Intelligent condiment dispenser

Abstract

This utility model provides an intelligent seasoning dispenser, relating to the field of kitchen appliance technology. The intelligent seasoning dispenser includes a seasoning bottle assembly, a device body, and a drive assembly. This intelligent seasoning dispenser has the following advantages: 1. The cavity of the seasoning bottle assembly can hold solid or liquid seasonings without changing their state, preventing spoilage and ensuring the final taste and texture of the dish; 2. The device body has a slot for storing the seasoning bottle assembly, providing comprehensive functionality; 3. The seasoning bottle assembly allows for control of seasoning dosage via a switch, supporting both manual and automatic quantitative seasoning dispensing, enabling more intelligent, rapid, and precise seasoning dispensing in various cooking scenarios.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of kitchen appliance technology, and more specifically, to an intelligent seasoning machine. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, there are many types of seasoning bottles or jars available for home kitchens, usually in various sizes. Seasoning bottles are stored on spice racks or placed directly on the countertop, and seasonings are taken out individually when cooking. Since inexperienced users often find it difficult to judge the amount of seasoning used, the quality of the dishes can be unsatisfactory. Therefore, there are also seasoning machines on the market that can automatically dispense seasonings in precise quantities.

[0003] However, existing quantitative seasoning machines cannot automatically dispense solid seasonings in precise quantities during cooking; the solid seasonings must be dissolved into a solution before being added. This design presents the following problems: 1. Because the solid seasonings are dissolved into a solution and stored in the bottle, the liquid seasoning in the bottle is prone to spoilage; 2. Because the solid seasonings need to be dissolved into a solution and added during the cooking process, this results in excessive moisture in the final dish. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide an intelligent seasoning machine that has the function of storing seasoning bottles and can also hold solid or liquid seasonings.

[0005] The embodiments of this utility model can be implemented as follows: In a first aspect, this utility model provides an intelligent seasoning machine, comprising: A seasoning bottle assembly, the seasoning bottle assembly having a cavity, an opening and a switch, the cavity being used to contain seasoning, the cavity and the opening being connected through a feeding channel, and the switch being used to open or close the feeding channel; The device body has a slot and a discharge hole on its top. The slot is connected to the discharge hole. The bottle assembly is disposed in the slot so that the opening faces the discharge hole and is connected to the discharge hole. A drive component is disposed within the device body. The output terminal of the drive component is connected to the switch. The drive component is used to drive the switch to open or close the feeding channel.

[0006] In an optional embodiment, the drive assembly includes a drive member and a drive linkage. The drive linkage includes a body and at least one connecting arm. The output end of the drive member is throttledly connected to the body. The drive member drives the drive linkage to move, so that the connecting arm drives the switch to open or close the feeding channel.

[0007] In an optional embodiment, the device body is provided with at least one set of the slots and the discharge hole. The set of the slots and the discharge hole includes two connected slots and the discharge hole. The discharge hole is located at the bottom of the slot. The two slots are spaced apart. The two bottle assemblies are respectively disposed in the two slots. At least one set of the slots and the discharge holes correspond to at least one of the drive components. The drive linkage includes a body and two connecting arms. The two connecting arms are located at both ends of the body and are respectively arranged relative to the switches of the two bottle components. The driving component drives the driving linkage to rotate along a first direction or a second direction, so that any one of the connecting arms drives the switch arranged opposite it to open or close the feeding channel.

[0008] In an optional embodiment, the intelligent seasoning machine further includes a receiving cup; The device body has a groove on its side wall, the receiving cup is disposed in the groove, and the discharge hole is connected to the groove.

[0009] In an optional embodiment, the intelligent seasoning machine further includes a heating module disposed on the device body located at the bottom of the groove, the heating module being used to prevent the seasoning from clumping.

[0010] In an optional embodiment, a placement plate is provided in the groove. The placement plate is arranged horizontally and connected to the inner wall of the device body. The placement plate divides the groove into a placement area and a first storage area arranged vertically. The top of the device body is also provided with a second storage area, and the first storage area and the second storage area are used to store items; The placement plate is provided with a positioning groove, and the receiving cup is placed in the positioning groove of the placement plate.

