Ice blocking structure and ice making device

Abstract

The present application relates to the technical field of electrical equipment, discloses a kind of ice blocking structure and ice making equipment, the ice blocking structure of the present application can separate the ice blocking structure with ice block in the rotation area of carousel, so that ice block will not be stuck into the rotation area of carousel, solve the problem of ice block stuck into carousel, and improve the stability of automatic ice making, reduce equipment failure rate, reduce maintenance cost, can significantly improve the product performance of ice making equipment, improve the user's experience.The ice blocking structure of the present application is arranged in the ice storage inner container, and a carousel is also arranged in the ice storage inner container.The ice blocking structure includes a main body and an ice blocking part.The main body is connected with the ice storage inner container, and the ice blocking part is connected with the main body.The ice blocking part is arranged between the rotation area of carousel and the ice block stored in the ice storage inner container, and is used to separate the rotation area of carousel and the ice block.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of electrical equipment technology, specifically to an ice-blocking structure and an ice-making device. Background Technology

[0002] An ice maker is a product or device that uses a compressor to cool water through an evaporator to produce ice cubes. An automatic ice maker adds an ice-stirring mechanism and an ice-conveying mechanism to the above-mentioned ice maker, achieving automatic ice dispensing.

[0003] Existing automatic ice-dispensing ice makers have a turntable inside the ice storage tank. The turntable rotates within the tank, conveying ice to the outlet. However, as ice accumulates inside the tank, the turntable's rotation area (the area along its rotation path from the outlet to the inlet) easily becomes clogged, causing the turntable to stall. This results in significant inconvenience for users and negatively impacts their user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of this, the present invention provides an ice-blocking structure and an ice-making device to solve the problem that the rotating part of the turntable of the existing ice maker is prone to ice jamming and causing the turntable to become blocked when there are a lot of ice blocks in the ice storage tank.

[0005] In a first aspect, the present invention provides an ice-blocking structure disposed within an ice-storing liner, wherein a turntable is further disposed within the ice-storing liner, and the ice-blocking structure comprises:

[0006] The main body is connected to the ice storage liner;

[0007] An ice-blocking part is connected to the main body and is disposed between the turntable rotation area and the ice blocks stored in the ice storage liner. The ice-blocking part is used to separate the turntable rotation area and the ice blocks.

[0008] Beneficial effects: The ice-blocking structure of the present invention includes a main body and an ice-blocking part. The main body is used to connect with the ice storage tank, while the ice-blocking part is set between the rotating area of ​​the turntable and the ice blocks stored in the ice storage tank. It can separate the rotating area of ​​the turntable and the ice blocks. Due to the separating and blocking effect of the ice-blocking part, even if there are many ice blocks, they will not get stuck in the rotating area of ​​the turntable during rotation. Therefore, it completely solves the problem of ice jamming and rotation blockage of the turntable, allowing the turntable to rotate smoothly, improving the stability of automatic ice dispensing, reducing equipment failure rate, reducing maintenance costs, significantly improving the product performance of ice-making equipment, and enhancing the user experience.

[0009] In one alternative embodiment, the shape and size of the ice-blocking part are matched with the shape and size of the turntable rotation area.

[0010] Beneficial effects: The ice-blocking structure of the present invention has an ice-blocking part whose shape and size match the shape and size of the turntable rotation area. This ensures that the ice-blocking part can reliably separate the turntable rotation area and the ice block, while also saving manufacturing costs and reducing the space occupied inside the ice storage liner.

[0011] In one alternative embodiment, the inner edge of the ice-blocking part is an arc-shaped edge concentric with the turntable.

[0012] Beneficial effects: The ice-blocking structure of the present invention has an inner edge that is concentric with the turntable, which enables the ice-blocking part to effectively avoid outward protruding structures on the turntable, thereby preventing the ice-blocking part from affecting the rotation of the turntable.

[0013] In one optional embodiment, the ice-blocking part is an arc-shaped ice-blocking part.

[0014] Beneficial effects: The ice-blocking structure of the present invention preferably has an arc-shaped ice-blocking part. This ice-blocking part can effectively separate the rotating area of ​​the turntable from the ice block, save manufacturing costs, reduce the occupation of the internal space of the ice storage liner, and effectively avoid the protruding structure of the turntable, ensuring the normal operation of the turntable.

[0015] In one alternative embodiment, the ice-blocking structure further includes a reinforcement structure.

[0016] Beneficial effects: The ice-blocking structure of the present invention also has a reinforcement structure, which can enhance the structural strength of the baffle structure, reduce the impact of ice block impact on the baffle structure, extend the service life of the ice-blocking structure, and help improve product performance.

[0017] In one alternative embodiment, the reinforcing structure is disposed on the main body and / or the ice-blocking part.

[0018] Beneficial effects: The ice-blocking structure of the present invention can be set on the main body and the ice-blocking part, or only on the main body or only on the ice-blocking part. It can be selected and set according to actual needs, and the setting is highly flexible.

[0019] In one alternative embodiment, the reinforcing structure includes a rib that protrudes from the main body and / or the ice-blocking portion in a direction away from the turntable.

