Beverage equipment and control method thereof

Abstract

The invention provides beverage equipment and a control method thereof, and relates to the technical field of beverage equipment. The beverage equipment comprises a rack, a driving assembly and a brewing assembly. The rack comprises a loading position and an extraction position. The driving assembly is arranged on the rack and comprises a first transmission part which is rotationally arranged. The brewing assembly is movably connected with the rack, part of the structure of the brewing assembly is in transmission connection with the first transmission part, the first transmission part rotates to drive the brewing assembly to move between the loading position and the extraction position, and the brewing assembly is used for receiving beverage raw materials at the loading position and extracting beverages at the extraction position. Wherein the driving assembly is used for driving the brewing assembly to vibrate in the process that the brewing assembly moves from the loading position to the extraction position. The beverage equipment is simple in structure, and the problem that in the prior art, due to the fact that a coffee machine is complex in structure, the manufacturing and assembling difficulty of the coffee machine is large, and the cost of the coffee machine is high can be solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of beverage equipment, and in particular to a beverage equipment and a control method thereof. Background Art

[0002] In recent years, as fully automatic coffee machines have become increasingly popular in the market, consumers have increasingly demanded greater convenience and efficiency from their customers. Typically, a fully automatic coffee machine includes an extraction mechanism (brewing mechanism) that extracts and brews coffee powder to produce a delicious coffee drink.

[0003] Traditional coffee machines typically require manual movement of the ground coffee to the brewing position to complete the extraction process, a time-consuming process. To improve coffee extraction efficiency, some coffee machines feature a mobile platform that automatically switches between the ground coffee receiving and brewing positions, reducing the time required to prepare a drink.

[0004] However, although the coffee machine with a movable platform can reduce the time for preparing beverages, its structure is becoming increasingly complex, which makes the manufacture and assembly of the coffee machine more difficult, thereby causing the cost of the coffee machine to be higher. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The embodiment of the present application provides a beverage device and a control method thereof. The beverage device has a simple structure and can solve the problem that the structure of the coffee machine in the related art is complex, resulting in greater difficulty in manufacturing and assembling the coffee machine, thereby causing the coffee machine to have a higher cost.

[0006] In order to achieve the above objectives, the embodiments of the present application provide the following technical solutions:

[0007] A first aspect of an embodiment of the present application provides a beverage device comprising a frame, a drive assembly, and a brewing assembly. The frame comprises a loading position and an extraction position. The drive assembly is disposed on the frame, and the drive assembly comprises a first rotatably disposed transmission member. The brewing assembly is movably connected to the frame, and a portion of the brewing assembly is transmission-connected to the first transmission member, which rotationally drives the brewing assembly to move between the loading position and the extraction position. The brewing assembly is configured to receive beverage ingredients at the loading position and extract the beverage at the extraction position. The drive assembly is configured to drive the brewing assembly to vibrate during movement of the brewing assembly from the loading position to the extraction position.

[0008] By arranging the beverage device to include a frame, a stable mounting position is provided for the drive assembly and the brewing assembly, thereby ensuring stable operation of the entire beverage device. As the brewing assembly moves from the loading position to the extraction position, the vibration function of the drive assembly can effectively distribute the beverage ingredients more evenly, thereby facilitating more complete contact between the beverage ingredients and the water flow during the extraction process, thereby improving extraction efficiency and enhancing the taste of the beverage.

[0009] The movement and vibration of the brewing component are achieved through one driving component, that is, the two functions of the beverage device are achieved through one component. This can reduce the number of independent components required to achieve the movement and vibration of the brewing component, reduce the assembly difficulty, and reduce the manufacturing complexity and material cost.

[0010] In one possible implementation, the drive assembly includes a first motor, wherein the first motor is drivably connected to a first transmission member, the first motor being configured to drive the first transmission member to rotate, and the rotation of the first transmission member drives the brewing assembly to rotate about a central axis of the first transmission member, thereby moving the brewing assembly between a loading position and an extraction position. During movement of the brewing assembly from the loading position to the extraction position, the first motor performs a first action, which drives the first transmission member to perform a second action, thereby causing the brewing assembly to vibrate; the first action and the second action both include alternating forward and reverse rotations.

[0011] Such an arrangement allows the brewing component to move between the loading position and the extraction position through rotational motion, and rotational motion usually takes up less space than linear motion because rotational motion rotates around a fixed axis and can occupy a corner in space. This compact motion path makes the overall size of the beverage device smaller, which is conducive to the miniaturization of the beverage device.

[0012] Furthermore, by utilizing the forward and reverse rotation characteristics of the first motor, the vibration function can be achieved without the need for additional complex mechanical structures. This simplifies the structure of the entire beverage device and reduces costs. By eliminating additional vibration-specific components, the beverage device is less complex and has fewer potential points of failure, thereby improving the reliability of the beverage device.

[0013] In one possible implementation, the beverage device includes an injection tube movably connected to the frame. The brewing assembly includes an injection hole connected to the injection tube. The injection tube is configured to partially enter the injection hole and sealably connect to the injection hole when the brewing assembly is in the extraction position. When the injection tube is sealed to the injection hole, the brewing assembly is secured in the extraction position to restrict horizontal movement of the brewing assembly.

[0014] By providing an injection tube, liquid can be injected into the brewing component during beverage extraction to achieve beverage extraction. After the injection tube is inserted into the brewing component, it can provide additional support and fixation to the brewing component, preventing the brewing component from being displaced due to vibration or liquid flow during the extraction process, helping to ensure the smooth progress of the extraction process. In addition, through the insertion of the injection tube, the brewing component can be accurately positioned in the correct extraction position, which helps to ensure that the water flow can accurately enter the brewing component, thereby improving the extraction efficiency and effect. Using the injection tube to fix the brewing component reduces the need for additional fixing mechanisms, thereby simplifying the overall structure of the beverage equipment.

[0015] In one possible implementation, the brewing assembly includes a shell, a brewer, and a second transmission member. The shell is arranged around the outside of the brewer, and the brewer and the shell are movably arranged in the longitudinal direction. A third transmission member is provided on the outside of the brewer, and the second transmission member is sleeved on the outside of the brewer and is transmission-connected to the third transmission member. The second transmission member is transmission-connected to the first transmission member. When the injection tube is separated from the injection hole, the first transmission member rotates to drive the second transmission member to rotate, and the second transmission member rotates to drive the shell and the brewer to rotate around the central axis of the first transmission member. When the injection tube is sealed with the injection hole, the first transmission member rotates to drive the second transmission member to rotate, and the second transmission member rotates to drive the third transmission member to drive the brewer to move up and down in the longitudinal direction relative to the shell.

[0016] This arrangement allows the second transmission member to rotate relative to the brewer about the brewer's central axis, and during rotation, drives the brewer to move up and down in the longitudinal direction. This facilitates lifting the brewer during extraction to ensure complete beverage extraction. The second transmission member can also drive the housing and brewer to rotate about the central axis of the first transmission member, thereby enabling movement between the extraction position and the loading position, thereby performing different actions in different positions. Furthermore, this allows the brewing assembly to move in different directions using only a single drive assembly, thereby simplifying the structure of the drive assembly and reducing assembly difficulty and cost.

[0017] In one possible implementation, both the first transmission member and the second transmission member are gear structures. The second transmission member and the third transmission member are connected via a threaded transmission. The third transmission member includes a first sliding portion, and a second sliding portion is provided on a side of the housing facing the third transmission member. The first sliding portion and the second sliding portion are movably connected in the longitudinal direction and are engaged with each other in a circumferential direction of the brewer.

[0018] This arrangement provides efficient and reliable power transmission, ensuring stable movement of the brewing assembly. The threaded connection between the second and third transmission members enables precise linear motion control. Around the circumference of the brewer, the first and second sliding parts engage to provide a stable fixation, preventing the brewer from rotating or shifting relative to the circumference, ensuring a stable extraction process.

[0019] In a possible implementation, one of the first sliding portion and the second sliding portion is a groove structure, and the other of the first sliding portion and the second sliding portion is a protrusion structure.

[0020] Such an arrangement can simplify the structures of the first sliding portion and the second sliding portion, thereby reducing assembly difficulty and cost.

[0021] In one possible implementation, the brewer includes an extraction chamber with an opening at the top. An inner piston is disposed within the extraction chamber, sealed to the inner wall of the extraction chamber and movably connected to the extraction chamber in the longitudinal direction. The top of the inner piston is configured to support the beverage ingredients to be extracted. When the brewer moves upward in the longitudinal direction, the inner piston is driven to move upward synchronously.

[0022] The internal piston allows for uniform pressure to be applied to the beverage ingredients during the extraction process, ensuring more complete contact with the water flow, improving extraction efficiency and flavor concentration. As the brewer moves upward, the internal piston moves synchronously, pushing out residual extracts from the extraction chamber, reducing residue accumulation and facilitating cleaning and maintenance. The sealed connection between the internal piston and the extraction chamber ensures a controlled water flow path during the extraction process and a tight seal within the brewing assembly, preventing liquid leakage.

[0023] In one possible implementation, the brewing assembly further includes a stopper and a lifting stopper. The stopper is disposed between the housing and the inner piston, movably connected to the housing in a circumferential direction of the brewer, while the lifting stopper is fixedly connected to the inner piston. The lifting stopper is movably connected to the stopper. When the brewer drives the inner piston and the lifting stopper to rise longitudinally to a first height, the stopper is configured to partially abut against the lifting stopper in the longitudinal direction, thereby causing the inner piston to hover at the first height. The brewer is configured to complete beverage extraction at the first height.

[0024] This arrangement ensures the inner piston hovers at the first height for every brew. This precise positioning is crucial for ensuring consistency and quality during the brewing process. The stopper provides stable support for the inner piston at the first height, ensuring its stability during the brewing process, improving extraction efficiency and beverage quality.

[0025] In one possible implementation, the limit seat includes a first slide extending in the longitudinal direction. The lifting limit member includes a lifting slider that cooperates with the first slide, the lifting slider is movably arranged in the first slide along the longitudinal direction, and the lifting slider is fixedly connected to the first slide in the circumferential direction of the brewer. A hovering portion is provided at the top of the first slide, and the hovering portion extends outward from the top of the first slide along the circumference of the brewer. When the inner piston is at the first height, the lifting slider is located at the top of the first slide. The limit seat is used to rotate a preset angle in the direction from the hovering portion to the first slide when the inner piston is at the first height, so that the bottom and side of the hovering portion are in contact with the lifting slider. The hovering portion is used to fix the inner piston at the first height through the lifting slider.

[0026] By providing a first chute and a hovering portion at the top of the first chute, when the lifting slider moves to the first height along the longitudinal direction, the limit seat is rotated to cause the lifting slider to abut against the hovering portion, thereby causing the lifting limit member to hover at the first height, that is, the first height at which the inner piston is suspended. Since the hovering portion can provide a certain support for the lifting slider, this can improve the stability of the inner piston of the brewing assembly during brewing. In addition, the mechanical structure of the first chute and the lifting slider allows the inner piston to hover at the first height, which is simpler than providing a specific drive structure to cause the inner piston to hover at the first position. This reduces costs.

[0027] In one possible implementation, a first elastic member is provided between the limit seat and the housing, the first elastic member having a preload force, and is configured to drive the limit seat to rotate by a preset angle in a direction from the hovering portion to the first sliding groove when the inner piston is at the first height.

[0028] The provision of the first elastic member allows for rotational adjustment of the stop seat through its natural properties, eliminating complex mechanical structures and additional drive devices, making the device more concise and reliable. The preload of the first elastic member provides a low-energy drive method, reducing the demand for electricity or other energy sources and improving the device's energy efficiency. The first elastic member absorbs and cushions shock and vibration generated during movement, reducing wear and potential damage to the brewing assembly and extending its service life.

[0029] In a possible implementation, a reset assembly is provided between the limit seat and the housing; wherein,

[0030] The reset assembly is used to drive the limit seat and the lifting limit member to disengage the longitudinal abutment connection during the movement of the brewing assembly from the extraction position to the loading position, so that the inner piston moves downward in the longitudinal direction and returns to the bottom of the brewer.

[0031] By providing a reset assembly, the inner piston automatically returns to its initial position after each beverage extraction, ready for the next loading and extraction. This simplifies the operation process and reduces manual intervention by the user. Furthermore, the inner piston returns to the same initial position after each operation, ensuring consistent extraction process and thus the stability of the beverage quality and taste.

[0032] In one possible implementation, the reset component includes a second slide groove and a first limit slider; wherein, the second slide groove is arranged on the shell, and the second slide groove extends along the circumference of the brewer; the first limit slider is arranged on the limit seat, and the first limit slider is arranged in the second slide groove for movement along the circumference of the brewer; the frame is used to drive the first limit slider to drive the limit seat to rotate a preset angle along the direction from the first slide groove to the hovering part during the process of the brewing component moving from the extraction position to the loading position, so that the lifting slider disengages from the hovering part and enters the first slide groove.

[0033] By setting the reset component to a structure including a second slide groove and a first limit slider, during the process of the brewing component moving from the extraction position to the loading position, the limit seat can be driven to rotate a preset angle along the direction from the first slide groove to the hovering part through the push between the frame and the first limit slider, so that the lifting slider disengages from the hovering part and enters the first slide groove. This can reduce complex mechanical structures and additional driving devices, making the beverage equipment more concise.

[0034] In one possible implementation, a second elastic member is provided between the lifting limit member and the inner piston; wherein, the second elastic member is sleeved on the outer side of the inner piston, and the top of the second elastic member abuts against the brewer, and the bottom of the second elastic member abuts against the lifting limit member; when the brewer moves downward in the longitudinal direction relative to the inner piston, the second elastic member can be compressed so that the second elastic member has a pre-tightening force; when the limit seat rotates by a preset angle along the direction from the first slide groove to the hovering part, the lifting slider disengages from the hovering part and enters the first slide groove, the second elastic member drives the lifting limit member to drive the inner piston to move downward in the longitudinal direction.

[0035] By providing a second elastic member, the natural properties of the second elastic member enable longitudinal movement of the lifting and limiting member, eliminating complex mechanical structures and additional drive devices, making the device more simple and reliable. The preload of the second elastic member provides a low-energy drive method, reducing the demand for electricity or other energy sources and improving the device's energy efficiency. The second elastic member absorbs and cushions shock and vibration generated during movement, reducing wear and potential damage to the brewing assembly and extending its service life.

