Food processor with convenient liquid discharge

Abstract

This application discloses a food processing machine with convenient drainage, including a pulping chamber. A drainage port is located at the bottom of the pulping chamber, and a drainage valve is installed at the drainage port. The drainage valve is used to open or close the drainage port. The drainage valve has a deformable drainage hose with a first position where the outlet faces a first receiving container and a second position where the outlet faces a second receiving container. During drainage switching, the drainage hose deforms to switch its outlet orientation from the first position to the second position. The drainage hose of this application can switch positions using deformation. Compared to the existing method of switching positions by rotating the drainage pipe, the drainage hose of this application has higher switching efficiency, reduces malfunctions caused by pipe rotation, and thus improves reliability. Furthermore, based on the deformation method of the drainage hose, the use of a rotary valve to control pipe rotation is avoided, which simplifies the structure of the drainage valve and reduces costs.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of food processing machine technology, specifically to a food processing machine that facilitates liquid drainage. Background Technology

[0002] There is a type of food processing machine, including a base and a grinding chamber. The grinding chamber is provided with a drain hole. The base is provided with a rotary valve and a rotary valve motor. The rotary valve is provided with a connecting pipe and a drain pipe. The rotary valve is connected to the drain hole through the connecting pipe. The rotary valve motor drives the rotary valve and simultaneously drives the outlet end of the drain pipe to rotate. When the connecting pipe and the drain pipe are connected, the outlet end of the drain pipe rotates to the slurry discharge position for slurry discharge or rotates to the waste discharge position for drainage.

[0003] The drain pipe of the aforementioned food processing machine can switch between the slurry discharge position and the waste discharge position. However, it has the following disadvantages: the rotary valve structure is complex and the manufacturing cost is high; the motor drives the outlet end of the drain pipe to rotate to switch positions, and the reliability of the drain pipe rotation switching method is low, and rotation failure is prone to occur, affecting the slurry discharge effect; the drain pipe rotation takes a certain amount of time, and it is easy for slurry or wastewater to start to be discharged when the drain pipe is not rotated to the correct position, causing slurry or wastewater to be discharged outside the liquid receiving container, which poses a risk of splashing and scalding users, and will also increase the user's cleaning workload, resulting in a decline in the user experience; in addition, using the same structural component drain pipe to discharge both slurry and wastewater is easy to cause contamination of the drain pipe, which is not conducive to improving the quality of beverages. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This application provides a food processing machine with convenient drainage to solve at least one of the above-mentioned technical problems.

[0005] The technical solution adopted in this application is as follows:

[0006] A food processing machine with convenient drainage includes a pulping chamber with a drainage port at the bottom. A drainage valve is installed at the drainage port to open or close the drainage port. The drainage valve is equipped with a deformable drainage hose with a first position where the outlet faces a first receiving container and a second position where the outlet faces a second receiving container. When switching drainage, the drainage hose deforms to switch the outlet orientation from the first position to the second position.

[0007] The food processing machine of this application, which facilitates liquid drainage, also has the following additional technical features:

[0008] The slurry discharge valve includes a valve body and a valve core disposed on the valve body. The valve body has an outlet that communicates with the discharge port. The valve core is used to open or close the outlet. The valve core can move linearly along the valve body to cause the discharge hose to deform so that its outlet orientation changes.

[0009] The drain hose is fixed to the valve body and the two are connected; the valve core moves to extend into the drain hose and squeezes the drain hose to deform so that its outlet orientation changes.

[0010] The valve core slides close to the inner wall of the drain hose, and the valve core is provided with a discharge channel. In the second position, the outlet is connected to the discharge channel.

[0011] The valve body is provided with a baffle rib. The drain hose is fixed to one end of the valve core and the two are connected. When the valve core drives the drain hose to the position of the baffle rib, the baffle rib blocks the movement of the drain hose to cause the drain hose to deform so that its outlet orientation changes.

[0012] The food processing machine also includes a drive unit to drive the discharge hose to deform so that its outlet orientation changes.

[0013] The driving device includes any one of an electric push rod, a spring telescopic structure, a pneumatic telescopic structure, or a hydraulic telescopic structure.

