Ice planer with ice squeezing function

Abstract

The present application relates to the technical field of ice shaver, and particularly relates to an ice shaver with ice extruding function, which comprises a shell, an ice shaver device, a first transmission device and a driving device are arranged in the shell, two ends of the first transmission device are connected to the ice shaver device and the driving device respectively, when the driving device drives the first transmission device to drive the ice shaver device to act, the ice shaver device is used for planing ice blocks into snowflake-shaped crushed ice; the shell is also provided with an ice extruding device and a second transmission device, two ends of the second transmission device are connected to the ice extruding device and the driving device respectively, when the driving device drives the second transmission device to drive the ice extruding device to act, the ice extruding device is used for extruding the snowflake-shaped crushed ice into a shape; when the driving device drives the first transmission device to drive the ice shaver device to act, the second transmission device and the ice extruding device are in a non-acting state; when the driving device drives the second transmission device to drive the ice extruding device to act, the first transmission device and the ice shaver device are in a non-acting state. The ice making process is more simplified, and the ice making efficiency is higher.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of ice shaver technology, and specifically to an ice shaver with an ice-squeezing function. Background Technology

[0002] Ice shavers are devices used to shave ice blocks into snowflake-like shaved ice, which are used to make shaved ice foods with various textures and flavors. They are widely used in the catering industry, hot and cold beverage shops, restaurants, coffee shops, snack shops, and hotels.

[0003] Currently, ice shavers on the market have limited functionality, only capable of shaving ice blocks into snowflake-shaped ice chips. For example, Chinese invention patent CN214792043U discloses an ice shaver including a casing, a hopper, a drive unit for rotating the ice chips inside the hopper, and a protective cover above the hopper to prevent ice chips from being thrown out. The casing has a discharge section on its side, with a downward-facing discharge port connected to the bottom. The discharge section also has an adjustment device for adjusting the position of the shaver blades. This prior art allows for adjusting the position of the shaver blades to control the size of the ice chips discharged. However, this prior art has structural defects; it can only shave ice blocks into snowflake-shaped ice chips. When secondary ice-making processing is needed, the shaved snowflake-shaped ice chips must be transferred to a corresponding extrusion device for extrusion molding, increasing the cost of the extrusion equipment and making the process cumbersome. Furthermore, during the transfer process, the ice-making efficiency is affected by external temperature, pollution, and other factors.

[0004] Therefore, there is still room for improvement in existing technologies. Summary of the Invention

[0005] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides an ice shaver with an ice extrusion function. By integrating the ice shaver and ice extrusion devices into a single structure, the ice shaver can shave ice blocks into snowflake-shaped ice chips using the ice shaver and extrude the snowflake-shaped ice chips into a shaped form using the ice extrusion device, thus achieving the ice shaver and ice-making function. The ice-making process is simplified and the ice-making efficiency is higher. It should be noted that the ice shaver and ice extrusion devices are driven by the same drive unit, which saves on the cost of the power system.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution applied in this invention is as follows:

[0007] An ice shaving machine with an ice-extrusion function includes a housing. Inside the housing are an ice-shaving device, a first transmission device, and a drive device. The two ends of the first transmission device are connected to the ice-shaving device and the drive device, respectively. When the drive device drives the first transmission device to move the ice-shaving device, it shaves ice blocks into snowflake-shaped ice chips. The housing also includes an ice-extrusion device and a second transmission device. The two ends of the second transmission device are connected to the ice-extrusion device and the drive device, respectively. When the drive device drives the second transmission device to move the ice-extrusion device, it extrudes the snowflake-shaped ice chips into shape. When the drive device drives the first transmission device to move the ice-shaving device, the second transmission device and the ice-extrusion device are inactive. When the drive device drives the second transmission device to move the ice-extrusion device, the first transmission device and the ice-shaving device are inactive. This invention integrates the ice-shaving device and the ice-extrusion device into a single structure. The ice-shaving device can shave ice blocks into snowflake-shaped crushed ice, and the ice-extrusion device can compress the snowflake-shaped crushed ice into shape, thus realizing the ice-shaving and ice-making function. The ice-making process is simplified and the ice-making efficiency is higher. It should be noted that the ice-shaving device and the ice-extrusion device are driven by the same drive device, which saves the cost of the power system.

[0008] According to the above scheme, the ice shaving device includes an ice shaving roller and a rotating shaft. The ice shaving roller is fixed on the rotating shaft. The ice shaving roller is provided with ice shaving blades and an ice storage tank. The ice shaving blades and the ice storage tank are correspondingly arranged. The ice storage tank has openings at both ends. The ice extrusion device includes an ice baffle, an ice pusher, and a third transmission device. The first end of the third transmission device is connected to the ice pusher, and the second end of the third transmission device is connected to the second transmission device. The ice baffle is sleeved on the first end of the rotating shaft. The ice baffle can move left and right along the rotating shaft to open or block the opening at the first end of the ice storage tank. The ice pusher is sleeved on the second end of the rotating shaft. The ice pusher is provided with a push rod. The push rod is correspondingly arranged with the opening at the second end of the ice storage tank. The ice pusher can move left and right along the rotating shaft to extend into or out of the ice storage tank. In the initial state, the push rod on the ice pusher is located at the opening at the second end of the ice storage tank to seal the opening. The ice baffle is located at the opening at the first end of the ice storage tank to seal the opening. When the ice shaving device is activated (the second transmission device and the ice squeezing device are not activated), the ice shaving blades shave the ice into snowflake-like ice fragments, which are then stored in the ice storage tank. When the ice squeezing device is activated (the first transmission device and the ice shaving device are not activated), the drive device drives the second transmission device to activate. The second transmission device drives the third transmission device to move, and the third transmission device then drives the ice pusher to move towards the ice storage tank on the rotating shaft. The push rod on the ice pusher extends into the ice storage tank and works with the ice baffle to compress the snowflake-shaped ice fragments in the ice storage tank into ice columns (that is, the push rod and the ice baffle work together to form a clamp-like structure to clamp or compress the snowflake-shaped ice fragments in the ice storage tank into ice columns). The push rod continues to extend in, pushing the ice columns to push away the ice baffle until the ice columns are detached from the ice storage tank. After completion, the ice pusher and the ice baffle return to their initial state.