[0011] In an optional embodiment, the device body includes a top cover and a body, the top cover is disposed on the top of the body, and the top cover is provided with a plurality of first slots arranged side by side, the plurality of first slots vertically penetrating the top cover; The top of the machine body is provided with a plurality of second slots arranged side by side, and the bottom of the second slots is provided with the material discharge hole. The plurality of first slots and the plurality of second slots are arranged opposite to each other, and the first slots and the second slots form the slots. The drive assembly is located inside the fuselage.

[0012] In an optional embodiment, the intelligent seasoning machine further includes a control module and an external terminal control module that are connected in communication. The control module is connected in communication with the drive component and is disposed within the device body. The external terminal control module has a built-in recipe. The control module is used to control the drive component according to the selected recipe, so that the drive component controls the feeding channel to discharge a quantitative amount of seasoning.

[0013] In an optional embodiment, the intelligent seasoning machine further includes a control module and a voice receiving module and an audio module that are communicatively connected to the control module. The control module is communicatively connected to the drive component, and the control module, the voice receiving module, and the audio module are all disposed within the device body. The voice receiving module is used to receive voice, the control module receives and processes the information in the voice, and the control module is used to control the drive component according to the voice, so that the drive component controls the feeding channel to discharge a quantitative weight of seasoning; The audio module is used to play preset information, which includes at least built-in recipes, operation prompts, music, and audiobooks.

[0014] In an optional embodiment, the bottle assembly includes a detachably connected bottle body and a bottle cap; The bottle body is provided with the cavity, which is used to contain solid or liquid seasonings; The bottle cap is provided with the feeding channel, the opening and the switch. The opening is located at the end of the bottle cap away from the bottle body. The feeding channel passes through the bottle cap. One end of the feeding channel is connected to the cavity and the other end is connected to the opening.

[0015] The beneficial effects of the intelligent seasoning machine provided in this embodiment of the invention include: By incorporating a seasoning bottle assembly, the cavity of which can hold either solid or liquid seasonings without altering their state, the seasonings within the assembly are less prone to spoilage and do not affect the final taste and texture of the dish. The assembly can be operated manually, with users pressing a switch to dispense measured amounts of seasoning. The device itself houses the seasoning bottle assembly, while the drive assembly allows for automatic dispensing of measured amounts of seasoning with a single press. Therefore, this intelligent seasoning dispenser offers the following advantages: 1. The cavity of the seasoning bottle assembly can hold either solid or liquid seasonings without altering their state, preventing spoilage and ensuring the final taste and texture of the dish; 2. The device itself has a slot for storing the seasoning bottle assembly, providing comprehensive functionality; 3. The seasoning bottle assembly allows for control of the dispensing weight via a switch, supporting both manual and automatic dispensing, enabling more intelligent, rapid, and precise seasoning dispensing in various cooking scenarios. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a first-view structural diagram of the intelligent seasoning machine provided in this embodiment; Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the intelligent seasoning machine provided in this embodiment from a second perspective; Figure 3 This is a front view of the intelligent seasoning machine provided in this embodiment; Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the intelligent seasoning machine provided in this embodiment; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the handheld bottle assembly provided in this embodiment; Figure 6 A schematic diagram of a set of drive components and bottle components provided in this embodiment; Figure 7 A top view of a set of drive components and bottle components provided in this embodiment; Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the three sets of drive components and the bottle assembly provided in this embodiment; Figure 9 This is a bottom view of the three sets of drive components and bottle components provided in this embodiment; Figure 10 This is a top view of the three sets of drive components and bottle components provided in this embodiment.

[0018] Icons: 010-Intelligent seasoning machine; 100-Device body; 101-Slot; 102-Discharge hole; 110-Top cover; 111-First slot; 120-Machine body; 121-Second slot; 122-Groove; 123-Placement plate; 1231-Positioning groove; 130-Bottom cover; 140-Placement area; 150-First storage area; 160-Second storage area; 200-Bottle assembly; 210-Bottle body; 220-Bottle cap; 230-Opening; 240-Switch; 300-Drive assembly; 310-Drive component; 320-Drive linkage; 321-Body; 322-Connecting arm; 301-First direction; 302-Second direction; 400-Receiving cup; 500-Operation panel. Detailed Implementation

[0019] 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, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0020] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0021] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.