[0014] The drain hose is provided with an integral mounting component, at least a portion of which is arranged along the sidewall of the outlet end of the drain hose. The mounting component is capable of triggering deformation of the drain hose to change the outlet orientation.

[0015] The mounting component is provided with a bimetallic strip, which deforms when heated to trigger the deformation of the drain hose so that its outlet orientation changes.

[0016] The mounting component is provided with a magnetic part, and the food processing machine is provided with a magnetic adsorption part. The magnetic adsorption part attracts the magnetic part to trigger the deformation of the drain hose so that its outlet orientation changes.

[0017] Due to the adoption of the above technical solution, the beneficial effects achieved by this application are as follows:

[0018] 1. The food processing machine of this application, which facilitates drainage, allows drainage via a drainage hose. The outlet of the drainage hose faces a first position and a second position, allowing drainage to a first receiving container at the first position or a second receiving container at the second position. This enables drainage of slurry and wastewater at different locations. Furthermore, the drainage hose utilizes deformation to switch positions. Compared to the prior art where the drainage pipe is driven to rotate to switch positions, the drainage hose of this application has higher position-switching efficiency, reduces malfunctions caused by pipe rotation, and improves reliability. Moreover, based on the deformation mechanism of the drainage hose, the use of a rotary valve to control pipe rotation is avoided, simplifying the structure of the slurry discharge valve and reducing costs.

[0019] 2. As a preferred embodiment of this application, the discharge valve includes a valve body and a valve core disposed on the valve body. The valve body has an outlet communicating with the discharge port, and the valve core is used to open or close the outlet. The valve core can move linearly along the valve body to deform the discharge hose and change its outlet orientation. Thus, the valve core movement of this application can achieve two functions: first, to open or close the outlet to facilitate discharge or pulping in the pulping chamber; second, to deform the discharge hose to switch its position. This eliminates the need for an additional drive device to drive the discharge hose deformation, simplifying the configuration of the food processing machine, reducing costs, simplifying operation, and improving work efficiency. Furthermore, the linear movement of the valve core is more efficient and reliable than the movement of a rotary valve.

[0020] 3. In the preferred embodiment of the method where the valve core moves to cause the drainage hose to deform, the drainage hose is fixed to the valve body and the two are connected; the valve core moves to extend into the drainage hose and squeezes the drainage hose to deform so that its outlet orientation changes; in this embodiment, the valve core can extend into the drainage hose, and the valve core can apply a force to the drainage hose to cause it to deform while moving, thus improving work efficiency.

[0021] Furthermore, the valve core slides tightly against the inner wall of the drain hose. The valve core has a discharge channel, and in the second position, the outlet is connected to the discharge channel. On the one hand, liquid can be discharged to the second receiving container through the discharge channel inside the valve core, thus avoiding flow through the drain hose. For example, the drain hose can be used only for slurry discharge, while the discharge channel is used for wastewater discharge. This prevents wastewater from contaminating the drain hose and helps improve the quality of the slurry discharged from the drain hose. On the other hand, the valve core sliding tightly against the inner wall of the drain hose enables self-cleaning of the drain hose. That is, the valve core can squeeze out dirt on the inner wall of the drain hose, thus eliminating the need to disassemble the drain hose for deep cleaning, freeing up the user's hands and improving the user experience.

[0022] 4. In the preferred embodiment of the valve core translation causing the drainage hose to deform, the valve body is provided with a baffle rib. The drainage hose is fixed to one end of the valve core and the two are connected. When the valve core drives the drainage hose to the position of the baffle rib, the baffle rib blocks the movement of the drainage hose to cause the drainage hose to deform so that its outlet orientation changes. In this embodiment, the valve core can drive the drainage hose to move. When the drainage hose encounters the baffle rib, the baffle rib can apply a force to the drainage hose to cause it to deform. The baffle rib has a simple structure and does not require a separate electric drive structure, which helps to simplify the structural configuration and reduce the design cost.

[0023] 5. As a preferred embodiment of this application, the food processing machine further includes a drive device to drive the drainage hose to deform so that its outlet orientation changes; by setting a drive device to drive the deformation of the drainage hose, the action of the valve core on the drainage hose can be omitted, enriching the drive control method.

