Beverage equipment
By combining the base, brewer, first drive component and trigger, the automatic ejection and throwing of coffee grounds is achieved, which solves the problems of complex structure and high cost of existing coffee machines, reduces manufacturing costs and improves the automation and stability of the equipment.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-15
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-26
AI Technical Summary
The complex coffee dreg removal structure of existing coffee machines results in high manufacturing costs.
It adopts a combination design of base, brewer, first drive component and trigger, and automatically realizes the ejection and throwing of coffee grounds through mechanical structure, which simplifies the number and structure of drive components.
It reduces the manufacturing cost of coffee machines, improves the level of automation and equipment stability, reduces the uncertainty caused by human factors, and ensures the consistency of brewing.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This application relates to the field of beverage equipment technology, and more particularly to a beverage equipment. Background Technology
[0002] In recent years, with the popularization of coffee culture, coffee machines have gradually become an important piece of equipment in homes and offices. As an intelligent device integrating grinding, extraction, and cleaning, a fully automatic coffee machine's core functional modules include a coffee powder delivery system, a hot water pressurization extraction mechanism, and a grounds disposal device. Among these, the rapid removal of grounds (coffee grounds) directly affects the machine's continuous working capacity, hygiene performance, and user experience.
[0003] However, existing coffee machines for removing coffee dregs typically include components such as motors, drive shafts, and seals, resulting in complex structures and high manufacturing costs. Utility Model Content
[0004] This application provides a beverage device with a simple structure, which can solve the problems of complex structure and high manufacturing cost of coffee machines in related technologies.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the embodiments of this application provide the following technical solutions:
[0006] A first aspect of this application provides a beverage device, comprising:
[0007] Base;
[0008] A brewing device is movably mounted on a base. The brewing device includes an upward-opening brewing chamber and a first brewing element. The first brewing element is movably connected to the brewing chamber in the vertical direction. The top of the first brewing element is provided with a filling area for filling.
[0009] A first driving component is disposed in the brewer and is connected to the first brewing element in a transmission manner. The first driving component is used to drive the first brewing element to move in a vertical direction.
[0010] The trigger is used to drive the first drive assembly during the movement of the brewer. During part of the brewer's stroke, the trigger can drive the first brewing component to move vertically toward the opening of the brewing chamber through the first drive assembly to remove the waste residue located in the brewing chamber.
[0011] The extraction mechanism in this embodiment provides support for the brewer by setting a base, ensuring stable operation during movement. By combining a trigger and a first drive assembly, the first brewing component is automatically driven to move vertically during the brewer's movement. During a portion of its stroke, the first brewing component moves towards the opening of the brewing chamber, allowing extracted beverage residue to be automatically ejected, thus improving the automation level of the beverage equipment. Furthermore, the entire ejection process only requires the brewer to move, reducing the number of individually controlled components and consequently the overall number of parts, simplifying the structure and lowering costs.
[0012] In one possible implementation, the first drive component includes a first transmission member and a second transmission member, the first transmission member extending along the direction of movement of the brewer;
[0013] The first transmission component is connected to the second transmission component, and the second transmission component is connected to the first brewing component.
[0014] The first transmission member is used to drive the second transmission member to rotate when moving along the direction of movement of the brewer, and the second transmission member is used to drive the first brewing member to move in the vertical direction when rotating.
[0015] By including a first transmission component and a second transmission component in the first drive component, the structure of the first drive component can be simplified.
[0016] In one possible implementation, the trigger is used to drive the first transmission member during the movement of the brewer, and the trigger drives the first transmission member to move relative to the brewer in the opposite direction of the brewer's movement.
[0017] The first transmission member is used to drive the second transmission member to rotate when moving in the opposite direction to the direction of movement of the brewer relative to the brewer, and to drive the brewing member to move vertically toward the opening of the brewing chamber via the second transmission member.
[0018] During the movement of the brewer, the trigger automatically connects to the first transmission component, driving its movement. This reduces manual operation steps for the user, improving the convenience and efficiency of the beverage equipment. The mechanical drive ensures consistent top-dreg processes each time, reducing uncertainties caused by human factors and thus improving the stability and consistency of the beverage equipment.
[0019] In one possible implementation, the first brewing component includes a third transmission member that extends in a vertical direction;
[0020] The second transmission component is connected to the third transmission component.
[0021] By connecting the second and third transmission components, the rotational motion of the second transmission component can be converted into linear motion in the vertical direction, enabling the first brewing element to move precisely in the vertical direction and improving its motion accuracy. The first transmission component extends along the direction of movement of the brewer, and the third transmission component extends vertically. By using a second transmission component to convert the displacement of the first transmission component along the direction of movement of the brewer into the displacement of the third transmission component in the vertical direction, the first drive assembly is simplified, assembly difficulty is reduced, and costs are lowered. In addition, the design of the first, second, and third transmission components is relatively compact, enabling complex movements within a limited space and helping to maintain the overall compact design of the beverage equipment.
[0022] In one possible implementation, both the first and third transmission components are rack and pinion structures.
