Induction cooktop with automatic double-sided baking function

Abstract

This invention provides an induction cooker with an automatic double-sided baking function, characterized in that it comprises: a main body having a heating coil and a rotating rod formed in an inner space, the heating coil being used for induction heating, and the rotating rod providing rotational force via an electric motor; a dedicated container inserted into the main body at a first angle relative to the ground, rotating continuously or intermittently within the main body via the rotating rod, and cooking the food contained therein through induction heating transmitted from the side; and a control unit including a recipe storage unit, a heating coil operation unit, and an electric motor drive unit, the recipe storage unit storing multiple preset recipe patterns, the heating coil operation unit controlling the operation of the heating coil, and the electric motor drive unit controlling the operation of the electric motor.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to an induction cooker, and more particularly, to an induction cooker with an automatic double-sided baking function that automatically performs double-sided baking cooking for various foods. Background Technology

[0002] Microwave ovens, gas stoves, and ovens are commonly used heating devices for cooking food. However, in recent years, due to reasons such as indoor air pollution and rising indoor temperatures, the use of induction cooktops has increased explosively. Induction cooktops are cooking appliances that use induction heating, offering significant advantages in terms of high energy efficiency and stability.

[0003] The advantage of induction cooktops is that they do not consume oxygen or emit exhaust gases. When magnetic lines of force generated by a high-frequency current flow through the bottom of a special container placed on the top plate of the induction cooktop, the cooktop uses eddy currents generated by the resistive components to heat only the special container itself.

[0004] However, existing induction cooktops were developed for placing special containers on the top plate and primarily heating the food inside. In this case, users need to flip or mix the food one by one during the cooking process. In particular, foods commonly cooked and eaten at home, such as meat and fish, present the challenge of being cooked properly to suit the user's preferences and avoiding burning or undercooking on both sides. Currently, there are no induction cooktops that can solve these problems.

[0005] Furthermore, as a result of the investigation into the relevant existing technologies, there appears to be no literature recognizing these problems and proposing effective solutions to them.

[0006] Existing technical documents

[0007] (Patent Documents)

[0008] (Patent Document 1) European Patent Publication No. EP1629698 (Registration Date: 2006.12.27) Summary of the Invention

[0009] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0010] The embodiments of the present invention were developed to solve the above-mentioned problems, and are intended to provide an induction cooker that uses induction technology and has automatic cooking functions for various foods.

[0011] More specifically, this invention aims to provide an induction cooker that automatically performs operations such as flipping or mixing food, and is particularly suitable for induction cookers used for double-sided grilling of foods such as fish that require even cooking of both sides. Furthermore, it is aesthetically pleasing and tidy, improving ease of cleaning, use, and operation.

[0012] Furthermore, this invention aims to maximize ease of maintenance / management and minimize maintenance / management costs by producing individual components in modular units. Moreover, by facilitating the assembly of the individual components, it allows for easy exchange or replacement even in the event of partial failure.

[0013] Therefore, the present invention aims to provide an induction cooker with automatic double-sided baking function that can improve the overall quality and performance of the system, meet consumer needs, and ensure overall competitiveness.

[0014] (II) Technical Solution

[0015] To address the aforementioned technical problems, embodiments of the present invention provide an induction cooker with an automatic double-sided baking function, characterized in that it comprises: a main body having a heating coil and a rotating rod formed in an inner space, the heating coil being used for induction heating, and the rotating rod providing rotational force via an electric motor; a dedicated container inserted into the main body at a first angle relative to the ground, capable of rotating continuously or intermittently within the main body via the rotating rod, and cooking the food contained therein through induction heating transmitted from the side; and a control unit including a recipe storage unit, a heating coil operation unit, and an electric motor drive unit, the recipe storage unit storing multiple preset recipe patterns, the heating coil operation unit controlling the operation of the heating coil, and the electric motor drive unit controlling the operation of the electric motor.

[0016] Preferably, a position indication portion is formed protruding outward from the bottom of the special container, and a position detection portion is formed on the main body adjacent to the bottom of the special container. The position detection portion detects the rotation angle position of the special container in a manner that contacts the position indication portion.

[0017] Preferably, the control unit further includes a position input unit, which determines whether the special containers are arranged by the position detection unit, and the motor drive unit controls the motor to adjust the rotation angle of the special containers by using the signal from the position detection unit as a reference.

