Detection assembly, pot member, and cooking appliance

Abstract

The application discloses a detection assembly, a pot component and a cooking utensil. The detection assembly is used in a pot component of a cooking utensil and comprises a detection device and an auxiliary cooking module. The detection device comprises a detection seat and a detection part. One side of the detection seat is a detection side, and the detection seat is internally provided with an electrical assembly. The detection part is arranged on the detection side of the detection seat and is electrically connected with the electrical assembly, so as to extend into a mounting hole of the pot component and detect a cooking parameter of the cooking utensil. The auxiliary cooking module is arranged on the detection seat and is electrically connected with the electrical assembly, so as to assist in cooking. In the technical scheme of the application, the detection device is arranged, and the detection part of the detection device can extend into the mounting hole of the pot component to detect the cooking parameter of the cooking utensil. Meanwhile, the auxiliary cooking module is arranged on the same side of the detection part to assist in cooking, so that the detection assembly has both the detection function and the auxiliary cooking function, and the multifunctionalization of the detection assembly is realized.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of household appliances, and more particularly to a detection component, a cookware component, and a cooking utensil. Background Technology

[0002] Sous-cooking is a new cooking technique and concept that utilizes vacuum technology and sous-vide cooking appliances to cook dishes without losing moisture and nutrients from the raw materials. Compared to conventional cooking, the main differences lie in the need for more precise temperature control within a lower range and generally longer cooking times. Sous-cooking using existing ordinary cooking appliances is very difficult, mainly due to the limitations mentioned above. Dedicated sous-cooking appliances on the market include slow cookers, sous-vide pots, and large commercial constant-temperature pots, but because they are specialized, they are difficult to use for other conventionally cooked ingredients. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The main objective of this invention is to provide a detection component, a cookware component, and a cooking appliance, aiming to solve the problem of the limited cooking function of existing cooking appliances.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides a detection component for use in the pot component of a cooking utensil, comprising:

[0005] A detection device includes a detection base and a detection section. One side of the detection base is a detection side and contains electrical components. The detection section is located on the detection side of the detection base and is electrically connected to the electrical components. It extends into a mounting hole of a cookware component to detect the cooking parameters of the cooking appliance.

[0006] An auxiliary cooking module is located on the detection seat and electrically connected to the electrical components to assist in cooking.

[0007] Optionally, the auxiliary cooking module includes a vacuuming component.

[0008] Optionally, the vacuum assembly includes a vacuum pump, which includes a pump body and a vacuum pipe. The pump body is located inside the detection seat and is electrically connected to the electrical assembly. The connection end of the vacuum pipe is connected to the pump body, and the vacuum end of the vacuum pipe is used to extend into the mounting hole of the cookware component to evacuate air from the cooking appliance.

[0009] Optionally, the detection unit is located at the suction end of the suction pipe.

[0010] Optionally, the auxiliary cooking module further includes a sealing element disposed on the periphery of the suction pipe to seal the mounting hole when the suction pipe extends into the mounting hole of the cookware component.

[0011] Optionally, the auxiliary cooking module also includes a stirring assembly having a stirring section movably disposed on the detection side of the detection seat.

[0012] Optionally, the stirring assembly includes:

[0013] A stirring rod, one end of which is rotatably mounted to the detection side, and the other end of which is provided with a stirring head for extending into the mounting hole of the cookware component; and,

[0014] A drive motor is located inside the detection seat, and its output shaft is connected to the stirring rod.

[0015] The stirring section includes the stirring rod.

[0016] Optionally, the auxiliary cooking module further includes a support tube, which is located on the detection side and sleeved on the outside of the stirring rod. The end face of the support tube facing the detection side has an installation groove, which extends along the length of the stirring rod.

[0017] The detection unit is located within the mounting slot;

[0018] The stirring rod can rotate relative to the support tube.

[0019] Optionally, the detection device is a temperature measuring device, and the detection part is a temperature probe; and / or,

[0020] The detection device is a pressure measuring device, and the detection part is a pressure sensor.

[0021] The present invention also provides a cookware component, which is a pot body or a lid of a cooking utensil, and the cookware component includes:

[0022] The mounting wall has a mounting portion, wherein the mounting portion is provided with mounting holes; and...

[0023] The detection component, wherein the detection part and the auxiliary cooking module of the detection component can extend into the mounting hole, for detecting the cooking parameters of the cooking appliance and assisting the cooking appliance in cooking, respectively;

[0024] The detection component is configured as described above.

[0025] The present invention also provides a cooking utensil, comprising:

[0026] The main cooking unit is equipped with a heating element;

[0027] A cookware component, including a pot body and a pot lid, is used to be placed on the cooking body for heating;

[0028] A detection device is provided on the cookware component. The detection device includes an electrical component and a detection part. The detection part is electrically connected to the electrical component and is used to extend into the mounting hole of the cookware component to detect the cooking parameters of the cooking appliance.

[0029] An auxiliary cooking module, electrically connected to the electrical components of the detection device, is used to assist in cooking; and,

[0030] The control device is electrically connected to the heating component, the electrical component, and the auxiliary cooking module.

[0031] Optionally, the auxiliary cooking module is disposed on the detection device, such that the detection device and the auxiliary cooking module constitute a detection assembly.

[0032] Optionally, the detection component is configured as described above.

[0033] The present invention also provides a cooking method based on the above-mentioned cooking utensil, the cooking method comprising:

[0034] Receive cooking operation instructions;

[0035] According to the type of cooking operation instruction, the cooking appliance is controlled to perform a normal cooking mode or an auxiliary cooking mode. The normal cooking mode includes controlling the heating component to work according to a first control program, and the auxiliary cooking mode includes controlling the heating component and the auxiliary cooking module to work according to a second control program.