[0023] The second transmission component is a gear structure.
[0024] This configuration, due to the relatively simple mechanical structure of racks and pinions, reduces costs. The connection between the rack and pinion converts the linear motion of the rack into the rotational motion of the gear, resulting in high efficiency and low energy loss. The combination of racks and pinions also provides a degree of self-locking capability, improving safety and stability.
[0025] In one possible implementation, the beverage device also includes a second brewing element;
[0026] The second brewing unit is movably connected to the machine base in the vertical direction;
[0027] The second brewing element is used to move vertically into the brewing chamber and complete the beverage extraction when the brewer is in a specific position; wherein...
[0028] The second brewing unit includes a worm gear structure, and a worm wheel structure that cooperates with the worm gear structure is provided on the base. The worm wheel structure is used to drive the worm gear structure to move the second brewing unit in the vertical direction when rotating.
[0029] By incorporating a worm gear structure on the second brewing element and a worm wheel structure that meshes with it, small-step movements can be achieved. This allows the second brewing element to move precisely to a specific position within the brewer, ensuring the accuracy of the beverage extraction process. The worm gear and worm wheel structures have self-locking properties, meaning that when the worm gear stops rotating, the worm wheel structure will not easily reverse, preventing the second brewing element from moving due to the pressure during extraction and ensuring the stability of the extraction process.
[0030] In one possible implementation, during beverage extraction, a portion of the structure of the second brewing element is located within the brewing chamber, forming an extraction space between the second and first brewing elements; wherein...
[0031] The first brewing unit includes an inlet pipe, and the second brewing unit includes an outlet pipe. Both the inlet and outlet pipes are connected to the extraction space.
[0032] In one possible implementation, a drive motor is also included, which is connected to the worm gear structure and is used to drive the worm gear structure to rotate.
[0033] In one possible implementation, a detection device and a control device are also included; wherein,
[0034] The detection device is used to detect the position information of the brewer;
[0035] The control device is connected to the detection device, and the control device is used to control the start of the drive motor based on the position information.
[0036] In one possible implementation, a second driving component is also included; wherein,
[0037] The second drive component is connected to the brewer drive and is used to drive the brewer to move.
[0038] In one possible implementation, the trigger is set independently of the base; or...
[0039] The trigger is located on any part that is fixed or movable relative to the base, and can establish a drive connection with the first drive component during the movement of the brewer.
[0040] In one possible implementation, the driving connection between the trigger and the first transmission member can be any one of the following: meshing connection, snap-fit connection, magnetic connection, or push-fit connection.
[0041] In one possible implementation, the transmission connection between the first transmission component and the second transmission component includes any one of gear and rack transmission, chain transmission, belt transmission, and worm gear transmission.
[0042] In one possible implementation, the stroke of the first brewing element moving vertically toward the opening of the brewing chamber is adjustable, and this is achieved through an adjustment structure provided on the brewer.
[0043] The adjustment structure includes any one of the following: adjusting bolts, adjusting slide rails, and adjusting gear sets. Attached Figure Description
[0044] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0045] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of this application;
[0046] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of this application;
[0047] Figure 3 This is another cross-sectional structural diagram of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of this application;
[0048] Figure 4 This is another cross-sectional structural diagram of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of this application;
[0049] Figure 5 This is a partial structural diagram of a brewer for a beverage device provided in an embodiment of this application;
[0050] Figure 6 This is another cross-sectional structural diagram of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of this application;
[0051] Figure 7 This is another cross-sectional structural diagram of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of this application;
[0052] Figure 8 This is another cross-sectional structural diagram of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of this application.
[0053] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:
[0054] 100 - Extraction mechanism; 10 - Base; 11 - First sidewall;
[0055] 12-Second sidewall; 13-Trigger element; 14-Drive element;
[0056] 15-Blocking part; 16-Collection part; 161-Opening;
[0057] 17-Inlet connector;
[0058] 20 - Brewing device; 21 - First drive assembly; 211 - First transmission component;
[0059] 212 - Second transmission component; 22 - Brewing chamber; 221 - Extraction space;
[0060] 23-First brewing component; 231-Third transmission component; 232-Liquid inlet pipe;
[0061] 30 - Second brewing unit; 31 - Worm gear structure; 32 - Liquid outlet pipe;
[0062] 40 - Worm gear structure; 50 - Pie-making assembly;
[0063] 200 - Raw material cake. Detailed Implementation
[0064] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.
[0065] In recent years, with the popularization of coffee culture, coffee machines have gradually become an important piece of equipment in homes and offices. As an intelligent device integrating grinding, extraction, and cleaning, a fully automatic coffee machine's core functional modules include a coffee powder delivery system, a hot water pressurization extraction mechanism, and a grounds disposal device. Among these, the rapid removal of grounds (coffee grounds) directly affects the machine's continuous working capacity, hygiene performance, and user experience.
[0066] However, the structure of coffee machines used for rinsing in related technologies usually includes components such as motors, drive shafts, and seals, resulting in complex structures and high manufacturing costs.