[0009] In practical applications, the ice shaving roller is equipped with multiple ice shaving blades and ice storage tanks, and the ice pusher is equipped with multiple push rods. Each push rod corresponds to a different ice storage tank, resulting in higher ice shaving and ice making efficiency.

[0010] According to the above scheme, the third transmission device includes a bracket, a drive wheel, a bevel gear, and a bevel gear shaft. The bracket is fixed inside the housing, and the bevel gear shaft is rotatably mounted on the bracket. The first end of the bevel gear shaft is fixedly connected to the bevel gear, and the second end of the bevel gear shaft is fixedly connected to the second transmission device. The bevel gear meshes with the drive wheel, and the drive wheel is rotatably mounted on the bracket. The outer edge of the drive wheel is provided with a locking pin, and the ice pusher is provided with a strip groove. The lower end of the locking pin extends into the strip groove, and the locking pin is slidably or rollingly connected to the strip groove. When the ice-squeezing device is activated (the first transmission device and the ice-shaving device are inactive), the drive device drives the second transmission device to activate. The second transmission device drives the bevel gear shaft to rotate, which in turn drives the bevel gear and the drive wheel to rotate synchronously. During the rotation of the drive wheel, the locking pin drives the ice pusher to move towards the ice storage tank on the shaft (initially, the locking pin is located on the first side of the strip groove). The push rod on the ice pusher extends into the ice storage tank, and in conjunction with the ice baffle, it compresses the snowflake-shaped ice fragments in the ice storage tank into shape (i.e., the push rod and the ice baffle cooperate to form a clamp-like structure). The ice column is clamped or squeezed into ice pillars in the ice storage tank. The drive wheel continues to rotate, and the push rod continues to extend, pushing the ice pillar to push away the ice baffle until the ice pillar is detached from the ice storage tank. At this time, the drive wheel rotates 180 degrees (at this time, the clamp is located on the second side of the strip groove). The drive wheel continues to rotate, and the clamp drives the ice pusher and push rod to move towards the opening at the second end of the ice storage tank until it returns to the initial position, that is, the push rod is located at the opening at the second end of the ice storage tank. At this time, the drive wheel rotates 360 degrees (at this time, the clamp is located on the first side of the strip groove again), clearing the internal space of the ice storage tank again.

[0011] According to the above scheme, the third transmission device includes a bracket, a worm gear, and a worm. The bracket is fixed inside the housing, and the worm is rotatably mounted on the bracket. The first end of the worm is meshed with the worm gear, and the second end of the worm is fixedly connected to the second transmission device. The worm gear is rotatably mounted on the bracket, and a locking pin is provided on the outer edge of the worm gear. The ice pusher is provided with a strip groove, and the lower end of the locking pin extends into the strip groove. The locking pin and the strip groove are slidably or rollingly connected. When the ice squeezing device is activated (the first transmission device and the ice shaving device are in a non-activated state), the drive device drives the second transmission device to activate. The second transmission device drives the worm to rotate, and the worm then drives the worm gear to rotate. During the rotation of the worm gear, the locking pin drives the ice pusher to move towards the ice storage tank on the rotating shaft (initially, the locking pin is located on the first side of the strip groove). The push rod on the ice pusher extends into the ice storage tank, and in conjunction with the ice baffle, it extrudes the snowflake-shaped crushed ice in the ice storage tank into shape (i.e., the push rod and the ice baffle cooperate to form a clamp-like structure, which compresses the ice into shape). The snowflake-shaped ice fragments in the ice tank are clamped or compressed into ice pillars. The worm gear continues to rotate, and the push rod continues to extend, pushing the ice pillars to push aside the ice baffle until the ice pillars are released from the ice storage tank. At this time, the worm gear rotates 180 degrees (at this time, the clamping post is located on the second side of the strip groove). The worm gear continues to rotate, and the ice pusher drives the push rod to move towards the opening at the second end of the ice storage tank until it returns to the initial position, that is, the push rod is located at the opening at the second end of the ice storage tank. At this time, the worm gear rotates 360 degrees (at this time, the clamping post is located on the first side of the strip groove again), clearing the internal space of the ice storage tank again.

[0012] According to the above scheme, the ice shaving device also includes an ice shaving machine mounting base, which is fixed on the housing. The ice shaving roller is rotatably disposed in the ice shaving machine mounting base, and a tensioner and a damping device are fixed between the first end of the ice shaving machine mounting base and the ice baffle plate.

[0013] According to the above scheme, the damping device includes a rack fixed to the ice baffle and a damper fixed to the ice shaving machine mounting base. The damper is equipped with a gear seven, which meshes with the rack. The tensioner provides a pulling force to the ice baffle, ensuring it remains in contact with the first opening of the ice storage tank, thus sealing the opening. When the push rod extends into the ice storage tank, it compresses the snowflake-shaped ice into shape. As the push rod continues to extend into the ice storage tank, it overcomes the pulling force of the tensioner and the resistance of the damping device, pushing the formed ice column away from the ice baffle. The ice column detaches from the ice storage tank. During the rapid reset process, the ice baffle, under the action of the tensioner, overcomes the resistance of the damping device and gradually resets.

[0014] It should be noted that during the process of the push rod pushing the ice column out of the ice storage tank, the push rod, the ice column, and the ice baffle plate are always in close contact. During the rapid reset process of the push rod, the reset speed of the ice baffle plate under the action of the damper is less than the reset speed of the push rod. Therefore, the ice column is naturally discharged under the action of gravity.

[0015] According to the above scheme, a guide structure one is provided between the first end of the ice shaver mounting base and the ice baffle plate, and a guide structure two is provided between the second end of the ice shaver mounting base and the ice pusher. This invention, by providing guide structure one between the ice shaver mounting base and the ice baffle plate, can guide the ice baffle plate when it moves left and right along the rotation axis; similarly, by providing guide structure two between the ice shaver mounting base and the ice pusher, it can guide the ice pusher when it moves left and right along the rotation axis.

