FOOD WARMING SYSTEM

Abstract

The embodiments disclose a method including warming food in an integral heat tray insert of a food container, generating heat in the food container using electrical impedance of a plurality of heat dispersing elements, using a control printed circuit board assembly coupled to a power button for activating and controlling electrical components including the plurality of heat dispersing elements, adjusting heat temperatures from the plurality of heat dispersing elements for warming food to a comfortable and safe heat level, using at least one rechargeable battery pack coupled to the control printed circuit board assembly with a power button for activating electrical components including the plurality of heat dispersing elements, and transmitting food status information to a user and receiving user instructions from a user digital device using a food warming system application.

Description

BACKGROUND

Food spoilage is a natural occurring process. When food is subjected to temperatures in the “danger zone” above 40° F. and below 140° F. the toxins multiple at an exponential rate. The toxins in turn leave bacteria on your food. Bacteria, yeasts and molds are among common causes of spoilage and food poisoning. Chilling food helps delay the food poisoning and spoiling process because the toxins grow at a slower rate, thus leaving less bacteria, and keeping food safe to eat for a longer period of time. Many portable containers are available to keep food chilled for a period of time. One impact of chilling food is that it can impact sensory details such as texture, taste and smell. Human beings evolved to prefer hot food. Warmth enhances flavor on the sensory papillae of our tongues and heating food boosts its energy value.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of an overview of a food warming system container of one embodiment.

FIG. 2 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a waterproof power button of one embodiment.

FIG. 3 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a heat tray insert of one embodiment.

FIG. 4 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a control printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) of one embodiment.

FIG. 5 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a rechargeable battery pack of one embodiment.

FIG. 6 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of waterproof LED indicators of one embodiment.

FIG. 7 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of an exposed charge port of one embodiment.

FIG. 8 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a food status audible and visual alert broadcast of one embodiment.

FIG. 9 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a temperature control of one embodiment.

FIG. 10 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a cover food ready alert LED of one embodiment.

FIG. 11 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of heat dispersing elements of one embodiment.

FIG. 12A shows for illustrative purposes only an example of food warming system food container cover and insert wall structures of one embodiment.

FIG. 12B shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a food warming system food container heat tray insert bottom structure of one embodiment.

FIG. 12C shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a PCBA insert wall structure of one embodiment.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

In a following description, reference is made to the accompanying drawings, which form a part hereof, and in which is shown by way of illustration a specific example in which the invention may be practiced. It is to be understood that other embodiments may be utilized and structural changes may be made without departing from the scope of the present invention.

General Overview:

It should be noted that the descriptions that follow, for example, in terms of a food warming system is described for illustrative purposes and the underlying system can apply to any number and multiple types of foods. In one embodiment of the present invention, the food warming system can be configured using a PCBA with electronic and digital devices. The food warming system can be configured to include real-time temperature monitoring and can be configured to include rechargeable batteries using the present invention.

FIG. 1 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of an overview of a food warming system container of one embodiment. FIG. 1 shows a food warming system food container 100 in a closed position including a main body 110 and cover 120 to prevent outside contamination while in operation of warming food. The cover 120 includes a cover hinge 130 coupled to the main body 110 for opening and closing the food container 100 and a cover clasp 140 to securely seal the food container when closed in locked position of one embodiment.

The food warming system is a portable container for storing chilled food with an integral heating system to warm the food when ready to eat. The food container 100 is the main container designed for food storage. The food container 100 has a main body 110 which is a concave cavity where food is stored. A cover 120 seals the main body 110 closed to prevent food escaping. The cover 120 may be hinged and secured with a single clasp or completely removable and sealed with 4 clasps, one on each side or other closure and seal systems. A heat tray insert is integrated inside the main body and contains all the elements for heating food. A rechargeable battery pack provides power to operate the system of one embodiment.

The rechargeable battery pack is directly connected to a control printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) which controls power flow, temperature, charging and all battery safety protocols. A power button is also connected to the PCBA and is used to activate the system. When the system is activated, electrical power flows though the PCBA and is converted to heat which is then distributed along the heat tray insert foil tape or other conductors that surrounds food. A series of LED indicators are also connected to the PCBA and show a power level of the rechargeable battery pack. Charging the rechargeable battery pack is accomplished via a battery charge port. When not in use the battery charge port is sealed with a waterproof cover to prevent moisture leakage into the battery charge port. The waterproof cover is removed for charging and a charger plug is inserted into the battery charge port of one embodiment.

