Control method of cooking device, storage medium and cooking device

Abstract

The invention discloses a control method of a cooking device, a storage medium and the cooking device.The cooking device comprises a machine body, a multifunctional cooking cavity, a heating piece, a steaming box, a steam generator and a temperature sensing device.The control method comprises the steps that the heating piece is controlled to heat the multifunctional cooking cavity, and when the multifunctional cooking cavity reaches the first temperature, the steaming box is heated; obtaining the temperature of a steaming box, wherein the first temperature is in a first cooking temperature interval corresponding to the first food material; according to the numerical relationship between the temperature of the steaming box and a second temperature and the duration needed by cooking of the first food material and the second food material, the target cooking duration is calculated, and the second temperature is in a second cooking temperature interval corresponding to the second food material; and cooking the first food material and the second food material according to the target cooking duration, so that the first food material and the second food material are cooked at the same time. According to the invention, cooking in different cooking modes can be carried out in one cooking cavity at the same time.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application belongs to the field of cooking apparatus, specifically relating to a control method, storage medium, and cooking apparatus for a cooking apparatus. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of technology, cooking appliances have entered thousands of households. Cooking appliances are very convenient to use. However, when cooking appliances are working, they cannot cook different cooking methods at the same time in one cooking chamber. Even if different cooking methods are used, they cannot be cooked at the same time. Users need to check and operate multiple times, which greatly reduces the user experience.

[0003] Therefore, how to cook different cooking methods simultaneously in one cooking chamber and complete the cooking at the same time is a problem that urgently needs to be solved. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this application is to simultaneously perform cooking using different cooking methods within a single cooking chamber, and to complete the cooking process at the same time.

[0005] Other features and advantages of this application will become apparent from the following detailed description, or may be learned in part from practice of this application.

[0006] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, a control method for a cooking device is provided. The cooking device includes: a body for forming the outer shell of the cooking device; a multi-functional cooking cavity disposed within the body for cooking a first ingredient; a heating element disposed within the body for heating the multi-functional cooking cavity; a steaming box disposed within the multi-functional cooking cavity for cooking a second ingredient by steam; a steam generator disposed within the body for generating steam and delivering it to the steaming box; and a temperature sensor disposed within the body for acquiring the temperatures in the multi-functional cooking cavity and the steaming box.

[0007] The control method includes: controlling the heating element to heat the multifunctional cooking cavity; when the multifunctional cooking cavity reaches a first temperature, acquiring the temperature of the steaming box, wherein the first temperature is within a first cooking temperature range corresponding to the first ingredient; calculating a target cooking time based on the numerical relationship between the temperature of the steaming box and the second temperature, and the cooking time required for the first ingredient and the second ingredient, wherein the second temperature is within a second cooking temperature range corresponding to the second ingredient; and cooking the first ingredient and the second ingredient according to the target cooking time, so that the first ingredient and the second ingredient are cooked simultaneously.

[0008] In this embodiment, a steaming box is installed in the multi-functional cooking cavity, achieving the function of steaming without affecting the "baking" or other cooking methods within the multi-functional cooking cavity. This allows different cooking methods to be performed within the same multi-functional cooking cavity, eliminating the need to use different cooking cavities for different cooking methods, greatly improving the user experience. Furthermore, based on the required cooking time and temperature for the first and second ingredients in their respective methods, the combined cooking time for the first and second ingredients, i.e., the target cooking time, is calculated. Then, the first and second ingredients are cooked simultaneously according to the target cooking time, enabling the multi-functional cooking cavity to complete the cooking of both ingredients concurrently. This significantly improves the intelligence of the cooking device, frees up the user's hands, and enhances the user experience.

[0009] On the other hand, the embodiments of this application can also influence the temperature of the steaming box by raising and lowering the temperature of the multifunctional cooking cavity, which can better utilize energy and improve energy efficiency.

[0010] In one embodiment of this application, calculating the target cooking time based on the numerical relationship between the temperature of the steamer and the second temperature, and the cooking time required for the first and second ingredients, includes: if the temperature of the steamer is lower than the second temperature, generating the target cooking time by multiplying the sum of cooking times by a low-temperature coefficient, wherein the sum of cooking times is the sum of the cooking times required for the first and second ingredients; if the temperature of the steamer is greater than or equal to the second temperature and less than or equal to the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, using the cooking time required for the first ingredient as the target cooking time; if the temperature of the steamer is greater than the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, generating the target cooking time by multiplying the sum of cooking times by a high-temperature coefficient.

[0011] In this embodiment, the target cooking time is calculated using different methods depending on the temperature of the steaming box, making the calculation of the target cooking time more reasonable and better considering the cooking effects of both the first and second ingredients. This embodiment can also influence the temperature of the steaming box through the heating and cooling of the multi-functional cooking cavity, which can better utilize energy and improve energy efficiency.

[0012] In one embodiment of this application, the low-temperature coefficient includes a first low-temperature coefficient, and cooking the first and second ingredients according to the target cooking time includes: if the temperature of the steamer is less than the second temperature and greater than or equal to the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, and the second temperature is greater than the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, cooking the first and second ingredients according to the target cooking time; wherein, the target cooking time is the product of the sum of the times and the first low-temperature coefficient.

[0013] In this embodiment of the application, when the temperature of the steaming box is lower than the second temperature and greater than or equal to the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, it indicates that the temperature of the steaming box is at a low temperature. The first low temperature coefficient is the largest coefficient among all low temperature coefficients. The product of the duration and the first low temperature coefficient is used as the target cooking time, which ensures that the target cooking time is relatively long and guarantees the cooking effect of the first and second ingredients.

[0014] In one embodiment of this application, the low-temperature coefficient includes a second low-temperature coefficient, which is less than or equal to a first low-temperature coefficient; the cooking of the first and second ingredients according to the target cooking time further includes: if the temperature of the steamer is less than the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, then controlling the heating element to increase its operating power, and maintaining the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity within the first cooking temperature range; if the temperature of the steamer is affected by the heating of the multi-functional cooking cavity and changes to be less than the second temperature but greater than or equal to the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, and the second temperature is greater than the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, then cooking the first and second ingredients according to the target cooking time; wherein, the target cooking time is the product of the sum of the cooking times and the second low-temperature coefficient.

[0015] In this embodiment, if the temperature of the steamer is lower than the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, the heating element is controlled to increase its operating power, causing the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity to rise within the first cooking temperature range. If the temperature of the steamer is affected by the heating of the multi-functional cooking cavity and changes to be lower than the second temperature but greater than or equal to the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, it ensures that both the first and second ingredients are within their corresponding temperature ranges, achieving the difference in ambient temperature between different cooking methods and ensuring better cooking results. At this time, the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity will be higher than its initial temperature, so the product of the second low-temperature coefficient (which is less than or equal to the first low-temperature coefficient) and the sum of the cooking time is used as the target cooking time. Using a shorter cooking time compared to the previous embodiment as the target cooking time further ensures the rationality of the target cooking time, making the cooking results of the first and second ingredients more reasonable. This embodiment can also influence the temperature of the steamer by heating and cooling the multi-functional cooking cavity, which can better utilize energy and improve energy efficiency.

[0016] In one embodiment of this application, the low-temperature coefficient includes a third low-temperature coefficient, which is less than or equal to a second low-temperature coefficient. The method further includes: when the temperature of the multifunctional cooking cavity rises to the maximum value of the first cooking temperature range, if the temperature of the steam box is still less than the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, increasing the operating power of the steam generator so that the temperature of the steam box is less than the second temperature and greater than or equal to the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range; when the temperature of the steam box rises to less than the second temperature and greater than or equal to the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, cooking the first and second ingredients according to the target cooking time; wherein, the target cooking time is the product of the sum of the cooking times and the third low-temperature coefficient.

[0017] If the temperature of the steaming box is lower than the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, the heating element is controlled to increase its operating power. After the temperature of the multi-functional cooking chamber rises to the first cooking temperature range, if the temperature of the steaming box is still lower than the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, the operating power of the steam generator is increased until the temperature of the steaming box is lower than the second temperature range but greater than or equal to the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range. By controlling the temperature of the multi-functional cooking chamber within a reasonable range, the heat generated by the multi-functional cooking chamber is used to heat the steaming box. When heating is impossible, the steam generator is used to heat the steaming box, ensuring that both the first and second ingredients are within their corresponding temperature ranges. This achieves the difference in ambient temperature between different cooking methods, ensuring better cooking results. While ensuring that the first and second ingredients are within their corresponding temperature ranges, since the temperature of the multi-functional cooking chamber has already reached its peak and the steaming box is heated independently, the cooking temperature of the cooking device is at a very high level. Therefore, the product of the third low-temperature coefficient (less than or equal to the second low-temperature coefficient) and the time sum is used as the target cooking time, making the target cooking time shorter than the previous one, avoiding adverse cooking effects on the first ingredient from prolonged cooking.