[0018] Preferably, the position display unit is composed of a first position display unit and a second position display unit with different contact areas and arranged opposite to each other, and the position detection unit generates a signal to move the special container to the start position or the end position by using the difference in contact time based on the contact area.

[0019] Preferably, the motor drive unit controls the motor based on the contact of the position detection unit according to the recipe pattern, so that the special container rotates 180 degrees intermittently.

[0020] Preferably, the special container has a shape in which the radius gradually increases from the bottom towards the inlet opening. A pair of first reversing members are formed on the inner side of the special container. The pair of first reversing members are arranged opposite each other at a 180-degree interval so as to turn the heating surface of the cooking object by 180 degrees according to the control of the motor drive unit.

[0021] Preferably, the first reversing member includes: a locking face, one side of which is formed as a flat surface; a first curved face, the other side of which intersects with the end of the locking face and extends inwardly; an auxiliary face, which extends from the first curved face and is formed to protrude outwardly to assist in turning the cooking object 180 degrees; and a second curved face, which extends from the auxiliary face toward the inner side of the special container.

[0022] Preferably, a second reversing member is formed at the bottom of the aforementioned special container, protruding inward and turning the heating surface of the object being cooked according to the control of the aforementioned motor drive unit.

[0023] Preferably, at least one discharge hole is formed on the side of the special container at a predetermined height from the bottom of the special container.

[0024] Preferably, the control unit further includes an alarm unit, which generates various notification messages related to the cooking status during the cooking sequence according to the recipe pattern.

[0025] Preferably, the main body further includes a camera module for capturing real-time images of the cooking process inside the dedicated container.

[0026] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0027] According to the solution to the problem described above, the present invention is expected to achieve a variety of effects, including those described below. However, the present invention is not only valid when all of the following effects are achieved.

[0028] An embodiment of the present invention provides an induction cooker with automatic double-sided baking function that uses induction technology and has automatic cooking function for various foods.

[0029] More specifically, this induction cooktop automatically performs operations such as flipping or mixing food, making it particularly suitable for double-sided grilling, such as for fish, where even cooking of both sides is required. Furthermore, its aesthetically pleasing and clean design enhances ease of cleaning, use, and operation.

[0030] Furthermore, by producing individual components in modular units, ease of maintenance / management is maximized, while maintenance / management costs are minimized. Also, by making the assembly of individual components easy, replacement or exchange is readily possible even in the event of partial failure.

[0031] Therefore, induction cooktops with automatic double-sided baking function can improve overall quality and performance, meet consumer needs, and ensure overall competitiveness. Attached Figure Description

[0032] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of an induction cooker with automatic double-sided baking function according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0033] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The side view is a diagram showing the state in which a part of the main body has been removed.

[0034] Figure 3a for Figure 1 A 3D view of the sleeve module.

[0035] Figure 3b for Figure 1 Side view of the sleeve module.

[0036] Figure 4a for Figure 1 A 3D view of the specialized container.

[0037] Figure 4b for Figure 1 A three-dimensional view of the bottom surface of the special container.

[0038] Figure 4c for Figure 1 A floor plan of the dedicated container.

[0039] Figure 5 This is a block diagram of the control unit according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0040] Figure 6 To show when using Figure 1 The image shows a portion of the grilled fish cooking process in the second recipe mode, using a special container.

[0041] Figure 7 The figure illustrates a portion of the grilled fish cooking process in a second recipe mode when using a dedicated container according to another embodiment of the invention.

[0042] Figure 8 For use Figure 1 A schematic flowchart illustrating the cooking method of an induction cooker. Detailed Implementation

[0043] In the following text, redundant descriptions and detailed explanations of known functions are unnecessary for the essential points of the invention and will be omitted. The terminology used in this application is for illustrative purposes only and is not intended to limit the scope of the invention. A single expression may include multiple expressions unless there is a clear difference in meaning between them.

[0044] In this application, terms such as "comprising" or "having" mean the presence of features, figures, steps, actions, constituent elements, parts, or combinations thereof as described in the specification, and should be understood as not precluding the possibility of the presence or addition of one or more other features or figures, steps, actions, constituent elements, parts, or combinations thereof.