[0036] In one possible implementation, a mounting groove extending circumferentially along the brewer is provided on the shell; a second limiting slider is provided on the limiting seat, the second limiting slider is arranged in the mounting groove, and the first elastic member is arranged in the mounting groove; one end of the first elastic member is fixedly connected to the mounting groove, and the other end is fixedly connected to the second limiting slider, and the first elastic member is in a compressed state.

[0037] Such a setting can make the first elastic member have a certain restoring force, so that when the lifting slider rises to the first height in the longitudinal direction in the first slide groove, it can drive the limit seat to rotate by a preset angle along the direction from the hovering part to the first slide groove through its own restoring force, so that the limit slider abuts against the hovering part.

[0038] In one possible implementation, a brewing component is further included; wherein, when the brewing component is in the extraction position, the brewing component is located at the top of the brewing component and is opposite to the extraction chamber; when the brewer drives the inner piston to move upward in the longitudinal direction to a first height, part of the structure of the brewing component is located in the extraction chamber and is sealed with the extraction chamber; the brewer completes beverage extraction at the first height.

[0039] With this arrangement, when the brewing unit drives the inner piston to the first height, a portion of the brewing unit enters the extraction chamber and forms a sealed connection there. This sealed environment helps maintain stable pressure and temperature during the extraction process, improving extraction efficiency and beverage flavor concentration. The sealed connection between the brewing unit and the extraction chamber prevents liquid or steam leakage during the extraction process, ensuring the integrity of the extraction process and the cleanliness of the equipment.

[0040] In one possible implementation, the beverage device further includes a scraping assembly. The scraping assembly includes a scraping rod and a transmission connecting rod. The scraping rod is located at the top of the brewing assembly and, when rotated, is used to push the extracted liquid residue from the top of the brewing assembly out of the brewing assembly. One end of the transmission connecting rod is fixedly connected to the scraping rod, and the other end is drivingly connected to the liquid injection tube. Rotation of the transmission connecting rod drives the scraping rod to rotate, and drives the liquid injection tube to be inserted into or removed from the brewing assembly, thereby sealingly connecting or disconnecting the liquid injection tube from the liquid injection hole.

[0041] This arrangement allows the scraper rod to effectively push the extracted residue from the top of the brewing assembly out of the assembly as it rotates, achieving automatic cleaning. This reduces the need for manual cleaning and improves the convenience and user experience of the beverage device. A drive link connects the scraper rod and the injection tube, allowing the injection tube to be inserted or removed simultaneously while the scraper rod rotates to clean the residue. This simplifies the beverage device workflow and improves operational efficiency. It also integrates the scraper and injection tube operations into a single scraper assembly, reducing the number of independently driven components and thus saving space and manufacturing costs for the beverage device.

[0042] In one possible implementation, the scraper rod includes a first position and a second position, and the scraper rod is used to push the extracted residue on the top of the brewing component to the outside of the brewing component during the process of rotating from the first position to the second position; wherein, when the scraper rod is in the first position, the scraper rod is located on the side of the brewer close to the loading position, and part of the structure of the injection tube is located in the injection hole and is sealed with the injection hole; when the scraper rod is in the second position, the scraper rod is located on the side of the brewer away from the loading position, and the injection tube is separated from the injection hole.

[0043] With this arrangement, when the brewing assembly moves from the loading position to the extraction position, the scraping rod can be moved from the second position to the first position to fix the brewing assembly in the extraction position, thereby ensuring the stability of the extraction. After the extraction is completed, the scraping rod can be moved from the first position to the second position to push the extracted beverage residue to the side of the brewing assembly away from the loading position for easy collection. In addition, during the movement of the scraping rod from the first position to the second position, the liquid injection tube can be separated from the liquid injection hole, thereby allowing the brewing assembly to move horizontally, thereby driving the brewing assembly to move from the extraction position to the loading position and enter the next extraction cycle. This can make the entire extraction cycle more compact and improve the efficiency of the extraction cycle.

[0044] In one possible implementation, the scraper assembly includes a connecting piece; wherein the connecting piece is located between the transmission connecting rod and the liquid injection tube; the transmission connecting rod includes a pushing part, and the connecting piece includes a pushed part cooperating with the pushing part; the pushing part is transmission-connected with the pushed part, the pushing part is a convex structure, the pushed part is the groove wall of the groove, and the convex structure is in a pushing connection with the groove wall.

[0045] This arrangement allows the protrusion on the pushing portion to cooperate with the groove wall of the pushed portion to form a reliable mechanical connection. This ensures that the transmission connecting rod can effectively transmit power to the injection tube, achieving synchronous operation. This simple yet effective mechanical connection design reduces the need for complex components and precision manufacturing, thereby reducing manufacturing costs.

[0046] In one possible implementation, the connecting member also includes a first limiting portion, and the liquid injection tube includes a second limiting portion that cooperates with the first limiting portion; the second limiting portion is movably connected to the first limiting portion, and the mating surface between the first limiting portion and the second limiting portion is a sloped structure; the inclination direction of the sloped structure is configured to convert the rotational displacement of the connecting member into a displacement of the liquid injection tube in the insertion and removal direction relative to the brewing component.

[0047] The inclined surface design converts the rotational displacement of the connector into linear displacement of the injection tube in the insertion and removal direction. This motion conversion mechanism simplifies complex motion control, allowing rotational motion to effectively drive linear motion. The inclined surface provides a precise motion path, ensuring the injection tube maintains accurate positioning and orientation during insertion or removal, improving the device's operational accuracy. The movable connection of the inclined surface structure reduces direct friction, minimizes wear between components, and extends the device's service life. By utilizing a simple mechanical structure to achieve complex motion conversion, the need for additional drive components is reduced, simplifying device design and lowering manufacturing and maintenance costs.

[0048] In a possible implementation, the insertion and removal direction of the liquid injection tube is arranged along the radial direction of the brewing component.

[0049] By arranging the insertion and removal direction of the injection tube along the radial direction of the brewing component, the insertion and removal path can be shortened, which helps reduce the overall space occupied by the beverage device, making the structure of the beverage device more compact and suitable for use in space-constrained environments. The radial insertion and removal direction can more easily achieve precise docking and sealing between the injection tube and the brewing component, preventing liquid leakage and improving the sealing performance of the beverage device. The radial insertion and removal direction provides good mechanical support, making the injection tube more stable during operation and reducing misalignment or loosening caused by vibration or external force. Insertion and removal in the radial direction makes the transmission of force more direct and effective, reducing unnecessary mechanical losses and improving operational efficiency.

[0050] In a possible implementation, the second limiting portion is a column structure, one end of the column structure is fixedly connected to the injection tube, and the other end is movably connected to the first limiting portion; the first limiting portion is a slide groove structure.

[0051] Such an arrangement can simplify the structures of the second limiting portion and the first limiting portion, achieve complex motion control through a simple mechanical structure, reduce the need for additional components, simplify equipment design, and reduce manufacturing and maintenance costs.

[0052] In a possible implementation, a guide groove is provided on the frame, and the guide groove extends radially along the brewing component; the second limiting portion is movably arranged in the guide groove, and the guide groove is used to limit the movement of the second limiting portion along the radial direction of the brewing component.

[0053] By providing the guide groove, a clear movement path can be provided for the second limiting portion, ensuring that the second limiting portion moves along the radial direction of the brewing component during the insertion and removal process, thereby reducing offset and error.

[0054] In a possible implementation, the scraper assembly further includes a second motor, which is drivingly connected to the transmission connecting rod, and the second motor is used to drive the transmission connecting rod to rotate.

[0055] In one possible implementation, the scraper rod includes a first stop portion, and the frame is provided with a second stop portion corresponding to the first stop portion. The second stop portion is located on a side of the first stop portion that is away from the second position. The second stop portion is configured to abut against the first stop portion when the scraper rod moves from the second position to the first position.

[0056] By providing the first stop portion and the second stop portion, and abutting against the first stop portion when the scraper rod moves from the second position to the first position, the first stop portion and the second stop portion provide clear movement restrictions, preventing the scraper rod from exceeding a predetermined range of movement, thereby protecting the scraper rod from damage due to excessive movement.

[0057] In one possible implementation, the beverage device also includes a slag collection box; wherein the slag collection box is located on the side of the extraction position away from the loading position; a slag inlet is provided on the top of the slag collection box, and the slag scraping rod is used to push the slag on the top of the brewing component to the slag inlet of the slag collection box when rotating from the first position to the second position.

[0058] By providing a residue collection box, the extracted residue can be collected and then centrally processed, which saves the user the number of operations required for cleaning after each extraction, thus reducing the user's burden. By arranging the residue collection box on the side of the extraction position away from the loading position, the extracted residue can be directly pushed into the residue collection box during the movement of the scraper rod from the first position to the second position. This makes the structure of the beverage device more compact, thereby reducing the space occupied by the beverage device and facilitating the miniaturization of the beverage device.

[0059] In one possible implementation, the beverage device also includes a mounting base; wherein the mounting base is located at the bottom of the slag collecting box; the mounting base includes a first assembly portion, the slag collecting box is detachably connected to the first assembly portion, and the slag collecting box is rotatably connected to the first assembly portion; when the brewing component moves out of the extraction position, the slag inlet is tilted toward the extraction position; the brewing component is used to push the slag collecting box to an upright state during the process of moving from the loading position to the extraction position.

[0060] Such an arrangement can automatically adjust the slag box to an upright position when the brewing component moves from the loading position to the extraction position, ensuring that the slag box is in the optimal position before extraction begins and is ready to receive slag, thereby improving operational efficiency. By rotatably connecting the slag box to the mounting base and tilting the slag inlet toward the extraction position when the brewing component moves out of the extraction position, the impact force generated by the brewing component on the slag box when entering the extraction position can cause the slag box to lose balance when moving out of the extraction position, thereby causing the slag box to shake or vibrate to a certain extent relative to the mounting base. This will cause the slag in the slag box to be evenly shaken during the shaking or vibration of the slag box, preventing the slag from forming a pile-like structure in the slag box, improving the space utilization of the slag box, reducing the replacement frequency, and alleviating the burden on users.

[0061] In one possible implementation, a first mating portion that cooperates with the first assembly portion is provided on the slag collecting box; the two first assembly portions are respectively arranged on both sides of the slag collecting box along the first direction, and the two first mating portions respectively correspond to the two assembly portions; wherein, when the slag collecting box is in an upright state, the distance from the first mating portion to the extraction position is greater than the distance from the center of gravity of the slag collecting box to the extraction position, so that when the brewing component moves out of the extraction position, the slag inlet is tilted toward the extraction position.

[0062] Such an arrangement can make the slag collecting box tilt naturally under the action of its own gravity, thereby simplifying the structure of the mounting base.

[0063] In a possible implementation, the slag inlet is inclined toward the extraction position at an angle between 10° and 30°.

[0064] Such a setting can make the slag collecting box at a suitable tilt angle without affecting the available space of the slag collecting box. It can also ensure that when the brewing component moves to the extraction position, there is a certain impact between the slag collecting box and the brewing component, thereby causing the slag in the slag collecting box to vibrate, and then the slag in the slag collecting box can be evenly distributed, thereby improving the space utilization of the slag collecting box.

[0065] In a possible implementation, the first assembly portion is a slot structure, and the first matching portion is a rod-shaped structure.

[0066] Such an arrangement can simplify the structures of the first assembly portion and the first matching portion, and reduce the difficulty of processing.

[0067] In a possible implementation, a detection component is provided on the mounting base, wherein the detection component is at least used to detect whether the slag collecting box is fully loaded.

[0068] By setting up a detection component, the detection component can identify whether the slag box is full and issue a warning signal when necessary. This helps prevent overflow or equipment damage caused by overfilling the slag box and ensures normal operation of the equipment.

[0069] In one possible implementation, the detection component includes a first magnetic part and a first Hall effect sensor; wherein, the mounting base includes a fixed part and a movable part, the fixed part is fixed to the frame, the movable part and the fixed part are movably connected in the vertical direction, and a third elastic part is provided between the movable part and the fixed part; the first magnetic part is fixed to the movable part, and when the slag collecting box is installed on the mounting base, the first matching part is mounted on the movable part, and the first matching part and the first assembly part are movably connected in the vertical direction; the first Hall effect sensor is arranged on the fixed part, and the first Hall effect sensor is used to detect whether the slag collecting box is fully loaded according to the position of the first magnetic part.

[0070] With this arrangement, the position change of the first magnetic part can be accurately detected by the first Hall effect sensor, thereby determining the status of the slag box (such as whether it is fully loaded). This non-contact detection method improves the accuracy and reliability of detection. By monitoring the status of the slag box in real time through the sensor, the equipment can automatically prompt the user to clean or replace it, reducing the frequency of manual inspections and improving the degree of automation of the equipment. The third elastic part allows the moving part to make a slight displacement when the slag box is loaded, thereby ensuring that the sensor is triggered only when the slag box is truly fully loaded, reducing the possibility of false alarms. The combination of magnetic parts and sensors to achieve status detection reduces the need for complex mechanical components and simplifies equipment design and manufacturing.

[0071] In one possible implementation, the first assembly part includes an inclined groove and a vertical groove that are interconnected, and the inclined groove is located at the top of the vertical groove; when the slag collecting box is installed on the mounting seat, part of the structure of the first assembly part enters the vertical groove from the inclined groove, and when the first matching part is mounted on the moving part, the first matching part is movably connected to the vertical groove in the vertical direction.

[0072] The inclined slots facilitate connection between the slag box and the mounting base, reducing alignment and positioning challenges and making installation easier and faster. The vertical slots provide vertical movement for the first mating portion, enabling the first Hall effect sensor to detect whether the slag box is fully loaded based on the position of the first magnetic element. Furthermore, the vertical slots provide support for the first mating portion, preventing the slag box from shaking or falling off during use.

[0073] In one possible implementation, the slag box includes a top cover that can be opened and closed at the slag inlet. The detection assembly also includes a second magnetic member and a second Hall effect sensor. The second magnetic member is disposed on the top cover, and the second Hall effect sensor is disposed on the side wall of the slag box. The second Hall effect sensor is used to detect whether the top cover is in place or whether the slag box is fully loaded based on the position of the second magnetic member.

[0074] The top cover prevents spillage from the inlet, keeping the beverage equipment and surrounding environment clean. When closed, it effectively isolates odors from the collection box, improving the air quality around the equipment and enhancing the user experience. The top cover prevents foreign matter and dust from entering the collection box, maintaining internal cleanliness and ensuring the normal operation of the beverage equipment. The retractable top cover makes cleaning or replacing the collection box more convenient and streamlines the process.

