Integrated kitchen unit for a mobile vehicle

US7533917B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• International Truck Intellectual Property Company, LLC · US

Inventors

• Calvin Tong · Seattle, US
• Ryan Berens · Ramsey, US
• Andrew Kilb · Carrboro, US
• David M. Wynne · Fishkill, US
• Alexander Loa · Clark, US
• Michael E. Powers · San Jose, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Apr 3, 2006
• Grant date: May 19, 2009
• Expiry date: Aug 10, 2027

Classification

• Technology area (CPC B): Performing Operations; Transporting
• CPC primary: B62D33/0612
• WIPO field: Transport
• WIPO sector: Mechanical engineering

Abstract

An integrated kitchen unit for a mobile vehicle. The integrated kitchen unit intended to make preparation, eating, and cleaning easier and more intuitive than the existing solution. The integrated kitchen unit provides multiple storage areas based on the needs required for cooking, including storage for utensils, and even storage for a range of third party appliances. The microwave becomes an integrated part of the design, opening up additional space and allowing for optimized ergonomics of preparation surfaces. Extendable tables can be pulled out for additional surfaces or for other needs such as desk area. Standard 110V AC outlets included in the design allow drivers to plug in any third party appliance, possible providing inverters be installed in the berth. A disposal container is located on the side of the integrated kitchen unit, allowing for easy access while preparing at the workstation, and even while driving. A feature which may provide for easier cleanup is a bendable and washable surface that attaches to the preparation surface, allowing for immediate cleanup by folding up the surface and cleaning it at a later time when the driver stops at a truck stop.