[0022] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that if terms such as "upper," "lower," "inner," or "outer" are used to indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship in which the utility model product is usually placed during use, they are only for the convenience of describing this utility model 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 utility model.

[0023] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be interpreted as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0024] It should be noted that, where there is no conflict, the features in the embodiments of this utility model can be combined with each other.

[0025] The following describes in detail the overall structure, working principle, and technical effects of the intelligent seasoning machine 010 provided by this utility model through embodiments and in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0026] Please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 5 The intelligent seasoning machine 010 provided by this utility model is applied in the cooking scene of the kitchen and is compatible with both automatic and manual quantitative seasoning dispensing methods.

[0027] Please refer to Figures 1-4 The present invention proposes an intelligent seasoning machine 010, comprising: The seasoning bottle assembly 200 has a cavity, an opening 230 and a switch 240. The cavity is used to contain seasonings. The cavity and the opening 230 are connected through a feeding channel. The switch 240 is used to open or close the feeding channel. The device body 100 has a slot 101 and a discharge hole 102 on its top. The slot 101 is connected to the discharge hole 102. The bottle assembly 200 is disposed in the slot 101 so that the opening 230 faces the discharge hole 102 and is connected to the discharge hole 102. The drive component 300 is disposed inside the device body 100. The output end of the drive component 300 is connected to the switch 240. The drive component 300 is used to drive the switch 240 to open or close the feeding channel.

[0028] Understandably, by setting up the seasoning bottle assembly 200, the cavity of the seasoning bottle assembly 200 can hold solid or liquid seasonings without changing the state of the seasonings. This prevents the seasonings in the seasoning bottle assembly 200 from spoiling and does not affect the taste and texture of the final dish. Also, please refer to... Figure 5The seasoning bottle assembly 200 can be operated manually; the user can manually dispense a measured amount of seasoning by pressing the switch 240. Through the device body 100 and the drive assembly 300, the device body 100 has the function of storing the seasoning bottle assembly 200. Simultaneously, the seasoning bottle assembly 200 can be automatically operated via the drive assembly 300; pressing the drive assembly 300 automatically dispenses a measured amount of seasoning. Therefore, the intelligent seasoning machine 010 with this configuration has the following advantages: 1. The cavity of the seasoning bottle assembly 200 can hold solid or liquid seasonings without changing their state, making the seasonings inside the bottle assembly 200 less prone to spoilage and not affecting the final taste and texture of the dish; 2. The device body 100 has a slot 101 for storing the seasoning bottle assembly 200, providing comprehensive functionality; 3. The seasoning bottle assembly 200 can control the weight of seasoning dispensed via the switch 240, and it also supports both manual and automatic dispensing methods, enabling more intelligent, rapid, and accurate dispensing of seasonings in various cooking scenarios.

[0029] In this embodiment, the intelligent seasoning machine 010 includes a seasoning bottle assembly 200.

[0030] In this embodiment, the bottle assembly 200 is provided with a cavity, an opening 230 and a switch 240. The cavity is used to contain seasonings, and the cavity and the opening 230 are connected through a feeding channel. The switch 240 is used to open or close the feeding channel.

[0031] In this embodiment, please refer to Figure 6 and Figure 9 The bottle assembly 200 includes a detachably connected bottle body 210 and a bottle cap 220; the bottle body 210 has a cavity for containing solid or liquid seasonings; the bottle cap 220 has a feeding channel, an opening 230 and a switch 240, the opening 230 is located at the end of the bottle cap 220 away from the bottle body 210, the feeding channel passes through the bottle cap 220, one end of the feeding channel is connected to the cavity and the other end is connected to the opening 230.

[0032] Among them, solid or liquid seasonings can be salt, sugar, monosodium glutamate, chicken essence, oil, soy sauce, vinegar and other seasonings.

[0033] Optionally, the bottle body 210 is made of transparent material, allowing users to easily observe the remaining seasoning in the bottle.

