Cooking device with visual identification device

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of household appliances, and discloses a cooking device with a visual identification device, the cooking device comprises a shell, and a cooking cavity and the visual identification device which are arranged in the shell, the visual identification device comprises a camera module and a transmission structure, the camera module is connected to the transmission structure, and the transmission structure is movably connected to the shell; wherein the visual recognition device is movably connected to the shell and arranged above the cooking cavity, and the camera module is arranged towards the inner side of the cooking cavity. The purpose of the invention is to scan the food in the cooking cavity through the camera, distinguish the food type and component through the AI, and automatically determine and distribute the corresponding cooking temperature and time by the system, thereby reducing the troubles that consumers are difficult to select and different components of different foods are difficult to judge, and realizing full-intelligent operation.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of household appliances, and in particular to a cooking device with a visual recognition device. Background Art

[0002] An air fryer is a machine that can "fry" with air. It mainly uses air to replace the hot oil in the frying pan to cook the food. At the same time, the hot air blows away the moisture on the surface of the food, making the ingredients almost fried. The working principle of the air fryer is "high-speed air circulation technology". It generates hot air by heating the heat pipe inside the machine at high temperature, and then uses a fan to blow the hot air into the pot to heat the food, so that the hot air circulates in a closed space, and uses the fat of the food itself to fry the food, thereby dehydrating the food and making the surface golden and crispy, achieving the effect of frying.

[0003] Publication number CN221469682U discloses an easy-to-use air fryer. The application provides a visual module extending into the cooking cavity in the fryer body, so that the user can observe the cooking status of the food in the cooking cavity through the visual module, so as to facilitate the user to cook the food, and can also effectively improve the cooking effect of the food and the user experience.

[0004] At present, dual-cavity air fryers on the market are also widely used in home cooking. When using a dual-cavity air fryer, the user is required to control a certain cooking cavity separately, and control a single cavity for cooking through the control system. Sometimes the user does not operate or operates incorrectly, and finally finds that the cooking cavity used is not working, which brings inconvenience to the user. This problem can be avoided when the dual-cavity air fryer is equipped with an AI visual recognition device. Setting a camera assembly above a single cavity cannot meet the visualization function of the dual-cavity air fryer. Setting two sets of camera assemblies will greatly increase the manufacturing cost. How to use a single camera assembly in a dual-cavity air fryer has become a problem that urgently needs to be solved. Summary of the invention

[0005] In order to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, the present invention aims to provide a cooking device with a visual recognition device.

[0006] In order to achieve the above object, the present invention adopts the following technical scheme:

[0007] A cooking device with a visual recognition device comprises a shell, a cooking cavity arranged inside the shell, and a visual recognition device, wherein the visual recognition device comprises a camera module and a transmission structure, wherein the camera module is connected to the transmission structure, and the transmission structure is movably connected to the shell: wherein the visual recognition device is movably connected to the shell and arranged above the cooking cavity, and the camera module is arranged toward the inner side of the cooking cavity.

[0008] Compared with the prior art, the cooking device with a visual recognition device of the present application has the following beneficial effects:

[0009] In actual application, the camera module is moved by the transmission structure so that each cooking cavity can scan the food in the cooking cavity when in use. The transmission structure is used to slide the camera module left and right to solve the problem that the current dual-cavity air fryer needs to have two sets of camera modules, thereby reducing manufacturing costs.

[0010] Preferably, the transmission structure includes a synchronous motor, a rack, a signal detection component and a camera module bracket. A travel groove is opened on the shell, the signal detection component is arranged at both ends of the travel groove, the rack is slidably connected in the travel groove, the camera module bracket is fixedly connected to one end of the rack, the synchronous motor is fixedly connected to the shell, and the output end of the synchronous motor is engaged with the rack.

