Intelligent water inlet method, device, blender and storage medium for high-speed blenders

Abstract

This invention belongs to the field of household appliance technology and discloses an intelligent water intake method, device, blender, and storage medium for a high-speed blender. The method includes: detecting the amount of ingredients in the blending chamber; obtaining the ratio information corresponding to user settings; determining the total amount of water required for cooking based on the amount of ingredients in the blending chamber and the ratio information; and controlling the water intake of the blender based on the total water intake. Through this method, the amount of ingredients in the blending chamber is automatically detected during the cooking process, and the water intake is intelligently adjusted according to user settings, resulting in a beverage with a suitable consistency, improving the taste, and preventing machine malfunctions such as burning at the bottom or motor overheating due to excessively thick beverages.

Description

[0001] Intelligent water inlet method, device, blender and storage medium for high-speed blenders Technical Field

[0002] This invention relates to the field of household appliance technology, and in particular to an intelligent water inlet method, device, blender, and storage medium for a high-speed blender. Background Technology

[0003] Currently, fully automatic blenders require users to select the ingredients and water volume after choosing the menu. However, due to unfamiliarity with the ingredient and water ratios, the resulting drinks are often either too thick or too thin, resulting in a poor taste. Furthermore, excessively viscous drinks can cause problems such as burning at the bottom of the blender and motor overheating during the blending process.

[0004] The above content is only used to help understand the technical solution of the present invention and does not represent an admission that the above content is prior art. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The main objective of this invention is to provide an intelligent water intake method, device, blender, and storage medium for a high-speed blender, aiming to solve the technical problem that the user's choice of water intake volume leads to drinks that are too thick or too thin, or even machine malfunctions.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides an intelligent water intake method for a blender, the method comprising the following steps:

[0007] Detect the amount of food in the mixing chamber;

[0008] Obtain the ratio information corresponding to the user settings;

[0009] The total amount of water required for cooking is determined based on the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber and the proportioning information.

[0010] The water intake of the blender is controlled according to the total water intake volume.

[0011] Optionally, the detection of the amount of food in the stirring chamber includes:

[0012] Control the water intake of the blender to the preset water level;

[0013] The amount of food in the mixing chamber is determined based on the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water inflow.

[0014] Optionally, controlling the water intake of the blender based on the total water volume includes:

[0015] The replenishment volume is determined based on the total inflow volume and the current inflow volume;

[0016] The water intake of the blender is controlled according to the stated water supply.

[0017] Optionally, before determining the total amount of water required for cooking based on the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber and the proportioning information, the method further includes:

[0018] Obtain configuration information input by the user;

[0019] Based on the configuration information, query the preset ratio library to determine the corresponding ingredient quantity conditions and the ratio information corresponding to the user settings;

[0020] When the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber meets the ingredient quantity condition, the step of determining the total amount of water required for cooking based on the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber and the proportion information is executed.

[0021] Optionally, the ingredient quantity condition includes a minimum allowable amount of cooking ingredients and a maximum allowable amount of cooking ingredients. When the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber is less than or equal to the maximum allowable amount of cooking ingredients and greater than or equal to the minimum allowable amount of cooking ingredients, it is determined that the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber meets the ingredient quantity condition.

[0022] Optionally, the method further includes:

[0023] An error message will be issued when at least one of the following conditions is detected:

[0024] During the process of controlling the water intake of the blender to the preset water level, it was detected that the current water intake was greater than the volume corresponding to the preset water level.

[0025] The amount of food determined based on the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water inflow is less than or equal to a preset threshold.

[0026] The amount of ingredients determined based on the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water inflow is lower than the minimum allowable amount of ingredients for cooking.

[0027] The amount of ingredients determined based on the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water inflow is higher than the maximum allowable amount of ingredients for cooking.

[0028] Optionally, the configuration information includes function level, ingredient type, and consistency preference;

[0029] After controlling the water intake of the blender according to the total water intake volume, the method further includes:

[0030] The ingredients in the mixing chamber are processed according to the working mode corresponding to the function level.

[0031] Furthermore, to achieve the above objectives, the present invention also proposes an intelligent water inlet device for a high-speed blender, the intelligent water inlet device comprising:

[0032] The detection module is used to detect the amount of food in the mixing chamber;

[0033] The acquisition module is used to acquire the ratio information corresponding to the user settings;

[0034] The determining module is used to determine the total amount of water required for cooking based on the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber and the proportioning information;

[0035] The water inlet control module is used to control the water intake of the blender according to the total water intake volume.

[0036] Furthermore, to achieve the above objectives, the present invention also proposes a blender, the blender comprising: a memory, a processor, and an intelligent water intake program for the blender stored in the memory and executable on the processor, the intelligent water intake program for the blender being configured to implement the intelligent water intake method for the blender as described above.

[0037] In addition, to achieve the above objectives, the present invention also proposes a storage medium storing an intelligent water intake program for a blender, wherein the intelligent water intake program for the blender, when executed by a processor, implements the intelligent water intake method for the blender as described above.

[0038] In addition, to achieve the above objectives, the present invention also proposes an intelligent water intake method for a blender, the blender including a main unit and a stirring cup disposed in the main unit, wherein a stirring chamber is formed inside the stirring cup;

[0039] The blender also includes a water inlet device, which has a water inlet flow path. The outlet of the water inlet flow path is connected to the mixing chamber. A water pump and a flow meter are provided on the water inlet flow path.

