A suspended projection smoke machine

By using the snap-fit ​​structure and motor drive system of the ceiling-mounted projection smoke machine, the problem of inconvenient replacement of ambient lighting effects has been solved, enabling convenient replacement and dynamic lighting effects, thus improving the user experience.

CN114963266BActive Publication Date: 2026-06-05CHINABEST HOME APPLIANCE

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
CHINABEST HOME APPLIANCE
Filing Date
2022-05-31
Publication Date
2026-06-05

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The ambient lighting effects of existing range hoods are inconvenient to replace, requiring a cumbersome disassembly and assembly process, resulting in a poor user experience.

Method used

Design a ceiling-mounted projection smoke machine that connects the light-transmitting cover to the base via a detachable snap-fit ​​structure and is equipped with a motor-driven gear system, allowing the film components of the ambient light to be replaced and achieving dynamic lighting effects.

Benefits of technology

It enables convenient switching of ambient lighting effects, enhances the user experience, and optimizes visual effects through dynamic lighting effects.

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Abstract

The application discloses a hoisting type projection cigarette machine, which comprises a hanging seat, a cigarette machine body located below the hanging seat and connected with the hanging seat through a hanging rope, and an atmosphere lamp located at the top of the cigarette machine body and comprising a first base, a light-transmitting cover, a light source and a film component, wherein the bottom of the light-transmitting cover is detachably connected with the first base and surrounds a mounting cavity, the light source is located at the bottom of the mounting cavity, and the film component is located at the inner side of the light-transmitting cover. Through the above structure, the light-transmitting cover can be detached from the first base, and then the film component at the inner side of the light-transmitting cover can be replaced. The light effect can be replaced by replacing the film component, the operation is relatively convenient, and the replacement efficiency is relatively high.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of kitchen appliance technology, and in particular to a range hood. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, some household range hoods incorporate ambient lighting, which creates special lighting effects when turned on to enhance the product's perceived quality and user experience. However, the lighting effect presented to the human eye by ambient lighting is typically fixed, leading to visual fatigue after a period of use. Changing the lighting effect requires a cumbersome disassembly and reassembly process to replace components such as the light source, or even the entire ambient light fixture, making the process inconvenient. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a ceiling-mounted projection smoke machine that can solve the problem of inconvenient light effect replacement.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, a ceiling-mounted projection smoke hood is provided, comprising: a mounting base; a smoke hood body located below the mounting base and connected to the mounting base by a hanging rope; an ambient light located at the top of the smoke hood body and including a first base, a light-transmitting outer cover, a light source, and a film assembly, wherein the bottom of the light-transmitting outer cover is detachably connected to the first base and forms a mounting cavity, the light source is located at the bottom of the mounting cavity, and the film assembly is located inside the light-transmitting outer cover.

[0005] According to the aforementioned ceiling-mounted projection range hood, the ambient light further includes a second base, a motor, and a gear. The second base is fixed to the top of the range hood body, and the first base is rotatably mounted on the second base. The motor is fixed to the second base and connected to the gear. A gear ring that meshes with the gear is provided on the first base.

[0006] According to the aforementioned suspended projection smoke machine, the bottom of the light-transmitting outer cover is detachably connected to the first base via a snap-fit ​​structure.

[0007] According to the above-mentioned suspended projection smoke machine, the buckle structure includes a buckling groove and a buckling strip. The buckling strip passes through the buckling groove. One end of the buckling strip has a first protrusion, and the side wall of the buckling strip has a second protrusion. The buckling groove includes a connected guide cavity and a buckling cavity. The width of the buckling cavity is smaller than the width of the guide cavity, and the side wall of the buckling cavity is recessed with a first buckling groove to accommodate the second protrusion.

[0008] The other end of the mounting strip and the mounting slot are respectively located at the bottom of the light-transmitting outer cover and on the first base.

[0009] According to the aforementioned suspended projection smoke machine, the light-transmitting outer cover includes a light-transmitting cover cylinder and a top cover ring. The bottom of the light-transmitting cover cylinder is detachably connected to the first base via the buckle structure. The top cover ring is disposed on the top of the light-transmitting cover cylinder and is detachably connected to the light-transmitting cover cylinder.

