Cooking apparatus

Abstract

The application belongs to the technical field of kitchen electrical equipment, and specifically provides a cooking equipment, which comprises a cooking main body formed with a cooking chamber, and a heat dissipation assembly arranged on the top of the cooking main body and comprising a heat dissipation air bellow assembly and a heat dissipation fan arranged on the heat dissipation air bellow assembly; wherein the heat dissipation assembly comprises a first heat dissipation chamber and a second heat dissipation chamber, so that under the action of the heat dissipation fan, gas can be discharged from the cooking equipment through the first heat dissipation chamber and / or the second heat dissipation chamber. Through such a structure, the heat dissipation performance of the cooking equipment can be ensured through the arrangement of the double heat dissipation chambers. The heat dissipation paths of the first / second heat dissipation chambers can be flexibly arranged according to actual needs by those skilled in the art, so that the first / second heat dissipation chambers can effectively dissipate heat for components, regions and the like located on the heat dissipation paths thereof.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of kitchen appliance technology, specifically to a cooking device. Background Technology

[0002] To meet user needs, cooking appliances such as steam ovens and ovens, which require no user intervention during the cooking process, have emerged on the market. For example, a steam oven works by continuously supplying high-temperature steam to the inner cavity containing the food, thus cooking it through pure steaming. A steam-oven oven works by continuously supplying circulating hot air to the inner cavity containing the food, thus cooking it through hot air baking. Accordingly, the most basic form of kitchen appliances is: using a steam oven to cook food by steaming, and using an oven to cook food by baking. With the increasing sophistication of kitchen appliances, products such as steam-oven combos, steam-oven-fry combos, and integrated cooktops and cooking appliances (such as integrated cooking centers) have appeared on the market. It should be noted that steam-oven combos, steam-oven-fry combos, and integrated cooking centers are just specific product forms of cooking appliances; single-function cooking appliances and any type of cooking appliance containing multiple cooking units (such as dual-cavity steamers / ovens) can all be considered applicable scenarios for this application.

[0003] Taking a steam oven as an example, since steaming and baking use steam and hot air (which may also include steam) as cooking media respectively, there is an inevitable need for heat dissipation during the cooking process. Especially for cooking equipment with a certain degree of integration, various heat sources often inevitably overlap and interfere with each other to some extent. Therefore, there is considerable room for improvement in how to effectively dissipate heat from cooking equipment. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This application aims to solve at least part of the above-mentioned technical problems and / or at least part of the above-mentioned technical problems, specifically, how to improve the heat dissipation performance of cooking equipment.

[0005] In view of the above, this application provides a cooking device, which includes: a cooking body having a cooking chamber; and a heat dissipation assembly disposed on the top of the cooking body and including: a heat dissipation fan assembly; and a heat dissipation fan disposed on the heat dissipation fan assembly; wherein the heat dissipation assembly includes a first heat dissipation cavity and a second heat dissipation cavity, so that: under the action of the heat dissipation fan, gas can be discharged from the cooking device through the first heat dissipation cavity and / or the second heat dissipation cavity.

[0006] This configuration allows for the assurance of heat dissipation performance of the cooking equipment through the dual heat dissipation chambers. Those skilled in the art can flexibly configure the heat dissipation paths of the first and second heat dissipation chambers according to actual needs, enabling the first and second heat dissipation chambers to effectively dissipate heat to components and areas along their heat dissipation paths. For example, the air inlet directions of the first and second heat dissipation chambers can be the same or different, and the heat dissipation paths of the first and second heat dissipation chambers can be independent, overlapping, spatially separated but capable of heat exchange.

[0007] In one possible implementation of the above-mentioned cooking equipment, the cooking body includes a housing and an inner liner disposed within the housing, the inner liner forming a cooking chamber, the housing including a top plate and an upper plate located below the top plate, wherein the heat dissipation fan assembly, the upper plate and the top plate form a first heat dissipation cavity, and the heat dissipation fan assembly and the upper plate form a second heat dissipation cavity.

[0008] This configuration provides a possible way to form a dual heat dissipation cavity.

[0009] In one possible implementation of the above-mentioned cooking equipment, the heat dissipation box assembly includes: a heat dissipation box in which the heat dissipation fan is disposed; and a chamber partition structure disposed in the heat dissipation box in a fixed connection or integrally formed manner; wherein the heat dissipation box assembly, the upper plate and the top plate form the first heat dissipation cavity, and the chamber partition structure and the upper plate form the second heat dissipation cavity.

[0010] This configuration allows for a better construction of dual heat dissipation cavities through the arrangement of chamber partitions. Those skilled in the art can determine the number and structural form of the chamber partitions according to actual needs. For example, it may include one or more parts, each of which can be a planar structure, an inclined structure, a curved surface structure, etc.

[0011] In one possible implementation of the cooking device described above, the cooking device includes a door assembly, and the first heat dissipation cavity and / or the second heat dissipation cavity have a heat dissipation air inlet communication structure on the side near the door assembly.

[0012] This configuration allows for effective heat dissipation of the door components through heat dissipation assemblies.

[0013] In one possible implementation of the cooking device described above, the door assembly is provided with a heat dissipation channel that communicates with the area of ​​the cooking device near the bottom.

[0014] With this configuration, the heat dissipation channel in the door allows for heat dissipation to the area below the cooking unit via a heat dissipation component located above the cooking unit.

[0015] In one possible implementation of the above-mentioned cooking equipment, the cooking body includes a front frame, and the heat dissipation and air intake communication structure is disposed on the front frame and / or the upper plate.

[0016] This configuration provides a possible way to structure the heat dissipation and air intake area.

[0017] Furthermore, due to limitations in apartment layouts and other factors, kitchen space available for cooking equipment is limited. Therefore, cooking appliances, with their advantages of multiple functions and small size, are increasingly favored by users. Taking a steam oven as an example, and considering the currently common built-in installation, one installation method involves mounting the gas stove on the kitchen countertop and the steam oven below it. The steam oven can be integrated with the gas stove (e.g., overlapping functions like heat dissipation and exhaust) or installed in a compact manner (a combination of independent functions). In this scenario, the steam oven is positioned low, and its front panel (which may only display functions or combine interactive and display functions) is located on the user-facing side. In this case, the panel's position significantly impacts the user experience when selecting modes before cooking or obtaining / adjusting parameters during the cooking process.

[0018] Therefore, there is still much room for improvement in how to enhance the user experience of cooking equipment installed in low positions.

[0019] In one possible implementation of the above-mentioned cooking device, the cooking device includes a panel portion disposed on the cooking body. The panel portion includes: a first panel assembly including a first panel; and at least one second panel assembly including a second panel. The first panel is at least capable of moving in a posture conducive to user operation, and at least a portion of the movement modes of the first panel and the second panel are different. The first panel includes at least interactive functions that allow user operation, and at least one of the plurality of second panels includes functions capable of displaying information or including interactive functions that allow user operation.

[0020] This configuration aims to enhance the user experience by allowing the panel to better meet user interaction needs through differentiated movement methods. For example, the first panel includes at least an interactive area (which may also include a display area). The second panel typically includes a display area (and may also include an interactive area with low / extremely low operation frequency). Since there are multiple second panels, they can also function solely as a mechanical structure to move relative to the first panel.

[0021] In one possible implementation of the cooking device described above, the cooking device includes a base disposed above the cooking body and forming a cavity, the cavity having an open side facing the operator, wherein the second panel assembly is capable of covering at least a portion of the open side.

[0022] With this configuration, the second panel assembly can simultaneously serve as both the chamber cover and the display panel.

[0023] In one possible implementation, the chamber includes a first chamber and a second chamber, both of which are capable of accommodating components of the cooking device. The first chamber and the second chamber are respectively configured with second panel assemblies, and the first panel assembly is disposed between the two second panel assemblies.

