An automated food steaming oven

Abstract

The application discloses an automatic food steaming oven, which comprises a feeding module, a steam heating module, a transfer module, a heat preservation module, a detection module and a control module; the steam heating module is arranged in a square shape, and the feeding module is arranged on one side of the steam heating module in a first direction; the heat preservation module is provided with two heat preservation modules, one of which is arranged on one side of the steam heating module in a second direction, and the other is arranged on one side of the steam heating module in a third direction; the heat preservation module is provided with a food taking-out window on one side of the steam heating module in a fourth direction; the transfer module is arranged in the steam heating module; the detection module is used for detecting real-time working parameters of the steaming oven and feeding the real-time working parameters to the control module; the control module controls each module of the steaming oven to work based on the real-time working parameters fed back by the detection module; wherein, the first direction is perpendicular to the second direction, the first direction is perpendicular to the third direction, and the fourth direction is parallel to the first direction, so that full-process automatic work is realized, the labor cost is saved, and the production efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of food heating technology, and more specifically, to an automated food steamer. Background Technology

[0002] Steam ovens, as modern cooking equipment, utilize steam technology to preserve the original nutrients of food during cooking. They heat water to create high-temperature steam within the oven, which then heats the food inside. This cooking method not only maintains the flavor and nutrients of food but also offers healthier cooking options. However, in the field of food heating technology, traditional food steam ovens are mostly manually operated, resulting in low efficiency, high energy consumption, and complex operation. These problems not only limit the efficiency of food processing but also affect the quality and safety of food. With the development of automation technology, the market demand for automated food steam ovens is growing to meet the food processing industry's needs for high efficiency, energy saving, and intelligent operation. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide an automated food steamer to solve the above-mentioned problems in the prior art.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides an automated food steamer, comprising the following structure:

[0005] The module includes a feeding module, a steam heating module, a transfer module, a heat preservation module, a detection module, and a control module.

[0006] The steam heating module is square in shape, and the feeding module is located on one side of the steam heating module in the first direction. There are two heat preservation modules, one located on one side of the steam heating module in the second direction and the other located on one side of the steam heating module in the third direction. The heat preservation module has a food removal window on one side of the steam heating module in the fourth direction. The transfer module is located inside the steam heating module.

[0007] The detection module is used to detect the real-time operating parameters of the steam oven and feed the real-time operating parameters back to the control module; the control module controls each module of the steam oven to operate based on the real-time operating parameters fed back by the detection module.

[0008] Wherein, the first direction is perpendicular to the second direction, the first direction is perpendicular to the third direction, and the fourth direction is parallel to the first direction.

[0009] In one embodiment, the steam heating module includes a steam tank, a steam heater, a steam pipe, and 2N (N>1) identical heating chambers; the steam heater is located below the bottom wall of the steam tank; a steam outlet is centrally located on the top wall of the steam tank, and the steam outlet is connected to the air inlet of the steam pipe.

[0010] In one embodiment, the heating chambers are detachably stacked in two rows of N layers symmetrically on both sides of the steam pipe, and the steam pipe includes N detachable steam sub-pipes, each of which corresponds to each layer of the heating chamber;

[0011] The heating chamber has an air inlet at the bottom of the side wall near the steam pipe and an air outlet at the top of the side wall near the steam pipe. Each steam sub-pipe has an air outlet corresponding to the air inlet of the heating chamber and an air inlet corresponding to the air outlet of the heating chamber.

[0012] In one embodiment, the detection module further includes a vision detection component for detecting the type of food to be steamed in each of the heating chambers during the feeding process of the feeding module; the control module further includes a heating duration sub-control module for automatically determining the preset heating duration of each heating chamber based on the type of food to be steamed.

[0013] In one embodiment, the detection module further includes a steam flow detection component A1 disposed at the steam outlet and a temperature detection component B1 disposed on the top wall of the steam tank, for detecting real-time data of the steam tank;

[0014] The control module further includes a steam control submodule, which is used to compare the real-time data with preset data; if the real-time data matches the preset data, the steam control submodule is used to control the steam heater to operate at the preset power; if the real-time data does not match the preset data, the steam control submodule is used to control the steam heater to increase or decrease the output power to operate.

