Material adding mechanism and cooking machine

Abstract

This invention discloses a material adding mechanism and a cooking machine. The material adding mechanism includes: a loading assembly, which includes a loading container, a discharging component, and a quantitative dispensing unit. The loading container has a loading cavity with an opening, and the discharging component has an inlet and an outlet communicating with the inlet. The inlet and the opening are spaced apart and opposite to each other. The quantitative dispensing unit includes a driving module and a quantitative dispensing component driven and connected to the driving module. The quantitative dispensing component has a quantitative groove. The driving module can drive the quantitative dispensing component to move the quantitative groove to a first position, and the driving module can also drive the quantitative dispensing component to move the quantitative groove to a second position. A flipping assembly is also driven and connected to the loading assembly. The quantitative groove faces the opening when in the first position and faces the inlet when in the second position.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of cooking machine technology, and in particular to a material adding mechanism and a cooking machine. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of society and economy, people's pace of life is becoming increasingly fast, and most people prefer to eat at fast food restaurants and other restaurants. As the number of diners increases, the workload of chefs is increasing, and therefore, automatic cooking machines have emerged.

[0003] Most automatic cooking machines are equipped with a mechanism for automatically adding powdered ingredients. For example, patent CN209171959U discloses a cooking device that can automatically add powdered ingredients. However, in this type of cooking device, the powdered ingredients are prone to clumping, resulting in low feeding accuracy and affecting the taste of the food. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes a material adding mechanism that can solve the problem in traditional cooking devices where powdered ingredients tend to clump, resulting in low dispensing accuracy and affecting the taste of the food.

[0005] The present invention also proposes a cooking machine having the above-mentioned material adding mechanism.

[0006] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a material adding mechanism includes: a loading assembly, the loading assembly including a loading container, a discharging component, and a metering unit; the loading container having a loading cavity with an opening; the discharging component having an inlet and an outlet communicating with the inlet; the inlet and the opening being spaced apart and opposite to each other; the metering unit including a driving module and a metering component drivenly connected to the driving module; the metering component having a metering groove; the driving module being capable of driving the metering component to move the metering groove to a first position, and the driving module also being capable of driving the metering component to move the metering groove to a second position; and a flipping assembly, the flipping assembly being drivenly connected to the loading assembly; wherein the metering groove faces the opening when it is in the first position, and faces the inlet when it is in the second position.

[0007] The material adding mechanism according to embodiments of the present invention has at least the following technical effects:

[0008] In the aforementioned material adding mechanism, the loading chamber of the loading container is used to hold powdered food. When it is not necessary to add powdered food to the cookware of the cooking machine, the loading container is located below the discharging component, and the powdered food is temporarily stored in the loading chamber of the loading container. When it is necessary to add powdered food to the cookware of the cooking machine, the loading component can be flipped using the flipping component, so that the discharging component is located below the loading container. Then, the metering component can be moved using the drive module, so that the metering trough moves to the first position, at which point the powdered food in the loading container can be poured into the metering trough. Then, the metering component can be moved again using the drive module, so that the metering trough moves to the second position, at which point the powdered food in the metering trough can enter the discharging component through the inlet under gravity, and then be poured into the cookware through the outlet of the discharging component. The aforementioned material adding mechanism can achieve precise feeding, ensuring the taste of the food. Furthermore, when the flipping component flips the filling component, it can flip the powdered food in the filling container, thereby preventing the powdered food from clumping together and affecting the feeding accuracy, thus ensuring the taste of the food.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the driving module includes a rotary driving component and a rotating shaft drivenly connected to the rotary driving component, the quantitative feeding component is disposed on the rotating shaft, and the quantitative feeding component is located between the inlet and the opening.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the loading assembly further includes a mounting base having an inner cavity, the loading container being mounted on one side of the mounting base and having its opening communicating with one end of the inner cavity, the discharging component being mounted on the other side of the mounting base and having its inlet communicating with the other end of the inner cavity, and the metering dispensing component being disposed inside the inner cavity.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the cavity wall of the inner cavity includes a leak-proof wall, which is sealed to the outer wall of the metering component, and the metering groove is formed on the outer wall of the metering component.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the mounting base is provided with a mounting groove, and a heating element is disposed in the mounting groove, the heating element being thermally connected with the metering component.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the feeding assembly further includes a cleaning brush, the bristles of which contact the metering component, and the bristles of which are capable of extending into the metering groove as the metering groove moves from the second position to the first position.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the material adding mechanism further includes a docking component, the docking component including a first docking unit drivenly connected to the flipping component and a second docking unit fixedly connected to the loading component, the first docking unit and the second docking unit being magnetically attracted to each other.