[0016] According to the above scheme, the first guide structure includes a first hole at the first end of the ice shaver mounting base and a guide rod on the ice baffle plate, with the guide rod extending into the first hole; the second guide structure includes a second hole at the second end of the ice shaver mounting base and a guide rod, with the first end of the guide rod in the second hole and the second end passing through the ice pusher.

[0017] According to the above scheme, a third hole is connected to the first hole, and a push rod and a spring are installed in the third hole. The first end of the spring is fixed to the push rod, and the second end of the spring is fixed to the inner wall of the third hole. A guide rod is provided with a slot, and the push rod is engaged with the slot. Both the top end of the push rod and the inner wall of the slot are beveled. With this configuration, the push rod has a floating function under the action of the spring. When the guide rod is inserted into the first hole, the push rod and the slot engage to lock the guide rod. It should be noted that the top end of the push rod and the inner wall of the slot are beveled, which facilitates the insertion and extension of the guide rod into or out of the first hole.

[0018] According to the above scheme, the driving device includes a motor, a reduction gearbox, and a gearbox. The first transmission device and the second transmission device are arranged side by side in the gearbox. The output end of the motor is connected to the reduction gearbox, and the output end of the reduction gearbox is connected to a ratchet shaft, which is located inside the gearbox. The first end of the ratchet shaft is connected to the first end of the first transmission device, and the second end of the first transmission device is fixedly connected to the rotating shaft of the ice shaving device. The second end of the ratchet shaft passes through the first end of the second transmission device and is connected to the output end of the reduction gearbox. The first end of the second transmission device is connected to the ratchet shaft, and the second end of the second transmission device is fixedly connected to the bevel gear rotating shaft of the ice squeezing device.

[0019] According to the above scheme, the second transmission device includes a ratchet 1, a gear 4, a gear 3, a gear 2, and a gear 1 that are sequentially meshed from bottom to top. Gear 1 is fixedly connected to the ice extrusion device. Ratchet 1 is connected to the second end of the ratchet shaft. A locking tooth 1 is provided on the inner wall of ratchet 1. A ratchet support 1 is fixed to the second end of the ratchet shaft. A ratchet tooth 1 is movably mounted on the ratchet support 1. A spring 1 is provided between ratchet tooth 1 and ratchet support 1. Ratchet tooth 1 and locking tooth 1 are correspondingly arranged. When the motor drives the ratchet shaft to rotate clockwise, locking tooth 1 and ratchet tooth 1 are slidably arranged. When the motor drives the ratchet shaft to rotate counterclockwise, locking tooth 1 and ratchet tooth 1 are engaged, used to drive ratchet 1 to rotate counterclockwise. Among them, ratchet tooth 1 has a floating effect under the action of spring 1.

[0020] According to the above scheme, the first transmission device includes a ratchet 2, a gear 6, and a gear 5 that are sequentially meshed from bottom to top. Gear 5 is fixedly connected to the shaved ice device. The ratchet 2 is connected to the first end of the ratchet shaft. A locking tooth 2 is provided on the inner wall of the ratchet 2. A ratchet support 2 is fixed to the first end of the ratchet shaft. A ratchet tooth 2 is movably mounted on the ratchet support 2. A spring 2 is provided between the ratchet tooth 2 and the ratchet support 2. The ratchet tooth 2 and the locking tooth 2 are correspondingly arranged. When the motor drives the ratchet shaft to rotate clockwise, the locking tooth 2 and the ratchet tooth 2 are engaged, which is used to drive the ratchet 2 to rotate clockwise. When the motor drives the ratchet shaft to rotate counterclockwise, the locking tooth 2 and the ratchet tooth 2 are slidably arranged. Among them, the ratchet tooth 2 has a floating effect under the action of the spring 2.

[0021] According to the above scheme, the gearbox also includes a first transmission shaft and a second transmission shaft. The two ends of the first transmission shaft are connected to the sixth gear of the first transmission device and the fourth gear of the second transmission device respectively via bearings four. The two ends of the second transmission shaft are connected to the second gear of the second transmission device and the gearbox cover of the gearbox respectively via bearings three. This arrangement makes the distance between the first and second transmission devices more stable, preventing them from touching or interfering with each other and affecting the transmission effect.

[0022] According to the above scheme, the ice pusher is equipped with a sensor assembly, which includes a second bracket and a sensor. The second bracket is fixed to the housing, and the sensor is fixed to the second bracket, located on one side of the drive wheel. In the initial state, the ice pusher corresponds to the sensor. After the drive wheel rotates 360 degrees, one ice squeezing action is completed. When the ice pusher re-corresponds to the sensor, feedback is sent to the control system of the ice shaving machine. The control system controls the drive device to drive the ice shaving device (the second transmission device and the ice squeezing device are in a non-operating state), and the cycle of operation realizes the cyclical switching between ice shaving and ice squeezing.

[0023] According to the above scheme, the ice shaver mounting base includes an upper cover and a lower cover, which are fixedly connected. A through hole for accommodating the ice shaver roller, a first hole for accommodating a guide rod, and a second hole for accommodating a top rod are formed between the upper and lower covers. A third hole is located on the lower cover, and its opening communicates with the first hole. The separate structure of the upper and lower covers makes it easier to assemble the ice shaver roller, top rod, damper, and other components.

[0024] According to the above scheme, the upper cover of the ice shaver is provided with a feeding port, and the lower cover of the ice shaver is provided with a feeding trough that communicates with the feeding port. The feeding trough is connected to a perforation, and a funnel is provided below the lower cover of the ice shaver. Ice blocks enter from the feeding port, fall into the perforation after passing through the feeding trough, and cooperate with the ice shaver roller located in the perforation to achieve ice shaving.