The food warming system food container forms a self-contained, lightweight, compact, battery powered, food safe, waterproof compartment with surrounding heat elements, adaptable to virtually any food container type. The food warming system container may be fabricated using stainless steel interior insulated walls with exterior plastic jacketing. The exterior plastic jacketing may be fabricated using plastic injection, co molded silicone injection, Surface Mount (SMT) assembly providing low cost and scalable manufacturing systems of one embodiment.

Detailed Description:

FIG. 2 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a waterproof power button of one embodiment. FIG. 2 shows the food container 100, main body 110, cover 120 in an opened position, cover hinge 130, and the cover clasp 140 unlocked. A heat tray insert 200 is shown integrated into the food container 100. A waterproof charge port cover 210 is shown with a waterproof cover installed. A waterproof power button 220 is used to activate and deactivate the heating and control systems. The waterproof power button 220 waterproofing prevents moisture from entering the power circuits and created a short of one embodiment.

The food warming system devices are configured to be easily portable so that food can be warmed anywhere. The food warming system devices are self-contained, food safe and waterproof so that liquidous foods will not damage the system. Power is supplied by a customized rechargeable battery pack. Heating power, charging and battery safety circuits are all contained in the PCBA. When the system is activated the PCBA will convert electrical energy to heat energy and disperse it through conductors including for example foil tape conductors or other conductors of one embodiment.

These conductors are placed along the walls and bottom of the heat tray insert 200 and, in some embodiments, along the cover inside surface. The heat elements completely surround the food and transfer heat into the food for warming. The food warming system heating systems are attached to a stainless steel shell and heat is transmitted through shell directly to the food which is placed within the stainless steel shell by generating heat in the food container using the electrical impedance of a plurality of heat dispersing elements one embodiment.

The food warming system devices may be configured in shapes and sizes for various food types and natures for example round, oblong or other shapes and sizes. For example one shape and size for a typical sandwich with square shaped bread slices, in another example where the interior space is compartmentalized to separate for example soups from dry foods. In other embodiments the food warming system devices may be configured for specific user activities for example travel in a commercial airlines where the rechargeable battery pack is of a type and design that meet TSA regulations, the food container seals when closed prevent any leakage, and the cover clasp 140 is configured to be child-proof and cannot be accidentally opened by contact with other objects.

In yet other embodiments the food warming system devices may be configured for keeping foods placed inside cold for example ice creams, fresh fruit and salads to prevent wilting and maintaining the food below 40° F. to prevent bacterial growth until the user is ready to warm the food if desired.

A Heat Tray Insert:

FIG. 3 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a heat tray insert of one embodiment. FIG. 3 shows the food container 100, main body 110, cover 120 in an opened position, cover hinge 130, unlocked cover clasp 140 with the integral heat tray insert 200 removed and set alongside. The waterproof charge port cover 210 and waterproof power button 220 can be seen on one side of a heat tray insert mounting ledge 320. The heat tray insert guide rail 300 is configured to provide a cover sealing ledge 310 of one embodiment.

A Control Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA):

FIG. 4 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a control printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) of one embodiment. FIG. 4 shows the food container 100 heat tray insert 200 with a heat tray insert main body translucent view 420 of exterior wall surfaces for illustrative purposes only. Also seen are the waterproof charge port cover 210 and waterproof power button 220. Showing underneath the heat tray insert 200 inner surface is a rechargeable battery pack 400. Showing inside the translucent wall is at least one control printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) 410 in this example at one end of the heat tray insert 200.

The control printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) 410 is electrically coupled to the rechargeable battery pack 400. The control printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) 410 is coupled to a battery charge level device and an infrared thermometer sensor for monitoring food temperature in real time.

The control printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) 410 includes at least one digital processor, at least one digital memory device, at least one database; at least one infrared thermometer coupled to the PCBA, at least one chemical vapor sensing device, at least one circuit coupled to the food container 100 cover 120, at least one circuit coupled to at least one digital temperature display, at least one circuit coupled to an alert light coupled to the cover 120, and at least one circuit coupled to a temperature control selection device mounted on the heat tray insert 200 insert mounting ledge 320.