[0075] By providing a second magnetic element and a second Hall effect sensor, the top cover can be monitored in real time to ensure it is properly positioned, ensuring the beverage device is ready before starting a new cycle. This prevents the brewing process from starting if the top cover cannot be returned due to a full grounds box, potentially preventing spillage or device failure, and improving the safety and reliability of the beverage device. By detecting the position of the second magnetic element, the second Hall effect sensor confirms that the top cover is correctly positioned and that the grounds box is not full. This double check of the grounds box's condition enhances safety.

[0076] In a possible implementation, the beverage device further includes an alarm module, wherein the detection component is connected to the alarm module, and the alarm module is configured to issue an alarm message when the slag collecting box is fully loaded.

[0077] When the slag box is full, the alarm module immediately issues an alert, reminding the user to clean it promptly. This ensures the beverage equipment continues to operate efficiently, preventing malfunctions or overflows caused by an overfilled slag box. Automatic alarms allow users to quickly respond and take necessary cleaning measures, reducing downtime caused by a full slag box and improving the overall operational efficiency of the beverage equipment. Timely alarms effectively prevent spillage caused by an overfilled slag box, keeping the beverage equipment and work environment clean and reducing contamination risks. The alarm module prevents equipment malfunctions or other safety hazards caused by an overfilled slag box, thereby improving equipment safety and reliability.

[0078] In one possible implementation, the brewing component includes a pushing portion and an extension portion; wherein the pushing portion is used to push and connect with the slag collecting box during the process of the brewing component moving from the loading position to the extraction position; when the brewing component is located at the extraction position, the extension portion is located at the top of the slag collecting box, and at least part of the structure of the extension portion is located on the inner side of the edge of the slag inlet.

[0079] The push portion can be provided to push against the slag collecting box, thereby preventing damage to other parts of the brewing assembly. The extension portion can prevent a gap between the brewing assembly and the slag inlet of the slag collecting box, thereby preventing leakage of slag during the process of pushing the slag to the slag inlet, and reducing the workload of cleaning and maintenance.

[0080] In one possible implementation, the mounting base includes a blocking portion; wherein the blocking portion is located on a side of the slag collecting box away from the extraction position and is spaced apart from the slag collecting box; in the direction from the slag collecting box to the extraction position, at least part of the structure of the blocking portion is arranged relative to part of the structure of the slag collecting box.

[0081] The blocking portion provides a physical barrier on the side of the slag box facing away from the extraction position, preventing the slag box from shaking due to the push of the brewing component and tipping over to the side of the slag box facing away from the brewing component. This improves the safety of the beverage device. The blocking portion prevents the slag box from colliding with other device components, reducing wear and potential damage to the device and extending the service life of the beverage device.

[0082] In a possible implementation, a side of the blocking portion facing the slag collecting box includes an inclined surface; in a direction from the bottom to the top of the blocking portion, the distance from the inclined surface to the slag collecting box gradually increases, and the top of the inclined surface is an arc-shaped surface.

[0083] The design of the curved surface provides a buffer area when the slag collecting box contacts the blocking portion, reducing direct impact force, thereby reducing wear and damage to the slag collecting box and the blocking portion.

[0084] In a possible implementation, the slag collecting box includes a top cover, and the top cover can be opened and closed at the slag inlet.

[0085] The top cover prevents spillage from the inlet, keeping the beverage equipment and surrounding environment clean. When closed, it effectively isolates odors from the collection box, improving the air quality around the equipment and enhancing the user experience. The top cover prevents foreign matter and dust from entering the collection box, maintaining internal cleanliness and ensuring the normal operation of the beverage equipment. The retractable top cover makes cleaning or replacing the collection box more convenient and streamlines the process.

[0086] A second aspect of an embodiment of the present application provides a control method for a beverage device, which is used in a controller of the beverage device, wherein the beverage device includes a frame, a driving component, a brewing component, a scraping component, and a liquid injection pipe;

[0087] The rack includes a loading position and an extraction position;

[0088] The driving assembly is used to drive the brewing assembly to move between the loading position and the extraction position. The brewing assembly includes a brewer, which is used to receive beverage ingredients at the loading position and extract the beverage at the extraction position.

[0089] The liquid injection tube is used to inject liquid into the brewing component when the beverage is extracted;

[0090] The scraping component is used to push the extracted residue from the top of the brewing component to the outside of the brewing component after the extraction is completed;

[0091] Methods include:

[0092] Controlling the driving component to drive the brewing component to move from the loading position to the extraction position;

[0093] The control injection tube is fixedly connected to the brewing component located at the extraction position;

[0094] Controlling the driving assembly to drive the brewer to move upward in the longitudinal direction to a first height, and completing beverage extraction at the first height;

[0095] Controlling the driving assembly to drive the brewer to move downwardly along the longitudinal direction into the brewing assembly;

[0096] The scraping assembly is controlled to rotate, and the extracted residue is pushed from the top of the brewing assembly to the outside of the brewing assembly, while driving the injection tube to separate from the brewing assembly.

[0097] The control method provided in the embodiment of the present application realizes a fully automated process from powder collection to extraction and cleaning by controlling the movement of the drive component and the liquid injection tube, thereby reducing manual intervention and improving operational efficiency. By controlling the rotation of the scraping component, the extracted material residue is pushed out from the top of the brewing component, thereby achieving rapid cleaning and reducing the downtime of the beverage equipment. While scraping the residue, the liquid injection tube is driven to separate from the brewing component, so that the brewing component can perform the next extraction cycle. For example, after the liquid injection tube is separated from the brewing component, the brewing component can be controlled to move from the extraction position to the loading position. After receiving the material, the drive component can be controlled to drive the brewing component from the loading position to the extraction position, so that the brewing component can perform the next extraction action.

[0098] In one possible implementation, an inner piston is provided in the extraction chamber, the inner piston is sealedly connected to the inner wall of the extraction chamber, and the inner piston is movably connected to the extraction chamber in the longitudinal direction, and the top of the inner piston is used to support the beverage material to be extracted;

[0099] The brewing device is used to drive the inner piston to move upward in the longitudinal direction when moving upward in the longitudinal direction;

[0100] The control driving assembly drives the brewer to move downward in the longitudinal direction into the brewing assembly, comprising:

[0101] The control driving assembly drives the brewer to move downwardly into the brewing assembly along the longitudinal direction relative to the inner piston.

[0102] The driving assembly is controlled to drive the brewer to move longitudinally downward relative to the inner piston into the brewing assembly. Since the beverage ingredients are located at the top of the inner piston, the inner piston can be kept suspended at the first height when the brewer is moved longitudinally downward relative to the inner piston. During the downward movement of the brewer, the inner piston is exposed to the top of the brewer. In other words, the residue extracted from the top of the inner piston can be pushed out of the brewer. This reduces the accumulation of residue when the scraping assembly is used to clean the extracted residue, improves the cleaning effect, and ensures a consistent taste over multiple extractions.

[0103] In one possible implementation, the scraping assembly is controlled to rotate and push the extracted residue from the top of the brewing assembly to the outside of the brewing assembly, while driving the injection tube to separate from the brewing assembly, which then includes:

[0104] Controlling the driving component to drive the brewing component to move from the extraction position to the loading position;

[0105] The inner piston is controlled to move downward in the longitudinal direction and return to the bottom of the brewing device.

[0106] With this arrangement, after the extracted residue on the top of the inner piston is cleared, the movement of the brewing assembly can be controlled to automatically lower the inner piston back down, ready for the next loading and extraction. This simplifies the operation process, shortens the time of an extraction cycle, and thus improves extraction efficiency. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0107] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present application or the technical solutions in the prior art, a brief introduction will be given below to the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the present application. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without any creative work.

[0108] Figure 1 A schematic structural diagram of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0109] Figure 2 Another structural schematic diagram of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0110] Figure 3 A schematic cross-sectional view of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0111] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of a portion of the structure of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0112] Figure 5This is another schematic cross-sectional view of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0113] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the structure of a beverage brewing component of an embodiment of the present application in an extraction state;

[0114] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of a portion of the structure of a beverage brewing assembly provided by an embodiment of the present application when in an extraction state;

[0115] Figure 8 This is another schematic cross-sectional view of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0116] Figure 9 Another schematic cross-sectional view of a brewing assembly of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0117] Figure 10 Another schematic cross-sectional view of a brewing assembly of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0118] Figure 11 A schematic diagram of a portion of the structure of a beverage device provided by an embodiment of the present application when the scraper rod is in a first position;

[0119] Figure 12 A schematic diagram of a portion of the structure of a beverage device provided by an embodiment of the present application when the scraper rod is in the second position;

[0120] Figure 13 This is another schematic cross-sectional view of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0121] Figure 14 for Figure 12 A magnified schematic diagram of part A in FIG;

[0122] Figure 15 A schematic structural diagram of a scraping assembly of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0123] Figure 16 A schematic structural diagram of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0124] Figure 17 for Figure 16 A magnified schematic diagram of part C in FIG;

[0125] Figure 18 A schematic diagram of a portion of the structure of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of the present application from another angle;

[0126] Figure 19 A side view of a beverage brewing assembly of a beverage device provided by an embodiment of the present application when moved out of an extraction position;

[0127] Figure 20 A schematic top view of a beverage brewing assembly of an embodiment of the present application when moved out of an extraction position;

[0128] Figure 21 A side view of a beverage brewing assembly of an embodiment of the present application in an extraction position;

[0129] Figure 22 A schematic top view of a beverage brewing assembly of an embodiment of the present application located in an extraction position;

[0130] Figure 23 A schematic structural diagram of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of the present application from another angle;

[0131] Figure 24 A schematic diagram of a partial structure of a mounting base for a beverage device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0132] Figure 25 A schematic diagram of a partial structure of a mounting base for a beverage device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0133] Figure 26 A schematic cross-sectional view of a slag collecting box of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0134] Figure 27 for Figure 23 An enlarged schematic diagram of part B;

[0135] Figure 28 A flow chart of a control method for a beverage device provided in an embodiment of the present application.

[0136] Description of reference numerals:

[0137] 100 - beverage equipment; 10 - frame; 11 - guide groove; 12 - second stopper; 13 - base;

[0138] 20-brewing assembly; 21-housing; 211-second sliding portion; 212-mounting groove; 213-second sliding groove;

[0139] 214 - push portion; 215 - extension portion; 216 - liquid injection hole; 22 - brewing device; 221 - extraction chamber;

[0140] 222 - third transmission member; 223 - first sliding portion; 224 - inner piston; 23 - second transmission member;

[0141] 24-liquid inlet pipe; 26-limiting seat; 261-first chute; 2611-hovering part; 2612-bottom;

[0142] 2613-side; 262-first limiting slider; 263-second limiting slider;

[0143] 27-lifting limiter; 271-lifting slider; 28-second elastic member; 29-first elastic member;

[0144] 30-driving assembly; 31-first transmission member; 32-first motor; 321-output shaft;

[0145] 33-transmission assembly; 331-synchronous belt; 332-first pulley; 333-second pulley; 34-transmission shaft;

[0146] 40 - liquid injection tube; 41 - second limiting portion; 50 - brewing unit; 60 - scraping assembly; 61 - scraping rod;

[0147] 611-first resisting portion; 62-transmission connecting rod; 621-pushing portion; 63-connecting member; 631-pushed portion;

[0148] 632-first limit part; 633-inclined structure; 64-second motor; 70-slag collecting box;

[0149] 71 - slag inlet; 72 - top cover; 73 - first matching portion; 80 - mounting seat; 81 - first assembly portion;

[0150] 82-fixed portion; 83-movable portion; 84-blocking portion; 841-inclined surface; 842-arc-shaped surface;

[0151] 85 - third elastic member; 91 - first magnetic member; 92 - first Hall effect sensor;

[0152] 93 - second magnetic component; 200 - beverage residue; 300 - beverage raw material. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0153] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention more clear, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts shall fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0154] In recent years, with the widespread adoption of coffee culture, coffee machines have become a staple in homes and offices. Fully automatic coffee machines, as intelligent devices that integrate grinding, extraction, and cleaning, feature core functional modules including a coffee powder delivery system, a hot water pressurized extraction mechanism, and a grounds disposal system.

[0155] The coffee machine in the related art, after integrating multiple functions, results in a complex overall structure of the coffee machine and has a high manufacturing cost, which limits the widespread application of the coffee machine in the market.

[0156] In order to solve the above technical problems, an embodiment of the present application provides a beverage device, which arranges a driving component in the process of the brewing component moving from the loading position to the extraction position, and drives the brewing component to vibrate at the same time. Therefore, the beverage raw materials inside the brewing component can be uniformed during the process of the brewing component moving from the loading position to the extraction position, so that one driving component has two functions. This can reduce the number of independent components required to realize the movement and vibration of the brewing component, reduce the difficulty of assembly, and reduce the manufacturing complexity and material cost.

[0157] The beverage device and the control method thereof provided in the embodiments of the present application are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0158] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of the present application. Figure 2 This is another structural schematic diagram of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of the present application. Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of a beverage device provided in an embodiment of the present application. Figure 1 Shows a schematic diagram of the brewing assembly in the loading position. Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of the brewing component in the extraction position is shown in FIG. Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the brewing component and drive component of the beverage device after being cut open is shown in FIG.

[0159] It should be noted that, for ease of description, in the embodiments of this application, the horizontal direction is defined as any direction within the plane formed by the x-direction and the y-direction, and the longitudinal direction is defined as the z-direction. When the beverage device is in normal use, the first direction can be any direction on the horizontal plane, the x-direction and the y-direction are both horizontal, and the longitudinal direction can be the height direction of the beverage device and the extraction mechanism.

[0160] The embodiment of the present application provides a beverage device, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the beverage device 100 may include a frame 10, a drive assembly 30, and a brewing assembly 20. The frame 10 may include a loading position and an extraction position. The drive assembly 30 is disposed on the frame 10, and the drive assembly 30 may include a first transmission member 31 that is rotatably disposed. The brewing assembly 20 is movably connected to the frame 10, and a portion of the structure of the brewing assembly 20 is transmission-connected to the first transmission member 31. The first transmission member 31 rotationally drives the brewing assembly 20 to move between the loading position and the extraction position. The brewing assembly 20 is used to receive beverage raw materials at the loading position and to extract beverages at the extraction position. The drive assembly 30 is used to drive the brewing assembly 20 to vibrate during the process of the brewing assembly 20 moving from the loading position to the extraction position.

[0161] For example, part of the drive assembly 30 may be fixedly connected to the frame 10, while part of the drive assembly 30 may be movable relative to the frame 10, such as by rotation. For example, fasteners such as bolts may be used to securely connect the drive assembly 30 and the frame 10. In the embodiments of the present application, the manner in which the drive assembly 30 is secured to the frame 10 is not further limited.

