cooking utensils

Abstract

The present invention provides a cooking utensil, comprising: a pot body; a pot lid, disposed on the pot body; a locking assembly, comprising a first connecting member disposed on the front side of the pot body and a second connecting member disposed on the front side of the pot lid, the first connecting member and the second connecting member being adapted to be connected by magnetic adsorption, and the first connecting member being disposed inside the pot body, and / or the second connecting member being disposed inside the pot lid, at least one of the first connecting member and the second connecting member being movably disposed; a driving structure, the driving structure being disposed on the pot body and connected to the first connecting member, the driving structure being adapted to drive the first connecting member to move so as to cause the first connecting member and the second connecting member to be misaligned, or the driving structure being disposed on the pot lid and connected to the second connecting member, the driving structure being adapted to drive the second connecting member to move so as to cause the first connecting member and the second connecting member to be misaligned. The technical solution of the present invention solves the defect in the prior art that the buckle structure of electric rice cookers is difficult to clean, thus affecting safety and hygiene.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of small household appliances, and in particular to a cooking utensil. Background Art

[0002] An electric rice cooker (or other pot-type cooking appliance, such as an electric pressure cooker) consists of a pot and a lid that fits over the pot. The pot and lid are hinged at the rear end via a rotating shaft and equipped with a torsion spring, while the front end is equipped with a buckle. During cooking, the pot and lid are connected by the buckle, keeping the lid closed. After cooking, the user presses the lid-opening button, which disengages the buckle and allows the lid to open under the elastic force of the torsion spring.

[0003] On the one hand, this structure results in a protruding buckle structure on the rice cooker's exterior, detracting from the product's aesthetics. On the other hand, to assemble the buckle, notches are required in the pot body and lid for the buckle to pass through. This makes it easy for food debris and residue to fall into the gap between the buckle and the notch, making it difficult to clean. This can lead to bacterial growth and mold growth after prolonged use. Summary of the Invention

[0004] Therefore, the technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to overcome the defects of the buckle structure of the electric rice cooker in the prior art that is difficult to clean and affects safety and hygiene, thereby providing a cooking utensil.

[0005] In order to solve the above problems, the present invention provides a cooking utensil, comprising: a pot body; a pot lid, arranged on the pot body; a locking assembly, comprising a first connecting member arranged on the front side of the pot body and a second connecting member arranged on the front side of the pot lid, the first connecting member and the second connecting member being suitable for being connected by magnetic adsorption, and the first connecting member being arranged inside the pot body, and / or the second connecting member being arranged inside the pot lid, at least one of the first connecting member and the second connecting member being movably arranged; a driving structure, the driving structure being arranged on the pot body and connected to the first connecting member, the driving structure being suitable for driving the first connecting member to move so as to misalign the first connecting member and the second connecting member, or the driving structure being arranged on the pot lid and connected to the second connecting member, the driving structure being suitable for driving the second connecting member to move so as to misalign the first connecting member and the second connecting member.

[0006] Optionally, the first connecting member is a magnet, and the second connecting member is made of metal.

[0007] Optionally, the cooking utensil further comprises a mounting seat, which is movably arranged in the pot body, the first connecting member is arranged on the upper side of the mounting seat, and the driving structure comprises a lid opening button, which is pressed so that the lid opening button can push the mounting seat to cause the mounting seat to be misaligned with the second connecting member.

[0008] Optionally, a support ring is provided on the upper surface of the pot body, and the support ring is suitable for supporting the inner pot of the cooking utensil, and a first elastic reset member is provided between the mounting seat and the support ring.

[0009] Optionally, a second elastic reset member is provided between the lid opening button and the pot body.

[0010] Optionally, a slide groove is provided in the pot body, and a protrusion is provided on the side of the mounting seat, and the protrusion extends into the slide groove.

[0011] Optionally, the pot lid includes an inner cover and an insulation cover plate arranged below the inner cover, the second connecting member is movably arranged on the inner cover, and a hook is provided on the side of the second connecting member facing the insulation cover plate. The second connecting member has a first position where the hook is connected to the insulation cover plate, and a second position where the hook is separated from the insulation cover plate.

[0012] Optionally, the second connecting member is swingably arranged on the inner cover via a rotating shaft.

[0013] Optionally, the cooking appliance further comprises a third elastic reset member, which is arranged between the second connecting member and the inner cover, and is suitable for applying an elastic force to the second connecting member toward the first position.

[0014] Optionally, the cooking appliance is an electric rice cooker.