[0036] Optionally, controlling the heating component and the auxiliary cooking module to operate according to the second control program includes the following steps:

[0037] The heating element is turned on to heat the cookware;

[0038] The auxiliary cooking module is activated to assist the cooking appliance in cooking.

[0039] Receive and detect the cooking parameters of the cooking appliance;

[0040] The control strategy of the auxiliary cooking module and the heating component is adjusted according to the predetermined cooking function parameters and the cooking parameters.

[0041] Optionally, the predetermined cooking function parameters include low-temperature cooking, preset cooking time, preset temperature range, and preset pressure range. The cooking parameters are set as cooking temperature and cooking pressure. The auxiliary cooking module includes a vacuum component.

[0042] The steps of adjusting the control strategies of the auxiliary cooking module and the heating component according to the predetermined cooking function parameters and the cooking parameters include:

[0043] When the cooking pressure reaches the preset pressure range, the vacuum assembly is controlled to stop pumping air.

[0044] When the cooking temperature reaches the preset temperature range, the heating power of the heating component is reduced to maintain the cooking temperature at the preset temperature.

[0045] When the cooking gas pressure rises again to a level greater than the preset gas pressure, the vacuum pumping component is controlled to pump air again.

[0046] When the preset cooking time is reached, the heating component stops heating and the vacuum component stops evacuating air.

[0047] Optionally, the predetermined cooking function parameters include low-temperature cooking, preset cooking time, and preset temperature range, wherein the cooking parameters are set to cooking temperature, and the auxiliary cooking module includes a stirring component;

[0048] The steps of adjusting the control strategies of the auxiliary cooking module and the heating component according to the predetermined cooking function parameters and the cooking parameters include:

[0049] When the cooking temperature reaches the preset temperature range, the heating power of the heating component is reduced to maintain the cooking temperature at the preset temperature.

[0050] When the preset cooking time is reached, the heating component stops heating and the stirring component stops stirring.

[0051] Optionally, the predetermined cooking function parameters include high-temperature cooking, preset cooking time, preset near temperature, and preset temperature range, wherein the cooking parameters are set to cooking temperature, and the auxiliary cooking module includes a stirring component;

[0052] The steps of adjusting the control strategies of the auxiliary cooking module and the heating component according to the predetermined cooking function parameters and the cooking parameters include:

[0053] When the cooking temperature reaches the preset near temperature, the heating power of the heating component is reduced for the first time;

[0054] When the cooking temperature reaches the preset temperature range, the heating power of the heating component is reduced again to keep the cooking temperature within the preset temperature range.

[0055] When the preset cooking time is reached, the heating component stops heating and the stirring component stops stirring.

[0056] In the technical solution provided by this invention, by setting up the detection device, and the detection part of the detection device can extend into the mounting hole of the cookware component, the cooking parameters of the cooking appliance are detected; at the same time, the auxiliary cooking module is set on the same side of the detection part to perform auxiliary cooking, so that the detection component has both detection function and auxiliary cooking function, thereby realizing its multi-functionality; furthermore, during use, according to different cooking modes, the auxiliary cooking module can be selected to perform different auxiliary cooking operations, thereby realizing the multi-functionality of the cooking appliance. Attached Figure Description

[0057] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0058] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the detection component provided by the present invention in the first embodiment;

[0059] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic cross-sectional view along the middle AA section;

[0060] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the detection component provided by the present invention in a second embodiment;

[0061] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A schematic cross-sectional view of the middle BB;

[0062] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the cooking utensil provided by the present invention;

[0063] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Exploded view of the structure of cooking utensils in the diagram;

[0064] Figure 7 A schematic flowchart of the first embodiment of the cooking method provided by the present invention;

[0065] Figure 8 A schematic flowchart of the second embodiment of the cooking method provided by the present invention;

[0066] Figure 9 A schematic flowchart of the third embodiment of the cooking method provided by the present invention;

[0067] Figure 10 This is a flowchart illustrating the fourth embodiment of the cooking method provided by the present invention.

[0068] Figure 11 A schematic flowchart of the fifth embodiment of the cooking method provided by the present invention.

[0069] Explanation of icon numbers:

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[0072] The realization of the objective, functional features and advantages of the present invention will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0073] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0074] It should be noted that if the embodiments of the present invention involve directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indicators are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a certain specific posture (as shown in the figure). If the specific posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.

[0075] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this invention involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the meaning of "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions; for example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this invention.

[0076] Sous-cooking is a new cooking technique and concept that utilizes vacuum technology and sous-vide cooking appliances to cook dishes without losing moisture and nutrients from the raw materials. Compared to conventional cooking, the main differences lie in the need for more precise temperature control within a lower range and generally longer cooking times. Sous-cooking using existing ordinary cooking appliances is very difficult, mainly due to the limitations mentioned above. Dedicated sous-cooking appliances on the market include slow cookers, sous-vide pots, and large commercial constant-temperature pots, but because they are specialized, they are difficult to use for other conventionally cooked ingredients.

[0077] In view of this, the present invention provides a detection component, a cookware component having the detection component, and a cooking appliance having the cookware component, wherein the cooking appliance may be a pressure cooker, an automatic cooking pot, or a sous-vide cooker, etc. Figures 1 to 4 Specific embodiments of the detection component provided by the present invention; Figures 5 to 6 Specific embodiments of the cooking utensil provided by the present invention; Figures 7 to 11 Specific embodiments of the cooking method provided by the present invention.