[0024] 6. As a preferred embodiment of this application, the drain hose is provided with a mounting member integrally mounted thereon. At least a portion of the mounting member is arranged along the side wall of the outlet end of the drain hose. The mounting member can trigger deformation of the drain hose to change its outlet orientation. In this embodiment, the action of the valve core on the drain hose can be omitted, and the deformation of the drain hose is triggered by the mounting member on the drain hose. Since at least a portion of the mounting member is arranged along the side wall of the outlet end of the drain hose, it can quickly trigger the change of the outlet orientation of the drain hose, thereby improving the efficiency of the drain hose position switching.

[0025] In a preferred embodiment of this invention, the mounting component is provided with a bimetallic strip, which deforms when heated to trigger the deformation of the drain hose, thereby changing the orientation of its outlet. The method of triggering the deformation of the drain hose by the deformation of the bimetallic strip is novel and enriches the ways in which the drain hose deforms.

[0026] In a preferred embodiment of this invention, the mounting component is provided with a magnetic part, and the food processing machine is provided with a magnetic adsorption part. The magnetic adsorption part attracts the magnetic part to trigger the deformation of the drain hose so that its outlet orientation changes. By triggering the deformation of the drain hose through magnetic attraction, the ways in which the drain hose deforms are enriched. Attached Figure Description

[0027] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of this application and form part of this application, illustrate exemplary embodiments and are used to explain this application, but do not constitute an undue limitation of this application. In the drawings:

[0028] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a food processing machine according to one embodiment of this application. Figure 1 Among them, the outlet of the drain hose is in the first position;

[0029] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a food processing machine according to one embodiment of this application. Figure 2 The outlet of the drain hose is located in the second position.

[0030] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the composition of a slurry discharge valve according to one embodiment of this application;

[0031] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the working status of the slurry discharge valve Figure 1The outlet of the drain hose is in the first position;

[0032] Figure 5 yes Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the valve core of the slurry discharge valve blocking the liquid outlet;

[0033] Figure 6 yes Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the working status of the slurry discharge valve Figure 2 The outlet of the drain hose is in the second position;

[0034] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a food processing machine according to another embodiment of this application. Figure 1 Among them, the outlet of the drain hose is in the first position;

[0035] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a food processing machine according to another embodiment of this application. Figure 2 The outlet of the drain hose is located in the second position.

[0036] Figure 9 This is an exploded view of the slurry discharge valve according to another embodiment of this application;

[0037] Figure 10 yes Figure 9 A schematic diagram of the valve core of the slurry discharge valve blocking the liquid outlet;

[0038] Figure 11 yes Figure 9 Schematic diagram of the working status of the slurry discharge valve Figure 1 The outlet of the drain hose is in the first position;

[0039] Figure 12 yes Figure 9 Schematic diagram of the working status of the slurry discharge valve Figure 2 The outlet of the drain hose is in the second position;

[0040] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a food processing machine according to another embodiment of this application. Figure 1 Among them, the outlet of the drain hose is in the first position;

[0041] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a food processing machine according to another embodiment of this application. Figure 2 The outlet of the drain hose is located in the second position.

[0042] Figure 15 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of a bimetallic strip and a drainage hose according to one embodiment of this application;

[0043] Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a bimetallic strip according to one embodiment of this application;

[0044] Figure 17 yes Figure 16 An enlarged schematic diagram of the structure at point A;

[0045] Figure 18 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a food processing machine according to another embodiment of this application.

[0046] Figure label:

[0047] 10-Pulping chamber, 101-Drain outlet;

[0048] 20-Slurry discharge valve, 21-Drainage hose, 22-Valve body, 23-Valve core, 221-Outlet, 231-Discharge channel, 24-Sealing hose, 222-Baffle, 232-Discharge port one, 233-Discharge port two, 234-Drainage channel, 211-Connector, 25-Valve sleeve, 26-Drive mechanism, 261-Motor, 262-Lead screw, 235-Transmission nut, 236-Detection element, 223-Sensing element, 2231-First sensing element, 2232-Second sensing element, 2233-Third sensing element, 27-Mounting component, 271-Bimetallic strip, 2711-Metal one, 2712-Metal two, 2713-Heating resistor, 212-Sleeve, 213-Slot, 272-Magnetic part, 273-Magnetic adsorption part;

[0049] 30 - First liquid receiving container, 31 - Second liquid receiving container. Detailed Implementation

[0050] To more clearly illustrate the overall concept of this application, a detailed explanation is provided below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0051] Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a thorough understanding of this application. However, this application may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments of this application and the features thereof can be combined with each other.