[0018] In one embodiment of this application, the high-temperature coefficient includes a first high-temperature coefficient, and cooking the first and second ingredients according to the target cooking time includes: if the temperature of the steamer is greater than the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, then controlling the heating element to reduce its operating power, thereby lowering the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity, and maintaining the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity within the first cooking temperature range; if the temperature of the steamer is affected by the cooling of the multi-functional cooking cavity and changes to be greater than or equal to the second temperature and less than or equal to the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, then cooking the first and second ingredients according to the target cooking time; wherein, the target cooking time is the product of the sum of the cooking times and the first high-temperature coefficient.

[0019] In this embodiment, when the temperature of the steaming box exceeds the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, the heating element is controlled to reduce its operating power, causing the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity to decrease within the first cooking temperature range. This, in turn, affects the temperature of the steaming box. If the temperature of the steaming box drops to a value greater than or equal to the second temperature but less than or equal to the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, it indicates that the temperature of the steaming box is reasonable, ensuring that both the first and second ingredients are within their corresponding temperature ranges. This achieves the difference in ambient temperature between different cooking methods, ensuring a better cooking effect. However, since the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity has decreased relative to its initial temperature before adjustment, the product of the first high-temperature coefficient (the maximum value among the high-temperature coefficients) and the sum of the cooking time is used as the target cooking time. Ensuring the reasonableness of the target cooking time further guarantees the cooking effect on both the first and second ingredients.

[0020] In one embodiment of this application, the high temperature coefficient includes a second high temperature coefficient, which is less than or equal to the first high temperature coefficient; the method further includes: when the temperature of the multifunctional cooking cavity drops to the minimum value of the first cooking temperature range, if the temperature of the steam box is still greater than the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, reducing the power of the steam generator so that the temperature of the steam box is greater than or equal to the second temperature and less than or equal to the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range; when the temperature of the steam box drops to greater than or equal to the second temperature and less than or equal to the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, cooking the first ingredient and the second ingredient according to the target cooking time; wherein, the target cooking time is the product of the sum of the cooking times and the second high temperature coefficient.

[0021] In this embodiment, when the temperature of the steamer box exceeds the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, the heating element is controlled to reduce its operating power, causing the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity to decrease within the first cooking temperature range, thereby affecting the temperature of the steamer box. If the temperature of the steamer box is still greater than the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range when the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity reaches the minimum value of the first cooking temperature range, it indicates that the temperature of the steamer box cannot be controlled within the second cooking temperature range by the temperature influence of the multi-functional cooking cavity. The power of the steam generator is reduced until the temperature of the steamer box is greater than or equal to the second temperature and less than or equal to the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range. This ensures that both the first and second ingredients are within their corresponding temperature ranges, achieving the difference in ambient temperature between different cooking methods and ensuring better cooking results. Compared to the embodiment using the first high temperature coefficient, this situation results in a greater temperature drop than the initial temperature. Therefore, the product of the second high temperature coefficient (less than or equal to the first high temperature coefficient) and the sum of the cooking time is used as the target cooking time to ensure the rationality of the target cooking time and further guarantee the cooking effect on the first and second ingredients. This embodiment can also influence the temperature of the steamer box by adjusting the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity, which can better utilize energy and improve energy efficiency.

[0022] In one embodiment of this application, the cooking device includes a circulation component disposed within the body for accelerating the circulation of air in the multi-functional cooking cavity. The method further includes adjusting the operating power of at least one of the circulation component, the steam generator, and the heating element to adjust the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity and / or the temperature of the steam box.

[0023] In this embodiment, the cooking device also includes a circulation component to accelerate air circulation within the multi-functional cooking cavity. During internal circulation, increasing the operating power of the circulation component increases energy exchange efficiency, resulting in higher steam density in the steamer and improved cooking performance. Conversely, decreasing the operating power of the circulation component reduces energy exchange efficiency, leading to lower steam density in the steamer and preventing overcooking of the second ingredient when the cooking temperature is relatively high. Furthermore, during external circulation, the circulation component can lower the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity. By adjusting the operating power of at least one of the circulation component, steam generator, and heating element, the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity and the steamer can be adjusted, ensuring that both the first and second ingredients are within their respective temperature ranges. This achieves temperature differences between different cooking methods, ensuring optimal cooking results.

[0024] According to a second aspect of the embodiments of this application, a cooking apparatus is provided, the apparatus comprising: a body for forming the outer shell of the cooking apparatus; a multi-functional cooking cavity disposed within the body for cooking a first ingredient; a heating element disposed within the body for heating the multi-functional cooking cavity; a steaming box disposed within the multi-functional cooking cavity for cooking a second ingredient by steam; a steam generator disposed within the body for generating steam and delivering it to the steaming box; a temperature sensing element disposed within the body for acquiring the temperatures in the multi-functional cooking cavity and the steaming box; and a controller configured as follows: an acquisition unit for controlling the heating element to heat the multi-functional cooking cavity, and acquiring the temperature of the steaming box when the multi-functional cooking cavity reaches a first temperature, wherein the first temperature is within a first cooking temperature range corresponding to the first ingredient; a calculation unit for calculating a target cooking time based on the numerical relationship between the temperature of the steaming box and a second temperature, and the cooking time required for the first ingredient and the second ingredient, wherein the second temperature is within a second cooking temperature range corresponding to the second ingredient; and an execution unit for cooking the first ingredient and the second ingredient according to the target cooking time, such that the first ingredient and the second ingredient are cooked simultaneously.

[0025] According to a third aspect of the embodiments of this application, a storage medium is provided that stores computer-readable instructions thereon, which, when executed by a computer's processor, cause the computer to perform the methods provided in the various optional implementations described above.

[0026] The technical effects of the second and third aspects of this application can be referred to the technical effects of the first or second aspects, and will not be repeated here.

[0027] Other features and advantages of this application will become apparent from the following detailed description, or may be learned in part from practice of this application.

[0028] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are merely exemplary and do not limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0029] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this application. It is obvious that the drawings described below are merely some embodiments of this application, and those skilled in the art can obtain other drawings based on these drawings without any inventive effort.

[0030] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a cooking device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 The front view.

[0032] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A structural diagram of another state.

[0033] Figure 4 yes Figure 2 Sectional view along line AA.

[0034] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A structural diagram in another state.

[0035] Figure 6 yes Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of the organism.

[0036] Figure 7 yes Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of the second drawer.

[0037] Figure 8 yes Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first drawer in the middle.

[0038] Figure 9 yes Figure 8 A schematic diagram of its decomposed structure.

[0039] Figure 10 yes Figure 8A structural diagram from another perspective.

[0040] Figure 11 yes Figure 10 A magnified structural diagram of region C in the middle.

[0041] Figure 12 yes Figure 10 A schematic diagram of its decomposed structure.

[0042] Figure 13 yes Figure 12 A magnified structural diagram of region D in the middle.

[0043] Figure 14 yes Figure 12 A partial breakdown diagram.

[0044] Figure 15 yes Figure 2 Sectional view along the BB direction.

[0045] Figure 16 yes Figure 15 A structural diagram in another state.

[0046] Figure 17 yes Figure 16 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure.

[0047] Figure 18 This is a schematic diagram of the multi-functional cooking cavity.

[0048] Figure 19 This is a schematic diagram of the steamer box.

[0049] Figure 20 A flowchart illustrating a control method for a cooking apparatus according to one embodiment of this application is shown.

[0050] Figure 21 A flowchart illustrating the calculation of a target cooking time based on a numerical relationship between the temperature of the steamer and a second temperature, and the cooking time required for the first and second ingredients, according to one embodiment of this application, is shown.

[0051] Figure 22 A schematic diagram is shown illustrating the cooking of a first ingredient and a second ingredient according to a target cooking time, based on a first embodiment of this application.

[0052] Figure 23 A schematic diagram is shown illustrating the cooking of a first ingredient and a second ingredient according to a target cooking time, according to a second embodiment of this application.

[0053] Figure 24 The diagram illustrates cooking a first ingredient and a second ingredient according to a target cooking time based on three embodiments of this application.

[0054] Figure 25 The illustration shows a schematic diagram of cooking a first ingredient and a second ingredient according to a target cooking time according to four embodiments of this application.