[0010] The film assembly includes a first film and a second film. The first film is cylindrical and inserted inside the light-transmitting cover cylinder, and the second film is sandwiched between the top surface of the light-transmitting cover cylinder and the top cover ring.

[0011] According to the aforementioned suspended projection smoke machine, the top cover ring is sleeved on the light-transmitting cover cylinder, and a locking protrusion is provided on the inner side wall. The outer side wall of the light-transmitting cover cylinder has a second locking groove to accommodate the locking protrusion.

[0012] According to the aforementioned suspended projection smoke machine, a lamp cover is provided in the mounting cavity, the lamp cover has mounting holes, the light source includes a lamp substrate, the lamp substrate has lamp beads arranged opposite to the mounting holes, and the lamp cover is connected to a first base to clamp the lamp substrate between the lamp cover and the first base.

[0013] According to the aforementioned suspended projection smoke machine, the lamp beads are configured as multiple and arranged in a ring.

[0014] According to the aforementioned ceiling-mounted projection smoke machine, the main body of the smoke machine includes:

[0015] The side panel assembly includes a plurality of side skirts and a plurality of side frame plates, wherein the side skirts and side frame plates are arranged alternately at intervals, and the side skirts and side frame plates are connected by a first screw;

[0016] An air inlet assembly includes a base plate and an air guide plate. The base plate is inserted into the inner bottom of the side plate assembly and connected to the side plate assembly by a second screw. An air inlet is provided on the base plate, and a filter screen is provided at the air inlet. A connecting column is provided at the bottom of the base plate. The air guide plate is located below the air inlet. One side of the air guide plate is rotatably connected to the base plate, and the air guide plate is also magnetically connected to the connecting column.

[0017] The top plate assembly includes a top frame plate and frame strips. The top frame plate is inserted into the inner top of the side plate assembly and connected to the side plate assembly by a third screw. An air outlet is provided on the top frame plate. The frame strips are arranged in two spaced intervals and are both connected to the bottom of the top frame plate. At least one frame strip has a positioning notch at its top.

[0018] The fan assembly is located inside the side panel assembly and is connected to the top frame plate at the air outlet;

[0019] A control box is located between the two frame bars, and an insertion part that is inserted into the positioning notch is provided on the side of the control box.

[0020] The above solution has at least one of the following beneficial effects:

[0021] The light-transmitting cover can be detached from the first base, and then the film assembly inside can be replaced. The light effect can be changed by replacing the film assembly. The operation is relatively convenient and the replacement efficiency is high.

[0022] When the motor is running, it can drive the first base to rotate relative to the second base, so that when the ambient light is projected onto the ceiling of the room, it can create a rotating dynamic lighting effect and optimize the visual effect.

[0023] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0024] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments;

[0025] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of an embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 2 A cross-sectional view of the range hood body and ambient lighting;

[0027] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the main body of the range hood;

[0028] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A structural diagram of the top plate assembly shown from another perspective;

[0029] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of an ambient light.

[0030] Figure 6 An exploded view of the ambient lighting;

[0031] Figure 7 for Figure 6 The image shows a bottom view of the first base. Detailed Implementation

[0032] This section will describe in detail specific embodiments of the present invention. Preferred embodiments of the present invention are shown in the accompanying drawings. The purpose of the drawings is to supplement the textual description with graphics, so that people can intuitively and vividly understand each technical feature and overall technical solution of the present invention, but they should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0033] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the orientation descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limiting this invention.

[0034] In the description of this invention, terms such as greater than, less than, and exceeding are understood to exclude the stated number, while terms such as above, below, and within are understood to include the stated number. The use of "first" and "second" in the description is merely for distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features, or implicitly indicating the order of the indicated technical features.

[0035] In the description of this invention, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "set up," "install," and "connect" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.