[0020] Beneficial effects: The ice-blocking structure of the present invention includes a reinforcing rib, which protrudes from the main body and / or the ice-blocking part in a direction away from the turntable. This reinforcing structure can be formed on the main body and / or the ice-blocking part in one step by means of stamping, casting or other methods. The processing technology is relatively simple and helps to reduce production costs.

[0021] In one alternative embodiment, the ice-blocking part is a cantilever, one end of the ice-blocking part is connected to the main body, and the other end of the ice-blocking part extends along the shape of the turntable rotation area.

[0022] Beneficial effects: The ice-blocking structure of the present invention can be a cantilever structure. This type of ice-blocking structure requires less manufacturing material, which helps to reduce production costs. Moreover, it occupies very little space in the ice storage liner and does not affect the ice storage capacity of the ice storage liner, thus meeting the user's requirements.

[0023] In one optional embodiment, the main body and the ice-blocking part are provided with side folds near the side wall of the ice storage liner, and the side folds abut against the side wall of the ice storage liner.

[0024] Beneficial effects: The ice-blocking structure of the present invention, by providing side folds at the side positions of the main body and the ice-blocking part, and the side folds abutting against the side wall of the ice storage liner, can enhance the supporting force of the ice storage liner on the ice-blocking structure, improve the setting firmness of the ice-blocking structure, and make its structure more reliable.

[0025] In one alternative embodiment, the side fold is connected to the main body and the ice-blocking part by a scratch-resistant rounded corner.

[0026] Beneficial effects: The ice-blocking structure of the present invention has a side folded edge connected to the main body and the ice-blocking part through anti-scratch rounded corners, which can enhance the overall strength of the ice-blocking structure on the one hand, and prevent the ice-blocking structure from scratching the ice storage liner during assembly on the other hand.

[0027] In one optional embodiment, the ice-blocking structure further includes a connecting portion, one end of which is connected to the main body portion, and the other end of which extends along the shape of the turntable rotation area and is connected to the main body portion through the connecting portion. The main body portion separates the ice outlet of the ice storage liner from the ice storage space of the ice storage liner.

[0028] Beneficial effects: The ice-blocking structure of the present invention includes a connecting part. The other end of the ice-blocking part extends along the shape of the turntable rotation area and is connected to the main body through the connecting part. The main body separates the ice outlet of the ice storage liner from the ice storage space of the ice storage liner. This ice-blocking structure is a fully isolated ice-blocking structure, which can completely separate the turntable rotation area from the ice. Even if some ice does not slide out of the ice outlet of the turntable, this part of the ice will not get stuck with the ice-blocking plate, further preventing the turntable from getting stuck with ice and blocking rotation, making the reliability of the baffle structure better, making the turntable rotate more smoothly, and also improving the strength of the baffle structure, further improving the stability of automatic ice dispensing.

[0029] In one alternative embodiment, the connecting part has an ice inlet, through which the ice block enters the turntable and rotates with the turntable.

[0030] Beneficial effects: The ice-blocking structure of the present invention, by setting an ice inlet, allows ice blocks in the ice storage liner to enter the turntable through the ice inlet, and then rotate with the turntable to the ice outlet, so as to realize the automatic ice dispensing process.

[0031] In one optional implementation, the ice inlet is an arc-shaped ice inlet concentric with the turntable.

[0032] Beneficial effects: The ice-blocking structure of the present invention has an arc-shaped ice-inlet notch that is concentric with the turntable. This arc-shaped ice-inlet notch matches the rotation trajectory of the turntable, which is conducive to the smooth entry of ice blocks and improves the automatic ice dispensing efficiency.

[0033] In one alternative embodiment, an ice-guiding structure is provided near the edge of the body at the ice inlet.

[0034] Beneficial effects: The ice-blocking structure of the present invention has an ice-guiding structure at the edge of the ice inlet near the main body. The ice-guiding structure can guide the ice block, allowing the ice block to enter the turntable more smoothly, further preventing the occurrence of ice jamming, and further improving the reliability of the structure.

[0035] In one optional embodiment, the ice guiding structure includes an ice guiding fold, and the angle between the plane containing the ice guiding fold and the plane containing the ice inlet notch is an acute angle.

[0036] Beneficial effects: The ice-blocking structure of the present invention includes an ice-guiding fold, and the angle between the plane of the ice-guiding fold and the plane of the ice inlet is an acute angle. This ice-guiding structure is simple in structure, easy to form and manufacture, which helps to reduce manufacturing costs, and has a good guiding effect on ice blocks.

[0037] In one optional embodiment, the angle between the plane containing the ice guide fold and the plane containing the ice inlet is in the range of [40°, 50°].

[0038] Beneficial effects: The ice-blocking structure of the present invention has an angle range of [40°, 50°] between the plane where the ice-guiding edge is located and the plane where the ice inlet is located. The ice-guiding edge within the above angle range has a good guiding effect on the ice block and can effectively prevent the occurrence of ice jamming.