[0055] The reference numerals in the attached drawings are explained as follows: 1. Body; 11. Partition; 12. Heat dissipation duct; 121. Heat dissipation fan; 13. Drive motor; 131. Push rod; 20. Multifunctional cooking cavity; 21. Second guide rail; 22. Heating element; 23. Heating fan; 24. Fan cover; 241. Air intake hole; 242. Air return hole; 243. Steam outlet; 25. Fan compartment; 30. First cooking cavity; 31. First guide rail; 32. First power supply connector; 33. Second power supply connector; 34. Third power supply connector; 3 5. Mounting cavity; 36. Baffle; 361. First pair of interfaces; 362. Second pair of interfaces; 363. Third pair of interfaces; 37. Mounting plate; 4. Second drawer; 41. Air outlet; 42. Air inlet; 43. Steam inlet; 5. First drawer; 51. First electrical connector; 52. Second electrical connector; 53. Third electrical connector; 54. Electrical contact; 6. Heating plate; 61. Conductive connector; 7. Heating element; 8. Heating box; 9. Steaming box; 91. Box body; 92. Box lid; 93. Steam connection pipe. Detailed Implementation

[0056] Exemplary embodiments will now be described more fully with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, these exemplary embodiments can be implemented in many forms and should not be construed as limited to the examples set forth herein; rather, these embodiments are provided to make this application more comprehensive and complete, and to fully convey the concept of the exemplary embodiments to those skilled in the art.

[0057] Furthermore, the described features, structures, or characteristics can be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments. Numerous specific details are provided in the following description to give a thorough understanding of embodiments of this application. However, those skilled in the art will recognize that the technical solutions of this application can be practiced without one or more of the specific details, or other methods, components, apparatuses, steps, etc., can be employed. In other instances, well-known methods, apparatuses, implementations, or operations are not shown or described in detail to avoid obscuring various aspects of this application.

[0058] The block diagrams shown in the accompanying drawings are merely functional entities and do not necessarily correspond to physically independent entities. That is, these functional entities can be implemented in software, in one or more hardware modules or integrated circuits, or in different network and / or processor devices and / or microcontroller devices.

[0059] The flowcharts shown in the accompanying drawings are merely illustrative and do not necessarily include all content and operations / steps, nor do they necessarily have to be performed in the described order. For example, some operations / steps can be broken down, while others can be combined or partially combined; therefore, the actual execution order may change depending on the specific circumstances.

[0060] In this application embodiment, the terms "module" or "unit" refer to a computer program or part of a computer program that has a predetermined function and works with other related parts to achieve a predetermined goal, and can be implemented wholly or partially using software, hardware (such as processing circuitry or memory), or a combination thereof. Similarly, a processor (or multiple processors or memory) can be used to implement one or more modules or units. Furthermore, each module or unit can be part of an overall module or unit that includes the functionality of that module or unit.

[0061] It is understood that in the specific implementation of this application, customer information (such as the encryption key of the node) and other related data are involved. When the above embodiments of this application are applied to specific products or technologies, customer permission or consent is required, and the collection, use and processing of related data must comply with the relevant laws, regulations and standards of the relevant countries and regions.

[0062] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a cooking device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 yes Figure 1 The front view.

[0063] Please see Figures 1 to 2 As shown, the cooking apparatus provided in this application embodiment may include a body 1. The body 1 is constructed as the outer shell of the cooking apparatus. The body 1 may have a rectangular hollow structure. It should be noted that in other embodiments, the body 1 may also adopt an outer shell structure of other shapes. The specific shape of the body 1 can be adjusted as needed, and is not limited here.

[0064] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A structural diagram of another state. Figure 4 yes Figure 2 Sectional view along line AA. Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A structural diagram in another state. Figure 6 yes Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of the middle body 1.

[0065] Please see Figures 3 to 6 As shown, in some embodiments, a cooking cavity may be formed inside the body 1. This cooking cavity can be used for high-temperature cooking of food by means of steaming, baking, etc.

[0066] In some embodiments, the front wall of the body 1 may be provided with a loading / unloading port (not shown in the figure). This loading / unloading port can connect to the cooking cavity. Food ingredients can be placed into the cooking cavity through the loading / unloading port.

[0067] The cooking device also includes a controller, configured as follows: an acquisition unit for controlling the heating element to heat the multi-functional cooking cavity, and acquiring the temperature of the steaming box when the multi-functional cooking cavity reaches a first temperature, wherein the first temperature is within a first cooking temperature range corresponding to the first ingredient; a calculation unit for calculating a target cooking time based on the numerical relationship between the temperature of the steaming box and a second temperature, and the cooking time required for the first and second ingredients, wherein the second temperature is within a second cooking temperature range corresponding to the second ingredient; and an execution unit for cooking the first and second ingredients according to the target cooking time, so that the first and second ingredients are cooked simultaneously. The heating element includes a heating fan and a heating element.

[0068] Please see Figures 1 to 6 As shown, in some embodiments, the body 1 may have multiple cooking chambers. These multiple cooking chambers may be arranged vertically and sequentially. The number of cooking chambers can be adjusted as needed and is not limited herein.

[0069] It should be noted that in other embodiments, the multiple cooking cavities may also be separated on the left and right and arranged sequentially.

[0070] In some embodiments, multiple loading and unloading ports may be provided. The multiple loading and unloading ports may be arranged one-to-one at the front port of multiple cooking cavities.

[0071] Please see Figures 3 to 6 As shown, in some embodiments, the cooking apparatus may include an inner pot (not shown). The inner pot may be disposed within the body 1. A cooking cavity is formed within the inner pot. The front end of the inner pot has an opening. The front opening of the inner pot can communicate with a loading / unloading port, that is, the loading / unloading port can communicate with the cooking cavity inside the inner pot through the front opening of the inner pot.

[0072] In some embodiments, the body 1 may be provided with multiple inner pots. The multiple inner pots may be stacked one on top of the other. Each inner pot can form a cooking cavity, thereby forming multiple cooking cavities arranged vertically within the body 1.

[0073] It should be noted that in other embodiments, multiple inner pots may also be arranged in a left-right sequence, thereby forming multiple cooking cavities arranged in a left-right separation within the body 1.

[0074] Please see Figures 3 to 6As shown, in some embodiments, the body 1 may have a first cooking cavity 30 and a multi-functional cooking cavity 20 that are vertically adjacent. The first cooking cavity 30 may be located below the bottom of the multi-functional cooking cavity 20. That is, the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 may be located above the top of the first cooking cavity 30.

[0075] In some embodiments, a partition 11 may be provided inside the body 1. The partition 11 may be arranged laterally between the first cooking cavity 30 and the multi-functional cooking cavity 20. The first cooking cavity 30 may be formed below the bottom surface of the partition 11. The multi-functional cooking cavity 20 may be formed above the top surface of the partition 11.

[0076] In some embodiments, the first cooking cavity 30 and the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 may be formed inside the same inner pot. A partition 11 may be arranged laterally within the inner pot. The partition 11 can divide the internal space of the inner pot to form the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 and the first cooking cavity 30, which are adjacent to each other. The multi-functional cooking cavity 20 and the first cooking cavity 30 may be located on the upper and lower sides of the partition 11, respectively.

[0077] Please see Figures 1 to 6 As shown, in some embodiments, a heat dissipation duct 12 may be provided inside the body 1. One end of the heat dissipation duct 12 may be connected to the interior of the body 1, and the other end of the heat dissipation duct 12 may be connected to the external space of the body 1, thereby dissipating the heat inside the body 1 to the outside of the body 1 through the heat dissipation duct 12, thus realizing the heat dissipation function inside the body 1.

[0078] In some embodiments, the heat dissipation duct 12 may be disposed in the cavity (not shown in the figure) formed between the inner liner and the body 1. The air inlet of the heat dissipation duct 12 may be connected to the cavity. The air outlet of the heat dissipation duct 12 may be connected to the outside of the body 1. Therefore, the heat inside the cavity is discharged to the outside of the body 1 through the heat dissipation duct 12, thereby realizing the heat dissipation function inside the body 1.

[0079] Please see Figures 4 to 5 As shown, in some embodiments, the heat dissipation duct 12 can be located in the top area of ​​the assembly. The heat dissipation duct 12 can be located above the top of the cooking cavity. It should be noted that the heat dissipation duct 12 can also be located in other locations within the cooking cavity and the inner liner. The heat dissipation duct 12 can also be located in other locations within the body 1.

[0080] In some embodiments, a cooling fan 121 may be provided inside the cooling duct 12. The cooling fan 121 is used to provide airflow, which can draw air from the cavity and discharge the heat in the cavity to the outside of the body 1 through the cooling duct 12, thereby realizing the heat dissipation function inside the body 1.

[0081] In some embodiments, the air inlet of the heat dissipation duct 12 may be located on the back side of its air outlet. The heat dissipation duct 12 may extend along the front-rear direction of the body 1. The heat dissipation duct 12 dissipates heat from the cavity into the front space of the body 1.

[0082] Please see Figures 4 to 5 As shown, in some embodiments, the cooling fan 121 can be located at the air inlet end of the cooling duct 12. It should be noted that in other embodiments, the cooling fan 121 can also be located at other positions on the cooling duct 12.

