0033] A timer module is embedded within the microcontroller to track the duration of the egg boiling process, wherein the microcontroller adjusts the operation of the heating unit 106 based on the type and quantity of egg(s) being processed, thereby ensuring precise timing and optimal preparation results. The timer module integrated within the microcontroller functions using an internal oscillator, a counter register and a control logic unit. The oscillator generates consistent clock pulses that are counted by the counter register to measure elapsed time. When the user inputs the type and number of eggs to be processed, the microcontroller references preset timing parameters stored in its memory corresponding to different egg types (e.g., soft-boiled, hard-boiled).
[0034] The control logic unit initializes the counter at the beginning of the heating cycle and continuously monitors the pulse count to track the duration of boiling. Once the counter reaches the pre-defined value indicating the desired boiling time, the microcontroller sends a signal to deactivate the heating unit 106. This precise timekeeping ensures that the eggs are boiled according to user preferences, providing consistent and optimal preparation.
[0035] A vessel 119 containing salt is provided with an integrated sprinkler unit that dispenses salt into the boiling water, wherein the user is able to choose to activate or deactivate the salt dispensing function through a command input on the computing unit. If the user provide input commands regarding dispensing of the salt into the boiling water, the microcontroller actuates the sprinkler unit to dispense the salt. The sprinkler unit operates based on a motorized dispensing arrangement that includes a small rotary actuator and a distribution nozzle. When the user selects the salt dispensing function via the computing unit, the microcontroller processes this command and activates the actuator. This action either rotates a perforated disc or opens a valve connected to the salt reservoir, allowing a measured quantity of salt to pass through the nozzle and into the boiling water.
[0036] After completion of the egg boiling process, the microcontroller actuates a motorized iris unit 107 positioned at a base portion of the body 101 to open for allowing waste water to be drained from the body 101. The iris unit 107 comprises of a ring and a blade with multiple protrusions. The ring is fabricated with multiple grooves. The protrusions on the blades engage with the grooves on the ring in order to link the movement of the ring and blades. As the ring rotates, the protrusions move within the grooves to open or close the lid 102 according to the degree of rotation of the ring. The ring is installed with the motor that is actuated by the microcontroller for rotating the ring with a specified speed to regulate the opening of the iris unit 107 open for allowing waste water to be drained from the body 101 and collected into a receptacle 122 disposed beneath the body 101.
[0037] A pair of vertical plates 108 mounted on opposite sides of the body 101 through extendable horizontal rods 109, each connected to a motorized rack and pinion assembly 110 configured between the respective rod 109 and plate 108, wherein the assembly 110 facilitates alternating movement of the plates 108 to effectively remove the shell from the boiled egg(s). After boiling of the egg(s), the microcontroller actuates the extendable horizontal rods 109 to extend the vertical plates 108 towards the boiled egg(s). The extendable rod 109 is linked to a pneumatic unit, including an air compressor, air cylinders, air valves and piston which works in collaboration to aid in extension and retraction of the extendable rod 109.
[0038] The pneumatic unit is operated by the microcontroller. Such that the microcontroller actuates valve to allow passage of compressed air from the compressor within the cylinder, the compressed air further develops pressure against the piston and results in pushing and extending the piston. The piston is connected with the extendable rod 109 and due to applied pressure, the extendable rod 109 extends and similarly, the microcontroller retracts the extendable rod 109 by closing the valve resulting in retraction of the piston. Thus, the microcontroller regulates the extension/retraction of the extendable rod 109 in order to position the plate 108 in contact with the egg(s).
[0039] The microcontroller then actuates the motorized rack and pinion assembly 110 to provide movement of the vertical plates 108 in alternating directions to facilitate mechanical agitation against the surface of the boiled egg(s) for effective shell removal. The motorized rack and pinion assembly 110 operates using a combination of an electric motor, a circular gear (pinion), and a linear gear (rack). When the microcontroller sends an activation signal, the electric motor drives the rotation of the pinion. The rotational motion of the pinion gear engages with the teeth of the linear rack, converting the rotational movement into linear motion.
[0040] This linear motion is transferred to the vertical plate 108 attached to the rack, causing it to move horizontally. To enable alternating motion, the assembly 110 is configured with either a pair of synchronized motors or a reversing polarity circuit that changes the direction of the motor's rotation. As the vertical plates 108 on either side move in opposite directions, they apply mechanical force against the surface of the boiled egg(s), gently cracking and dislodging the shell for effective removal.