[0040] The blender also includes a water level detection component for detecting the water level in the mixing chamber;

[0041] The intelligent water intake method of the blender includes:

[0042] Turn on the water pump to supply water into the mixing chamber through the water inlet path, and use the flow meter to detect the water inlet volume in real time;

[0043] When the water level in the mixing chamber is detected by the water level detection component to have reached the preset water level, the water pump is controlled to stop water intake, and the amount of food in the mixing chamber is determined according to the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water intake.

[0044] Obtain the ratio information corresponding to the user settings;

[0045] The total amount of water required for cooking is determined based on the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber and the proportioning information.

[0046] The water pump is controlled to supply water to the mixing chamber according to the total water intake.

[0047] Optionally, the water level detection component includes a water level probe, which is disposed inside the stirring chamber. The height of the water level probe from the bottom wall of the stirring chamber is H1, and the depth of the stirring chamber is H2, where H2 / 3≤H1≤2H2 / 3.

[0048] Optionally, controlling the water pump to supply water to the mixing chamber according to the total inlet water volume includes:

[0049] The replenishment volume is determined based on the total inflow volume and the current inflow volume;

[0050] Turn on the water pump to supply water to the mixing chamber through the water inlet path;

[0051] When the flow meter detects that the incoming water volume has reached the required replenishment volume, the water pump is controlled to stop supplying water.

[0052] Optionally, the blender also includes a prompting component;

[0053] The method further includes:

[0054] An abnormality alert is issued by the alerting component when at least one of the following conditions is detected:

[0055] During the process of controlling the water intake of the blender to the preset water level, it was detected that the current water intake was greater than the volume corresponding to the preset water level.

[0056] The amount of food determined based on the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water inflow is less than or equal to a preset threshold.

[0057] The amount of ingredients determined based on the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water inflow is lower than the minimum allowable amount of ingredients for cooking.

[0058] The amount of ingredients determined based on the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water inflow is higher than the maximum allowable amount of ingredients for cooking.

[0059] This invention automatically detects the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber during the cooking process and intelligently adjusts the water intake according to user settings, so that the cooked beverage has the right consistency, improving the taste of the beverage, while avoiding machine malfunctions such as burning at the bottom or motor overheating protection caused by the beverage being too viscous. Attached Figure Description

[0060] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the blender involved in the embodiment of the present invention;

[0061] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the control module included in the blender according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0062] Figure 3 This is a flowchart illustrating the first embodiment of the intelligent water intake method for the blender of the present invention;

[0063] Figure 4 This is a flowchart illustrating the second embodiment of the intelligent water intake method for the blender of the present invention;

[0064] Figure 5 This is a flowchart illustrating the third embodiment of the intelligent water intake method for the blender of the present invention;

[0065] Figure 6 This is a structural block diagram of the first embodiment of the intelligent water inlet device of the blender of the present invention;

[0066] Figure 7 This is a flowchart illustrating the fourth embodiment of the intelligent water intake method for the blender of the present invention.

[0067] The realization of the objective, functional features and advantages of the present invention will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0068] It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of the invention.

[0069] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a blender in the hardware operating environment of an embodiment of the present invention.

[0070] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the blender involved in the embodiments of the present invention; as shown. Figure 2 As shown, the blender of this embodiment of the invention includes at least a stirring chamber 1, a water inlet and metering component 2, a heating component 3, a temperature measuring element 4, a motor and stirring blade component 5, a discharge valve 6, and a control module (not shown in the figure).

[0071] In a specific implementation, the water inlet and metering component 2 may include a water tank, a water pump, and a Hall effect flow meter. The water tank is used for water storage, the water pump is used to draw water from the water tank into the mixing chamber 1 under the control of the control module, and the Hall effect flow meter is used to measure the amount of water drawn from the water tank into the mixing chamber 1. Optionally, an inlet valve is also provided. During water intake, the control module controls the inlet valve to open, and after water intake is completed, the control module controls the inlet valve to close. Optionally, refer to... Figure 1 The blender is also equipped with a water level detection component 7, which includes a water level probe for detecting the water level of the slurry in the mixing chamber 1. The water level probe is set on the cup wall at a height of 1 / 3 to 2 / 3 of the height of the mixing chamber. When a "water level probe-liquid-stirring blade" loop is formed, it can be detected by the circuit board.

[0072] In its specific implementation, the heating component 3 is used to heat the mixture in the stirring chamber 1 under the control of the control module. Optionally, the heating component 3 has three heating modes: full-power heating mode, medium-power heating mode, and low-power heating mode. The temperature sensing element 4 is disposed in the stirring chamber 1 to measure the temperature inside the stirring chamber 1 and send the measured temperature to the control module. The motor and stirring blade assembly 5 includes a motor and a stirring blade. The motor rotates under the control of the control module, driving the stirring blade to stir and pulverize the mixture in the stirring chamber 1.