[0067] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this application provides a beverage device capable of coffee extraction. This device automatically removes and discards grounds during the brewing process, and its simple structure reduces costs.
[0068] The beverage equipment provided in the embodiments of this application will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0069] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the overall structure of the beverage equipment is shown. Figure 2 The image shows a schematic diagram of the beverage equipment after it has been cut open.
[0070] It should be noted that, for ease of description, this embodiment uses the horizontal direction of the brewer as an example. The horizontal direction is represented by the x-direction in the figure, and the vertical direction by the z-direction. During normal use, the vertical direction refers to the height of the beverage equipment.
[0071] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown in the figure, this application provides a beverage device 100, which may include a base 10, a brewer 20, a first drive assembly 21 and a trigger 13.
[0072] The base 10 may include a first position and a second position disposed along the horizontal direction (x direction). The brewer 20 is movably connected to the base 10 in the horizontal direction (x direction), and the brewer 20 can move along the horizontal direction (x direction) between the first position and the second position. Figure 2 The brewer 20 of the beverage device 100 shown is located in the first position in the horizontal direction (x direction).
[0073] Understandably, the brewer 20 can complete the extraction of the beverage at the first position and push out the extracted residue inside the brewer 20 at the second position in order to separate the extracted residue from the brewer 20.
[0074] See Figure 2 As shown, the brewer 20 may include an upward-opening brewing chamber 22 and a first brewing element 23. The first brewing element 23 is movably connected to the brewing chamber 22 in the vertical direction (z direction). The top of the first brewing element is provided with a filling area for filling, and beverage ingredients can be placed in the filling area. The beverage ingredients can be coffee, fruit, etc.
[0075] It should be noted that the brewer can move in other directions as well. For example, the brewer can rotate around a vertical axis. In this embodiment, the brewer can move in any direction within a plane perpendicular to the vertical. In this embodiment, the direction of movement of the brewer is not further limited.
[0076] For example, the top of the brewing chamber 22 is open to receive the beverage ingredients to be extracted. The central axis of the brewing chamber 22 is arranged along the vertical direction (z-direction), and the opening faces upward. Part of the structure of the first brewing element 23 is located inside the brewing chamber 22, and part of the structure extends from the bottom of the brewing chamber 22 to the outside of the brewing chamber 22. The first brewing element 23 can move relative to the brewing chamber 22 along the vertical direction (z-direction). When beverage ingredients are placed in the brewing chamber 22, the beverage ingredients are located in the filler area at the top of the first brewing element 23.
[0077] In some embodiments, the top of the first brewing component 23 can provide support during the pressing of beverage ingredients into a cake.
[0078] In one possible implementation, the stroke of the first brewing component 23 moving vertically (z-direction) toward the opening of the brewing chamber 22 is adjustable, and this is achieved through an adjustment structure (not shown in the figure) provided on the brewer 20. The adjustment structure may include any one of an adjustment bolt, an adjustment slide rail, or an adjustment gear set, as long as it can perform the adjustment operation. In this embodiment, the specific structure of the adjustment structure is not further limited.
[0079] Figure 3 This is another cross-sectional structural diagram of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 3 The diagram shows the relative positions of the first brewing element 23 and the second brewing element 30 when the brewer 20 is extracting a beverage.
[0080] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the beverage apparatus 100 may further include a second brewing element 30. The second brewing element 30 is movably connected to the base 10 in the vertical direction (z-direction). The second brewing element 30 is used to move vertically (z-direction) into the brewing chamber 22 and complete the beverage extraction when the brewer 20 is in a specific position (see Figure 100). Figure 3 (As shown). The second brewing unit 30 may include a worm gear structure 31, and the base 10 is provided with a worm wheel structure 40 that cooperates with the worm gear structure 31. The worm wheel structure 40 is used to drive the worm gear structure 31 to move the second brewing unit 30 in the vertical direction (z direction) when rotating.
[0081] For example, in the vertical direction, the second brewing element 30 can be positioned opposite the first position, which is the specific position. When the brewer is in the first position, the second brewing element 30 can move vertically (z-direction) into the brewing chamber 22 and complete the beverage extraction (see...). Figure 3 (As shown).
[0082] For example, an external thread can be provided on the outer side of the second brewing element 30 to form a worm gear structure 31. The worm gear structure 40 can be a rotating nut with an internal thread, which is sleeved on the outer side of the second brewing element 30 and forms a drive connection with the external thread on the outer side of the second brewing element 30. This simplifies the structure of the second brewing element 30 and reduces costs.
[0083] By incorporating a worm gear structure 31 on the second brewing element 30 and a worm wheel structure 40 that cooperates with the worm gear structure 31, small-step movements can be achieved. This allows the second brewing element 30 to move precisely to a specific position within the brewer 20, ensuring the accuracy of the beverage extraction process. The worm gear structure 31 and the worm wheel structure 40 have self-locking properties, meaning that when the worm gear structure 31 stops rotating, the worm wheel structure 40 will not easily reverse, preventing the second brewing element 30 from moving due to the pressure during extraction and ensuring the stability of the extraction process.