[0015] The real-time data includes real-time steam flow data detected by the steam flow detection component A1 and real-time temperature data detected by the temperature detection component B1; the preset values ​​include preset steam flow values ​​and preset temperature values.

[0016] In one embodiment, the heating chamber further includes a steaming grate disposed above the air inlet of the heating chamber, the steaming grate and the bottom wall of the heating chamber forming an air inlet channel; the heating chamber further includes a baffle disposed below the air outlet of the heating chamber, the baffle and the side wall of the heating chamber away from the steam pipe are spaced apart, the baffle and the top wall of the heating chamber forming an air outlet channel.

[0017] In one embodiment, the detection module further includes a steam flow detection component A2 disposed at the air inlet of each of the heating chambers and a temperature detection component B2 disposed below the baffle, respectively used to detect real-time data of the heating chambers;

[0018] The control module also includes a heating control submodule, which is used to compare the real-time data with standard values; if the real-time data does not match the standard values, the heating control submodule is used to adjust the heating operation according to the heating operation adjustment mode;

[0019] The real-time data includes real-time steam flow data and real-time temperature data; the standard values ​​include standard steam flow values ​​and standard temperature values; and the heating operation adjustment modes include preset heating duration adjustment modes and preset steam flow adjustment modes.

[0020] In one embodiment, the preset heating duration adjustment mode includes the heating control submodule adjusting the preset heating duration corresponding to the heating chamber based on the comparison between the real-time data and the standard value; the steam heating module further includes a rotatable steam collecting plate disposed at each of the pipe outlets, and the preset steam flow adjustment mode includes the control submodule adjusting the steam collecting plate based on the comparison between the real-time data and the standard value.

[0021] In one embodiment, the heat preservation module further includes a heat preservation water tank, a heat preservation heater, and N layers of N heat preservation chambers stacked together, with each layer having one heat preservation chamber corresponding to the heating chamber;

[0022] The insulation module also includes a water-heat circulation pipe and a water-heat circulation motor. The water-heat circulation pipe includes a water inlet, a water outlet, and a coiled section. The water inlet and the water outlet are both arranged in the insulation water tank, and the coiled section is arranged at the bottom of each of the insulation chambers.

[0023] In one embodiment, a steam circulation module is also included;

[0024] The steam circulation module includes a steam guiding pipe, a steam auxiliary heating pipe, and a condensate tank. The steam auxiliary heating pipe includes a main steam auxiliary heating pipe connected to the steam guiding pipe and M steam auxiliary heating sub-pipes connected at one end to the main steam auxiliary heating pipe. The steam guiding pipe is detachably connected to the steam pipe. The other end of the steam auxiliary heating sub-pipes is connected to the condensate tank.

[0025] The main steam auxiliary heating pipe is located on the top wall of the insulation module, and the sub-steam auxiliary heating pipe is located on the side walls of the insulation module in the first and third directions.

[0026] The embodiments provided by this invention achieve fully automated operation from feeding, heating, and transfer to heat preservation, significantly saving labor costs, improving production efficiency, and ensuring the safety of steam heating operations. Simultaneously, the strategic arrangement of the feeding module, steam heating module, and heat preservation module fully utilizes the workspace, allowing food feeding and removal operations to be performed on different sides without interference, thereby improving overall work efficiency. Furthermore, the control module can dynamically adjust operating parameters based on real-time operating parameters fed back from the detection module, enabling the steamer to adapt to the steaming needs of different types of food, improving the steamer's flexibility and adaptability. Attached Figure Description

[0027] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this specification, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this specification. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0028] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an automated food steamer provided in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the heating chamber and steam sub-pipe of an automated food steamer provided in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the output power adjustment and control of the steam heater of an automated food steamer provided in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the heating operation adjustment and control of the heating chamber of an automated food steamer provided in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a steam circulation module of an automated food steamer provided in one embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0033] The following description provides specific application scenarios and requirements for this specification, intended to enable those skilled in the art to make and use the contents of this specification. Various partial modifications to the disclosed embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein can be applied to other embodiments and applications without departing from the spirit and scope of this specification. Therefore, this specification is not limited to the embodiments shown, but rather to the widest scope consistent with the claims.