[0073] In a specific implementation, the discharge valve 6 is located at the bottom of the mixing chamber 1. During discharge, the control module controls the discharge valve 6 to open, thereby discharging the mixture from the mixing chamber 1. When discharge is complete, the control module controls the discharge valve 6 to close. Optionally, refer to... Figure 1 The discharge valve 6 is a three-way valve. The first end is connected to the mixing chamber 1, the second end is connected to the detachable pipe 8, and the third end is connected to the wastewater box 10 through the guide pipe 9. It is also equipped with a detachable receiving cup 11, which is used to collect the mixture discharged from the mixing chamber 1 from the detachable pipe.

[0074] Reference Figure 2 , Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the control module included in the blender according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0075] like Figure 2 As shown, the control module of this blender may include: a processor 1001, such as a central processing unit (CPU), a communication bus 1002, a user interface 1003, a network interface 1004, and a memory 1005. The communication bus 1002 is used to enable communication between these components. The user interface 1003 may include a display screen and an input unit such as a keyboard; optionally, the user interface 1003 may also include a standard wired interface or a wireless interface. The network interface 1004 may optionally include a standard wired interface or a wireless interface (such as a Wireless-Fidelity (Wi-Fi) interface). The memory 1005 may be high-speed random access memory (RAM) or stable non-volatile memory (NVM), such as a disk drive. The memory 1005 may also optionally be a storage device independent of the aforementioned processor 1001.

[0076] Those skilled in the art will understand that Figure 2 The structure shown does not constitute a limitation on the blender and may include more or fewer parts than shown, or combine certain parts, or have different arrangements of parts.

[0077] like Figure 2 As shown, the memory 1005, which serves as a storage medium, may include an operating system, a network communication module, a user interface module, and a smart water intake program for the blender.

[0078] exist Figure 2 In the blender shown, the network interface 1004 is mainly used for data communication with the network server; the user interface 1003 is mainly used for data interaction with the user; the processor 1001 and the memory 1005 in the blender of the present invention can be set in the blender. The blender calls the intelligent water intake program of the blender stored in the memory 1005 through the processor 1001 and executes the intelligent water intake method of the blender provided in the embodiment of the present invention.

[0079] This invention provides an intelligent water intake method for a blender, referring to... Figure 3 , Figure 3 This is a flowchart illustrating the first embodiment of the intelligent water intake method for the blender of the present invention.

[0080] In this embodiment, the intelligent water intake method of the blender includes the following steps:

[0081] Step S10: Detect the amount of food in the mixing chamber.

[0082] Understandably, the amount of ingredients refers to their volume. The user places ingredients into the blender's mixing chamber, inputs the cooking settings, and starts cooking. The blender automatically detects the amount of ingredients added. Optionally, a weight sensor is included. After the user adds ingredients and inputs the cooking settings, the sensor detects the weight of the ingredients, queries the corresponding density information based on the type of ingredients set by the user, and calculates the volume of the ingredients based on the weight and density information, thus obtaining the amount of ingredients. Optionally, multiple water intake stages are set. In the first water intake stage, the volume of ingredients is calculated by detecting the water level and the amount of water entering, thereby determining the amount of ingredients.

[0083] Step S20: Obtain the ratio information corresponding to the user settings.

[0084] It should be noted that the ratio information mainly refers to the ratio between the amount of ingredients and the amount of water. The blender has multiple function buttons, through which users input settings, including the function level, ingredient type, and consistency preference. Optionally, the blender's internal storage unit stores a pre-set ratio library. The blender retrieves the ratio information from the library based on the user's input settings to determine the corresponding ratio. For example, if the user selects the soy milk function, chooses soybeans as the ingredient type, and selects a medium consistency preference, the ratio information can be determined by querying the ratio library using the soy milk function, soybean type, and medium consistency. Optionally, the blender has a network connection, allowing it to retrieve real-time updated ratio information corresponding to the user's settings from a server or a networked big data service.

[0085] Step S30: Determine the total amount of water required for cooking based on the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber and the proportioning information.

[0086] It should be understood that, with an example: Suppose the ratio information corresponding to the user settings is ingredient quantity: total water intake = 1:2, the detected ingredient quantity is 'a', and the total water intake can be calculated as 2a based on the ingredient quantity and ratio information.

[0087] Step S40: Control the water intake of the blender according to the total water intake.

[0088] It should be noted that the water intake process in this embodiment can be a single intake, that is, the water pump is directly controlled to draw water from the tank into the stirring chamber, and the current water intake is measured by a Hall effect flow meter. When the current water intake reaches the determined total water intake, the water intake is stopped, and the conventional cooking and pulping process is then carried out. For example, the water is heated to the boiling point, and boiling and stirring / pulverizing steps are performed. After cooking is completed, the pulp is drained. Optionally, the water intake process in this embodiment can be multiple intakes, with water added in conjunction with other cooking steps during the cooking process. The sum of the multiple intakes is equal to the total water intake determined in step S30.

[0089] In this embodiment, the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber is automatically detected during the cooking process, and the water intake is intelligently adjusted according to the user settings to ensure that the consistency of the cooked beverage is appropriate, thereby improving the taste of the beverage. At the same time, it avoids machine malfunctions such as burning at the bottom or motor overheating protection caused by the beverage being too viscous.

[0090] refer to Figure 4 , Figure 4 This is a flowchart illustrating the second embodiment of the intelligent water intake method for the blender of the present invention.

[0091] Based on the first embodiment described above, step S10 of the intelligent water intake method for the blender in this embodiment includes:

[0092] Step S101: Control the water intake of the blender to the preset water level.