[0024] This configuration provides a possible structural form for the first panel assembly and the second panel assembly to form the panel section. The included components can be understood as components related to the basic functions of the cooking equipment (such as in the case of a steam oven or a steam-grill combination oven), such as a water tank. The configured components can be understood as other components such as a storage box, or simply as components whose inclusion or absence does not substantially affect the basic functions of the cooking equipment.

[0025] In one possible implementation, the second panel includes at least one portion, wherein, in the case of multiple portions of the second panel, at least one of the multiple portions is integrally formed, independently disposed, or connected to each other; or at least two of the multiple portions are capable of changing their relative positions.

[0026] This configuration allows for a better user experience by optimizing the internal structure of the second panel.

[0027] In one possible implementation, the second panel assembly includes a panel base, at least a portion of a plurality of portions of the second panel being disposed on the panel base, at least one of the plurality of portions being movable along the panel base or capable of changing its relative position to the panel base through deformation. With this configuration, only a localized area of ​​the second panel can be used as a display functional area. For example, the panel base can be a frame, a mounting base, etc., and a slide rail can be provided on the mounting base.

[0028] In one possible implementation of the above-described cooking device, the first panel can be disposed on the base in an upward-flipping manner; and / or the second panel can be disposed on the open side of the base corresponding to the respective chamber in a downward-flipping manner.

[0029] This configuration provides a specific mode of movement for the second panel.

[0030] In one possible implementation, the first panel assembly includes a drive mechanism, which comprises a drive component and a transmission mechanism. The drive component is capable of driving the first panel to rotate upwards to a position suitable for user operation via the transmission mechanism. This configuration provides a way to switch the posture of the first panel, allowing for other movements of the first panel or the first panel assembly besides upward rotation.

[0031] In one possible implementation, the first panel or the first panel assembly can be flipped forward relative to the second panel assembly; and / or the first panel assembly can move forward or upward in a straight line relative to the second panel assembly.

[0032] This configuration allows for a better user experience. For example, if there is some obstruction above when only flipping upwards, a combination of forward and upward flipping can be used to ensure a good user experience. Other movements of the first panel or its components can be achieved through the aforementioned drive mechanism or through an additionally configured drive mechanism.

[0033] In one possible implementation, the panel portion includes a middle section, on which the first panel assembly and / or the second panel assembly are movably disposed. This configuration allows for more flexible switching of the pose (position and attitude) of the first panel assembly and / or the second panel assembly between working and non-working states via movement of the first panel assembly / second panel assembly relative to the middle section. The middle component can be any structural form with reserved space capable of accommodating the first and / or second panel assemblies.

[0034] In one possible implementation of the above-mentioned cooking equipment, the door assembly of the cooking equipment is disposed on the cooking body in a push-pull manner; and / or the heat dissipation box assembly is provided with a heat dissipation vent, through which the gas in the first heat dissipation chamber and the second heat dissipation chamber can be discharged from the cooking equipment.

[0035] The push-pull mechanism improves the user experience when opening / closing the door components, especially in situations where the installation position is low. Other opening mechanisms, such as tilting down, often require the user to squat or exert force with their arms when opening or closing the door. Furthermore, the location, number, and specific method of exhausting air from the cooking equipment can be flexibly determined according to actual needs, such as direct exhaust or exhaust through other components integrated into the cooking equipment. Attached Figure Description

[0036] This application will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings and in conjunction with a cooking appliance comprising a steam oven (including a steam cooking unit and a baking cooking unit) and a cooktop unit (also referred to as an integrated cooking center). In the drawings:

[0037] Figure 1 This invention provides an installation schematic diagram of the integrated cooking center according to a first embodiment of the present application.

[0038] Figure 2 This illustration shows the state of the integrated cooking center according to the first embodiment of this application. Figure 1 In the figure, both the first and second panels are in an unflipped state (the surfaces of the first and second panels are roughly flush).

[0039] Figure 3 This illustration shows the state of the integrated cooking center according to the first embodiment of this application. Figure 2 In the diagram, both the first and second panels are in a flipped state (the first panel is flipped up and the second panel is flipped down);

[0040] Figure 4 An exploded view of the integrated cooking center according to a first embodiment of this application is shown, with the stove head of the cooktop unit removed.

[0041] Figure 5 A cross-sectional schematic diagram of the integrated cooking center according to a first embodiment of this application is shown, illustrating the heat dissipation path of the door assembly;

[0042] Figure 6 An exploded view of the heat dissipation assembly in the integrated cooking center according to the first embodiment of this application is shown. Figure 1 The top plate of the main cooking unit is omitted in the picture;

[0043] Figure 7 An exploded view of the heat dissipation assembly in the integrated cooking center according to the first embodiment of this application is shown. Figure 2 The figure shows the first / second snap-fit ​​structure;

[0044] Figure 8 for Figure 7 A magnified schematic diagram of part A in the middle;

[0045] Figure 9 for Figure 8 Assembly diagram;

[0046] Figure 10 A partial structural schematic diagram of the integrated cooking center according to a first embodiment of this application is shown, in which the top plate and above are removed and heat dissipation components are shown;

[0047] Figure 11This diagram illustrates the heat dissipation path of the second heat dissipation cavity in the integrated cooking center according to a first embodiment of this application.

[0048] Figure 12 This diagram shows a partial structural schematic of the integrated cooking center of the first embodiment of this application, with the top plate and above removed.

[0049] Figure 13 for Figure 12 A magnified schematic diagram of part B in the middle;

[0050] Figure 14 This paper shows a schematic diagram of the top structure of the integrated cooking center with steaming and baking functions in the first embodiment of this application. The diagram shows the top plate, upper plate, top plate cover, and connecting components.

[0051] Figure 15 This invention provides a schematic cross-sectional view of the integrated cooking center according to a first embodiment of the present application.

[0052] Figure 16 for Figure 15 A magnified schematic diagram of part C in the middle;

[0053] Figure 17 for Figure 15 A magnified schematic diagram of part D in the middle;

[0054] Figure 18 An exploded view of the integrated cooking center according to a first embodiment of this application is shown, illustrating cooking medium pipes, connecting components, etc.

[0055] Figure 19 A schematic diagram of the rear structure of the integrated cooking center according to a first embodiment of this application is shown, including a door lock, etc.

[0056] Figure 20 This application shows a schematic diagram of the structure of the panel portion in the integrated cooking center according to a first embodiment of the present application. Figure 1 The first panel in the picture is in a flipped state, while the second panel is in a non-flipped state.

[0057] Figure 21 This application shows a schematic diagram of the structure of the panel portion in the integrated cooking center according to a first embodiment of the present application. Figure 2 The first panel assembly is shown in an exploded view in the figure; and

[0058] Figure 22 The figure shows a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the panel portion in the integrated cooking center according to a first embodiment of this application, and the figure shows the linkage assembly in the drive mechanism;

[0059] Figure 23 A schematic diagram of the integrated cooking center according to a second embodiment of this application is shown, in which two chambers share a second panel assembly;

[0060] Figure 24 This invention provides a schematic diagram of the panel portion in the integrated cooking center according to a second embodiment of the present application. Both the first and second panels in the diagram are in a flipped-over state.

[0061] Figure 25 An exploded view of the panel portion in the integrated cooking center according to a second embodiment of this application is shown.