[0162] For example, the brewing assembly 20 is detachably connected to the frame 10, and the brewing assembly 20 can be removed from the frame 10 for cleaning. A handle is provided on the outside of the brewing assembly 20 to facilitate disassembly and installation. In the embodiment of the present application, the disassembly and assembly method of the brewing assembly 20 is not further limited.

[0163] By configuring the beverage device 100 to include a frame 10, a stable mounting position can be provided for the drive assembly 30 and the brewing assembly 20, thereby enabling stable operation of the entire beverage device 100. By configuring the drive assembly 30 to drive the brewing assembly 20 between the loading position and the extraction position, the degree of automation of the beverage device 100 can be increased, thereby enhancing the user experience.

[0164] During the movement of the brewing component 20 from the loading position to the extraction position, the vibration function of the driving component 30 can effectively make the beverage ingredients more evenly distributed, which helps to ensure more complete contact between the beverage ingredients and the water flow during the extraction process, thereby improving the extraction efficiency and enhancing the taste of the beverage.

[0165] The movement and vibration of the brewing assembly 20 are achieved through a single drive assembly 30. In other words, a single assembly performs both functions of the beverage device 100. This reduces the number of separate components required to achieve both movement and vibration of the brewing assembly 20, lowering manufacturing complexity and material costs while also reducing assembly time. The integrated drive assembly 30 occupies less space, resulting in a smaller overall device size, making it more suitable for use in space-constrained environments and facilitating the miniaturization of the beverage device 100.

[0166] In one possible implementation, Figure 3 As shown, the drive assembly 30 may include a first motor 32. The first motor 32 is drivably connected to the first transmission member 31. The first motor 32 is configured to drive the first transmission member 31 to rotate. The rotation of the first transmission member 31 drives the brewing assembly 20 to rotate about the central axis (o) of the first transmission member 31, thereby moving the brewing assembly 20 between the loading position and the extraction position. During the process of the brewing assembly 20 moving from the loading position to the extraction position, the first motor 32 performs a first action to drive the first transmission member 31 to perform a second action, thereby causing the brewing assembly 20 to vibrate. Both the first action and the second action include alternating forward and reverse rotations.

[0167] In some embodiments, the driving assembly 30 may further include a transmission assembly 33 , which may be disposed between the first transmission member 31 and the first motor 32 .

[0168] For example, the first motor 32 may include an output shaft 321 that can be driven to rotate. The output shaft 321 can be connected to the transmission assembly 33, which is in transmission connection with the first transmission member 31. When the output shaft 321 rotates, it can drive the transmission assembly 33 to rotate, and when the transmission assembly 33 rotates, it can drive the first transmission member 31 to rotate.

[0169] like Figure 3 As shown, the transmission assembly 33 may include a synchronous belt 331 and a transmission shaft 34. The transmission assembly 33 includes a synchronous belt 331, a first pulley 332, and a second pulley 333. The first pulley 332 is fixedly connected to the output shaft 321, and the second pulley 333 is fixedly connected to the transmission shaft 34. The synchronous belt 331 is disposed between the first pulley 332 and the second pulley 333. The end of the transmission shaft 34 facing away from the second pulley 333 is fixedly connected to the first transmission member 31. When the output shaft 321 of the first motor 32 rotates, it drives the first pulley 332 to rotate. The rotation of the first pulley 332 drives the synchronous belt 331 to move. The movement of the synchronous belt 331 drives the second pulley 333 to rotate. The rotation of the second pulley 333 drives the transmission shaft 34 to rotate. The rotation of the transmission shaft 34 drives the first transmission member 31 to rotate. Thus, the first motor 32 drives the first transmission member 31 to rotate.

[0170] When the first motor 32 rotates alternately forward and reverse, the first transmission member 31 can be driven to rotate alternately forward and reverse, which in turn causes the brewing assembly 20 to also rotate alternately forward and reverse, thereby ensuring a more uniform vibration of the beverage ingredients within the brewing assembly 20. It will be appreciated that even if the first motor 32 rotates alternately forward and reverse while driving the brewing assembly 20 from the loading position to the extraction position, the brewing assembly 20 can still be moved toward the extraction position as a whole by controlling the forward and reverse rotation angles. For example, the forward rotation angle can be greater than the reverse rotation angle.

[0171] Of course, in other embodiments, the transmission assembly 33 may be configured as another structure, or the transmission assembly 33 may not be provided between the first transmission member 31 and the first motor 32. For example, the output shaft 321 of the first motor 32 may be directly connected to the first transmission member 31. In the embodiment of the present application, whether the transmission assembly 33 is provided between the first motor 32 and the first transmission member 31, and the structure of the transmission assembly 33 are not further limited.

[0172] Such an arrangement allows the brewing assembly 20 to move between the loading position and the extraction position through rotational motion, and rotational motion generally occupies less space than linear motion because rotational motion rotates around a fixed axis and can occupy a corner in space. This compact motion path makes the overall size of the beverage device 100 smaller, which is conducive to the miniaturization development of the beverage device 100.

[0173] Furthermore, by utilizing the forward and reverse rotation characteristics of the first motor 32, the vibration function can be achieved without the need for additional complex mechanical structures. This simplifies the structure of the entire beverage device 100 and reduces costs. By eliminating additional vibration-specific components, the beverage device 100 is less complex and has fewer potential points of failure, thereby improving the reliability of the beverage device 100.

[0174] In one possible implementation, when the first transmission member 31 rotates around its own central axis, it can drive the brewing component 20 to rotate around the central axis (o) of the first transmission member 31, so that the brewing component 20 moves between the loading position and the extraction position.

[0175] Exemplarily, the rotation angle of the brewing assembly 20 from the extraction position to the loading position is between 30° and 150°. For example, it can be 30°, 40°, 50°, 60°, 70°, 80°, 90°, 100°, 110°, 120°, 130°, 140°, 150°, etc. In the embodiment of the present application, the rotation angle of the brewing assembly 20 from the extraction position to the loading position is not further limited and can be specifically set according to the installation space of the beverage device 100.

[0176] In one possible implementation, Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, the brewing assembly 20 may include a shell 21, a brewer 22 and a second transmission member 23. The shell 21 may be arranged around the outside of the brewer 22, and the brewer 22 may be movably arranged with the shell 21 in the longitudinal direction (z direction). In other words, the brewer 22 may be movable relative to the shell 21 along the longitudinal direction (z direction). The second transmission member 23 is sleeved on the outside of the brewer 22, and the second transmission member 23 is transmission-connected to the first transmission member 31. Among them, a third transmission member 222 is provided on the outside of the brewer 22, and the third transmission member 222 is transmission-connected to the second transmission member 23. The second transmission member 23 rotates relative to the third transmission member 222 to drive the third transmission member 222 to move up and down along the longitudinal direction.

[0177] For example, the housing 21 of the brewing assembly 20 is rotatably connected to the frame 10. The brewer 22 of the brewing assembly 20 is located inside the housing 21 and may not be connected to the frame 10. Instead, the housing 21 can be used to move relative to the frame 10 in the horizontal direction or the longitudinal direction (z direction).

[0178] In this way, when the shell 21 can move in the horizontal direction relative to the frame 10, the rotation of the first transmission member 31 can drive the second transmission member 23 to rotate. Since the position of the first transmission member 31 relative to the frame 10 remains unchanged, the second transmission member 23 will rotate around the first transmission member 31, thereby driving the shell 21 and the brewing component 20 to rotate around the first transmission member 31, thereby causing the brewing component 20 to move between the loading position and the extraction position.

[0179] When the housing 21 and the frame 10 are fixed in the horizontal direction, since the housing 21 and the frame 10 are fixed, when the first transmission member 31 rotates, the second transmission member 23 can be driven to rotate, and when the second transmission member 23 rotates, the third transmission member 222 can be driven to move up and down along the longitudinal direction (z direction) (see Figure 6 When extracting beverages, the housing 21 can be fixed to the frame 10, and the brewing device 22 can be driven to move up and down along the longitudinal direction.

[0180] It should be noted that when there is no horizontal restriction between the housing 21 and the frame 10, the driving force driving the second transmission member 23 to rotate about the first transmission member 31 is less than the driving force driving the second transmission member 23 to rotate relative to the third transmission member 222. Therefore, when there is no horizontal restriction between the housing 21 and the frame 10, the driving force exerted by the first transmission member 31 on the second transmission member 23 during rotation is sufficient only to drive the brewing assembly 20 to rotate about the first transmission member 31, and cannot drive the second transmission member 23 to rotate relative to the third transmission member 222, thereby enabling the brewing assembly 20 to move between the loading position and the extraction position.

[0181] Continue to see Figure 4As shown, the first transmission member 31 and the second transmission member 23 are both gear structures. The second transmission member 23 and the third transmission member 222 are connected via threaded transmission.

[0182] like Figure 5 As shown, the third transmission member 222 may include a first sliding portion 223, and a second sliding portion 211 may be provided on a side of the housing 21 facing the third transmission member 222. The first sliding portion 223 and the second sliding portion 211 are movably connected in the longitudinal direction (z direction), and the first sliding portion 223 and the second sliding portion 211 are engaged in the circumferential direction of the brewing device 22.

[0183] This arrangement provides efficient and reliable power transmission, ensuring stable movement of the brewing assembly 20. The second transmission member 23 and the third transmission member 222 are connected by a threaded drive, enabling precise linear motion control. The first sliding portion 223 and the second sliding portion 211 are connected by a snap-fit connection in the circumferential direction of the brewer 22 (circumferential refers to the direction of the outer periphery), providing a stable fixation, preventing the brewer 22 from rotating or shifting relative to the circumferential direction, and ensuring the stability of the extraction process.

[0184] In one possible implementation, see Figure 5 As shown, one of the first sliding portion 223 and the second sliding portion 211 may be a groove structure, and the other of the first sliding portion 223 and the second sliding portion 211 may be a protrusion structure.

[0185] Exemplarily, the first sliding portion 223 is a groove structure, and the second sliding portion 211 is a convex structure. Of course, in other embodiments, the first sliding portion 223 can also be set as a convex structure, and the second sliding portion 211 can be set as a groove structure. In the embodiment of the present application, the specific structures of the first sliding portion 223 and the second sliding portion 211 are not further limited.

[0186] Such a configuration can simplify the structures of the first sliding portion 223 and the second sliding portion 211 , thereby reducing assembly difficulty and cost.

[0187] In one possible implementation, see Figure 4 and Figure 6 As shown, the brewer 22 may include an extraction chamber 221 with an opening at the top. An inner piston 224 is disposed within the extraction chamber 221. The inner piston 224 is sealed against the inner wall of the extraction chamber 221 and is movably connected to the extraction chamber 221 in the longitudinal direction (z-direction). The top of the inner piston 224 is used to support the beverage ingredients to be extracted. When the brewer 22 moves upward in the longitudinal direction (z-direction), it drives the inner piston 224 to move upward synchronously.

[0188] For example, the inner piston 224 may be in communication with the liquid inlet line 24 of the brewing assembly 20 , and liquid may be injected into the brewing chamber through the liquid inlet line 24 when extracting a beverage.

[0189] The internal piston 224 allows for uniform pressure to be applied to the beverage ingredients during the extraction process, ensuring more complete contact with the water flow, improving extraction efficiency and enhancing the flavor concentration of the beverage. As the brewer 22 moves upward, the internal piston 224 moves synchronously, helping to push out the extracted residue from the extraction chamber 221, reducing residue accumulation and facilitating cleaning and maintenance. The sealed connection between the internal piston 224 and the extraction chamber 221 ensures a controlled water flow path during the extraction process and maintains the sealing of the brewing assembly 20, preventing liquid leakage.

[0190] In a possible implementation, the beverage device 100 may further include a brewing component 50. Figure 6 As shown, when the brewing assembly 20 is in the extraction position, the brewing unit 50 is located at the top of the brewing assembly 20 and faces the extraction chamber 221. When the brewing unit 22 drives the inner piston 224 to move upward in the longitudinal direction to a first height, a portion of the brewing unit 50 is located within the extraction chamber 221 and is sealed therewith. Beverage ingredients 300 are located between the inner piston 224 and the brewing unit 50. The brewing unit 22 completes beverage extraction at the first height.

[0191] It should be noted that, in the embodiment of the present application, “when the brewer 22 drives the inner piston 224 to move upward in the longitudinal direction to a first height”, the “first height” here refers to the height to which the brewer 22 and the inner piston 224 as a whole move relative to their initial positions. For example, after the brewer 22 drives the inner piston 224 to move upward a first distance relative to the bottom of the housing 21, the brewer 22 is at the first height. In addition, when the brewer 22 drives the inner piston 224 to move upward in the longitudinal direction to the first height, the height difference between the top surface of the brewer 22 and the top surface of the inner piston 224 is the same as the height difference between the top surface of the brewer 22 and the top surface of the inner piston 224 at the initial position.

[0192] It should be noted that the value of the first height for different beverage devices 100 may be the same or different. In the embodiment of the present application, the specific value of the first height is not further limited.

[0193] With this arrangement, when the brewing unit 22 drives the inner piston 224 to rise to the first height, a portion of the brewing unit 50 enters the extraction chamber 221 and becomes sealed therewith. This sealed environment helps maintain stable pressure and temperature during the extraction process, improving extraction efficiency and beverage flavor concentration. The sealed connection between the brewing unit 50 and the extraction chamber 221 prevents leakage of liquid or steam during the extraction process, ensuring the integrity of the extraction process and the cleanliness of the equipment.

[0194] It should be noted that while the brewing unit 50 partially enters the extraction chamber 221 and is sealed therewith, the brewing unit 50 and the inner piston 224 can compress the beverage ingredients between them. For example, as the inner piston 224 rises, the beverage ingredients between the brewing unit 50 and the inner piston 224 are compressed from beverage ingredient powder into a beverage ingredient cake. This reduces the number of components in the beverage device, compared to the prior art, which employs a dedicated cake-pressing mechanism, and thus helps reduce the cost of the beverage device.

[0195] The specific structure of the brewing component 20 will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0196] In one possible implementation, Figure 7 As shown, the brewing assembly 20 may further include a limit seat 26 and a lifting limit member 27. The limit seat 26 is disposed between the housing 21 and the inner piston 224, and is movably connected to the housing 21 in the circumferential direction of the brewer 22. The lifting limit member 27 is fixedly connected to the inner piston 224. The lifting limit member 27 is movably connected to the limit seat 26. When the brewer 22 drives the inner piston 224 and the lifting limit member 27 to rise to a first height along the longitudinal direction (z-direction), the limit seat 26 partially abuts against the lifting limit member 27 in the longitudinal direction (z-direction), so that the inner piston 224 hovers at the first height, allowing the brewer 22 to complete beverage extraction at the first height.