[0015] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the first docking unit includes a first docking seat drivenly connected to the flipping component, a first magnetic accumulator disposed on the first docking seat, and a first conductive module disposed on the first docking seat;

[0016] The second docking unit includes a second docking seat fixedly connected to the loading assembly, a second magnetic accumulator disposed on the second docking seat, and a second conductive module disposed on the second docking seat, wherein the second conductive module is electrically connected to the driving module;

[0017] The first magnetic accelerator and the second magnetic accelerator are magnetically attracted to each other, and the second conductive module is electrically connected to the first conductive module.

[0018] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the first conductive module includes an annular conductor, and the second conductive module includes a conductive needle, the conductive needle abutting against the annular conductor.

[0019] According to a second aspect of the present invention, a cooking machine includes a material adding mechanism as described above.

[0020] The cooking machine according to embodiments of the present invention has at least the following technical effects:

[0021] In the aforementioned cooking machine, the filling chamber of the filling container is used to hold powdered food ingredients. When it is not necessary to add powdered food ingredients to the cookware of the cooking machine, the filling container is located below the discharging component, and the powdered food ingredients are temporarily stored in the filling chamber of the filling container. When it is necessary to add powdered food ingredients to the cookware of the cooking machine, the filling component can be flipped using the flipping component, so that the discharging component is located below the filling container. Then, the metering component can be moved using the drive module, so that the metering slot moves to the first position, at which point the powdered food ingredients in the filling container can be poured into the metering slot. Then, the metering component can be moved again using the drive module, so that the metering slot moves to the second position, at which point the powdered food ingredients in the metering slot can enter the discharging component through the inlet under the action of gravity, and then be poured into the cookware through the outlet of the discharging component. The aforementioned material adding mechanism can achieve precise feeding, ensuring the taste of the food. Furthermore, when the flipping component flips the filling component, it can flip the powdered food in the filling container, thereby preventing the powdered food from clumping together and affecting the feeding accuracy, thus ensuring the taste of the food. Attached Figure Description

[0022] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a material adding mechanism according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a material adding mechanism according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 ;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a partial schematic diagram of a loading assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0026] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 The diagram shown is a schematic representation of the exploded structure.

[0027] Figure 5 This is a partial schematic diagram of a loading assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 ;

[0028] Figure 6 This is a partial schematic diagram of a loading assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 ;

[0029] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a mounting base according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 8 This is an exploded structural diagram of a docking assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second docking unit according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 10 This is a partial schematic diagram of a loading assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4 .

[0033] Figure label:

[0034] 100. Flip component;

[0035] 200. Loading assembly; 210. Loading container; 211. Opening; 220. Discharge component; 221. Outlet; 230. Mounting base; 231. Inner cavity; 2311. Leak-proof wall; 232. Through hole; 233. Mounting groove; 241. Drive module; 2411. Rotary drive component; 2412. Rotating shaft; 242. Metering component; 2421. Metering groove; 243. Cleaning brush; 250. Mounting bracket; 260. Cover; 270. Elastic component;

[0036] 300. Docking assembly; 310. First docking unit; 311. First docking seat; 312. First magnetic chuck; 313. First conductive module; 320. Second docking unit; 321. Second docking seat; 322. Second magnetic chuck; 323. Second conductive module;

[0037] 400. Conduit. Detailed Implementation

[0038] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0039] In the description of this invention, 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," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships, are based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing the invention 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 the invention. Furthermore, features defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this invention, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0040] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0041] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 As shown, one embodiment of a material adding mechanism includes a flipping component 100 and a loading component 200. The flipping component 100 and the loading component 200 are driven together, and the flipping component 100 can drive the loading component 200 to flip.