[0034] The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular exemplary embodiments only and is not restrictive. For example, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” used herein may also include the plural forms. When used in this specification, the terms “comprising,” “including,” and / or “containing” mean that the associated integers, steps, operations, elements, and / or components are present, but do not exclude the presence of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components, and / or groups, or that other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components, and / or groups may be added to the system / method.

[0035] Considering the following description, these and other features of this specification, as well as the operation and function of the related components of the structure, and the economy of assembly and manufacture of the parts, can be significantly improved. All of these form part of this specification with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, it should be clearly understood that the drawings are for illustrative and descriptive purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this specification.

[0036] The flowcharts used in this specification illustrate operations implemented according to some embodiments of this specification. It should be clearly understood that the operations in the flowcharts may not be implemented in a sequential order. Instead, the operations may be implemented in reverse order or simultaneously. Furthermore, one or more additional operations may be added to the flowcharts. One or more operations may be removed from the flowcharts.

[0037] For example, Figure 1An embodiment of the present invention is illustrated, providing an automated food steamer. The automated food steamer of this embodiment includes a feeding module (not shown in the figures), a steam heating module 100, a transfer module (not shown in the figures), a heat preservation module 200, a detection module (not shown in the figures), and a control module (not shown in the figures). Specifically, the steam heating module 100 is square in shape. The feeding module is located on one side of the steam heating module 100 in a first direction and is used to transfer food to the steam heating module 100. Two heat preservation modules 200 are provided, one on one side of the steam heating module 100 in a second direction and one on one side in a third direction. The heat preservation module 200 is used to store the food transferred to it. A food removal window is provided on one side of the steam heating module 100 in a fourth direction for removing the food. The transfer module is located inside the steam heating module and is used to transfer food that has completed a preset heating time to each heat preservation module. The detection module is used to detect the real-time operating parameters of the steamer and feed them back to the control module. The control module controls the operation of each module of the steamer based on the real-time operating parameters fed back by the detection module. It should be noted that the first direction is perpendicular to the second direction, the first direction is perpendicular to the third direction, and the fourth direction is parallel to the first direction.

[0038] The aforementioned modules enable fully automated operation of the entire process, from feeding, heating, and transfer to heat preservation, significantly reducing labor costs, improving production efficiency, and ensuring the safety of steam heating operations. Furthermore, the strategic arrangement of the feeding module, steam heating module 100, and heat preservation module 200 maximizes workspace, allowing food feeding and removal operations to be performed on different sides without interference, thus improving overall work efficiency. Moreover, the control module can dynamically adjust operating parameters based on real-time feedback from the detection module, enabling the steamer to adapt to the steaming needs of different types of food, enhancing its flexibility and adaptability.

[0039] In some embodiments, the steam heating module 100 includes a steam tank 101, a steam heater 102, a steam pipe 103, and 2N (N>1) identical heating chambers 104. The steam heater 102 is disposed below the bottom wall 1011 of the steam tank 101 and is used to heat the water in the steam tank 101 to form steam. A steam outlet 1013 is centrally located on the top wall 1012 of the steam tank 101, and the steam outlet 1013 is connected to the air inlet of the steam pipe 103 to introduce steam into the steam pipe 103. By providing the steam outlet 1013, the steam flow rate in the steam tank 101 can be easily controlled, allowing the steam to enter the steam pipe 103 more concentratedly and efficiently. To further optimize the steam distribution and efficiency, the steam pipe 103 is designed to evenly distribute steam to each heating chamber 104. Each heating chamber 104 receives steam through the steam pipe 103 to achieve uniform heating of the food. In addition, the design of the steam outlet 1013 allows for precise control of the steam flow, which helps to adjust the amount of steam according to the cooking requirements of different foods, thereby improving cooking efficiency and food quality.