[0011] Beneficial effect: The transmission structure utilizes the sliding connection between the rack and the travel groove to drive the camera module bracket to move left and right. Signal detection components are provided at both ends of the travel groove to detect the maximum sliding stroke of the rack when it moves left and right. When the user puts the cooking cavity into the shell, the system detects and receives the signal. At this time, the synchronous motor drives the rack to slide to move the camera module on the camera module bracket to the corresponding cooking cavity for food scanning.

[0012] Preferably, the transmission structure includes an electromagnet, a connecting rod, a connecting rod bracket and a camera module bracket, the electromagnet is fixedly connected to the shell, a travel groove is provided on the shell, the connecting rod bracket is fixedly connected to one side of the travel groove, the connecting rod is rotatably connected to the connecting rod bracket, one end of the connecting rod is rotatably connected to the output end of the electromagnet, the other end of the connecting rod is rotatably connected to the camera module bracket, and the camera module bracket is slidably connected in the travel groove.

[0013] Beneficial effect: The transmission structure utilizes an electromagnet to drive the connecting rod to rotate, and the camera module bracket is slidably connected to the travel groove. When the connecting rod rotates clockwise, the camera module bracket slides to the top of the cooking cavity on the left side. When the connecting rod rotates counterclockwise, the camera module bracket slides to the top of the cooking cavity on the right side.

[0014] Preferably, the connecting rod is provided with a first through hole, a second through hole and a third through hole, the output end of the electromagnet is fixedly provided with a first connecting column, the connecting rod bracket is fixedly provided with a second connecting column, and the camera module bracket is provided with a third connecting column, the first connecting column is rotatably connected to the first through hole, the second connecting column is rotatably connected to the second through hole, and the third connecting column is rotatably connected to the third through hole.

[0015] Beneficial effect: Through the rotational connection between the connecting rod and the electromagnet, the camera module bracket and the connecting rod bracket, the camera module bracket at the bottom can be driven to slide left and right when the electromagnet drives the connecting rod to rotate.

[0016] Preferably, a fourth through hole is provided on the camera module bracket, a visible window is provided on the shell, the camera module is fixedly connected to the camera module bracket, and the bottom of the camera module passes through the fourth through hole and is provided above the visible window.

[0017] Beneficial effect: Placing the camera module above the visual window makes it easier for the camera to clearly scan the food in the cooking cavity and facilitates AI to distinguish and judge.

[0018] Preferably, the camera module comprises a PCB circuit board and a camera, and the camera is fixedly connected below the PCB circuit board.

[0019] Beneficial effect: The camera module is electrically connected to the PCB circuit board, and the image of the food taken by the camera is transmitted to the circuit board for calculation, analysis and judgment, thereby achieving the effect of AI recognition of food and intelligent cooking.

[0020] Preferably, a visual base is provided on the shell, a window groove is provided on the visual base, and the visual window is fixedly connected in the window groove.

[0021] Beneficial effect: By setting a transparent visual window above the cooking cavity, the camera can clearly capture the food inside the cooking cavity for subsequent AI analysis. The visual window isolates the oil stains in the cooking cavity so that the camera can work for a long time.

[0022] Preferably, the visible window is arranged at an inclined angle to the cooking cavity, and the camera is arranged parallel to the visible window.

[0023] Preferably, the angle between the visible window and the cooking cavity is set in the range of 20° to 60°.

[0024] Beneficial effect: The cooking cavity is large in size, and the parallel setting of the viewing window cannot fully capture all the food inside the cavity, so the viewing window and the cooking cavity are set at an angle of about 30 degrees to facilitate the camera to capture all the food inside the cooking cavity.

[0025] Preferably, two cooking cavities are arranged inside the cooking device, and the top of each cooking cavity is provided with the visual window.