[0025] According to the above scheme, the first end of the bracket is fixed to the outer shell of the housing, the second end of the bracket is fixed to the outer cover of the housing, and a stop is fixed to the first end of the bracket. The stop is fixedly connected to a fixed shaft, and the drive wheel is movably sleeved on the fixed shaft. In assembling the drive wheel, the small end of the fixed shaft passes through the drive wheel and the bracket and is then fixedly connected to the stop by screws. After assembly, the drive wheel is rotatably located between the large end of the fixed shaft and the bracket. More specifically, the diameter of the fixed shaft is smaller than the inner diameter of the drive wheel. In practical applications, a bearing is provided on the housing for rotatable connection with the shaft.

[0026] Beneficial effects of this invention:

[0027] This invention integrates the ice-shaving device and the ice-extrusion device into a single structure. The ice-shaving device can shave ice blocks into snowflake-shaped crushed ice, and the ice-extrusion device can compress the snowflake-shaped crushed ice into shape, thus realizing the ice-shaving and ice-making function. The ice-making process is simplified and the ice-making efficiency is higher. It should be noted that the ice-shaving device and the ice-extrusion device are driven by the same drive device, which saves the cost of the power system. Attached Figure Description

[0028] Figure 1 This is an overall structural assembly drawing of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the overall structure of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the overall structure of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 Enlarged view of position A in the middle;

[0032] Figure 5 yes Figure 3 Enlarged view of position B in the middle;

[0033] Figure 6 yes Figure 3 Enlarged view of position C in the middle;

[0034] Figure 7 This is an assembly diagram of the ice-shaving roller and the rotating shaft of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 8 This is a structural diagram of the ice baffle of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 9 This is a structural diagram of the ratchet of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 10 This is a structural diagram of the upper cover of the ice shaver of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 11 This is a structural diagram of the lower cover of the ice shaver of the present invention.

[0039] In the diagram: 1. Outer shell; 2. Bearing 1; 3. Ice baffle; 301. Guide rod 1; 302. Slot; 4. Bearing 4; 5. Tensioner; 6. Ice shaver top cover; 61. Feed inlet; 7. Ice shaver roller; 71. Shaver shaft; 73. Ice shaver blade; 74. Ice storage tank; 8. Ice shaver bottom cover; 81. Feed chute; 82. First hole; 83. Second hole; 9. Motor; 10. Rack; 11. Damper; 111. Gear 7; 12. Push rod; 121. Inclined surface; 13. Funnel; 14. Ice pusher; 141. Push rod; 15. Stop block; 16. Bracket 1; 17. Drive wheel; 171. Slot; 18. Fixed shaft; 19. Bevel gear; 20. Bevel gear rotor 21. Shaft; 22. Guide rod 2; 23. Gearbox seat; 24. Bearing 3; 25. Gear 1; 26. Gear 3; 27. Bearing 4; 28. Gear 4; 29. ​​Ratchet 1; 29. ​​Gear 1; 30. Ratchet bracket; 31. Ratchet 1; 32. Ratchet shaft; 33. Drive shaft 1; 34. Drive shaft 2; 35. Gear 5; 36. Gearbox cover; 37. Outer cover; 38. Gearbox; 39. Ratchet 2; 40. Ratchet bracket 2; 41. Ratchet 2; 42. Gear 6; 43. Gearbox; 44. Slot; 46. Bearing 5; 47. Slot 1; 48. Slot 2; 19. Third hole; 50. Bracket 2; 51. Sensor. Detailed Implementation

[0040] The technical solution of the present invention will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0041] Example 1:

[0042] like Figures 1 to 11As shown, the present invention discloses an ice shaver with an ice-extrusion function, comprising a housing. The housing contains an ice-shaving device, a first transmission device, and a drive device. The two ends of the first transmission device are respectively connected to the ice-shaving device and the drive device. When the drive device drives the first transmission device to move the ice-shaving device, it shaves ice blocks into snowflake-shaped ice fragments. The housing also contains an ice-extrusion device and a second transmission device. The two ends of the second transmission device are respectively connected to the ice-extrusion device and the drive device. When the drive device drives the second transmission device to move the ice-extrusion device, it extrudes the snowflake-shaped ice fragments into shape. When the drive device drives the first transmission device to move the ice-shaving device, the second transmission device and the ice-extrusion device are inactive. When the drive device drives the second transmission device to move the ice-extrusion device, the first transmission device and the ice-shaving device are inactive. This invention, by integrating the ice-shaving device and the ice-extrusion device into a single structure, enables the ice-shaving device to shave ice blocks into snowflake-shaped ice fragments and the ice-extrusion device to extrude the snowflake-shaped ice fragments into shape, thus achieving the ice-shaving and ice-making function. The ice-making process is simplified, and the ice-making efficiency is higher.

[0043] It should be noted that the ice shaving device and the ice extrusion device are driven by the same drive unit, which saves on the cost of the power system.

[0044] In this embodiment, the ice-shaving device includes an ice-shaving roller 7 and a rotating shaft 71. The ice-shaving roller 7 is fixed on the rotating shaft 71. The ice-shaving roller 7 is provided with ice-shaving blades 73 and an ice storage tank 74. The ice-shaving blades 73 and the ice storage tank 74 are correspondingly arranged, and the ice storage tank 74 has openings at both ends. The ice-squeezing device includes an ice baffle plate 3, an ice pusher 14, and a third transmission device. The first end of the third transmission device is connected to the ice pusher 14, and the second end of the third transmission device is connected to the second transmission device. The ice baffle plate 3 is sleeved on the first end of the rotating shaft 71. The ice baffle plate 3 can move left and right along the rotating shaft 71 to open or block the opening at the first end of the ice storage tank 74. The ice pusher 14 is sleeved on the second end of the rotating shaft 71. The ice pusher 14 is provided with a push rod 141. The push rod 141 is correspondingly arranged with the opening at the second end of the ice storage tank 74. The ice pusher 14 can move left and right along the rotating shaft 71 to extend into or out of the ice storage tank 74. In the initial state, the push rod 141 on the ice pusher 14 is located at the opening of the second end of the ice storage tank 74, used to seal the opening of the second end of the ice storage tank 74. The ice baffle 3 is located at the opening of the first end of the ice storage tank 74, used to seal the opening of the first end of the ice storage tank 74. When the ice shaving device is activated (the second transmission device and the ice squeezing device are not activated), the ice shaving blade 73 shaves the ice into snowflake-shaped ice chips and stores them in the ice storage tank 74. When the ice squeezing device is activated (the first transmission device and the ice shaving device are not activated), the drive device drives the second transmission device to activate. The third transmission device is activated, which in turn drives the ice pusher 14 to move towards the ice storage tank 74 on the rotating shaft 71. The push rod 141 on the ice pusher 14 extends into the ice storage tank 74 and works in conjunction with the ice baffle 3 to compress the snowflake-shaped ice fragments in the ice storage tank 74 into ice pillars (i.e., the push rod 141 and the ice baffle 3 work together to form a clamp-like structure to clamp or compress the snowflake-shaped ice fragments in the ice storage tank 74 into ice pillars). The push rod 141 continues to extend in, pushing the ice pillars to push away the ice baffle 3 until the ice pillars are removed from the ice storage tank 74. After completion, the ice pusher 14 and the ice baffle 3 return to their initial state.