[0084] See also Figure 3 As shown, during beverage extraction, a portion of the structure of the second brewing element 30 is located within the brewing chamber 22, and an extraction space 221 is formed between the second brewing element 30 and the first brewing element 23, with the raw material cake 200 to be extracted located within the extraction space 221.
[0085] The first brewing unit 23 may include a liquid inlet pipe 232, and the second brewing unit 30 may include a liquid outlet pipe 32. Both the liquid inlet pipe 232 and the liquid outlet pipe 32 are connected to the extraction space 221. During beverage extraction, the liquid that enters from the liquid inlet pipe 232 passes through the raw material cake 200 to be extracted in the extraction space 221 and is discharged from the liquid outlet pipe 32, thereby obtaining the extracted beverage.
[0086] Figure 3 The extraction space 221 is represented by the area covered by the dashed box. To make it clear, the boundary of the dashed box is located on the raw material cake 200 to be extracted. It should be noted that the boundary of the dashed box does not represent the boundary of the extraction space.
[0087] See Figure 3 As shown, a liquid inlet connector 17 can be provided on the base 10. When the brewer 20 is in the first position, the liquid inlet connector 17 is connected to the liquid inlet pipe 232, and liquid with a certain pressure can be injected into the liquid inlet pipe 232 through the liquid inlet connector 17 to meet the pressure during extraction and ensure the extraction effect. The extraction pressure can be the commonly used extraction pressure. In this embodiment, the extraction pressure is not further limited.
[0088] In one possible implementation, the worm gear structure 40 is rotatably mounted on the base 10. The beverage device 100 also includes a drive motor (not shown) that is motive-connected to the worm gear structure 40 and is used to drive the worm gear structure 40 to rotate.
[0089] By setting a drive motor, the worm gear structure 40 can be precisely driven to rotate, thereby precisely controlling the travel of the worm structure 31. This ensures more precise vertical displacement of the second brewing element 30, guaranteeing extraction accuracy and the taste of the beverage.
[0090] In one possible implementation, the beverage device 100 may further include a detection device and a control device (not shown in the figure). The detection device is used to detect the position information of the brewer 20. The control device is connected to the detection device and is used to control the drive motor to start based on the position information.
[0091] For example, when the brewer 20 is in a specific position (e.g., the first position), the control device can control the drive motor to rotate forward to drive the worm gear structure 40 to rotate. The rotation of the worm gear structure 40 drives the worm structure 31 to move the second brewing component 30 along the vertical direction (z direction) toward the brewer 20.
[0092] In some embodiments, the control device can also be used to control the drive motor to reverse after extraction is completed, so as to drive the worm gear structure 40 to rotate. The rotation of the worm gear structure 40 drives the worm structure 31 to move the second brewing component 30 in the vertical direction (z direction) away from the brewer 20.
[0093] By setting up detection and control devices, the movement of the second brewing element 30 can be controlled in the first position to complete the beverage extraction, preventing accidental collisions between the second brewing element 30 and the brewer 20. It also enables automatic beverage extraction, reducing manual intervention and improving the automation of the beverage equipment 1000.
[0094] In one possible implementation, the beverage device 100 may further include a second drive assembly (not shown in the figure). This second drive assembly is motive-connected to the brewer 20 and is used to drive the brewer 20 to move, for example, to drive the brewer 20 to move along a horizontal direction (x-direction).
[0095] For example, the control device can be electrically connected to the second drive assembly, and the control device can be used to control the second drive assembly to drive the brewer 20 to move along the horizontal direction (x direction). For example, after the brewer 20 completes beverage extraction at the first position, the control device can control the second drive assembly to drive the brewer 20 from the first position to the second position. After the brewer 20 reaches the second position, the control device can control the second drive assembly to drive the brewer 20 from the second position back to the first position until it returns to the initial position, which can be the position where the brewer is filled with ingredients. In the embodiments of this application, the specific function of the control device is not further limited.
[0096] See Figure 3As shown, the first drive assembly 21 is disposed in the brewer 20. For example, the first drive assembly 21 can be disposed in the internal space of the brewer 20 and located in the external space of the brewing chamber 22. The first drive assembly 21 is connected to the first brewing element 23 in a driving connection, and the first drive assembly 21 is used to drive the first brewing element 23 to move in the vertical direction (z direction).
[0097] Figure 4 This is another cross-sectional structural diagram of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 4 The brewer 20 is located in the second position.
[0098] like Figure 4 As shown, the trigger 13 can be disposed on the base 10. The trigger 13 is used to drive the brewer 20 to the first drive assembly 21 during the process of the brewer 20 moving from the first position to the second position, and drive the first brewing component 23 to move along the vertical direction (z direction) to the top of the brewing chamber 22 through the first drive assembly 21.
[0099] For example, when the brewer 20 is in the second position, the top of the first brewing element 23 can be flush with the top of the brewer 20, or the top of the first brewing element 23 can be slightly higher than the top of the brewer 20 (wherein, a height difference within 5 mm can be considered "slightly higher"), so as to ensure that the extracted coffee grounds can be completely pushed out of the brewing chamber 22.