[0078] Please see Figures 1 to 4 The detection component 101 is used in the cookware component 100 of the cooking appliance 1000, and includes a detection device 1 and an auxiliary cooking module 2. The detection device 1 includes a detection seat 11 and a detection part 12. One side of the detection seat 11 is the detection side and is provided with an electrical component 13. The detection part 12 is located on the detection side of the detection seat 11 and is electrically connected to the electrical component 13, so as to extend into the mounting hole 1041 of the cookware component 100 to detect the cooking parameters of the cooking appliance 1000. The auxiliary cooking module 2 is located on the detection seat 11 and is electrically connected to the electrical component 13 to assist in cooking.

[0079] In the technical solution provided by the present invention, the cooking parameters of the cooking appliance 1000 are detected by setting the detection device 1, and the detection part 12 of the detection device 1 can extend into the mounting hole 1041 of the cookware component 100; at the same time, the auxiliary cooking module 2 is set on the same side of the detection part 12 to perform auxiliary cooking, so that the detection component 101 has both detection function and auxiliary cooking function, thereby realizing its multi-functionality; furthermore, in the process of use, the auxiliary cooking module 2 can be selected to perform different auxiliary cooking operations according to different cooking modes, thereby realizing the multi-functionality of the cooking appliance 1000.

[0080] Please refer to further information. Figure 1 and Figure 2In this embodiment, the auxiliary cooking module 2 includes a vacuum assembly 21. Specifically, in this embodiment, the vacuum assembly 21 is positioned on the same side of the detection seat 11 and the detection part 12. During use, when the user needs to perform low-temperature cooking, the vacuum assembly 21 is activated to create a vacuum inside the pot body 102 of the cookware component 100, thereby reducing the air pressure inside the pot body 102 and enabling low-temperature cooking of the food placed inside the pot body 102. For example, in low-temperature boiling, water and the food to be cooked are placed inside the pot body 102 of the cookware component 100, the cookware component 100 is heated, and the vacuum assembly 21 is activated to reduce the air pressure inside the pot body 102, allowing the water or food to boil at a lower temperature, thus achieving low-temperature cooking.

[0081] Specifically, the vacuum assembly 21 includes a vacuum pump 211, which includes a pump body 2111 and a vacuum pipe 2112. The pump body 2111 is located inside the detection seat 11 and is electrically connected to the electrical assembly 13. The connection end of the vacuum pipe 2112 is connected to the pump body 2111, and the vacuum end of the vacuum pipe 2112 is used to extend into the mounting hole 1041 of the cookware component 100 to evacuate the cooking appliance 1000. The vacuum pump 211 is used to evacuate the pot body 102 of the cookware component 100 to reduce the air pressure inside the pot body 102 of the cookware component 100, thereby enabling low-temperature cooking of the food placed inside the pot body 102 of the cookware component 100.

[0082] The present invention does not limit the specific form of the vacuum pump 211, which can be a diaphragm pump, a plunger pump, a gear pump, a vane pump, etc. That is, any pump body 2111 that generates a vacuum negative pressure range of 15 kPa to 101.3 kPa in the pot body 102 of the cookware component 100 is included in the scope of the present invention.

[0083] More specifically, in this embodiment, the detection unit 12 is disposed at the suction end of the suction pipe 2112. Since the suction end of the suction pipe 2112 is used to extend into the mounting hole 1041 of the cookware component 100 to evacuate the cooking appliance 1000, by disposing the detection unit 12 at the suction end of the suction pipe 2112, the detection unit 12 can be linked with the suction end of the suction pipe 2112. In this way, not only is the structure of the detection component 101 simplified, installation space saved, and the volume of the detection component 101 reduced, but the installation between the detection component 101 and the mounting hole 1041 of the cookware component 100 is also made more convenient.

[0084] In this embodiment, the auxiliary cooking module 2 further includes a sealing element 2113, which is disposed around the suction pipe 2112 to seal the mounting hole 1041 when the suction pipe 2112 extends into the mounting hole 1041 of the cookware component 100. By providing the sealing element 2113, the suction pump 211 can quickly generate a vacuum negative pressure in the pot body 102 of the cookware component 100, thereby improving the efficiency of auxiliary cooking. At the same time, the sealing element 2113 can prevent air from entering the pot body 102 of the cookware component 100, thereby prolonging the pressure maintenance time in the pot body 102 of the cookware component 100 and reducing the power consumption of the suction pump 211.

[0085] Please refer to further information. Figure 3 and Figure 4 In this embodiment, the auxiliary cooking module 2 also includes a stirring assembly 22, which has a stirring part movably disposed on the detection side of the detection seat 11. That is, in this embodiment, the stirring part is disposed on the same side of the detection seat 11 and the detection part 12. During use, when the user needs to perform low-temperature cooking on vacuum-packed ingredients, taking low-temperature boiling as an example, water and vacuum-packed ingredients are placed in the pot body 102 of the cookware component 100, the cookware component 100 is heated, and the stirring assembly 22 is turned on, causing the stirring part to stir. The stirring unit can move to stir the water in the pot body 102 of the cookware component 100, so that the water temperature in the pot body 102 is uniform, avoiding uneven heating of food due to uneven water temperature; when the user needs to cook food normally, taking boiling food as an example, water and food are put into the pot body 102 of the cookware component 100, the cookware component 100 is heated, and the stirring component 22 is turned on, so that the stirring unit can move to stir in the pot body 102 of the cookware component 100, so that the water and food are tumbling, thereby making the food heated evenly, avoiding burning the bottom, and further improving the user experience.

[0086] It should be noted that the stirring assembly 22 also includes a driving unit, which is drivenly connected to the stirring unit to drive the stirring unit to move and realize the stirring function.