[0083] In some embodiments, the cooling fan 121 may be a cross-flow fan to increase the airflow at the air inlet of the cooling duct 12, improve the efficiency of air extraction from the cavity, and thus improve the heat dissipation efficiency within the cavity. It should be noted that in other embodiments, the cooling fan 121 may also be other types of fans.

[0084] Please see Figures 1 to 6 As shown, in some embodiments, the cooking apparatus may include a first drawer 5. The first drawer 5 is slidably disposed within the first cooking cavity 30. The first drawer 5 may be located below the partition 11. Food ingredients can be placed inside the first drawer 5 and cooked at high temperature within the first cooking cavity 30. After cooking, the first drawer 5 can be easily removed for cleaning, thereby improving the cleaning efficiency of the cooking apparatus.

[0085] In some embodiments, when the first drawer 5 is fully pushed into the first cooking cavity 30, the opening at the front end of the first cooking cavity 30 is sealed, thereby improving the sealing of the first cooking cavity 30 during cooking.

[0086] In some embodiments, first guide rails 31 may be provided on the left and right side walls of the first cooking cavity 30. The left and right side walls of the first drawer 5 may be connected to a first guide rail 31 respectively. The first drawer 5 is slidably and pull-outly disposed in the first cooking cavity 30 via the first guide rails 31. The first drawer 5 may be detachably connected to the first guide rails 31, making it convenient for the first drawer 5 to be removed from the first cooking cavity 30.

[0087] Please see Figures 1 to 6 As shown, in some embodiments, the cooking apparatus may include a second drawer 4. The second drawer 4 is slidably disposed within the multi-functional cooking cavity 20. The second drawer 4 may be positioned above the partition 11. Food ingredients can be placed inside the second drawer 4 and cooked at high temperatures within the multi-functional cooking cavity 20. After cooking, the second drawer 4 can be easily removed for cleaning, thereby improving the cleaning efficiency of the cooking apparatus.

[0088] In some embodiments, when the second drawer 4 is fully pushed into the multi-functional cooking cavity 20, the opening at the front end of the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 is sealed, thereby improving the sealing of the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 during cooking.

[0089] In some embodiments, second guide rails 21 may be provided on the left and right side walls of the multi-functional cooking cavity 20. The left and right side walls of the second drawer 4 may be connected to a second guide rail 21 respectively. The second drawer 4 is slidably and pull-outly disposed in the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 via the second guide rails 21. The second drawer 4 may be detachably connected to the second guide rails 21 for easy removal from the multi-functional cooking cavity 20.

[0090] Please see Figures 4 to 6 As shown, in some embodiments, a heating mechanism may be provided on the back side of the multi-functional cooking cavity 20. The heating mechanism may be located inside the inner pot. When the heating mechanism is working, it generates heat, which is used to heat the multi-functional cooking cavity 20. The heat generated by the heating mechanism can be transferred from the back side of the second drawer 4 into the second drawer 4, causing high temperatures to be generated inside the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 and the second drawer 4, thereby realizing the high-temperature cooking function inside the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 and the second drawer 4.

[0091] In some embodiments, the heating mechanism may include a heating element 22. The heating element 22 may be located on the back side of the multi-functional cooking cavity 20. When the heating element 22 is in operation, the heating element 22 is able to generate heat. The heat from the heating element 22 can enter the interior of the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 from the back side of the multi-functional cooking cavity 20, and the heat from the heating element 22 can enter the interior of the second drawer 4 from the back side of the second drawer 4.

[0092] In some embodiments, the heating mechanism may include a heating fan 23. The heating fan 23 may be located on the back side of the multi-functional cooking cavity 20. When the heating fan 23 is in operation, it provides airflow that can transport the heat generated by the heating element 22 from the back side of the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 into the interior of the multi-functional cooking cavity 20, and can also transport the heat generated by the heating element 22 from the back side of the second drawer 4 into the interior of the second drawer 4.

[0093] Please see Figures 4 to 6 As shown, in some embodiments, a fan shroud 24 may be provided on the back side of the multi-functional cooking cavity 20. A fan chamber 25 may be formed on the back side of the fan shroud 24. The fan chamber 25 may be formed between the back side of the fan shroud 24 and the rear side wall of the inner liner. The multi-functional cooking cavity 20 may be formed on the front side of the fan shroud 24. The heating tube 22 and the heating fan 23 of the heating mechanism may be respectively disposed inside the fan chamber 25.

[0094] In some embodiments, the heating tube 22 may be annular. The heating tube 22 may be arranged around the periphery of the heating fan 23. When the heating tube 22 is working, it can generate hot air around the periphery of the heating fan 23, which can improve the heating efficiency in the cooking cavity.

[0095] Please see Figures 4 to 6 As shown, in some embodiments, the fan cover 24 may have an air intake 241 connecting the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 and the fan chamber 25. The air intake 241 and the air intake side of the heating fan 23 are arranged facing each other. When the heating fan 23 is running, the heating fan 23 can draw air from the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 through the air intake 241, and the air in the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 can enter the fan chamber 25 through the air intake 241 and be heated by the heating tube 22.

[0096] In some embodiments, multiple air intake holes 241 may be provided. These multiple air intake holes 241 may be arranged at intervals on the fan cover 24. The multiple air intake holes 241 may be arranged directly opposite the heating fan 23. It should be noted that the number of air intake holes 241 can be adjusted as needed and is not limited here.

[0097] Please see Figures 4 to 6 As shown, in some embodiments, the fan cover 24 may have a return air hole 242 connecting the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 and the fan chamber 25. The return air hole 242 may be arranged at intervals from the air intake hole 241. When air in the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 enters the fan chamber 25 through the air intake hole 241, air in the fan chamber 25 can return to the interior of the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 through the return air hole 242.

[0098] In some embodiments, multiple return air vents 242 may be provided. These multiple return air vents 242 may be arranged at intervals on the fan cover 24. The multiple return air vents 242 may be arranged circumferentially at intervals around the suction vents 241. It should be noted that the number of suction vents 241 can be adjusted as needed and is not limited here. The multiple return air vents 242 may also be arranged at other locations on the fan cover 24.

[0099] Figure 7 yes Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of the second drawer 4.

[0100] Please see Figures 3 to 7As shown, in some embodiments, the rear side wall of the second drawer 4 may be provided with an air outlet 41. The air outlet 41 may be arranged directly opposite the suction side of the heating fan 23. The heating fan 23 can draw out the air inside the second drawer 4 through the air outlet 41. When the second drawer 4 is inserted into the multi-functional cooking cavity 20, the air outlet 41 may be directly connected to the suction hole 241 on the fan cover 24. Therefore, the heating fan 23 can draw out the air inside the second drawer 4 through the suction hole 241 and the air outlet 41. The air inside the second drawer 4 can enter the fan chamber 25 through the air outlet 41 and the suction hole 241 in sequence and be heated by the heating tube 22.

[0101] In some embodiments, multiple air outlets 41 can be provided. These multiple air outlets 41 can correspond one-to-one with multiple air intake holes 241 on the fan cover 24. It should be noted that the position and number of the air outlets 41 can be adjusted according to the position and number of the air intake holes 241.

[0102] Please see Figures 3 to 7 As shown, in some embodiments, the rear side wall of the second drawer 4 may have an air inlet 42. The air inlet 42 may be arranged at intervals with the air outlet 41. The heating fan 23 can transport the heat generated by the heating tube 22 into the interior of the second drawer 4 along with the air through the air inlet 42. When the second drawer 4 is inserted into the multi-functional cooking cavity 20, the air inlet 42 can be directly connected to the air intake 241 on the fan cover 24. Therefore, when the heating fan 23 is running, the heating fan 23 can transport the air heated by the heating tube 22 in the fan chamber 25 into the interior of the second drawer 4 through the air intake 241 and the air outlet 42.

[0103] In some embodiments, multiple air inlets 42 may be provided. These multiple air inlets 42 may be arranged circumferentially around the air outlet 41. The multiple air inlets 42 may correspond one-to-one with the multiple suction holes 241 on the fan cover 24. It should be noted that the position and number of the air inlets 42 can be adjusted according to the position and number of the return air holes 242, and are not limited here. The multiple air inlets 42 may also be arranged at other locations on the rear side wall of the second drawer 4.

[0104] In some embodiments, a top cover (not shown) may be provided at the top opening of the second drawer 4. The top cover can be detachably installed over the top opening of the second drawer 4. The top cover can be pushed into the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 along with the second drawer 4, sealing the food inside the second drawer 4 and allowing oil stains generated during cooking to remain on the inner wall of the second drawer 4 and the top surface of the top cover. After cooking, the second drawer 4 and the top cover can be easily removed for cleaning, thereby improving the cleaning efficiency of the cooking device.