[0052] Furthermore, it should be understood in the description of this application that the terms "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of the present invention.

[0053] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a communication connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0054] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the "above" or "below" of the second feature can mean that the first and second features are in direct contact, or that the first and second features are in indirect contact through an intermediate medium. In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "an embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described can be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0055] The core of this application is that the drain hose can be deformed, and the outlet orientation can be changed by using the deformation to achieve the switching of the drain position.

[0056] like Figures 1 to 18 As shown, this application provides a food processing machine with convenient drainage, including a pulping chamber 10. The bottom of the pulping chamber 10 is provided with a drainage port 101. A drainage valve 20 is installed at the drainage port 101. The drainage valve 20 is used to open or close the drainage port 101. The drainage valve 20 is provided with a deformable drainage hose 21. The drainage hose 21 has a first position with the outlet facing a first liquid receiving container 30 and a second position with the outlet facing a second liquid receiving container 31. When switching the drainage, the drainage hose 21 deforms so that its outlet orientation switches from the first position to the second position.

[0057] The deformation of the drain hose 21 to switch its outlet orientation from a first position to a second position can be achieved through the action of a related driving structure. It is understood that, under certain operating conditions / means, the deformation of the drain hose 21 can also be achieved through its own action. The deformation of the drain hose 21 can refer to the deformation of a portion of the drain hose 21, including the area where the outlet is located.

[0058] Initially, the outlet of the drain hose 21 is in the first position. When the position needs to be changed, the outlet of the drain hose 21 can be switched to the second position. After completing the relevant draining function, the drain hose 21 can restore its shape and return to the first position. To achieve automatic draining in multiple positions, different receiving containers can be set at different locations, so that the outlet of the drain hose 21 can drain into the corresponding receiving container regardless of whether it is in the first or second position. The first receiving container 30 is, for example, a receiving cup attached to a food processor, or a user's cup or container, or a wastewater tank or container. The drain hose 21 can discharge soy milk, other processed beverages, or cleaning wastewater into the first receiving container 30. The second receiving container 31 is, for example, a wastewater tank or container attached to a food processor, or a user's cup or container. The drain hose 21 can discharge cleaning wastewater, or soy milk, or other processed beverages into the second receiving container 31.

[0059] To facilitate the description of the working state of the drain hose 21, the following description uses the example of drain hose 21 discharging slurry when its outlet is in the first position and discharging wastewater when it is in the second position. During the pulping stage, the drain port 101 is closed, and the material in the pulping chamber 10 is pulped under the action of the crushing device. When slurry discharge is required after pulping, the outlet of the drain hose 21 is in the first position. When the drain port 101 is opened, the slurry can flow out of the drain port 101 and be discharged from the drain hose 21. Further, during the cleaning stage, the drain port 101 is closed, and the cleaning water in the pulping chamber 10 is cleaned under the action of the crushing device. When wastewater discharge is required after cleaning, the outlet of the drain hose 21 switches to the second position. When the drain port 101 is opened, the cleaning wastewater can flow out of the drain port 101 and be discharged from the drain hose 21.

[0060] It should be noted that the actual orientations of the first and second positions described in this application are interchangeable and do not constitute a limitation on this application.

[0061] As a preferred embodiment of this application, such as Figures 1 to 12 As shown, the slurry discharge valve 20 includes a valve body 22 and a valve core 23 disposed on the valve body 22. The valve body 22 is provided with an outlet 221 communicating with the discharge port 101. The valve core 23 is used to open or close the outlet 221. The valve core 23 can move linearly along the valve body 22 to cause the discharge hose 21 to deform so that its outlet orientation changes.

[0062] This application provides a discharge valve 20 structure with a translating valve core 23. Compared to a rotary valve, the discharge valve 20 has a simpler structure, higher valve core 23 movement efficiency, and stronger reliability. In this embodiment, the valve core 23 serves as a driving structure to drive, induce, or trigger the deformation of the discharge hose 21. The movement of the valve core 23 not only opens or closes the outlet 221 but also causes the discharge hose 21 to deform, thus expanding the functionality of the valve core 23.