[0036] Reference Figures 1 to 7 This invention discloses a ceiling-mounted projection range hood, which includes a mounting base 10, a range hood body 20, and an ambient light 30. The range hood body 20 is located below the mounting base 10, and a suspension rope 40 connects the range hood body 20 and the mounting base 10. The ambient light 30 is located at the top of the range hood body 20 and includes a first base 31, a light-transmitting outer cover 32, a light source 33, and a film assembly 34. The bottom of the light-transmitting outer cover 32 is detachably connected to the first base 31, and the light-transmitting outer cover 32 and the first base 31 form a mounting cavity. The light source 33 is located at the bottom of the mounting cavity, and the film assembly 34 is located inside the light-transmitting outer cover 32.

[0037] The hanging bracket 10 is installed on the indoor ceiling. When the light source 33 emits light, the light emitted passes through the film assembly 34 and the light-transmitting cover 32 and can be projected onto the indoor ceiling. The film assembly 34 has a pattern and / or color so that when the light is projected onto the indoor ceiling, it forms a lighting effect (lighting effect, i.e., the light pattern and / or color of the ambient light 30 projected into the environment and can be observed by the human eye). The light-transmitting cover 32 can be detached from the first base 31, and then the film assembly 34 on its inner side can be replaced. The lighting effect can be changed by replacing the film assembly 34. The operation is relatively convenient and the replacement efficiency is relatively high.

[0038] The ambient light 30 also includes a second base 35, a motor 36, and a gear 37. The second base 35 is fixed to the top of the range hood body 20. The first base 31 is rotatably mounted on the second base 35. The motor 36 is fixed to the second base 35, and the shaft of the motor 36 is connected to the gear 37. The first base 31 is provided with a gear ring 311 that meshes with the gear 37. When the motor 36 is running, it can drive the first base 31 to rotate relative to the second base 35, so that the ambient light 30 can create a rotating dynamic lighting effect when the light is projected onto the ceiling of the room, thus optimizing the visual effect.

[0039] In this embodiment, the bottom of the light-transmitting outer cover 32 is detachably connected to the first base 31 via a snap-fit ​​structure. Specifically, the snap-fit ​​structure includes a snap-fit ​​groove 381 and a snap-fit ​​strip 382. The snap-fit ​​strip 382 passes through the snap-fit ​​groove 381. One end of the snap-fit ​​strip 382 has a first protrusion 3821, and the sidewall of the snap-fit ​​strip 382 has a second protrusion 3822. The snap-fit ​​groove 381 includes a connected guide cavity 3811 and a snap-fit ​​cavity 3812. The width of the snap-fit ​​cavity 3812 is smaller than the width of the guide cavity 3811, and the sidewall of the snap-fit ​​cavity 3812 is recessed with a first snap groove 3813 to accommodate the second protrusion 3822. The other end of the snap-fit ​​strip 382 is located at the bottom of the light-transmitting outer cover 32, and the snap-fit ​​groove 381 is located on the first base 31. The width of the first protrusion 3821 is greater than the width of the snap-fit ​​cavity 3812, but not greater than the width of the guide cavity 3811. During assembly, the mounting strip 382 is inserted into the inlet cavity 3811, and then the light-transmitting cover 32 is rotated to move the mounting strip 382 into the mounting cavity 3812, and the second protrusion 3822 is engaged into the first slot 3813 to connect the light-transmitting cover 32 to the first base 31.

[0040] In some embodiments, the other end of the mounting strip 382 may be disposed on the top of the first base 31, and the mounting slot 381 may be disposed on the bottom of the light-transmitting cover 32. In addition, the light-transmitting cover 32 and the first base 31 may also be detachably connected by screws.

[0041] In this embodiment, the light-transmitting outer cover 32 includes a light-transmitting cover cylinder 321 and a top cover ring 322. The bottom of the light-transmitting cover cylinder 321 is detachably connected to the first base 31 via the aforementioned snap-fit ​​structure. The top cover ring 322 covers the top of the light-transmitting cover cylinder 321 and is detachably connected to the light-transmitting cover cylinder 321. The film assembly 34 includes a first film 341 and a second film 342. The first film 341 is cylindrical and inserted inside the light-transmitting cover cylinder 321. The second film 342 is sandwiched between the top surface of the light-transmitting cover cylinder 321 and the top cover ring 322. This structure allows light to exit from the sidewalls and top surface of the light-transmitting outer cover 32, increasing the light emission surface area. Furthermore, the first film 341 and the second film 342 are easy to assemble and disassemble.