[0197] Illustratively, the lifting limiter 27 is located at the bottom of the inner piston 224 and is fixedly connected to the inner piston 224. Part of the inner piston 224 is located within the brewing chamber, while part of the inner piston 224 extends downward from the bottom of the brewer 22 to the outside of the brewer 22. The part located outside the bottom of the brewing chamber is fixedly connected to the lifting limiter 27. The limiter seat 26 is disposed around the outside of the lifting limiter 27 and is movably connected to the lifting limiter 27 at least in the longitudinal direction (e.g., a sliding connection). Part of the brewer 22 is disposed around the outside of the limiter seat 26. The housing 21 can be sleeved around the outside of the brewer 22 and part of the outside of the limiter seat 26. The limiter seat 26 can move, for example, rotationally, in the circumferential direction of the brewer 22 relative to the housing 21.

[0198] This arrangement allows the inner piston 224 to hover at the first height during each extraction. This precise positioning is crucial for ensuring consistency and quality during the extraction process. The stopper 26 provides stable support for the inner piston 224 when it is at the first height, ensuring its stability during the extraction process, improving extraction efficiency and beverage quality.

[0199] In one possible implementation, see Figure 7 As shown, the limiting seat 26 may include a first chute 261 extending in the longitudinal direction (z-direction). The lifting limiting member 27 may include a lifting slider 271 that cooperates with the first chute 261. The lifting slider 271 is movably disposed in the first chute 261 in the longitudinal direction (z-direction), and the lifting slider 271 is fixedly connected to the first chute 261 in the circumferential direction of the brewer 22. In other words, the lifting slider 271 is disposed in the first chute 261, and the two side walls of the first chute 261 in the circumferential direction of the brewer 22 can abut against the two sides of the lifting slider 271 in the circumferential direction of the brewer 22.

[0200] A hovering portion 2611 is provided at the top of the first chute 261, extending outward from the top of the first chute 261 along the circumference of the brewer 22. When the inner piston 224 is at the first height, the lifting slider 271 is located at the top of the first chute 261. The stopper 26 is configured to rotate by a predetermined angle in the direction from the hovering portion 2611 to the first chute 261 (direction a in the figure) when the inner piston 224 is at the first height, so that the bottom 2612 and side 2613 of the hovering portion 2611 abut against the lifting slider 271. The hovering portion 2611 is configured to secure the inner piston 224 at the first height via the lifting slider 271.

[0201] It should be noted that the hovering portion 2611 can be a side opening opened at the top of the first slide groove 261, wherein the height of the hovering portion 2611 is related to the first height and can be specifically set according to the first height. In the embodiment of the present application, the setting position of the hovering portion 2611 is not further limited, as long as the inner piston 224 can be hovered at the first height.

[0202] By providing the first chute 261 and the hovering portion 2611 at the top of the first chute 261, when the lifting slider 271 moves to the first height along the longitudinal direction (z direction), the limiting seat 26 is rotated to cause the lifting slider 271 to abut against the hovering portion 2611, thereby causing the lifting limit member 27 to hover at the first height, that is, the first height at which the inner piston 224 is suspended. Because the hovering portion 2611 can provide a certain degree of support for the lifting slider 271, this can improve the stability of the inner piston 224 during brewing in the brewing assembly 20. In addition, the mechanical structure of the first chute 261 and the lifting slider 271 allows the inner piston 224 to hover at the first height. Compared to providing a specific drive structure to cause the inner piston 224 to hover at the first position, this can simplify the structure of the brewing assembly 20 and thus reduce costs.

[0203] In one possible implementation, see Figure 7 As shown, a first elastic member 29 is provided between the limit seat 26 and the housing 21. The first elastic member 29 has a preload force. The first elastic member 29 is used to drive the limit seat 26 to rotate by a preset angle along the direction from the hovering portion 2611 to the first sliding groove 261 when the inner piston 224 is at the first height.

[0204] It should be noted that the direction of the restoring force of the first elastic member 29 is from the hovering portion 2611 to the first chute 261 (direction a in the figure). When the lifting slider 271 rises to the first height, the first chute 261 releases the restriction on the lifting slider 271 toward the hovering portion 2611. As a result, the limit seat 26 rotates by a preset angle under the action of the restoring force of the first elastic member 29 and then abuts against the side portion 2613 of the hovering portion 2611, thereby stopping rotation and causing the lifting slider 271 to hover at the hovering portion 2611. The value of the preset angle is related to the position of the side portion 2613 of the hovering portion 2611. In the embodiment of the present application, the position of the side portion 2613 of the hovering portion 2611 is not further limited.

[0205] The provision of the first elastic member 29 allows for rotational adjustment of the stopper 26 through its inherent properties, eliminating complex mechanical structures and additional drive mechanisms, making the device more streamlined and reliable. The preload of the first elastic member 29 provides a low-energy drive method, reducing the need for electricity or other energy sources and improving the device's energy efficiency. The first elastic member 29 also absorbs and cushions shock and vibration during movement, reducing wear and potential damage to the brewing assembly 20 and extending its service life.

[0206] In one possible implementation, Figure 8As shown, the housing 21 is provided with a mounting groove 212 extending circumferentially along the brewer 22. The limiting seat 26 is provided with a second limiting slider 263, which is disposed within the mounting groove 212. The first elastic member 29 is disposed within the mounting groove 212. One end of the first elastic member 29 is fixedly connected to the mounting groove 212, and the other end is fixedly connected to the second limiting slider 263. The first elastic member 29 is in a compressed state.

[0207] In this way, when the lifting slider 271 is located in the first slide groove 261, the restriction between the lifting slider 271 and the first slide groove 261 in the circumferential direction of the brewer 22 can cause the first elastic member 29 to be compressed and set in the mounting groove 212. When the inner piston 224 drives the lifting slider 271 to rise to the first height, the restriction between the lifting slider 271 and the first slide groove 261 in the circumferential direction of the brewer 22 is released, so that the limit seat 26 can rotate by a preset angle along the direction from the hovering portion 2611 to the first slide groove 261 (direction a in the figure) under the action of the first elastic member 29.

[0208] Such a setting can make the first elastic member 29 have a certain restoring force, so that when the lifting slider 271 rises to the first height along the longitudinal direction (z direction) in the first slide groove 261, it can drive the limit seat 26 to rotate a preset angle along the direction from the hovering part 2611 to the first slide groove 261 through its own restoring force, so that the limit slider abuts against the hovering part 2611.

[0209] In one possible implementation, a reset assembly is provided between the limit seat 26 and the housing 21. The reset assembly is used to drive the limit seat 26 to disengage the longitudinal (z-direction) abutting connection with the lifting limit member 27 during the process of the brewing assembly 20 moving from the extraction position to the loading position, so as to allow the inner piston 224 to move downward in the longitudinal (z-direction) and return to the bottom of the brewing chamber 22.

[0210] By providing a reset assembly, the inner piston 224 can automatically return to its initial position after each beverage extraction, ready for the next loading and extraction. This simplifies the operation process and reduces manual intervention by the user. Furthermore, the inner piston 224 returns to the same initial position after each operation, ensuring consistency in the extraction process and thus the stability of the beverage quality and taste.

[0211] In one possible implementation, see Figure 8As shown, the reset assembly may include a second chute 213 and a first limiting slider 262. The second chute 213 is disposed on the housing 21 and extends circumferentially along the brewer 22. The first limiting slider 262 is disposed on the limiting seat 26 and is movably disposed within the second chute 213 along the circumference of the brewer. The frame 10 is configured to drive the first limiting slider 262 to rotate the limiting seat 26 along the first chute 261 to the hovering portion 2611 by a predetermined angle during movement of the brewing assembly 20 from the extraction position to the loading position, thereby causing the lifting slider 271 to disengage from the hovering portion 2611 and enter the first chute 261.

[0212] Illustratively, a portion of the frame 10 abuts against the first limiting slider 262 during the process of the brewing assembly 20 moving from the extraction position to the loading position, and before the brewing assembly 20 moves to the loading position. As the brewing assembly 20 continues to move toward the loading position, the first limiting slider 262 is pushed to move within the second chute 213, causing the limiting seat 26 to rotate by a preset angle along the direction from the first chute 261 to the hovering portion 2611 (direction b in the figure). This allows the lifting chute lifting slider 271 to disengage from the hovering portion 2611 and enter the first chute 261. Under the action of the inner piston 224's own weight or other restoring force, the inner piston 224 moves downward along the longitudinal direction to its initial position before rising.

[0213] It should be noted that the direction from the hovering portion 2611 to the first sliding groove 261 (direction a in the figure) is opposite to the direction from the first sliding groove 261 to the hovering portion 2611 (direction b in the figure).

[0214] By setting the reset component to a structure including the second slide groove 213 and the first limit slider 262, during the process of the brewing component 20 moving from the extraction position to the loading position, the limit seat 26 can be driven to rotate a preset angle along the direction from the first slide groove 261 to the hovering portion 2611 through the push between the frame 10 and the first limit slider 262, so that the lifting slider 271 disengages from the hovering portion 2611 and enters the first slide groove 261. This can reduce complex mechanical structures and additional driving devices, making the beverage equipment more concise.

[0215] In one possible implementation, continue to refer to 7 and Figure 9As shown, a second elastic member 28 is provided between the lifting limit member 27 and the inner piston 224. The second elastic member 28 is sleeved on the outer side of the inner piston 224, with the top of the second elastic member 28 abutting against the brewer 22, and the bottom of the second elastic member 28 abutting against the lifting limit member 27. When the brewer 22 moves downward in the longitudinal direction (z-direction) relative to the inner piston 224, the second elastic member 28 is compressed, imparting a preload to the second elastic member 28. When the limiting seat 26 rotates a preset angle along the direction from the first chute 261 to the hovering portion 2611, and the lifting slider 271 disengages the hovering portion 2611 and enters the first chute 261, the restoring force of the second elastic member 28 drives the lifting limit member 27 to move the inner piston 224 downward in the longitudinal direction (z-direction).

[0216] By providing a second elastic member 28, the natural properties of the second elastic member 28 enable the longitudinal (z-direction) movement of the lifting and limiting member 27, eliminating complex mechanical structures and additional drive devices, making the device more simple and reliable. The preload of the second elastic member 28 provides a low-energy drive method, reducing the demand for electricity or other energy sources and improving the energy efficiency of the device. The second elastic member 28 absorbs and cushions the impact and vibration generated during movement, reducing wear and potential damage to the brewing assembly 20 and extending its service life.

[0217] Exemplarily, both the first elastic member 29 and the second elastic member 28 may be spring structures. In the embodiment of the present application, the specific structures of the first elastic member 29 and the second elastic member 28 are not further limited.

[0218] In one possible implementation, Figure 10 As shown, the beverage device 100 may include a liquid injection tube 40. The liquid injection tube 40 is movably connected to the frame 10. The brewing component 20 may include a liquid injection hole 216 connected to the liquid injection tube 40. The liquid injection tube 40 is used to partially enter the liquid injection hole 216 and be sealed with the liquid injection hole 216 when the brewing component 20 is in the extraction position. When the liquid injection tube 40 is sealed with the liquid injection hole 216, the brewing component 20 is fixed in the extraction position to limit the horizontal movement of the brewing component 20. Figure 10 FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram showing only the liquid injection tube 40 .

[0219] For example, the connection between the injection tube 40 and the injection hole 216 can be horizontal, that is, along any horizontal direction. Alternatively, the connection can be oblique, that is, along a direction that forms a certain angle with both the x-direction and the z-direction, for example, obliquely downward or obliquely upward, etc., as long as the housing 21 can be fixed in the extraction position. In the embodiment of the present application, the connection direction of the injection tube 40 and the injection hole 216 is not further limited. In the drawings of the embodiment of the present application, the connection is shown along the x-direction, and the x-direction is the radial direction of the brewer 22.

[0220] Illustratively, the liquid injection hole 216 may be in communication with the liquid inlet pipeline 24 , and liquid may be injected into the liquid inlet pipeline 24 through the liquid injection hole 216 . The liquid may be hot water or cold water.

[0221] like Figure 10 As shown, the injection hole 216 can be provided on the shell 21. For example, the injection hole 216 can be provided at the bottom of the shell 21. By sealingly connecting the injection tube 40 to the injection hole 216, the shell 21 can be fixed in the extraction position. Since the shell 21 is sleeved on the outside of the brewer 22, when the shell 21 is fixed in the extraction position, the brewer 22 is also fixed in the extraction position. Since the brewer 22 is movably connected to the shell 21 in the longitudinal direction and is circumferentially limited, when the first transmission member 31 rotates, the second transmission member 23 can be rotated relative to the brewer 22, thereby driving the brewer 22 to move up and down along the longitudinal direction. In this embodiment of the present application, the setting position of the injection hole 216 is not further limited.

[0222] By providing the injection tube 40, liquid can be injected into the brewing component 20 during beverage extraction to achieve beverage extraction. After the injection tube 40 is inserted into the brewing component 20, it can provide additional support and fixation to the brewing component 20, preventing the brewing component 20 from being displaced due to vibration or liquid flow during the extraction process, helping to ensure the smooth progress of the extraction process. In addition, through the insertion of the injection tube 40, the brewing component 20 can be accurately positioned in the correct extraction position, which helps to ensure that the water flow can accurately enter the brewing component 20, thereby improving the extraction efficiency and effect. Using the injection tube 40 to fix the brewing component 20 reduces the need for additional fixing mechanisms, thereby simplifying the overall structure of the beverage device 100.

[0223] Illustratively, when the injection tube 40 is separated from the injection hole 216, the first transmission member 31 rotates to drive the second transmission member 23 to rotate, and the rotation of the second transmission member 23 drives the housing 21 and the brewing unit 22 to rotate about the central axis of the first transmission member 31. When the injection tube 40 is sealed with the injection hole 216, the housing 21 is fixed in the extraction position, and the first transmission member 31 rotates to drive the second transmission member 23 to rotate, and the second transmission member 23 rotates to drive the third transmission member 222 to move the brewing unit 22 up and down along the longitudinal direction (z direction) relative to the housing 21.

