TECHNICAL FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0001] The present invention relates to a domestic flour kneading machine and more particular for kneading all types of flour.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0002] Kneading and mixing devices have become quite popular, especially kneading machines used on industrial scale. Generally kneading machines for both domestic and industrial use comprising a main body which forms a support structure for a bowl or receptacle.
[0003] Despite the numerous types of kneaders known in the art, there still exists a need to improve a device for better mixing of the ingredients of the food products and for greater homogeneity of the kneaded mass in a relatively short time. Further it is necessary that such machines be relatively simplified in construction and simplified as well in operation. Also, such machines must be relatively compact which can be fit conveniently in a portion of the home especially in or adjacent to the kitchen area.
OBJECTIVES OF THE INVENTION
[0004] One object of the present invention is to provide a domestic flour kneading machine for kneading different types of flour with desired homogeneity of the kneaded mass.
[0005] Another object of the present invention is to provide a domestic flour kneading machine for mixing the food articles.
[0006] Further object of the present invention is to provide a cost effective domestic flour kneading machine suitable to fit in the kitchen premises.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0007] The following summary is provided to facilitate an understanding of some of the innovative features unique to the disclosed embodiment and is not intended to be a full description. A full appreciation of the various aspects of the embodiments disclosed herein can be gained by taking the entire specification, claims, drawings, and abstract as a whole.
[0008] In one aspect, the present invention provides a domestic flour kneading machine (11) which includes a mixing chamber (12), an agitator member (14) which is arranged with the mixing chamber (12), a plurality of kneading arms (15) and (16) which are arranged with the agitator member (14) inside the mixing chamber (12), an elongated shaft (19) and an actuated means. The elongated shaft (19) is arranged inside the mixing chamber (12) such that the elongated shaft (19) is connected at one end to the agitator member (14) and at the other end to the mixing chamber (12). Further the agitator member (14) is rotated by the actuated means. Moreover at least one kneading arm (15) is arranged with the agitator member (14) to the upper portion of the agitator member (14) and at least one kneading arm (16) is arranged to the lower portion of the agitator member.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0009] The present invention can be more easily understood and further advantages and uses therefore can be more readily apparent, when considered in view of the detailed description and the following figures;
[00010] Figure 1 shows a front view of a mixing chamber of the present invention.
[00011] Figure 2 shows a side view of an agitator member of the mixing chamber.
[00012] Figure 3 shows a side view of an elongated shaft of the mixing chamber.
[00013] Figure 4 shows a domestic flour kneading machine.
[00014] Figure 5 shows a variant of the domestic flour kneading machine.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION [00015] In the following detailed description, reference is made to the accompanying drawings that form a part hereof, and in which is shown by way of illustration specific illustrative embodiments in which the device may be practiced. These embodiments are described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the invention, and it is to be understood that other embodiments may be utilized and that logical, mechanical and electrical changes may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. The following detailed description is, therefore, not to be taken in a limiting sense.
[00016] Embodiments of the present invention provide a domestic flour kneading machine (11) for greater homogeneity of the kneaded mass.
[00017] With reference of figure 1, one embodiment of the present invention provides a mixing chamber (12) with a lid (13). One of the examples of the mixing chamber (12) is a bowl or a drum for containing a mass to be kneaded and mixed. Though other examples of the mixing chamber (12) can be utilized for the same. The mixing chamber (12) has a base (20) attached to the bottom portion. Further the mixing chamber (12) has an agitator member (14) such as a shaft which extends vertically towards the base (20) and fastened with a screw (21). Preferably the agitator member (14) is arranged on the centre of the mixing chamber (12).
[00018] Further the present invention includes a plurality of kneading arms (15) and (16), which are arranged with the agitator member (14) and rotatable within the mixing chamber (12), with the same direction of rotation. For efficient
kneading of flour, the plurality of kneading arms (15) and (16) are arranged systematically such that the first set of kneading arms (15) is connected to the upper portion of agitator member (14) and the second set of kneading arms (16) is connected to the lower portion of the agitator member (14).