[0045] The specific embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0046] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of an induction cooker with automatic double-sided baking function according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 for Figure 1 The side view, that is, the view showing the state in which a part of the main body has been removed, Figure 3a for Figure 1 A 3D view of the sleeve module. Figure 3b for Figure 1 Side view of the sleeve module. Figure 4a for Figure 1 A 3D view of the specialized container. Figure 4b for Figure 1 A three-dimensional view of the bottom surface of the special container. Figure 4c for Figure 1 A floor plan of a dedicated container. Figure 5 This is a block diagram of the control unit according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 6 To show when using Figure 1 The image shows a portion of the grilled fish cooking process in the second recipe mode, using a special container.

[0047] Reference Figures 1 to 6 An embodiment of the present invention provides an induction cooker with an automatic double-sided baking function, comprising a main body 100, a dedicated container 200, a control unit 300, etc. More specifically, the main body 100 includes a sleeve module 110, a heating coil part 112, a rotating rod 113, a roller member 114, a position detection part 115, a temperature sensor (not shown in the figure), a weight sensor (not shown in the figure), a display part (not shown in the figure), a communication module 400, and a camera module 500, etc.

[0048] The main body 100 forms an internal accommodating space through a shell formed by injection molding of synthetic resin. The main body 100 has a sleeve member 111 for guiding the rotation of the inserted and installed special container 200. On the other hand, the sleeve module 110 can be formed as a single component unit by combining the heating coil section 112, the rotating rod 113, the roller member 114, the position detection section 115, etc., into the sleeve member 111. This module not only facilitates maintenance and replacement in case of malfunctions, but also reduces production costs.

[0049] The heating coil portion 112 can be installed in the inner space of the main body 100, for example, it can be installed in the lower outer periphery of the sleeve member 111. The heating coil portion 112 can be installed at any position in the outer periphery of the sleeve member 111. Conversely, the heating coil portion 112 is not directly fixed to the sleeve member 111, and at least one or more heating coil portions 112 can be formed at any position in the inner space of the main body 100. The heating coil portion 112 is used for induction heating.

[0050] The heating coil portion 112 described above can be formed in a flat-shaped injection medium. Furthermore, the heating coil portion 112 is arranged along the length of the sleeve member 111 and can be arranged to maintain a predetermined distance from the outer periphery of the sleeve member 111. Thus, the heating coil portion 112 can effectively heat the rotating cylindrical special container 200.

[0051] The rotating rod 113 rotates the special container 200 by providing rotational force generated by the electric motor. For example, the rotating rod 113 is directly connected to the rotating shaft of the electric motor, and the special container 200 connected to it can be rotated under preset conditions by a rod with a predetermined cross-section.

[0052] During the rotation of the special container 200, the roller member 114 supports the inlet side of the special container 200, which is inserted and installed at an angle to one side, thereby removing the load of the special container 200 applied to the rotating rod 113. Furthermore, the roller member 114 rolls by means of the rotation of the special container 200 via the rotating rod 114. The roller member 114 is fixedly mounted on a mounting portion separately provided on the sleeve member 111.

[0053] On the other hand, a container (not shown in the figure) is arranged on the lower side of the main body 100 to hold internal fluids such as oil discharged from the special container 200 during cooking. The container is configured to be detachable from the internal space of the main body 100 to facilitate the separation and disposal of waste oil and to make the container easy and convenient to clean.

[0054] A position detection unit 115 is formed adjacent to the bottom of the dedicated container 200. The position detection unit 115 detects the rotational angular position of the dedicated container 200 by contacting the position display unit 210 formed in the dedicated container 200. The position detection unit 115 can be a switch (microswitch) that detects position through physical contact with the position display unit 210. This eliminates limits or errors generated in the control algorithm of the motor drive unit 330 when controlling the rotational angular position of the dedicated container 200. In other words, the driving conditions of the motor vary in various ways according to the control signal of the motor drive unit 330, especially according to changes in conditions such as rotational speed, rotational time, and rotational torque, thus reducing the accuracy of the rotational angular position of the dedicated container 200 by controlling the motor through the motor drive unit 330.

[0055] On the other hand, the position detection unit 115 can use the contact time difference based on the contact area to generate a signal for moving the special container 200 to a start position or an end position. For this purpose, the position display unit 210 preferably has a different contact area.

[0056] For example, the position detection part 115 can be formed on the bottom surface of the sleeve member 111 on which the rotating rod 113 is arranged. The position detection part 115 can be formed protruding near the rotating rod 113 so that it can contact the position display part 210.