[0045] In practical applications, the ice shaving roller is equipped with multiple ice shaving blades and ice storage tanks, and the ice pusher is equipped with multiple push rods. Each push rod corresponds to a different ice storage tank, resulting in higher ice shaving and ice making efficiency.

[0046] In this embodiment, the third transmission device includes a bracket 16, a drive wheel 17, a bevel gear 19, and a bevel gear shaft 20. The bracket 16 is fixed to the housing, and the bevel gear shaft 20 is rotatably mounted on the bracket 16. The first end of the bevel gear shaft 20 is fixedly connected to the bevel gear 19, and the second end of the bevel gear shaft 20 is fixedly connected to the second transmission device. The bevel gear 19 is meshed with the drive wheel 17, and the drive wheel 17 is rotatably mounted on the bracket 16. The outer edge of the drive wheel 17 is provided with a locking post 171, and the ice pusher 14 is provided with a strip groove 44. The lower end of the locking post 171 extends into the strip groove 44, and the locking post 171 and the strip groove 44 are slidably or rollingly connected. When the ice squeezing device is activated (the first transmission device and the ice shaving device are inactive), the drive device drives the second transmission device to activate. The second transmission device drives the bevel gear shaft 20 to rotate, and the bevel gear shaft 20 then drives the bevel gear 19 and the drive wheel 17 to rotate synchronously. During the rotation of the drive wheel 17, the locking pin 171 drives the ice pusher 14 to move towards the ice storage tank 74 on the shaft 71 (initially, the locking pin 171 is located on the first side of the strip groove 44). The push rod 141 on the ice pusher 14 extends into the ice storage tank 74, and works with the ice baffle 3 to squeeze the snowflake-shaped ice fragments in the ice storage tank 74 into shape (that is, the push rod 141 and the ice baffle 3 cooperate to form a clamp-like structure, which compresses the ice storage tank). The snowflake-shaped ice fragments in the ice storage tank 74 are clamped or squeezed into ice pillars. The drive wheel 17 continues to rotate, and the push rod 141 continues to extend, pushing the ice pillars to push away the ice baffle 3 until the ice pillars are removed from the ice storage tank 74. At this time, the drive wheel 17 rotates 180 degrees (at this time, the locking rod 171 is located on the second side of the strip groove 44). The drive wheel 17 continues to rotate, and the locking rod 171 drives the ice pusher 14 and the push rod 141 to retract (that is, to move towards the opening at the second end of the ice storage tank 74) until it returns to the initial position, that is, the push rod 141 is located at the opening at the second end of the ice storage tank 74. At this time, the drive wheel 17 rotates 360 degrees (at this time, the locking rod 171 is located on the first side of the strip groove 44 again), and makes way for the internal space of the ice storage tank 74 again.

[0047] It should be noted that by adjusting the dimensions (large, small, long, short) of the ice storage tank 74 and the push rod 141, ice shaping of different sizes can be achieved.

[0048] In this embodiment, the ice shaving device further includes an ice shaving machine mounting base, which is fixed to the housing. The ice shaving roller 7 is rotatably disposed inside the ice shaving machine mounting base. A tensioner 5 and a damping device are fixed between the first end of the ice shaving machine mounting base and the ice baffle 3.

[0049] In this embodiment, the damping device includes a rack 10 fixed to the ice baffle 3 and a damper 11 fixed to the ice shaving machine mounting base. The damper 11 is equipped with a gear 111, which meshes with the rack 10. The tensioner 5 provides a pulling force to the ice baffle 3, ensuring that the ice baffle 3 always abuts against the first end opening of the ice storage tank 74, thus sealing the first end opening of the ice storage tank 74. When the push rod 14 extends into the ice storage tank 74, it compresses the snowflake-shaped ice into shape. As the push rod 14 continues to extend into the ice storage tank 74, it overcomes the pulling force of the tensioner 5 and the resistance of the damping device, pushing the ice column away from the ice baffle 3. The ice column then exits from the ice storage tank 74. During the rapid reset process, the ice baffle 3, under the action of the tensioner 5, overcomes the resistance of the damping device and gradually resets.

[0050] It should be noted that during the process of push rod 14 pushing the ice column out of the ice storage tank 74, push rod 14, ice column and ice baffle 3 are always in close contact. During the rapid reset process of push rod 14, the reset speed of ice baffle 3 under the action of damper 11 is less than the reset speed of push rod 14. Therefore, the ice column is naturally discharged under the action of gravity and detached from the ice storage tank 74.

[0051] It should also be noted that the degree of ice compaction can be achieved by adjusting the force of the tensioner 5.

[0052] In this embodiment, a guide structure one is provided between the first end of the ice shaver mounting base and the ice baffle 3, and a guide structure two is provided between the second end of the ice shaver mounting base and the ice pusher 14. By providing guide structure one between the ice shaver mounting base and the ice baffle 3, the present invention can guide the ice baffle 3 when it moves left and right along the rotating shaft 71; similarly, by providing guide structure two between the ice shaver mounting base and the ice pusher 14, the present invention can guide the ice pusher 14 when it moves left and right along the rotating shaft 71.