[0040] In some embodiments, the heating chambers 104 are detachably stacked in two rows of N layers symmetrically on both sides of the steam pipe 103. The steam pipe 103 includes N detachable steam sub-pipes 1030, each steam sub-pipe 1030 corresponding to each layer of heating chamber 104. For example, Figure 2 An embodiment of the present invention is illustrated, providing a heating chamber and steam sub-pipes for an automated food steamer. Specifically, the heating chamber 104 has an air inlet 1041 at the bottom of its side wall 1040 near the steam pipe 103, and an air outlet 1042 at the top of its side wall 1040 near the steam pipe 103. Each steam sub-pipe 1030 has an air outlet 1031 corresponding to the heating chamber air inlet 1041 and an air inlet 1032 corresponding to the heating chamber air outlet 1042. This arrangement allows steam from the steam pipe 103 to be introduced into each heating chamber 104, whereby each heating chamber 104 uses steam to heat the food transported to it, and then returns the heated steam to the steam pipe 103. It should be noted that since heating chambers 104 are provided on both sides of the steam pipe 103, each steam sub-pipe 1030 includes two sets of pipe outlets 1031 and pipe inlets 1032 respectively provided on the left and right sides.

[0041] Through the above configuration, on the one hand, each heating chamber 104 receives steam through a corresponding steam sub-pipe 1030, ensuring that food is heated evenly within each heating chamber 104, thus improving the consistency and quality of food processing. Simultaneously, the ability to perform multiple heating operations simultaneously reduces waiting time for food processing, improving overall production efficiency. On the other hand, the use of detachable, identical heating chambers 104 allows for adjustment of the number of heating chambers 104 according to production needs, enabling the steamer to adapt to different scales and types of food processing requirements. Furthermore, the modular design ensures that a failure in a single heating chamber 104 or steam sub-pipe 103 will not affect the operation of the entire system, reducing the overall failure rate and improving system reliability.

[0042] In some embodiments, the detection module further includes a vision detection component for detecting the type of food to be steamed in each heating chamber 104 during the feeding process of the feeding module. The control module also includes a heating time sub-control module, which automatically determines the preset heating time for each heating chamber 104 based on the type of food to be steamed. This setup allows for the automated setting of the working time for each heating chamber 104, further saving on labor costs.

[0043] For example, Figure 3An embodiment of the present invention is illustrated, providing a method for adjusting and controlling the output power of a steam heater in an automated food steamer. In some embodiments, the output power of the steam heater 102 is automatically adjusted according to a preset power curve. Further, in some embodiments, the detection module includes a steam flow detection component A1 disposed at the steam outlet 1013, which detects real-time steam flow data of the steam tank 101; the detection module also includes a temperature detection component B1 disposed on the top wall 1012 of the steam tank 101, which detects real-time temperature data of the steam tank 101; the detection module feeds back the real-time steam flow data detected by the steam flow detection component A1 and the real-time temperature data detected by the temperature detection component B1 to the control module. Preferably, in some embodiments, the control module further includes a steam control submodule. The control module compares real-time steam flow rate data and real-time temperature data with the preset steam flow rate and preset temperature of the steam tank 101. If the preset steam flow rate and preset temperature values ​​are met, the steam control submodule controls the steam heater 102 to operate at a preset power. If the preset steam flow rate and preset temperature values ​​are not met, the steam control submodule controls the steam heater 102 to increase or decrease its output power. Specifically, the increased or decreased output power is calculated by the control module so that the real-time steam flow rate data and real-time temperature data after the steam heater 102 operates at the increased or decreased output power meet the preset steam flow rate and preset temperature values. This configuration, through the integration of the visual detection component and the heating duration sub-control module, achieves automated setting of the working time of each heating chamber 104, reducing manual intervention and improving operational efficiency. Furthermore, the steam oven can automatically adjust its output power, reducing energy waste, improving energy utilization efficiency, and lowering operating costs. Due to issues with the sealing of the steam tank 101 and the conductivity of the heater 102, the real-time steam flow rate and temperature may sometimes deviate from the preset steam flow rate and temperature. When this occurs, the steam control submodule automatically calibrates its output power to ensure that the real-time steam flow rate and temperature match the preset values, thus guaranteeing normal heating operation. The automatic calibration function of the steam control submodule improves system reliability and ensures stable heating performance under various operating conditions.