[0041] After removal of the shells from the eggs, the microcontroller actuates a hydraulic pusher 111 arranged inside the body 101 and coupled to a front-facing rectangular panel to extend and push the boiled egg out of the body 101 through a motorized sliding gate 112 located on a lower lateral side of the body 101. The hydraulic pusher 111 is powered by a hydraulic unit consisting of a hydraulic cylinder, hydraulic compressor, hydraulic valve and piston that work in collaboration for providing the required extension/retraction to the panel.
[0042] Such that the microcontroller actuates the valve to allow passage of hydraulic fluid from the compressor within the cylinder, the hydraulic fluid further develops pressure against the piston and results in pushing and extending the piston. The piston is connected with the panel and due to applied pressure, the panel extends and similarly, the microcontroller retracts the panel by closing the valve resulting in retraction of the piston. The microcontroller regulates the extension/retraction of the panel for allowing the panel to push the boiled egg out of the body 101 through the motorized sliding gate 112.
[0043] Simultaneously, the microcontroller actuates the motorized sliding gate 112 to open, allowing the hydraulic pusher 111 to drive the boiled egg out of the body 101 and over a tray 113 installed in continuation with the sliding gate 112 to collect the boiled egg. The motorized sliding gate 112 works using a small electric motor connected to the gate through a sliding rail or track. When the microcontroller sends a signal, the motor turns and moves the gate sideways along the track to open or close, thus the gate automatically open so the egg(s) are pushed out by the hydraulic pusher 111, and then close again after the egg(s) are released and collected into the tray 113.
[0044] An L-shaped telescopic link 114 is mounted on the outer periphery of the body 101 and connected to a U-shaped unit 115 through a motorized ball-and-socket joint. The telescopic link 114 is required to position the U-shaped unit 115 towards the egg, wherein the telescopic link 114 is linked to a pneumatic unit, including an air compressor, air cylinders, air valves and piston which works in collaboration to aid in extension and retraction of the link 114 to position the U-shaped unit 115 towards the egg.
[0045] The edges of the U-shaped unit 115 are equipped with motorized blades 116 that are activated by the microcontroller to grip and rotate the egg as the egg(s) to lift the top white portion of the egg and enabling the separation of the yolk from the egg white. The motorized blades 116 operate using compact electric motors connected to the blades 116 via small shafts. When the microcontroller sends an activation signal, the motors rotate the blades 116 in a controlled manner. These blades 116 are strategically positioned at the edges of the U-shaped unit 115 to gently grip the egg from both sides. As the blades 116 rotate, they apply a twisting motion to the egg, which causes the upper white portion to shift upward due to the internal structure of the egg. This motion creates a natural separation between the denser yolk and the surrounding egg white, allowing the yolk to remain intact while the white moves away, aiding in effective yolk isolation.
[0046] After separation of egg white from the yolk, the microcontroller actuates an L-shaped telescopic pole 118 configured with a suction unit 117 mounted on the tray 113 to extend and position the suction unit 117 over the yolk. The telescopic pole 118 is linked to a pneumatic unit, including an air compressor, air cylinders, air valves and piston which works in collaboration to aid in extension and retraction of the pole 118 to position the suction unit 117 over the yolk. The suction unit 117 consists of a vacuum pump and a sealed chamber. When activated by the microcontroller, the vacuum pump creates a negative pressure within the sealed chamber by drawing air out. This negative pressure generates suction force, causing the suction unit 117 to tightly adhere the yolk and transfer the yolk to a designated container positioned on the tray 113.
[0047] A motorized disc 120 is mounted on the bottom side of the lid 102 and connected through a telescopically operated bar 121, with the disc 120 fitted with multiple bristles. The microcontroller first actuates the telescopic bar 121 to extend the disc 120 downward into the body 101, wherein the telescopically operated bar 121 is linked to a pneumatic unit, including an air compressor, air cylinders, air valves and piston which works in collaboration to aid in extension and retraction of the bar 121 to extend the disc 120 downward into the body 101.