[0105] In some embodiments, a steam generator (not shown) may be provided inside the body 1. The steam generator may be located outside the inner liner. The steam generator can be connected to the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 through a pipe, thereby creating a high-temperature steam environment within the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 to realize the steam cooking function within the multi-functional cooking cavity 20.

[0106] In some embodiments, a steam outlet 243 may be provided on the fan cover 24. The steam outlet 243 can be connected to a steam generator via a pipe. A steam inlet 43 may be provided on the rear side wall of the second drawer 4. The steam inlet 43 can be directly connected to the steam outlet 243. Therefore, the steam generator can deliver steam into the interior of the second drawer 4 through the steam outlet 243 and the steam inlet 43, thereby realizing the steam cooking function of the food inside the second drawer 4.

[0107] Figure 8 yes Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first drawer 5. Figure 9 yes Figure 8 A schematic diagram of its decomposed structure.

[0108] Please see Figures 3 to 9 As shown, in some embodiments, the cooking apparatus may include a heating unit. The heating unit may be disposed in the first drawer 5. The heating unit may be pushed into the first cooking cavity 30 along with the first drawer 5. When the heating unit is powered on, it can be used to heat the interior of the first drawer 5 and the first cooking cavity 30. The heating unit may also be removed from the first cooking cavity 30 along with the first drawer 5.

[0109] In some embodiments, an electrical connector may protrude from the back of the first drawer 5. A power supply connector may be provided inside the body 1. The power supply connector may be located on the back side of the first cooking cavity 30. The heating unit on the first drawer 5 may be electrically connected to the electrical connector. When the first drawer 5 is pushed into the first cooking cavity 30, the electrical connector on the back of the first drawer 5 can align with the power supply connector inside the body 1, thereby electrically connecting the electrical connector and the power supply connector, enabling the power supply connector to supply power to the heating unit, and enabling the heating unit to heat the food inside the first drawer 5 and the first cooking cavity 30.

[0110] Figure 10 yes Figure 8 A structural diagram from another perspective. Figure 11 yes Figure 10 A magnified structural diagram of region C in the middle.

[0111] Please see Figures 3 to 11As shown, in some embodiments, the heating unit may include a heating plate 6. The heating plate 6 may be removably disposed over the top opening of the first drawer 5. The electrical connector may include a first electrical connector 51 protruding from the back of the first drawer 5. When the heating plate 6 is disposed over the top opening of the first drawer 5, the heating plate 6 may be electrically connected to the first electrical connector 51 on the back of the first drawer 5.

[0112] In some embodiments, the power supply connector may include a first power supply connector 32. The first power supply connector 32 may be located inside the body 1. The first power supply connector 32 may be located on the back side of the first cooking cavity 30. When the heating plate 6 is pushed into the first cooking cavity 30 along with the first drawer 5, the first electrical connector 51 on the back of the first drawer 5 can be connected to the first power supply connector 32 inside the body 1, so that the first electrical connector 51 can be electrically connected to the first power supply connector 32, thereby enabling the first power supply connector 32 to supply power to the heating plate 6 through the first electrical connector 51, so that the heating plate 6 can be electrically heated to heat the food inside the first drawer 5 from the top down.

[0113] Please see Figures 4 to 5 As shown, in some embodiments, when the heating plate 6 is pushed into the first cooking cavity 30 along with the first drawer 5, the heating plate 6 can be arranged adjacent to the bottom surface of the partition 11. Therefore, when the heating plate 6 is powered on and heats up, the heat from the heating plate 6 can also be transferred upwards, heating the food inside the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 above the partition 11 and the food inside the second drawer 4. That is, the heating plate 6 can simultaneously heat and cook the food in the first cooking cavity 30 and the multi-functional cooking cavity 20, and can simultaneously heat and cook the food in the first drawer 5 and the second drawer 4.

[0114] Figure 12 yes Figure 10 A schematic diagram of its decomposed structure. Figure 13 yes Figure 12 A magnified structural diagram of region D in the middle.

[0115] Please see Figures 8 to 13 As shown, in some embodiments, a conductive connector 61 may be provided at the rear edge of the heating plate 6. When the heating plate 6 is placed over the top opening of the first drawer 5, the conductive connector 61 makes electrical contact with the first electrical connector 51 on the back of the first drawer 5, and the heating plate 6 can be electrically connected to the first electrical connector 51 through the conductive connector 61. Therefore, when the heating plate 6 is pushed into the first cooking cavity 30 along with the first drawer 5, and the first electrical connector 51 is connected to the first power supply connector 32, the first power supply connector 32 can supply power to the heating plate 6 through the first electrical connector 51 and the conductive connector 61, thereby realizing the heating function of the heating plate 6.

[0116] In some embodiments, two conductive connectors 61 may be provided. The two conductive connectors 61 are arranged adjacent to each other at the rear edge of the heating plate 6. The two conductive connectors 61 can serve as the positive and negative electrodes of the heating plate 6 and are electrically connected to the first electrical connector 51, respectively.

[0117] It should be noted that in some embodiments, the conductive connector 61 may also be arranged at other locations on the heating plate 6. When the heating plate 6 is placed over the top opening of the first drawer 5, the conductive connector 61 can make electrical contact with other conductive parts inside the first drawer 5, and then be electrically connected to the first electrical connector 51 on the back of the first drawer 5 through the conductive part.

[0118] Please see Figure 13 As shown, in some embodiments, the conductive connector 61 can be detachably disposed on the heating plate 6. The conductive connector 61 can be detachably disposed at the rear edge of the heating plate 6. One end of the conductive connector 61 can be detachably fixed to the heating plate 6 by screws. The other end of the conductive connector 61 can protrude from the back side of the heating plate 6 and extend downward. Therefore, when the heating plate 6 is placed over the top opening of the first drawer 5, the rear end of the conductive connector 61 can abut against the first electrical connector 51, allowing the conductive connector 61 to be electrically connected to the first electrical connector 51 on the back of the first drawer 5.

[0119] Please see Figures 4 to 6 As shown, in some embodiments, the back side of the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 may be provided with a mounting cavity 35. The mounting cavity 35 may be located inside the body 1. A power connector may be located inside the mounting cavity 35. A first power connector 32 may be located inside the mounting cavity 35. When the first drawer 5 is pushed into the first cooking cavity 30, the first electrical connector 51 on the back of the first drawer 5 may extend into the mounting cavity 35 and connect with the first power connector 32, that is, the electrical connector on the back of the first drawer 5 may extend into the mounting cavity 35 and connect with the power connector.

[0120] In some embodiments, a first pair of interfaces 361 communicating with the mounting cavity 35 may be provided on the rear wall of the first cooking cavity 30. The first power connector 32 may be arranged opposite to the first pair of interfaces 361. When the first drawer 5 is pushed into the first cooking cavity 30, the first electrical connector 51 on the back of the first drawer 5 may pass through the first pair of interfaces 361 and extend into the mounting cavity 35 to connect with the first power connector 32, thereby making the first electrical connector 51 and the first power connector 32 electrically connected.

[0121] In some embodiments, the mounting cavity 35 may be located inside the inner liner. A baffle 36 may be provided inside the inner liner, and the baffle 36 may be arranged vertically. The baffle 36 may extend along the width direction of the body 1. A multi-functional cooking cavity 20 may be formed on the front side of the baffle 36. The mounting cavity 35 may be formed on the back side of the baffle 36. The baffle 36 can isolate the mounting cavity 35 from the multi-functional cooking cavity 20. A first pair of interfaces 361 may be formed on the baffle 36.

[0122] Please see Figures 4 to 5 As shown, in some embodiments, a mounting plate 37 may be provided within the mounting cavity 35. The mounting plate 37 may be vertically arranged within the mounting cavity 35. The mounting plates 37 may be spaced apart on the back side of the first pair of interfaces 361. The first power supply connector 32 may be mounted and fixed on the mounting plate 37.

[0123] Figure 14 yes Figure 12 A partial breakdown diagram.

[0124] Please see Figures 3 to 14 As shown, in some embodiments, the heating unit may include a heating element 7. The heating element 7 may be disposed at the bottom of the first drawer 5. The heating element 7 is capable of heating the food inside the first drawer 5 from the bottom upwards.

[0125] In some embodiments, the electrical connector may include a second electrical connector 52 protruding from the back of the first drawer 5. The heating element 7 may be electrically connected to the second electrical connector 52 on the back of the first drawer 5.

[0126] In some embodiments, the power supply connector may include a second power supply connector 33. The second power supply connector 33 may be located inside the body 1. The second power supply connector 33 may be located on the back side of the first cooking cavity 30. The second power supply connector 33 may be arranged at intervals from the first power supply connector 32. When the heating element 7 is pushed into the first cooking cavity 30 along with the first drawer 5, the second power supply connector 52 on the back of the first drawer 5 can be connected to the second power supply connector 33 inside the body 1, so that the second power supply connector 52 can be electrically connected to the second power supply connector 33, thereby enabling the second power supply connector 33 to supply power to the heating element 7 through the second power supply connector 52, so that the heating element 7 can be electrically heated to heat the food inside the first drawer 5 from the bottom up, thereby improving the heating efficiency inside the first drawer 5.