[0062] List of reference numerals in the attached diagram:

[0063] 100. Steam oven / grill combo;

[0064] 1. Main cooking ingredients;

[0065] 11. Box body;

[0066] 111. Top plate; 1111. Top plate cover plate;

[0067] 112. Upper plate; 1121. First connecting structure; 1122. Upper plate bending;

[0068] 113. Front door frame; 1131. Second connecting structure;

[0069] 114. Matrix; 1141. Partition;

[0070] 12. Inner liner;

[0071] 13. Door lock; 131. Lock tongue;

[0072] 2. Panel section;

[0073] 21. First panel component;

[0074] 211. First panel (assembly);

[0075] 212. Drive mechanism;

[0076] 2121, Drive motor; 21211, Motor bracket;

[0077] 2122. Linkage assembly;

[0078] 21221, Short Link (First Link); 21222, Long Link (Second Link);

[0079] 213. Installation section;

[0080] 2131. Base;

[0081] 2132. Panel mounting section;

[0082] 21321. Mounting plate; 21322. Mounting frame;

[0083] 22. Second panel component;

[0084] 221. Second panel (assembly);

[0085] 2221. First docking structure; 2222. Second docking structure;

[0086] 223. Operating terminal;

[0087] 3. Door components;

[0088] 31. Door air outlet connection structure; 32. Door heat dissipation channel;

[0089] 4. Heat dissipation components;

[0090] 401, First heat dissipation cavity; 402, Second heat dissipation cavity;

[0091] 41. Heat dissipation fan box assembly;

[0092] 411. Cooling fan box; 4111. Fan box body; 4112. Fan box cover;

[0093] 412. Chamber partition structure; 4121. Chamber partition plate; 4122. Chamber partition flange;

[0094] 4131. First snap-fit ​​structure; 4132. Second snap-fit ​​structure;

[0095] 4141. First locking and limiting structure; 4142. Second limiting structure;

[0096] 42. Cooling fan;

[0097] 431. Heat dissipation vent;

[0098] 432. Heat dissipation and air intake connection structure;

[0099] 4321, First diffuser air intake area; 4322, Second diffuser air intake area;

[0100] 44. Cooking medium pipeline;

[0101] 45. Condensation structure;

[0102] 461. Condensing structure mounting position; 462. Groove; 463. Stepped surface; 464. Cooking medium connection structure;

[0103] 51. First chamber; 52. Second chamber;

[0104] 61. First water box; 62. Second water box;

[0105] 200. Cooktop unit;

[0106] 201. Stove air outlet; 2011. Exhaust structure;

[0107] 202. Connecting components; 2021. Connecting structure;

[0108] 203. Condensate collection structure;

[0109] 204. Connection structure;

[0110] 300. Kitchen under-cabinets. Detailed Implementation

[0111] Preferred embodiments of this application are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Those skilled in the art should understand that these embodiments are merely illustrative of the technical principles of this application and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. For example, although this embodiment describes a cooking appliance in conjunction with a steam oven that includes steaming and baking functions (including convection baking and steam baking) and a steam oven positioned below the cooktop unit, this is not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Without departing from the principles of this application, those skilled in the art can apply this application to other application scenarios, such as a steam oven / fryer combo, a dual-cavity steam / oven, or a single-function cooking appliance. Furthermore, the integrated cooking appliance can also be placed in other locations (such as between the sink and the cooktop unit).

[0112] It should be noted that in the description of this application, terms such as "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," indicating directions or positional relationships, are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. These are used merely for ease of description and do not indicate or imply that the device or element must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation; therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0113] Furthermore, it should be noted that, in the description of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "setup," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection, an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0114] Furthermore, to better illustrate this application, numerous specific details are provided in the following detailed embodiments. Those skilled in the art should understand that this application can still be implemented without certain specific details. In some instances, the principles of steaming / baking functions, which are well-known to those skilled in the art, are not described in detail in order to highlight the main points of this application.

[0115] The following will refer to the appendix. Figures 1 to 25 This application shall be described in at least a portion thereof.

[0116] Example 1

[0117] Main reference Figures 1 to 5 In one possible implementation, the integrated cooking center includes a steam oven 100 and a cooktop unit 200, which are installed in the kitchen using a recessed installation method. Exemplarily, the steam oven 100 is installed in a lower kitchen cabinet 300 below the cooktop unit 200. The cooktop unit has an air vent on its cooktop surface, and the steam oven's heat dissipation vent can communicate with the cooktop's air vent to achieve upward heat dissipation. The steam oven mainly includes a cooking body 1, a panel 2, a door assembly 3, and a heat dissipation assembly 4. Both the panel 2 and the door assembly 3 are located on the cooking body 1. The panel 2 is located on the side of the cooking body facing the operator (e.g., the front side) and above the door assembly 3. The door assembly 3 is installed on the cooking body 1 in a push-pull or flip-up manner.

[0118] In this example, the cooking body 1 includes a box 11 and an inner liner 12 inside the box. The box 11 includes a top plate 111, an upper plate 112 (below the top plate), a front frame 113, and a base 114. The top plate 111, the upper plate 112, and the base 114 are located at the top of the box. The panel 2 is disposed on the base 114. The heat dissipation assembly 4 is located between the top plate 111 and the upper plate 112 and is disposed on the upper plate.

[0119] In this example, the steam oven is also equipped with a door lock 13. If the door lock 13 is located at the position of the cooking body corresponding to the front frame 113 and can cooperate with the lock hole and other features at the corresponding position of the door assembly 3, the door assembly can be locked.

[0120] In one possible implementation, the cooking body 1 of the steam oven includes a first cooking unit corresponding to the steaming function (e.g., a steam cooking unit), a second cooking unit corresponding to the baking function (including pure baking and baking with steam participation) (e.g., a baking cooking unit), and a steam section capable of simultaneously supplying steam, the cooking medium, to both the first and second cooking units. In this example, the inner liner 12 of the cooking body 1 forms a cooking chamber that can serve as both the first and second cooking units and is used to hold the food to be cooked. For example, a shelf can be provided inside the inner liner, allowing the food to be cooked to be placed directly on the shelf or placed in a dish (e.g., a plate) placed on the shelf. Since the steaming and baking functions are closely related to the temperature of the cooking medium, heating elements such as heating tubes can be provided on the inner top, inner sides, and inner bottom of the inner liner to provide primary or auxiliary / supplementary heating of the cooking medium (hot airflow and / or steam) in the cooking chamber when needed.

[0121] In one possible implementation, the steam unit mainly includes a steam generating device and a steam pipe that can communicate with the cooking chamber. The steam generating device can be a steam plate, a steam generator, etc., and can be located on the top or back of the cooking unit. The steam generating device mainly includes a steam generating device body and is equipped with a clean water box and a water collection box. The steam generating device body forms a steam generating chamber and is equipped with steam generating heating components such as heating pipes. The clean water box is mainly used to provide water (steam generating agent) to the steam generating chamber to generate steam. For example, after the water in the clean water box is pumped into the steam generating chamber, the water in the steam generating chamber can be heated by the heating pipes to generate steam as the cooking medium. The water collection box is mainly used to collect water accumulated during the cooking process, high-humidity water vapor / high-temperature and high-humidity gas in the cooking chamber, condensate, etc. A drain pump can be provided for the collection box, and the wastewater collected in the collection box can be drained into a wastewater box, such as one provided with the whole machine (the wastewater box is cleaned and the accumulated water is emptied periodically). The steam pipes are mainly used to distribute the generated steam to the cooking chamber, so that the cooking chamber where the food to be cooked is located is filled with steam. Based on this, the food to be cooked can be cooked by pure steaming / steam baking (tender baking) or other methods through the corresponding control program.

[0122] In one possible implementation, the baking function cooking unit typically includes a fan hood assembly, which is primarily used to provide circulating hot airflow into the cooking chamber. The fan hood assembly mainly includes a centrifugal fan (such as a temperature equalizer) and a heating coil, etc., to ensure that the temperature of the hot airflow within the cooking chamber is as uniform and consistent as possible. Exemplarily, the fan hood assembly includes a fan hood, and the cooking body 1 includes a back plate. In this example, a hot air chamber is formed between the cooking body back plate and the fan hood. A centrifugal fan is disposed within the hot air chamber, and heating components such as the heating coil can be disposed within the hot air chamber or at other locations near the hot air chamber. Taking a heating coil as an example, the heating coil can be disposed within the hot air chamber, and the centrifugal fan can be disposed within the area enclosed by the heating coil. The fan hood has a return air vent near the centrifugal fan, and also has an air supply vent, such as the air supply vent positioned approximately circumferentially around the return air vent or at a partial circumferential location. For example, a centrifugal fan includes a motor and a fan. The motor drives the fan to rotate facing the return air vent. The fan's rotation draws air from inside the inner chamber through the return air vent into the hot air chamber. Exemplarily, a heating coil is positioned within the hot air chamber corresponding to the return air vent, and the fan is positioned within the area enclosed by the heating coil. Thus, under the action of the centrifugal fan, air from inside the inner chamber is drawn into the hot air chamber through the return air vent, heated by the heating coil, and converted into hot airflow carrying heat as a cooking medium. The fan then propels this hot airflow towards the outer air outlet and back into the inner chamber. This cycle continuously delivers hot airflow to the surface of the food to be cooked, allowing the food to be cooked using a hot air roasting method according to a corresponding control program.