[0093] It should be understood that the preset water level can be selected as the position corresponding to the preset volume when the mixing cup is empty. The water level is detected by the water level probe, and when the current water level reaches the preset water level, the water pump is controlled to stop water intake.

[0094] Step S102: Determine the amount of food in the mixing chamber based on the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water inflow.

[0095] It should be noted that the blender is equipped with a Hall effect flow meter to measure the amount of water drawn from the water tank into the blending chamber. The amount of food in the blending chamber is calculated using the following formula: Vf = Vt - Vc, where Vf represents the amount of food in the blending chamber, Vt represents the volume corresponding to the preset water level, and Vc represents the current water flow. In practice, if Vc > Vt is detected, it indicates that the water level probe may be malfunctioning, and a corresponding error message will be issued.

[0096] Accordingly, step S40 includes: determining the replenishment water volume based on the total inlet water volume and the current inlet water volume; and controlling the water intake of the blender based on the replenishment water volume.

[0097] It should be understood that the water intake process in this embodiment includes two steps. The first step is to add water to a preset water level to detect the amount of food ingredients. Based on the amount of food ingredients and user settings, the total water intake is determined. The second step is to add water to reach the determined total water intake. In specific implementation, the additional water intake Vn is calculated based on the current water intake (already added water) Vc and the determined total water intake Vs: Vn = Vs - Vc. If Vn <= 0, it indicates that the water intake in the first step has met the requirements, and the second water intake step does not need to be executed. If Vn > 0, the blender is controlled to add water Vn.

[0098] This embodiment has two water intake steps. In the first water intake step, the amount of ingredients is calculated by the water intake volume and the volume indicated by the preset water level. No additional hardware is required, which reduces development costs. The water intake volume is intelligently adjusted according to the detected amount of ingredients, so that the consistency of the cooked beverage is appropriate and the taste of the beverage is improved.

[0099] refer to Figure 5 , Figure 5 This is a flowchart illustrating the third embodiment of the intelligent water intake method for the blender of the present invention.

[0100] Based on the second embodiment described above, the intelligent water intake method for the blender in this embodiment further includes, before step S30:

[0101] Step S201: Obtain the configuration information input by the user.

[0102] It should be understood that a blender includes an input unit, which can be a function button, a control panel touch screen, or a remote control for near-field control of the blender. Users make settings and selections through the input unit, and the blender reads the user's input instructions and determines the corresponding configuration information.

[0103] Step S202: Query the preset ratio library according to the configuration information to determine the corresponding ingredient quantity conditions and the ratio information corresponding to the user settings.

[0104] It should be noted that, optionally, a preset ratio library is pre-installed within the machine program, storing the mapping relationship between configuration information and ratio information. Optionally, the preset ratio library is updated in real time via a server or a networked big data service. The system queries the configuration information input by the user to determine the corresponding ingredient quantity conditions and ratio information. Ingredient quantity conditions can be a range of permissible cooking ingredient quantities, or a minimum and maximum permissible cooking ingredient quantity.

[0105] When the amount of food in the mixing chamber meets the specified food quantity condition, step S30 is executed.

[0106] It should be understood that the process involves determining whether the amount of food being tested meets the conditions for the amount of food being queried. If the conditions are met, the total amount of water to be added is calculated based on the amount of food being tested and the ratio information found. Then, water intake control is implemented based on the total amount of water to be added.

[0107] Furthermore, the ingredient quantity condition includes a minimum allowable amount of cooking ingredients and a maximum allowable amount of cooking ingredients. When the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber is less than or equal to the maximum allowable amount of cooking ingredients and greater than or equal to the minimum allowable amount of cooking ingredients, it is determined that the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber meets the ingredient quantity condition.

[0108] It should be noted that, assuming the minimum allowable amount of food to be cooked is Vmin and the maximum allowable amount of food to be cooked is Vmax, if the relationship between the amount of food Vf in the mixing chamber and Vmin and Vmax is as follows: Vmin≤Vf≤Vmax, then the food quantity condition is satisfied.

[0109] Furthermore, the method also includes issuing an exception notification when at least one of the following conditions is detected:

[0110] During the process of controlling the water intake of the blender to the preset water level, it was detected that the current water intake was greater than the volume corresponding to the preset water level.

[0111] The amount of food determined based on the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water inflow is less than or equal to a preset threshold.

[0112] The amount of ingredients determined based on the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water inflow is lower than the minimum allowable amount of ingredients for cooking.

[0113] The amount of ingredients determined based on the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water inflow is higher than the maximum allowable amount of ingredients for cooking.

[0114] It should be understood that when the current inflow rate Vc > the volume Vt corresponding to the preset water level, it indicates that the water level probe has failed, the system will stop working and issue an error message. The preset threshold is 0. If the determined amount of food in the mixing chamber Vf ≤ 0, it indicates that the user has not added any food or that the flow meter or water level probe is malfunctioning, and the system will stop working and issue an error message. If the determined amount of food in the mixing chamber Vf < Vmin, it indicates that the amount of food added by the user is too small, and the system will stop working and issue an error message. If the determined amount of food in the mixing chamber Vf > Vmax, it indicates that the amount of food added by the user is too large, and the system will stop working and issue an error message.