[0100] It should be noted that the trigger element 13 can be set independently of the base 10. The trigger element 13 can also be set on any component that is fixed or movable relative to the base 10, and can establish a driving connection with the first drive assembly 21 during the movement of the brewer 20. In this embodiment, the specific location of the trigger element 13 is not further limited.
[0101] The beverage device 100 in this embodiment provides support for the brewer 20 and the trigger 13 by setting the base 10, ensuring stable operation of the beverage device 100 during beverage extraction. By combining the trigger 13 with the first drive assembly 21, the first brewing component 23 can be automatically driven to move vertically (z-direction) towards the top of the brewing chamber 22 as the brewer 20 moves horizontally (x-direction) from the first position to the second position, so that the extracted coffee grounds are ejected from the brewing chamber 22, thereby achieving automatic grounds ejection and improving the automation level of the beverage device 1000.
[0102] Furthermore, during the entire top-fermentation process, the brewer 20 only needs to move horizontally (x-direction). This driving method reduces the number of individually controlled components, thereby reducing the overall number of components, simplifying the structure, and ultimately lowering costs. Simplifying the drive mechanism of the brewer 20 further reduces the cost of the beverage equipment 100. Additionally, the combined use of the trigger 13 and the first drive assembly 21, compared to driving the second brewing component 30 via a drive motor, reduces the need for a drive motor, thus saving energy and reducing energy consumption.
[0103] Figure 5 This is a partial structural diagram of a brewer for a beverage device provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 5 The diagram shows a schematic of the structure of the first drive component 21 disposed on the brewer 20, and the positional relationship between the trigger 13 and the first drive component 21.
[0104] In one possible implementation, the first drive assembly 21 may include a first transmission member 211 and a second transmission member 212, the first transmission member 211 extending along the moving direction of the brewer 20; the first transmission member 211 is driveably connected to the second transmission member 212, and the second transmission member 212 is driveably connected to the first brewing member 23 (see...). Figure 4 (As shown). The first transmission member 211 is used to drive the second transmission member 212 to rotate when moving along the moving direction of the brewer 20, and the second transmission member 212 is used to drive the first brewing member 23 to move in the vertical direction when rotating.
[0105] like Figure 5 As shown, the first transmission member 211 is a rack and pinion structure, and the second transmission member 212 is a gear structure. The first transmission member 211 extends along the horizontal direction (x direction). The first transmission member 211 is used to drive the second transmission member 212 to rotate when moving along the horizontal direction (x direction), and the second transmission member 212 is used to drive the first brewing member 23 to move along the vertical direction (z direction) when rotating.
[0106] Combination Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, when the first transmission member 211 moves in the horizontal direction (x direction) away from the second position, the second transmission member 212 can rotate to drive the first brewing member 23 to move in the vertical direction (z direction) toward the opening of the brewer 20, that is, to move upward, thereby pushing out the extracted residue.
[0107] When the first transmission member 211 moves horizontally (x-direction) toward the direction closer to the second position, the second transmission member 212 can rotate to drive the first brewing member 23 to move vertically (z-direction) toward the bottom of the brewer 20, that is, downward, thereby restoring the first brewing member 23 to its initial position for the next use.
[0108] It should be noted that, in the vertical direction (z direction), the top of the brewing chamber 22 is located at the top of the brewer 20.
[0109] By configuring the first drive assembly 21 to include a first transmission member 211 and a second transmission member 212, production costs can be reduced due to the relatively simple mechanical structure of racks and pinions, which are easy to design and manufacture. The connection between the second transmission member 212 and the first transmission member 211 converts the linear motion of the first transmission member 211 into the rotational motion of the second transmission member 212. This transmission method is highly efficient and has low energy loss. The combination of the first transmission member 211 and the second transmission member 212 provides a certain degree of self-locking capability, preventing accidental movement of the first transmission member 211 when there is no driving force, thus improving the safety and stability of the beverage equipment 100.
[0110] It should be noted that in other embodiments, the first transmission member 211 and the second transmission member 212 may also have other structures. For example, the transmission connection method between the first transmission member 211 and the second transmission member 212 may include any one of chain drive, belt drive, and worm gear drive. In the implementation of this application, the transmission connection method between the first transmission member 211 and the second transmission member 212 is not further limited.
[0111] See also Figure 4 As shown, the first brewing unit 23 may include a third transmission member 231, which extends in the vertical direction (z-direction). The second transmission member 212 is drively connected to the third transmission member 231. For example, the third transmission member 231 is a rack and pinion structure.
[0112] For example, the third transmission member 231 is disposed on the side of the portion of the first brewing member 23 that extends from the bottom of the brewing chamber 22 to outside the brewing chamber 22, so as to engage with the second transmission member 212.