[0015] The present invention has the following advantages:

[0016] With the technical solution of the present invention, since the first and second connectors are connected via magnetic attraction, meaning they can be connected without touching each other, the first and / or second connectors can be positioned inside the pot body or lid. This eliminates the need for the first and / or second connectors to protrude from the pot body or lid, and also eliminates the need for notches in the pot body or lid, making cleaning easier. The technical solution of the present invention thus addresses the drawback of prior art electric rice cookers, which have made the snap-fit ​​structure difficult to clean and compromised safety and hygiene. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] In order to more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the specific embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0018] Figure 1 A schematic diagram showing the structure of the cooking utensil of the present invention when the pot lid is closed;

[0019] Figure 2 Shown Figure 1 A in the middle is an enlarged schematic diagram;

[0020] Figure 3 Shown Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the cooking utensil with the lid of the pot open;

[0021] Figure 4 Shown Figure 3 The enlarged schematic diagram of point B in the middle;

[0022] Figure 5 Shown Figure 1 a schematic diagram of the main view of the cooking appliance; and

[0023] Figure 6 Shown Figure 5 Enlarged schematic diagram at point C in the middle.

[0024] Description of reference numerals:

[0025] 10. Pot body; 11. Support ring; 12. Slide groove; 20. Pot cover; 21. Inner cover; 22. Insulation cover; 30. Locking assembly; 31. First connecting member; 32. Second connecting member; 321. Hook; 40. Drive structure; 50. Mounting seat; 51. Protrusion; 60. First elastic return member; 70. Second elastic return member; 80. Third elastic return member. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0026] The technical solution of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the embodiments described are only some embodiments of the present invention, not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field based on the embodiments of the present invention without making any creative efforts shall fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0027] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientations or positional relationships, are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are intended solely to facilitate and simplify the description of the present invention. They are not intended to indicate or imply that the devices or components referred to must have, be constructed, or operate in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as limitations on the present invention. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0028] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "mounted," "connected," and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they may refer to fixed, detachable, or integral connections; mechanical or electrical connections; direct or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention based on specific circumstances.

[0029] In addition, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of the present invention described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0030] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the cooking device of this embodiment includes a pot body 10, a pot lid 20, a locking assembly 30, and a drive mechanism 40. The pot lid 20 is disposed on the pot body 10. The locking assembly 30 includes a first connecting member 31 disposed on the front side of the pot body 10 and a second connecting member 32 disposed on the front side of the pot lid 20. The first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32 are adapted to be connected by magnetic attraction. The first connecting member 31 is disposed within the pot body 10, and / or the second connecting member 32 is disposed within the pot lid 20. At least one of the first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32 is movably disposed. The drive mechanism 40 is disposed on the pot body 10 and connected to the first connecting member 31. The drive mechanism 40 is adapted to drive the first connecting member 31 to move so as to dislocate the first and second connecting members 31 and 32. Alternatively, the drive mechanism 40 is disposed on the pot lid 20 and connected to the second connecting member 32. The drive mechanism 40 is adapted to drive the second connecting member 32 to move so as to dislocate the first and second connecting members 31 and 32.

[0031] Using the technical solution of this embodiment, since the first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32 are connected by magnetic attraction, that is, the first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32 can be connected without contact, the first connecting member 31 and / or the second connecting member 32 can be positioned inside the pot body 10 or the pot lid 20. This eliminates the need for the first connecting member 31 and / or the second connecting member 32 to protrude from the pot body 10 or the pot lid 20, and also eliminates the need for a notch in the pot body 10 or the pot lid 20, making cleaning easier. Therefore, the technical solution of this embodiment solves the problem of the buckle structure of the prior art electric rice cooker being difficult to clean, which affects safety and hygiene.

[0032] Specifically, because the first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32 are magnetically attracted to each other, the pot lid 20 can be connected to the pot body 10 without direct contact between the first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32. Therefore, at least one of the first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32 can be disposed inside the cooking utensil and does not protrude from the surface of the cooking utensil, which not only improves the aesthetics of the cooking utensil, but also facilitates cleaning of the surface of the cooking utensil.

[0033] like Figure 2 As shown, since food residues usually spill downward and accumulate, in this embodiment, the first connecting member 31 is disposed inside the pot body 10, i.e., the first connecting member 31 is not visible from the exterior of the pot body 10. The second connecting member 32 is partially protruding from the pot lid 20, but the lower end of the second connecting member 32 does not protrude beyond the lower edge of the pot lid 20, so that when the pot lid 20 is closed on the pot body 10, there is no gap between the pot lid 20 and the pot body 10.