[0039] In one optional embodiment, the ice-blocking structure further includes a support structure, the support structure including a first support portion disposed on the main body and extending in a direction away from the ice block, the end of the first support portion away from the main body abutting against the inner wall of the ice storage liner.

[0040] Beneficial effects: The ice-blocking structure of the present invention further includes a support structure, which includes a first support part that can effectively support the main body, thereby improving the structural strength and reliability of the ice-blocking structure.

[0041] In one optional embodiment, the support structure further includes a second support portion disposed on the ice-blocking portion and extending in a direction away from the ice block, the end of the second support portion away from the ice-blocking portion abutting against the inner wall of the ice storage liner.

[0042] Beneficial effects: The ice-blocking structure of the present invention further includes a second support part, which can effectively support the lower part of the baffle structure (i.e., the baffle part), thereby improving the structural strength and reliability of the ice-blocking structure.

[0043] In one optional embodiment, the main body is provided with bends on both sides, one end of the bend is connected to the main body, and the other end extends away from the ice block, and the bend abuts against the inner wall of the ice storage liner.

[0044] Beneficial effects: The ice-blocking structure of the present invention has bending portions on both sides of the main body. The bending portions abut against the inner wall of the ice storage liner, which can improve the structural strength of the baffle structure, improve its stability, and extend its service life.

[0045] In one alternative embodiment, the main body and the ice storage liner are detachably connected via a connector.

[0046] Beneficial effects: The ice-blocking structure of the present invention has a main body that can be detachably connected to the ice storage liner via a connector, which facilitates the installation and replacement of the baffle structure and makes it convenient for users to operate and use.

[0047] In one alternative embodiment, the sidewall of the ice storage liner is clamped between the main body and the connector by fasteners.

[0048] Beneficial effects: The ice-blocking structure of the present invention, since the side wall of the ice storage liner is usually thin, improves the ability to sandwich the side wall of the ice storage liner between the main body and the connecting member, and facilitates the installation of the baffle structure while ensuring the structural strength of the ice storage liner.

[0049] Secondly, the present invention provides an ice-making device, including an ice storage liner, wherein a turntable and an ice-blocking structure as described above are provided inside the ice storage liner.

[0050] Since the ice-making device of the present invention includes the ice-blocking structure of the present invention, it has the same beneficial effects as the ice-blocking structure, which will not be described in detail here. Attached Figure Description

[0051] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0052] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the ice-blocking structure of the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0053] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the ice-blocking structure of the present invention. Figure 2 ;

[0054] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the ice-blocking structure of the present invention. Figure 3 ;

[0055] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the ice-blocking structure of the present invention. Figure 4 ;

[0056] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the ice storage tank in the water purification equipment of the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0057] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the ice storage tank in the water purification equipment of the present invention. Figure 2 ;

[0058] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the ice storage tank in the water purification equipment of the present invention. Figure 3 ;

[0059] Figure 8 for Figure 7 An enlarged schematic diagram of part A in the middle;

[0060] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the ice storage tank in the water purification equipment of the present invention. Figure 4 ;

[0061] Figure 10 This is a cross-sectional view of the ice storage tank in the water purification device of the present invention;

[0062] Figure 11 This is a front view of an ice-blocking structure according to another embodiment of the present invention;

[0063] Figure 12 This is a top view of an ice-blocking structure according to another embodiment of the present invention;

[0064] Figure 13 A three-dimensional ice-blocking structure according to another embodiment of the present invention Figure 1 ;

[0065] Figure 14 A three-dimensional ice-blocking structure according to another embodiment of the present invention Figure 2 ;

[0066] Figure 15 This is a schematic diagram of an ice storage tank in a water purification device according to another embodiment of the present invention;

[0067] Figure 16 This is a top view of the ice storage tank in a water purification device according to another embodiment of the present invention;

[0068] Figure 17 This is a cross-sectional view of the ice storage tank in a water purification device according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0069] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0070] 1. Ice storage liner; 101. Ice storage space; 102. Ice outlet;

[0071] 2. Turntable;

[0072] 3. Ice baffle; 301. Main body; 3011. Top folded edge; 3012. Top mounting hole; 3013. Middle mounting hole; 302. Ice baffle; 303. Connecting part; 304. Ice inlet notch; 305. Clearance hole;

[0073] 4. Ribs;

[0074] 5. Ice guide folding;

[0075] 6. First support section; 601. Folded edge of the first support section;

[0076] 7. Second support section;

[0077] 8. Bending section;

[0078] 9. Connectors;

[0079] 10. Side folding;

[0080] 11. Scratch-resistant rounded corners. Detailed Implementation

[0081] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0082] The following is combined Figure 1-17 Figure 1 illustrates an embodiment of the ice-blocking structure and ice-making equipment of the present invention.

[0083] According to an embodiment of the present invention, in a first aspect, an ice-blocking structure is provided, disposed within an ice storage liner 1. A turntable 2 is also disposed within the ice storage liner 1. The ice-blocking structure includes a main body 301 and an ice-blocking part 302. The main body 301 is connected to the ice storage liner 1, and the ice-blocking part 302 is connected to the main body 301. The ice-blocking part 302 is disposed between the turntable rotation area of ​​the turntable 2 and the ice blocks stored within the ice storage liner 1, and serves to separate the turntable rotation area from the ice blocks.