The at least one chemical vapor sensing device is used to analyze odors from the food placed in the heat tray insert 200. The at least one chemical vapor sensing device detects the chemical signatures of spoiled food odors, food borne pathogens for example salmonella and other food conditions that may cause a food consumer to become ill or even die. The chemical vapor sensing device coupled to the control printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) 410 performs the chemical analysis to determine the chemical formulae of the vapor elements.

The at least one digital processor is used to search at least one digital memory device database for the identity of the chemical formulae from the chemical compound data prerecorded and stored in that database. Should the identified chemical formulae be a categorized as a health hazard, the PCBA will transmit an alert to the user to dispose of the food and not eat the food and identifying the potential health hazard detected. Embodiments may include using the at least one digital memory device database for recording data on various food stuffs to include recipe ingredients, characteristics, visual examples, cooking instructions with minimum food safety temperatures, precautions, spoilage indications and signs, and other information for keeping foods safe for consumption.

In another embodiment the identified chemical formulae is transmitted to a food warming system digital application on a user's digital device. The food warming system digital application is configured to perform an internet search for information to determine if the identified chemical formulae is categorized as a health hazard. The food warming system digital application will automatically display a visual warning and broadcast an audible alert to the user regarding the potential health hazard that has been determined.

In another embodiment the user may enter the type of food to be placed in the food warming system into the food warming system digital application installed on the user's digital device. The food warming system digital application will perform a search and display recipe ingredients, characteristics, visual examples, cooking instructions with minimum food safety temperatures, precautions, spoilage indications and signs, and other information for keeping foods safe for consumption.

The control printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) 410 includes at least one cellular connectivity device and transceiver for transmitting food status signal alerts, battery charge alerts and receiving user turn-off instructions. The control printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) 410 includes connectivity devices to bluetooth and Wi-Fi to provide communication and control alternatives to the user including voice activated commands.

A rheostat device for regulating power levels conducting battery energy to a plurality of heat dispensing elements is also controlled by the control printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) 410 of one embodiment. The rechargeable battery pack 400 provides power to operate the food warming system components. The control printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) 410 controls power flow, temperature, charging and all battery safety protocols. The waterproof power button 220 is also coupled to the control printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) 410 and rechargeable battery pack 400 and is used to activate the system. When the system is activated, electrical power flows though PCBA and is converted to heat which is then distributed along the heat tray insert 200 conductors that surround food placed inside the heat tray insert 200. The LED indicators are also connected to PCBA and show power levels of the rechargeable battery pack 400 of one embodiment.

A Rechargeable Battery:

FIG. 5 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a rechargeable battery pack of one embodiment. FIG. 5 shows a heat tray insert translucent view 500 and the main body translucent view 420 for illustrative purposes only. The waterproof charge port cover 210 is seen coving the charge port not showing. The rechargeable battery pack 400 may include for example a lithium ion rechargeable battery pack, lithium polymer (LiPo) rechargeable battery, rechargeable aluminium-based batteries, rechargeable nickel-iron battery and other rechargeable battery types. The control printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) 410 may include a plurality of printed circuits configured for differing functions including electronic components and circuits for controlling the various food warming system operations as described above and in the following descriptions. The control printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) 410 includes multiple safety systems for battery charging and operation of one embodiment.

Waterproof LED Indicators:

FIG. 6 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of waterproof LED indicators of one embodiment. FIG. 6 shows the heat tray insert 200 with the waterproof charge port cover 210 and waterproof power button 220. Also seen are a series of waterproof LED indicators 600. The waterproof LED indicators 600 include LED lights in for example a series of different colors to indicate the current battery charge of the rechargeable battery pack 400 of FIG. 4. The control printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) 410 of FIG. 4 is configured to transmit battery charge alert signals to a user's digital device to make them aware of a possible action to connect the rechargeable battery pack 400 of FIG. 4 to an external power source for recharging using the charging port and a charger plug of one embodiment.

An Exposed Charge Port:

FIG. 7 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of an exposed charge port of one embodiment. FIG. 7 shows the waterproof power button 220, waterproof LED indicators 600 and heat tray insert 200 with an exposed charge port 700 wherein the waterproof charge port cover 210 of FIG. 2 has been removed. The waterproof charge port cover 210 of FIG. 2 is removed when the rechargeable battery pack 400 of FIG. 4 is being recharged using a charger plug connected to an external power source and is plugged into the exposed charge port 700 of one embodiment.