[0063] In this embodiment, the present application may provide the following two preferred embodiments to realize that the movement of the valve core 23 causes the drainage hose 21 to deform.

[0064] Example 1:

[0065] like Figures 3 to 6 As shown, the drain hose 21 is fixed to the valve body 22 and the two are connected; the valve core 23 moves to extend into the drain hose 21 and squeezes the drain hose 21 to deform so that its outlet orientation changes.

[0066] like Figure 3 As shown, the drain hose 21 is located at the lower end of the valve body 22. Figure 4 As shown, when the valve core 23 is located inside the valve body 22, and when the valve core 23 moves to the point where the outlet 221 connects with the drain hose 21, the drain hose 21 can be used for slurry discharge. At this time, the outlet of the drain hose 21 is in the first position. Figure 6 As shown, when the valve core 23 moves to extend into the drain hose 21 and squeezes the drain hose 21 to deform, the outlet of the drain hose 21 can be switched to the second position.

[0067] Furthermore, when the outlet of the drain hose 21 is in the second position, wastewater can be discharged in the following two ways.

[0068] Example 1:

[0069] A flow gap is provided between the valve core 23 and the drain hose 21, and wastewater can be discharged through the outlet 221 and the flow gap.

[0070] Example 2:

[0071] like Figure 6 As shown, the valve core 23 is in close contact with the inner wall of the drain hose 21, and the valve core 23 is provided with a discharge channel 231. When the outlet 221 is connected to the discharge channel 231, the wastewater can be discharged through the outlet 221 and the discharge channel 231.

[0072] Preferably, the valve core 23 slides close to the inner wall of the drain hose 21, and the valve core 23 is provided with a discharge channel 231. When in the second position, the outlet 221 is connected to the discharge channel 231.

[0073] like Figure 6As shown, when the valve core 23 slides close to the inner wall of the drain hose 21, it not only causes the drain hose 21 to deform and change its outlet orientation, but also produces an additional effect: the valve core 23 can squeeze out dirt from the inner wall of the drain hose 21, thereby achieving self-cleaning of the drain hose 21. Furthermore, when discharging wastewater in the above manner, the wastewater can be discharged through the discharge channel 231 without contacting the drain hose 21, thus preventing bacteria and other contaminants in the wastewater from polluting the drain hose 21.

[0074] More preferably, such as Figure 6 As shown, the lower end of the valve core 23 can be configured in a conical or near-conical shape to reduce the resistance during the movement of the valve core 23. When the valve core 23 moves to its position, its lower end can extend out of the slurry discharge hose 21 or be flush with the outlet end of the slurry discharge hose 21.

[0075] Furthermore, such as Figure 3 As shown, the slurry discharge valve 20 also includes a sealing hose 24 disposed within the valve body 22. The sealing hose 24 is located upstream of the slurry discharge hose 21 and communicates with the slurry discharge hose 21. The valve core 23 is disposed within the sealing hose 24 and moves along the sealing hose 24.

[0076] The sealing hose 24 has a through hole corresponding to the liquid outlet 221. When the valve core 23 moves to block the liquid outlet 221, the sealing hose 24 can serve as a sealing structure to ensure the reliability of closing the liquid outlet 221.

[0077] Furthermore, the slurry discharge hose 21 and the sealing hose 24 can be an integral structure or separate structures; this application does not limit this. For example, both the slurry discharge hose 21 and the sealing hose 24 can be silicone tubes.

[0078] Example 2:

[0079] like Figures 7 to 12 As shown, the valve body 22 is provided with a baffle 222. The drain hose 21 is fixed to one end of the valve core 23 and the two are connected. When the valve core 23 drives the drain hose 21 to the position of the baffle 222, the baffle 222 blocks the movement of the drain hose 21, causing the drain hose 21 to deform and change the orientation of its outlet. In this embodiment, the drain hose 21 can follow the movement of the valve core 23. The valve core 23 is provided with a first outlet 232, a second outlet 233, and a drain channel 234.