[0084] This ice-blocking structure, due to the blocking effect of the ice-blocking part 302, prevents ice blocks from getting stuck in the rotating area of ​​the turntable 2 during rotation, even if there are many ice blocks. This solves the problem of ice blockage and rotation blockage of the turntable, allowing the turntable 2 to rotate smoothly, improving the stability of automatic ice dispensing, reducing equipment failure rate, lowering maintenance costs, significantly improving the product performance of ice-making equipment, and enhancing the user experience.

[0085] The ice storage liner 1 is an important structure of the ice-making equipment. The ice storage liner 1 is mainly used to store prepared ice blocks. The ice storage liner 1 has an ice storage space 101 inside, and the specific capacity of the ice storage space 101 can be set according to the model of the ice-making equipment and usage requirements. An ice outlet 102 is provided at the upper part of the ice storage space 101, and ice blocks are suitable for being discharged from the ice outlet 102.

[0086] To achieve automatic ice delivery, a turntable 2 is installed inside the ice storage liner 1. The turntable 2 is rotatably mounted inside the ice storage liner 1. Optionally, the turntable 2 is tilted as a whole; specifically, the upper part of the turntable 2 is tilted away from the ice, that is, the axis of the turntable 2 is not horizontal. The rotation direction of the turntable 2 can be set according to the specific structure, and can rotate clockwise or counterclockwise. In this embodiment, using... Figure 10 Taking a specific perspective, turntable 2 rotates clockwise. The outer edge of turntable 2 has an ice-supporting structure that can lift ice blocks to the ice outlet 102.

[0087] Turntable 2 has a turntable rotation area, which refers to the area along the rotation trajectory of turntable 2 from the ice outlet 102 to the ice inlet. The ice inlet is the entrance on the turntable where ice blocks enter the turntable's ice-supporting structure. In this area, ice blocks are prone to getting stuck, especially when there are many ice blocks, which can easily cause turntable 2 to block.

[0088] An ice-blocking structure is installed inside the ice storage liner 1 to prevent ice blocks from getting stuck in the turntable's rotation area. Of course, the ice-blocking structure should not adversely affect the internal capacity of the ice storage liner 1 or the automatic ice dispensing process.

[0089] In this embodiment, the ice-blocking structure is specifically an ice-blocking plate 3. The plate-shaped plate structure occupies little space, hardly affects the internal capacity of the ice storage liner 1, and does not adversely affect the automatic ice output process. Moreover, the plate-shaped plate structure is easy to process and manufacture, which helps to control production costs.

[0090] The ice baffle 3 should be made of a material that is resistant to low temperatures, corrosion, and has high structural strength. In this embodiment, the ice baffle 3 is made of stainless steel plate, which can effectively prevent the ice baffle 3 from getting damp and rusting in the ice storage liner 1 for a long time, and the structural strength can meet the needs of use.

[0091] Specifically, the ice-blocking structure includes a main body 301 and an ice-blocking part 302, which are connected to each other to form a whole. Of course, in order to simplify the assembly process, the main body 301 is preferably integrally formed with the ice-blocking part 302.

[0092] In this embodiment, the main body 301 is disposed above the ice-blocking part 302, and the main body 301 and the ice-blocking part 302 are integrally formed without a clear dividing line between them. The main body 301 and the ice-blocking part 302 together form a smooth and continuous plate-like structure.

[0093] The main body 301 is connected to the ice storage liner 1, preferably the main body 301 and the ice storage liner 1 are detachably connected, so as to facilitate the installation and subsequent replacement of the ice-blocking structure.

[0094] In this embodiment, the top of the main body 301 is detachably connected to the ice storage liner 1. Specifically, the top of the main body 301 has a top flange 3011, which is integrally formed with the main body 301. One end of the top flange 3011 is connected to the main body 301, and the other end is bent away from the ice. In order to match the inner wall structure of the ice storage liner 1, the included angle α between the top flange 3011 and the main body 301 is an obtuse angle. In this embodiment, the included angle α is preferably 105°.

[0095] Furthermore, the main body 301 and the ice storage liner 1 are detachably connected via connector 9.

[0096] At least two top mounting holes 3012 are formed on the top folded edge 3011. In this embodiment, there are two top mounting holes 3012, and the two top mounting holes 3012 are spaced apart. Assembly holes are also correspondingly provided on the side walls of the connector 9 and the ice storage liner 1.

[0097] Furthermore, the side wall of the ice storage liner 1 is clamped between the main body 301 and the connector 9 by fasteners.

[0098] Since the sidewalls of the ice storage liner 1 are typically thin, the connector 9 is placed on the outer wall of the ice storage liner 1, and the main body 301 is placed on the inner wall of the ice storage liner 1. This allows the sidewalls of the ice storage liner 1 to be sandwiched between the main body 301 and the connector 9. The main body 301, the ice storage liner 1, and the connector 9 are then connected using screws or other fasteners. This not only allows for the installation of the baffle structure but also strengthens the structural strength of the sidewalls of the ice storage liner. Of course, the shape of the connector 9 should match the shape of the outer wall of the ice storage liner 1.