A Food Status Audible and Visual Alert Broadcast:

FIG. 8 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a food status audible and visual alert broadcast of one embodiment. FIG. 8 shows the food warming system food container 100 being used by a family having a picnic 800. During the period of time the food is being heated to a safe temperature the users may be engaged in a physical activity or for example as shown taking a selfie of the fun time they are enjoying having a picnic. These activities may distract the family member that placed the food into the food container 100 for warming.

To alert that person that the food is ready to be served a heat tray transceiver transmitting food status signal alert 810 to the user digital device provides notice that the food is ready. In addition the heat tray transceiver is configured to include transmitting a food status audible alert broadcast 830. The heat tray transceiver food status signal alert 810 and food status audible alert broadcast 830 using cellular connectivity provides signals for a user digital device including a user smart phone receiving and broadcasting food status alerts 820 to alert the user to attend to the food warming status.

The food warming system includes a food warming digital application for installing on a user's digital device including for example a smart phone, tablet, laptop computer and other digital devices. The food warming digital application installed on a user's digital device is configured for displaying the food status alerts on a digital screen and broadcasting audible food status alerts. The user can tap the food warming digital application icon and receive intermediate food status alerts to check the current temperature and a calculated approximate time remaining for the food to reach a safe temperature.

In one embodiment the food warming digital application may display the temperature selection controls of the food warming food container. This allows the user to set the desired temperature using the user's digital device. The user may want to turn off or adjust the temperature which they can perform using the food warming digital application of one embodiment.

A Temperature Control:

FIG. 9 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a temperature control of one embodiment. FIG. 9 shows the heat tray insert 200, waterproof power button 220, waterproof LED indicators 600 and the waterproof charge port cover 210. Also shown is a temperature control 900. The temperature control 900 is coupled to the control printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) 410 of FIG. 4. The temperature control 900 is configured for the user to set a temperature for warming the food placed in the food warming system.

The temperature control 900 includes a temperature setting touch screen slide 910 adjusting feature. The temperature setting touch screen slide 910 is adjustable using degrees Celsius and degrees Fahrenheit temperature scales 920. The temperature control 900 includes monitoring food temperature in real time using at least one infrared thermometer 930 that is coupled to the control printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) 410 of FIG. 4 and temperature control 900. The temperature setting touch screen slide 910 includes a safe temperature limit 940 indicating line to remind the user not to set a temperature above that limit of one embodiment.

In another embodiment the temperature control 900 includes digital touch buttons labeled for specific food types for example soups, sandwiches, stews, vegetables, and others. The digital touch buttons labeled for specific food types when pressed will set the targeted temperature setting to preset temperatures prerecorded in one of the at least one databases.

A Cover Food Ready Alert LED:

FIG. 10 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a cover food ready alert LED of one embodiment. FIG. 10 shows the food container 100 cover 120, cover hinge 130 and cover clasp 140. In one embodiment the cover 120 includes a food ready alert LED 1000, a food temperature digital display in degrees Fahrenheit 1010 and a food temperature digital display in degrees Celsius 1020.

The food status audible alert broadcast 830 of FIG. 8 can be heard by a user with a visual impairment. The food ready alert LED 1000, food temperature digital display in degrees Fahrenheit 1010 and food temperature digital display in degrees Celsius 1020 can be seen by users with hearing impairments. In another embodiment the temperature readings in degrees Fahrenheit and degrees Celsius may be electronic vocalizations using a text reader. This feature can be configured to broadcast the electronic vocalizations in languages selected by the user using the food warming digital application of one embodiment.

Heat Dispersing Elements:

FIG. 11 shows for illustrative purposes only an example of heat dispersing elements of one embodiment. FIG. 11 shows the food container 100 including the main body 110, cover 120, cover clasp 140, heat tray insert 200, waterproof charge port cover 210 and waterproof power button 220. Also showing is a plurality of heat dispersing elements 1100 exposed for illustrative purposes only. The plurality of heat dispersing elements 1100 are heat tray insert conductors positioned to surround food placed in the food container with the heat tray insert. The interior surfaces of the food container and heat tray insert are stainless steel. The conductors are positioned directly beneath the stainless steel interior enclosure structures and conduct heat directly through the stainless steel material to warm the food placed against and near the interior surfaces.