[0127] In some embodiments, the second power connector 33 may be disposed within the mounting cavity 35. A second pair of interfaces 362 communicating with the mounting cavity 35 may be provided on the rear wall of the first cooking cavity 30. The second power connector 33 may be arranged opposite to the second pair of interfaces 362. The second pair of interfaces 362 may be spaced apart from the first pair of interfaces 361. When the first drawer 5 is pushed into the first cooking cavity 30, the second electrical connector 52 on the back of the first drawer 5 may extend through the second pair of interfaces 362 into the mounting cavity 35 and connect with the second power connector 33, thereby electrically connecting the second electrical connector 52 and the second power connector 33.

[0128] In some embodiments, the second pair of interfaces 362 may be provided on the baffle 36. The second pair of interfaces 362 and the first pair of interfaces 361 may be arranged on the baffle 36 at intervals.

[0129] In some embodiments, the second power connector 33 may be installed and fixed on the mounting plate 37. The second power connector 33 and the first power connector 32 may be installed and fixed on the mounting plate 37 at intervals from each other.

[0130] Please refer to the figure. Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 14 As shown, in some embodiments, the heating element 7 can be disposed on the inner bottom surface of the first drawer 5, that is, the heating element 7 can be disposed on the top surface of the bottom wall of the first drawer 5.

[0131] In some embodiments, the heating element 7 may also be disposed below the bottom surface of the first drawer 5, that is, the heating element 7 may be disposed on the bottom surface of the bottom wall of the first drawer 5.

[0132] In some embodiments, the heating element 7 may also be embedded in the bottom wall of the first drawer 5, that is, the heating element 7 may be integrally formed inside the bottom wall of the first drawer 5, or the heating element 7 may be encapsulated inside the bottom wall of the first drawer 5.

[0133] Please see Figures 3 to 14 As shown, in some embodiments, the heating unit may include a heating box 8. The heating box 8 may be disposed inside the first drawer 5. The top surface of the heating box 8 may have an opening. Food ingredients may be placed inside the heating box 8 through the opening on the top surface of the heating box 8. The heating box 8 can be powered on to generate heat and heat the food ingredients inside the heating box 8. The heating box 8 can be used for cooking operations such as steaming, boiling, frying, and grilling, which can enrich the cooking functions of the cooking device and improve the convenience of use for users.

[0134] In some embodiments, the electrical connector may include a third electrical connector 53 protruding from the back of the first drawer 5. The heating element 7 may be electrically connected to the third electrical connector 53 on the back of the first drawer 5.

[0135] In some embodiments, the power supply connector may include a third power supply connector 34. The third power supply connector 34 may be located inside the body 1. The third power supply connector 34 may be located on the back side of the first cooking cavity 30. The third power supply connector 34 may be arranged at intervals from the first power supply connector 32 and the second power supply connector 33. When the heating box 8 is pushed into the first cooking cavity 30 along with the first drawer 5, the third power supply connector 53 on the back of the first drawer 5 can be connected to the third power supply connector 34 inside the body 1, so that the third power supply connector 53 can be electrically connected to the third power supply connector 34, thereby enabling the third power supply connector 34 to supply power to the heating box 8, so that the heating box 8 can be powered and heated to heat the food inside the heating box 8 or the food inside the first drawer 5, thereby improving the heating efficiency inside the first drawer 5.

[0136] In some embodiments, the third power connector 34 may be disposed within the mounting cavity 35. A third pair of interfaces 363 communicating with the mounting cavity 35 may be provided on the rear wall of the first cooking cavity 30. The third power connector 34 may be arranged opposite to the third pair of interfaces 363. The third pair of interfaces 363 may be arranged at intervals from the first pair of interfaces 361 and the second pair of interfaces 362. When the first drawer 5 is pushed into the first cooking cavity 30, the third electrical connector 53 on the back of the first drawer 5 may extend through the third pair of interfaces 363 into the mounting cavity 35 and connect with the third power connector 34, thereby electrically connecting the third electrical connector 53 and the third power connector 34.

[0137] In some embodiments, the third pair of interfaces 363 may be provided on the baffle 36. The third pair of interfaces 363 may be arranged on the baffle 36 at intervals from the second pair of interfaces 362 and the first pair of interfaces 361.

[0138] In some embodiments, the third power supply connector 34 may be installed and fixed on the mounting plate 37. The third power supply connector 34 may be installed and fixed on the mounting plate 37 with the second power supply connector 33 and the first power supply connector 32 spaced apart from each other.

[0139] Please see Figure 14 As shown, in some embodiments, the heating box 8 can be detachably placed inside the first drawer 5. An electrical contact 54 protrudes from each of the opposite side walls of the first drawer 5. The two electrical contacts 54 can be electrically connected to the third electrical connector 53 via wires. When the heating box 8 is placed inside the first drawer 5, the opposite ends of the heating box 8 can abut against the electrical contact 54, allowing the two ends of the heating box 8 to be electrically connected to the electrical contact 54. Therefore, when the heating box 8 is pushed into the first cooking cavity 30 along with the first drawer 5, and the third electrical connector 53 is connected to the third power supply connector 34, the third power supply connector 34 can supply power to the heating box 8 through the third electrical connector 53 and the electrical contact 54, realizing the heating function of the heating box 8.

[0140] Please see Figures 4 to 14 As shown, in some embodiments, the first drawer 5 can be removed and used independently. The electrical connector on the back of the first drawer 5 can be used to connect to an external power supply. After the first drawer 5 is removed, it can be electrically connected to an external power supply via the electrical connector on the back of the first drawer 5. The external power supply can then supply power to the electrical connector, thereby supplying power to the heating unit in the first drawer 5, causing the heating unit to heat up and individually heat the food inside the first drawer 5. This allows the first drawer 5 to be used independently as an outdoor cooking appliance, meeting the needs of users with outdoor camping requirements. Furthermore, after the first drawer 5 has finished being used, it can be returned to the main body 1 without taking up additional household space.

[0141] In some embodiments, after the heating plate 6 is removed separately along with the first drawer 5, the first electrical connector 51 on the back of the first drawer 5 can be electrically connected to an external power supply device. The external power supply device can supply power to the heating plate 6 through the first electrical connector 51, thereby heating the food inside the first drawer 5 through the heating plate 6.

[0142] In some embodiments, the top surface of the heating plate 6 may form a cooking countertop (not shown in the figure). The cooking countertop can be used to cook food. When an external power supply device supplies power to the heating plate 6 through the first electrical connector 51, food can be placed on the cooking countertop of the heating plate 6 for heating. Food can be placed on the cooking countertop for frying, grilling, or other cooking operations. At this time, the heating plate 6 can simultaneously heat and cook food inside the first drawer 5 and on the cooking countertop, improving the cooking efficiency and energy utilization efficiency of the first drawer 5.

[0143] In some embodiments, after the first drawer 5 is removed individually, the second electrical connector 52 on the back of the first drawer 5 can be electrically connected to an external power supply device (not shown). The external power supply device can supply power to the heating element 7 through the second electrical connector 52, thereby heating the food inside the first drawer 5 and improving the cooking efficiency of the first drawer 5.

[0144] In some embodiments, after the heating box 8 is removed separately along with the first drawer 5, the third electrical connector 53 on the back of the first drawer 5 can be electrically connected to an external power supply device. The external power supply device can supply power to the heating box 8 through the third electrical connector 53, causing the heating box 8 to be powered on and heated, thereby allowing high-temperature cooking of the food inside the heating box 8. When camping outdoors, cooking operations such as steaming, boiling, frying, and grilling can be performed using the heating box 8.

[0145] Figure 15 yes Figure 2 Sectional view along the BB direction. Figure 16 yes Figure 15A structural diagram in another state. Figure 17 yes Figure 16 A schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure.

[0146] Please see Figures 15 to 17 As shown, in some embodiments, the cooking appliance may include an electric door opening mechanism. The electric door opening mechanism may include a drive motor 13 and a push rod 131. The drive motor 13 may be located on the back side of the first cooking cavity 30. The push rod 131 may be located at the output end of the drive motor 13. One end of the push rod 131 can extend into the first cooking cavity 30 from the rear wall of the first cooking cavity 30. When the drive motor 13 is running, the push rod 131 can abut against the back of the first drawer 5, driving the first drawer 5 towards the front of the body 1, thereby separating the electrical connector on the back of the first drawer 5 from the power supply connector inside the body 1, allowing the first drawer 5 to be easily removed.