[0057] A temperature sensor (not shown) may be formed inside the main body 100. The temperature sensor measures the temperature of the rotating dedicated container 200 in real time and transmits it to the temperature input unit 350. That is, the control unit 300 may include the temperature input unit 350. The temperature sensor enables the food to be cooked at a cooking temperature that conforms to the recipe mode. On the other hand, the temperature measured by the temperature sensor is displayed on the display unit of the main body 100, allowing the user to observe the temperature. In addition, the controller 300 can control the operation of the heating coil unit 112 based on the temperature input to the temperature input unit 350, that is, it can control the heating intensity and heating time, etc.

[0058] A weight sensor (not shown) measures the weight of the food being cooked, contained inside the dedicated container 200. The control unit 300 may also include a weight information input unit 360. The weight information input unit 360 receives a signal input related to the weight of the food being cooked, as measured by the weight sensor. Furthermore, the control unit 300 can control the heating coil operation unit 320 based on the weight input to the weight information input unit 360. The weight information input to the weight information input unit 360 can also be displayed on a display unit.

[0059] The main body 100 may include a display unit capable of providing various visual information to the user.

[0060] Secondly, the dedicated container 200 may include a position display unit 210, a first reversing member 220, a second reversing member 230, a discharge port 240, a discharge induction unit 250, etc. The dedicated container 200 is inserted into the main body 100 at a first angle a1 relative to the ground, and can be rotated continuously or intermittently within the main body 100 by a rotating rod 113, and cooks the food contained inside by induction heating transmitted from the side. The dedicated container 200 may also include a lid (not shown) for opening and closing the dedicated container 200. At least a portion of the lid is formed of a transparent material such as glass so that the cooking status inside the dedicated container 200 can be observed. At least one through-hole may be formed on the lid to prevent excessive pressure rise inside the dedicated container 200.

[0061] The dedicated container 200 has a shape in which the radius gradually increases from the bottom towards the inlet opening. Furthermore, the dedicated container 200 can be formed of a material capable of induction heating, such as cast iron or iron. The dedicated container 200 is preferably formed of thermally sprayed aluminum. In this case, the thermal spray coating is confined to the sides of the dedicated container 200. As a result, since the bottom surface of the dedicated container 200 is not heated by the heating coil 112, the surface will not be damaged even if the dedicated container 200 is placed on a table such as glass immediately after cooking. Additionally, a protruding mounting protrusion 260 can be formed on the outer side of the bottom surface of the dedicated container 200. The mounting protrusion 260 is also not heated by the heating coil 112, so even if the hot dedicated container 200 is placed on a table such as glass after cooking, there is no need to worry about the glass cracking or breaking.

[0062] A gripping portion 270 may be formed on the dedicated container 200. The gripping portion 270 can be used for transporting the dedicated container 200 and for attaching or separating the dedicated container 200 from the main body 100. Additionally, a position indicator portion 210 protruding outwards is formed at the bottom of the dedicated container 200. The position indicator portion 210 is configured to detect position via contact with the position detection portion 115. According to one embodiment, the position indicator portion 210 may include a first position indicator portion 211 and a second position indicator portion 212 arranged opposite to each other. The position indicator portion 210 provides a rotation angle checking function, allowing the dedicated container 200 to rotate at 180-degree intervals. Furthermore, the position indicator portion 210 is configured to have different contact areas. For this purpose, the top surface of the position indicator portion 210 may include a flat surface.

[0063] Furthermore, a fastening groove 280 for securing the rotating rod 113 is formed on the outer side of the bottom surface of the dedicated container 200. For example, the fastening groove 280 can be recessed into the bottom surface of the dedicated container 200. On the other hand, the fastening groove 280 increases the volume of the dedicated container 200, so that a larger amount of food can be added, and it is easier to clean after cooking. On the other hand, even if the rotating rod 113 is formed to have a shorter length, the dedicated container 200 can still rotate smoothly by the roller member 114 and the sleeve member 111 arranged on the sleeve module 110.