[0123] It should be noted that the hot air chamber mentioned here is not necessarily a complete chamber, but rather should be understood as an installation location for accommodating the centrifugal fan and heating coil. Therefore, those skilled in the art can determine the structural form and communication configuration of the hot air chamber according to actual needs. For example, the centrifugal fan and heating coil can be placed in the same chamber or in two separate connected chambers. The hot air chamber can communicate with the cooking chamber through multiple connecting holes, or it can communicate with the cooking chamber by making a certain part of it an open structure.

[0124] Continue to refer to Figures 1 to 5 And further refer to Figures 6 to 19In one possible implementation, the heat dissipation component 4 mainly includes a heat dissipation box assembly 41 and a heat dissipation fan 42 disposed in the heat dissipation box assembly. The heat dissipation fan 42 is a centrifugal fan. The heat dissipation fan is mainly used to draw air into the heat dissipation box and discharge it through the air outlet of the heat dissipation box, thereby dissipating heat from components such as the power board, components, the aforementioned door assembly, and panel to ensure the reliable operation of the cooking equipment.

[0125] In one possible implementation, the heat dissipation box assembly 41 includes a heat dissipation box 411, on which a chamber partition structure 412 is provided in a fixed connection or integrally formed manner, extending along the top of the box body (generally in a horizontal direction). For example, in this example, a chamber partition structure is fixedly provided below the heat dissipation box.

[0126] For example, the cooling box 411 mainly includes a box body 4111 and a box cover 4112 disposed on the box body. An air duct is formed inside the box body, a cooling fan 42 is disposed on the box body, a cooling outlet 431 is disposed on the box cover, and a cooling air inlet connection structure is disposed on the upper plate (and the front door frame). In this example, the cooling box is roughly a volute-shaped structure. Obviously, those skilled in the art can determine the structural form and configuration of the cooling box according to actual needs. For example, the box body and the box cover can be disassembled into more components and then combined into a cooling box in other ways.

[0127] In one possible implementation, the cooking body 1 includes a housing 11 and an inner liner 12 disposed within the housing. The housing has a top plate 111 and an upper plate 112 arranged from top to bottom. A heat dissipation fan assembly 41 is located between the top plate 111 and the upper plate 112 and can be fixed to the upper plate. Thus, the top plate 111, the heat dissipation fan assembly 41, and the upper plate 112 form a first heat dissipation cavity 401 (which may be referred to as the upper heat dissipation cavity). By using a heat dissipation fan to draw air from the first heat dissipation cavity into the heat dissipation fan assembly and exhaust it through the heat dissipation vent, heat can be dissipated from the electrical components on the top of the steam oven. The heat dissipation fan assembly 41 and the upper plate 112 form a second heat dissipation cavity 402 (which may be referred to as the lower heat dissipation cavity). By using a heat dissipation fan to draw air from the second heat dissipation cavity into the heat dissipation fan assembly and exhaust it through the heat dissipation fan vent, heat can be dissipated from the area near the top of the inner liner, thereby reducing heat radiation from the inner liner to the top of the housing. After the cooling fan starts running, a negative pressure is formed inside the cooling box. Heat from the first / second cooling chamber enters the main body of the cooling box through the first / second cooling air inlet, and is then discharged to the outside of the equipment through the cooling air outlet.

[0128] In one possible implementation, the cooking body 1 also includes a door lock 13, which in this example is fixed to the upper plate 112 and located approximately in the center of the device. Correspondingly, the cooling fan 42 is offset at the top of the cooking body 1 to provide sufficient installation space for structures such as the door lock that need to be positioned in the center. Simultaneously, the chamber partition structure 412 extends sufficiently along the width of the cooking device, thereby enabling a more uniform gas flow field and effectively preventing phenomena such as uneven heat distribution between the left and right sides of the device.

[0129] In one possible implementation, the housing 1 includes a front door frame 113, and an upper plate 112 with an upper plate bend 1122 on the inner side of the front door frame. A first connecting structure 1121 and a second connecting structure 1131 are respectively provided at corresponding positions on the front door frame and the upper plate bend, forming a heat dissipation and air intake connecting structure 432. This allows an air intake side for the heat dissipation assembly to be formed on the front side of the cooking body near the door assembly. The door lock 13 can extend through the heat dissipation and air intake connecting structure located in the middle (or a separate through hole can be machined, in which case the through hole can also serve as a heat dissipation and air intake connecting structure) to engage with the door assembly.

[0130] In one possible implementation, viewed along the width of the cooking device, there is a certain gap between the chamber partition structure 412 and the two side edges of the upper plate. Thus, the heat dissipation air intake connection structure corresponding to the gap position and the door lock installation position constitutes the first heat dissipation air intake area 4321 corresponding to the upper heat dissipation cavity, while the heat dissipation air intake connection structures at other positions (excluding the door lock area between the two ends of the upper plate along the width direction) can serve as the second heat dissipation air intake area 4322 of the lower heat dissipation cavity.

[0131] In one possible implementation, the upper panel bend 1122 includes a vertical portion extending from the upper panel and a horizontal portion extending from the upper side of the vertical portion. A heat dissipation air intake connection structure is disposed in the vertical portion, and the horizontal portion can be fixedly connected to the folded edge of the upper part of the front door frame by means of fasteners such as screws. Preferably, the first connection structure 1121 on the upper panel bend is a connecting hole, and the second connection structure 1131 on the front door frame 113 is a connecting pipe segment that can extend into the connecting hole. In this way, the connection structure on the front door frame not only constructs a heat dissipation air intake, but also plays a positioning role in fixing the upper panel.

[0132] Obviously, the structural form and arrangement of the first / second connecting structure are merely exemplary descriptions. Those skilled in the art can flexibly adjust them according to actual needs. For example, the connecting structure can be set directly on the front frame without a top plate fold, the first / second connecting structure can both be connecting holes, and the top plate fold can only include the vertical part. Taking the connecting hole as an example, the connecting hole can be any structural form such as a square hole, a round hole, or a strip hole. In addition, the distribution of the connecting holes can also be flexibly adjusted according to actual needs, such as being evenly distributed or differentially distributed (e.g., the density on both sides is greater than that in the middle).

[0133] In one possible implementation, the air inlet side of the first heat dissipation cavity 401 and / or the second heat dissipation cavity 402 is close to the door assembly 3. Correspondingly, a door exhaust communication structure 31 that can communicate with the first / second heat dissipation cavity is provided on the door assembly near the top. For example, in this example, the upper plate constituting the second heat dissipation cavity 402 has an air inlet communication structure such as a ventilation hole at the position corresponding to the air inlet side, and the door exhaust communication structure 31 consists of multiple communication holes provided on the door assembly near the top. In this way, the heat dissipation assembly can dissipate heat from the door assembly in a timely manner.

[0134] Obviously, air intake ventilation structures can also be provided in other locations within the second heat dissipation cavity, within the first heat dissipation cavity, or simultaneously within both the first and second heat dissipation cavities. Furthermore, the specific forms of the air intake connection structure and the door exhaust connection structure can be flexibly selected according to actual needs. For example, the structural form, number, and distribution of the connecting holes can be flexibly chosen. In addition to connecting holes, there can also be one or more strip-shaped connecting openings, one or more connecting seams extending horizontally (multiple connecting seams distributed along the height direction), etc.