[0147] It should be noted that when the drive motor 13 abuts against the first drawer 5 via the push rod 131, causing the first drawer 5 to move toward the front of the body 1, the first electrical connector 51 on the back of the first drawer 5 can be separated from the first power supply connector 32 inside the body 1, the second electrical connector 52 on the back of the first drawer 5 can be separated from the second power supply connector 33 inside the body 1, and the third electrical connector 53 on the back of the first drawer 5 can be separated from the third power supply connector 34 inside the body 1.

[0148] In some embodiments, the drive motor 13 may be disposed inside the mounting cavity 35. The push rod 131 may be disposed inside the mounting cavity 35. When the drive motor 13 rotates, the front end of the push rod 131 may extend forward into the first cooking cavity 30 and abut against the first drawer 5. When the drive motor 13 rotates in the opposite direction, the front end of the push rod 131 may retract backward out of the first cooking cavity 30 and separate from the first drawer 5.

[0149] In some embodiments, the drive motor 13 can be fixed on the mounting plate 37 within the mounting cavity 35. The drive motor 13 can be arranged at intervals with the first power supply connector 32, the second power supply connector 33, and the third power supply connector 34 on the mounting plate 37.

[0150] In some embodiments, multiple sets of electric door opening mechanisms can be provided. These multiple sets of electric door opening mechanisms can be arranged at intervals on the back side of the first cooking cavity 30. By simultaneously abutting the back of the first drawer 5 with the drive motors 13 and push rods 131 of the multiple sets of electric door opening mechanisms, the opening force is increased, driving the first drawer 5 to move towards the front of the body 1, ensuring that the electrical connector on the back of the first drawer 5 can be separated from the power supply connector inside the body 1.

[0151] Figure 18 yes Figure 1A schematic diagram of the structure of the multi-functional cooking cavity 20 in another usage state. Figure 19 yes Figure 18 A schematic diagram of the structure of the middle steamer box.

[0152] Please see Figure 18 As shown, in some embodiments, the cooking apparatus may include a steaming box, which can be detachably arranged inside the multi-functional cooking cavity 20. A steam connection pipe 93 may protrude from the rear wall of the steaming box. When the steaming box is placed inside the multi-functional cooking cavity 20, the steam connection pipe 93 can connect to a steam generator inside the main body 1. When the steam generator is running, it can introduce steam into the steaming box through the steam connection pipe 93, thereby steaming the food inside the steaming box.

[0153] It should be noted that in other embodiments, the steam connection pipe 93 may also be arranged on the left and right side walls or other side walls of the steam box.

[0154] In some embodiments, the fan shroud 24 may be provided with a steam connection hole. The steam connection hole may be arranged opposite to the steam connection pipe 93. The steam connection pipe 93 can be connected to the steam generator through the steam connection hole.

[0155] It should be noted that in other embodiments, when the steam box is placed into the multi-functional cooking cavity 20, the steam connection pipe 93 can also extend into the steam connection hole and connect to the steam generator.

[0156] In some embodiments, the steaming box may include a box body 91 and a lid 92. The box body 91 has an opening on its top surface. The lid 92 is detachably disposed over the top opening of the box body 91.

[0157] With the development of technology, cooking appliances have entered thousands of households. While these appliances are very convenient to use, they cannot simultaneously perform different cooking methods within a single cooking chamber. Even when different cooking methods are used, they cannot be completed at the same time, requiring users to check and operate multiple times, significantly reducing the user experience. This application addresses this issue by employing the following technical means to simultaneously perform different cooking methods within a single cooking chamber and complete the cooking process concurrently.

[0158] Please see Figure 20 , Figure 20 A flowchart illustrating a control method for a cooking apparatus according to an embodiment of this application is shown. This application provides the execution steps of a control method for a cooking apparatus, including:

[0159] Step S110: Control the heating element to heat the multi-functional cooking cavity. When the multi-functional cooking cavity reaches the first temperature, obtain the temperature of the steaming box. The first temperature is within the first cooking temperature range corresponding to the first ingredient.

[0160] Step S120: Calculate the target cooking time based on the numerical relationship between the temperature of the steaming box and the second temperature, as well as the cooking time required for the first and second ingredients. The second temperature is within the second cooking temperature range corresponding to the second ingredient.

[0161] Step S130: Cook the first ingredient and the second ingredient according to the target cooking time, so that the first ingredient and the second ingredient are cooked at the same time.

[0162] The above three steps are described in detail below.

[0163] In step S110, before cooking the first and second ingredients, the following steps are taken: First, determine the first cooking temperature range corresponding to the first ingredient and the second cooking temperature range corresponding to the second ingredient, based on their cooking methods. Also determine the required cooking time for both ingredients. In other words, cooking the first ingredient at any temperature within the first cooking temperature range for its required cooking time will achieve a good cooking effect. Similarly, cooking the second ingredient at any temperature within the second cooking temperature range for its required cooking time will achieve a good cooking effect.

[0164] The ideal cooking temperature for the first ingredient is the first temperature, and the ideal cooking temperature for the second ingredient is the second temperature. That is, cooking the first ingredient at the first temperature and the second ingredient at the second temperature for the required time will yield the best results. It is important to clarify that the first temperature is taken from a first cooking temperature range, and the second temperature is taken from a second cooking temperature range.

[0165] First, the heating element heats the multi-functional cooking cavity. Since the multi-functional cooking cavity mainly uses high-temperature cooking modes such as "baking," "frying," and "deep-frying," the temperature in the multi-functional cooking cavity only needs to reach a first temperature. At this time, the steam generator operates at a preset power, which is a relatively low power. If the steam generator operates at the preset power alone, the temperature and steam concentration of the steam box will not reach the required steam concentration and temperature for the second ingredient. However, in this embodiment, while the steam box is supplied with steam by the steam generator, it is also affected by the high temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity, causing the temperature of the steam box to rise. Due to the temperature rise, the amount of steam condensation in the steam box will decrease, and the saturation of water molecules in the air will greatly increase, resulting in a higher steam concentration in the steam box. In this way, the operating power of the steam generator can be greatly reduced, and the energy utilization rate can be greatly increased.

[0166] Therefore, when the multi-functional cooking cavity reaches the first temperature, the temperature of the steaming box is then obtained, so that the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity can be used to heat the steaming box, saving energy.

[0167] In step S120, based on the numerical relationship between the temperature of the steaming box and the second temperature, the target cooking time is calculated according to the cooking time required for the first ingredient and the second ingredient. The target cooking time is the combined cooking time for the first and second ingredients. Because the temperature of the steaming box is uncertain, when the temperature of the steaming box is not within the second cooking temperature range, in order to save energy, it is first necessary to adjust the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity to correct the temperature of the steaming box while ensuring that the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity is within the first cooking temperature range. If the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity reaches the minimum or maximum value of the first cooking temperature range, the temperature of the steaming box cannot be corrected, and then the temperature of the steaming box is adjusted by the steam generator.

[0168] During the above process, the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity will inevitably decrease or increase compared to the initial temperature. Different target cooking times are adapted based on different situations. Even if the steamer's temperature is initially within the second cooking temperature range, if it's higher than the second temperature, the cooking time can be shorter within the allowable range to ensure the best flavor of both the first and second ingredients. If it's lower than the second temperature, the cooking time can be longer to ensure the best flavor of both ingredients. In other words, the cooking effect of both ingredients is ensured based on the numerical relationship between the steamer's temperature and the second temperature.

[0169] It's important to clarify that the cooking time required for the first or second ingredient refers to the remaining cooking time, not the time needed for the food to go from an uncooked state to a fully cooked state. In other words, you can place the second ingredient into the steamer after the first ingredient has been cooking for a while, or place the first ingredient into the multi-functional cooking cavity after the second ingredient has been cooking for a while.

[0170] Please see Figure 21 , Figure 21 A flowchart illustrating the calculation of a target cooking time based on a numerical relationship between the temperature of the steamer and a second temperature, and the cooking time required for the first and second ingredients, according to an embodiment of this application, is provided. This embodiment provides step S120 for calculating the target cooking time based on the numerical relationship between the temperature of the steamer and a second temperature, and the cooking time required for the first and second ingredients, including:

[0171] Step S121: If the temperature of the steamer is lower than the second temperature, the target cooking time is generated based on the product of the time sum and the low temperature coefficient. The time sum is the sum of the cooking time required for the first ingredient and the cooking time required for the second ingredient.

[0172] Step S122: If the temperature of the steamer is greater than or equal to the second temperature and less than or equal to the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, then the cooking time required for the first ingredient is taken as the target cooking time.

[0173] Step S123: If the temperature of the steamer box is greater than the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, the target cooking time is generated based on the product of the duration and the high temperature coefficient.

[0174] The two steps described above are described in detail below.