[0064] A pair of first reversing members 220 are formed on the inner side of the dedicated container 200. These first reversing members 220 are arranged opposite each other at a 180-degree interval to turn the heating surface of the cooking object 180 degrees under the control of the motor drive unit 330. In particular, the first reversing members 220 can be used effectively when the heating surface of the cooking object is divided into an upper and lower section. That is, the first reversing members 220 are very useful when the cooking object is repeatedly flipped in the order of upper -> lower -> upper -> lower. For this purpose, it is preferable that the reversing members are provided as a pair opposite each other, i.e., two members are provided. The aforementioned first reversing members 220 can be formed along the length direction on the inner side of the dedicated container 200.

[0065] Specifically, the first reversing member 220 preferably includes: a locking face 221, one side of which is formed as a flat surface; a first curved face 222, the other side of which intersects with the end of the locking face 221 and extends inwardly; an auxiliary face 223, which extends from the first curved face 222 and is formed to protrude outwardly to assist in turning the cooking object 180 degrees; and a second curved face 224, which extends from the auxiliary face 223 toward the inner side of the dedicated container 200.

[0066] The locking face 221 extends substantially vertically from the inner side of the dedicated container 200. During the rotation of the dedicated container 200 by 180 degrees, the locking face 221 ensures that the cooking object hanging on it remains firmly against the inner side of the dedicated container 200 for a longer period before flipping. For this purpose, the locking face 221 is preferably formed as a flat surface with a predetermined area. On the other hand, the auxiliary face 223 prevents the cooking object from flipping again during the flipping process. In this case, when the surface protruding from the auxiliary face 223 contacts the cooking object before it collides with the inner side of the dedicated container 200 while it is falling in an inverted state, it can disperse the impact applied to the cooking object.

[0067] The first reverse extension member 228 extends from the longitudinal end of the first reverse member 220 in the same direction as the first reverse member 220. Both one and the other side of the first reverse extension member 228 can be formed as curved surfaces. Additionally, an intersecting surface can be formed at the point where one and the other sides meet. The first reverse extension member 228 assists the function and role of the first reverse member 220.

[0068] Furthermore, a second reversing member 230 protruding inward and turning the heating surface of the cooking object under the control of the motor drive unit 330 can be formed at the bottom of the dedicated container 200. When viewed from above, the second reversing member 230 may have an arcuate shape. In this case, the second reversing members 230 are arranged opposite each other to mix or flip the cooking object while applying a shock through the rotation of the dedicated container 200 to the small cooking object located at the bottom of the dedicated container 200. The second reversing member 230 opens in the direction of rotation of the dedicated container 200, allowing the cooking object to move inward and remain firmly held against the bottom of the dedicated container 200 by the second reversing member 230 for a longer period before flipping. Thus, the heating surface of the cooking object can be turned more effectively. In other words, the second reversing member 230 can reduce the inconvenience of mixing or flipping small cooking objects according to the rotation of the dedicated container 200.

[0069] At least one discharge hole 240 located at a predetermined height from the bottom of the special container 200 may be formed on the side of the special container 200. According to one embodiment, the discharge holes 240 may be provided in a pair (two) at opposite positions. In particular, referring to… Figure 4c The discharge holes 240 are preferably located near the locking face 221 of the first reversing member 220. (Refer to...) Figure 6 In the first heating position, the discharge hole 240 is positioned at a predetermined height at the location of the fish.

[0070] In the first heating position, the dedicated container 200 remains stationary for a predetermined time, and the fish is cooked while being heated by the heating coil 112. During this process, the interior space of the dedicated container 200 may become filled with fine dust generated from the fish and steam that produces odors. At this time, the exhaust port 240 serves to expel steam and other odors from the interior space of the dedicated container 200 in the first heating position. Simultaneously, the exhaust port 240 allows oil injected by the user before cooking and fish oil naturally produced from the fish during cooking to remain (accumulate) in the interior space of the dedicated container 200, especially at the location of the fish.

[0071] Furthermore, during the process of rotating the special container 200 180 degrees from the first heating position to the second heating position, the discharge port 240 serves to discharge some fluids, such as fish oil, remaining inside the special container 200. For this purpose, a discharge induction part 250 can be formed in the special container 200, which guides the internal fluid to the discharge port 240 when the special container 200 is tilted at a first angle a1. The discharge induction part 250 can be a circular surface connecting the bottom of the special container 200 and the discharge port 240. That is, the special container 200 can discharge internal fluid through the discharge port 240 while tilted at a predetermined angle. Conversely, when the special container 200 is standing vertically on the ground, the discharge port 240 does not discharge internal fluid into the external space of the special container 200 at all.