[0053] In this embodiment, the guide structure includes a first hole 82 at the first end of the ice shaver mounting base and a guide rod 301 on the ice baffle plate 3. The guide rod 301 extends into the first hole 82. In actual applications, there are two first holes 82 and two guide rods 301, which are spaced apart.

[0054] In this embodiment, the second guide structure includes a second hole 83 located at the second end of the ice shaver mounting base and a second guide rod 21. The first end of the second guide rod 21 is located within the second hole 83, and the second end of the second guide rod 21 passes through the ice pusher 14. In practical applications, there are two second holes 83 and two guide rods 21, spaced apart; the second end of the second guide rod 21 passes through the ice pusher 14 and is located within the gearbox 43.

[0055] In this embodiment, a third hole 49 is connected to the first hole 82. A push rod 12 and a spring are installed in the third hole 49. The first end of the spring is fixed to the push rod 12, and the second end of the spring is fixed to the inner wall of the third hole 49. A slot 302 is provided on the guide rod 301, and the push rod 12 is engaged with the slot 302. Both the top end of the push rod 12 and the inner wall of the slot 302 are inclined surfaces 121. With this configuration, the push rod 12 has a floating function under the action of the spring. When the guide rod 301 extends into the first hole 82, the push rod 12 engages with the slot 302 to engage, thus securing the guide rod 301.

[0056] It should be noted that the top of the push rod 12 and the inner wall of the slot 302 are both set with inclined surfaces 121. This setting makes it easy for the guide rod 301 to extend into or out of the first hole 82.

[0057] In this embodiment, the driving device includes a motor 9, a reduction gearbox 38, and a gearbox 43. The first transmission device and the second transmission device are arranged side by side in the gearbox 43. The output end of the motor 9 is connected to the reduction gearbox 38, and the output end of the reduction gearbox 38 is connected to a ratchet shaft 32, which is located inside the gearbox 43. The first end of the ratchet shaft 32 is connected to the first end of the first transmission device, and the second end of the first transmission device is fixedly connected to the rotating shaft 71 of the ice shaving device. The second end of the ratchet shaft 32 passes through the first end of the second transmission device and is connected to the output end of the reduction gearbox 38. The first end of the second transmission device is connected to the ratchet shaft 32, and the second end of the second transmission device is fixedly connected to the bevel gear rotating shaft 20 of the ice squeezing device.

[0058] It should be noted that the speed of shaving and squeezing ice can be adjusted by adjusting the output speed of motor 9, adjusting the reduction ratio of gearbox 38, or adjusting the transmission ratio of each gear in the first and second transmission devices.

[0059] In this embodiment, the second transmission device includes a ratchet 29, a gear 28, a gear 26, a gear 25, and a gear 24 that are sequentially meshed from bottom to top. The gear 24 is fixedly connected to the ice extrusion device. The ratchet 29 is connected to the second end of the ratchet shaft 32. A locking tooth 291 is provided on the inner wall of the ratchet 29. A ratchet bracket 30 is fixed to the second end of the ratchet shaft 32. A ratchet tooth 31 is movably provided on the ratchet bracket 30. A spring is provided between the ratchet tooth 31 and the ratchet bracket 30. The ratchet tooth 31 and the locking tooth 291 are correspondingly arranged. When the motor 9 drives the ratchet shaft 32 to rotate clockwise, the locking tooth 291 and the ratchet tooth 31 are slidably arranged. When the motor 9 drives the ratchet shaft 32 to rotate counterclockwise, the locking tooth 291 and the ratchet tooth 31 are locked together to drive the ratchet 29 to rotate counterclockwise. This configuration allows the ice shaving device and the ice squeezing device to be switched between being driven by the same drive unit, wherein the ratchet 31 has a floating effect under the action of the spring.

[0060] In this embodiment, the first transmission device includes a ratchet 2 39, a gear 6 42, and a gear 5 35 that are sequentially meshed from bottom to top. Gear 5 35 is fixedly connected to the shaved ice device. The ratchet 2 39 is connected to the first end of the ratchet shaft 32. A locking tooth 2 is provided on the inner wall of the ratchet 2 39. A ratchet support 2 40 is fixed to the first end of the ratchet shaft 32. A ratchet tooth 2 41 is movably provided on the ratchet support 2 40. A spring 2 is provided between the ratchet tooth 2 41 and the ratchet support 2 40. The ratchet tooth 2 41 and the locking tooth 2 are correspondingly arranged. When the motor 9 drives the ratchet shaft 32 to rotate clockwise, the locking tooth 2 and the ratchet tooth 2 41 are engaged, which is used to drive the ratchet 2 39 to rotate clockwise. When the motor 9 drives the ratchet shaft 32 to rotate counterclockwise, the locking tooth 2 and the ratchet tooth 2 41 are slidably arranged. The ratchet tooth 2 41 has a floating effect under the action of the spring 2.

[0061] In practical applications, the forward or reverse rotation of motor 9 is controlled by the ice shaver's control system.

[0062] In this embodiment, the gearbox 43 is further provided with a first transmission shaft 33 and a second transmission shaft 34. The two ends of the first transmission shaft 33 are respectively connected to the sixth gear 42 of the first transmission device and the fourth gear 28 of the second transmission device via bearings 4. The two ends of the second transmission shaft 34 are respectively connected to the second gear 25 of the second transmission device and the gearbox cover 36 of the gearbox 43 via bearings 23. This arrangement makes the distance between the first transmission device and the second transmission device more stable, preventing them from touching or interfering with each other and affecting the transmission effect.

[0063] In this embodiment, the ice pusher 14 is equipped with a corresponding sensor assembly, which includes a second bracket 50 and a sensor 51. The second bracket 50 is fixed to the housing, and the sensor 51 is fixed to the second bracket 50. The sensor 51 is located on one side of the drive wheel 17. In the initial state, the ice pusher 14 corresponds to the sensor 51. When the drive wheel 17 rotates 360 degrees, one ice squeezing action is completed. When the ice pusher 14 re-corresponds to the sensor 51, feedback is sent to the control system of the ice shaving machine. The control system controls the drive device to drive the ice shaving device to operate (the second transmission device and the ice squeezing device are in a non-operating state), and the cycle of operation realizes the cyclic switching of ice shaving and ice squeezing.