[0135] In one possible implementation, the chamber partition structure 412 is connected to the upper plate 12 of the cooking body via a snap-fit ​​mechanism, reducing the need for screw fixing. Exemplarily, the chamber partition structure 412 includes a chamber partition plate 4121 as a main body and a chamber partition flange 4122 extending downward from the outer edge of the main body. The presence of the chamber partition flange and the spread area of ​​the chamber partition plate ensure the volume of the second heat dissipation cavity. A first snap-fit ​​structure 4131 is provided on the chamber partition flange 4122, and a second snap-fit ​​structure 4132 that can cooperate with the first snap-fit ​​structure is provided on the upper plate 12. In this example, the first snap-fit ​​structure is a buckle, and the second snap-fit ​​structure is a slot provided on the upper plate. Obviously, those skilled in the art can flexibly select the specific structural form of the first / second snap-fit ​​structure according to actual needs, such as swapping their positions.

[0136] In this example, the buckle is roughly V-shaped. The main body of the buckle has a first engaging and limiting structure 4141 and a second limiting structure 4142 on both sides corresponding to the V-shape. The first engaging structure is the transverse portion between one side of the V-shape and the flange, while the second engaging structure is a protrusion on the other side of the V-shape. When the buckle reaches the preset mating position, the lower surface of the transverse portion abuts against the upper surface of the upper plate, and the upper surface of the protrusion abuts against the position on the upper plate corresponding to the slot. This configuration effectively restricts the vertical degree of freedom of the chamber partition structure. Obviously, those skilled in the art can flexibly choose the structural form of the buckle body and the first / second limiting structures; for example, the second limiting structure could consist of multiple protrusions.

[0137] In one possible implementation, the door assembly 3 is provided with a door heat dissipation channel 32, and the door heat dissipation exhaust connection structure 31 can communicate with the area near the bottom of the cooking device through the door heat dissipation channel 32. Exemplarily, the door assembly is designed with a hollow structure, such as a door assembly including an outer glass layer, an inner glass layer, and a middle glass layer, with a hollow structure between the outer and middle glass layers and between the middle and inner glass layers, thus forming a door heat dissipation channel 32 inside the door assembly. For example, the door heat dissipation channel 32 is provided with a door heat dissipation intake connection structure 33, such as a connecting hole, a strip connecting hole, or a connecting seam, near the area near the bottom of the cooking device. In this way, the area near the bottom of the cooking device can be cooled by the heat dissipation assembly, and heat from the door assembly and the area above / below the cooking device can be discharged through the heat dissipation assembly. Obviously, the hollow structure door assembly is only an exemplary description of the door heat dissipation channel. Those skilled in the art can determine the specific form of the door heat dissipation channel according to actual needs, such as including a multi-layered hollow structure along the thickness direction, multiple channels arranged side-by-side along the width direction, a channel with a bent structure, etc.

[0138] In one possible implementation, the inner pot 12 and the heat dissipation box 411 are connected via a cooking medium pipe 44. In this example, one end of the cooking medium pipe 44 is connected to the inner pot, and the other end is connected to the heat dissipation box 411 near the heat dissipation outlet 431. This allows the cooking medium, such as steam and hot air, inside the inner pot to be discharged through the heat dissipation outlet. In this example, two cooking medium pipes 44 are included, arranged approximately symmetrically, and connected to the inner pot near the top.

[0139] In one possible implementation, viewed along the discharge direction of the cooking medium, a condensing structure 45 is provided downstream of or near the downstream side of the cooking medium pipe 44 (steam pipe). When the cooking medium contains steam (steam, hot airflow containing steam), during the process of the cooking medium being discharged into the heat dissipation box through the cooking medium pipe (during the upward discharge), the condensing structure converts part of the steam into condensate. The condensate, under its own gravity, flows back into the inner liner through the cooking medium pipe 44, while the rest is discharged through the heat dissipation vent. In this way, by setting up the cooking medium pipe, a portion of the steam to be discharged can be diverted through the heat dissipation components, thereby reducing the amount of steam discharged directly from the inner liner to the user when the door is opened, improving the user experience. The condensing structure also reduces the amount of steam discharged through the stove's vent. Furthermore, the condensing structure also reduces the probability of external air flowing back into the steam pipe.

[0140] In this example, the condensing structure is a condensing plate, which may have a gas communication structure and be approximately curved. The main body of the air box / chamber partition structure has a condensing structure mounting position 461 at a location roughly aligned with the heat dissipation outlet, and the condensing plate is positioned at this mounting position. Clearly, those skilled in the art can determine the structural form, number, and specific installation position / method of the condensing structure according to actual needs. For example, the condensing plate can be a flat plate, a curved plate, or a combination thereof. Furthermore, the condensing structure can also be a structure with multiple surfaces (such as a combination of three or five plates), a cylindrical structure, a spherical structure, a corrugated structure, etc. Again, taking the condensing structure as an example, a gas communication structure allowing steam to pass through can be provided in all or part of the condensing plate. This gas communication structure can be multiple connecting holes, multiple long connecting holes, etc.

[0141] In this example, the air box body / chamber partition structure forms a recess 462 near the heat dissipation outlet, and a stepped surface 463 is formed on the groove wall corresponding to the first side (left side) of the recess. On one of the two opposite sides of the condensation structure, one side ( Figure 13 The left side of the middle) is placed horizontally on the step surface, and the other side ( Figure 13The cooking medium (right side) abuts against the groove wall on the second side (right side) of the groove. A cooking medium connecting structure 464 is provided near the bottom of the groove wall on the second side of the groove. This connecting structure is a connecting hole adapted to a cooking medium pipe 44. The cooking medium pipe 44 is located between the rear side of the inner liner and the cabinet. The upper end of the cooking medium pipe 44 matches and connects to the connecting hole, thus directly connecting the cooking medium to the heat dissipation component. Based on this configuration, on the one hand, the cooking medium pipe 44 is installed on the side of the groove 462 (the condenser area of ​​the air duct). Simultaneously, the portion facing the outlet of the cooking medium pipe 44 is set as inclined or curved, thereby increasing the contact area between the steam and the condenser structure and thus improving the condensation effect of the condenser structure.

[0142] Obviously, the specific structure of the condenser mounting position and its cooperation with the condenser plate are only exemplary descriptions, and those skilled in the art can flexibly adjust them according to actual needs. For example, the condenser structure can be set at the condenser mounting position by means of plug-in (such as having a groove in the thickness direction of the air box body to allow the condenser plate to be inserted), snap-fit, multi-faceted overlap, screw connection, adhesive connection, etc.

[0143] In this application, a cooktop unit 200 is provided above the steam oven 100, and a cooktop air outlet 201 is provided on the cooktop surface of the cooktop unit. Correspondingly, the heat dissipation air outlet 431 of the heat dissipation component can be positioned facing / close to the top of the cabinet. In this way, the heat dissipation air outlet 431 can be connected to the cooktop air outlet 201 to achieve upward exhaust of heat. Compared with front exhaust methods (such as when a cross-flow fan is provided at the top, the heat-carrying air is usually exhausted forward from the door gap of the door assembly, and the front exhaust method will cause the heat to blow directly to the user's legs), it can effectively avoid thermal shock to the user's leg area.

[0144] In this example, a cooktop air vent 201 is provided on the cooktop surface of the cooktop unit, and a perforated exhaust structure 2011 is installed at the cooktop air vent 201 using a snap-fit ​​or other method. This arrangement effectively prevents external foreign objects from entering the interior of the cooking equipment. Obviously, the structure and arrangement of the exhaust structure can be flexibly selected according to actual needs. For example, the perforations can be round holes, grille structures, diamond-shaped holes, etc. In addition to snap-fit, magnetic adsorption, overlapping, etc., the cooktop air vent with perforations can also be directly machined into the cooktop surface in an integral manner.