[0099] In addition, since the connection between the main body 301 and the ice storage liner 1 is at the top, to prevent the middle part of the ice baffle from warping, at least one central mounting hole 3013 is provided in the middle of the main body 301. This hole is suitable for use with fasteners such as screws to further connect the main body 301, the ice storage liner 1, and the connector 9, making the ice baffle structure fit more snugly and stably against the inner wall of the ice storage liner. In this embodiment, one central mounting hole 3013 is provided.

[0100] An ice-blocking part 302 is disposed between the rotating area of ​​the turntable 2 and the ice blocks stored in the ice storage liner 1. The ice-blocking part 302 is used to separate the rotating area of ​​the turntable from the ice blocks. By setting the ice-blocking part 302, the rotating area of ​​the turntable and the ice blocks can be physically separated, so that the rotating area of ​​the turntable maintains a relatively independent and undisturbed space, preventing ice blocks from getting stuck in the rotating area of ​​the turntable when there are too many, which is conducive to the smooth rotation of the turntable 2 and improves the stability of the automatic ice dispensing of the ice-making equipment.

[0101] In this embodiment, the ice-blocking part 302 is integrally formed with the main body part 301, and the ice-blocking part 302 extends a distance downward from the main body part 301 along the rotation trajectory of the turntable 2.

[0102] Furthermore, the shape and dimensions of the ice-blocking part 302 are matched with the shape and dimensions of the turntable rotation area. This ice-blocking part 302 can reliably separate the turntable rotation area and the ice blocks, while also saving manufacturing costs and reducing the space occupied inside the ice storage liner 1.

[0103] Furthermore, the inner edge of the ice-blocking part 302 is an arc-shaped edge concentric with the turntable 2. This ice-blocking part 302 not only serves to isolate ice, but also prevents its outward protruding structure from hitting the ice-blocking plate 3 when the turntable 2 rotates, thus effectively avoiding collisions with the ice-blocking plate 3, ensuring the service life of the ice-blocking plate 3, and also ensuring the smooth rotation of the turntable 2.

[0104] Furthermore, the ice-blocking part 302 is an arc-shaped ice-blocking part. This structure of the ice-blocking part 302 can effectively separate the rotating area of ​​the turntable from the ice block, save manufacturing costs, reduce the space occupied inside the ice storage liner, and effectively avoid protruding structures on the turntable 2, ensuring the normal rotation of the turntable 2.

[0105] Furthermore, the ice-blocking structure also includes a reinforcement structure.

[0106] Since the ice-blocking structure is a plate-like structure, a reinforcement structure is also set on the ice-blocking structure to improve its strength, reduce the impact of ice block impact on the ice-blocking structure, extend the service life of the ice-blocking structure, and improve product performance.

[0107] Furthermore, a reinforcing structure is provided on the main body 301 and / or the ice-blocking part 302.

[0108] In order to better reinforce the baffle structure, in this embodiment, both the main body 301 and the ice-blocking part 302 are provided with reinforcement structures.

[0109] Of course, in other embodiments, a reinforcing structure may be provided only on the main body 301 or only on the ice-blocking part 302 to simplify the baffle structure and reduce manufacturing costs.

[0110] Specifically, the reinforcing structure includes a rib 4, which protrudes from the main body 301 and the ice-blocking part 302 in a direction away from the turntable 2 (towards the direction of ice storage). The shape of the rib 4 is adapted to the shape of the main body 301 and the ice-blocking part 302 to increase its installation area, thereby improving its reinforcing effect.

[0111] Side flanges 10 are provided on the main body 301 and the ice-blocking part 302 near the side wall of the ice storage liner 1, and the side flanges 10 abut against the side wall of the ice storage liner 1.

[0112] Specifically, one end of the side fold 10 is connected to the main body 301 and / or the ice-blocking part 302, and the other end extends toward the direction of ice storage. At least part of the outer surface of the side fold 10 abuts against the inner wall of the ice storage liner 1 to enhance the stability of the baffle structure.

[0113] Furthermore, the side flange 10 is connected to the main body 301 and the ice-blocking part 302 via a scratch-resistant rounded corner 11. The scratch-resistant rounded corner 11 has no sharp edges and its surface is relatively smooth. By setting the scratch-resistant rounded corner 11, it serves to strengthen the overall strength of the ice-blocking structure and prevent the ice-blocking structure from scratching the ice storage liner 1 during assembly, thus protecting the ice storage liner 1. The radius of the scratch-resistant rounded corner 11 can be selected and set according to the specific dimensions of the ice-blocking structure and the available space.

[0114] Furthermore, the ice-blocking part 302 is a cantilever, with one end of the ice-blocking part 302 connected to the main body part 301, and the other end of the ice-blocking part 302 extending along the shape of the turntable rotation area.