[0080] like Figure 11 As shown, when the outlet of the drainage hose 21 is in the first position, and when the outlet 221, the discharge outlet 232, the drainage channel 234, and the drainage hose 21 are connected, the drainage hose 21 can discharge slurry. Figure 12As shown, when the valve core 23 drives the drain hose 21 to move toward the baffle 222, when the drain hose 21 abuts against the baffle 222, the baffle 222 can cause the drain hose 21 to deform, so that the outlet of the drain hose 21 switches to the second position. In the second position, when the outlet 221, the second outlet 233, the drain channel 234 and the drain hose 21 are connected, the drain hose 21 can discharge wastewater.

[0081] Preferably, the drain hose 21 is provided with a connector 211, which can be connected to the valve core 23, for example, by a threaded connection.

[0082] Furthermore, such as Figure 9 As shown, the slurry discharge valve 20 also includes a valve sleeve 25 disposed within the valve body 22, and the valve core 23 is disposed within the valve sleeve 25 and moves along the valve sleeve 25. The valve sleeve 25 has a through hole corresponding to the liquid outlet 221. When the valve core 23 moves to block the liquid outlet 221, the valve sleeve 25 can act as a sealing structure to ensure the reliability of closing the liquid outlet 221.

[0083] Based on the above embodiments one and two, the food processing machine further has the following structure.

[0084] The food processing machine also includes a drive mechanism 26 for driving the valve core 23 to move. Further, the drive mechanism 26 includes a motor 261 and a lead screw 262 driven by the motor. The valve core 23 is provided with a transmission nut 235, and the lead screw 262 cooperates with the transmission nut 235 to drive the valve core 23 to perform linear motion.

[0085] like Figure 3 or Figure 9 As shown, the lead screw 262 can pass through the transmission nut 235 and be fixed inside the valve body 22. The motor 261 drives the lead screw 262 to rotate, and the lead screw 262 cooperates with the transmission nut 235 to convert the rotational motion into the linear motion of the valve core 23.

[0086] In other embodiments, the drive mechanism 26 may have other structural components. For example, the drive mechanism includes a motor and a drive gear driven by the motor, and the valve core is provided with a driven rack. The drive gear and the driven rack cooperate to drive the valve core to perform linear motion. Alternatively, the drive mechanism 26 may be a combination of a motor and a pulley. Any solution that can convert the rotation of the motor into the linear motion of the valve core is applicable to the solution of this application. Furthermore, in addition to using a motor drive, this application can also use, for example, a cylinder drive or a magnetic attraction method.

[0087] Furthermore, the valve core 23 is provided with a detection element 236, and the valve body 22 is provided with a sensing element 223 that cooperates with the detection element 236 to detect the position of the valve core 23.

[0088] like Figure 4 and Figure 6 As shown, when the outlet of the drain hose 21 is in the first position, the position of the valve core 23 can be referred to as the slurry discharge position; when the outlet of the drain hose 21 is in the second position, the position of the valve core 23 can be referred to as the waste discharge position. The detection element 236, in conjunction with the sensing element 223, can detect the slurry discharge position and / or waste discharge position of the valve core 23. Thus, not only can the deformation of the drain hose 21 be used to determine its position change, but the position of the valve core 23 can also be used to determine whether the slurry discharge position or the waste discharge position has been reached.

[0089] Preferably, the detection element 236 is a magnet, and the sensing element 223 is a reed switch or a Hall element. In other embodiments, the detection element 236 can also be a trigger element, and correspondingly, the sensing element 223 can be a safety switch triggered by the trigger element.

[0090] Preferably, the sensing element 223 includes a first sensing element 2231 and a second sensing element 2232, which are arranged at intervals so that when the valve core 23 moves to the slurry discharge position, the first sensing element 2231 senses the magnet, and when the valve core 23 moves to the waste discharge position, the second sensing element 2232 senses the magnet.

[0091] like Figure 3 As shown, when the first sensing element 2231 senses the magnet, it indicates that the valve core 23 has moved to the slurry discharge position; when the second sensing element 2232 senses the magnet, it indicates that the valve core 23 has moved to the waste discharge position. Therefore, the user can determine the position of the valve core 23 before performing slurry discharge or waste discharge operations, thus preventing slurry or wastewater from flowing outside the receiving container.