[0113] By connecting the second transmission member 212 to the third transmission member 231, the rotational motion of the second transmission member 212 can be converted into linear motion in the vertical direction, enabling the first brewing member 23 to move precisely in the vertical direction (z-direction), thus improving the motion accuracy of the second brewing member 30. The first transmission member 211 extends in the horizontal direction (x-direction), and the third transmission member 231 extends in the vertical direction (z-direction). By using the second transmission member 212 to convert the horizontal (x-direction) movement of the first transmission member 211 into the vertical (z-direction) movement of the third transmission member 231, the structure of the component driving the first brewing member 23 to move in the vertical (z-direction) direction is simplified, and assembly difficulty is reduced, thereby reducing costs. In addition, the design of the first transmission member 211, the second transmission member 212, and the third transmission member 231 is relatively compact, enabling complex movements within a limited space and helping to maintain the overall compact design of the beverage equipment 1000. The combination of gears and racks provides a self-locking function, preventing accidental movement of the rack when there is no driving force, thus improving the safety and stability of the beverage equipment 100.
[0114] See also Figure 5 As shown, the trigger 13 can be used to drive the first transmission member 211 during the movement of the brewer 20 from the first position to the second position. The trigger 13 drives the first transmission member 211 to move in the horizontal direction (x direction) away from the second position. The first transmission member 211 is used to drive the second transmission member 212 to rotate when moving in the horizontal direction (x direction) away from the second position, and through the second transmission member 212, drive the brewing member to move in the vertical direction (z direction) towards the top of the brewing chamber 22.
[0115] During the process of the brewer 20 moving horizontally (x-direction) from the first position to the second position, the trigger 13 automatically connects to the first transmission component 211 and drives the first transmission component 211 to move. This reduces the number of manual operation steps for the user and improves the convenience and efficiency of the beverage equipment 1000. The mechanical drive ensures that the top-dreg process is consistent each time, reducing uncertainties caused by human factors, thereby improving the stability and brewing consistency of the beverage equipment 100.
[0116] In some embodiments, the trigger 13 may be located on the side of the brewer 20 facing the second position. The trigger 13 is used to abut against the first transmission member 211 during the process of the brewer 20 moving from the first position to the second position, so as to drive the first transmission member 211 to move in the horizontal direction (x direction) away from the second position.
[0117] It should be noted that in the embodiments of this application, "orientation" refers to orientation in a broad sense and is not limited to being set up with the front and back facing each other.
[0118] It should be noted that, in other embodiments, the driving connection between the trigger 13 and the first transmission member 211 can also be any one of meshing connection, snap-fit connection, magnetic connection, or push-fit connection. In this application, the driving connection method between the trigger 13 and the first transmission member 211 is not further limited.
[0119] For example, such as Figure 5 As shown, the base 10 may include a first sidewall 11. In the horizontal direction (x direction), the first sidewall 11 is located on the side of the second position away from the first position. A trigger 13 is disposed on the first sidewall 11, and the trigger 13 extends in the horizontal direction (x direction) toward the first position.
[0120] By integrating the trigger 13 onto the first sidewall 11 of the base 10, the existing structure of the base 10 can be fully utilized, avoiding additional components and space occupation, thereby improving the overall compactness of the beverage equipment 1000. The first sidewall 11 provides a stable reference point for the trigger 13, which helps ensure that the trigger 13 does not shift during operation, thus improving the reliability of the beverage equipment 100. The integrated design of the trigger 13 with the base 10 reduces the number of parts that need to be installed and connected separately, thereby reducing manufacturing and assembly costs.
[0121] By setting the trigger 13 to extend in the horizontal direction (x direction), it can directly interact with the moving brewer 20. This optimizes the movement path and ensures that the trigger 13 can effectively drive the brewer 20 at the appropriate time and position, automatically completing the top slag process and improving operating efficiency.
[0122] Of course, in other embodiments, the trigger 13 can also be located in other positions. For example, the trigger 13 is located at the bottom of the brewer 20 and extends vertically upward. When the brewer 20 is in the first position, the first transmission member 211 is located on the side of the trigger 13 away from the second position. When the brewer 20 moves from the first position to the second position, the trigger 13 and the first transmission member 211 are in a pushing connection. Accordingly, the brewer 20 is provided with a space for the trigger 13 to move horizontally.
[0123] In this embodiment, the trigger 13 can be a rod-shaped structure, which reduces the space occupied and facilitates assembly.
[0124] Of course, in other embodiments, the trigger 13 can also be of other types of structure. For example, it can be a linear structure or a strip structure. For instance, in the horizontal direction (x direction), the trigger 13 is fixed to the side of the base 10 away from the second position, and the other end is connected to the end of the first transmission member 211 away from the second position. When the brewer 20 moves from the first position to the second position, the trigger 13 is straightened, thereby pulling the first transmission member 211 to move away from the second position. Therefore, in the embodiments of this application, the structure, shape, and placement of the trigger 13 are not further limited.
[0125] Figure 6 This is another cross-sectional structural diagram of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 6 The image shows the brewer 20 moving along the direction from the second position to the first position until the first transmission member 211 abuts against the base 10.
[0126] Figure 7 This is another cross-sectional structural diagram of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 7 The diagram shows a structural schematic of the brewer 20 when it is in the filling position and the cake-making assembly 50 extends into the brewer 20.