[0042] Specifically, the top cover ring 322 is sleeved on the light-transmitting cover cylinder 321, and the inner side wall of the top cover ring 322 is provided with a locking protrusion 323. The outer side wall of the light-transmitting cover cylinder 321 has a second locking groove 324 to accommodate the locking protrusion 323, so that the top cover ring 322 and the light-transmitting cover cylinder 321 can be detachably connected by a locking method.

[0043] In some embodiments, an internal thread may be provided on the inner sidewall of the top cover ring 322, and an external thread may be provided on the outer sidewall of the light-transmitting cover 321 to mate with it, so that the two are threadedly connected. Alternatively, the top cover ring 322 and the light-transmitting cover 321 may be connected by screws.

[0044] In this embodiment, a lamp cover 39 is provided in the mounting cavity. The lamp cover 39 has a mounting hole 391. The light source 33 includes a lamp substrate 331. The lamp substrate 331 has lamp beads 332 arranged opposite to the mounting hole 391. The lamp cover 39 is connected to the first base 31 by screws or other structures to clamp the lamp substrate 331 between the lamp cover 39 and the first base 31, thereby positioning the lamp substrate 331.

[0045] The LED beads 332 are configured in multiples and arranged in a ring. For example, in this embodiment, there are three LED beads 332, each of which is a different color. By controlling the simultaneous or partial illumination of the three LED beads 332 and the illumination time, different light effects can be presented.

[0046] In this embodiment, the main body 20 of the range hood includes a side panel assembly 21, an air inlet assembly 22, a top panel assembly 23, a fan assembly 24, and a control box 25. The side panel assembly 21 includes several side skirts 211 and several side frame plates 212, which are arranged alternately and are connected to each other by a first screw. The air inlet assembly 22 includes a bottom plate 221 and a guide plate 222. The bottom plate 221 is inserted into the inner bottom of the side panel assembly 21 and is connected to the side panel assembly 21 by a second screw. An air inlet is provided on the bottom plate 221, and a filter screen 223 is provided at the air inlet. A connecting post 224 is provided at the bottom of the bottom plate 221. The guide plate 222 is located below the air inlet, and one side of the guide plate 222 is rotatably connected to the bottom plate 221. The guide plate 222 is also magnetically connected to the connecting post 224. Specifically, a first connecting platform 213 is provided on the inner side of the side skirt plate 211 and / or the side frame plate 212, and the bottom plate 221 is located below the first connecting platform 213. The shank of the second screw passes through the bottom plate 221 and is connected to the first connecting platform 213. A magnetic block is provided on at least one of the bottom of the connecting column 224 and the air guide plate 222.

[0047] The top panel assembly 23 includes a top frame plate 231 and frame strips 232. The top frame plate 231 is inserted into the inner top of the side panel assembly 21 and is connected to the side panel assembly 21 by a third screw. An air outlet 2311 is provided on the top frame plate 231. Two frame strips 232 are provided and spaced apart, both frame strips 232 being connected to the bottom of the top frame plate 231. At least one frame strip 232 has a positioning notch 2321 at its top. Specifically, a second connecting platform 214 is provided on the inner side of the side skirt panel 211 and / or the side frame panel 212. The top frame plate 231 is located above the second connecting platform 214. The rod of the third screw passes through the top frame plate 231 and is connected to the second connecting platform 214. The aforementioned suspension rope 40 can be connected to the top panel assembly 23 and / or the side panel assembly 21. The fan assembly 24 is located inside the side panel assembly 21, the outlet of the fan assembly 24 is located at the air outlet 2311, and the fan assembly 24 is connected to the top frame plate 231.

[0048] The control box 25 is located between two frame strips 232, and an insertion part 251 is provided on the side of the control box 25 for insertion into the positioning notch 2321. This allows the control box 25 to be installed and positioned, and reduces the number of fasteners. In addition, the frame strips 232 can support the top frame plate 231, strengthen its structure, and prevent its deformation.