[0064] In this embodiment, the ice shaver mounting base includes an upper cover 6 and a lower cover 8, which are fixedly connected. Between the upper cover 6 and the lower cover 8 are formed a through hole for accommodating the ice shaver roller 7, a first hole 82 for accommodating the guide rod 301, and a second hole 83 for accommodating the top rod 12. A third hole 49 is provided on the lower cover 8, and the opening of the third hole 49 communicates with the first hole 82. The separate structure of the upper cover 6 and the lower cover 8 makes it more convenient to assemble the ice shaver roller 7, the top rod 12, the damper 11, and other structures.

[0065] In practical applications, the upper cover 6 and the lower cover 8 of the ice shaver are fixedly connected, and the first hole 82 and the second hole 83 are located between the upper cover 6 and the lower cover 8 of the ice shaver.

[0066] In this embodiment, the upper cover 6 of the ice shaver is provided with a feed inlet 61, and the lower cover 8 of the ice shaver is provided with a discharge trough 81 communicating with the feed inlet 61. The discharge trough 81 communicates with a through hole, and a funnel 13 is provided below the lower cover 8 of the ice shaver. Ice blocks enter from the feed inlet 61, fall into the through hole after passing through the discharge trough 81, and cooperate with the ice shaver roller 7 located in the through hole to achieve the purpose of shaving ice. The inlet of the funnel 13 is located between the lower cover 8 of the ice shaver and the ice baffle 3, so that the ice that is pushed out can fall directly into the funnel 13.

[0067] In practical applications, the shell is provided with an opening that mates with the feed inlet 61 and an opening that mates with the funnel 13.

[0068] In this embodiment, the first end of the bracket 16 is fixed to the outer shell 1 of the housing, and the second end of the bracket 16 is fixed to the outer cover 37 of the housing. A stop 15 is fixed to the first end of the bracket 16, and a fixed shaft 18 is fixedly connected to the stop 15. The drive wheel 17 is movably sleeved on the fixed shaft 18. When assembling the drive wheel 17, the small end of the fixed shaft 18 is passed through the drive wheel 17 and the bracket 16, and then fixedly connected to the stop 15 with screws. After assembly, the drive wheel 17 is rotatably located between the large end of the fixed shaft 18 and the bracket 16. More specifically, the diameter of the fixed shaft 18 is smaller than the inner diameter of the drive wheel 17.

[0069] In practical applications, the outer casing 1 is provided with a bearing 2 that is rotatably connected to the rotating shaft 71.

[0070] Example 2:

[0071] In this embodiment, the third transmission device includes a bracket 16, a worm gear, and a worm. The bracket 16 is fixed to the housing, and the worm is rotatably mounted on the bracket 16. The first end of the worm is meshed with the worm gear, and the second end of the worm is fixedly connected to the second transmission device. The worm gear is rotatably mounted on the bracket 16, and a locking pin 171 is provided on the outer edge of the worm gear. The ice pusher 14 is provided with a strip groove 44, and the lower end of the locking pin 171 extends into the strip groove 44. The locking pin 171 and the strip groove 44 are slidably or rollingly connected. When the ice-squeezing device is activated (the first transmission device and the ice-shaving device are inactive), the drive device drives the second transmission device to activate. The second transmission device drives the worm gear to rotate, and the worm gear drives the worm wheel to rotate. During the rotation of the worm wheel, the locking pin 171 drives the ice pusher 14 to move towards the ice storage tank 74 on the rotating shaft 71 (initially, the locking pin 171 is located on the first side of the strip groove 44). The push rod 141 on the ice pusher 14 extends into the ice storage tank 74, and works with the ice baffle 3 to compress the snowflake-shaped ice fragments in the ice storage tank 74 into shape (that is, the push rod 141 and the ice baffle 3 cooperate to form a clamp-like structure, compressing the ice fragments in the ice storage tank 74 into shape). The snowflake-shaped ice fragments are clamped or squeezed into ice pillars. The worm gear continues to rotate, and the push rod 141 continues to extend, pushing the ice pillar to push away the ice baffle 3 until the ice pillar is released from the ice storage tank 74. At this time, the worm gear rotates 180 degrees (at this time, the clamping rod 171 is located on the second side of the strip groove 44). The worm gear continues to rotate, and the ice pusher 14 drives the push rod 141 to retract (that is, to move towards the opening at the second end of the ice storage tank 74) until it returns to the initial position, that is, the push rod 141 is located at the opening at the second end of the ice storage tank 74. At this time, the worm gear rotates 360 degrees (at this time, the clamping rod 171 is located on the first side of the strip groove 44 again), and makes way for the internal space of the ice storage tank 74 again.

[0072] The difference between this embodiment 2 and embodiment 1 is that the structure of the third transmission device is different. The rest of the structure and working principle are the same as those in embodiment 1, and will not be repeated.

[0073] The embodiments of the present invention have been described above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments described above. The specific embodiments described above are merely illustrative and not restrictive. Those skilled in the art can make many other modifications under the guidance of the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the claims. All of these modifications are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. An ice shaving machine with an ice-squeezing function, comprising a housing, wherein an ice-shaving device, a first transmission device, and a drive device are disposed within the housing, the two ends of the first transmission device are respectively connected to the ice-shaving device and the drive device, and the drive device drives the first transmission device to move the ice-shaving device, characterized in that: The housing also includes an ice-extruding device and a second transmission device. The two ends of the second transmission device are respectively connected to the ice-extruding device and a driving device. The driving device drives the second transmission device to move the ice-extruding device. The ice shaving device includes an ice shaving roller and a rotating shaft. The ice shaving roller is fixed on the rotating shaft. The ice shaving roller is provided with ice shaving blades and an ice storage tank. The ice shaving blades and the ice storage tank are arranged correspondingly. The ice storage tank is open at both ends. The ice squeezing device includes an ice baffle, an ice pusher, and a third transmission device. The first end of the third transmission device is connected to the ice pusher, and the second end of the third transmission device is connected to the second transmission device. The ice baffle is sleeved on the first end of the rotating shaft. The ice baffle can move left and right along the rotating shaft to open or block the opening at the first end of the ice storage tank. The ice pusher is sleeved on the second end of the rotating shaft. The ice pusher is equipped with a push rod, which is correspondingly positioned to the opening at the second end of the ice storage tank. The ice pusher can move left and right along the rotating shaft to extend into or out of the ice storage tank. The first transmission device is fixedly connected to the rotating shaft.