[0034] Optionally, the bottle body 210 and the cap 220 are detachably connected by a threaded connection.

[0035] Alternatively, please refer to Figures 8-10 Bottle 210 includes bottles of various capacities, which can be selected according to user needs and the type of seasoning.

[0036] In this embodiment, the bottle assembly 200 is a press-to-dispense type. Therefore, the bottle cap 220 is provided with a groove that runs through the dispensing channel and is connected to it. The switch 240 is disposed within the groove, and a spring connects the switch 240 to the inner wall of the groove. It is understood that when the user does not press the switch 240, the spring is in its initial state, the switch 240 closes the dispensing channel, and the seasoning is blocked by the switch 240. When the user presses the switch 240, the switch 240 moves inward along the groove, the dispensing channel is opened, and the seasoning falls freely through the dispensing channel.

[0037] With each press of the switch 240, the weight of seasoning dispensed into the container assembly 200 is fixed. For example, pressing the switch 240 once dispenses one gram of seasoning. Therefore, users can precisely dispense seasoning by pressing the switch 240.

[0038] Of course, in other embodiments, the bottle assembly 200 can also be in an electronically controlled dispensing mode. This application does not limit the structure of the bottle assembly 200.

[0039] In this embodiment, the intelligent seasoning machine 010 includes a device body 100.

[0040] In this embodiment, the top of the device body 100 is provided with a slot 101 and a discharge hole 102. The slot 101 is connected to the discharge hole 102. The bottle assembly 200 is disposed in the slot 101 so that the opening 230 faces the discharge hole 102 and is connected to the discharge hole 102.

[0041] In this embodiment, please refer to Figures 1-4 The device body 100 has multiple slots 101 on its top; thus, the device body 100 can accommodate multiple seasoning bottle components 200, and can automatically proportion various seasonings. The control module controls the drive component 300 to separately drive the seasoning tray component to dispense the seasonings, allowing users to more intelligently, quickly, and accurately control the seasonings during cooking, solving the problems of quantitative seasoning dispensing and various seasoning proportions in various cooking scenarios. Optionally, the number of slots 101 can be 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, etc.

[0042] Each slot 101 corresponds to a different spice bottle assembly 200 containing different seasonings.

[0043] Of course, in other embodiments, only one slot 101 may be provided on the top of the device body 100.

[0044] In this embodiment, please refer to Figure 4The device body 100 includes a top cover 110 and a body 120. The top cover 110 is located on the top of the body 120. The top cover 110 has a plurality of first slots 111 arranged side by side, and the plurality of first slots 111 vertically penetrate the top cover 110. The top of the body 120 has a plurality of second slots 121 arranged side by side. The bottom of the second slots 121 is provided with a material discharge hole 102. The plurality of first slots 111 and the plurality of second slots 121 are arranged opposite to each other, and the first slots 111 and the second slots 121 form a slot 101. The drive assembly 300 is located inside the body 120.

[0045] Please refer to Figure 2 The bottom of the 120-inch body is equipped with multiple pillars, which allows the smart food processor to be placed on the countertop.

[0046] A hook can be installed on the back of the body 120 relative to the groove 122, allowing the smart food processor to be wall-mounted.

[0047] Understandably, this smart food processor can be wall-mounted or placed on a countertop, flexibly matching different scenarios and making it highly adaptable.

[0048] In this embodiment, please refer to Figure 4 The intelligent seasoning machine 010 also includes a receiving cup 400; a groove 122 is provided on the side wall of the device body 100, the receiving cup 400 is disposed in the groove 122, and the discharge hole 102 is connected to the groove 122.

[0049] The groove 122 is provided on the side wall of the body 120.

[0050] It is worth mentioning that, in order to increase the storage space of the intelligent seasoning machine 010, this application adds multiple storage areas to the device body 100. In this embodiment, please refer to... Figures 1-4 The device body 100 is provided with a first storage area 150 and a second storage area 160. The first storage area 150 and the second storage area 160 are used to store items, which can be at least condiment bottles, condiment bags and tableware.