[0072] The control unit 300 includes a recipe storage unit 310, a heating coil operation unit 320, a motor drive unit 330, a position input unit 340, a temperature input unit 350, a weight information input unit 360, and an alarm unit 370. The recipe storage unit 310 stores multiple pre-set recipe patterns. The recipe storage unit 310 is configured to communicate with an external server and periodically update the stored recipe patterns. Furthermore, cooking conditions and cooking sequences for different cooking objects are stored in various recipe patterns. Recipe patterns may include a first recipe pattern and a second recipe pattern. For example, the first recipe pattern is suitable for cooking objects that require frequent mixing or flipping during the cooking process.

[0073] On the other hand, preferably, the second recipe mode is suitable for cooking objects that are not preferably flipped frequently during cooking. For example, the second recipe mode may store a cooking method for grilled fish. When the user selects the second recipe mode, the control unit 300 executes the second recipe mode of the recipe storage unit 310 to drive the induction cooker according to the cooking conditions and cooking sequence stored in the second recipe mode.

[0074] In the case of grilling fish, if the fish is flipped by rotating the special container 200 before it reaches a certain cooking stage, the fish's shape may be ruined. Therefore, the special container 200 remains stationary for a certain period of time in the first heating position, and the fish is heated and cooked by the heating coil 112. Then, the special container 200 is rotated 180 degrees by the motor controlled by the motor drive unit 330, causing the fish to flip. That is, in the second heating position, the motor drive unit 330 stops driving the motor, and the special container 200 also remains stationary for a certain period of time. At this time, the opposite side of the flipped fish is heated and cooked by the heating coil 112. The above process can be repeated to complete the grilling of fish.

[0075] The heating coil operation unit 320 controls the operation of the heating coil unit 112. The heating coil operation unit 320 can input power to the heating coil unit 112 or control the heating intensity and heating time of the heating coil unit 112.

[0076] The motor drive unit 330 can control the operation of the motor. The motor drive unit 330 controls the rotation of the motor, which serves as the drive tool for rotating the rotating rod 113. The motor drive unit 330 can control the motor's rotation speed, rotation time, rotation cycle, rotation interval, and number of rotations. The motor drive unit 330 can precisely adjust the rotation angle of the special container 200 by controlling the motor based on the signal from the position detection unit 115.

[0077] The motor drive unit 330 can control the motor to rotate the special container 200 continuously or intermittently within the main body. For example, the motor drive unit 330 can control the motor to rotate the special container 200 intermittently at 180-degree intervals based on the contact of the position detection unit 115, according to the recipe pattern.

[0078] The position input unit 340 determines whether the dedicated container 200 is aligned via the position detection unit 115. The position input unit 340 receives information about the stop position of the dedicated container 200 via the position detection unit 115. If the position input unit 340 causes the dedicated container 200 to stop at a position other than the preset stop position, the control unit 300 drives the motor via the control of the motor drive unit 330 to rotate the dedicated container 200 until it reaches the stop position. In other words, at the end of the cooking time according to the recipe mode, the dedicated container 200 can be correctly positioned at the aforementioned end position and then stop.

[0079] In the final position, the special container 200 is located where the direction of communication of the discharge port 240 is not the same as the direction of gravity, and where fluids such as oil cannot be discharged to the outside.

[0080] The temperature input unit 350 receives temperature information measured by a temperature sensor to control the heating coil operation unit 320, ensuring the cooking temperature meets preset conditions, and performs functions such as adjusting heating intensity and / or heating time, or cutting off power. The weight information input unit 360 can control the heating coil operation unit 320 by receiving weight information of the object being cooked, measured by a weight sensor.

[0081] Furthermore, the control unit 300 may also include an alarm unit 370, which generates notification messages related to the cooking status during the cooking sequence processing according to the recipe pattern. For example, when cooking is complete, the alarm unit 370 may generate a notification message such as "Cooking completed." Additionally, the alarm unit 370 may generate a notification message 5 to 60 seconds before the end of cooking, such as "10 seconds before cooking ends." Furthermore, the alarm unit 370 may generate various types of notification messages, such as "5 minutes have passed since cooking ended." On the other hand, the notification messages may be sent to a user terminal T, for example, via a communication module 400. Thus, the user can easily monitor the cooking process and enjoy the convenience provided with cooking-related reminders.