[0042] like Figure 3 , Figure 4As shown, the loading assembly 200 includes a loading container 210, a discharging component 220, and a quantitative dispensing unit. Figure 5 As shown, the loading container 210 has a loading cavity with an opening 211; the discharging component 220 has an inlet and an outlet 221 communicating with the inlet; the inlet of the discharging component 220 is spaced apart from and opposite to the opening 211 of the loading container 210; as shown Figure 4 , Figure 5 As shown, the quantitative feeding unit includes a drive module 241 and a quantitative feeding component 242 driven and connected to the drive module 241. The quantitative feeding component 242 is provided with a quantitative groove 2421. The drive module 241 can drive the quantitative feeding component 242 to move the quantitative groove 2421 to a first position, and the drive module 241 can also drive the quantitative feeding component 242 to move the quantitative groove 2421 to a second position. When the quantitative groove 2421 is in the first position, it faces the opening 211 of the loading container 210; when the quantitative groove 2421 is in the second position, it faces the inlet of the discharge component 220.

[0043] Specifically, the loading container 210 and the discharging component 220 are spaced apart and opposite to each other, with the opening 211 of the loading container 210 facing the inlet of the discharging component 220. The drive module 241 can drive the metering component 242 to move, thereby causing the metering trough 2421 to move to a first position or a second position. When the metering trough 2421 moves to the first position, it faces the opening 211 of the loading container 210; when it moves to the second position, it faces the inlet of the discharging component 220.

[0044] Combination Figure 2 and Figure 3 The flipping component 100 is driven to connect with the loading component 200, and the flipping component 100 can drive the loading component 200 to flip. In the initial state, the loading container 210 is located below the discharging component 220. After the loading component 200 is flipped under the drive of the flipping component 100, the discharging component 220 is located below the loading container 210.

[0045] In the aforementioned material adding mechanism, the filling chamber of the filling container 210 is used to hold powdered food. When it is not necessary to add powdered food to the pot of the cooking machine, the filling container 210 is located below the discharging component 220. At this time, the powdered food is temporarily stored in the filling chamber of the filling container 210. When it is necessary to add powdered food to the pot of the cooking machine, the loading component 200 can be flipped using the flipping component 100, so that the discharge component 220 is located below the loading container 210. Then, the metering component 242 can be moved using the driving module 241, so that the metering trough 2421 moves to the first position. At this time, the powdered food in the loading container 210 can be poured into the metering trough 2421. Then, the metering component 242 can be moved using the driving module 241, so that the metering trough 2421 moves to the second position. At this time, the powdered food in the metering trough 2421 can enter the discharge component 220 through the inlet under the action of gravity, and then be poured into the pot through the outlet 221 of the discharge component 220. The aforementioned material adding mechanism can achieve precise feeding, ensuring the taste of the food. Furthermore, when the flipping component 100 flips the filling component 200, it can flip the powdered food in the filling container 210, thereby preventing the powdered food from clumping together and affecting the feeding accuracy, thus ensuring the taste of the food.

[0046] Alternatively, powdered food ingredients can be salt or monosodium glutamate, etc.

[0047] like Figure 4 , Figure 5 As shown, in one embodiment, the drive module 241 includes a rotary drive 2411 and a rotating shaft 2412 drivenly connected to the rotary drive 2411. The quantitative feeding component 242 is disposed on the rotating shaft 2412 and is located between the inlet of the discharge component 220 and the opening 211 of the loading container 210.

[0048] The rotary drive 2411 drives the rotating shaft 2412 to rotate, thereby causing the metering component 242 mounted on the rotating shaft 2412 to rotate, thus changing the position of the metering groove 2421 on the metering component 242. Thus, under the drive of the rotary drive 2411, the metering groove 2421 of the metering component can be moved to a first position or a second position. When the loading assembly 200 is flipped by the flipping assembly 100, so that the loading container 210 is above the discharging component 220, the metering trough 2421 moves to the first position under the action of the rotary drive 2411. The powdered food in the loading container 210 can be poured into the metering trough 2421 to achieve precise feeding. After feeding is completed, the rotary drive 2411 drives the metering trough 2421 to move to the second position. The powdered food in the metering trough 2421 will enter the discharging component 220 through the inlet and then be discharged through the outlet 221 of the discharging component 220.

[0049] Specifically, the rotary drive 2411 is a motor, which drives the rotating shaft 2412 to rotate, causing the quantitative feeding component 242 to rotate around the axis of the rotating shaft 2412, thereby moving the quantitative groove 2421 to the first position or the second position.