[0048] The microcontroller then actuates the disc 120 to rotate to enable the bristles to scrub the inner surface of the body 101. The disc 120 is powered by a DC (direct current) motor that is capable of converting the electric current provided from an external force into mechanical force for providing the required power to the disc 120, thus enabling the bristles to scrub the inner surface of the body 101. This rotational motion, in coordination with the extension of the telescopic bar 121 and the flow of water dispensed by the valve, ensures effective cleaning of the interior by removing any residue left from the egg boiling and processing operations.
[0049] The microcontroller is pre-loaded with a database containing user-specific information, such as personal schedules and medical prescriptions. Utilizing this data, the microcontroller analyzes the user's dietary requirements and determines the optimal number of eggs to be processed accordingly. It also generates timely notifications to inform the user about the most suitable time for consuming the prepared eggs, thus aligning food intake with health and routine consideration.
[0050] An odor sensor is embedded within the interior of the body 101 and is configured to detect the presence of any unpleasant or abnormal odors emitted by the egg(s). The odor sensor works on the principle of gas detection using components such as a sensing material (often a metal oxide semiconductor), electrodes, a heater, and a signal processing unit. The sensor contains a metal oxide surface that reacts chemically with volatile organic compounds (VOCs) or gases emitted from spoiled eggs, such as hydrogen sulfide or ammonia.
[0051] When these gases come into contact with the heated sensing material, a redox reaction occurs, causing a measurable change in the electrical resistance between the electrodes. This change is directly proportional to the concentration of the detected gases. The signal processing unit then interprets the resistance change and sends the corresponding data to the microcontroller, which determines whether the odor indicates spoilage and triggers an alert to the user regarding the spoiled egg(s).
[0052] The device is associated with a battery for providing the required power to the electronically and electrically operated components including the microcontroller, electrically powered sensors, motorized components and alike of the device. The battery within the device is preferably a lithium-ion-battery which is a rechargeable battery and recharges by deriving the required power from an external power source. The derived power is further stored in form of chemical energy within the battery, which when required by the components of the device derive the required energy in the form of electric current for ensuring smooth and proper functioning of the device.
[0053] The present invention works best in the following manner, where the user accesses the computing unit to provide input regarding the type and number of egg(s) to be processed, as well as optional features such as enabling or disabling salt dispensing. The microcontroller embedded within the device receives the input and actuates the electronic valve connected to the water storage receptacle 103 to dispense the optimum quantity of water into the hollow cylindrical body 101. After the water reaches the required level, which is monitored by the level sensor, the microcontroller actuates the motorized gate unit 105 of the respective chamber 104 positioned along the outer periphery of the cylindrical body 101 to dispense one egg into the body 101. The timer module integrated within the microcontroller then monitors the boiling time based on egg type and quantity to ensure optimal preparation. If salt dispensing is selected, the microcontroller actuates the sprinkler unit mounted over the salt vessel 119 to sprinkle salt into the boiling water. Upon completion of boiling, the microcontroller actuates the motorized iris unit 107 at the bottom of the cylindrical body 101 to open and drain the used water into the receptacle 122 located beneath the body 101. Simultaneously, the motorized rack and pinion assembly 110 drives a pair of vertical plates 108 mounted on both sides of the body 101 via extendable rods 109, moving them in alternating directions to facilitate shell removal.
[0054] In continuation, the hydraulic pusher 111 integrated with a front rectangular panel pushes the deshelled egg(s) toward the motorized sliding gate 112, which is actuated by the microcontroller to open and allow the egg(s) to move over the tray 113. Following this, the motorized blades 116 on the U-shaped unit 115 grip and rotate the egg(s) to separate the yolk from the egg white. The suction unit 117 then lifts and transports the yolk into the designated box. The motorized disc 120 with bristles, connected through a telescopic bar 121 under the lid 102, rotates to scrub and rinse the inner body 101 surface while water is dispensed. Additionally, the odor sensor embedded in the body 101 detects any foul smell and notifies the user through the computing unit. The microcontroller, with access to the pre-fed database containing user schedule and medical prescriptions, suggests the optimal number of eggs and consumption timing based on dietary requirements.