[0034] Of course, the first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32 may also be arranged in other ways:

[0035] For example, in an embodiment not shown, part of the first connecting member 31 protrudes from the pot body 10 , and the second connecting member 32 is arranged in the pot cover 20 , that is, the second connecting member 32 is not visible from the appearance of the pot cover 20 .

[0036] For example, in another embodiment not shown, the first connecting member 31 is arranged in the pot body 10, and the second connecting member 32 is arranged in the pot cover 20, that is, the first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32 are not visible from the appearance of the pot body 10 and the pot cover 20.

[0037] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the first connecting member 31 is movably disposed within the pot body 10. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that, since the first connecting member 31 is movably disposed within the pot body 10, the relative positions of the first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32 can be changed. When the pot lid 20 is closed, the first connecting member 31 moves to a position corresponding to the upper and lower positions of the second connecting member 32. At this time, the distance between the first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32 is minimized, the magnetic adsorption force is maximized, and the pot lid 20 is fixed to the pot body 10. When the pot lid 20 needs to be opened, the first connecting member 31 moves to a position misaligned with the second connecting member 32. At this time, the distance between the first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32 increases, the magnetic adsorption force decreases, and the pot lid 20 can be opened.

[0038] Of course, those skilled in the art will appreciate that the second connecting member 32 may be movably disposed in the pot cover 20 , or the first connecting member 31 may be movably disposed in the pot body 10 , and at the same time, the second connecting member 32 may be movably disposed in the pot cover 20 .

[0039] like Figure 2 As shown, in this embodiment, the driving structure 40 is provided on the pot body 10 and connected to the first connecting member 31. The driving structure 40 can drive the first connecting member 31 to move, thereby making the first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32 correspond to each other in the vertical direction, or staggered in position, thereby realizing closing or opening the lid.

[0040] Of course, in an embodiment not shown in which the second connecting member 32 is movably disposed in the pot cover 20, the driving structure 40 may also be disposed on the pot cover 20 and connected to the second connecting member 32. In such an embodiment, the driving structure 40 is capable of driving the second connecting member 32 to move.

[0041] Furthermore, the driving structure 40 may be manually driven or electrically driven by a driving element (such as a motor).

[0042] Preferably, the first connecting member 31 of this embodiment is a magnet, and the second connecting member 32 is made of metal. Specifically, when the first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32 are close to each other, the magnet can exert a magnetic force on the metal, thereby causing the first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32 to attract each other.

[0043] Of course, in some embodiments not shown, both the first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32 may be configured as magnets, as long as the polarities of the opposite ends of the first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32 are opposite.

[0044] like Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, in the technical solution of this embodiment, the cooking appliance further includes a mounting base 50, which is movably disposed within the pot body 10, and the first connecting member 31 is disposed on the upper side of the mounting base 50. The driving structure 40 includes a lid opening button. When the lid opening button is pressed, the lid opening button can push the mounting base 50 to displace the mounting base 50 from the second connecting member 32.

[0045] Specifically, combined Figure 2 and Figure 4 It can be seen that a groove is provided on the upper portion of the mounting base 50, and the first connecting member 31 is embedded in the groove, thereby making the first connecting member 31 fixedly connected to the mounting base 50. The mounting base 50 is movably disposed in the pot body 10, thereby making the first connecting member 31 also movably disposed in the pot body 10.

[0046] The lid opening button is set on the side wall of the pot body 10 and is located on the front side of the pot body 10. The mounting base 50 has a pressing arm extending downward. When the user presses the lid opening button, the end of the lid opening button pushes the pressing arm, thereby causing the mounting base 50 to move inward as a whole. Figure 4It can be seen that after the mounting base 50 moves inward, it drives the first connecting member 31 to move inward, thereby causing the first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32 to be misaligned, and the magnetic adsorption force between the two is reduced, so that the cover can be opened.

[0047] like Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, in the technical solution of this embodiment, a support ring 11 is provided on the upper surface of the pot body 10, and the support ring 11 is suitable for supporting the inner pot of the cooking utensil. A first elastic reset member 60 is provided between the mounting seat 50 and the support ring 11.

[0048] Specifically, when the user releases the lid opening button, it resets and separates from the mounting base 50. At this point, the mounting base 50 returns outward under the action of the first elastic reset member 60. When the mounting base 50 is in the reset position, the first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32 are aligned in the vertical direction, and the magnetic attraction between them is maximized, thereby allowing the pot lid 20 to be connected to the pot body 10.