[0087] This invention does not limit the specific form of the stirring part and the driving part. The stirring part can be a stirring blade, a stirring rod 221, or a sonic vibrating plate, etc.; the driving part can be a motor, an electromagnet, or a high-frequency power supply, etc. Users can select different stirring parts and driving parts according to the actual product and actual use scenario. In this embodiment, the stirring assembly 22 includes a stirring rod 221 and a driving motor 222. One end of the stirring rod 221 is provided on the detection side, and the other end is provided with a stirring head for extending into the installation of the cookware component 100. Hole 1041; The drive motor 222 is located inside the detection seat 11, and its output shaft drives the stirring rod 221 to rotate; wherein, the stirring part includes the stirring rod 221; during use, when the stirring assembly 22 is turned on, the drive motor 222 drives the stirring rod 221 to rotate at a constant speed, so that the stirring head can stir the water in the pot body 102 of the cookware component 100, so that the water temperature in the pot body 102 is uniform, and the phenomenon of uneven heating of food due to uneven water temperature is avoided.

[0088] In this embodiment, the auxiliary cooking module 2 further includes a support tube 223, which is located on the detection side and sleeved on the outside of the stirring rod 221. The end face of the support tube 223 facing the detection side has an installation groove, which extends along the length of the stirring rod 221. The detection part 12 is located in the installation groove. The stirring rod 221 can rotate relative to the support tube 223. The support tube 223 sleeved on the stirring rod 221 not only prevents the stirring rod 221 from being damaged due to long-term contact with liquid or food, thereby improving the service life of the stirring rod 221, but also provides an installation position for the detection part 12, making the internal structure design of the detection component 101 more compact and further reducing the volume of the detection component 101.

[0089] It should be noted that the present invention does not limit the specific material of the support tube 223. The support tube 223 can be made of any material that is heat-resistant, non-toxic, harmless and has good thermal conductivity.

[0090] In this invention, the electrical component 13 includes a display component 131 for displaying the cooking parameters of the cooking appliance 1000; the display component 131 is provided so that the user can monitor the cooking parameters of the cooking appliance 1000 in real time, which not only makes it easier for the user to obtain parameter information, but also makes it easier for the user to adjust the cooking mode according to their needs.

[0091] In this invention, the electrical component 13 includes a communication component for communicating with the control device of the cooking appliance 1000. Since the communication component can transmit the detection information of the detection unit 12 to the control device, and can also send the control commands issued by the control device to the auxiliary cooking module 2, the operation of the detection component 101 can be made smoother, thereby improving the cooking efficiency of the cooking appliance 1000.

[0092] It should be noted that the above two technical features can be set selectively or simultaneously. Specifically, in this embodiment, the above two technical features are set simultaneously, that is, the electrical component 13 includes a display component 131 and a communication component. The display component 131 is used to display the cooking parameters of the cooking appliance 1000, and the communication component is used to communicate with the control device of the cooking appliance 1000. In this way, the user can keep track of the cooking parameters in the cooking appliance 1000 in real time, which not only makes it easier for the user to obtain parameter information, but also makes it convenient for the user to adjust the cooking mode according to their needs. The communication component can transmit the detection information of the detection unit 12 to the control device, and can also send the control commands issued by the control device to the auxiliary cooking module 2. Therefore, the operation of the detection component 101 can be made smoother, thereby improving the cooking efficiency of the cooking appliance 1000.

[0093] In this invention, the electrical component 13 further includes a display component 131, which includes a display screen 1311. The display screen 1311 is located on the side of the detection seat 11 facing away from the detection side, so that the user can monitor the cooking parameters in the cooking appliance 1000 in real time and easily obtain parameter information.

[0094] In this invention, the detection device 1 further includes a control panel 1312, which is located on the side of the detection seat 11 facing away from the detection side and is electrically connected to the control device of the cooking appliance 1000, so that users can more conveniently select the cooking mode.

[0095] It should be noted that the above two technical features can be set individually or simultaneously. Specifically, in this embodiment, the above two technical features are set simultaneously, that is, the electrical component 13 also includes a display component 131 and a control panel 1312; the display component 131 and the control panel 1312 are located on the side of the detection seat 11 facing away from the detection side. In this way, not only can the user monitor the cooking parameters in the cooking appliance 1000 in real time, making it convenient for the user to obtain parameter information, but the user can also select the cooking mode more conveniently.

[0096] In this invention, the detection device 1 is a temperature measuring device, and the detection part 12 is a temperature probe; the temperature parameters inside the cooking appliance 1000 are detected by the temperature probe, so that the food can be cooked in the cooking appliance 1000 at a preset temperature, which not only ensures the cooking quality of the food, but also improves the safety performance of the cooking appliance 1000.

[0097] In this invention, the detection device 1 is a pressure measuring device, and the detection unit 12 is a pressure sensor. When performing low-temperature cooking, the pressure sensor can accurately detect the pressure parameters inside the cooking appliance 1000, so that the food can be cooked in the cooking appliance 1000 at a preset pressure, which not only ensures the cooking quality of the food, but also improves the safety performance of the cooking appliance 1000.

[0098] It should be noted that the above two technical features can be set individually or simultaneously. Specifically, in this embodiment, the above two technical features are set simultaneously, that is, the detection device 1 is a temperature measuring device and a pressure measuring device; correspondingly, the detection unit 12 is a temperature probe and a pressure sensor. In this way, the temperature parameters and pressure parameters inside the cooking appliance 1000 are detected by the temperature probe and the pressure sensor, so that the food can be cooked in the cooking appliance 1000 at a preset temperature and pressure, which not only ensures the cooking quality of the food, but also improves the safety performance of the cooking appliance 1000.

