JP2001252140A - Kitchen with display - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a kitchen with a display allowing a person to enjoy kitchen work, having good appearance and keeping an electronic apparatus from being an obstacle. SOLUTION: Electronic apparatus such as a television 21, a personal computer and the like are stored in a recessed part 5 provided in a kitchen wall 2, and a display 30 is substantially flush with the wall surface 2 to be integrated with each other.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a kitchen with a display provided on a wall surface of a display of an electronic device such as a television or a personal computer.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art In general, a kitchen in a house is a closed space in which a system kitchen, a cupboard, and various household appliances such as a refrigerator and a microwave oven are arranged along a wall surface thereof. She spends a relatively long time in the kitchen preparing food and cleaning up.

[0003]

While preparing meals and cleaning up in the kitchen as described above, the TV programs and the like that one wants to watch cannot be watched, and for the housewife, kitchen work is monotonous every day. It is often dull and burdensome.

If a small television is set on a worktop, a shelf, a table, or the like of a kitchen, kitchen work while watching a television program or the like can be realized. In this case, the television or the like is installed in an exposed state. Therefore, there is a problem that the appearance is poor and that it becomes an obstacle during kitchen work.

Accordingly, an object of the present invention is to provide a kitchen with a display that makes kitchen work fun, has good appearance, and can perform kitchen work efficiently.

[0006]

In order to solve the above-mentioned problems, in the kitchen with a display according to the first aspect of the present invention, an electronic device such as a television or a personal computer is arranged such that the display is substantially flush with the kitchen wall surface. And housed in a recess provided in the kitchen wall surface.

According to a second aspect of the present invention, there is provided a kitchen with a display, wherein electronic devices such as a television and a personal computer are accommodated in a concave portion provided on a kitchen wall surface, and a display of the electronic device is convertible. I do.

In the kitchen with a display according to the third aspect of the present invention, an electronic device such as a television or a personal computer is accommodated in a recess provided on the kitchen wall surface, and the display of the electronic device can be moved horizontally along the wall surface. It is characterized by the following.

In the kitchen with a display according to the fourth aspect of the invention, an electronic device such as a television or a personal computer is accommodated in a recess provided on the kitchen wall, and the display of the electronic device can be turned around and along the wall. And can be moved horizontally.

In the kitchen with a display according to the fifth aspect of the present invention, an electronic device such as a television or a personal computer is housed in a recess provided on the kitchen wall, and the display of the electronic device is held by an arm member. It can be pulled out.

[0011] In the above, the electronic apparatus includes input processing means for processing a command inputted by voice, and control means for executing various operations based on the processed command.

Further, the electronic device includes a storage unit for storing a plurality of pieces of cooking information, and the control unit displays the cooking information stored in the storage unit on a display based on a processed command from the input processing unit. It has a function to make it work.

Further, the electronic apparatus includes information reading means for reading cooking information from an external device connected via a communication line, and the control means reads information based on a processed command from the input processing means. It has a function of displaying the cooking information read by the means on a display.

Further, the electronic device is provided with an output processing means for processing the contents displayed on the display and outputting the sound.

[0015]

Embodiments of the present invention will be described below in detail with reference to the drawings. A kitchen with a display according to an embodiment of the present invention has a rectangular opening (3) in a wall surface (2) on the front side of a person standing in front of a washing basin (1), as shown in FIGS. Forming and storing rack in this opening (3)
By fitting (4), recess (5) is inserted into the wall (2).
Is provided.

The storage rack (4) includes a pair of left and right side plates (10) (1).
0), the top plate (11) and the bottom plate (12) inserted between the upper and lower ends of the side plates (10) and (10), and the rear end of the side plates (10) and (10). It is formed in a box shape with an open front from the back plate (15). A side plate is provided between the top plate (11) and the bottom plate (12).
(10) Two shelves (13) and (14) are inserted between (10) and (10).
The storage rack (4) is fitted into the opening (3) such that the front end surface thereof is substantially flush with the wall surface (2).

In the storage rack (4), a video tape () is provided in each storage space between the top plate (11) and the upper shelf plate (13) and between the upper and lower shelf plates (13) and (14). 20) (20) ... and CD-ROM
And other accessories are stored. In a storage space between the lower shelf plate (14) and the bottom plate (12), a television with built-in video (21) as electronic equipment is stored. That is, the television (21) is housed in a state of being embedded in the recess (5) of the wall surface (2). In addition, on the back plate (15) of the storage rack (4),
An outlet (not shown) for connecting to a television wiring is provided.