[0115] Furthermore, the configuration information includes function level, ingredient type, and consistency preference; after step S40, the method further includes: processing the ingredients in the mixing chamber according to the working mode corresponding to the function level.

[0116] It's important to note that the function settings indicate the blender's operating mode, such as cooking, juicing, grinding, etc. Different operating modes correspond to different computer programs. The blender calls the corresponding computer program based on the user-input configuration information to execute the corresponding operating mode. Ingredient types include beans, vegetables, fruits, meats, etc., and can also be mixed types, such as a mixture of vegetables and fruits. The consistency preference indicates that the higher the consistency, the less water is required. Optionally, the consistency preference corresponds to multiple levels from high to low; for example, three levels: low, medium, and high consistency. The preset ratio library stores the mapping relationship between function settings, ingredient types, consistency preferences, and ratio information. By matching the user-set function, ingredients, and consistency preference with the corresponding ratio information, and combining this with the amount of ingredients, the total amount of water input is determined, achieving intelligent water input control for the blender.

[0117] The method of this embodiment will be described below with reference to examples:

[0118] 1. The user sets the function level, ingredient type, consistency preference, etc., and adds ingredients to start cooking. At this time, the machine program obtains the minimum allowable amount of cooking ingredients Vmin and the maximum allowable amount of cooking ingredients Vmax from the recipe library.

[0119] 2. Control the blender to start water intake, simultaneously measuring the water intake and monitoring the water level probe. The water level probe trigger is set at a position where the volume of the mixing cup is Vt when empty. Proceed to the next step when one of the following conditions is met:

[0120] Water level probe triggered;

[0121] The flow meter detects that the inflow rate Vc > Vt (to avoid the situation where the water level probe fails).

[0122] 3. Assuming that when the water level probe is triggered, the flow rate monitored by the flow meter is Vc, then the amount of food in the mixing chamber is Vf = Vt - Vc:

[0123] If Vf≤0, it indicates that the user has not added any ingredients or that the flow meter or water level probe is detecting an abnormality. The system will then exit and display an error message.

[0124] If Vf < Vmin, it means that the amount of ingredients added by the user is less than the minimum allowed amount of ingredients for cooking. The process will be terminated and a message will be displayed indicating that the amount of ingredients is too small.

[0125] If Vmin≤Vf≥Vmax, it indicates that the amount of ingredients added by the user is within the allowable range. The set water volume Vs that matches the function, ingredients and consistency preference is obtained from the formula library, and then proceed to the next step.

[0126] If Vf > Vmax, it means that the amount of ingredients added by the user exceeds the maximum allowed amount of ingredients for cooking. The program will then exit and display a message indicating that there are too many ingredients.

[0127] 4. Based on the already influent volume Vc and the influent volume Vs obtained in the previous step, calculate the subsequent influent volume Vn = Vs - Vc:

[0128] If Vn<=0, then the water intake has met the demand, no more water is needed, proceed to the next step;

[0129] If Vn>0, then water is introduced into the system (Vn). After the water introduction is complete, proceed to the next step.

[0130] 5. Perform the routine cooking and pulping process: heat the entire machine to the boiling point, and carry out the boiling, stirring and crushing steps. After cooking, drain the pulp.

[0131] In this embodiment, on the one hand, the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber is automatically detected during the cooking process, and the water intake is intelligently adjusted according to the settings input by the user, so that the consistency of the cooked beverage is appropriate and the taste of the beverage is improved. On the other hand, the amount of ingredients is monitored to avoid the beverage being bland and tasteless due to insufficient ingredients, and to avoid problems such as liquid overflow, burning at the bottom, and motor overheating protection caused by insufficient ingredients.

[0132] Furthermore, this embodiment of the invention also proposes a storage medium storing a smart water intake program for a blender. When the smart water intake program for the blender is executed by a processor, it implements the smart water intake method for the blender as described above.

[0133] Since this storage medium adopts all the technical solutions of all the above embodiments, it has at least all the beneficial effects brought about by the technical solutions of the above embodiments, which will not be repeated here.

[0134] Reference Figure 6 , Figure 6 This is a structural block diagram of the first embodiment of the intelligent water inlet device of the blender of the present invention.

[0135] like Figure 6 As shown, the intelligent water inlet device for the blender proposed in this embodiment of the invention includes:

[0136] The detection module 10 is used to detect the amount of food in the mixing chamber.

[0137] Understandably, the amount of ingredients refers to their volume. The user places ingredients into the blender's mixing chamber, inputs the cooking settings, and starts cooking. The blender automatically detects the amount of ingredients added. Optionally, a weight sensor is included. After the user adds ingredients and inputs the cooking settings, the sensor detects the weight of the ingredients, queries the corresponding density information based on the type of ingredients set by the user, and calculates the volume of the ingredients based on the weight and density information, thus obtaining the amount of ingredients. Optionally, multiple water intake stages are set. In the first water intake stage, the volume of ingredients is calculated by detecting the water level and the amount of water entering, thereby determining the amount of ingredients.

[0138] The acquisition module 20 is used to acquire the ratio information corresponding to the user settings.