[0127] like Figure 6 As shown, the beverage apparatus 100 may further include a puck-making assembly 50. The base 10 may also include a material loading position. The puck-making assembly 50 is located at the top of the material loading position and is movably connected to the base 10 in the vertical direction (z-direction). When the brewer 20 is in the material loading position, it can receive coffee grounds. The puck-making assembly 50 is used to move vertically (z-direction) into the brewing chamber 22 when the brewer 20 is in the material loading position to form a puck from the raw material powder (see [reference]). Figure 7 (As shown).
[0128] In this embodiment, the first position is located between the filling position and the second position in the horizontal direction (x-direction). A drive member 14 is provided on the base 10. The drive member 14 is used to drive the first transmission member 211 during the movement of the brewer 20 from the second position to the filling position, and the drive member 14 drives the first transmission member 211 to move horizontally (x-direction) towards the second position. The first transmission member 211, while moving horizontally (x-direction) towards the second position, drives the second transmission member 212 to rotate, and through the second transmission member 212 drives the first brewing member to move vertically (z-direction) towards the bottom of the brewing chamber 22.
[0129] During the movement of the brewer 20 horizontally (x-direction) from the first position to the filling position, the drive component 14 automatically connects to the first transmission component 211 and drives the first transmission component 211 to move. This, in turn, moves the first brewing component 23 vertically (z-direction) towards the bottom of the brewing chamber 22, returning the first brewing component 23 to its original position for future use. This reduces manual operation steps for the user, improving the convenience and efficiency of the beverage equipment. This design utilizes existing motion paths and components to achieve complex functions without requiring additional space or parts, thus maintaining the compact design of the beverage equipment.
[0130] For example, the base 10 may include a second sidewall 12, with the first sidewall 11 and the second sidewall 12 spaced apart from each other in the horizontal direction (x-direction). The loading position, the first position, and the second position are all located between the first sidewall 11 and the second sidewall 12. In the horizontal direction (x-direction), the second sidewall 12 is located on the side of the loading position away from the first position. The second sidewall 12 is configured as a drive member 14.
[0131] Of course, in other embodiments, the driving member 14 may be a structure such as a protrusion provided on the second side wall 12. In this embodiment, the specific structure of the driving member 14 is not further limited.
[0132] By directly configuring the second sidewall 12 as the drive element 14, the need for independent drive components can be reduced, simplifying the overall structure of the beverage equipment 100 and reducing manufacturing and assembly complexity. Utilizing the sidewall of the base 10 as the drive element 14 avoids the need for additional drive mechanisms, thus maintaining the compact design of the beverage equipment. Reducing the number of independent drive components can lower material and production costs, thereby reducing overall costs. The second sidewall 12 as the drive element 14 provides a stable reference surface that can withstand the forces and vibrations generated during operation, improving the stability and reliability of the beverage equipment 100. Due to the simpler structure, maintenance and repair become easier. Reducing the number of potentially faulty independent components lowers the frequency and complexity of maintenance. The positional design of the second sidewall 12 as the drive element 14 allows for natural interaction with the first transmission element 211 during the movement of the brewer 20, ensuring efficient and smooth driving processes.
[0133] Figure 8 This is another cross-sectional structural diagram of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 8 The diagram shows the process of the brewer 20 moving from the second position to the loading position, during which the blocking part 15 separates the extracted residue from the first brewing element 23.
[0134] In one possible implementation, the base 10 may further include a blocking part 15. The blocking part 15 is used to separate the extracted residue from the first cooking member 23 before the drive member 14 is driven to connect with the first transmission member 211.
[0135] For example, a portion of the outer wall of the puffing assembly 50 forms a blocking portion 15. For instance, the side of the outer wall of the puffing assembly 50 facing the brewer 20 is higher than the height of the top surface of the first brewing element 23 when the brewer 20 is in the second position. This allows the extracted coffee grounds on the top of the first brewing element 23 to be removed as the brewer 20 moves from the second position to the filling position. This simplifies the overall structure of the beverage device 100 and reduces costs.
[0136] Of course, in other embodiments, the blocking part 15 can also be set as a separate structure. In this embodiment, the location of the blocking part 15 is not further limited.
[0137] By incorporating the blocking part 15, the residue can be separated from the first brewing element 23 after beverage extraction, preventing residual beverage liquid or residue from contaminating the brewer 20 or other components, thereby maintaining the cleanliness of the beverage equipment 100. The blocking part 15 performs the separation operation before the drive member 14 connects to the first transmission member 211, that is, before the first brewing element 23 moves downwards. This ensures that the extracted residue is fully separated, preventing any residue from remaining on the top of the first brewing element 23 and avoiding unnecessary interference. The automated separation and cleaning process reduces manual operation steps and improves the efficiency of the beverage equipment.
[0138] In one possible implementation, the base 10 may further include a collection section 16. In the vertical direction (z direction), the collection section 16 may be located at the bottom of the brewer 20, and the side of the collection section 16 facing the brewer 20 has an opening 161, which is configured as an inlet to receive the extracted residue.