[0224] By sealing the injection tube 40 with the injection hole 216 to secure the housing 21 in the extraction position, the second transmission member 23 can be driven by the first transmission member 31 to rotate relative to the brewer 22 about the central axis of the brewer 22. Due to the threaded connection between the second transmission member 23 and the third transmission member 222 outside the brewer 22, and the limiting action between the second sliding portion 211 on the housing 21 and the first sliding portion 223 of the brewer 22, the second transmission member 23 rotates and drives the brewer 22 to move up and down in the longitudinal direction. Furthermore, when the injection tube 40 is separated from the injection hole 216, the second transmission member 23 drives the housing 21 and the brewer 22 to rotate about the central axis of the first transmission member 31, thereby achieving movement between the extraction position and the loading position, thereby performing different actions in different positions. Furthermore, a single drive assembly 30 can be used to achieve movement of the brewing assembly 20 in different directions, thereby simplifying the structure of the drive assembly 30 and reducing assembly difficulty and cost.

[0225] In one possible implementation, combining Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, the beverage device 100 may further include a scraper assembly 60. The scraper assembly 60 may include a scraper rod 61 and a transmission connecting rod 62. The scraper rod 61 may be located at the top of the brewing assembly 20 and, when rotated, is used to push the extracted residue from the top of the brewing assembly 20 out of the brewing assembly 20. One end of the transmission connecting rod 62 is fixedly connected to the scraper rod 61, and the other end is drivingly connected to the injection tube 40. Rotation of the transmission connecting rod 62 drives the scraper rod 61 to rotate, and drives the injection tube 40 to be inserted into or removed from the brewing assembly 20, thereby sealingly connecting or disconnecting the injection tube 40 from the injection hole 216.

[0226] In one possible implementation, the beverage device 100 may further include a scraping assembly 60. The scraping assembly 60 may include a scraping rod 61 and a transmission connecting rod 62. The scraping rod 61 is located at the top of the brewing assembly 20 (when the brewer 22 is in the initial position). The scraping rod 61 is used to push the extracted residue on the top of the brewing assembly 20 out of the brewing assembly 20 when it rotates. One end of the transmission connecting rod 62 is fixedly connected to the scraping rod 61, and the other end is drivingly connected to the injection tube 40. The rotation of the transmission connecting rod 62 drives the scraping rod 61 to rotate, and drives the injection tube 40 to be inserted into or removed from the brewing assembly 20, so that the injection tube 40 is sealedly connected to or separated from the injection hole 216.

[0227] With this arrangement, the scraper rod 61 can effectively push the extracted residue on the top of the brewing assembly 20 out of the assembly when it rotates, achieving automatic cleaning. This reduces the need for manual cleaning by the user and improves the convenience and user experience of the beverage device 100. The transmission connecting rod 62 connects the scraper rod 61 and the injection tube 40, so that while the scraper rod 61 rotates to clean the residue, the injection tube 40 can be inserted or removed simultaneously. This simplifies the workflow of the beverage device 100 and improves operational efficiency. It also integrates the scraping and injection tube 40 operations into a single scraper assembly 60, reducing the number of independently driven components, thereby saving space and manufacturing costs of the beverage device 100.

[0228] For example, the scraper rod 61 can include a first position and a second position, and the scraper rod 61 is used to push the extracted residue on the top of the brewing component 20 to the outside of the brewing component 20 during the process of rotating from the first position to the second position. Figure 11 As shown, when the scraper rod 61 is in the first position, the scraper rod 61 is located on the side of the brewer 22 close to the loading position, and part of the structure of the injection tube 40 is located in the injection hole 216 and is sealed with the injection hole 216. Figure 12 As shown, when the scraper rod 61 is located at the second position, the scraper rod 61 is located at a side of the brewing device 22 away from the loading position, and the injection tube 40 is separated from the injection hole 216.

[0229] It should be noted that, when the scraper rod 61 moves from the first position to the second position, it can sweep across the top of the brewing component 20 , thereby cleaning the extracted residue located on the top of the brewing component 20 .

[0230] With this arrangement, when the brewing assembly 20 moves from the loading position to the extraction position, the scraper rod 61 can be moved from the second position to the first position to fix the brewing assembly 20 in the extraction position, thereby ensuring the stability of the extraction. After the extraction is completed, the scraper rod 61 can be moved from the first position to the second position to push the extracted beverage residue 200 to the side of the brewing assembly 20 away from the loading position for easy collection. In addition, during the movement of the scraper rod 61 from the first position to the second position, the injection tube 40 can be separated from the injection hole 216, thereby allowing the brewing assembly 20 to move horizontally, thereby driving the brewing assembly 20 to move from the extraction position to the loading position and enter the next extraction cycle. This can make the entire extraction cycle more compact and improve the efficiency of the extraction cycle.

[0231] In one possible implementation, Figure 11 As shown, the scraper assembly 60 may further include a second motor 64 , which is drivingly connected to the transmission connecting rod 62 , and the second motor 64 is used to drive the transmission connecting rod 62 to rotate.

[0232] By providing the second motor 64 , power can be provided for the movement of the scraper rod 61 , so that the scraper rod 61 can move between the first position and the second position.

[0233] In a possible implementation, the scraper rod 61 may include a first stopper 611, and the frame 10 is provided with a second stopper 12 corresponding to the first stopper 611 (see Figure 1 The second stopper 12 is located on a side of the first stopper 611 away from the second position. The second stopper 12 is configured to abut against the first stopper 611 when the scraper rod 61 moves from the second position to the first position.

[0234] By providing the first stop portion 611 and the second stop portion 12, and abutting against the first stop portion 611 when the scraper rod 61 moves from the second position to the first position, the first stop portion 611 and the second stop portion 12 provide clear movement restrictions, preventing the scraper rod 61 from exceeding a predetermined range of movement, thereby protecting the scraper rod 61 from damage due to excessive movement.

[0235] It should be noted that the extraction process of the beverage device 100 is described by taking the scraping component 60 as an example of the start of the next extraction cycle after the extraction of the beverage residue 200 on the top of the brewing component 20 is completed. Figure 12 As shown, at this time the scraper rod 61 is located at the second position.

[0236] The next extraction process may generally include the following steps.

[0237] First, the driving assembly 30 controls the first transmission member 31 to rotate and drive the second transmission member 23 to rotate around the central axis of the first transmission member 31, so that the second transmission member 23 drives the brewing assembly 20 to move from the extraction position to the loading position. When the brewing assembly 20 moves to a position between the extraction position and the loading position, the first limit slider 262 abuts against the frame 10. As the brewing assembly 20 continues to move toward the loading position, the frame 10 pushes the first limit slider 262 to move in the second slide groove 213, so that the limit seat 26 rotates a preset angle along the direction from the first slide groove 261 to the hovering portion 2611 (direction b in the figure), so that the lifting slide slider 271 disengages from the hovering portion 2611 and enters the first slide groove 261. The restoring force of the inner piston 224 under the second elastic member 28 can drive the lifting limit member 27 to drive the inner piston 224 to move downward along the longitudinal direction (z direction) and fall back to the initial position. When the brewing assembly 20 is located at the loading position, beverage ingredients are added into the brewing chamber of the brewer 22 .

[0238] After the brewing chamber is loaded with beverage ingredients, the drive assembly 30 drives the first transmission member 31 to rotate, driving the brewing assembly 20 from the loading position to the extraction position via the second transmission member 23. The scraper rod 61 of the scraper assembly 60 is then controlled to move from the second position to the first position. At this point, the transmission connecting rod 62 drives the injection tube 40 into the injection hole 216, where it is sealed with the injection hole 216. The brewing assembly 20 is now secured in the extraction position by the injection tube 40.

[0239] The control drive assembly 30 drives the first transmission member 31 to rotate, which in turn drives the second transmission member 23 to rotate. The rotation of the second transmission member 23 drives the brewing unit 22, which in turn moves the inner piston 224 and the lifting stopper 27 upward in the longitudinal direction. Simultaneously, the lifting slider 271 of the lifting stopper 27 moves upward in the longitudinal direction within the first chute 261. When the brewing unit 22 and the inner piston 224 reach a first height, the lifting slider 271 disengages from the first chute 261. Under the action of the first elastic member 29, the stopper 26 rotates by a predetermined angle along the direction from the hovering portion 2611 to the first chute 261, causing the lifting slider 271 to enter the hovering portion 2611 and hover the inner piston 224 at the first height. When the brewing unit 22 reaches the first height, a portion of the brewing unit 50 is located within the brewing chamber, and beverage ingredients are located between the top of the inner piston 224 and the brewing main unit, allowing extraction.

[0240] Then, liquid (e.g., hot water) is injected into the injection hole 216 through the injection tube 40 to extract the beverage. After the extraction is completed, the driving assembly 30 drives the brewing unit 22 to move downward in the longitudinal direction to the initial position through the first transmission member 31, so that the inner piston 224 pushes the extracted beverage residue 200 to the top of the brewing assembly 20. It is understandable that when the brewing unit 22 falls back to the initial position in the longitudinal direction, the top surface of the inner piston 224 can be flush with the top surface of the brewing unit 22, or slightly higher than the top surface of the brewing unit 22 (see Figure 13 shown).

[0241] The scraper rod 61 is controlled to move from the first position to the second position, thereby clearing the extracted beverage residue 200 from the top of the inner piston 224. When the scraper rod 61 moves from the first position to the second position, the injection tube 40 is separated from the injection hole 216. At this time, the brewing assembly 20 can enter the next extraction cycle.

[0242] The specific structure of the scraper assembly 60 will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0243] In one possible implementation, Figure 14 As shown, the scraper assembly 60 can include a connector 63, which is located between the transmission connecting rod 62 and the liquid injection tube 40. The transmission connecting rod 62 includes a pushing portion 621, and the connector 63 includes a pushed portion 631 that cooperates with the pushing portion 621. The pushing portion 621 and the pushed portion 631 are in driving connection. The pushing portion 621 is a raised structure, and the pushed portion 631 is a groove wall (the groove includes two groove walls), with the raised structure pushing against the groove wall.

[0244] This arrangement allows the protrusion of the pushing portion 621 to cooperate with the groove wall of the pushed portion 631 to form a reliable mechanical connection. This ensures that the transmission connecting rod 62 can effectively transmit power to the injection tube 40, achieving synchronous operation. This simple yet effective mechanical connection design reduces the need for complex components and precision manufacturing, thereby reducing manufacturing costs.

[0245] In one possible implementation, Figure 15 As shown, the connector 63 may further include a first stopper 632, and the injection tube 40 may include a second stopper 41 that cooperates with the first stopper 632. The second stopper 41 is movably connected to the first stopper 632, and the mating surface between the first stopper 632 and the second stopper 41 is an inclined surface structure 633. The inclined surface structure 633 is configured to convert the rotational displacement of the connector 63 into displacement of the injection tube 40 in the insertion and removal direction relative to the brewing assembly 20.

[0246] The design of the inclined surface structure 633 converts the rotational displacement of the connector 63 into the linear displacement of the injection tube 40 in the insertion and removal direction. This motion conversion mechanism simplifies complex motion control, allowing rotational motion to effectively drive linear motion. The inclined surface structure 633 provides a precise motion path, ensuring that the injection tube 40 maintains accurate positioning and direction during insertion or removal, thereby improving the operating accuracy of the device. The movable connection of the inclined surface structure 633 reduces direct friction, reduces wear between components, and extends the service life of the device. By utilizing a simple mechanical structure to achieve complex motion conversion, the need for additional drive components is reduced, the device design is simplified, and manufacturing and maintenance costs are reduced.

[0247] In one possible implementation, the insertion and removal direction of the liquid injection tube 40 is arranged along the radial direction of the brewing component 20. By arranging the insertion and removal direction of the liquid injection tube 40 along the radial direction of the brewing component 20, the insertion and removal path can be shortened, which helps to reduce the overall occupied space of the beverage device 100, making the structure of the beverage device 100 more compact and suitable for use in space-constrained environments. The radial insertion and removal direction can more easily achieve precise docking and sealing between the liquid injection tube 40 and the brewing component 20, prevent liquid leakage, and improve the sealing performance of the beverage device 100. The radial insertion and removal direction provides good mechanical support, making the liquid injection tube 40 more stable during operation and reducing dislocation or loosening caused by vibration or external force. Insertion and removal in the radial direction makes the transmission of force more direct and effective, reduces unnecessary mechanical loss, and improves operational efficiency.

[0248] In a possible implementation, the second limiting portion 41 may be a column structure, one end of which is fixedly connected to the injection tube 40, and the other end of which is movably connected to the first limiting portion 632. The first limiting portion 632 is a chute structure.

[0249] Such an arrangement can simplify the structure of the second limiting portion 41 and the first limiting portion 632, achieve complex motion control through a simple mechanical structure, reduce the need for additional components, simplify equipment design, and reduce manufacturing and maintenance costs.

[0250] It should be noted that the structure of the first limiting portion 632 and the second limiting portion 41 in the embodiment of the present application is not restricted, as long as the rotational displacement of the connecting member 63 can be converted into the displacement of the injection tube 40 in the plugging and unplugging direction relative to the brewing component 20.

[0251] In one possible implementation, Figure 16 and Figure 17As shown, the frame 10 is provided with a guide groove 11, which extends along the insertion and removal direction of the liquid injection tube 40. For example, when the insertion and removal direction of the liquid injection tube 40 is the radial direction of the brewing assembly 20, the guide groove 11 extends along the radial direction of the brewing assembly 20. The second limiter 41 is movably disposed in the guide groove 11, and the guide groove 11 is used to limit the movement of the second limiter 41 along the insertion and removal direction of the liquid injection tube 40.

[0252] By providing the guide groove 11, a clear movement path can be provided for the second limiting portion 41, ensuring that the second limiting portion 41 moves along the radial direction of the brewing component 20 during the insertion and removal process, thereby reducing deviation and error.

[0253] In one possible implementation, the scraper assembly 60 may further include an angle sensor (not shown in the figure), which can measure the rotation angle of the scraper rod 61 and then control the second motor 64 according to the angle of the scraper rod 61 to prevent the scraper rod 61 from excessive movement.

[0254] In one possible implementation, Figure 18 As shown, the beverage device 100 may further include a residue collection box 70. The residue collection box 70 is located on the side of the extraction position away from the loading position. A residue inlet 71 is provided at the top of the residue collection box 70. The residue scraper 61 is configured to push beverage residue 200 on the top of the brewing assembly 20 toward the residue inlet 71 of the residue collection box 70 when rotating from the first position to the second position.