[0145] For example, a range hood is usually installed above the cooktop unit (such as the top or side). This allows the range hood to remove the exhaust gas that carries heat in a timely manner, thereby preventing the indoor (kitchen) space from becoming too hot.

[0146] In one possible implementation, the cooktop air outlet 201 and the heat dissipation air outlet 431 are connected to each other via a connecting component 202. In this example, the connecting component includes two connecting structures 2021, such as a flexible tube (e.g., a corrugated pipe). The cooktop unit 200 has a condensate collection structure 203 (condensate collection box) at a position corresponding to the cooktop air outlet 201 (below the exhaust structure 2011). A connecting structure 204 is provided at the bottom of the condensate collection structure 203. If the connecting structure is a connecting pipe segment, the connecting pipe can be flexibly connected to the cooktop unit by fitting it onto the connecting pipe segment, thus offering the advantage of easy installation and disassembly. In this way, the condensation structure located at the heat dissipation air outlet can perform primary condensation of media such as steam, and the exhaust structure located at the cooktop air outlet can perform secondary condensation of the same media. The condensate from the first condensation flows back to the cooking chamber, while the condensate from the second condensation is collected through a condensate collection structure. This structure can be manually removed from its installation location, allowing for the timely disposal of the collected condensate and food residue as needed.

[0147] Obviously, those skilled in the art can flexibly select the structural form of the connecting component and the connection / dating method between it and the heat dissipation vent / stove vent according to actual needs. For example, the connecting structure can be a rigid pipe, a cylindrical structure, etc. The connecting component and the heat dissipation vent / stove vent can be connected or can be achieved by alignment without connection. The connecting component and the heat dissipation vent / stove vent can be connected by means of socketing, snap-fitting, screwing, etc. The connecting structure can include one or more (more than two in this example).

[0148] In one possible implementation, the top plate 111 is provided with a top plate cover 1111 at a position corresponding to the connecting component 202. In this way, the top plate cover 1111 can serve as an access panel, facilitating the inspection and maintenance of electrical components fixed on the top plate and avoiding the need for disassembly of the top plate. When installing the connecting component, the connecting component connected to the heat dissipation vent passes through the top plate cover and connects to the vent of the stove.

[0149] Continue to refer to Figures 1 to 5 And further refer to Figures 19 to 22 In one possible implementation, the panel portion 2 includes a first panel assembly 21 and at least one second panel assembly 22. As in this example, the second panel assembly includes two components, as per [the provided text]. Figure 4In the cooking body, two second panel components are located on the left and right sides respectively, with a first panel component positioned between them. The first panel component 21 (first panel 211) includes at least an interactive area, and may also include a display area. For example, before each cooking session, the user needs to set the mode in the interactive area of ​​the first panel. During cooking, operations such as allowing the user to adjust parameters also need to be performed in the interactive area of ​​the first panel. In this embodiment, at least one of the two second panel components (second panel 221) includes at least a display area, and may also include an interactive area with low (or even very low) operation frequency (such as periodic self-cleaning). Both the first and second panels are movable within the cooking body. The first panel can move in a posture conducive to user operation, and at least some of the movement methods of the first and second panels differ. When both the first and second panels are in a reference position (an inactive initial position or a default state in a non-use state), the surfaces of the first and second panels are approximately flush, and the two panels are also approximately flush with the surface of the door component 3 located within the cooking body. The structure of the first / second panel (assembly) typically includes, from the outside in, the panel glass, the panel support, and the panel back cover. The front surface of the first / second panel is the outer surface of the panel glass, and the rear surface of the first / second panel is the inner surface of the panel back cover.

[0150] It is understandable that the first panel can move towards a posture that is convenient for user operation through one or more combinations of movements. Such a posture could be an upward-sloping posture, an extension forward followed by an upward movement to an upward / horizontal posture, or a vertical rise followed by maintaining a vertical posture / moving to an inclined / horizontal posture. If the movements involved include linear motion in the horizontal and vertical directions, rotation, etc., it is clear that those skilled in the art can determine the specific structure used to achieve the corresponding movements based on actual needs. Taking linear motion as an example, it can be achieved through any reasonable linear module (such as a combination of a power cylinder, a motor, and a gear and rack mechanism).

[0151] Understandably, in addition to moving in a posture that facilitates user operation, the first panel can also have other purposes of movement, such as retracting into a certain space when not in use, or generating a certain relative movement with the second panel to ensure the compactness of the whole machine.

[0152] It is understandable that the second panel can also move relative to the cooking body through a combination of one or more movements. The phrase "at least some of the movement methods of the first and second panels are different" should be understood as: the structural forms of the mechanisms are different, the specific combination methods between the mechanisms are different, and the movement results achieved by the combination of the mechanisms are different.

[0153] Furthermore, the number, structure, function, and relative position of the second panel components to the first panel components can be flexibly selected according to actual needs. For example, two second panels can be centrally located on one side of the first panel component (e.g., the left side). The structures / functions of the two second panel components can be the same or different (e.g., one has a display function, the other has both a display function and an interactive function, has distinct display functions, or serves only as a cover (mechanical structure), etc.). In this example, both second panel components have display functions.

[0154] Because users need to crouch down to perform interactive operations, the operation is somewhat inconvenient. Therefore, this application first divides the functions of the panel into zones, specifically configuring display functions that require user operation and must be known each time cooking on the first panel. This allows for improved user experience through the movement of the first panel relative to the cooking object. In this example, the first panel can be rotated upwards relative to the cooking object (i.e., the aforementioned rotation). It is understood that those skilled in the art can determine the angle at which the first panel rotates upwards and how to achieve that angle based on actual needs. For example, it can stop at positions corresponding to one or more angles.

[0155] In this example, the first panel assembly 21 mainly includes the aforementioned first panel 211 and drive mechanism 212. The first panel is positioned on the base 114 above the cooking body 1 and is allowed to rotate upwards relative to the base by a certain amount (free pivoting). In this way, the first panel can be flipped upwards under the action of the drive mechanism, allowing the user to perform interactive operations and / or obtain relevant display information without crouching. Structures that enable the first panel to be pivotally positioned (rotatably positioned) on the base may include, but are not limited to, combinations of arc-shaped holes and spherical protrusions, combinations of larger holes and smaller protrusions, and combinations of shafts disposed within a pair of holes and sleeves that can freely pass through the shaft.

[0156] In one possible implementation, the drive mechanism 212 mainly includes a drive motor 2121 as a drive component and a linkage assembly 2122 as a transmission mechanism. In this example, the base 114, located between the first and second chambers, corresponds to the mounting position of the first panel assembly. The base 114 has a partition 1141 at the mounting position, dividing the mounting position into an upper space and a lower space. The drive motor 2121 is housed in the lower space and mounted on the partition via a motor bracket 21211. A short linkage extends from the lower section to the upper space, while a long linkage resides in the upper space.

[0157] In this example, the linkage assembly 2122 includes a short link 21221 as a first link and a long link 21222 as a second link. The drive motor is connected to the short link, the short link is connected to the long link, and the long link (pivot) is connected to the first panel (assembly).

[0158] Based on this structure, the process of the first panel rotating in and out is roughly as follows: the drive motor drives the short connecting rod to rotate the long connecting rod, thereby enabling the first panel to rotate upwards and out. When the long connecting rod is blocked by the short connecting rod, the rotation angle reaches its maximum, and the drive motor stalls (current increases). If this indicates that the rotation is complete, the drive motor can be stopped, and the upward rotation ends. When it is necessary to fold the first panel down to the reference position (such as a position roughly flush with the second panel and door assembly), the drive motor rotates in the opposite direction. The drive motor drives the long connecting rod to rotate through the short connecting rod, thereby causing the first panel to rotate downwards. If the first panel overlaps the outer edge of the base corresponding to the mounting position, the drive motor will stall. If this indicates that the rotation is complete, the drive motor can be stopped, and the downward rotation ends.