[0115] In this embodiment, the ice-blocking part 302 is a cantilever structure, meaning that one end of the ice-blocking part 302 is connected to the main body 301, while the other end is not connected to any other structure. However, the other end of the ice-blocking part 302 extends along the shape of the turntable rotation area to cover the turntable rotation area and separate the turntable rotation area from the ice, thus achieving the purpose of ice blocking. This cantilever ice-blocking structure is relatively simple in structure, easy to process and manufacture, requires less manufacturing materials, has a lower manufacturing cost, does not occupy too much internal space of the ice storage liner, and is easy to install.

[0116] This embodiment also provides an ice-making device, including an ice storage liner 1, a turntable 2 and the ice-blocking structure described in the above embodiment, which are disposed inside the ice storage liner 1.

[0117] In this ice-making equipment, because an ice-blocking structure is set inside the ice storage tank 1, even when there are many ice blocks in the ice storage tank 1, the ice blocks are not easy to get stuck in the rotating area of ​​the turntable. This solves the problem of ice blockage and rotation blockage of the turntable, making the automatic ice dispensing more stable, reducing the equipment failure rate and maintenance costs, significantly improving the product performance of the ice-making equipment, and enhancing the user experience.

[0118] In this embodiment, the ice-making equipment is specifically an automatic ice-dispensing ice maker, capable of automatically conveying ice blocks. The ice storage liner 1 is mainly used to store the prepared ice blocks. The capacity of the ice storage space 101 inside the ice storage liner 1 can be set according to actual needs. A turntable 2 is also provided inside the ice storage liner 1. The turntable 2 is rotatably disposed within the ice storage liner 1. In this embodiment, the turntable 2 is tilted as a whole; specifically, the upper part of the turntable 2 is tilted away from the ice blocks, that is, the axis of the turntable 2 is not horizontal. The rotation direction of the turntable 2 can be set according to the specific structure; it can rotate clockwise or counterclockwise. In this embodiment, with... Figure 10 Taking a specific perspective, turntable 2 rotates clockwise. Turntable 2 has an ice-supporting structure on its outer edge, capable of lifting ice blocks to the ice outlet 102, which is located at the upper part of the ice storage liner 1.

[0119] Turntable 2 has a turntable rotation area, which refers to the area along the rotation trajectory of turntable 2 from the ice outlet 102 to the ice inlet. The ice inlet is the entrance on the turntable where ice blocks enter the turntable's ice-supporting structure. In this area, ice blocks are prone to getting stuck, especially when there are many ice blocks, which can lead to turntable 2 becoming blocked.

[0120] Of course, the automatic ice-dispensing ice maker of this embodiment also has other structures and components that are present in existing ice makers, which will not be described in detail here.

[0121] The baffle process of the ice-blocking structure in the ice-making equipment of this embodiment is described below:

[0122] First, as the ice-making process of the ice-making equipment is completed, the prepared ice blocks are stored in the ice storage liner 1; the turntable 2 rotates in the ice storage liner 1, and the ice blocks can enter the turntable 2 from the ice inlet. The ice blocks entering the turntable 2 can rotate together with the turntable 2 until they rotate to the ice outlet, and the ice blocks slide out from the ice outlet, realizing the automatic output process of the ice blocks.

[0123] During the above process, the rotating area of ​​the turntable is covered by the ice-blocking part 302 of the baffle structure, which separates the ice in the ice storage liner 1 from the rotating area of ​​the turntable. The ice will not get stuck in the rotating area of ​​the turntable and cause the turntable 2 to block, so that the turntable 2 can always maintain a smooth rotation.

[0124] like Figures 11-17 As shown, the present invention also provides another embodiment of the ice-blocking structure. The difference between this embodiment and the previous embodiment is that the shape of the baffle structure in this embodiment is different from that in the previous embodiment.

[0125] Specifically, the ice-blocking structure in this embodiment also includes a connecting part 303. One end of the ice-blocking part 302 is connected to the main body part 301, and the other end of the ice-blocking part 302 extends along the shape of the turntable rotation area and is connected to the main body part 301 through the connecting part 303. The main body part 301 separates the ice outlet 102 of the ice storage liner 1 from the ice storage space 101 of the ice storage liner 1.

[0126] It should be noted that the main body 301 is located above the ice-blocking part 302 and the connecting part 303, and the main body 301, the ice-blocking part 302 and the connecting part 303 are integrally formed without obvious dividing lines between them. The main body 301, the ice-blocking part 302 and the connecting part 303 together form a smooth and continuous plate-like structure. The ice-blocking structure of this shape has higher structural strength.

[0127] This ice-blocking structure is a fully isolated ice-blocking structure. The main body 301 has a larger coverage area, which can cover the upper part of the turntable 2 and the ice outlet position, thereby separating the ice storage space 101 of the ice outlet 102. Even if some ice blocks do not slide out of the ice outlet of the turntable 2, these ice blocks will not get stuck with the ice baffle 3, further preventing the turntable 2 from getting stuck with ice and blocking rotation, making the ice-making equipment more reliable.