When the television (21) is mounted, the display (30) is mounted on the wall (2) and the storage rack.
It is almost flush with the front end face of (4), and the television (21) and the wall surface (2) are integrated.

In FIG. 2, (31) is an outer wall material, (32)
Is the frame material attached to the outer wall material (31), (33) is insulation material,
(34) is an inner wall material, and (35) is a tile attached to the inner wall material (34).

In the kitchen with a display having such a configuration, a user can watch a TV program to be watched or a recorded video that has no time to watch without time by standing in front of the sink (1) while preparing for meals and cleaning up. You can enjoy the dull and burdensome kitchen work. In addition, cooking can be done while watching the cooking program on the TV directly without having to spread the cooking book on the kitchen worktop. In addition, it can be performed efficiently.

In addition, the television (21) has its display
Since (30) is housed in the recess (5) so as to be flush with the wall surface (1), the appearance is good and there is no hindrance during kitchen work.

3 and 4 show another embodiment. In this embodiment, a personal computer is used as an electronic device.
(40) is used. The personal computer (40) is housed in a substantially semi-cylindrical exterior case (42) having an open front surface. A substantially semicircular upper plate (43) and lower plate (44) of the outer case (42).
Are formed with arc-shaped grooves (45) and (45), respectively.
(4) Shafts (46) and (46) project from the lower shelf plate (14) and the bottom plate (12) to face each other.

Then, the outer case (42) accommodating the personal computer (40) is attached to the storage rack (4) while the shafts (46) and (46) are loosely fitted in the grooves (45) and (45). PC (40)
Is housed in the recess (5) of the wall surface (2) so that the head can be swung within the range of the grooves (45) and (45). Therefore, personal computer
The display (41) of (40) can be turned in the horizontal direction from a state substantially flush with the wall surface (2). This allows the display (4
1) can be made easier to see in front of the person, and the usability can be improved.

In the above case, the display (41) is turned by manually moving the outer case (42), but the sensor for detecting the position of a person and the outer case (42) are moved. A drive unit to be controlled and a control unit for controlling the drive unit based on an output signal from the sensor may be provided so that the direction of the display (41) is automatically changed in accordance with the movement of a person in the kitchen.

As shown in FIG. 5, the personal computer (40) executes an input processing means (50) for processing a command input by voice through a microphone or the like, and executes various operations based on the processed command. Control means (51) for displaying the result and progress on the display (41), and output processing means (52) for processing the display content of the display (41) and outputting the sound, and further comprising a plurality of cooking information. Information reading means for reading cooking information from a server (55) which is an external device connected via a communication line (54) such as the Internet.
(56) is provided.

The control means (51) includes an input processing means (50)
A function for reading out the cooking information stored in the storage means (53) and displaying it on the display (41) based on the processed command from the CPU, and reading and displaying the cooking information read by the information reading means (56). (41).

According to this, if a person gives an instruction by voice, cooking information such as a recipe, a homepage, an e-mail and other various information can be displayed on the display (41) in response to the instruction, and the display content can be changed or processed as appropriate. it can. Further, various information displayed on the display (41), such as a cooking procedure and an e-mail, can be confirmed by voice. Therefore, even if you cannot use your hands during cooking, you can use your voice to operate the computer (40), and even if you can not look carefully at the display (41), you can listen to the contents by voice It is very convenient.

Further, if the cooking information read from the server (55) is stored in the storage means (53), new cooking information in addition to the cooking information previously stored in the storage means (53) can be obtained as appropriate. Can be added and updated, and the cooking can be given a range.

Other configurations in the embodiment shown in FIGS. 3 to 5 are the same as those in the embodiment shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, and members having the same functions as those in the embodiment have the same reference numerals. Is attached.

FIGS. 6 and 7 show another embodiment. In this embodiment, a personal computer (40) is housed in a box-shaped exterior case (60) having an open front surface. On the upper surface plate (61) and the lower surface plate (62) of the outer case (60), a wall surface (2)
Linear grooves (63) and (63) are respectively formed along the direction, and the lower shelf plate (14) and the bottom plate (12) on the lower side of the wide storage rack (4) are formed along the wall (2) direction. Rails (64), (64) are protruded from each other.

