The blender is a conveniently used household appliance with many useful functions. It has been used for the past 100 years as a kitchen appliance to mix drinks and foods which has changed cooking and ingredients used. In modern society it is used everyday to create delicious foods for everyone to enjoy.
Functions
The blender has a couple of functions used for everyday life. It is used to slice and dice foods to smaller pieces, mix liquids and foods, create emulsions and to make smooth purees. These help create different ingredients and will result in better cooking results. These include smoothies, nut butters, cocktails, diced fruit etc. Without a blender to cut and mix foods, the ingredients mentioned will give the cook extreme difficulty to make them. The blender has revolutionised methods of cooking which has supported and inspired chefs around the world to create a delicious meal.
Ergonomics | Safety | Durability | With the amount of electricity used to spin the blades of the blender, it is worth using to create magnificent results. | * The blender is relatively safe as long as long as the instructions are followed. * The blender has a plastic lid used to stop the foods and liquids to be released. * Polyvinyl chloride is wrapped around the copper wires to prevent water in contact with electricity. The risk of electrocution is lowered. | * The blender is pretty durable as the glass cannot be scratched from blending objects for example ice. * The structure is designed to stop fluids from leaking inside the wiring resulting in damage in the circuits. * The polypropylene and stainless steel used gives high corrosion resistance. |
Materials Material | Function | Non-function | Polypropylene | * Insulation * Resistance to corrosion | * Weight | Copper | * Electrical conductivity * Malleability | * Lustrous surface | Aluminium | * Hard * Light | * Elasticity | Stainless Steel | * Resistance to