[0139] It should be noted that the ratio information mainly refers to the ratio between the amount of ingredients and the amount of water. The blender has multiple function buttons, through which users input settings, including the function level, ingredient type, and consistency preference. Optionally, the blender's internal storage unit stores a pre-set ratio library. The blender retrieves the ratio information from the library based on the user's input settings to determine the corresponding ratio. For example, if the user selects the soy milk function, chooses soybeans as the ingredient type, and selects a medium consistency preference, the ratio information can be determined by querying the ratio library using the soy milk function, soybean type, and medium consistency. Optionally, the blender has a network connection, allowing it to retrieve real-time updated ratio information corresponding to the user's settings from a server or a networked big data service.

[0140] The determining module 30 is used to determine the total amount of water required for cooking based on the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber and the proportioning information.

[0141] It should be understood that, with an example: Suppose the ratio information corresponding to the user settings is ingredient quantity: total water intake = 1:2, the detected ingredient quantity is 'a', and the total water intake can be calculated as 2a based on the ingredient quantity and ratio information.

[0142] The water inlet control module 40 is used to control the water intake of the blender according to the total water intake volume.

[0143] It should be noted that the water intake process in this embodiment can be a single intake, that is, the water pump is directly controlled to draw water from the tank into the stirring chamber, and the current water intake is measured by a Hall effect flow meter. When the current water intake reaches the determined total water intake, the water intake is stopped, and the conventional cooking and pulping process is then carried out. For example, the water is heated to the boiling point, and boiling and stirring / pulverizing steps are performed. After cooking is completed, the pulp is drained. Optionally, the water intake process in this embodiment can be multiple intakes, with water added in conjunction with other cooking steps during the cooking process. The sum of the multiple intakes is equal to the total water intake determined in step S30.

[0144] It should be understood that the above are merely illustrative examples and do not constitute any limitation on the technical solutions of the present invention. In specific applications, those skilled in the art can make settings as needed, and the present invention does not impose any restrictions on this.

[0145] In this embodiment, the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber is automatically detected during the cooking process, and the water intake is intelligently adjusted according to the user settings to ensure that the consistency of the cooked beverage is appropriate, thereby improving the taste of the beverage. At the same time, it avoids machine malfunctions such as burning at the bottom or motor overheating protection caused by the beverage being too viscous.

[0146] It should be noted that the workflow described above is merely illustrative and does not limit the scope of protection of this invention. In practical applications, those skilled in the art can select some or all of the workflow to achieve the purpose of this embodiment according to actual needs, and no restrictions are imposed here.

[0147] In addition, for technical details not described in detail in this embodiment, please refer to the intelligent water intake method of the blender provided in any embodiment of the present invention, which will not be repeated here.

[0148] Reference Figure 7 , Figure 7 This is a flowchart illustrating the fourth embodiment of the intelligent water intake method for the blender of the present invention.

[0149] like Figure 7 As shown, the blender of the present invention includes a main unit and a stirring cup disposed in the main unit, wherein a stirring chamber is formed inside the stirring cup;

[0150] The blender also includes a water inlet device, which has a water inlet flow path. The outlet of the water inlet flow path is connected to the mixing chamber. A water pump and a flow meter are provided on the water inlet flow path.

[0151] The blender also includes a water level detection component for detecting the water level in the mixing chamber;

[0152] The intelligent water intake method of the blender includes:

[0153] Step S01: Turn on the water pump to supply water to the mixing chamber through the water inlet flow path, and use the flow meter to detect the water inlet volume in real time.

[0154] Step S02: When the water level in the mixing chamber is detected by the water level detection component to have reached the preset water level, the water pump is controlled to stop water intake, and the amount of food in the mixing chamber is determined according to the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water intake.

[0155] It should be understood that the flow meter can be a Hall effect flow meter, used to measure the amount of water drawn from the water tank into the mixing cup. The preset water level can be selected as the position corresponding to the preset volume when the mixing cup is empty. The water level is detected by the water level detection component. When the current water level reaches the preset water level, the water pump is controlled to stop the water intake. The water level detection component includes a water level probe, which is set at the position corresponding to the preset water level. When a "water level probe-liquid-mixing blade" loop is formed, it can be detected by the circuit board, that is, the water level is detected to have reached the preset water level.

[0156] It should be noted that the amount of food in the mixing cup is calculated using the following formula: Vf = Vt - Vc, where Vf represents the amount of food in the mixing cup, Vt represents the volume corresponding to the preset water level, and Vc represents the current water inflow. In practice, if Vc > Vt is detected, it indicates that the water level probe may be malfunctioning, and a corresponding error message will be issued.

[0157] Step S03: Obtain the ratio information corresponding to the user settings.

[0158] In practical implementation, the ratio information mainly refers to the ratio between the amount of ingredients and the amount of water. The blender has multiple function buttons, through which users input settings, including the function level, ingredient type, and consistency preference. Optionally, the blender's internal storage unit stores a pre-set ratio library. The user's input settings are used to query the ratio library to determine the ratio information relevant to their settings. For example, if a user selects the soy milk function, chooses soybeans as the ingredient type, and selects a medium consistency preference, the ratio information is determined by querying the ratio library using the soy milk function, soybean type, and medium consistency. Optionally, the blender has a network connection, allowing it to query real-time updated ratio information corresponding to the user's settings from a server or a networked big data service.

[0159] Step S04: Determine the total amount of water required for cooking based on the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber and the proportioning information.