[0050] More specifically, the loading assembly 200 also includes a mounting bracket 250 on which the rotation drive 2411 is disposed.

[0051] Combination Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 7 In one embodiment, the loading assembly 200 further includes a mounting base 230, which has an inner cavity 231. A loading container 210 is mounted on one side of the mounting base 230, and the opening 211 of the loading container 210 is connected to one end of the inner cavity 231. A discharging component 220 is mounted on the other side of the mounting base 230, and the inlet of the discharging component 220 is connected to the other end of the inner cavity 231. A metering component 242 is disposed inside the inner cavity 231. The cavity wall of the inner cavity 231 includes a leak-proof wall 2311, which is sealed to the outer wall of the metering component 242. A metering groove 2421 is formed on the outer wall of the metering component 242.

[0052] The discharge component 220 and the mounting base 230 are connected by magnetic attraction.

[0053] Specifically, the inner cavity 231 serves as a transition cavity between the filling container 210 and the discharging component 220. The outer wall of the metering component 242 cooperates with the leak-proof wall 2311, meaning that when powdered food enters the inner cavity 231, it cannot pass through the gap between the outer wall of the metering component 242 and the leak-proof wall 2311. Furthermore, by placing the metering trough 2421 on the outer wall of the metering component 242, when the metering trough 2421 moves to a position opposite to the leak-proof wall 2311, the powdered food within the metering trough 2421 will not leak out, thereby improving the feeding accuracy.

[0054] More specifically, the outer wall of the metering dispenser 242 contacts the leak-proof wall 2311, and the metering dispenser 242 is rotatable relative to the leak-proof wall 2311. When the filling assembly 200 is flipped by the flipping assembly 100, so that the filling container 210 is above the discharging component 220, the metering trough 2421 moves to the first position under the action of the rotation drive 2411. Then, the powdered food in the filling container 210 can be poured into the metering trough 2421, and the powdered food will not leak from the metering trough. The gap between the outer wall of the material taking component 242 and the leak-proof wall 2311 leaks out. After the material taking is completed, during the process of the rotary drive component 2411 driving the metering tank 2421 from the first position to the second position, the powder food in the metering tank 2421 will not leak out. When the metering tank 2421 moves to the second position, the powder food in the metering tank 2421 will enter the discharge component 220 through the inlet of the discharge component 220 and then be discharged through the outlet 221 of the discharge component 220.

[0055] Furthermore, the mounting base 230 is also provided with a through hole 232 communicating with the inner cavity 231, and the rotating shaft 2412 passes through the through hole 232, so that the quantitative material taking part 242 is located inside the inner cavity 231.

[0056] like Figure 10 As shown, in one embodiment, the feeding assembly further includes an elastic element 270, which is disposed on the side of the metering feeder 242 near the discharge component 220. The elastic element 270 abuts against the side wall of the metering feeder 242 and can extend into the metering trough 2421. Thus, when the metering trough 2421 rotates to the side facing the discharge component 220, some of the powdered food in the metering trough 2421 will first fall into the discharge component 220. Then, the metering feeder 242 continues to rotate, causing the elastic element 270 to extend into the metering trough 2421, dislodging the powder still adhering to the metering trough 2421, preventing the powder from clumping together in the metering trough 2421, and ensuring the accuracy of feeding.

[0057] Specifically, the elastic element has 270 spring pieces.

[0058] In one embodiment, the mounting base 230 is provided with a mounting groove 233, and a heating element is provided in the mounting groove 233. The heating element is thermally connected with the metering component 242.

[0059] Specifically, water is inevitably used during the cooking process of the cooking machine, which results in high humidity around the machine. This can cause powdered food adhering to the dispensing unit 242 to clump together. By installing a heating element on the mounting base 230, heating can be used to prevent the powdered food from clumping.

[0060] like Figure 6 As shown, the feeding assembly 200 further includes a cleaning brush 243. The bristles of the cleaning brush 243 contact the metering dispensing member 242, and the bristles of the cleaning brush 243 can extend into the metering trough 2421 when it moves from the second position to the first position. Thus, the cleaning brush 243 can clean the metering dispensing member 242 during its movement, especially the metering trough 2421. This prevents powdered food from adhering to the metering trough 2421, thereby avoiding clumping and adhesion of powdered food within the metering trough 2421, and ensuring feeding accuracy.