[0049] Furthermore, support ring 11 is an annular structure, positioned at the upper end of pot body 10 and forming the upper surface of pot body 10. During cooking, food is placed in the pot through the circular opening of support ring 11 and into pot body 10. A heating structure at the bottom of pot body 10 heats the pot, thereby cooking the food.

[0050] Combine Figure 2 It can also be seen that the inner edge of the support ring 11 is provided with a downwardly extending flange. The first elastic return member 60 is disposed between the mounting seat 50 and the flange, so that the first elastic return member 60 can be arranged in a horizontal direction. Preferably, the first elastic return member 60 is a spring. The mounting seat 50 is provided with a mounting post on the side facing the flange. The flange is also provided with a mounting post. The two ends of the spring are respectively mounted outside the two mounting posts, thereby facilitating assembly.

[0051] Combine Figure 2 and Figure 4 It can also be seen that a thinning groove is provided on the upper surface of the support ring 11 at the position corresponding to the first connecting member 31, and the upper portion of the first connecting member 31 is embedded in the thinning groove. The thinning groove makes the distance between the first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32 as close as possible, thereby enhancing the magnetic attraction between them and ensuring that the pot lid 20 is firmly connected to the pot body 10. At the same time, the thinning groove also serves to limit the movement of the first connecting member 31. The width of the thinning groove is adapted to the size of the first connecting member 31, and the length of the thinning groove is adapted to the travel range of the first connecting member 31.

[0052] like Figure 2 and Figure 4As shown, in the technical solution of this embodiment, a second elastic return member 70 is disposed between the lid opening button and the pot body 10. Specifically, when the user presses the lid opening button, the second elastic return member 70 is compressed, causing the first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32 to be misaligned, allowing the lid to be opened. When the user releases the lid opening button, the elastic force of the second elastic return member 70 causes the lid opening button to return outward, at which point the first connecting member 31 and the second connecting member 32 are aligned in the upper and lower positions, and the pot lid 20 is fixed to the pot body 10.

[0053] Preferably, the second elastic return member 70 is a spring.

[0054] like Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, in the technical solution of this embodiment, a chute 12 is provided in the pot body 10, and a protrusion 51 is provided on the side of the mounting base 50, and the protrusion 51 extends into the chute 12. Specifically, the chute 12 extends in the horizontal direction, and the protrusion 51 is guided by the chute 12, so that the mounting base 50 also moves in the horizontal direction.

[0055] Preferably, there are two parallel chute grooves 12, which are respectively located on the left and right sides of the mounting base 50. Correspondingly, protrusions 51 are provided on both sides of the mounting base 50, and the two protrusions 51 extend into the two chute grooves 12 respectively.

[0056] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in the technical solution of this embodiment, the pot lid 20 includes an inner lid 21 and a heat-insulating cover plate 22 disposed below the inner lid 21. A second connecting member 32 is movably disposed on the inner lid 21. A hook 321 is provided on the side of the second connecting member 32 facing the heat-insulating cover plate 22. The second connecting member 32 has a first position in which the hook 321 is connected to the heat-insulating cover plate 22, and a second position in which the hook 321 is separated from the heat-insulating cover plate 22.

[0057] Specifically, a portion of the second connector 32 is located within the inner lid 21, while the remaining portion protrudes downward from the inner lid 21 (but does not protrude beyond the lower edge of the inner lid 21). An insulating cover 22 is disposed beneath the inner lid 21. When the pot lid 20 is closed on the pot body 10, the insulating cover 22 and the inner pot form a closed cooking cavity.

[0058] Furthermore, the heat-insulating cover plate 22 includes a circular plate body and a sealing ring provided on the circular plate body. When the pot lid 20 is closed on the pot body, the circular plate body is closed on the inner pot, and the sealing ring is pressed against the upper edge of the inner pot, thereby achieving sealing.

[0059] In this embodiment, one side of the circular plate of the thermal insulation cover 22 is secured by a protrusion and a latch (not shown), while the other side is secured by a hook 321 on the second connector 32. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that when the second connector 32 is in the first position, the hook 321 engages the circular plate, thereby securing the thermal insulation cover 22 beneath the inner lid 21. When the pot lid 20 is in the open state, the second connector 32 is moved to the second position, separating the hook 321 from the circular plate. The thermal insulation cover 22 can then be removed from the inner lid 21 for easier cleaning.