When the system is activated, electrical power from the rechargeable battery pack 400 of FIG. 4 flows though the at least one control printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) 410 of FIG. 4 and is converted to heat through the electrical impedance of the conductors. The control printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) 410 of FIG. 4 uses the real-time temperature monitoring of the at least one infrared thermometer 930 of FIG. 9 to regulate the amperage and voltage flowing to each of the conductors. Regulating the amperage and voltage flowing to each of the conductors controls the heat produced by the electrical impedance for adjusting the heat emanating from the plurality of heat dispersing elements 1100 in the interior surface regions to provide even heating of the food.

In another embodiment the heat tray insert 200 and food container 100 cover 120 include ultraviolet (UV) lights to treat the food placed in the heat tray insert 200 to kill bacteria, viruses and other food borne pathogens and sterilize the food before, during and after the warming processes.

Food Warming System Food Container Cover and Insert Wall Structures:

FIG. 12A shows for illustrative purposes only an example of food warming system food container cover and insert wall structures of one embodiment. FIG. 12A shows food warming system food container cover and insert wall structures 1200. The wall structures include a stainless steel shell 1210 that provides an interior surface facing food 1215 that is placed in the food warming system. Also showing is a heat dispersing element conductor 1220 that is attached to the stainless steel shell 1210 and coupled to the at least one control printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) 410 of FIG. 4. The wall structures include an insulation 1230 layer that is surrounded by an exterior plastic jacket 1240 of one embodiment.

A Food Warming System Food Container Heat Tray Insert Bottom Structure:

FIG. 12B shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a food warming system food container heat tray insert bottom structure of one embodiment. FIG. 12B shows a food warming system food container heat tray insert bottom structure 1250. The insert bottom structure includes an interior surface facing food 1215 of an inner stainless steel shell 1214 with a heat dispersing element conductor 1220 attached. An insulation 1230 layer is positioned between the heat dispersing element conductor 1220 and rechargeable battery pack 400. An outer stainless steel shell 1210 provides exterior support and includes an insulation 1230 layer with an exterior plastic jacket 1240 of one embodiment.

A PCBA Insert Wall Structure:

FIG. 12C shows for illustrative purposes only an example of a PCBA insert wall structure of one embodiment. FIG. 12C shows a PCBA insert wall structure 1280 showing in a horizontal orientation for illustrative purpose, but is normally in a vertical orientation at one end of the food container. The PCBA insert wall structure 1280 includes an interior surface facing food 1215 of the inner stainless steel shell 1214. A heat dispersing element conductor 1220 is shown attached to the inner stainless steel shell 1214 for transmitting heat through the inner stainless steel shell 1214 to warm the food placed in the food warming system food container. An insulation 1230 layer is placed between the PCBA 1270 and the heat dispersing element conductor 1220. The outer stainless steel shell 1210 is used for providing exterior support and for supporting the PCBA 1270 attachment. A second insulation 1230 layer is positioned between the outer stainless steel shell 1210 and the exterior plastic jacket 1240 of one embodiment.

The foregoing has described the principles, embodiments and modes of operation of the present invention. However, the invention should not be construed as being limited to the particular embodiments discussed. The above described embodiments should be regarded as illustrative rather than restrictive, and it should be appreciated that variations may be made in those embodiments by workers skilled in the art without departing from the scope of the present invention as defined by the following claims.

Claims

1. A method, comprising: warming food in an integral heat tray insert of a food container;generating heat in the food container using electrical impedance of a plurality of heat dispersing elements;using a control printed circuit board assembly coupled to a power button for activating and controlling electrical components including the plurality of heat dispersing elements;adjusting heat temperatures from the plurality of heat dispersing elements for warming food to a comfortable and safe heat level;using at least one rechargeable battery pack coupled to the control printed circuit board assembly with a power button for activating electrical components including the plurality of heat dispersing elements; andtransmitting food status information to a user and receiving user instructions from a user digital device using a food warming system application.

2. The method of claim 1, further comprising using at least one rechargeable battery pack including a Lithium ion pack, Lithium Polymer (LiPo) Rechargeable Battery, rechargeable aluminium-based batteries, rechargeable nickel-iron battery and other rechargeable battery types.

3. The method of claim 1, further comprising food warming system devices configured for keeping foods placed inside cold.

4. The method of claim 1, further comprising food warming system devices configured for specific user activities including travel in a commercial airlines wherein the rechargeable battery pack is of a type and design that meet TSA regulations, the food container seals when closed prevent any leakage, and the cover clasp is configured to be child-proof and cannot be accidentally opened by contact with other objects.