[0026] Beneficial effect: By opening visible windows on the top of the two cooking cavities, the camera module can be moved above the cooking cavity in use to perform AI scanning and judgment on the food. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0027] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a cooking device with a visual recognition device provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of a cooking device provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of a cooking device provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure of a transmission structure, a synchronous motor and a camera module provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the structure of a cooking device with a visual recognition device provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the structure of two transmission positions of the connecting rod transmission structure provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the structure of an electromagnet provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0034] Figure 8 A schematic structural diagram of a camera module and a camera module bracket provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0035] Fig. 9 A schematic diagram of the structure of a connecting rod bracket provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0036] Fig.10 A schematic diagram of the structure of a connecting rod provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0037] Fig.11 This is a structural exploded diagram of a camera module and a camera module bracket provided in an embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0038] The following is further described in detail through specific implementation methods:

[0039] The figure marks in the drawings of the specification include: shell 1, cooking cavity 2, camera module 3, synchronous motor 4, transmission structure 5, rack 6, signal detection component 7, camera module bracket 8, travel groove 9, electromagnet 10, connecting rod 11, connecting rod bracket 12, first through hole 13, second through hole 14, third through hole 15, first connecting column 16, second connecting column 17, third connecting column 18, fourth through hole 19, visible window 20, PCB circuit board 21, camera 22, visible base 23, window groove 24.

[0040] Embodiment 1:

[0041] As attached Figure 1-4 As shown: This embodiment shows a cooking device with a visual recognition device, including a shell 1, a cooking cavity 2 and a visual recognition device, the visual recognition device is movably connected to the shell 1 and arranged above the cooking cavity 2, the visual recognition device includes a camera module 3 and a transmission structure 5, the camera module 3 is connected to the transmission structure 5, the transmission structure 5 is movably connected to the shell 1, the transmission structure 5 includes a synchronous motor 4, a rack 6, a signal detection component 7 and a camera module bracket 8, a travel groove 9 is opened on the shell 1, the signal detection component 7 is arranged at both ends of the travel groove 9, the rack 6 is slidably connected in the travel groove 9, the camera module bracket 8 is fixedly connected to one end of the rack 6, the synchronous motor 4 is fixedly connected to the shell 1, the output end of the synchronous motor 4 is meshed with the rack 6, and the camera module 3 is arranged toward the inner side of the cooking cavity 2.

[0042] Specifically, a signal detection switch is provided inside the shell 1 to detect whether the cooking cavity 2 is placed inside the shell 1. When it is detected that the shell 1 is pulled out, the AI ​​camera module 3 is on standby. When the cooking cavity 2 is put back into the shell 1, the program receives a signal to drive the synchronous motor 4 to work, and the camera module 3 is moved to the top of the cooking cavity 2 just put back through the sliding rack 6 for detection: if two cooking cavities 2 are put in at the same time, the AI ​​camera module 3 will first detect the current cooking cavity 2, and then slide to the cooking cavity 2 on the other side for detection after the detection is completed; the AI ​​camera module 3 has position requirements for the camera 22 It is very precise, so signal detection components 7 are arranged on both sides of the travel groove 9. When the rack 6 slides the AI ​​camera module 3 to the specified position, the side of the rack 6 will trigger the signal detection component 7. After receiving the signal, the system will stop the movement of the synchronous motor 4, so that the AI ​​camera module 3 is fixed at the specified position, and the food inside the cooking cavity 2 can be scanned by the camera to distinguish the type of food and the amount of food. Through AI judgment, the system will automatically assign the corresponding cooking temperature and time, reducing the difficulty of consumers in choosing and the difficulty in judging different amounts of different foods, and can realize fully intelligent operation, bringing different experience to consumers.

[0043] As attached Fig.11 As shown: the camera module 3 of this embodiment includes a PCB circuit board 21 and a camera 22, and the camera 22 is fixedly connected below the PCB circuit board 21.

[0044] Specifically, the camera 22 collects the food images inside the cooking cavity 2 and transmits them to the PCB circuit board. Through AI judgment, the system will automatically assign the corresponding cooking temperature and time, reducing the consumer's difficulty in choosing and the difficulty in judging the different quantities of different foods. It can realize fully intelligent operation and bring a different experience to consumers.