[0099] It should be noted that in this invention, when a user needs to perform low-temperature cooking on ingredients that have not been vacuum-packed, the water and ingredients inside the cookware component 100 are first heated. Simultaneously, the vacuum pump 211 is used to create a vacuum inside the cookware component 100, thereby lowering the boiling point of the water and ingredients and allowing them to boil at a lower temperature, thus achieving low-temperature cooking. The detection unit 12 detects the temperature and pressure inside the cookware component 100 and transmits the detection parameters to the control device. The control device then issues control commands to adjust the auxiliary cooking mode. The action of block 2: When the user needs to cook vacuum-packed food at a low temperature, the water and food inside the pot component 100 are first heated. At room temperature and pressure, the boiling point of water is 100℃. Since the food is vacuum-packed, it can be cooked at a temperature below 100℃. At the same time, the stirring rod 221 stirs inside the pot component 100 to ensure that the water and food inside the pot component 100 are heated evenly. In this way, not only can low-temperature cooking be achieved, but the food can also be heated evenly, improving the cooking quality. The detection unit 12 is set to detect the temperature inside the pot component 100 and transmit the detection parameters to the control unit. The control device issues control commands to adjust the operation of the auxiliary cooking module 2. When the user needs to cook ordinary ingredients at high temperature, the water and ingredients in the pot component 100 are first heated, and the stirring rod 221 stirs the water and ingredients in the pot component 100 to ensure that the water and ingredients are heated evenly. This not only completes the cooking but also ensures that the food is heated evenly, improving the cooking quality. The detection unit 12 detects the temperature inside the pot component 100 and sends the detection parameters to the control device, which then issues control commands to adjust the operation of the auxiliary cooking module 2. The operation of step 2 is as follows: The detection device 1 is installed, and the detection part 12 of the detection device 1 can extend into the mounting hole 1041 of the cookware component 100 to detect the cooking parameters of the cooking appliance 1000. Simultaneously, the auxiliary cooking module 2 is installed on the same side as the detection part 12 to assist in cooking, thus enabling the detection component 101 to have both detection and auxiliary cooking functions, thereby achieving multi-functionality. Furthermore, during use, the auxiliary cooking module 2 can be selected to perform different auxiliary cooking operations according to different cooking modes, thereby achieving multi-functionality of the cooking appliance 1000.

[0100] The present invention also provides a cookware component 100, which is either the pot body 102 or the lid 103 of a cooking appliance 1000. The cookware component 100 includes a mounting wall 104 and a detection component 101. The mounting wall 104 has a mounting portion and a mounting hole 1041. The detection portion 12 and the auxiliary cooking module 2 of the detection component 101 can extend into the mounting hole 1041 to detect the cooking parameters of the cooking appliance 1000 and assist the cooking appliance 1000 in cooking, respectively. It should be noted that the detection component 101 is configured as described above, that is, the cookware component 100 has the aforementioned detection... All technical features of component 101 in all embodiments, that is, by setting the detection device 1, and the detection part 12 of the detection device 1 can extend into the mounting hole 1041 of the cookware component 100, the cooking parameters of the cooking appliance 1000 are detected; at the same time, the auxiliary cooking module 2 is set on the same side of the detection part 12 to perform auxiliary cooking, so that the detection component 101 has both detection function and auxiliary cooking function, thereby realizing its multi-functionality; furthermore, in the process of use, according to different cooking modes, the auxiliary cooking module 2 can be selected to perform different auxiliary cooking operations, thereby realizing the multi-functionality of the cooking appliance 1000.

[0101] Specifically, the cookware component 100 also includes a sealing ring, which is disposed on the lid 103 and arranged along the periphery of the lid 103. The sealing ring is used to seal the pot body 102 when the lid 103 is closed on the pot body 102, which not only ensures the cooking quality of the food, but also improves the safety performance of the cookware component 100.

[0102] The present invention also provides a cooking utensil 1000, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 5 and Figure 6The cooking appliance 1000 includes a cooking body 200, a pot component 100, a detection device 1, an auxiliary cooking module 2, and a control device. The cooking body 200 is equipped with a heating element 201. The pot component 100 includes a pot body 102 and a pot lid 103, and is placed on the cooking body 200 for heating. The detection device 1 is located on the pot component 100 and includes an electrical component 13 and a detection part 12. The detection part 12 is electrically connected to the electrical component 13 and is inserted into the mounting hole 1041 of the pot component 100 to detect the cooking appliance. The cooking parameters of the 1000 are specified; the auxiliary cooking module 2 is electrically connected to the electrical component 13 of the detection device 1 to assist in cooking; the control device is electrically connected to the heating component 201, the electrical component 13, and the auxiliary cooking module 2; it should be noted that during use, when the user selects different cooking modes, the control device controls the heating temperature of the heating component 201 and the operation of the auxiliary cooking module 2 according to the cooking parameters detected by the detection unit 12, so that the cooking appliance 1000 can cook ingredients in the mode selected by the user, realizing the multi-functionality of the cooking appliance 1000.

[0103] Specifically, the auxiliary cooking module 2 is mounted on the detection device 1, so that the detection device 1 and the auxiliary cooking module 2 constitute a detection component 101; by integrating the auxiliary cooking module 2 and the detection device 1, the structure of the detection component 101 is further simplified, making it easier for users to operate.