[0255] By providing a residue collection box 70, the extracted residue can be collected and then centrally processed. Compared with the method of cleaning the material after each extraction, the user can save the number of operations and reduce the burden on the user. By arranging the residue collection box 70 on the side of the extraction position away from the loading position, the extracted residue can be directly pushed into the residue collection box 70 during the movement of the scraper rod 61 from the first position to the second position. This makes the structure of the beverage device 100 more compact, thereby reducing the space occupied by the beverage device 100 and facilitating the miniaturization of the beverage device 100.

[0256] In one possible implementation, the slag collecting box 70 may include a top cover 72, which can be opened and closed with respect to the slag inlet 71. For example, the top cover 72 and the slag collecting box 70 may be connected by a hinge so that the top cover 72 can be opened and closed with respect to the slag inlet 71. In the embodiment of the present application, the connection method between the top cover 72 and the slag collecting box 70 is not further limited.

[0257] The top cover 72 prevents slag from overflowing from the slag inlet 71, keeping the beverage device 100 and the surrounding environment clean. When closed, the top cover 72 effectively isolates odors from the slag box 70, improving the air quality around the device and enhancing the user experience. The design of the top cover 72 prevents foreign matter and dust from entering the slag box 70, maintaining internal cleanliness and ensuring the normal operation of the beverage device 100. The retractable top cover 72 makes cleaning or replacing the slag box 70 more convenient and simplifies the process.

[0258] In one possible implementation, Figure 19 、 Figure 20 、 Figure 21 as well as Figure 22 As shown, the beverage device 100 may further include a mounting base 80. The mounting base 80 is located at the bottom 2612 of the slag collecting box 70. The mounting base 80 may include a first assembly portion 81, and the slag collecting box 70 is detachably connected to the first assembly portion 81. The slag collecting box 70 is rotatably connected to the first assembly portion 81. When the brewing component 20 moves out of the extraction position, the slag inlet 71 is tilted toward the extraction position (see FIG. 2 ). Figure 19 The brewing assembly 20 is used to push the slag collecting box 70 to an upright state during the process of moving from the loading position to the extraction position (see Figure 21 shown).

[0259] It should be noted that the time for the brewing component 20 to enter and move out of the extraction position is very short. Therefore, when entering the extraction position, it will have a certain impact on the slag collecting box 70, and when leaving, it will cause the slag collecting box 70 to be instantly unbalanced, thereby causing a certain amount of shaking.

[0260] It should be noted that the rotatable connection between the slag collecting box 70 and the first assembly portion 81 can be a multi-directional rotatable connection. For example, the rotatable connection between the slag collecting box 70 and the first assembly portion 81 can achieve a 360° rotatable connection. For example, the slag collecting box 70 and the first assembly portion 81 can be connected by a quick-release swivel bearing, a split universal joint, a quick-release swivel joint, a snap-on flexible shaft, a detachable ball hinge, or the like.

[0261] Of course, the slag collecting box 70 and the first assembly portion 81 may also be connected in other ways. In the embodiment of the present application, the specific method of the rotational connection between the slag collecting box 70 and the mounting seat 80 is not further limited.

[0262] By rotatably connecting the slag collecting box 70 with the mounting base 80, and tilting the slag inlet 71 toward the extraction position when the brewing component 20 moves out of the extraction position, the impact force generated on the slag collecting box 70 by the brewing component 20 when entering the extraction position can cause the slag collecting box 70 to lose balance when it moves out of the extraction position, thereby causing the slag collecting box 70 to shake or vibrate to a certain extent relative to the mounting base 80. This will cause the slag in the slag collecting box 70 to be shaken evenly during the shaking or vibration of the slag collecting box 70, preventing the slag from forming a pile-like structure in the slag collecting box 70, thereby improving the space utilization of the slag collecting box 70, reducing the replacement frequency, and alleviating the burden on users.

[0263] Such an arrangement allows the residue collecting box 70 to be automatically adjusted to an upright position when the brewing assembly 20 moves from the loading position to the extraction position, ensuring that the residue collecting box 70 is in the optimal position before the extraction begins, ready to receive the residue, thereby improving operational efficiency.

[0264] For example, the beverage device 100 may include a base 13, on which the frame 10, brewing assembly 20, grounds collection box 70, and mounting base 80 are all disposed. The base 13 may be fixedly connected to the frame 10 and the mounting base 80. The base 13 may be a plate-like structure fixed to the frame 10, or a plate-like structure integrally provided with the frame 10, or a tabletop on which the beverage device 100 is mounted. In the present embodiment, the specific structure of the base 13 is not further limited.

[0265] In one possible implementation, the slag collecting box 70 is provided with a first mating portion 73 that mates with the first assembly portion 81. Two first assembly portions 81 are provided on either side of the slag collecting box 70 along a first direction, and the two first mating portions 73 correspond to the two mating portions, respectively. When the slag collecting box 70 is in an upright position, the distance L1 from the first mating portion 73 to the extraction position is greater than the distance L2 from the center of gravity (considered as the geometric center) of the slag collecting box 70 to the extraction position. This allows the slag inlet 71 to tilt toward the extraction position when the brewing assembly 20 moves out of the extraction position.

[0266] Such an arrangement allows the slag collecting box 70 to naturally tilt under the action of its own gravity, thereby simplifying the structure of the mounting base 80 .

[0267] In one possible implementation, when the brewing assembly 20 is moved out of the extraction position, the angle α at which the residue inlet 71 is tilted toward the extraction position is between 10° and 30°. For example, the tilt angle α can be 10°, 15°, 20°, 25°, 30°, etc. In the embodiment of the present application, the tilt angle of the residue inlet 71 toward the extraction position is not limited.

[0268] Such a setting can make the slag collecting box 70 at a suitable tilt angle without affecting the available space of the slag collecting box 70. It can also ensure that when the brewing component 20 moves to the extraction position, there is a certain impact between the slag collecting box 70 and the slag collecting box 70, thereby causing the slag in the slag collecting box 70 to vibrate, and then the slag in the slag collecting box 70 can be evenly distributed, thereby improving the space utilization of the slag collecting box 70.

[0269] In one possible implementation, Figure 21 and Figure 22 As shown, the brewing assembly 20 may include a push portion 214 and an extension portion 215. The push portion 214 is used to push and connect with the slag collecting box 70 during the process of the brewing assembly 20 moving from the loading position to the extraction position. When the brewing assembly 20 is in the extraction position, the extension portion 215 is located at the top of the slag collecting box 70, and at least part of the structure of the extension portion 215 is located inside the edge of the slag inlet 71. The extension portion 215 can be provided on the housing 21 or on the brewer 22. In the embodiment of the present application, the location of the extension portion 215 is not further limited.

[0270] For example, the ground pushing portion may be the outer wall of the housing 21 of the brewing assembly 20, or a protruding structure formed on the outer wall of the housing 21. In the embodiment of the present application, no further limitation is given to the ground pushing portion.

[0271] The push portion 214 can be provided to push against the slag collecting box 70, thereby preventing damage to other parts of the brewing assembly 20. The extension portion 215 can prevent a gap between the brewing assembly 20 and the slag inlet 71 of the slag collecting box 70, thereby preventing leakage of slag during the process of pushing the slag to the slag inlet 71, and reducing the workload of cleaning and maintenance.

[0272] Figure 22 This is a schematic top view of a beverage device 100 provided in an embodiment of the present application, wherein the brewing assembly 20 is located at an extraction position. Figure 22 The top cover 72 of the slag collecting box 70 is cut open, and a schematic diagram of the interior of the slag collecting box 70 can be seen.

[0273] In one possible implementation, Figure 23 As shown, the first assembly portion 81 may be a slot structure, and the first matching portion 73 may be a rod-shaped structure. This can simplify the structures of the first assembly portion 81 and the first matching portion 73 and reduce the difficulty of processing.

[0274] In one possible implementation, Figure 24 As shown, a detection assembly is provided on the mounting base 80. The detection assembly is at least used to detect whether the slag collecting box 70 is fully loaded, so as to ensure that the slag collecting box 70 is not overfilled and overflows.

[0275] By providing a detection component, the detection component can identify whether the slag collecting box 70 is fully loaded and issue a warning signal when necessary, which helps to prevent overflow or equipment damage caused by overfilling of the slag collecting box 70 and ensure the normal operation of the equipment.

[0276] In some embodiments, the detection component can also be used to detect whether the top cover 72 of the slag collecting box 70 is reset.

[0277] By monitoring whether the top cover 72 of the grounds box 70 is properly positioned in real time, the beverage device 100 is ensured to be ready before starting a new operating cycle. This can prevent the brewing process from starting when the grounds box 70 is not properly positioned, thereby avoiding possible overflow or device failure, and improving the safety and reliability of the beverage device 100.

[0278] In one possible implementation, see Figure 24 As shown, the detection assembly may include a first magnetic member 91 and a first Hall effect sensor 92. Specifically, the mounting base 80 may include a fixed portion 82 and a movable portion 83. The fixed portion 82 is fixed to the base 13. The movable portion 83 is movably connected to the fixed portion 82 in the vertical direction, and a third elastic member 85 is provided between the movable portion 83 and the fixed portion 82. The first magnetic member 91 is fixed to the movable portion 83. When the slag collecting box 70 is installed on the mounting base 80, the first matching portion 73 is mounted on the movable portion 83, and the first matching portion 73 is movably connected to the first assembly portion 81 in the vertical direction. The first Hall effect sensor 92 is provided on the fixed portion 82. The first Hall effect sensor 92 is used to detect whether the slag collecting box 70 is fully loaded based on the position of the first magnetic member 91.

[0279] With this arrangement, the position change of the first magnetic part 91 can be accurately detected by the first Hall effect sensor 92, thereby determining the status of the slag box 70 (such as whether it is fully loaded). This non-contact detection method improves the accuracy and reliability of the detection. By monitoring the status of the slag box 70 in real time through the sensor, the device can automatically prompt the user to clean or replace it, reducing the frequency of manual inspections and improving the degree of automation of the equipment. The third elastic part 85 allows the moving part 83 to make a slight displacement when the slag box 70 is loaded, thereby ensuring that the sensor is triggered only when the slag box 70 is truly fully loaded, reducing the possibility of false alarms. The combination of magnetic parts and sensors to achieve status detection reduces the need for complex mechanical components and simplifies equipment design and manufacturing.

[0280] In one possible implementation, Figure 25As shown, the first assembly portion 81 may include an inclined groove and a vertical groove that are interconnected, with the inclined groove located at the top of the vertical groove. When the slag collecting box 70 is installed on the mounting base 80, part of the first assembly portion 81 extends from the inclined groove into the vertical groove. When the first mating portion 73 is mounted on the movable portion 83, the first mating portion 73 and the vertical groove are movably connected in the vertical direction.

[0281] The inclined slots facilitate connection between the slag box 70 and the mounting base 80, reducing alignment and positioning difficulties and making installation easier and faster. The vertical slots provide vertical movement space for the first mating portion 73, enabling the first Hall effect sensor 92 to detect whether the slag box 70 is fully loaded based on the position of the first magnetic member 91. Furthermore, the vertical slots provide support for the first mating portion 73, preventing the slag box 70 from shaking or falling off during use.

[0282] In one possible implementation, Figure 26 As shown, the detection assembly may include a second magnetic member 93 and a second Hall effect sensor (not shown). The second magnetic member 93 may be disposed on the top cover 72, and the second Hall effect sensor may be disposed on the side wall of the slag collecting box 70 (specifically, at a position where the slag collecting box 70 is stationary relative to the top cover 72). The second Hall effect sensor is used to detect whether the top cover 72 is reset or whether the slag collecting box 70 is fully loaded based on the position of the second magnetic member 93.

[0283] By providing a second magnetic member 93 and a second Hall effect sensor, the correct position of the top cover 72 can be monitored in real time, ensuring that the beverage device 100 is ready before commencing a new operating cycle. This prevents the brewing process from starting when the top cover 72 cannot be reset due to a full slag box 70, thus avoiding potential spillage or device failure and improving the safety and reliability of the beverage device. By detecting the position of the second magnetic member 93, the second Hall effect sensor can confirm that the top cover 72 is correctly reset, ensuring that the slag box 70 is not full.

[0284] It should be noted that when the internal space of the slag collecting box 70 is no longer able to accommodate the beverage slag 200, that is, when the slag collecting box 70 is fully loaded, the top cover 72 can no longer be fully opened. Figure 26 As shown in FIG, when the residue collecting box 70 is fully loaded, if beverage residues 200 are further added to the residue collecting box 70, the beverage residues 200 on the top cover 72 of the residue collecting box 70 cannot be opened, and the top cover 72 slides into the residue collecting box 70. Because the beverage residues 200 inside the residue collecting box 70 press against the top cover 72, the top cover 72 cannot be opened to a position that allows the beverage residues 200 to slide in.

[0285] Therefore, whether the residue collecting box 70 is fully loaded can be determined by detecting whether the top cover 72 is reset. For example, if the top cover 72 is not reset, it can be determined that the residue collecting box 70 is fully loaded and the residue collecting box 70 can be cleaned. If the top cover 72 can be reset, it can be determined that the residue collecting box 70 is not fully loaded and the beverage residue 200 can be cleaned out of the residue collecting box 70.

[0286] It should be noted that, in some embodiments, the detection component can be configured to include only the first magnetic member 91 and the first Hall effect sensor 92 , and the first magnetic member 91 and the first Hall effect sensor 92 are used to detect whether the slag collecting box 70 is fully loaded.

[0287] In some other embodiments, the detection component can be configured to include a first magnetic member 91 and a first Hall effect sensor 92, and also include a second magnetic member 93 and a second Hall effect sensor structure, and the working status of the slag collecting box 70 is determined by two detection structures to improve safety.

[0288] Of course, in some other embodiments, the detection component can also be set to a structure including a second magnetic member 93 and a second Hall sensor, and the second magnetic member 93 and the second Hall sensor are used to detect the resetting of the top cover 72 and whether the slag box 70 is fully loaded.

[0289] Therefore, in the embodiment of the present application, the specific structure of the detection component is not further limited. In one possible implementation, Figure 27 As shown, the mounting base 80 may include a blocking portion 84. The blocking portion 84 is located on a side of the slag collecting box 70 facing away from the extraction position and is spaced apart from the slag collecting box 70. In the direction from the slag collecting box 70 to the extraction position, at least a portion of the blocking portion 84 is disposed opposite a portion of the slag collecting box 70.