[0082] On the other hand, the main body 100 may include a communication module 400 capable of short-range wireless communication. The communication module 400 may be an RF module, Bluetooth module, QR code, etc. This induction cooker is configured to communicate with an external user terminal T via the communication module 400. The user terminal T pairs with the induction cooker via the communication module 400 and can then control the induction cooker according to the user's operation. For this purpose, a dedicated mobile application or the like can be installed on the user terminal T. When the user terminal T selects cooking or a recipe request for a specific type of food, the control unit 300 receives the request from the user terminal T as described above and controls the induction cooker accordingly. Furthermore, the communication module 400 can provide the user terminal T with various types of notification signals generated by the alarm unit 370, such as "Cooking finished," "10 minutes before cooking finished," "5 minutes after cooking finished," etc.

[0083] Additionally, the main body 100 may also include a camera module 500 for real-time imaging of the cooking process inside the dedicated container 200. The camera module 500 is positioned anywhere on the outer surface of the main body to capture images or videos of the food's cooking process. The camera module 500 can capture images of the interior of the dedicated container through the aforementioned lid. As described above, the camera module 500 can be controlled to operate according to the cooking sequence from the start time of cooking. Furthermore, the camera module 500 is electrically connected to the communication module 400, allowing images or videos transmitted via the camera module 500 to the user terminal T.

[0084] Figure 7 This diagram illustrates a portion of the cooking process for grilled fish in a second recipe mode when using a dedicated container according to another embodiment of the invention. (See also...) Figure 7A first reversing member 220 is formed on the inner surface of the dedicated container 200. These first reversing members 220 are regularly spaced at 120-degree intervals, and under the control of the motor drive unit 330, the heating surface of the object being cooked is turned 180 degrees. Correspondingly, position display units 210 are also formed at 120-degree intervals. The motor drive unit 330 controls the motor based on contact with the position detection unit 115 according to the recipe mode, thereby causing the dedicated container 200 to rotate intermittently by 120 degrees. Here, the descriptions of the first reversing member 220, position display unit 210, motor drive unit 330, position detection unit 115, etc., are the same as above, and therefore specific details will be omitted.

[0085] Furthermore, the cooking method using this induction cooktop will be explained. Figure 8 For use Figure 1 A schematic flowchart illustrating the cooking method of an induction cooktop. (Refer to...) Figure 8 The first step (S10) is to receive either a first recipe mode or a second recipe mode based on the cooking object selected by the user. At this time, the distinction between the first recipe mode and the second recipe mode depends on whether continuous operation of the electric motor or intermittent operation is required during the cooking process.

[0086] At this time, the conditions such as the rotation time, rotation speed, and rotation cycle of the motor according to the first recipe mode, and the conditions such as the heating intensity and heating time of the heating coil 112, can be stored in the recipe storage unit 310. Furthermore, the conditions such as the rotation time, rotation speed, and rotation cycle of the motor according to the second recipe mode, and the conditions such as the heating intensity and heating time of the heating coil 112, can be stored in the recipe storage unit 310.

[0087] Next, the second step (S20) is to move the special container 200 to the starting position. As described above, the position detection unit 115 can generate a signal to move the special container 200 to the starting position based on the contact time difference of the contact area of ​​the position display unit 210. As a result, the motor drive unit 330 can move the special container 200 to the starting position by adjusting the rotation angle position of the special container 200 under the control of the motor.

[0088] According to one embodiment, the second recipe mode requires intermittent operation of the electric motor. The third step (S30) is to stop the rotation of the electric motor by the electric motor drive unit 330 for a preset hour when the second recipe mode is received, and to heat the special container 200 by the heating coil operation unit 320.

[0089] The fourth step (S40) involves rotating the special container 200 180 degrees (half a turn) by driving the motor after hour a, and stopping the motor rotation again by the motor drive unit 330 after a predetermined hour b, then heating the special container 200 by the heating coil operation unit 320. Alternatively, the fourth step (S40) can also involve rotating the special container 200 120 degrees (1 / 3 turn) by driving the motor after hour a, stopping the motor rotation again by the motor drive unit 330 after a predetermined hour b, and then heating the special container 200 by the heating coil operation unit 320.