[00019] Another embodiment includes an elongated shaft (19) which is arranged horizontally inside the mixing chamber (12) such that one end of the elongated shaft (19) is connected with the agitator member (14) with the help of a bush (17) and the other end of the elongated shaft (19) is connected with the outer cover of the mixing chamber (12). This elongated shaft (19) is assembled to provide homogeneity in a kneaded mass. A ring (18) is arranged with the bush (17) on the agitator member (14).
[00020] Figure 2 represents an agitator member (14) of the mixing chamber (12). The agitator member (14) such as the shaft is made up of stainless steel and comprises three cylindrical parts which are arranged vertically in the mixing chamber (12). The first part (14a) is a narrower part, the second part (14b) is broader than the first part (14a) and the third part (14c) is broader than the second part (14b). This third part (14c) is fixing the shaft with the base (20) of the mixing chamber (12).
[00021] Figure 3 represents an elongated shaft (19) of the mixing chamber (12). The elongated shaft (19) includes two portions. The first portion (19a) is to connect the elongated shaft (19) with the mixing chamber (12) and the second portion (19b) act as a barrier in the process of kneading flour to provide homogeneity in the kneaded mass.
[00022] With reference of figure 4, a domestic flour kneading machine (11) is shown. It includes the mixing chamber (12) as shown in figure 1 and an actuated means. One of the examples of actuated means is a motor (27). Another example of actuated means is a hand driven device. Though other examples of
actuated means may be utilized. In the preferred embodiment the motor (27) used, is an electric motor driven by an alternating current (AC). Preferably the range of the motor power is ½ HP to 2 HP. Further the range of the motor power can be up to 5 HP.
[00023] Advantageously the domestic flour kneading machine (11) includes a housing (25) which encloses the motor (27). Further the housing (25) includes a coupling member (24) to couple the mixing chamber (12) with the motor (27). Moreover the motor (27) operates in response of a control member (28) for kneading flour and mixing of food articles at variable speed.
[00024] Further the housing (25) comprises a rotating member (26) which is connected with the motor (27) to rotate the agitator member (14). Moreover the rotating member (26) is connected with the motor (27) with the help of a first pulley (29), V-belt (31) and second pulley (30).
[00025] In operation, a male terminal (22) of the base (20) connects with a female terminal (23) of the coupling member (24). Flour is introduced into the mixing chamber (12). Further the flour is kneaded with the plurality of kneading arms (15) and (16) which rotates with the rotation of the agitator member (14) and the elongated shaft (19) which folds the kneading mass. Variable speed of the rotation is performed with the control member (28). In the preferred embodiment, the weight of the domestic flour kneading machine (11) is 20 kg. Though the weight of the domestic flour kneading machine (11) may vary for the various applications of the machine.
[00026] Figure 5 shows a variant of domestic flour kneading machine (51). It comprises the mixing chamber (12) (as shown in figure 1) and the motor (27) which is arranged along side with the mixing chamber (12) on a supporting body (53a) and (53b). Further the motor (27) is connected with the rotating member (26) to rotate the agitator member (14) of the mixing chamber (12). Moreover the
motor (27) is enclosed in a motor cover (52) which is attached on the supporting body (53a).
[00027] Although specific embodiments have been illustrated and described herein, it will be appreciated by those of ordinary skill in the art that any arrangement, which is calculated to achieve the same purpose, may be substituted for the specific embodiment shown. This application is intended to cover any adaptations or variations of the present invention. Therefore, it is manifestly intended to cover any adaptations or variations of the present invention. Therefore, it is manifestly intended that this invention be limited only by the claims and the equivalents thereof.

I/We claim:
1. A domestic flour kneading machine comprising:

a mixing chamber;

an agitator member, wherein said agitator member is disposed inside the mixing chamber;

a plurality of kneading arms disposed with the agitator member inside the mixing chamber;

an elongated shaft disposed inside the mixing chamber such that the elongated shaft is connected at one end to the agitator member and at the other end to the mixing chamber; and

an actuated means, wherein said agitator member is rotated by said actuated means.

2. The domestic flour kneading machine as claimed in claim 1, wherein the mixing chamber comprises a base to connect the mixing chamber with the actuated means.

3. The domestic flour kneading machine as claimed in claim 1, wherein the plurality of kneading arms are arranged with the agitator member such that at least one kneading arm is connected at the upper portion of the agitator member and at least one kneading arm is connected at the lower portion of the agitator member.

4. The domestic flour kneading machine as claimed in claim 1, wherein the actuated means is connected with a rotating member.

5. The domestic flour kneading machine as claimed in claim 1, wherein the actuated means operates in response with a control member.

6. The domestic flour kneading machine as claimed in claim 1, wherein the actuated means is a motor.

7. The domestic flour kneading machine as claimed in claim 1, wherein the actuated means is a hand driven device.