5. The method of claim 1, further comprising food warming system cover clasps are configured to be child-proof and cannot be accidentally opened by contact with other objects.

6. The method of claim 1, further comprising the control printed circuit board assembly is configured for including at least one digital processor, at least one digital memory device, at least one database; at least one infrared thermometer coupled to the PCBA, at least one chemical vapor sensing device, at least one circuit coupled to the food container cover, at least one circuit coupled to at least one digital temperature display, at least one circuit coupled to an alert light coupled to the cover, and at least one circuit coupled to a temperature control selection device mounted on the heat tray insert mounting ledge.

7. The method of claim 1, further comprising at least one digital memory device database coupled to the control printed circuit board assembly for recording data on various food stuffs to include recipe ingredients, characteristics, visual examples, cooking instructions with minimum food safety temperatures, precautions, spoilage indications and signs, and other information for keeping foods safe for consumption.

8. The method of claim 1, further comprising control printed circuit board assembly coupled bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity devices configured for providing communication and control alternatives to the user including voice activated commands.

9. The method of claim 1, further comprising ultraviolet lights coupled to the heat tray insert and food container cover configured for treating food placed in the heat tray insert to kill bacteria, viruses and other food borne pathogens and sterilize the food before, during and after the warming processes.

10. The method of claim 1, further comprising coating the heat dispersing element conductors using a food grade silicone coating.

11. An apparatus, comprising: an integrated heat tray insert with electrical components configured for warming food placed in a food container;a plurality of heat dispersing elements configured for generating heat in the heat tray insert;a control printed circuit board assembly coupled to the heat tray insert including digital devices configured for activating and controlling heat tray insert electrical components including the plurality of dispersing elements;a temperature control device coupled to the control printed circuit board assembly configured for regulating heat temperatures generated from the plurality of heat dispersing elements;at least one rechargeable battery pack coupled to the control printed circuit board assembly configured for supplying electrical power to the heat tray insert electrical components;a food warming system application configured for installation into the control printed circuit board assembly; andat least one cellular connectivity device and transceiver coupled to the control printed circuit board assembly configured for transmitting food status information to a user and receiving user instructions from a user digital device using a food warming system application.

12. The apparatus of claim 11, further comprising control printed circuit board assembly coupled bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity devices configured for providing communication and control alternatives to the user including voice activated commands.

13. The apparatus of claim 11, further comprising a food grade silicone coating applied to the plurality of heat dispersing elements.

14. The apparatus of claim 11, further comprising ultraviolet lights coupled to the heat tray insert for treating food placed in the heat tray insert to kill bacteria, viruses and other food borne pathogens and sterilize the food before, during and after the warming processes.

15. The apparatus of claim 11, further comprising the heat tray and food container configured in shapes and sizes for various food types and natures including square, round, oblong and other shapes and sizes and wherein interior space is compartmentalized to separate foods.

16. An apparatus, comprising: a food warming system device including a heat tray insert and a food container;wherein the heat tray insert is configured to include a control printed circuit board assembly coupled to a rechargeable battery pack;a plurality of heat dispersing elements coupled to the control printed circuit board assembly and is used to warm food placed in the heat tray insert; andwherein the control printed circuit board assembly is configured to include at least one cellular connectivity device and transceiver for transmitting food status information to a user and receiving user instructions from a user digital device using a food warming system application.

17. The apparatus of claim 16, further comprising the control printed circuit board assembly is configured for including at least one digital processor, at least one digital memory device, at least one database; at least one infrared thermometer coupled to the PCBA, at least one chemical vapor sensing device, at least one circuit coupled to the food container cover, at least one circuit coupled to at least one digital temperature display, at least one circuit coupled to an alert light coupled to the cover, and at least one circuit coupled to a temperature control selection device mounted on the heat tray insert mounting ledge.

18. The apparatus of claim 16, further comprising the heat tray and food container configured in shapes and sizes for various food types and natures including square, round, oblong and other shapes and sizes and wherein interior space is compartmentalized to separate foods.

19. The apparatus of claim 16, further comprising control printed circuit board assembly coupled bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity devices configured for providing communication and control alternatives to the user including voice activated commands.

20. The apparatus of claim 16, further comprising ultraviolet lights coupled to the heat tray insert and a food container cover configured for treating food placed in the heat tray insert to kill bacteria, viruses and other food borne pathogens and sterilize the food before, during and after the warming processes.