[0139] By setting up the collection section 16, the coffee that has separated from the first brewing unit 23 can be collected in a concentrated manner, preventing the extracted coffee residue from scattering in other places and causing pollution, thus improving the cleanliness of the beverage equipment 100.
[0140] For example, the collection section 16 can be a drawer-type structure with a top opening 161. The collection section 16 can be movably connected to the base 10 in the horizontal direction (x direction), for example, by a pull-out connection. When the residue in the collection section 16 needs to be cleaned, the collection section 16 can be pulled directly out of the base 10 for centralized processing.
[0141] The various embodiments or implementation methods described in this specification are presented in a progressive manner. Each embodiment focuses on the differences from other embodiments, and the same or similar parts between the embodiments can be referred to each other.
[0142] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.
[0143] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms “comprising” and “having” as used herein, and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, for example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that includes a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units that are expressly listed, but may include other steps or units that are not expressly listed or that are inherent to such process, method, product, or apparatus.
[0144] Unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the connection within two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated.
[0145] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and are not intended to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.
Claims
1. A beverage equipment, characterized in that, include: Base; A brewing device is movably mounted on the base. The brewing device includes an upwardly open brewing chamber and a first brewing element. The first brewing element is movably connected to the brewing chamber in the vertical direction. The top of the first brewing element is provided with a filling area for filling. A first driving component is disposed in the brewing device and is connected to the first brewing element in a transmission manner. The first driving component is used to drive the first brewing element to move along the vertical direction. A trigger is provided for driving connection with the first drive assembly during the movement of the brewer, and during a portion of the travel of the brewer, the trigger can drive the first brewing component to move along the vertical direction toward the opening of the brewing chamber via the first drive assembly to remove the waste residue located in the brewing chamber.
2. The beverage equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first drive assembly includes a first transmission member and a second transmission member, wherein the first transmission member extends along the moving direction of the brewer; The first transmission component is connected to the second transmission component, and the second transmission component is connected to the first brewing component. The first transmission member is used to drive the second transmission member to rotate when moving along the moving direction of the brewer, and the second transmission member is used to drive the first brewing member to move along the vertical direction when rotating.
3. The beverage equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, The trigger is used to drive the first transmission member during the movement of the brewer, and the trigger drives the first transmission member to move in the opposite direction to the movement direction of the brewer relative to the brewer. The first transmission member is used to drive the second transmission member to rotate when moving in the opposite direction to the direction of movement of the brewer relative to the brewer, and to drive the brewing member to move in the vertical direction toward the opening of the brewing chamber through the second transmission member.
4. The beverage equipment according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The first brewing component includes a third transmission component, which extends along the vertical direction; The second transmission component is connected to the third transmission component.
5. The beverage equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that, Both the first transmission component and the third transmission component are rack and pinion structures; The second transmission component is a gear structure.
6. The beverage equipment according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, It also includes a second brewing unit; The second brewing component is movably connected to the base in the vertical direction; The second brewing element is used to move vertically into the brewing chamber and complete the beverage extraction when the brewer is in a specific position; wherein, The second brewing component includes a worm gear structure, and the base is provided with a worm wheel structure that cooperates with the worm gear structure. The worm wheel structure is used to drive the worm gear structure to move the second brewing component along the vertical direction when rotating.
7. The beverage equipment according to claim 6, characterized in that, During beverage extraction, a portion of the structure of the second brewing element is located within the brewing chamber, forming an extraction space between the second brewing element and the first brewing element; wherein, The first brewing unit includes a liquid inlet pipe, and the second brewing unit includes a liquid outlet pipe, both of which are connected to the extraction space.
8. The beverage equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, It also includes a drive motor, which is connected to the worm gear structure and is used to drive the worm gear structure to rotate.
9. The beverage equipment according to claim 8, characterized in that, It also includes detection devices and control devices; among which, The detection device is used to detect the position information of the brewer; The control device is connected to the detection device, and the control device is used to control the drive motor to start according to the position information.
10. The beverage equipment according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, It also includes a second drive component; wherein, The second drive component is connected to the brewer drive and is used to drive the brewer to move.
11. The beverage equipment according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, The trigger element is disposed independently of the base; or... The trigger is disposed on any component that is fixed or movable relative to the base, and can establish a drive connection with the first drive component during the movement of the brewer.
12. The beverage equipment according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The driving connection between the trigger and the first transmission component can be any one of the following: meshing connection, snap-fit connection, magnetic connection, or push-fit connection.
13. The beverage equipment according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The transmission connection between the first transmission component and the second transmission component can be any one of gear and rack transmission, chain transmission, belt transmission, or worm gear transmission.
14. The beverage equipment according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, The stroke of the first brewing component moving toward the opening of the brewing chamber along the vertical direction is adjustable, and this is achieved through an adjustment structure provided on the brewer; The adjustment structure includes any one of the following: adjustment bolt, adjustment slide rail, and adjustment gear set.