[0159] It is understood that the specific form of the aforementioned drive mechanism and its installation method on the base are merely exemplary descriptions. Those skilled in the art can flexibly select and adjust it according to actual needs. For example, the number / length of the connecting rods in the linkage assembly can be adjusted; the transmission mechanism can include other mechanisms besides the linkage assembly (such as adding a transmission mechanism between the drive motor and the linkage assembly, or adding a transmission mechanism between the linkage assembly and the first panel); the drive motor and the linkage assembly can be directly installed into a cavity without a partition; the linkage assembly can be replaced with a combination of one or more other transmission mechanisms (such as a rotating module of any form, such as a gear pair). In addition, besides judging whether the flipping is in place by the length of the connecting rod and the structure of the base itself, other limiting structures / mechanisms / detection components / rotation logic can also be used to determine whether the flipping is in place. For example, upward flipping includes multiple postures, such as one or more intermediate postures in addition to the aforementioned extreme upward flipping posture. In this case, the intermediate position flipping can be achieved by means such as a retractable limiting structure or setting the parameters of the motor.

[0160] It is understood that those skilled in the art can determine the structural form, relative position, and connection method of the substrate, first / second panel assemblies, etc., according to actual needs. This may include, but is not limited to: the first and second panel assemblies being independently disposed on the substrate; one of the first and second panel assemblies being directly disposed on the substrate, while the other is indirectly disposed on the substrate through a connection between the two panel assemblies; the first and second panel assemblies being fixedly connected or movably connected (e.g., telescopically extending along the panel surface, rotating along a vertical axis, etc.); the first and second panel assemblies being directly connected as described above, or an intermediate portion being added, with the first and second panel assemblies respectively disposed in the intermediate portion through a fixed or movably connected manner. Taking the second panel assembly as an example, it may be connected to the intermediate portion via a mounting frame, or it may be connected to the intermediate portion via other structures of the second panel assembly.

[0161] In one alternative embodiment, the middle portion (not shown) is provided with a drive mechanism that enables the first panel (assembly) and / or the second panel (assembly) to move linearly (e.g., to move the first panel assembly forward / upward as a whole) and rotate (e.g., to rotate the first panel assembly forward in the working state and backward in the non-working state and be housed within the middle portion). Obviously, the drive mechanism can be flexibly selected according to the actual form of movement. For example, linear movement can be achieved by a power cylinder or any reasonable linear module, and rotation can be achieved by a drive motor or any reasonable rotating module.

[0162] In one possible implementation, the base 114 has two corresponding chambers on both sides (e.g., referred to as the first chamber 51 and the second chamber 52, respectively). The first water box 61 and the second water box 62 (e.g., both water boxes can be clean water boxes, or one can be a clean water box and the other a wastewater box) are respectively disposed in the first chamber 51 and the second chamber 52. If the chambers are located at the bottom of the cooking body or in other positions, it is inconvenient for the user to remove the water boxes. Especially when it is necessary to send a full clean water box into the chamber or remove a full wastewater box from the chamber, not only is operation inconvenient, but leakage may also occur, affecting the cleanliness of the usage environment. In this application, by moving the chambers upwards, operational stability is significantly improved. Obviously, those skilled in the art can determine the specific structural form of the base according to actual needs, such as a combination of a frame and a cover plate, a combination of two shells, a combination of a mounting plate and a bracket, or an integrally formed structure, etc.

[0163] Unlike the first panel, the second panel can be configured to handle functions that require minimal user interaction, periodic notifications, or displays that don't require user awareness. In this example, the second panel can be flipped downwards relative to the cooking unit. This allows the second panel to function as both an interactive element and a cover for the storage area.

[0164] Obviously, the location of the containment area, the number of its chambers, and the specific form of the components inside can be flexibly adjusted according to actual needs. For example, it may include, but is not limited to: the containment area comprising only one chamber, such as placing one of the two water tanks in the top chamber (e.g., a chamber can also be provided at the bottom of the cooking body, with the other of the two water tanks placed in the bottom chamber); the cooking body is equipped with a storage box or other storage device, which is placed in one of the top chambers; etc.

[0165] In this example, the two second panel assemblies have largely the same structure; the following description uses the second panel assembly 22 located on the left as an example. In one possible implementation, the second panel 221 of the second panel assembly 22 located on the left can cover at least a portion of the open side of the first chamber 51. As in this example, the second panel 221 can completely cover the open side of the first chamber 51.

[0166] Obviously, the structure / material of the second panel, its number, and the range of open sides it can cover can all be flexibly selected according to actual needs. Examples include, but are not limited to: the second panel and the first panel can be set relatively independently, rigidly connected, pivotally connected (allowing relative rotation in any reasonable direction between them), or telescopically connected (e.g., the two panels can unfold / overlap along the direction of the panel surface); the second panel only covers a part of the chamber (e.g., including a cover comprising a first part and a second part, with the first part serving as the second panel and the second part as the cover plate of the mechanical structure); the second panel can cover different parts of the chamber through sliding or other movable means; one (or more) or a portion (including one, and a certain part thereof) of the second panel is a flexible plate, and the chamber is opened through the deformable portion of the flexible plate; etc.

[0167] In one specific example, a water container and a storage box are placed in the first chamber and the second chamber, respectively, and both second panel components corresponding to the storage box are provided with display areas. If the same second panel only has a display function in a partial area, the second panel can be divided into two sub-parts (such as the first sub-part and the second sub-part). The first sub-part with the display area contains electronic components, and the second sub-part without the display area mainly serves as a cover. In this case, the second sub-part can be set relatively independently from the first sub-part, or a base part can be added, and both the first and second sub-parts are set on the base part, such as allowing the second sub-part to move relative to the first part along the direction of the panel surface.

[0168] In one possible implementation, the second panel assembly 22 mainly includes the aforementioned second panel 211 and a docking assembly that enables the second panel to open / close the open side of the first chamber. For example, the second panel can be pivotally mounted on the base 114 via a hinge or other pivoting structure. To ensure smooth opening, a damping function can be added to the pivoting structure. Furthermore, a stop or bar can be provided to limit the flipping limit position. The docking assembly includes a first docking structure 2221 and a second docking structure; in this example, the first docking structure is a snap-fit, and the second docking structure is a snap-hole. An operating end 223 is provided at the top of the second panel. In this example, the operating end includes thinned portions (along the width direction) at both ends of the top of the second panel, allowing hand insertion. Thus, the user only needs to gently flip the second panel upwards to seal the open sides of the two chambers through a snap-fit ​​mechanism. When it is necessary to open the second chamber, the user can simply insert their hand into the thinned portion and gently pull the second panel. Obviously, the snap-on / snap-on and the thinned part are just exemplary descriptions of the docking components and the operating end. Those skilled in the art can flexibly adjust the structure, number, and setting position of the docking components and the operating end according to actual needs. For example, the docking components may include, but are not limited to, a combination of pusher and magnetic structure, and the operating end may be a handle (visible) set on the front side of the panel.

[0169] As can be seen, in the preferred embodiment of this application, the heat dissipation performance of the cooking equipment is ensured by the arrangement of the heat dissipation components. The rapid exhaust of the cooking medium is achieved through the arrangement of the cooking medium pipes. The upward exhaust of hot air / cooking medium is achieved through the connection between the heat dissipation vent and the stove vent.

[0170] Furthermore, by dividing interactive functions (including display-only, interaction-only, display and interaction, etc.) and configuring them on the first and second panel components, it is expected to enhance the user experience of the integrated cooking center through differentiated movement of the first and second panel components. For example, the first panel of the first panel component may include both display and operation functions, while the second panel may only include display functions (preferably content that the user is less likely to want to know). Moreover, by combining display / interaction functions with storage functions such as storage / water containers, the user experience is improved while enabling the combined rotation of the first and second panels within a confined space.