[0128] The shape and size of the ice-blocking part 302 are matched with the shape and size of the turntable rotation area. The ice-blocking part 302 extends downward from the main body part 301 along the rotation trajectory of the turntable 2. This ice-blocking part 302 can reliably separate the turntable rotation area and the ice block, and can also save manufacturing costs and reduce the space occupied inside the ice storage liner 1.

[0129] Furthermore, the inner edge of the ice-blocking part 302 is an arc-shaped edge concentric with the turntable 2. This ice-blocking part 302 not only serves to isolate ice but also prevents its outward-protruding structure from knocking over the ice-blocking plate 3 when the turntable 2 rotates, thus effectively avoiding collisions and ensuring the service life of the ice-blocking plate 3, as well as ensuring the smooth rotation of the turntable. Specifically, the ice-blocking part 302 is an arc-shaped ice-blocking part. This structure of the ice-blocking part 302 can effectively separate the turntable's rotation area from the ice block, save manufacturing costs, reduce the space occupied inside the ice storage liner, and effectively avoid the protruding structure of the turntable, ensuring the normal operation of the turntable.

[0130] In this embodiment, the connecting part 303 is also an arc-shaped connecting part, and this arc-shaped connecting part is concentrically arranged with the arc-shaped ice-blocking part. Preferably, both the arc-shaped connecting part and the arc-shaped ice-blocking part are concentrically arranged with the turntable 2, so that the ice-blocking part 302 and the connecting part 303 together form a clearance hole 305, which is used to avoid protruding structures on the turntable 2. In this embodiment, the clearance hole 305 is a circular hole.

[0131] Furthermore, the connecting part 303 has an ice inlet 304 through which ice blocks enter the turntable 2 and rotate with the turntable 2.

[0132] In this embodiment, the ice inlet 304 is an arc-shaped ice inlet that extends along the rotation trajectory of the turntable 2, allowing the ice block to smoothly enter the turntable 2 from the ice inlet 304. After the ice block enters the turntable 2 from the ice inlet 304, the ice-supporting structure of the turntable 2 supports the ice block and then rotates with the turntable 2.

[0133] Furthermore, an ice-guiding structure is provided at the edge of the ice inlet 304 near the main body 301. The ice-guiding structure can guide the ice block, allowing it to enter the turntable 2 more smoothly, further preventing ice jamming and improving structural reliability.

[0134] Specifically, the ice-guiding structure includes an ice-guiding fold 5, and the angle between the plane of the ice-guiding fold 5 and the plane of the ice inlet 304 is an acute angle. The ice-guiding fold 5 is located at the end of the ice inlet 304 away from the ice-blocking part 302. One end of the ice-guiding fold 5 is connected to the main body 301, and the other end is not connected to other structures.

[0135] Furthermore, the ice-guiding edge 5 is a planar structure, and the angle between the plane of the ice-guiding edge 5 and the plane of the ice-inlet gap 304 is in the range of [40°, 50°]. Preferably, the angle between the plane of the ice-guiding edge 5 and the plane of the ice-inlet gap 304 is 45°.

[0136] Of course, in other embodiments, the angle between the plane where the ice guide fold 5 is located and the plane where the ice inlet notch 304 is located can also be 40°, 42°, 50°, etc.

[0137] Furthermore, the ice-blocking structure also includes a support structure to enhance the stability of the ice-blocking structure. The support structure includes a first support portion 6, which is disposed on the main body 301 and extends away from the ice. The end of the first support portion 6 away from the main body 301 abuts against the inner wall of the ice storage liner 1. The first support portion 6 provides support, preventing the ice-blocking plate 3 from bending when excessive ice accumulates.

[0138] The first support portion 6 has a bent first support portion flange 601 at the end away from the main body portion 301. The first support portion flange 601 can fit and abut against the inner wall of the ice storage liner 1, so that the abutment of the first support portion 6 against the inner wall of the ice storage liner 1 is more stable and reliable.

[0139] Furthermore, the support structure also includes a second support part 7, which is disposed on the ice-blocking part 302 and extends in a direction away from the ice block. The end of the second support part 7 away from the ice-blocking part 302 abuts against the inner wall of the ice storage liner 1.

[0140] In this embodiment, the second support 7 is located at the bottom of the ice-blocking structure. The second support 7 abuts against and supports the bottom of the ice storage liner 1, which can further improve the stability and load-bearing strength of the ice-blocking plate 3.

[0141] Preferably, in order to prevent the second support part 7 from scratching the ice storage liner 1, an elastic soft sleeve, such as a silicone sleeve, can be fitted onto the second support part 7.

[0142] Furthermore, bends 8 are provided on both sides of the main body 301. One end of the bend 8 is connected to the main body 301, and the other end extends away from the ice. The bend 8 abuts against the inner wall of the ice storage liner 1. The bend 8 can fit against the inner wall of the ice storage liner 1, which can keep the ice baffle 3 completely separated from the ice.

[0143] By setting up the above-mentioned support structure, the ice-blocking structure can be stabilized and its structural strength can be improved. During the rotation of turntable 2, ice blocks enter through the ice inlet 304 and slide out through the ice outlet 102 as turntable 2 rotates. The rotation area of ​​the turntable will not be blocked by ice blocks due to the isolation effect of the ice-blocking plate 3.