[0051] A placement plate 123 is provided within the groove 122. The placement plate 123 is horizontally positioned and connected to the inner wall of the device body 100. The placement plate 123 divides the groove 122 into a vertically positioned placement area 140 and a first storage area 150. Optionally, please refer to... Figure 4 The receiving plate is provided with a positioning groove 1231, the receiving cup 400 is placed in the positioning groove 1231 of the placement plate 123, and the placement area 140 is used to place the receiving cup 400.

[0052] The device body 100 has a second storage area 160 on the top of the cover 110, and the second storage area 160 is arranged side by side with a plurality of first slots 111 on the cover 110.

[0053] In this embodiment, the intelligent seasoning machine 010 also includes a heating module. The heating module is disposed on the body 120 of the device body 100 and on the device body 100 located at the bottom of the groove 122. The heating module is used to prevent the seasoning from clumping.

[0054] Please refer to Figure 2 The device body 100 also includes a bottom cover 130, which is located at the bottom of the body 120 and is detachably connected to the body 120. The heating module is built into the top of the bottom cover 130.

[0055] Understandably, the heating module is connected to the control module and can control the heating module to intelligently heat the spice bottle assembly 200 according to the air humidity, keeping the inside of the spice bottle assembly 200 dry and preventing the seasoning from clumping.

[0056] In this embodiment, the intelligent seasoning machine 010 includes a drive component 300.

[0057] In this embodiment, please refer to Figure 6 and Figure 10 The drive component 300 is disposed inside the device body 100. The output end of the drive component 300 is connected to the switch 240. The drive component 300 is used to drive the switch 240 to open or close the feeding channel.

[0058] In one alternative embodiment, a single drive component 300 controls the switch 240 of a single bottle assembly 200.

[0059] In this embodiment, the drive assembly 300 includes a drive member 310 and a drive link 320. The drive link 320 includes a body 321 and at least one connecting arm 322. The output end of the drive member 310 is connected to the body 321 in a transmission manner. The drive member 310 drives the drive link 320 to move so that the connecting arm 322 drives the switch 240 to open or close the feeding channel.

[0060] The drive linkage 320 includes a body 321 and a connecting arm 322. The connecting arm 322 extends outward along one end of the body 321, while the other end of the body 321 is connected to the output end of the drive member 310.

[0061] Among them, the driving component 310 is a linear motor.

[0062] It is understandable that the output end of the drive component 310 drives the drive linkage 320 to make linear motion. When the drive linkage 320 extends to press the switch 240, the switch 240 opens the feeding channel.

[0063] In one alternative embodiment, please refer to Figures 6-10 A single drive component 300 can control the switches 240 of two bottle components 200, which can be understood as one drive component 300 automatically pressing the two bottle components 200.

[0064] Please refer to Figures 6-7 , Figures 6-7 A corresponding drive component 300 and a set of bottle components 200 are provided.

[0065] Please refer to Figures 8-10 , Figures 8-10 Three drive components 300 and three sets of bottle assemblies 200 with corresponding settings are provided.

[0066] In this embodiment, please refer to Figures 6-10 The drive assembly 300 includes a drive member 310 and a drive link 320. The drive link 320 includes a body 321 and at least one connecting arm 322. The output end of the drive member 310 is connected to the body 321 in a transmission manner. The drive member 310 drives the drive link 320 to move so that the connecting arm 322 drives the switch 240 to open or close the feeding channel.

[0067] The device body 100 is provided with at least one set of slots 101 and discharge holes 102. The set of slots 101 and discharge holes 102 includes two connected slots 101 and discharge holes 102. The discharge holes 102 are located at the bottom of the slots 101. The two slots 101 are spaced apart. The two bottle assemblies 200 are respectively disposed in the two slots 101.

[0068] Alternatively, please refer to Figure 4 The device body 100 is provided with one, two, or three sets of slots 101 and discharge holes 102. Correspondingly, the number of connected slots 101 and discharge holes 102 is two, four, or six.