[0160] It should be understood that, with an example: Suppose the ratio information corresponding to the user settings is ingredient quantity: total water intake = 1:2, the detected ingredient quantity is 'a', and the total water intake can be calculated as 2a based on the ingredient quantity and ratio information.

[0161] Step S05: Control the water pump to supply water to the mixing chamber according to the total water intake.

[0162] Optionally, the water level detection component includes a water level probe, which is disposed inside the stirring chamber. The height of the water level probe from the bottom wall of the stirring chamber is H1, and the depth of the stirring chamber is H2, where H2 / 3≤H1≤2H2 / 3.

[0163] It should be noted that the water level probe is set at a height between 1 / 3 and 2 / 3 of the height of the mixing cup. This avoids errors caused by insufficient water in detecting the amount of food, which may result in the food not being fully submerged. At the same time, it also avoids overflow caused by excessive water in detecting the amount of food, thereby improving the accuracy of food quantity detection and thus improving the precision of water quantity control.

[0164] Further, step S05 includes: determining the replenishment water volume based on the total inlet water volume and the current inlet water volume; turning on the water pump to supply water to the mixing chamber through the inlet water flow path; and controlling the water pump to stop inlet water when the inlet water volume is detected by the flow meter to reach the replenishment water volume.

[0165] It should be understood that the water intake process in this embodiment includes two steps. The first step is to add water to a preset water level to detect the amount of food ingredients. Based on the amount of food ingredients and user settings, the total water intake is determined. The second step is to add water to reach the determined total water intake. In specific implementation, the additional water intake Vn is calculated based on the current water intake (already added water) Vc and the determined total water intake Vs: Vn = Vs - Vc. If Vn <= 0, it indicates that the water intake in the first step has met the requirements, and the second water intake step does not need to be executed. If Vn > 0, the blender is controlled to add water Vn.

[0166] Optionally, the blender further includes a prompting component; the method further includes:

[0167] An abnormality alert is issued by the alerting component when at least one of the following conditions is detected:

[0168] During the process of controlling the water intake of the blender to the preset water level, it was detected that the current water intake was greater than the volume corresponding to the preset water level.

[0169] The amount of food determined based on the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water inflow is less than or equal to a preset threshold.

[0170] The amount of ingredients determined based on the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water inflow is lower than the minimum allowable amount of ingredients for cooking.

[0171] The amount of ingredients determined based on the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water inflow is higher than the maximum allowable amount of ingredients for cooking.

[0172] It should be noted that when the current inflow rate Vc > the volume Vt corresponding to the preset water level, it indicates that the water level probe has failed, the system will stop working and issue an error message. The preset threshold is 0. If the determined amount of food in the mixing cup Vf ≤ 0, it indicates that the user has not added any food or that the flow meter or water level probe is malfunctioning, the system will stop working and issue an error message. If the determined amount of food in the mixing cup Vf < Vmin, it indicates that the user has added too little food, the system will stop working and issue an error message. If the determined amount of food in the mixing cup Vf > Vmax, it indicates that the user has added too much food, the system will stop working and issue an error message.

[0173] It should be understood that the above are merely illustrative examples and do not constitute any limitation on the technical solutions of the present invention. In specific applications, those skilled in the art can make settings as needed, and the present invention does not impose any restrictions on this.

[0174] This embodiment has two water intake steps. In the first water intake step, the amount of ingredients is calculated by the water intake volume and the volume indicated by the preset water level. No additional hardware is required, which reduces development costs. The water intake volume is intelligently adjusted according to the detected amount of ingredients, so that the consistency of the cooked beverage is appropriate and the taste of the beverage is improved.

[0175] It should be noted that the workflow described above is merely illustrative and does not limit the scope of protection of this invention. In practical applications, those skilled in the art can select some or all of the workflow to achieve the purpose of this embodiment according to actual needs, and no restrictions are imposed here.

[0176] In addition, for technical details not described in detail in this embodiment, please refer to the intelligent water intake method of the blender provided in any embodiment of the present invention, which will not be repeated here.

[0177] Furthermore, it should be noted that, in this document, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or system that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or system. Unless otherwise specified, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or system that includes that element.

[0178] The sequence numbers of the above embodiments of the present invention are for descriptive purposes only and do not represent the superiority or inferiority of the embodiments.

[0179] Through the above description of the embodiments, those skilled in the art can clearly understand that the methods of the above embodiments can be implemented by means of software plus necessary general-purpose hardware platforms. Of course, they can also be implemented by hardware, but in many cases the former is a better implementation method. Based on this understanding, the technical solution of the present invention, or the part that contributes to the prior art, can be embodied in the form of a software product. This computer software product is stored in a storage medium (such as read-only memory (ROM) / RAM, magnetic disk, optical disk) and includes several instructions to cause a terminal device (which may be a mobile phone, computer, server, or network device, etc.) to execute the methods described in the various embodiments of the present invention.

[0180] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention and do not limit the scope of the patent. Any equivalent structural or procedural transformations made based on the description and drawings of the present invention, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are similarly included within the scope of patent protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A smart water intake method for a high-speed blender, characterized in that, The intelligent water intake method of the blender includes: Detect the amount of food in the mixing chamber; Obtain the ratio information corresponding to the user settings; The total amount of water required for cooking is determined based on the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber and the proportioning information. The water intake of the blender is controlled according to the total water intake volume.