[0171] Example 2

[0172] Mainly refer to 23 to Figure 25 The main difference between this embodiment and Embodiment 1 is that the second panel assembly includes one unit, with the first chamber and the second chamber, which are adjacent to each other, sharing the same second panel assembly. In this example, the first panel assembly 21 is located to the right of the second panel assembly 22. Obviously, the positions of the first panel assembly 21 and the second panel assembly 22 can also be interchanged, for example, the first chamber and the second chamber, which are adjacent to each other, can be located to the right of the first panel assembly.

[0173] Furthermore, unlike the docking assembly in Embodiment 1, in this embodiment, the first docking structure 2221 is a pusher, and the second docking structure 2223 is a magnetic structure such as an iron sheet. The pusher is positioned between the two chambers on the base (the end of the pusher has another magnetic structure (such as a magnetic chuck)), and the magnetic structure is located on the inner side of the second panel. In this way, the user only needs to gently flip the second panel upwards to magnetically seal the open sides of the two chambers. When the user needs to open the first / second chamber, it can be pushed open by pressing the second panel. Obviously, the pusher and magnetic structure are only exemplary descriptions of the docking assembly. Those skilled in the art can flexibly adjust the structure, number, and placement of the docking assembly according to actual needs, such as a combination of magnetic chuck and handle. For example, to prevent pressing from affecting the display / interaction area of ​​the second panel, the display / interaction area can be arranged to surround the pressing area or be placed on both sides of the pressing area.

[0174] Furthermore, unlike the first panel assembly in Embodiment 1, in this embodiment, the first panel assembly 21 also includes a mounting portion 213. For example, the mounting portion is disposed on the cooking body, and the first panel is disposed on the mounting portion. In this example, the mounting portion 213 generally includes a base 2131 and a panel mounting portion 2132. The base is disposed on the cooking body, and the panel mounting portion has a mounting plate 21321 on the side facing the first panel. The first panel is disposed on the mounting plate and allows a certain amount of rotation relative to the inclined surface upwards. The drive mechanism 212 can be a drive motor or any reasonable rotation module (such as a combination of a motor and a gear pair). Those skilled in the art can determine, based on actual needs, the specific structural form of a pair of mating features that ensure the pivotal movement of the first panel can be realized. This can include, but is not limited to, an arc-shaped hole and a spherical protrusion, a larger hole and a smaller protrusion, a mounting shaft disposed within a hole and a sleeve freely passing through the shaft, a rotating shaft and a hole on the mounting bracket, etc.

[0175] In this example, the panel mounting portion 2132 has a mounting frame 21322 on the side facing away from the first panel, forming a mounting space for the drive mechanism between the mounting frame and the base. The inner surface of the mounting plate (the surface facing away from the first panel) slopes outward from top to bottom, thus providing ample mounting space for the drive mechanism. The side of the frame is connected to the second panel by means of fasteners such as screws and bolts (see reference). Figure 25 ).

[0176] Obviously, the specific structure of the installation part described above is only an exemplary description. Those skilled in the art can determine the specific structural form of the installation part and the specific way in which it constitutes the integrated cooking center (such as its relative position and connection method with the cooking body, the second panel assembly, etc.) according to actual needs. For example, it may include, but is not limited to: the first panel assembly and the second panel assembly being independently disposed on the cooking body; one of the first panel assembly and the second panel assembly being disposed on the cooking body, and the other forming the integrated cooking center through the interconnection between the two panel assemblies; the first panel assembly and the second panel assembly being either fixedly connected or movably connected (such as telescopic along the panel surface, rotating along a vertical axis, etc.); the first panel assembly and the second panel assembly being directly connected as described above, or an intermediate part may be added, with the first panel assembly and the second panel assembly respectively disposed on the intermediate part in a fixed or movably connected manner. Taking the second panel assembly as an example, it may be a mounting frame connected to the intermediate part, or other structures of the second panel assembly connected to the intermediate part.

[0177] The technical solutions of this application have been described above with reference to the preferred embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. However, it will be readily understood by those skilled in the art that the scope of protection of this application is obviously not limited to these specific embodiments. Without departing from the principles of this application, those skilled in the art can make equivalent changes or substitutions to the relevant technical features, and the technical solutions after these changes or substitutions will all fall within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A cooking device, characterized in that, The cooking equipment includes: The cooking body (1) has a cooking chamber; and A heat dissipation assembly (4), which is disposed on top of the cooking body (1) and includes: The heat dissipation fan box assembly (41); and A cooling fan (42) is disposed on the cooling fan box assembly (41). The heat dissipation assembly includes a first heat dissipation cavity (401) and a second heat dissipation cavity (402) so as to: Under the action of the cooling fan (42), the gas can be discharged from the cooking device through the first cooling chamber (401) and / or the second cooling chamber (402); The cooking body (1) includes a housing (11), the housing (11) includes a top plate (111) and an upper plate (112) located below the top plate. The heat dissipation box assembly (41), the upper plate (112) and the top plate (111) form the first heat dissipation cavity (401), specifically: The heat dissipation box assembly (41) includes: A heat dissipation box (411) in which the heat dissipation fan (42) is disposed; and A chamber partition structure (412) is provided in the heat dissipation box in a fixed connection or integral molding manner; The heat dissipation box assembly (41), the upper plate (112) and the top plate (111) form the first heat dissipation cavity (401). The cooking device includes a door assembly (3), and the first heat dissipation cavity (401) has a heat dissipation air inlet communication structure (432) on the side near the door assembly (3), wherein: There is a gap between the chamber partition structure (412) and the two side edges of the upper plate (112). The heat dissipation air intake connection structure corresponding to the position of the gap and the door lock installation position of the cooking device constitutes the first heat dissipation air intake area (4321) corresponding to the first heat dissipation cavity.

2. The cooking apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cooking body (1) includes an inner liner (12) disposed within the box, and the inner liner (12) forms a cooking chamber. The heat dissipation box assembly (41) and the upper plate (112) form the second heat dissipation cavity (402).

3. The cooking apparatus according to claim 2, characterized in that, The chamber partition structure (412) and the upper plate (112) form the second heat dissipation cavity (402).

4. The cooking apparatus according to claim 2, characterized in that, The second heat dissipation cavity (402) has a heat dissipation air inlet communication structure (432) on the side near the door assembly (3).

5. The cooking apparatus according to claim 4, characterized in that, The door assembly (3) is provided with a door heat dissipation channel (32), which is connected to the area of ​​the cooking equipment near the bottom.

6. The cooking apparatus according to claim 4, characterized in that, The cooking body (1) includes a front frame (113), and the heat dissipation and air intake communication structure (432) is disposed on the front frame (113) and / or the upper plate (112).

7. The cooking apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cooking device includes a panel (2) disposed on the cooking body (1), and the panel (2) includes: First panel assembly (21), which includes a first panel (211); and At least one second panel component (22), the second panel component (22) including a second panel (221); The first panel (211) is at least capable of moving in a posture that facilitates user operation, and The first panel (211) and the second panel (221) have at least some differences in their modes of operation; The first panel (211) includes at least interactive functions that allow users to operate, and the second panel (221) includes functions that can display information or include interactive functions that allow users to operate.

8. The cooking apparatus according to claim 7, characterized in that, The cooking device includes a base (114) disposed above the cooking body (1) and forming a cavity, the cavity having an open side facing the operator. The second panel assembly (22) is capable of covering at least a portion of the open side.

9. The cooking apparatus according to claim 8, characterized in that, The first panel (211) can be disposed on the substrate at least in an upward-flipping manner; and / or The second panel (221) can be disposed on the open side of the substrate (114) corresponding to the corresponding chamber in a downward flip-down manner.

10. The cooking apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The door assembly (3) of the cooking device is disposed on the cooking body (1) in a push-pull manner; and / or The heat dissipation air box assembly (41) is provided with a heat dissipation air outlet (431), and the gas in the first heat dissipation chamber (401) and the second heat dissipation chamber (402) can be discharged from the cooking device through the heat dissipation air outlet (431).

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