[0092] Furthermore, the sensing element 223 may also include a third sensing element 2233. When the third sensing element 2233 senses the magnet, it can indicate that the valve core 23 has moved to the closed position, that is, the position where the valve core 23 blocks the liquid outlet 221. At this time, pulping or cleaning procedures can be carried out in the pulping chamber 10.

[0093] It should be noted that in the embodiment where the movement of the valve core 23 causes the deformation of the drain hose 21, the valve core 23 is not limited to moving up and down along the valve body 22. The valve core 23 can also move left and right along the valve body 22, or it can move linearly in any direction, adjusted according to the arrangement of the drain valve 20 relative to the food processing machine. For example... Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 7 or Figure 8 As shown, in the scheme where the discharge valve 20 is installed on the side wall of the pulping chamber 10, the valve core 23 can move up and down along the valve body 22.

[0094] In a preferred embodiment of this application, the food processing machine further includes a drive device to drive the drain hose 21 to deform so that its outlet orientation changes.

[0095] Compared to the above embodiment that uses valve core 23 as the drive structure, this embodiment has an independent drive device, which can realize independent control of the drain hose 21.

[0096] Preferably, the driving device includes any one of an electric push rod, a spring telescopic structure, a pneumatic telescopic structure, or a hydraulic telescopic structure. For example, in an embodiment where the driving device includes a spring telescopic structure, the spring telescopic structure is located on one side of the drain hose 21. When the outlet of the drain hose 21 is in the first position, the spring telescopic structure is in a compressed state. When it is necessary to switch positions, the spring telescopic structure can release its stored energy, extend, and push the outlet end of the drain hose 21 toward the second position. After the drainage is completed, the spring telescopic structure releases its effect on the drain hose 21, and the outlet of the drain hose 21 can return to the first position.

[0097] As a preferred embodiment of this application, such as Figures 13 to 18 As shown, the drain hose 21 is provided with an installation member 27 that is integrally installed therewith. At least a portion of the installation member 27 is arranged along the side wall of the outlet end of the drain hose 21. The installation member 27 can trigger the drain hose 21 to deform so that its outlet orientation changes.

[0098] In this embodiment, the mounting member 27 serves as a driving structure for driving or triggering the deformation of the drain hose 21. The mounting member 27 and the drain hose 21 can be an integral part or separate parts. Since the mounting member 27 is provided on the drain hose 21, it can drive the drain hose 21 to deform more quickly.

[0099] In this embodiment, the present application may provide the following two preferred embodiments to achieve the deformation of the drain hose 21 triggered by the mounting component 27.

[0100] Example 3:

[0101] The mounting component 27 is provided with a bimetallic strip 271, which deforms when heated to trigger the deformation of the drain hose 21 so that its outlet orientation changes.

[0102] like Figure 13 and Figure 14 As shown, the bimetallic strip 271 can extend along the drain hose 21 to the outlet end of the drain hose 21. When the bimetallic strip 271 is deformed by heat, it can cause the drain hose 21 to deform together. Figure 16As shown, the bimetallic strip 271 is provided with metal one 2711 and metal two 2712. The coefficients of thermal expansion of metal one 2711 and metal two 2712 are quite different. When the bimetallic strip 271 is heated, the bimetallic strip 271 can deform in the direction of metal one 2711, thereby driving the outlet end of the drain hose 21 to the second position.

[0103] Preferably, such as Figure 16 and Figure 17 As shown, the bimetallic strip 271 is composed of a first metal 2711 and a second metal 2712. The substrate of the first metal 2711 is printed with an insulating medium, a heating resistor 2713, a conductor, and an insulating protective layer. After high-temperature sintering, a heating device is formed. When the positive and negative electrodes are energized, the heating resistor 2713 heats the bimetallic strip 271, and after a preset time, the bimetallic strip 271 deforms.

[0104] In some embodiments, such as Figure 15 As shown, the drain hose 21 is provided with a sleeve 212, and the sleeve 212 has a slot 213 extending along the drain hose 21, through which the bimetallic strip 271 can be removed and placed. Preferably, the slot 213 has a structure with one end open and the other end closed, so that when the bimetallic strip 271 is heated, the sleeve 212 can play a role in heat insulation, which can promote the rapid deformation of the bimetallic strip 271, thereby accelerating the switching of the outlet of the drain hose 21 to the second position.