[0061] Specifically, the cleaning brush 243 is fixedly mounted on the mounting base 230.

[0062] Combination Figure 2 and Figure 3 Furthermore, a cover 260 is rotatably connected to the outlet 221 of the discharge component 220. In the initial state, when the discharge component 220 is above the loading container 210, the cover 260 covers the outlet 221 of the discharge component 220. When the flipping component 100 flips the loading component 200, the cover 260 will automatically open the outlet 221 of the discharge component 220 under the action of gravity. When the flipping component 100 continues to flip the loading component 200, so that the discharge component 220 is above the loading container 210, the cover 260 can automatically cover the outlet 221 of the discharge component 220 again. In this way, there is no need for manual opening or closing of the cover.

[0063] like Figure 2 , Figure 8 As shown, in one embodiment, the material adding mechanism further includes a docking component 300, which includes a first docking unit 310 that is drivenly connected to the flipping component 100 and a second docking unit 320 that is fixedly connected to the loading component 200. The first docking unit 310 and the second docking unit 320 are magnetically attracted to each other.

[0064] Specifically, in the cooking machine, the flipping component 100 and the first docking unit 310 are mounted on the frame, while the second docking unit 320 and the loading component 200 can be disassembled to allow filling of the loading container 210. The first docking unit 310 and the second docking unit 320 are connected together magnetically, making operation very convenient and quick.

[0065] More specifically, the flipping component 100 can drive the first docking unit 310 to flip, thereby causing the second docking unit 320 and the loading component 200 to flip.

[0066] The flipping component 100 includes a motor that provides power to flip the first docking unit 310, the second docking unit 320, and the loading component 200.

[0067] like Figure 2 , Figure 8 As shown, the first docking unit 310 further includes a first docking seat 311 drivenly connected to the flipping assembly 100, a first magnetic 312 disposed on the first docking seat 311, and a first conductive module 313 disposed on the first docking seat 311; the second docking unit 320 includes a second docking seat 321 fixedly connected to the loading assembly 200, a second magnetic 322 disposed on the second docking seat 321, and a second conductive module 323 disposed on the second docking seat 321, the second conductive module 323 being electrically connected to the driving module 241; the first magnetic 312 and the second magnetic 322 magnetically engage, thereby electrically connecting the second conductive module 323 to the first conductive module 313.

[0068] Specifically, the second conductive module 323 is electrically connected to the drive module 241, and the second conductive module 323 is also electrically connected to the first conductive module 313. This enables the drive module 241 to be electrically connected to the first conductive module 313, which in turn is electrically connected to a power supply or a circuit board. Thus, when the first docking unit 310 and the second docking unit 320 are connected together, the drive module 241 can be electrically connected to a power supply or a circuit board.

[0069] More specifically, since the loading assembly 200 is a detachable component, and the drive module 241 requires power to start, the power supply to the drive module 241 can be ensured by connecting the first docking unit 310 to the second docking unit 320, thereby connecting the drive module 241 to a power supply or circuit board.

[0070] Furthermore, a conduit 400 is connected to the loading assembly 200, and wires for connecting the drive module 241 and the second conductive module 323 are provided inside the conduit 400.

[0071] like Figure 8, Figure 9 As shown, in one embodiment, the first conductive module 313 includes an annular conductor, and the second conductive module 323 includes a conductive needle that abuts against the annular conductor.

[0072] Specifically, the annular conductor has an annular structure. When the conductive needle contacts any part of the annular conductor, the first conductive module 313 and the second conductive module 323 can be electrically connected. Therefore, when the first magnetic accumulator 312 and the second magnetic accumulator 322 magnetically engage, the conductive needle can contact the annular conductor without deliberately adjusting the position of the second docking unit 320.

[0073] Specifically, both the first magnetic accumulator 312 and the second magnetic accumulator 322 are annular magnetic bodies, and the first magnetic accumulator 312 is coaxially arranged with the annular conductor. When the first magnetic accumulator 312 and the second magnetic accumulator 322 are attracted together, they will naturally maintain a coaxial orientation. Since the first magnetic accumulator 312 is coaxial with the annular conductor, the positioning of the annular conductor and the second magnetic accumulator 322 can be guaranteed, thereby allowing the conductive needle to contact the annular conductor.