[0104] It should be noted that the detection component 101 is configured as described above. That is, the cooking appliance 1000 has all the technical features of the detection component 101 in all embodiments described above. In other words, by setting the detection device 1, and the detection part 12 of the detection device 1 can extend into the mounting hole 1041 of the pot component 100, the cooking parameters of the cooking appliance 1000 are detected. At the same time, the auxiliary cooking module 2 is set on the same side of the detection part 12 to perform auxiliary cooking, so that the detection component 101 has both detection function and auxiliary cooking function, thereby realizing its multi-functionality. Furthermore, during use, the auxiliary cooking module 2 can be selected to perform different auxiliary cooking operations according to different cooking modes, thereby realizing the multi-functionality of the cooking appliance 1000.

[0105] The present invention does not limit the specific form of the cooking body 200. The cooking body 200 can be an induction cooker, an infrared cooker (ceramic cooker), an electric stove, a gas stove, an oven, or a steamer, etc. In other words, the cooking body 200 includes all devices that can receive temperature signals from temperature measuring devices and adjust the heating temperature of the cookware component 100 according to the temperature signals.

[0106] Specifically, the cooking main body 200 also includes a control device including an operating component and a controller. The user operates the operating component to generate corresponding operating instructions. The controller receives the operating instructions and sends corresponding control instructions to the heating component 201 and the auxiliary cooking module 2 to control the operation of the heating component 201 and the auxiliary cooking module 2, thereby realizing the cooking function of the cooking appliance 1000.

[0107] The present invention does not limit the specific form of the operating component. The operating component can be a function button or a touch switch. Users can select different forms of the operating component according to the actual product or actual use scenario to improve the practicality of the cooking appliance 1000.

[0108] Based on the above-described cooking utensil, this invention also provides a cooking method; please refer to [link / reference]. Figures 7 to 11 Specific embodiments of the cooking method provided by the present invention.

[0109] Specifically, Figure 7 This is a first embodiment of the cooking method provided by the present invention.

[0110] The cooking method includes:

[0111] S10: Receive cooking operation instructions;

[0112] S20: According to the type of cooking operation instruction, control the cooking appliance to perform a normal cooking mode or an auxiliary cooking mode, wherein the normal cooking mode includes controlling the heating component to work according to a first control program, and the auxiliary cooking mode includes controlling the heating component and the auxiliary cooking module to work according to a second control program.

[0113] In this embodiment, the cooking appliance has a first control program and a second control program, which correspond to the normal cooking mode and the auxiliary cooking mode, respectively. According to the user's selection, the heating component and the auxiliary cooking module are controlled to operate according to the corresponding control program, thereby realizing the multi-functionality of the cooking appliance.

[0114] Figure 8 This is a second embodiment of the cooking method provided by the present invention.

[0115] Specifically, the steps for controlling the heating component and the auxiliary cooking module to operate according to the second control program include:

[0116] S21: Control the heating component to turn on in order to heat the pot;

[0117] S22: Control the auxiliary cooking module to turn on, so as to assist the cooking appliance in cooking;

[0118] S23: Receive and detect the cooking parameters of the cooking appliance;

[0119] S24: Adjust the control strategy of the auxiliary cooking module and the heating component according to the predetermined cooking function parameters and the cooking parameters.

[0120] In this embodiment, when the user selects the auxiliary cooking mode, the control device issues a control command to activate the heating component and the auxiliary cooking module. During the cooking process, the detection unit detects the cooking parameters within the cooking appliance and sends the detection information to the control device. The control device compares the cooking parameters with the predetermined cooking function parameters in the auxiliary cooking mode and adjusts the control strategy of the auxiliary cooking module and the heating component based on the comparison results. This not only improves the adjustment sensitivity of the auxiliary cooking module and the heating component but also allows the food to be cooked within the cooking appliance using predetermined cooking function parameters, ensuring the cooking quality of the food and improving the safety performance of the cooking appliance.

[0121] Figure 9 This is a third embodiment of the cooking method provided by the present invention.

[0122] The predetermined cooking function parameters include low-temperature cooking, preset cooking time, preset temperature range, and preset pressure range. The cooking parameters are set as cooking temperature and cooking pressure. The auxiliary cooking module includes a vacuum component.

[0123] Specifically, step S24, which adjusts the control strategy of the auxiliary cooking module and the heating component based on predetermined cooking function parameters and the cooking parameters, includes:

[0124] S241: When the cooking pressure reaches the preset pressure range, control the vacuuming component to stop pumping air;

[0125] S242: When the cooking temperature reaches the preset temperature range, reduce the heating power of the heating component to keep the cooking temperature within the preset temperature range;

[0126] S243: When the cooking gas pressure rises again to a level greater than the preset gas pressure, control the vacuuming component to pump air again;

[0127] S244: When the preset cooking time is reached, control the heating component to stop heating and the vacuum component to stop vacuuming.

[0128] In this embodiment, the user selects low-temperature cooking. The control component controls the heating component to heat the pot to a preset temperature range, while the vacuum component generates a vacuum inside the pot. The detection unit monitors the cooking parameters inside the pot in real time and sends the parameter information to the control device. When the cooking pressure reaches the preset pressure range, the vacuum component stops pumping air. When the cooking temperature reaches the preset temperature range, the heating power of the heating component is reduced to maintain the cooking temperature within the preset temperature range. At this time, the food can be cooked at a low temperature. Due to sealing factors, the pressure inside the pot may rise. When it exceeds the preset pressure range, the vacuum component restarts to maintain the pressure fluctuating within the preset pressure range. Simultaneously, the heating component adjusts the heating temperature again according to the cooking temperature to maintain the cooking temperature within the preset temperature range. When the preset cooking time is reached, the heating component stops heating and the vacuum component stops pumping air, completing the cooking process.