[0055] 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. , Claims:1) An automated eggs processing assistive device, comprising:
i) a hollow cylindrical body 101 installed with a hinged lid 102 to allow a user to open/ close mouth portion of said body 101, wherein a communication module is integrated with an inbuilt microcontroller for establishing a wireless connection between said microcontroller and a computing unit that is accessed by a user for providing input regarding processing of egg(s);
ii) an electronic valve connected to a water storage receptacle 103 provided on said body 101 that is actuated by said microcontroller to open for dispensing an optimum amount of water inside said body 101, based on number and type of egg(s) said user desires to process;
iii) plurality of elongated chambers 104 positioned on outer periphery of said body 101, wherein each chamber 104 contains eggs of different types, each chamber 104 including a motorized gate unit 105 that dispenses a single egg from each chamber 104 at a time into said body 101 after the water is filled;
iv) a heating unit 106 housed on a base portion of said body 101 that is actuated by said microcontroller to initiate boiling of water, wherein a timer module is integrated within said microcontroller to monitor time duration of boiling of said egg(s), said microcontroller based on type and number of egg(s) adjusts heating process, ensuring optimal egg preparation;
v) a motorized iris unit 107 provided on a base portion of said body 101 that is actuated by said microcontroller to open and drain waste water post boiling of egg(s), that is further collected inside a receptacle 122 provided beneath said body 101;
vi) a pair of vertical plates 108 are mounted on each side of body 101 via extendable horizontal rods 109, wherein a motorized rack and pinion assembly 110 is integrated between each of said rod 109 and plates 108, allowing the plates 108 to move in alternating directions for effective shell removal from the boiled egg(s);
vii) a hydraulic pusher 111 provided inside said body 101 and integrated with a rectangular panel connected at front, wherein said pusher 111 is configured to push a boiled egg out of said body 101 via a motorized sliding gate 112 provided on a bottom lateral portion of said body 101, wherein a tray 113 is installed in continuation with said sliding gate 112 to collect said boiled egg;
viii) a L-shaped telescopic link 114 attached to outer periphery of said body 101 and integrated with a U-shaped unit 115 via a motorized ball-and-socket joint, wherein motorized blades 116 are provided at the edges of said U-shaped unit 115, designed to grip and rotate said egg upon exit from said body 101, causing top white part of egg to move upwards and yolk to be separated from egg white; and
ix) a suction unit 117 attached to tray 113 via the L-shaped telescopic pole 118, wherein said suction unit 117 is configured to lift yolk after separation and transport the yolk to a designated box provided with said tray 113.
2) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a vessel 119 filled with salt and equipped with a sprinkler unit to dispense salt into said boiling water, said user select to enable or disable the salt dispensing feature through a user command prompted via said computing unit.
3) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a level sensor is integrated inside said body 101 to detect level of water filled inside said body 101, and accordingly said microcontroller regulates actuation of said valve to dispense an optimum amount of water inside said body 101.
4) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a motorized disc 120 installed on a bottom portion of said lid 102 via a telescopically operated bar 121 and equipped with plurality of bristles, said microcontroller actuates said bar 121 to extend, followed by actuation of said disc 120 to rotate for scrubbing inner portion of said body 101 via said bristles in synchronization with actuation of said valve for dispensing water over inner wall of said body 101 in view of rinsing said body 101 with water.
5) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein said microcontrollers is pre-fed with a database that stores user information, including user's schedule and medical prescriptions, said microcontroller utilizes this information to suggest an optimal number of eggs to be processed based on user's dietary needs, and provides notifications to user regarding the optimal time for egg consumption.
6) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein an odor sensor is embedded inside said body 101 which detects presence of any undesirable odors from said egg(s), and upon detection said microcontroller sends an alert notification on said computing unit, notifying said user regarding said rotten egg(s).
7) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a battery is associated with said device for supplying power to electrical and electronically operated components associated with said device.
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| 8 | 202541037440-FORM 18 [17-04-2025(online)].pdf | 2025-04-17 |
| 9 | 202541037440-FORM 1 [17-04-2025(online)].pdf | 2025-04-17 |
| 10 | 202541037440-FIGURE OF ABSTRACT [17-04-2025(online)].pdf | 2025-04-17 |
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| 13 | 202541037440-EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION(S) [17-04-2025(online)].pdf | 2025-04-17 |
| 14 | 202541037440-DRAWINGS [17-04-2025(online)].pdf | 2025-04-17 |
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| 16 | 202541037440-COMPLETE SPECIFICATION [17-04-2025(online)].pdf | 2025-04-17 |