[0045] As attached Figure 3 As shown: a visible base 23 is provided on the housing 1 of this embodiment, a window groove 24 is provided on the visible base 23, and a visible window 20 is fixedly connected in the window groove 24.

[0046] Specifically, by opening a visible window 20 on the shell 1, the AI ​​camera module 3 fixed on the top can capture the food image inside the cooking cavity 2.

[0047] As attached Figure 3 As shown: the viewing window 20 of this embodiment is set at an inclined angle to the cooking cavity 2, the camera 22 is set parallel to the viewing window 20, and the angle between the viewing window 20 and the cooking cavity 2 is set in the range of 20° to 60°.

[0048] Specifically, the inclination angle between the viewing window 20 and the cooking cavity 2 is 30 degrees. This arrangement makes it easy for the camera 22 to capture images of all the food in the cooking cavity 2.

[0049] As attached Figure 2 As shown, two cooking cavities 2 are arranged inside the cooking device of this embodiment, and a visual window 20 is arranged on the top of each cooking cavity 2.

[0050] Specifically, a visual window 20 is provided on the top of each cooking cavity 2, so that the AI ​​camera module 3 can slide to the top of the corresponding cooking cavity 2 to photograph and analyze the food inside, thereby achieving the effect of automatic cooking by the subsequent system.

[0051] Embodiment 2:

[0052] As attached Figure 5-10 As shown: This embodiment shows a cooking device with a visual recognition device, including a shell 1, a cooking cavity 2 and a visual recognition device, the visual recognition device is movably connected to the shell 1 and arranged above the cooking cavity 2, the visual recognition device includes a camera module 3 and a transmission structure 5, the camera module 3 is fixedly connected to the transmission structure 5, the transmission structure 5 is movably connected to the shell 1, the transmission structure 5 includes an electromagnet 10, a connecting rod 11, a connecting rod bracket 12 and a camera module bracket 8, the electromagnet 10 is fixedly connected to the shell 1, a travel groove 9 is opened on the shell 1, the connecting rod bracket 12 is fixedly connected to one side of the travel groove 9, the connecting rod 11 is rotatably connected to the connecting rod bracket 12, one end of the connecting rod 11 is rotatably connected to the output end of the electromagnet 10, and the other end of the connecting rod 11 is rotatably connected to the camera module The bracket 8 is rotatably connected, and the camera module bracket 8 is slidably connected in the travel groove 9. The connecting rod 11 is provided with a first through hole 13, a second through hole 14 and a third through hole 15. The output end of the electromagnet 10 is fixedly provided with a first connecting column 16, and the connecting rod bracket 12 is fixedly provided with a second connecting column 17. The camera module bracket 8 is provided with a third connecting column 18. The first connecting column 16 is rotatably connected to the first through hole 13, the second connecting column 17 is rotatably connected to the second through hole 14, and the third connecting column 18 is rotatably connected to the third through hole 15. The camera module bracket 8 is provided with a fourth through hole 19, and the shell 1 is provided with a visible window 20. The camera module 3 is fixedly connected to the camera module bracket 8, and the bottom of the camera module 3 passes through the fourth through hole 19 and is arranged above the visible window 20.

[0053] Specifically, a signal detection switch is provided inside the shell 1 to detect whether the cooking cavity 2 is placed inside the shell 1. When it is detected that the shell 1 is pulled out, the AI ​​camera module 3 is on standby. When the cooking cavity 2 is put back into the shell 1, the program receives a signal to drive the electromagnet 10 to work, and slides the camera module 3 to the top of the cooking cavity 2 that has just been put back through the connecting rod 11 for detection: when the connecting rod 11 rotates clockwise to the stroke limit, the camera module bracket 8 slides the camera module 3 to the top of the cooking cavity 2 on the left; when the connecting rod 11 rotates counterclockwise to the stroke limit, the camera module bracket 8 slides the camera module 3 to the top of the cooking cavity 2 on the right.