[0129] Figure 10 This is the fourth embodiment of the cooking method provided by the present invention.

[0130] The predetermined cooking function parameters include low-temperature cooking, preset cooking time, and preset temperature range. The cooking parameters are set to cooking temperature. The auxiliary cooking module includes a stirring component.

[0131] Specifically, step S24, which adjusts the control strategy of the auxiliary cooking module and the heating component based on predetermined cooking function parameters and the cooking parameters, includes:

[0132] S241: When the cooking temperature reaches the preset temperature range, reduce the heating power of the heating component to keep the cooking temperature at the preset temperature;

[0133] S242: When the preset cooking time is reached, control the heating component to stop heating and the stirring component to stop stirring.

[0134] In this embodiment, for vacuum-packed ingredients, the user selects low-temperature cooking. The control component controls the heating component to heat the pot to a preset temperature range, while the stirring component's stirring part stirs within the pot. The detection unit monitors the cooking parameters within the pot in real time and sends the parameter information to the control device. When the cooking temperature reaches the preset temperature range, the heating power of the heating component is reduced to maintain the cooking temperature within the preset temperature range. At this time, the ingredients undergo low-temperature cooking. Because the stirring part of the stirring component stirs within the pot, the water, oil, and ingredients within the pot can be heated evenly, thereby improving the cooking quality. When the preset cooking time is reached, the heating component stops heating and the stirring component stops stirring, completing the cooking process.

[0135] Figure 11 This is the fifth embodiment of the cooking method provided by the present invention.

[0136] The predetermined cooking function parameters include high-temperature cooking, preset cooking time, preset near temperature, and preset temperature range. The cooking parameters are set to cooking temperature. The auxiliary cooking module includes a stirring component.

[0137] Specifically, step S24, which adjusts the control strategy of the auxiliary cooking module and the heating component based on predetermined cooking function parameters and the cooking parameters, includes:

[0138] S241: When the cooking temperature reaches the preset near temperature, the heating power of the heating component is reduced for the first time;

[0139] S242: When the cooking temperature reaches the preset temperature range, the heating power of the heating component is reduced again to keep the cooking temperature within the preset temperature range;

[0140] S243: When the preset cooking time is reached, control the heating component to stop heating and the stirring component to stop stirring.

[0141] In this embodiment, the user selects high-temperature cooking. The control component controls the heating component to heat, while the stirring part of the stirring component stirs within the pot. The detection unit monitors the cooking parameters within the pot in real time and sends the parameter information to the control device. When the cooking temperature reaches the preset near-temperature, the heating power of the heating component is reduced for the first time. When the cooking temperature reaches the preset temperature range, the heating power of the heating component is reduced again to maintain the cooking temperature within the preset temperature range. That is, by gradually reducing the heating power of the heating component, the cooking temperature is regulated, preventing the cooking temperature from exceeding the preset temperature range due to excessively high heating in one go. This not only prevents the food from spoiling due to excessively high cooking temperatures but also avoids safety hazards to the cooking utensils caused by excessively high cooking temperatures. At this time, the food is cooked at high temperature. Because the stirring part of the stirring component stirs within the pot, the water, oil, and food in the pot are heated evenly, and scorching is prevented, thereby improving the cooking quality of the food. When the preset cooking time is reached, the heating component stops heating and the stirring component stops stirring, completing the cooking process.

[0142] In this invention, the predetermined cooking function parameters include at least one of low-temperature cooking, high-temperature cooking, preset cooking time, preset near temperature, preset temperature, and preset air pressure; by setting the above-mentioned predetermined cooking function parameters, the cooking function of the cooking appliance is realized.

[0143] In this invention, the cooking parameters may include cooking temperature, cooking pressure, or both. Users can select different cooking parameters according to the actual cooking mode, making it highly practical.

[0144] It should be noted that the above two technical features can be set selectively or simultaneously. Specifically, in this embodiment, the above two technical features are set simultaneously, that is, the predetermined cooking function parameters include at least one of low-temperature cooking, high-temperature cooking, preset cooking time, preset near temperature, preset temperature, and preset air pressure; correspondingly, the cooking parameters include cooking temperature and cooking air pressure. Thus, according to the predetermined cooking function parameters and the cooking parameters, the control device can adjust the control strategy of the auxiliary cooking module and the heating component, so that the food can be cooked in the cooking appliance at the preset temperature and pressure, which not only ensures the cooking quality of the food but also improves the safety performance of the cooking appliance.

[0145] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the patent scope of the present invention. All equivalent structural transformations made under the concept of the present invention using the contents of the present invention specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A detection component for use in a cookware component of a cooking utensil, characterized in that, include: The detection device includes a detection base and a detection part. One side of the detection base is a detection side and is equipped with electrical components. The detection part is located on the detection side of the detection base and is electrically connected to the electrical components. It is used to extend into the mounting hole of the cookware component to detect the cooking parameters of the cooking appliance. as well as, An auxiliary cooking module is located on the detection seat and electrically connected to the electrical components to assist in cooking. The auxiliary cooking module is at least partially capable of being inserted synchronously into the same mounting hole as the detection unit into the cookware component.

2. The detection component according to claim 1, characterized in that, The auxiliary cooking module includes a vacuuming component.

3. The detection component according to claim 2, characterized in that, The vacuum assembly includes a vacuum pump, which includes a pump body and a vacuum pipe. The pump body is located inside the detection seat and is electrically connected to the electrical assembly. The connection end of the vacuum pipe is connected to the pump body, and the vacuum end of the vacuum pipe is used to extend into the mounting hole of the cookware component to evacuate air from the cooking appliance.