[0060] like Figure 2 As shown, in the technical solution of this embodiment, the second connecting member 32 is swingably arranged on the inner cover 21 via a rotating shaft. Figure 2 As can be seen, the second connector 32 is initially arranged vertically, with the hook 321 engaging with the thermal insulation cover 22. When the lid 20 is open, if the user pries the lower end of the second connector 32 outward, the second connector 32 can be pried outward about the rotation axis, separating the hook 321 from the thermal insulation cover 22, allowing the thermal insulation cover 22 to be removed.

[0061] like Figure 2 As shown, in the technical solution of this embodiment, the cooking appliance further includes a third elastic reset member 80. The third elastic reset member 80 is disposed between the second connecting member 32 and the inner cover, and is adapted to apply an elastic force to the second connecting member 32 toward the first position.

[0062] Specifically, from Figure 2 It can be seen that when the user bends the second connecting member 32 to swing the lower end of the second connecting member 32 outward, the third elastic return member 80 is compressed. When the user releases the second connecting member 32, the elastic force of the third elastic return member 80 causes the second connecting member 32 to swing back to its vertical initial position.

[0063] Furthermore, the third elastic return member 80 is a spring, and a bending portion is provided at the upper end of the second connecting member 32. The two ends of the spring are respectively in contact with the bending portion and the inner cover 21, so that the spring can apply a swinging elastic force to the upper end of the second connecting member 32.

[0064] Preferably, the cooking utensil in the present embodiment is an electric rice cooker. Of course, the cooking utensil can also be an electric rice cooker.

[0065] Obviously, the above embodiments are merely examples for clarity of explanation and are not intended to limit the implementation methods. Those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that other variations or modifications based on the above descriptions are possible. It is not necessary and impossible to enumerate all implementation methods here. Obvious variations or modifications arising therefrom remain within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A cooking utensil, characterized in that: include: Pot body (10); A pot cover (20) is provided on the pot body (10); A locking assembly (30) comprising a first connecting member (31) arranged on the front side of the pot body (10) and a second connecting member (32) arranged on the front side of the pot cover (20), wherein the first connecting member (31) and the second connecting member (32) are adapted to be connected by magnetic adsorption, and the first connecting member (31) is arranged inside the pot body (10), and / or the second connecting member (32) is arranged inside the pot cover (20), and at least one of the first connecting member (31) and the second connecting member (32) is movably arranged; A driving structure (40), wherein the driving structure (40) is arranged on the pot body (10) and connected to the first connecting member (31), and the driving structure (40) is suitable for driving the first connecting member (31) to move so that the first connecting member (31) and the second connecting member (32) are misaligned; or, the driving structure (40) is arranged on the pot cover (20) and connected to the second connecting member (32), and the driving structure (40) is suitable for driving the second connecting member (32) to move so that the first connecting member (31) and the second connecting member (32) are misaligned, The cooking utensil further comprises a mounting seat (50), the mounting seat (50) being movably arranged in the pot body (10), the first connecting member (31) being arranged on the upper side of the mounting seat (50), the driving structure (40) comprising a lid opening button, which can push the mounting seat (50) by pressing the lid opening button so as to dislocate the mounting seat (50) and the second connecting member (32), the upper surface of the pot body (10) being provided with a supporting ring (11), the supporting ring (11) being suitable for supporting the inner pot of the cooking utensil, a first elastic reset member (60) being provided between the mounting seat (50) and the supporting ring (11), and a second elastic reset member (70) being provided between the lid opening button and the pot body (10), The pot cover (20) includes an inner cover (21) and a heat-insulating cover plate (22) arranged below the inner cover (21); the second connecting member (32) is movably arranged on the inner cover (21); a hook (321) is provided on the side of the second connecting member (32) facing the heat-insulating cover plate (22); the second connecting member (32) has a first position in which the hook (321) is connected to the heat-insulating cover plate (22), and a second position in which the hook (321) is separated from the heat-insulating cover plate (22).

2. The cooking appliance according to claim 1, wherein The first connecting member (31) is a magnet, and the second connecting member (32) is made of metal.

3. The cooking appliance according to claim 1, wherein A sliding groove (12) is provided in the pot body (10), and a protrusion (51) is provided on the side of the mounting seat (50), and the protrusion (51) extends into the sliding groove (12).

4. The cooking appliance according to claim 1, wherein The second connecting member (32) is swingably arranged on the inner cover (21) via a rotating shaft.

5. The cooking appliance according to claim 1, wherein The cooking utensil further comprises a third elastic reset member (80), which is arranged between the second connecting member (32) and the inner cover, and is suitable for applying an elastic force to the second connecting member (32) toward the first position. The cooking appliance according to claim 1 , wherein: The cooking utensil is an electric rice cooker.

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