A toaster is fitted with a hopper for powdered oak granules, and a feed mechanism. As toasting is underway, an archimedes' screw raises the dust to allow it to sprinkle in fine streams onto the red hot element.
A sensor detects when the element has cooled, and passes a small brush back and forth a few times to clear any ash.-- pocmloc, Jan 23 2010 Sounds nice. +-- xenzag, Jan 23 2010 extra smoky flavor.-- WcW, Jan 23 2010 A control knob on the side adjusts smokiness, of course. Plus a selector for oak, apple, or walnut granules, each loaded into different hoppers.-- pocmloc, Jan 23 2010 random, halfbakery