4. The detection component according to claim 3, characterized in that, The detection unit is located at the suction end of the suction pipe.

5. The detection component according to claim 3, characterized in that, The auxiliary cooking module also includes a sealing element disposed on the periphery of the suction pipe to seal the mounting hole when the suction pipe extends into the mounting hole of the cookware component.

6. The detection component according to claim 1, characterized in that, The auxiliary cooking module also includes a stirring assembly, which has a stirring section movably disposed on the detection side of the detection seat.

7. The detection component according to claim 6, characterized in that, The stirring assembly includes: A stirring rod, one end of which is rotatably mounted to the detection side, and the other end of which is provided with a stirring head for extending into the mounting hole of the cookware component; and, A drive motor is located inside the detection seat, and its output shaft is connected to the stirring rod. The stirring section includes the stirring rod.

8. The detection component according to claim 7, characterized in that, The auxiliary cooking module also includes a support tube, which is located on the detection side and sleeved on the outside of the stirring rod. The end face of the support tube facing the detection side has an installation groove, which extends along the length of the stirring rod. The detection unit is located within the mounting slot; The stirring rod can rotate relative to the support tube.

9. The detection component according to claim 1, characterized in that, The detection device is a temperature measuring device, and the detection part is a temperature probe; and / or, The detection device is a pressure measuring device, and the detection part is a pressure sensor.

10. A cookware component, wherein the cookware component is the pot body or lid of a cooking utensil, characterized in that, The cookware components include: The mounting wall has a mounting portion, wherein the mounting portion is provided with mounting holes; and... The detection component as described in any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the detection part and the auxiliary cooking module of the detection component can extend into the mounting hole to detect the cooking parameters of the cooking appliance and assist the cooking appliance in cooking, respectively.

11. A cooking utensil, characterized in that, include: The main cooking unit is equipped with a heating element; A cookware component, including a pot body and a pot lid, is used to be placed on the cooking body for heating; A detection device is provided on the cookware component. The detection device includes an electrical component and a detection part. The detection part is electrically connected to the electrical component and is used to extend into the mounting hole of the cookware component to detect the cooking parameters of the cooking appliance. An auxiliary cooking module is electrically connected to the electrical components of the detection device to assist in cooking. as well as, The control device is electrically connected to the heating component, the electrical component, and the auxiliary cooking module; The auxiliary cooking module is at least partially capable of being inserted synchronously into the same mounting hole as the detection unit into the cookware component.

12. The cooking utensil according to claim 11, characterized in that, The auxiliary cooking module is mounted on the detection device, so that the detection device and the auxiliary cooking module constitute a detection assembly.

13. The cooking utensil according to claim 12, characterized in that, The detection component is the detection component described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

14. A cooking method based on the cooking utensil of claim 13, characterized in that, The cooking method includes: Receive cooking operation instructions; According to the type of cooking operation instruction, the cooking appliance is controlled to perform a normal cooking mode or an auxiliary cooking mode. The normal cooking mode includes controlling the heating component to work according to a first control program, and the auxiliary cooking mode includes controlling the heating component and the auxiliary cooking module to work according to a second control program.

15. The cooking method according to claim 14, characterized in that, The steps for controlling the heating component and the auxiliary cooking module to operate according to the second control program include: The heating element is turned on to heat the cookware; The auxiliary cooking module is activated to assist the cooking appliance in cooking. Receive and detect the cooking parameters of the cooking appliance; The control strategy of the auxiliary cooking module and the heating component is adjusted according to the predetermined cooking function parameters and the cooking parameters.

16. The cooking method according to claim 15, characterized in that, The predetermined cooking function parameters include low-temperature cooking, preset cooking time, preset temperature range, and preset pressure range. The cooking parameters are set as cooking temperature and cooking pressure. The auxiliary cooking module includes a vacuum component. The steps of adjusting the control strategies of the auxiliary cooking module and the heating component according to the predetermined cooking function parameters and the cooking parameters include: When the cooking pressure reaches the preset pressure range, the vacuum assembly is controlled to stop pumping air. When the cooking temperature reaches the preset temperature range, the heating power of the heating component is reduced to maintain the cooking temperature at the preset temperature. When the cooking gas pressure rises again to a level greater than the preset gas pressure, the vacuum pumping component is controlled to pump air again. When the preset cooking time is reached, the heating component stops heating and the vacuum component stops evacuating air.

17. The cooking method according to claim 15, characterized in that, The predetermined cooking function parameters include low-temperature cooking, preset cooking time, and preset temperature range. The cooking parameters are set to cooking temperature. The auxiliary cooking module includes a stirring component. The steps of adjusting the control strategies of the auxiliary cooking module and the heating component according to the predetermined cooking function parameters and the cooking parameters include: When the cooking temperature reaches the preset temperature range, the heating power of the heating component is reduced to keep the cooking temperature within the preset temperature range. When the preset cooking time is reached, the heating component stops heating and the stirring component stops stirring.

18. The cooking method according to claim 15, characterized in that, The predetermined cooking function parameters include high-temperature cooking, preset cooking time, preset near temperature, and preset temperature range. The cooking parameters are set to cooking temperature. The auxiliary cooking module includes a stirring component. The steps of adjusting the control strategies of the auxiliary cooking module and the heating component according to the predetermined cooking function parameters and the cooking parameters include: When the cooking temperature reaches the preset near temperature, the heating power of the heating component is reduced for the first time; When the cooking temperature reaches the preset temperature range, the heating power of the heating component is reduced again to keep the cooking temperature within the preset temperature range. When the preset cooking time is reached, the heating component stops heating and the stirring component stops stirring.

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