2. The intelligent water inlet method for a blender as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The detection of the amount of food in the mixing chamber includes: Control the water intake of the blender to the preset water level; The amount of food in the mixing chamber is determined based on the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water inflow.

3. The intelligent water inlet method for a blender as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The method of controlling the water intake of the blender according to the total water intake includes: The replenishment volume is determined based on the total inflow volume and the current inflow volume; The water intake of the blender is controlled according to the stated water supply.

4. The intelligent water inlet method for a blender as described in claim 2, characterized in that, Before determining the total amount of water required for cooking based on the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber and the proportioning information, the method further includes: Obtain configuration information input by the user; Based on the configuration information, query the preset ratio library to determine the corresponding ingredient quantity conditions and the ratio information corresponding to the user settings; When the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber meets the ingredient quantity condition, the step of determining the total amount of water required for cooking based on the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber and the proportion information is executed.

5. The intelligent water inlet method for a blender as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The ingredient quantity condition includes a minimum allowable amount of cooking ingredients and a maximum allowable amount of cooking ingredients. When the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber is less than or equal to the maximum allowable amount of cooking ingredients and greater than or equal to the minimum allowable amount of cooking ingredients, it is determined that the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber meets the ingredient quantity condition.

6. The intelligent water inlet method for a blender as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The method further includes: An error message will be issued when at least one of the following conditions is detected: During the process of controlling the water intake of the blender to the preset water level, it was detected that the current water intake was greater than the volume corresponding to the preset water level. The amount of food determined based on the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water inflow is less than or equal to a preset threshold. The amount of ingredients determined based on the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water inflow is lower than the minimum allowable amount of ingredients for cooking. The amount of ingredients determined based on the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water inflow is higher than the maximum allowable amount of ingredients for cooking.

7. The intelligent water inlet method for the blender as described in any one of claims 4-6, characterized in that, The configuration information includes the function level, ingredient type, and consistency preference; After controlling the water intake of the blender according to the total water intake volume, the method further includes: The ingredients in the mixing chamber are processed according to the working mode corresponding to the function level.

8. An intelligent water inlet device for a high-speed blender, characterized in that, The intelligent water inlet device of the blender includes: The detection module is used to detect the amount of food in the mixing chamber; The acquisition module is used to acquire the ratio information corresponding to the user settings; The determining module is used to determine the total amount of water required for cooking based on the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber and the proportioning information; The water inlet control module is used to control the water intake of the blender according to the total water intake volume.

9. A high-speed blender, characterized in that, The blender includes: a memory, a processor, and an intelligent water intake program for the blender stored in the memory and executable on the processor, the intelligent water intake program being configured to implement the intelligent water intake method of the blender as described in any one of claims 1 to 7.

10. A storage medium, characterized in that, The storage medium stores a smart water intake program for the blender, which, when executed by the processor, implements the smart water intake method for the blender as described in any one of claims 1 to 7.

11. A smart water intake method for a high-speed blender, characterized in that, The blender includes a main unit and a mixing cup disposed in the main unit, wherein a mixing chamber is formed inside the mixing cup; The blender also includes a water inlet device, which has a water inlet flow path. The outlet of the water inlet flow path is connected to the mixing chamber. A water pump and a flow meter are provided on the water inlet flow path. The blender also includes a water level detection component for detecting the water level in the mixing chamber; The intelligent water intake method of the blender includes: Turn on the water pump to supply water into the mixing chamber through the water inlet path, and use the flow meter to detect the water inlet volume in real time; When the water level in the mixing chamber is detected by the water level detection component to have reached the preset water level, the water pump is controlled to stop water intake, and the amount of food in the mixing chamber is determined according to the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water intake. Obtain the ratio information corresponding to the user settings; The total amount of water required for cooking is determined based on the amount of ingredients in the mixing chamber and the proportioning information. The water pump is controlled to supply water to the mixing chamber according to the total water intake.

12. The intelligent water inlet method for a blender as described in claim 11, characterized in that, The water level detection component includes a water level probe, which is located inside the stirring chamber. The height of the water level probe from the bottom wall of the stirring chamber is H1, and the depth of the stirring chamber is H2, where H2 / 3 ≤ H1 ≤ 2H2 / 3.

13. The intelligent water inlet method for a blender as described in claim 11, characterized in that, The step of controlling the water pump to supply water to the mixing chamber according to the total inlet water volume includes: The replenishment volume is determined based on the total inflow volume and the current inflow volume; Turn on the water pump to supply water to the mixing chamber through the water inlet path; When the flow meter detects that the incoming water volume has reached the required replenishment volume, the water pump is controlled to stop supplying water.

14. The intelligent water inlet method for a blender as described in claim 11, characterized in that, The blender also includes a prompting component; The method further includes: An abnormality alert is issued by the alerting component when at least one of the following conditions is detected: During the process of controlling the water intake of the blender to the preset water level, it was detected that the current water intake was greater than the volume corresponding to the preset water level. The amount of food determined based on the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water inflow is less than or equal to a preset threshold. The amount of ingredients determined based on the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water inflow is lower than the minimum allowable amount of ingredients for cooking. The amount of ingredients determined based on the volume corresponding to the preset water level and the current water inflow is higher than the maximum allowable amount of ingredients for cooking.

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