[0069] In this embodiment, at least one set of slots 101 and discharge holes 102 corresponds to at least one drive assembly 300. Please refer to... Figures 6-7 The drive linkage 320 includes a body 321 and two connecting arms 322. The connecting arms 322 are arc-shaped and are located at both ends of the body 321. The two connecting arms 322 are respectively positioned relative to the switches 240 of the two bottle assemblies 200. The drive member 310 drives the drive linkage 320 to rotate along the first direction 301 or the second direction 302, so that any one of the connecting arms 322 drives the switch 240 positioned opposite it to open or close the feeding channel.

[0070] The two connecting arms 322 are located at opposite ends of the main body 321, and the included angle between the two connecting arms 322 is 180°. Of course, in other embodiments, depending on the design position of the two slots 101, the included angle between the two connecting arms 322 can be 90° or the same angle.

[0071] Among them, the driving component 310 is a rotary motor.

[0072] Please refer to Figure 7 and Figure 10 The first direction 301 and the second direction 302 are two opposite directions of rotation. Optionally, the first direction 301 is clockwise and the second direction 302 is counterclockwise; or the first direction 301 is counterclockwise and the second direction 302 is clockwise.

[0073] Understandably, the output end of the drive unit 310 drives the drive linkage 320 to rotate along the first direction 301. One of the connecting arms 322 of the drive linkage 320 rotates and presses the switch 240, thus opening the feeding channel of the corresponding bottle assembly 200. The output end of the drive unit 310 drives the drive linkage 320 to rotate along the second direction 302. The other connecting arm 322 of the drive linkage 320 rotates and presses the switch 240, thus opening the feeding channel of the corresponding bottle assembly 200.

[0074] In this embodiment, the intelligent seasoning machine 010 includes a control module.

[0075] In this embodiment, please refer to Figures 1-4 The control module is located inside the device body 100. The control module includes an electrical control component and an operation panel 500. The electrical control component is built into the body 120, while the operation panel 500 is located on the side wall of the body 120. The operation panel 500 and the groove 122 are located on the same side wall of the body 120, which is a simple and beautiful design.

[0076] The electronic control components of the control module are located at the rear of the machine, and the flat design saves space.

[0077] In this embodiment, the control module is communicatively connected to an external terminal control module and to a drive component 300. The external terminal control module has a built-in recipe, and the control module is used to control the drive component 300 according to the selected recipe, so that the drive component 300 controls the discharging channel to discharge a quantitative amount of seasoning.

[0078] The external terminal control module can be a mobile phone, tablet, etc., and the external terminal control module has an APP with a variety of recipes pre-set.

[0079] Understandably, when a user operates the external terminal control module and selects a recipe, the information is automatically synchronized to the control module of the intelligent seasoning machine 010. The control module then completes the proportioning of each seasoning for that recipe and controls the drive component 300 to automatically dispense the seasonings.

[0080] It is worth mentioning that the control module can also intelligently control other kitchen appliances. The control module can communicate and connect with other kitchen appliances to achieve intelligent control of other kitchen appliances.

[0081] In this embodiment, the intelligent seasoning machine 010 also includes a control module and a voice receiving module and an audio module that are communicatively connected to the control module. The control module is communicatively connected to the drive component 300. The control module, the voice receiving module and the audio module are all located inside the device body 100.

[0082] The voice receiving module is used to receive voice, the control module receives and processes the information in the voice, and the control module is used to control the drive component 300 according to the voice, so that the drive component 300 controls the feeding channel to discharge the seasoning in a quantitative weight.

[0083] The audio module is used to play preset information, which includes at least built-in recipes, operation prompts, music, and audiobooks.

[0084] Understandably, by setting up a voice receiving module and an audio module: Firstly, it enables the voice interaction function of the intelligent seasoning machine 010, allowing users to control the machine via voice to dispense specific amounts of seasonings, thus achieving precise and convenient seasoning dispensing. Secondly, the audio module provides voice prompts to the user regarding the current status of the intelligent seasoning machine 010 and provides guidance for the next steps, helping the user complete the cooking process and making it more convenient and intelligent. Thirdly, the intelligent seasoning machine 010 can act as an intelligent robot, controlling entertainment content such as music and stories, as well as other kitchen appliances, making the cooking process more intelligent and enjoyable.