[0044] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2As shown, each heating chamber 104 also includes a steaming rack 1043 disposed above the air inlet 1041 of the heating chamber 104, the steaming rack 1043 and the bottom wall 1044 of the heating chamber 104 forming an air inlet channel 1045; each heating chamber also includes a baffle 1046 disposed below the air outlet 1042 of the heating chamber 104, the baffle 1046 and the side wall 1047 of the heating chamber 104 away from the steam pipe 103 are spaced apart, the baffle 1046 and the top wall 1048 of the heating chamber 104 forming an air outlet channel 1049. This arrangement maximizes the contact area between the food and the steam, ensuring that the food is heated evenly in the heating chamber and improving the heating quality. At the same time, the design of the air inlet channel 1045 and the air outlet channel 1049 optimizes the steam flow path, reduces heat loss, and improves thermal efficiency. The reasonable steam flow design reduces the risk of steam leakage and improves operational safety.

[0045] In some embodiments, the detection module further includes a steam flow detection component A2 disposed at the air inlet 1041 of each heating chamber 104, for detecting the real-time steam flow data of the corresponding heating chamber 104; the detection module further includes a temperature detection component B2 disposed below the baffle 1046, for detecting the real-time steam temperature data of the heating chamber 104. Preferably, in some embodiments, the control module further includes a heating control submodule. After receiving the real-time steam flow data and real-time steam temperature data fed back by the detection module, the control module compares them with standard steam flow data and standard temperature data. If they match, no changes are made, and the heating operation is performed normally; if they do not match, the heating control submodule adjusts the heating operation according to the heating operation adjustment mode. For example, Figure 4 An embodiment of the present invention is illustrated, providing a method for adjusting and controlling the heating operation of the heating chamber in an automated food steamer. Specifically, the heating operation adjustment modes include a preset heating duration adjustment mode and a preset steam flow adjustment mode. During normal heating operations, the steamer automatically selects the preset heating duration adjustment mode for automatic adjustment; when manual intervention is required, the preset steam flow adjustment mode can be manually selected for manual adjustment. Through the above settings, each heating chamber 104 can dynamically correct its heating duration based on real-time steam flow and real-time temperature. If the real-time steam flow and real-time temperature are too high, the preset heating duration is shortened or the preset steam flow is reduced; conversely, if the real-time steam flow and real-time temperature are too low, the preset heating duration is increased or the preset steam flow is increased. Thus, on the one hand, through real-time data feedback from the steam flow detection component A2 and the temperature detection component B2, precise control of each heating chamber 104 is achieved, improving the uniformity and consistency of heating. On the other hand, by dynamically correcting the heating duration and steam flow, energy is rationally utilized, reducing energy consumption. Simultaneously, the flexibility of automatic and manual adjustment is provided to meet different operational needs.

[0046] Preferably, in some embodiments, the preset heating time adjustment mode includes the heating control submodule adjusting the preset heating time of the corresponding heating chamber 104 based on the comparison results. By adjusting the preset heating time of the corresponding heating chamber 104, the heating operation of other heating chambers 104 can be achieved without affecting it. The independent control of each heating chamber 104 will not affect the operation of other heating chambers 104, thus improving the working efficiency and flexibility of the steam oven.

[0047] Preferably, in some embodiments, such as Figure 2 As shown, the steam heating module also includes rotatable steam collecting plates 105 at the pipe outlets 1031 on both sides of each steam sub-pipe 1030. The preset steam flow adjustment mode includes a control submodule adjusting the tilt angle of the steam collecting plates 105 based on comparison results to adjust the steam flow entering the heating chamber 104. By adjusting the tilt angle of the steam collecting plates 105, the steam flow in the heating chamber 104 can be easily adjusted without changing its preset heating time, ensuring the working efficiency of the steam oven.

[0048] Preferably, in some embodiments, the standard steam flow rate and standard temperature values ​​can be obtained through big data statistical analysis. The big data-driven approach to standard steam flow rate and standard temperature values ​​helps improve the scientific rigor and accuracy of the control.

[0049] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the insulation module also includes an insulation water tank 201, an insulation heater 202, and N stacked insulation chambers 203, with each layer having one insulation chamber 203 corresponding to the heating chamber 104. The insulation heater 202 is used to heat the insulation water tank 201 to a specified temperature. In some embodiments, the insulation module also includes a water-heating circulation pipe and a water-heating circulation motor. The water-heating circulation pipe includes a water inlet, a water outlet, and a coiled section. The water inlet and water outlet are both arranged in the insulation water tank 201, and the coiled section is arranged at the bottom of each insulation chamber 203. The water-heating circulation motor is used to realize the water circulation operation of the water-heating circulation pipe.