[0049] As described above, the side panel assembly 21 is connected to the air inlet assembly 22 and the top panel assembly 23 by screws, allowing for easy assembly and disassembly; the side panel assembly 21 itself can also be easily assembled and disassembled. This makes the main body of the range hood 20 easy to assemble, disassemble, and maintain.

[0050] The embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the present invention.

Claims

1. A ceiling-mounted projection smoke machine, characterized in that, include: Hanging seat; The main body of the range hood is located below the hanging bracket and is connected to the hanging bracket by a hanging rope; An ambient light is located on the top of the main body of the range hood and includes a first base, a light-transmitting cover, a light source, and a film assembly. The bottom of the light-transmitting cover is detachably connected to the first base and forms a mounting cavity. The light source is located at the bottom of the mounting cavity, and the film assembly is located inside the light-transmitting cover. The bottom of the light-transmitting outer cover is detachably connected to the first base via a snap-fit ​​structure; The buckle structure includes a snap-fit ​​groove and a snap-fit ​​strip. The snap-fit ​​strip passes through the snap-fit ​​groove. One end of the snap-fit ​​strip has a first protrusion, and the side wall of the snap-fit ​​strip has a second protrusion. The snap-fit ​​groove includes a connected guide cavity and a snap-fit ​​cavity. The width of the snap-fit ​​cavity is smaller than the width of the guide cavity, and the side wall of the snap-fit ​​cavity is recessed with a first snap groove to accommodate the second protrusion. The other end of the mounting strip and the mounting slot are respectively located at the bottom of the light-transmitting outer cover and on the first base. The light-transmitting outer cover includes a light-transmitting cover cylinder and a top cover ring. The bottom of the light-transmitting cover cylinder is detachably connected to the first base through the buckle structure. The top cover ring is placed on the top of the light-transmitting cover cylinder and is detachably connected to the light-transmitting cover cylinder. The film assembly includes a first film and a second film. The first film is cylindrical and inserted inside the light-transmitting cover cylinder, and the second film is sandwiched between the top surface of the light-transmitting cover cylinder and the top cover ring. The top cover ring is fitted onto the light-transmitting hood cylinder, and a locking protrusion is provided on the inner side wall. The outer side wall of the light-transmitting hood cylinder has a second locking groove to accommodate the locking protrusion.

2. The ceiling-mounted projection smoke machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ambient light also includes a second base, a motor, and a gear. The second base is fixed to the top of the range hood body, and the first base is rotatably mounted on the second base. The motor is fixed to the second base and connected to the gear. The first base is provided with a gear ring that meshes with the gear.

3. A ceiling-mounted projection smoke machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting cavity is provided with a lamp cover, which has mounting holes. The light source includes a lamp substrate, which has LED beads arranged opposite to the mounting holes. The lamp cover is connected to a first base to clamp the lamp substrate between the lamp cover and the first base.

4. A ceiling-mounted projection smoke machine according to claim 3, characterized in that, The LED beads are configured in multiples and arranged in a ring.

5. A ceiling-mounted projection smoke machine according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The main body of the range hood includes: The side panel assembly includes a plurality of side skirts and a plurality of side frame plates, wherein the side skirts and side frame plates are arranged alternately at intervals, and the side skirts and side frame plates are connected by a first screw; An air inlet assembly includes a base plate and an air guide plate. The base plate is inserted into the inner bottom of the side plate assembly and connected to the side plate assembly by a second screw. An air inlet is provided on the base plate, and a filter screen is provided at the air inlet. A connecting column is provided at the bottom of the base plate. The air guide plate is located below the air inlet. One side of the air guide plate is rotatably connected to the base plate, and the air guide plate is also magnetically connected to the connecting column. The top plate assembly includes a top frame plate and frame strips. The top frame plate is inserted into the inner top of the side plate assembly and connected to the side plate assembly by a third screw. An air outlet is provided on the top frame plate. The frame strips are arranged in two spaced intervals and are both connected to the bottom of the top frame plate. At least one frame strip has a positioning notch at its top. The fan assembly is located inside the side panel assembly and is connected to the top frame plate at the air outlet; A control box is located between the two frame bars, and an insertion part that is inserted into the positioning notch is provided on the side of the control box.