[0074] One embodiment also relates to a cooking machine, including the material adding mechanism described above.

[0075] In the above-mentioned cooking machine, the filling chamber of the filling container 210 is used to hold powdered food. When it is not necessary to add powdered food to the pot of the cooking machine, the filling container 210 is located below the discharging part 220. At this time, the powdered food is temporarily stored in the filling chamber of the filling container 210. When it is necessary to add powdered food to the pot of the cooking machine, the loading component 200 can be flipped using the flipping component 100, so that the discharge component 220 is located below the loading container 210. Then, the metering component 242 can be moved using the driving module 241, so that the metering trough 2421 moves to the first position. At this time, the powdered food in the loading container 210 can be poured into the metering trough 2421. Then, the metering component 242 can be moved using the driving module 241, so that the metering trough 2421 moves to the second position. At this time, the powdered food in the metering trough 2421 can enter the discharge component 220 through the inlet under the action of gravity, and then be poured into the pot through the outlet 221 of the discharge component 220. The aforementioned material adding mechanism can achieve precise feeding, ensuring the taste of the food. Furthermore, when the flipping component 100 flips the filling component 200, it can flip the powdered food in the filling container 210, thereby preventing the powdered food from clumping together and affecting the feeding accuracy, thus ensuring the taste of the food.

[0076] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0077] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A material adding mechanism, characterized in that, include: A loading assembly includes a loading container, a discharging component, and a quantitative dispensing unit. The loading container has a loading cavity with an opening. The discharging component has an inlet and an outlet communicating with the inlet. The inlet and the opening are spaced apart and opposite to each other. The quantitative dispensing unit includes a driving module and a quantitative dispensing element driven and connected to the driving module. The quantitative dispensing element has a quantitative groove. The driving module can drive the quantitative dispensing element to move the quantitative groove to a first position, and the driving module can also drive the quantitative dispensing element to move the quantitative groove to a second position. as well as A flipping component, which is drivenly connected to the loading component; Wherein, when the metering groove is in the first position, it faces the opening; when the metering groove is in the second position, it faces the inlet. The drive module includes a rotary drive component and a rotating shaft driven and connected to the rotary drive component. The quantitative feeding component is disposed on the rotating shaft and is located between the inlet and the opening. The loading assembly further includes a mounting base with an inner cavity. The loading container is mounted on one side of the mounting base and its opening communicates with one end of the inner cavity. The discharging component is mounted on the other side of the mounting base and its inlet communicates with the other end of the inner cavity. The metering component is disposed inside the inner cavity.

2. The material adding mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner cavity wall includes a leak-proof wall, which is sealed to the outer wall of the metering component, and the metering groove is formed on the outer wall of the metering component.

3. The material adding mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting base is provided with a mounting groove, and a heating element is provided in the mounting groove. The heating element is thermally connected with the quantitative dispensing component.

4. The material adding mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The feeding assembly also includes a cleaning brush, the bristles of which contact the metering component, and the bristles of which can extend into the metering trough as the metering trough moves from the second position to the first position.

5. The material adding mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a docking component, which includes a first docking unit that is driven to be connected to the flipping component and a second docking unit that is fixedly connected to the loading component. The first docking unit and the second docking unit are magnetically attracted to each other.

6. The material adding mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that, The first docking unit includes a first docking seat that is drivenly connected to the flipping component, a first magnetic accumulator disposed on the first docking seat, and a first conductive module disposed on the first docking seat; The second docking unit includes a second docking seat fixedly connected to the loading assembly, a second magnetic accumulator disposed on the second docking seat, and a second conductive module disposed on the second docking seat, wherein the second conductive module is electrically connected to the driving module; The first magnetic accelerator and the second magnetic accelerator are magnetically attracted to each other, and the second conductive module is electrically connected to the first conductive module.

7. The material adding mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first conductive module includes a ring-shaped conductor, and the second conductive module includes a conductive needle, which abuts against the ring-shaped conductor.

8. A cooking machine, characterized in that, Includes the material adding mechanism as described in any one of claims 1 to 7 above.

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