[0050] In some embodiments, the automated food steamer also includes a steam circulation module 300, exemplarily... Figure 5An embodiment of the present invention is illustrated, providing a steam circulation module for an automated food steamer. Specifically, the steam circulation module 300 includes a steam guiding pipe 301, a steam auxiliary heating pipe 302, and a condensate tank 303. The steam auxiliary heating pipe 302 includes a main steam auxiliary heating pipe 3021 connected to the steam guiding pipe 301 and M steam auxiliary heating sub-pipes 3022, one end of which is connected to the main steam auxiliary heating pipe. The steam guiding pipe is detachably connected to the steam pipe 103 for guiding excess steam to the steam auxiliary heating pipe 302. Further, in some embodiments, the main steam auxiliary heating pipe 3021 is disposed on the top wall of the insulation module 200, and the steam auxiliary heating sub-pipes 3022 are disposed on the side walls of the insulation module 200 in a first direction and a third direction. Preferably, in some embodiments, the steam auxiliary heating sub-pipes 3022 include N detachably connected single pipes, and the other end of the steam auxiliary heating sub-pipes 3022 is connected to the condensate tank 303. This design fully utilizes the steam overflowing from the steam pipe 103 to provide heat to the insulation module 200, while the water droplets formed by steam condensation also collect in the condensate pool 303. The steam circulation module 300 effectively utilizes excess steam that might otherwise be wasted, improving energy efficiency, reducing the direct emission of high-temperature steam, and lowering safety risks during operation.

[0051] In some embodiments, the insulated water tank 201 is arranged around the heating water tank 101, and the condensate tank 303 is arranged around the insulated water tank 201. Further, in some embodiments, the detection module includes a water volume detection component C1 disposed in the heating water tank 101 for real-time detection of the water volume in the heating water tank 101, a water volume detection component C2 disposed in the insulated water tank 201 for real-time detection of the water volume in the insulated water tank 201, and a water volume detection component C3 disposed in the condensate tank 303 for real-time detection of the water volume in the condensate tank 303. The three sets of water volume detection components detect the real-time water volume data and feed it back to the control module. Preferably, in some embodiments, the control module further includes a water volume control submodule, which automatically replenishes water from the insulated water tank 201 into the heating water tank 101, automatically replenishes water from the condensate tank 303 into the insulated water tank 201, and automatically replenishes water from an external water source into the condensate tank 303, based on the real-time water volume data. This configuration fully realizes energy saving and water recycling. Through real-time monitoring by water quantity detection components C1, C2, and C3 and automatic adjustment by the water quantity control submodule, efficient utilization and recycling of water resources are achieved, reducing water waste.

[0052] The basic concepts have been described above. Obviously, for those skilled in the art, the detailed disclosure above is merely illustrative and does not constitute a limitation of this specification. Although not explicitly stated herein, those skilled in the art may make various modifications, improvements, and corrections to this specification. Such modifications, improvements, and corrections are suggested in this specification and therefore remain within the spirit and scope of the exemplary embodiments described herein.

Claims

1. An automated food steamer, characterized in that, The steam oven includes: a feeding module, a steam heating module, a transfer module, a heat preservation module, a detection module, and a control module. The steam heating module is square in shape, and the feeding module is located on one side of the steam heating module in a first direction. There are two heat preservation modules, one located on one side of the steam heating module in a second direction and the other on one side of the steam heating module in a third direction. The heat preservation module has a food removal window on the side of the steam heating module in a fourth direction. The transfer module is located inside the steam heating module. The detection module is used to detect the real-time operating parameters of the steam oven and feed them back to the control module. The control module controls the operation of each module of the steam oven based on the real-time operating parameters fed back by the detection module. The first direction is perpendicular to the second direction, the first direction is perpendicular to the third direction, and the fourth direction is parallel to the first direction. The steam heating module includes a steam tank, a steam heater, a steam pipe, and 2N (N>1) identical heating chambers; the steam heater is located below the bottom wall of the steam tank; a steam outlet is centrally located on the top wall of the steam tank, and the steam outlet is connected to the air inlet of the steam pipe; The heating chambers are detachably stacked in two rows of N layers symmetrically on both sides of the steam pipe. The steam pipe includes N detachable steam sub-pipes, each of which corresponds to one layer of the heating chamber. Each heating chamber has an air inlet at the bottom of its side wall near the steam pipe and an air outlet at the top of its side wall near the steam pipe. Each steam sub-pipe has an air outlet corresponding to the air inlet of the heating chamber and an air inlet corresponding to the air outlet of the heating chamber. The steam heating module also includes a rotatable steam collecting plate disposed at each of the pipe outlets.