2. The ice shaver with ice-squeezing function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The third transmission device includes a bracket, a drive wheel, a bevel gear, and a bevel gear shaft. The bracket is fixed inside the housing, and the bevel gear shaft is rotatably mounted on the bracket. The first end of the bevel gear shaft is fixedly connected to the bevel gear, and the second end of the bevel gear shaft is fixedly connected to the second transmission device. The bevel gear meshes with the drive wheel, the drive wheel is rotatably mounted on the bracket, the outer edge of the drive wheel is provided with a locking pin, the ice pusher is provided with a strip groove, the lower end of the locking pin extends into the strip groove, and the locking pin and the strip groove are slidably or rollingly connected.

3. The ice shaver with ice-squeezing function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The third transmission device includes a bracket, a worm gear, and a worm. The bracket is fixed inside the housing, and the worm is rotatably mounted on the bracket. The first end of the worm is meshed with the worm gear, and the second end of the worm is fixedly connected to the second transmission device. The worm gear is rotatably mounted on the bracket. The outer edge of the worm gear is provided with a locking post. The ice pusher is provided with a strip groove. The lower end of the locking post extends into the strip groove. The locking post and the strip groove are slidably or rollingly connected.

4. The ice shaver with ice-squeezing function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The ice shaving device also includes an ice shaving machine mounting base, which is fixed to the housing. The ice shaving roller is rotatably disposed inside the ice shaving machine mounting base. A tensioner and a damping device are fixed between the first end of the ice shaving machine mounting base and the ice baffle plate.

5. The ice shaver with ice-squeezing function according to claim 4, characterized in that: The damping device includes a rack fixed to the ice baffle plate and a damper fixed to the ice shaving machine mounting base. The damper is provided with a gear seven, which meshes with the rack.

6. The ice shaver with ice-squeezing function according to claim 4, characterized in that: A guide structure 1 is provided between the first end of the ice shaver mounting base and the ice baffle plate, and a guide structure 2 is provided between the second end of the ice shaver mounting base and the ice pusher.

7. The ice shaver with ice-squeezing function according to claim 6, characterized in that: The guide structure includes a first hole at the first end of the ice shaver mounting base and a guide rod on the ice baffle plate, the guide rod extending into the first hole; The second guide structure includes a second hole located at the second end of the ice shaving device mounting base and a second guide rod. The first end of the second guide rod is located in the second hole, and the second end of the second guide rod passes through the ice pusher.

8. The ice shaver with ice-squeezing function according to claim 7, characterized in that: The first hole is connected to a third hole, and a push rod and a spring are installed in the third hole. The first end of the spring is fixed to the push rod, and the second end of the spring is fixed to the inner wall of the third hole. The guide rod is provided with a slot, and the push rod is engaged with the slot. The top end of the push rod and the inner wall of the slot are both set as slopes.

9. The ice shaver with ice-squeezing function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The drive device includes a motor, a reduction gearbox, and a gearbox. The first transmission device and the second transmission device are arranged side by side in the gearbox. The output end of the motor is connected to the reduction gearbox. The output end of the reduction gearbox is connected to a ratchet shaft, which is located inside the gearbox. The first end of the ratchet shaft is connected to the first end of the first transmission device, and the second end of the first transmission device is fixedly connected to the rotating shaft of the ice shaving device. The second end of the ratchet shaft passes through the first end of the second transmission device and is connected to the output end of the gearbox. The first end of the second transmission device is connected to the ratchet shaft, and the second end of the second transmission device is fixedly connected to the bevel gear shaft of the ice squeezing device.

10. An ice shaver with an ice-squeezing function according to claim 9, characterized in that: The second transmission device includes a ratchet 1, a gear 4, a gear 3, a gear 2, and a gear 1 that are meshed together from bottom to top. The gear 1 is fixedly connected to the ice extrusion device. The ratchet 1 is connected to the second end of the ratchet shaft. The inner wall of the ratchet 1 is provided with a locking tooth 1. The second end of the ratchet shaft is fixed with a ratchet support 1. The ratchet support 1 is movably provided with a ratchet tooth 1. A spring 1 is provided between the ratchet tooth 1 and the ratchet support 1. The ratchet tooth 1 and the locking tooth 1 are correspondingly arranged. When the motor drives the ratchet shaft to rotate clockwise, the first locking tooth and the first ratchet tooth are slidably configured. When the motor drives the ratchet shaft to rotate counterclockwise, the first locking tooth and the first ratchet tooth are locked together to drive the first ratchet to rotate counterclockwise.

11. An ice shaver with an ice-squeezing function according to claim 9, characterized in that: The first transmission device includes a ratchet 2, a gear 6, and a gear 5 that are sequentially meshed from bottom to top. The gear 5 is fixedly connected to the ice shaver. The ratchet 2 is connected to the first end of the ratchet shaft. The inner wall of the ratchet 2 is provided with a locking tooth 2. The first end of the ratchet shaft is fixed with a ratchet bracket 2. The ratchet bracket 2 is movably provided with a ratchet tooth 2. A spring 2 is provided between the ratchet tooth 2 and the ratchet bracket 2. The ratchet tooth 2 and the locking tooth 2 are correspondingly arranged. When the motor drives the ratchet shaft to rotate clockwise, the second locking tooth is engaged with the second ratchet tooth to drive the second ratchet to rotate clockwise; When the motor drives the ratchet shaft to rotate counterclockwise, the second locking tooth and the second ratchet tooth are slidably positioned.

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