[0085] The working principle and process of the intelligent seasoning machine 010 provided in this embodiment of the utility model are as follows: When a user selects a recipe, the preset information of that recipe is automatically linked with the intelligent seasoning machine 010, and the proportion data of each seasoning in the recipe is automatically sent to the control module. The control module controls the number of times the drive component 300 presses the switch 240 of the seasoning bottle component 200 to control the quantitative dispensing of the seasoning. The seasoning falls freely from the feeding channel into the receiving cup 400.

[0086] Subsequently, the audio module provides voice prompts to the user regarding the machine's current status and the next steps, guiding the user to complete the cooking of the dish.

[0087] If needed, users can use voice control to dispense a specific amount of a seasoning into the intelligent seasoning machine 010; of course, users can also operate it manually by simply taking out the seasoning bottle component 200 containing a certain seasoning and manually pressing the switch 240.

[0088] In summary, the intelligent seasoning machine 010 provided in this embodiment of the present invention, by setting up a seasoning bottle assembly 200, can hold solid or liquid seasonings without changing the state of the seasonings, making the seasonings in the seasoning bottle assembly 200 less prone to spoilage and not affecting the taste and texture of the final dish. At the same time, the seasoning bottle assembly 200 can be manually operated independently, and the user can manually dispense the seasonings by pressing the switch 240. Through the device body 100 and the drive assembly 300, the device body 100 has the function of storing the seasoning bottle assembly 200, and the seasoning bottle assembly 200 can be automatically operated by the drive assembly 300, and the driver assembly 300 can automatically dispense the seasonings by pressing the driver assembly 300. Therefore, the intelligent seasoning machine 010 with this configuration has the following advantages: 1. The cavity of the seasoning bottle assembly 200 can hold solid or liquid seasonings without changing the state of the seasonings, making the seasonings in the seasoning bottle assembly 200 less prone to spoilage and not affecting the taste and texture of the final dish; 2. The device body 100 is equipped with a slot 101, which has the function of storing the seasoning bottle assembly 200, and is fully functional; 3. The seasoning bottle assembly 200 can control the weight of seasonings dispensed by the switch 240, and also supports both manual and automatic quantitative dispensing of seasonings, which can more intelligently, quickly and accurately dispense seasonings in a variety of cooking scenarios.

[0089] Furthermore, by setting up a voice receiving module and an audio module: Firstly, it realizes the voice interaction function of the intelligent seasoning machine 010, allowing users to control the intelligent seasoning machine 010 to dispense a specific amount of seasoning by voice, achieving quantitative seasoning dispensing and making seasoning dispensing convenient and accurate; secondly, the audio module will provide users with voice reminders of the current status of the intelligent seasoning machine 010 and prompts for the next operation, guiding users to complete the cooking process and making the cooking process more convenient and intelligent; thirdly, the intelligent seasoning machine 010 can act as an intelligent robot, controlling entertainment content such as music and stories, as well as other kitchen appliances, making the cooking process more intelligent and fun.

[0090] The above are merely specific embodiments of this utility model, but the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An intelligent seasoning machine, characterized in that, include: A seasoning bottle assembly (200) is provided with a cavity, an opening (230) and a switch (240). The cavity is used to contain seasonings. The cavity and the opening (230) are connected through a feeding channel. The switch (240) is used to open or close the feeding channel. The device body (100) has a slot (101) and a discharge hole (102) on its top. The slot (101) is connected to the discharge hole (102). The bottle assembly (200) is disposed in the slot (101) so that the opening (230) faces the discharge hole (102) and is connected to the discharge hole (102). A drive assembly (300) is disposed inside the device body (100). The output end of the drive assembly (300) is connected to the switch (240). The drive assembly (300) is used to drive the switch (240) to open or close the feeding channel.

2. The intelligent condiment machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive assembly (300) includes a drive member (310) and a drive link (320). The drive link (320) includes a body (321) and at least one connecting arm (322). The output end of the drive member (310) is connected to the body (321) in a transmission manner. The drive member (310) drives the drive link (320) to move so that the connecting arm (322) drives the switch (240) to open or close the feeding channel.