2. The automated food steamer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The detection module also includes a vision detection component for detecting the type of food to be steamed in each of the heating chambers during the feeding process of the feeding module; the control module also includes a heating time sub-control module for automatically determining the preset heating time of each heating chamber based on the type of food to be steamed.

3. The automated food steamer according to claim 2, characterized in that, The detection module further includes a steam flow detection component A1 disposed at the steam outlet and a temperature detection component B1 disposed on the top wall of the steam tank, for detecting real-time data of the steam tank; the control module further includes a steam control submodule, which is used to compare the real-time data with preset data; if the real-time data matches the preset data, the steam control submodule controls the steam heater to operate at a preset power; if the real-time data does not match the preset data, the steam control submodule controls the steam heater to increase or decrease its output power; wherein, the real-time data includes real-time steam flow data detected by the steam flow detection component A1 and real-time temperature data detected by the temperature detection component B1; the preset data includes preset steam flow values ​​and preset temperature values.

4. The automated food steamer according to claim 2, characterized in that, The heating chamber further includes a steaming grate disposed above the air inlet of the heating chamber, the steaming grate and the bottom wall of the heating chamber forming an air inlet channel; the heating chamber further includes a baffle disposed below the air outlet of the heating chamber, the baffle and the side wall of the heating chamber away from the steam pipe are spaced apart, the baffle and the top wall of the heating chamber forming an air outlet channel.

5. The automated food steamer according to claim 4, characterized in that, The detection module further includes a steam flow detection component A2 arranged at the air inlet of each heating chamber and a temperature detection component B2 arranged below the baffle, respectively used to detect real-time data of the heating chamber; the control module further includes a heating control submodule, which is used to compare the real-time data with standard values; if the real-time data does not match the standard values, the heating control submodule is used to adjust the heating operation according to the heating operation adjustment mode; wherein, the real-time data includes real-time steam flow data and real-time temperature data; the standard values ​​include standard steam flow values ​​and standard temperature values; the heating operation adjustment mode includes a preset heating time adjustment mode and a preset steam flow adjustment mode.

6. The automated food steamer according to claim 5, characterized in that, The preset heating duration adjustment mode includes the heating control submodule adjusting the preset heating duration corresponding to the heating chamber based on the comparison between the real-time data and the standard value; the preset steam flow adjustment mode includes the control submodule adjusting the steam collecting plate based on the comparison between the real-time data and the standard value.

7. The automated food steamer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The insulation module also includes an insulation water tank, an insulation heater, and N layers of N insulation chambers stacked together, with one insulation chamber corresponding to the heating chamber in each layer; the insulation module also includes a water-heat circulation pipe and a water-heat circulation motor, the water-heat circulation pipe including a water inlet end, a water outlet end and a coiled section, the water inlet end and the water outlet end are both arranged in the insulation water tank, and the coiled section is arranged at the bottom of each insulation chamber.

8. The automated food steamer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The automated food steamer also includes a steam circulation module; the steam circulation module includes a steam guiding pipe, a steam auxiliary heating pipe, and a condensate tank. The steam auxiliary heating pipe includes a main steam auxiliary heating pipe connected to the steam guiding pipe and M steam auxiliary heating sub-pipes connected at one end to the main steam auxiliary heating pipe. The steam guiding pipe is detachably connected to the steam pipe. The other end of the steam auxiliary heating sub-pipes is connected to the condensate tank. The main steam auxiliary heating pipe is located on the top wall of the insulation module, and the steam auxiliary heating sub-pipes are located on the side walls of the insulation module in the first and third directions.

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