[0144] Although embodiments of the invention have been described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention, and such modifications and variations all fall within the scope defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. An ice-blocking structure, characterized in that, The ice-blocking structure is installed inside the ice storage liner (1), and the ice storage liner (1) is also equipped with a turntable (2). The main body (301) is connected to the ice storage liner (1); An ice-blocking part (302) is connected to the main body part (301). The ice-blocking part (302) is disposed between the turntable rotation area of ​​the turntable (2) and the ice blocks stored in the ice storage liner (1). The ice-blocking part (302) is used to separate the turntable rotation area and the ice blocks. The turntable rotation area refers to the area from the ice outlet (102) to the ice inlet on the rotation trajectory of the turntable (2). The ice storage liner 1 has an ice storage space (101) inside. An ice outlet (102) is provided at the upper part of the ice storage space (101). The ice inlet refers to the entrance on the turntable where the ice blocks enter the turntable ice-supporting structure. The ice-blocking part (302) is a cantilever. One end of the ice-blocking part (302) is connected to the main body part (301), and the other end of the ice-blocking part (302) extends along the shape of the turntable rotation area.

2. The ice-blocking structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The shape and size of the ice-blocking part (302) are matched with the shape and size of the turntable rotation area.

3. The ice-blocking structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner edge of the ice-blocking part (302) is an arc-shaped edge concentric with the turntable (2).

4. The ice-blocking structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The ice-blocking part (302) is an arc-shaped ice-blocking part.

5. The ice-blocking structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ice-blocking structure also includes a reinforcement structure.

6. The ice-blocking structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The reinforcing structure is provided on the main body (301) and / or the ice-blocking part (302).

7. The ice-blocking structure according to claim 6, characterized in that, The reinforcing structure includes a rib (4) that protrudes from the main body (301) and / or the ice-blocking part (302) in a direction away from the turntable (2).

8. The ice-blocking structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main body (301) and the ice-blocking part (302) are provided with side folds (10) near the side wall of the ice storage liner (1), and the side folds (10) abut against the side wall of the ice storage liner (1).

9. The ice-blocking structure according to claim 8, characterized in that, The side fold (10) is connected to the main body (301) and the ice-blocking part (302) through a scratch-resistant rounded corner (11).

10. The ice-blocking structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, The ice-blocking structure also includes a connecting part (303). One end of the ice-blocking part (302) is connected to the main body part (301), and the other end of the ice-blocking part (302) extends along the shape of the turntable rotation area and is connected to the main body part (301) through the connecting part (303). The main body part (301) separates the ice outlet (102) of the ice storage liner (1) from the ice storage space (101) of the ice storage liner (1).

11. The ice-blocking structure according to claim 10, characterized in that, The connecting part (303) has an ice inlet (304), through which the ice block enters the turntable (2) and rotates with the turntable (2).

12. The ice-blocking structure according to claim 11, characterized in that, The ice inlet gap (304) is an arc-shaped ice inlet gap concentric with the turntable (2).

13. The ice-blocking structure according to claim 11, characterized in that, An ice-guiding structure is provided at the edge of the ice inlet (304) near the main body (301).

14. The ice-blocking structure according to claim 13, characterized in that, The ice guiding structure includes an ice guiding fold (5), and the angle between the plane of the ice guiding fold (5) and the plane of the ice inlet (304) is an acute angle.

15. The ice-blocking structure according to claim 14, characterized in that, The angle between the plane of the ice guide fold (5) and the plane of the ice inlet notch (304) is [40°, 50°].

16. The ice-blocking structure according to claim 10, characterized in that, The ice-blocking structure also includes a support structure, which includes a first support part (6). The first support part (6) is disposed on the main body part (301) and extends in a direction away from the ice block. The end of the first support part (6) away from the main body part (301) abuts against the inner wall of the ice storage liner (1).

17. The ice-blocking structure according to claim 16, characterized in that, The support structure also includes a second support part (7), which is disposed on the ice-blocking part (302) and extends in a direction away from the ice block. The end of the second support part (7) away from the ice-blocking part (302) abuts against the inner wall of the ice storage liner (1).

18. The ice-blocking structure according to claim 10, characterized in that, The main body (301) is provided with bending portions (8) on both sides. One end of the bending portion (8) is connected to the main body (301), and the other end extends away from the ice block. The bending portion (8) abuts against the inner wall of the ice storage liner (1).

19. The ice-blocking structure according to any one of claims 1-18, characterized in that, The main body (301) and the ice storage liner (1) are detachably connected via a connector (9).

20. The ice-blocking structure according to claim 19, characterized in that, The side wall of the ice storage liner (1) is clamped between the main body (301) and the connector (9) by fasteners.

21. An ice-making device, characterized in that, It includes an ice storage liner (1), wherein a turntable (2) is provided inside the ice storage liner (1) and an ice-blocking structure as described in any one of claims 1-20.

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