[0290] The blocking portion 84 provides a physical limit on the side of the slag box 70 facing away from the extraction position, preventing the slag box 70 from shaking due to the push of the brewing assembly 20 and from tipping over to the side of the slag box 70 facing away from the brewing assembly 20. This improves the safety of the beverage device 100. The blocking portion 84 prevents the slag box 70 from colliding with other device components, reducing wear and potential damage to the device and extending the service life of the beverage device 100.

[0291] In one possible implementation, a surface of the blocking portion 84 facing the slag collecting box 70 includes an inclined surface 841. From the bottom 2612 to the top of the blocking portion 84, the distance from the inclined surface 841 to the slag collecting box 70 gradually increases, and the top of the inclined surface 841 is an arc-shaped surface 842.

[0292] The design of the arcuate surface 842 provides a buffer area when the slag collecting box 70 contacts the blocking portion 84 , reducing direct impact force, thereby reducing wear and damage to the slag collecting box 70 and the blocking portion 84 .

[0293] In a possible implementation, the beverage device 100 may further include an alarm module (not shown in the figure). The detection component is connected to the alarm module, and the alarm module is used to issue an alarm message when the slag collecting box 70 is full.

[0294] When the slag box 70 is full, the alarm module can immediately issue an alarm message to remind the user to clean the slag box 70 in time. This ensures that the beverage device 100 can continue to operate efficiently and does not cause failure or overflow due to the slag box 70 being overfilled. Through automatic alarms, users can respond quickly and take necessary cleaning measures, reducing downtime caused by a full slag box 70 and improving the overall operating efficiency of the beverage device 100. Timely alarm information can effectively prevent the slag from overflowing due to an overfilled slag box 70, keep the beverage device 100 and the working environment clean, and reduce the risk of contamination. The alarm module can prevent equipment failure or other safety hazards caused by an overfilled slag box 70, thereby improving the safety and reliability of the equipment.

[0295] The embodiment of the present application also provides a control method for a beverage device 100, which is used for a controller of the beverage device 100. The beverage device 100 includes a frame 10, a drive assembly 30, a brewing assembly 20, a scraping assembly 60, and an injection tube 40. The frame 10 includes a loading position and an extraction position. The drive assembly 30 is used to drive the brewing assembly 20 to move between the loading position and the extraction position. The brewing assembly 20 includes a brewer 22, which is used to receive beverage ingredients at the loading position and to extract the beverage at the extraction position. The injection tube 40 is used to inject liquid into the brewing assembly 20 during beverage extraction. The scraping assembly 60 is used to push the extracted residue from the top of the brewing assembly 20 to the outside of the brewing assembly 20 after the extraction is completed.

[0296] like Figure 28 As shown, the control method of the beverage equipment may include the following steps.

[0297] S101, controlling the driving component to drive the brewing component to move from the loading position to the extraction position.

[0298] S102, controlling the liquid injection tube to be fixedly connected to the brewing component located at the extraction position.

[0299] S103, controlling the driving assembly to drive the brewer to move upward in the longitudinal direction to a first height, and completing beverage extraction at the first height.

[0300] S104, controlling the driving assembly to drive the brewer to move downward along the longitudinal direction into the brewing assembly.

[0301] S105, controlling the scraping assembly to rotate, and pushing the extracted residue from the top of the brewing assembly to the outside of the brewing assembly, while driving the injection tube to separate from the brewing assembly.

[0302] The control method provided in the embodiment of the present application realizes a fully automated process from powder collection to extraction and cleaning by controlling the actions of the drive component 30 and the injection tube 40, thereby reducing manual intervention and improving operational efficiency. By controlling the rotation of the scraping component 60, the extracted residue is pushed out from the top of the brewing component 20, achieving rapid cleaning and reducing the downtime of the beverage device 100. While scraping the residue, the injection tube 40 is driven to separate from the brewing component 20, so that the brewing component 20 can perform the next extraction cycle. For example, after the injection tube 40 is separated from the brewing component 20, the brewing component 20 can be controlled to move from the extraction position to the loading position. After receiving the material, the drive component 30 can be controlled to drive the brewing component 20 from the loading position to the extraction position, so that the brewing component 20 can perform the next extraction action.

[0303] In one possible implementation, an inner piston 224 is disposed within the extraction chamber 221. The inner piston 224 is sealedly connected to the inner wall of the extraction chamber 221 and is movably connected to the extraction chamber 221 in the longitudinal direction (z-direction). The top of the inner piston 224 is used to support the beverage ingredients to be extracted. When the brewer 22 moves upward in the longitudinal direction (z-direction), it drives the inner piston 224 to move upward in the longitudinal direction (z-direction).

[0304] Step S104 may specifically include: controlling the driving assembly to drive the brewer to move downwardly along the longitudinal direction (z direction) relative to the inner piston into the brewing assembly.

[0305] The driving assembly 30 is controlled to drive the brewer 22 to move downwardly along the longitudinal direction (z direction) relative to the inner piston 224 into the brewing assembly 20. Since the beverage ingredients are located at the top of the inner piston 224, the inner piston 224 can be kept suspended at the first height when the brewer 22 is moved downwardly relative to the inner piston 224. During the downward movement of the brewer 22, the inner piston 224 is exposed from the top of the brewer 22. In other words, the extracted residue on the top of the inner piston 224 can be pushed out of the brewer 22. In this way, when the scraper assembly 60 cleans the extracted residue, the accumulation of residue can be reduced, the cleaning effect can be improved, and the taste of multiple extractions can be guaranteed to be consistent.

[0306] In a possible implementation, step S105 may further include the following steps.

[0307] The driving component is controlled to drive the brewing component to move from the extraction position to the loading position.

[0308] The inner piston is controlled to move downward in the longitudinal direction and return to the bottom of the brewing device.

[0309] With this arrangement, after the extracted residue on the top of the inner piston 224 is cleaned, the inner piston 224 can be automatically lowered by controlling the movement of the brewing assembly 20, ready for the next loading and extraction. This can simplify the operation process, shorten the time of an extraction cycle, and thus improve the extraction efficiency.

[0310] The various embodiments or implementation methods in this specification are described in a progressive manner. Each embodiment focuses on the differences from other embodiments, and the same or similar parts between the various embodiments can be referenced to each other.

[0311] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", etc., indicating the orientation or position relationship, are based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on this application.

[0312] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "including" and "having" and any variations thereof used herein are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusions. For example, a process, method, system, product or apparatus that includes a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units that are not explicitly listed or are inherent to these processes, methods, products or apparatuses.

[0313] Unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "mounted," "connected," "connected," "fixed," etc. should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, removable connections, or integration. They can be directly connected or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium. They can also refer to internal connections between two elements or interactions between two elements. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances. In addition, the terms "first," "second," etc. are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be understood to indicate or imply relative importance or implicitly specify the quantity of the technical features indicated.

[0314] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present application, rather than to limit them. Although the present application has been described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions described in the aforementioned embodiments, or make equivalent replacements for some or all of the technical features therein. These modifications or replacements do not deviate the essence of the corresponding technical solutions from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application.

Claims

1. A beverage device, characterized in that: include: The frame, including the loading and extraction positions; A driving assembly is arranged on the frame, and the driving assembly includes a first transmission member that is rotatably arranged; The brewing assembly is movably connected to the frame, and a part of the structure of the brewing assembly is in transmission connection with the first transmission member, and the first transmission member rotates to drive the brewing assembly to move between the loading position and the extraction position. The brewing assembly is used to receive beverage ingredients at the loading position and extract beverages at the extraction position; wherein, The driving assembly is used to drive the brewing assembly to vibrate when the brewing assembly moves from the loading position to the extraction position.

2. The beverage device according to claim 1, characterized in that The drive assembly includes a first motor; wherein, The first motor is drivably connected to the first transmission member, and the first motor is used to drive the first transmission member to rotate. The rotation of the first transmission member drives the brewing assembly to rotate around the central axis of the first transmission member, so that the brewing assembly moves between the loading position and the extraction position; During the process of the brewing component moving from the loading position to the extraction position, the first motor performs a first action to drive the first transmission member to perform a second action, so as to drive the brewing component to vibrate; The first motion and the second motion both include alternating forward rotation and reverse rotation.

3. The beverage device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: Including a liquid injection tube; wherein, The liquid injection pipe is movably connected to the frame; The brewing component includes a liquid injection hole connected to the liquid injection tube; The liquid injection tube is used for partially entering the liquid injection hole and being sealed with the liquid injection hole when the brewing assembly is located at the extraction position; When the liquid injection tube is sealed and connected to the liquid injection hole, the brewing component is fixed at the extraction position to limit the movement of the brewing component in the horizontal direction.

4. The beverage device according to claim 3, characterized in that The brewing assembly includes a housing, a brewer and a second transmission member; The shell is arranged around the outside of the brewer, and the brewer and the shell are movably arranged in the longitudinal direction; A third transmission member is provided on the outside of the brewing device, and the second transmission member is sleeved on the outside of the brewing device and is in transmission connection with the third transmission member; The second transmission member is in transmission connection with the first transmission member; wherein, When the liquid injection tube is separated from the liquid injection hole, the first transmission member rotates to drive the second transmission member to rotate, and the rotation of the second transmission member drives the housing and the brewing device to rotate around the central axis of the first transmission member; When the liquid injection tube is sealed and connected to the liquid injection hole, the first transmission member rotates to drive the second transmission member to rotate, and the second transmission member rotates to drive the third transmission member to drive the brewer to move up and down along the longitudinal direction relative to the shell.

5. The beverage device according to claim 4, characterized in that The first transmission member and the second transmission member are both gear structures; The second transmission member and the third transmission member are connected via a threaded transmission; The third transmission member includes a first sliding portion, and a second sliding portion is provided on a side of the housing facing the third transmission member; The first sliding portion and the second sliding portion are movably connected in the longitudinal direction, and the first sliding portion and the second sliding portion are clamped and connected in the circumferential direction of the brewer.

6. The beverage device according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that The brewing device comprises an extraction chamber, and the top of the extraction chamber is provided with an opening; An inner piston is provided in the extraction chamber, the inner piston is sealedly connected to the inner wall of the extraction chamber, and the inner piston is movably connected to the extraction chamber in the longitudinal direction, and the top of the inner piston is used to carry the beverage material to be extracted; When the brewer moves upward in the longitudinal direction, it drives the inner piston to move upward synchronously.

7. The beverage device according to claim 6, characterized in that The brewing assembly also includes a limit seat and a lifting limit member; wherein, The limiting seat is arranged between the housing and the inner piston, the limiting seat is movably connected to the housing in the circumferential direction of the brewer, and the lifting limiting member is fixedly connected to the inner piston; The lifting limiter is movably connected to the limit seat, and the limit seat is used to abut against the lifting limiter in the longitudinal direction when the brewer drives the inner piston and the lifting limiter to rise to a first height along the longitudinal direction, so that the inner piston is suspended at the first height; The brewer is used to complete beverage extraction at the first height.

8. The beverage device according to claim 7, characterized in that A reset assembly is provided between the limit seat and the housing; wherein, The reset assembly is used to drive the limit seat and the lifting limit member to disengage the abutting connection in the longitudinal direction during the movement of the brewing assembly from the extraction position to the loading position, so that the inner piston moves downward along the longitudinal direction and returns to the bottom of the brewer.

9. The beverage device according to claim 3, characterized in that Also includes a scraping assembly; wherein, The scraping assembly includes a scraping rod and a transmission connecting rod; The scraping rod is located at the top of the brewing component, and is used to push the extracted residue on the top of the brewing component to the outside of the brewing component when rotating; One end of the transmission connecting rod is fixedly connected to the scraper rod, and the other end is drivingly connected to the injection pipe; The rotation of the transmission connecting rod drives the scraping rod to rotate, and drives the liquid injection tube to be inserted into or pulled out of the brewing component, so that the liquid injection tube is sealedly connected to or separated from the liquid injection hole.

10. The beverage device according to claim 9, characterized in that The scraper rod includes a first position and a second position, and the scraper rod is used to push the extracted residue on the top of the brewing component to the outside of the brewing component during the process of rotating from the first position to the second position; wherein, When the scraping rod is located at the first position, the scraping rod is located on the side of the brewing component close to the loading position, and a portion of the structure of the liquid injection tube is located in the liquid injection hole and is sealed with the liquid injection hole; When the scraping rod is located at the second position, the scraping rod is located at a side of the brewing component away from the loading position, and the liquid injection tube is separated from the liquid injection hole.

11. The beverage device according to claim 10, characterized in that Also includes a slag collection box; wherein, The slag collecting box is located on a side of the extraction position away from the loading position; A slag inlet is provided on the top of the slag collecting box, and the slag scraping rod is used to push the slag on the top of the brewing component to the slag inlet of the slag collecting box when rotating from the first position to the second position.

12. The beverage device according to claim 11, characterized in that Also included is a mounting base; wherein, The mounting seat is located at the bottom of the slag collecting box; The mounting seat includes a first assembly portion, the slag collecting box is detachably connected to the first assembly portion, and the slag collecting box is rotatably connected to the first assembly portion; When the brewing component moves out of the extraction position, the residue inlet is inclined toward the extraction position; The brewing component is used to push the slag collecting box to an upright state during the process of moving from the loading position to the extraction position.

13. The beverage device according to claim 12, characterized in that The mounting base is provided with a detection component and an alarm module; wherein, The detection component is at least used to detect whether the slag collecting box is fully loaded; The detection component is connected to the alarm module, and the alarm module is used to issue an alarm message when the slag collecting box is fully loaded.

14. A method for controlling a beverage device, characterized in that: A controller for the beverage device, wherein the beverage device includes a frame, a drive assembly, a brewing assembly, a scraping assembly, and a liquid injection pipe; The frame includes a loading position and an extraction position; The driving assembly is used to drive the brewing assembly to move between the loading position and the extraction position, and the brewing assembly includes a brewer, which is used to receive beverage ingredients at the loading position and extract the beverage at the extraction position; The injection tube is used to inject liquid into the brewing component when the beverage is extracted; The scraping component is used to push the extracted residue from the top of the brewing component to the outside of the brewing component after the extraction is completed; The method comprises: Controlling the driving assembly to drive the brewing assembly to move from the loading position to the extraction position; Controlling the sealing connection between the liquid injection tube and the brewing component located at the extraction position; Controlling the driving assembly to drive the brewer to move upward in the longitudinal direction to a first height, and completing beverage extraction at the first height; Controlling the driving assembly to drive the brewer to move downwardly along the longitudinal direction into the brewing assembly; The scraping assembly is controlled to rotate, and the extracted residue is pushed from the top of the brewing assembly to the outside of the brewing assembly, and at the same time, the liquid injection tube is driven to separate from the brewing assembly.

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