[0054] The above is only an embodiment of the present invention, and the common knowledge such as the known specific technical solutions and / or characteristics in the solution is not described in detail here. It should be pointed out that for those skilled in the art, without departing from the technical solution of the present invention, several modifications and improvements can be made, which should also be regarded as the protection scope of the present invention, and these will not affect the effect of the implementation of the present invention and the practicality of the patent. The scope of protection required by this application shall be based on the content of its claims, and the specific implementation methods and other records in the specification can be used to interpret the content of the claims.

Claims

1. A cooking device with a visual recognition device, comprising a housing (1), a cooking cavity (2) arranged inside the housing, and the visual recognition device, characterized in that: The visual recognition device comprises a camera module (3) and a transmission structure (5), wherein the camera module (3) is connected to the transmission structure (5), and the transmission structure (5) is movably connected to the housing (1); The visual recognition device is movably connected to the shell (1) and is arranged above the cooking cavity (2), and the camera module (3) is arranged toward the inside of the cooking cavity (2).

2. The cooking device with a visual recognition device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The transmission structure (5) comprises a synchronous motor (4), a rack (6), a signal detection component (7) and a camera module bracket (8); a travel groove (9) is provided on the housing (1); the signal detection component (7) is arranged at both ends of the travel groove (9); the rack (6) is slidably connected in the travel groove (9); the camera module bracket (8) is fixedly connected to one end of the rack (6); the synchronous motor (4) is fixedly connected to the housing (1); and the output end of the synchronous motor (4) is meshed with the rack (6).

3. The cooking device with a visual recognition device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The transmission structure (5) comprises an electromagnet (10), a connecting rod (11), a connecting rod bracket (12) and a camera module bracket (8); the electromagnet (10) is fixedly connected to the housing (1); a travel groove (9) is provided on the housing (1); the connecting rod bracket (12) is fixedly connected to one side of the travel groove (9); the connecting rod (11) is rotatably connected to the connecting rod bracket (12); one end of the connecting rod (11) is rotatably connected to the output end of the electromagnet (10); the other end of the connecting rod (11) is rotatably connected to the camera module bracket (8); and the camera module bracket (8) is slidably connected in the travel groove (9).

4. The cooking device with a visual recognition device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The connecting rod (11) is provided with a first through hole (13), a second through hole (14) and a third through hole (15); the output end of the electromagnet (10) is fixedly provided with a first connecting column (16); the connecting rod bracket (12) is fixedly provided with a second connecting column (17); the camera module bracket (8) is provided with a third connecting column (18); the first connecting column (16) is rotatably connected to the first through hole (13); the second connecting column (17) is rotatably connected to the second through hole (14); and the third connecting column (18) is rotatably connected to the third through hole (15).

5. A cooking device with a visual recognition device according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that: The camera module bracket (8) is provided with a fourth through hole (19), the housing (1) is provided with a visual window (20), the camera module (3) is fixedly connected to the camera module bracket (8), and the bottom of the camera module (3) passes through the fourth through hole (19) and is arranged above the visual window (20).

6. The cooking device with a visual recognition device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The camera module (3) comprises a PCB circuit board (21) and a camera (22), wherein the camera (22) is fixedly connected below the PCB circuit board (21).

7. The cooking device with a visual recognition device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The housing (1) is provided with a visual base (23), the visual base (23) is provided with a window groove (24), and the visual window (20) is fixedly connected in the window groove (24).

8. The cooking device with a visual recognition device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The visible window (20) and the cooking cavity (2) are arranged at an inclined angle, and the camera (22) and the visible window (20) are arranged parallel to each other.

9. The cooking device with a visual recognition device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The angle between the visual window (20) and the cooking cavity (2) is set in the range of 20° to 60°.

10. The cooking device with a visual recognition device according to claim 5, characterized in that: Two cooking cavities (2) are arranged inside the cooking device, and the top of each cooking cavity (2) is provided with a visible window (20).

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