[0090] The fifth step (S50) involves driving the motor after hour b to rotate the special container 200 another 180 degrees (half a turn), and stopping the motor rotation again via the motor drive unit 330 after a predetermined hour b or an hour c different from hour b, and then heating the special container 200 via the heating coil operation unit 320. Alternatively, the fifth step (S50) can also involve driving the motor after hour b to rotate the special container 200 another 120 degrees (1 / 3 turn), and stopping the motor rotation again via the motor drive unit 330 after a predetermined hour b or an hour c different from hour b, and then heating the special container 200 via the heating coil operation unit 320.

[0091] According to the cooking sequence and conditions included in the second recipe mode, steps four and five are repeated. Step six (S60) is to move the special container 200 to the end position. The position detection unit 115 can generate a signal to move the special container 200 to the end position based on the contact time difference of the contact area of ​​the position display unit 210. Therefore, the motor drive unit 330 can move the special container 200 to the end position by adjusting the rotation angle position of the special container 200 under the control of the motor.

[0092] On the other hand, in the first step, when the first recipe pattern is received instead of the second recipe pattern, the step of heating the special container 200 by the heating coil operation unit 320 while the motor is continuously rotated by the motor drive unit 330 is executed.

[0093] While preferred embodiments of the invention have been illustratively described above, the invention is not limited to these specific embodiments, and it should be understood that appropriate modifications may be made without departing from the scope of the invention as defined in the claims.

Claims

1. An induction cooker with automatic double-sided baking function, characterized in that, include: The main body has a heating coil and a rotating rod formed in the inner space. The heating coil is used for induction heating, and the rotating rod provides rotational force through an electric motor. A special container, inserted into the main body at a first angle relative to the ground, rotates continuously or intermittently within the main body via a rotating rod, and cooks the food contained within by induction heating transmitted from the side; and The control unit includes a recipe storage unit, a heating coil operation unit, and a motor drive unit. The recipe storage unit stores multiple preset recipe patterns, the heating coil operation unit controls the operation of the heating coil, and the motor drive unit controls the operation of the motor. A second reversing member is formed at the bottom of the special container, which protrudes inward and turns the heating surface of the object being cooked according to the control of the motor drive unit.

2. The induction cooker with automatic double-sided baking function according to claim 1, characterized in that, A position indicator is formed protruding outward from the bottom of the special container. A position detection unit is formed on the main body adjacent to the bottom of the special container, and the position detection unit detects the rotational angle position of the special container in a manner that contacts the position display unit.

3. The induction cooker with automatic double-sided baking function according to claim 2, characterized in that, The control unit also includes a position input unit, which determines whether the dedicated containers are arranged through the position detection unit. The motor drive unit controls the motor based on the signal from the position detection unit to adjust the rotation angle of the special container.

4. The induction cooker with automatic double-sided baking function according to claim 2, characterized in that, The position display unit is composed of a first position display unit and a second position display unit that have different contact areas and are arranged opposite to each other. The position detection unit generates a signal that moves the special container to a start position or an end position by using the difference in contact time based on the contact area.

5. The induction cooker with automatic double-sided baking function according to claim 2, characterized in that, The motor drive unit controls the motor based on the contact of the position detection unit according to the recipe pattern, so that the special container rotates intermittently by 180 degrees.

6. The induction cooker with automatic double-sided baking function according to claim 1, characterized in that, The special container has a shape in which the radius gradually increases from the bottom towards the inlet opening. A pair of first reversing members are formed on the inner side of the special container. The pair of first reversing members are arranged opposite each other at a 180-degree interval so as to turn the heating surface of the cooking object by 180 degrees according to the control of the motor drive unit.

7. The induction cooker with automatic double-sided baking function according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first inverting component includes: The face is fixed in place, with one side forming a flat surface; The first curved face is formed by intersecting the end of the locking face on the other side and extending inwardly. An auxiliary face, extending from the first curved face and convex outwards, assists in turning the cooking object 180 degrees; and The second curved face extends from the auxiliary face toward the inner side of the dedicated container.

8. The induction cooker with automatic double-sided baking function according to claim 1, characterized in that, At least one discharge hole is formed on the side of the special container at a predetermined height from the bottom of the special container.

9. The induction cooker with automatic double-sided baking function according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control unit also includes an alarm unit, which generates various notification messages related to the cooking status during the cooking sequence based on the recipe pattern.

10. The induction cooker with automatic double-sided baking function according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main body also includes a camera module for capturing real-time images of the cooking process inside the dedicated container.

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