3. The intelligent condiment machine according to claim 2, characterized in that, The device body (100) is provided with at least one set of slots (101) and discharge holes (102). One set of slots (101) and discharge holes (102) includes two connected slots (101) and discharge holes (102). The discharge holes (102) are located at the bottom of the slots (101). The two slots (101) are spaced apart. The two bottle assemblies (200) are respectively disposed in the two slots (101). At least one set of the slots (101) and the discharge holes (102) correspond to at least one of the drive components (300). The drive linkage (320) includes a body (321) and two connecting arms (322). The two connecting arms (322) are located at both ends of the body (321) and are respectively arranged relative to the switches (240) of the two bottle assemblies (200). The driving component (310) drives the driving link (320) to rotate in the first direction (301) or the second direction (302), so that any one of the connecting arms (322) drives the switch (240) arranged opposite to it to open or close the feeding channel.

4. The intelligent condiment machine of claim 1, wherein, The intelligent seasoning machine (010) also includes a receiving cup (400). The device body (100) has a groove (122) on its side wall, the receiving cup (400) is disposed in the groove (122), and the discharge hole (102) is connected to the groove (122).

5. The intelligent seasoning machine according to claim 4, characterized in that, The intelligent seasoning machine (010) also includes a heating module, which is disposed on the device body (100) located at the bottom of the groove (122) and is used to prevent the seasoning from clumping.

6. The intelligent condiment machine according to claim 4, wherein, The groove (122) is provided with a placement plate (123). The placement plate (123) is arranged horizontally and connected to the inner wall of the device body (100). The placement plate (123) divides the groove (122) into a placement area (140) and a first storage area (150) arranged vertically. The placement area (140) is used to place the receiving cup (400). The top of the device body (100) is also provided with a second storage area (160), and the first storage area (150) and the second storage area (160) are used to store items; The placement plate (123) is provided with a positioning groove (1231), and the receiving cup (400) is placed in the positioning groove (1231) of the placement plate (123).

7. The intelligent seasoning machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The device body (100) includes an upper cover (110) and a body (120). The upper cover (110) is located on the top of the body (120). The upper cover (110) is provided with a plurality of first slots (111) arranged side by side, and the plurality of first slots (111) vertically penetrate the upper cover (110). The top of the body (120) is provided with a plurality of second slots (121) arranged side by side, and the bottom of the second slots (121) is provided with the material discharge hole (102). The plurality of first slots (111) and the plurality of second slots (121) are arranged opposite to each other, and the first slots (111) and the second slots (121) form the slot (101). The drive assembly (300) is disposed inside the body (120).

8. The intelligent seasoning machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The intelligent seasoning machine (010) also includes a control module and an external terminal control module connected by communication. The control module is connected by communication with the drive component (300) and is located inside the device body (100). The external terminal control module has a built-in recipe. The control module is used to control the drive component (300) according to the selected recipe, so that the drive component (300) controls the amount of seasoning discharged from the feeding channel.

9. The intelligent condiment machine of claim 1, wherein, The intelligent seasoning machine (010) also includes a control module and a voice receiving module and an audio module that are communicatively connected to the control module. The control module is communicatively connected to the drive assembly (300). The control module, the voice receiving module and the audio module are all located inside the device body (100). The voice receiving module is used to receive voice, the control module receives and processes the information in the voice, and the control module is used to control the drive component (300) according to the voice, so that the drive component (300) controls the feeding channel to discharge a quantitative weight of seasoning; The audio module is used to play preset information, which includes at least built-in recipes, operation prompts, music, and audiobooks.

10. The intelligent condiment machine of claim 1, wherein, The bottle assembly (200) includes a detachably connected bottle body (210) and a bottle cap (220); The cavity is provided inside the bottle body (210) for containing solid or liquid seasonings; The bottle cap (220) is provided with the feeding channel, the opening (230) and the switch (240). The opening (230) is located at one end of the bottle cap (220) away from the bottle body (210). The feeding channel passes through the bottle cap (220). One end of the feeding channel is connected to the cavity and the other end is connected to the opening (230).

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