[0105] In other embodiments, the bimetallic strip 271 and the drain hose 21 can be integrally formed by processes such as injection molding to simplify assembly.

[0106] Example 4:

[0107] The mounting component 27 is provided with a magnetic part 272, and the food processing machine is provided with a magnetic adsorption part 273. The magnetic adsorption part 273 attracts the magnetic part 272 to trigger the deformation of the drain hose 21 so that its outlet orientation changes.

[0108] like Figure 18 As shown, the magnetic part 272 is positioned near the outlet of the drain hose 21 so that, when attracted by the magnetic adsorption part 273, it can switch the outlet of the drain hose 21 to a second position. Specifically, when the magnetic adsorption part 273 is not energized, the outlet of the drain hose 21 is in the first position, i.e., the outlet faces the first liquid receiving container 30. When the magnetic adsorption part 273 is energized, it generates an electromagnetic field, which attracts the magnetic part 272, thereby causing the drain hose 21 to deform and switch its outlet to the second position, i.e., the outlet faces the second liquid receiving container 31. After the power is turned off, the drain hose 21 can recover its deformation under its own elasticity, so that the outlet of the drain hose 21 returns to the first position.

[0109] For any parts not mentioned in this application, existing technologies may be used or referenced.

[0110] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner. The same or similar parts between the various embodiments can be referred to each other. Each embodiment focuses on describing the differences from other embodiments.

[0111] The above description is merely an embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit the scope of this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the scope of the claims of this application.

Claims

1. A food processing machine with convenient drainage, comprising a pulping chamber, wherein a drainage port is provided at the bottom of the pulping chamber, and a drainage valve is installed at the drainage port, the drainage valve being used to open or close the drainage port, characterized in that, The slurry discharge valve is equipped with a deformable discharge hose, which has a first position with its outlet facing a first receiving container and a second position with its outlet facing a second receiving container. When the discharge is switched, the discharge hose deforms so that its outlet orientation switches from the first position to the second position. The slurry discharge valve includes a valve body and a valve core disposed on the valve body. The valve body is provided with an outlet communicating with the discharge port, and the valve core is used to open or close the outlet. The valve core is capable of linear translation along the valve body to cause the drainage hose to deform so that its outlet orientation changes.

2. The food processing machine with convenient drainage according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drain hose is fixed to the valve body and the two are connected. The valve core moves to extend into the drain hose and squeezes the drain hose to deform it so that its outlet orientation changes.

3. The food processing machine with convenient drainage according to claim 2, characterized in that, The valve core slides close to the inner wall of the drain hose, and the valve core is provided with a discharge channel. In the second position, the outlet is connected to the discharge channel.

4. The food processing machine with convenient drainage according to claim 1, characterized in that, The valve body is provided with a baffle rib. The drain hose is fixed to one end of the valve core and the two are connected. When the valve core drives the drain hose to the position of the baffle rib, the baffle rib blocks the movement of the drain hose to cause the drain hose to deform so that its outlet orientation changes.

5. A food processing machine with convenient drainage, comprising a pulping chamber, wherein a drain port is provided at the bottom of the pulping chamber, and a drain valve is installed at the drain port, the drain valve being used to open or close the drain port, characterized in that, The slurry discharge valve is equipped with a deformable discharge hose, which has a first position with its outlet facing a first receiving container and a second position with its outlet facing a second receiving container. When the discharge is switched, the discharge hose deforms so that its outlet orientation switches from the first position to the second position. The drain hose is provided with an integral mounting member, at least a portion of which is arranged along the sidewall of the outlet end of the drain hose. The mounting member is capable of triggering deformation of the drain hose to change the outlet orientation. The mounting component is provided with a bimetallic strip, which deforms when heated to trigger the deformation of the drain hose to change the orientation of its outlet. Alternatively, the mounting component may be provided with a magnetic part, and the food processing machine may be provided with a magnetic adsorption part, which attracts the magnetic part to trigger the deformation of the drain hose so that its outlet orientation changes.

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