Then, the outer case (60) accommodating the personal computer (40) is mounted on the storage rack (4) by fitting the rails (64) and (64) into the grooves (63) and (63). Four
0) is accommodated in the concave portion (5) of the wall surface (2) so as to be horizontally movable along the wall surface (2). At this time, the display (41) is substantially flush with the wall surface (2). Therefore, the display (41) of the personal computer (40) can be moved closer to the person who does the kitchen work to make it easier to see, and the usability can be improved.

In the above case, the outer case (60) is manually moved to horizontally move the personal computer (40). However, a sensor for detecting the position of a person and the outer case (60) are moved. And a control unit for controlling the drive unit based on the output signal from the sensor, so that the personal computer (40), that is, the display (41) is automatically moved horizontally in accordance with the movement of a person in the kitchen. May be.

Further, in such a structure in which the display (41) can be moved horizontally, the display (41) may be turned as in the embodiment shown in FIGS. In this case, after sliding the display (41) and further changing its direction, the display (41)
Can be more easily seen.

Other configurations in the embodiment shown in FIGS. 6 and 7 are the same as those in the embodiment shown in FIGS. 1 and 2 and the embodiments shown in FIGS. Members having the same function are denoted by the same reference numerals.

FIGS. 8 to 10 show other embodiments. In this embodiment, a television (70) having a thin and lightweight display (71) such as a liquid crystal display is shown.
Is held in the concave portion (5) of the kitchen wall surface (2) while being held by the foldable arm member (72).

As shown in FIG. 9, the arm member (72) has a fixed base (73) attached to the lower center of the back plate (15) of the storage rack (4). A first arm (75) rotatably supported around an axis (74) and a second arm (77) rotatably supported around a horizontal axis (76) on the first arm (75). Have been. Then, the spherical body (78) provided at the distal end of the second arm (77) is fitted into the substantially hemispherical fitting hole (79) at the center of the back surface of the television (70), so that the television
(70) is held. Note that the arm member (72) has a structure in which the posture is maintained only by the weight of the television (70), and the posture is switched when a force other than the weight of the television (70) is applied.

Accordingly, as shown in FIG. 8, the whole television (70) including the display (71) can be pulled out from the recess (5) of the kitchen wall surface (2), and the second arm (75).
It is possible to turn around in the vertical and horizontal directions around the spherical body (78). Thus, by extending the arm member (72), pulling out the display (71), and changing the direction as appropriate, the display (71) can be three-dimensionally arranged so that a person who performs kitchen work can easily see it. . Also,
As shown in FIG. 10, when the display (71) is fitted into the concave portion (5) while bending the arm member (72), the display (7) is bent.
1) and the wall surface (2) are almost flush, and can be stored out of the way.

As shown in FIG. 11, a metal shaft that can be flexibly bent is attached to an arm member.
When used as (80), the television (70) can be drawn out freely in up, down, left, and right directions, and usability can be further improved.

In the structure in which the display (71) can be pulled out as described above, the arm members (72) and (80) are attached to the outer case, and the display (71) is mounted as in the embodiment shown in FIGS. ) May be horizontally movable.

Other configurations in the embodiment shown in FIGS. 8 to 11 are the same as those in the embodiment shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, and members having the same functions as those in the embodiment have the same reference numerals. Is attached.

The present invention is not limited to the above embodiment, and it goes without saying that many modifications and changes can be made to the above embodiment within the scope of the present invention.

For example, in the embodiments shown in FIGS. 1 and 2 and the embodiments shown in FIGS. 8 to 11, the electronic devices accommodated in the recesses on the wall are not limited to televisions, but are shown in FIGS. The personal computer used in the embodiment or another electronic device (DVD device or the like) having a display may be used. In the embodiments shown in FIGS. 8 to 11, when a personal computer is used, only a light and thin display such as a liquid crystal display is held by the arm member and can be pulled out from the concave portion, and the main body of the personal computer is stored in the concave portion. It is desirable to be in the state of.

Conversely, in the embodiments shown in FIGS. 3 to 7, the electronic devices housed in the recesses on the wall are not limited to personal computers, but may be TVs and other electronic devices (such as DVD devices) having a display. Is also good. Further, the television itself may be provided with various functions of the personal computer used in the embodiments shown in FIGS. 3 to 7 so that the channel can be switched, for example, by a voice command.

[0044]

As is clear from the above description, in the kitchen with a display according to the present invention, electronic devices such as a television and a personal computer are accommodated in the recesses of the wall surface thereof. Alternatively, it is possible to prepare and clean up the meal while checking the e-mail, so that the kitchen work can be enjoyed and time can be effectively used. Moreover,
It does not disturb the kitchen work and can make the appearance look cleaner. In particular, since the display is integrated so that it is almost flush with the kitchen wall,
The appearance can be further improved.

Further, by making the display turnable, the display can be directed to the front of the person who performs the kitchen work so that the display can be easily seen and the usability can be improved.

Further, by making the display horizontally movable, the display can be moved closer to the person who does the kitchen work to make it easier to see, and the usability can be improved.

Further, by allowing the display to be drawn out from the concave portion, the display can be arranged in the kitchen space in a state of being protruded from the wall surface, and the display can be more effectively arranged.

Furthermore, if the electronic device can be operated by voice, the user can use the electronic device without using his hands during cooking or water work. Also, if the display contents are output by voice, the contents can be heard by voice even if the display cannot be watched carefully, which is very convenient.

Further, by storing or reading the cooking information and displaying the cooking information on the display,
Even if you do not spread the cookbook on the kitchen worktop, you can cook efficiently while looking at the display.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a main part of a kitchen with a display according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a longitudinal sectional view of a storage rack portion of a wall.

FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a main part of a kitchen with a display according to another embodiment.

FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view of the same.

FIG. 5 is a block diagram of an electronic device.

FIG. 6 is a perspective view of a main part of a kitchen with a display according to another embodiment.

FIG. 7 is an exploded perspective view of the same.

FIG. 8 is a perspective view of a main part of a kitchen with a display according to another embodiment.

FIG. 9 is an exploded perspective view of the same.

FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing the housed state of the television.

FIG. 11 is a diagram showing a state in which a metal shaft is used as an arm member.

[Explanation of symbols]

 (2) Wall (5) Recess (20) Video tape (accessory) (21) (70) Television (electronic equipment) (30) (41) (71) Display (40) Personal computer (50) Input processing means (51 ) Control means (52) Output processing means (53) Storage means (54) Communication line (55) Server (external device) (56) Information reading means (72) (80) Arm member

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Claims (9)

[Claims] 1. A kitchen with a display, wherein an electronic device such as a television or a personal computer is housed in a recess provided on the kitchen wall so that its display is substantially flush with the kitchen wall. 2. A kitchen with a display, wherein an electronic device such as a television or a personal computer is accommodated in a recess provided on a wall surface of the kitchen, and a display of the electronic device is convertible. 3. A kitchen with a display, wherein an electronic device such as a television or a personal computer is accommodated in a recess provided on a wall surface of the kitchen, and a display of the electronic device is horizontally movable along the wall surface. 4. An electronic device, such as a television or a personal computer, is accommodated in a recess provided in a kitchen wall surface, and a display of the electronic device is convertible and horizontally movable along the wall surface. Kitchen with display. 5. A display wherein an electronic device such as a television or a personal computer is accommodated in a recess provided on a wall surface of a kitchen, and a display of the electronic device is held by an arm member and can be pulled out from the recess. With kitchen. 6. The electronic device according to claim 1, further comprising: an input processing unit configured to process a command input by voice, and a control unit configured to execute various operations based on the processed command. Kitchen with display as described. 7. The electronic device includes storage means for storing a plurality of pieces of cooking information, and the control means displays the cooking information stored in the storage means on a display based on a processed command from the input processing means. The kitchen with a display according to claim 6, which has a function of causing the kitchen to have a function. 8. The electronic device includes information reading means for reading cooking information from an external device connected via a communication line, and the control means reads information based on a processed command from the input processing means. The kitchen with a display according to claim 6 or 7, further comprising a function of displaying cooking information read by the means on a display. 9. The display-equipped kitchen according to claim 6, wherein the electronic device includes output processing means for processing display contents of the display and outputting sound.