[0175] In step S121, the target cooking time is calculated using different methods depending on the temperature range of the steaming box. When the multi-functional cooking cavity reaches the first cooking temperature range, the temperature inside the steaming box is obtained. If the temperature of the steaming box is lower than the second temperature, the product of the time sum and the low-temperature coefficient is taken as the target cooking time. In the application of the low-temperature coefficient, the temperature of the steaming box is relatively low and may require heating up, meaning the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity may be higher than before adjustment. In this case, the required target cooking time will be shorter, therefore the low-temperature coefficient is smaller than the high-temperature coefficient.

[0176] In step S122, if the temperature of the steaming box is greater than or equal to the second temperature and less than or equal to the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, that is, at this time the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity and the temperature of the steaming box are both within a reasonable range, the cooking time required for the first ingredient is taken as the target cooking time.

[0177] In step S123, if the temperature of the steamer is greater than the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, the product of the sum of the cooking times and the high-temperature coefficient is used as the target cooking time. In the case of the low-temperature coefficient, the steamer temperature is relatively low, and it may need to be raised, meaning the multi-functional oven temperature may be higher than before the adjustment, in which case the required target cooking time will be shorter. In the case of the high-temperature coefficient, the steamer temperature is relatively high, and it may need to be lowered, meaning the multi-functional oven temperature may be lower than before the adjustment, in which case the required target cooking time will be longer. Since the target cooking time is the product of the sum of the cooking times and either the high-temperature coefficient or the low-temperature coefficient, to achieve the above objective, the low-temperature coefficient must be less than or equal to the high-temperature coefficient.

[0178] In step S130, the first ingredient and the second ingredient are cooked for the target cooking time, ensuring they are cooked simultaneously. During this process, the temperatures of the multi-functional cooking cavity and the steamer are acquired in real-time or at set intervals to prevent the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity from falling outside the first cooking temperature range, or the temperature of the steamer from falling outside the second cooking temperature range. If the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity falls outside the first cooking temperature range, or the temperature of the steamer falls outside the second cooking temperature range, the method described in the above embodiment is used. First, the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity needs to be adjusted to ensure it remains within the first cooking temperature range, and then the temperature of the steamer is corrected. If the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity reaches the minimum or maximum value of the first cooking temperature range, and the temperature of the steamer cannot be corrected, then the temperature of the steamer is adjusted using a steam generator.

[0179] In this embodiment, a steaming box is installed in the multi-functional cooking cavity, achieving the function of steaming without affecting the "baking" or other cooking methods within the multi-functional cooking cavity. This allows different cooking methods to be performed within the same multi-functional cooking cavity, eliminating the need to use different cooking cavities for different cooking methods, greatly improving the user experience. Furthermore, based on the required cooking time and temperature for the first and second ingredients in their respective methods, the combined cooking time for the first and second ingredients, i.e., the target cooking time, is calculated. Then, the first and second ingredients are cooked simultaneously according to the target cooking time, enabling the multi-functional cooking cavity to complete the cooking of both ingredients concurrently. This significantly improves the intelligence of the cooking device, frees up the user's hands, and enhances the user experience.

[0180] On the other hand, the embodiments of this application can also influence the temperature of the steaming box by raising and lowering the temperature of the multifunctional cooking cavity, which can better utilize energy and improve energy efficiency.

[0181] In one embodiment of this application, the low temperature coefficient includes a first low temperature coefficient. When the temperature of the steaming box is lower than the second temperature and greater than or equal to the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, it indicates that the temperature of the steaming box is at a low temperature. The first low temperature coefficient is the largest coefficient among all low temperature coefficients. The product of the duration and the first low temperature coefficient is used as the target cooking time, which ensures that the target cooking time is longer than other low temperature conditions, thus ensuring the cooking effect of the first and second ingredients.

[0182] In one embodiment of this application, for the above situation, one-third of the sum of the cooking time T1 required for the first ingredient and the cooking time T2 required for the second ingredient is taken as the target cooking time. That is, the target cooking time is (T1+T2) / 3.

[0183] Please see Figure 22 , Figure 22 This illustration shows a schematic diagram of cooking a first ingredient and a second ingredient according to a target cooking time according to a first embodiment of this application. The low-temperature coefficient includes a second low-temperature coefficient, which is less than or equal to the first low-temperature coefficient. This embodiment provides a step S130 for cooking the first ingredient and the second ingredient according to a target cooking time, including:

[0184] Step S201: If the temperature of the steaming box is less than the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, the heating element is controlled to increase its operating power, and the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity is maintained within the first cooking temperature range.

[0185] Step S202: If the temperature of the steaming box is affected by the heating of the multi-functional cooking cavity and changes to be less than the second temperature but greater than or equal to the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, and the second temperature is greater than the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, then the first ingredient and the second ingredient are cooked according to the target cooking time; wherein, the target cooking time is the product of the sum of the cooking times and the second low temperature coefficient.

[0186] The two steps described above are described in detail below.

[0187] In step S201, if the temperature of the steaming box is lower than the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, the heating element is controlled to increase its operating power, causing the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity to rise within the first cooking temperature range. By increasing the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity, the temperature of the steaming box is also increased, which simultaneously enhances the cooking of the first ingredient and avoids further increasing the operating power of the steam generator, resulting in excellent energy-saving effects.

[0188] In step S202, if the temperature of the steaming box is affected by the heating of the multi-functional cooking cavity, changing to a temperature lower than the second temperature but greater than or equal to the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, it ensures that both the first and second ingredients are within their corresponding temperature ranges, achieving the difference in ambient temperature between different cooking methods and ensuring better cooking results. Furthermore, the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity will rise at this time, so the product of the second low-temperature coefficient (less than or equal to the first low-temperature coefficient) and the sum of the cooking time is used as the target cooking time. Using a shorter cooking time compared to the previous embodiment as the target cooking time further ensures the rationality of the target cooking time, making the cooking results of the first and second ingredients more reasonable. This embodiment can also influence the temperature of the steaming box by heating and cooling the multi-functional cooking cavity, which can better utilize energy and improve energy efficiency.

[0189] In one embodiment of this application, for the above situation, one-quarter of the sum of the cooking time T1 required for the first ingredient and the cooking time T2 required for the second ingredient is taken as the target cooking time. That is, the target cooking time is (T1+T2) / 4.

[0190] Cook the first and second ingredients according to the target cooking time.

[0191] Please see Figure 23 , Figure 23 A schematic diagram illustrating the cooking of a first ingredient and a second ingredient according to a target cooking time, based on a second embodiment of this application, is shown. The low-temperature coefficient includes a third low-temperature coefficient, which is less than or equal to a second low-temperature coefficient. This embodiment provides step S130 for cooking the first ingredient and the second ingredient according to a target cooking time, which further includes:

[0192] Step S301: When the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity rises to the maximum value of the first cooking temperature range, if the temperature of the steam box is still less than the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, then increase the operating power of the steam generator so that the temperature of the steam box is less than the second temperature range and greater than or equal to the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range.

[0193] Step S302: When the temperature of the steaming box rises to a level lower than the second temperature but greater than or equal to the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, the first ingredient and the second ingredient are cooked according to the target cooking time; wherein, the target cooking time is the product of the sum of the cooking times and the third low temperature coefficient.

[0194] The two steps described above are described in detail below.

[0195] In step S301, if the temperature of the steaming box is lower than the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, the heating element is controlled to increase its operating power so that the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity rises to a certain level within the first cooking temperature range. If the temperature of the steaming box is still lower than the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, the operating power of the steam generator is increased until the temperature of the steaming box is lower than the second temperature range but greater than or equal to the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range. By controlling the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity within a reasonable range, the heat generated by the multi-functional cooking cavity is used to heat the steaming box. When heating is impossible, the steam generator is used to heat the steaming box, ensuring that both the first and second ingredients are within their corresponding temperature ranges. This achieves the difference in ambient temperature between different cooking methods, ensuring better cooking results.

[0196] In step S302, while ensuring that the first ingredient and the second ingredient are in the corresponding temperature range, since the temperature of the multi-functional cooking chamber has reached its peak and the steam box is heated separately, the cooking temperature of the cooking device is at a very high level. Therefore, the product of the third low temperature coefficient, which is less than or equal to the second low temperature coefficient, and the duration is used as the target cooking time, so that the target cooking time is relatively short and to avoid the first ingredient from having a bad cooking effect due to long cooking time.

[0197] In one embodiment of this application, for the above situation, one-quarter of the sum of the cooking time T1 required for the first ingredient and the cooking time T2 required for the second ingredient is taken as the target cooking time. That is, the target cooking time is (T1+T2) / 4.

[0198] Cook the first and second ingredients according to the target cooking time.

[0199] In this embodiment, when the multi-functional cooking cavity reaches the first cooking temperature range, the temperature inside the steamer is obtained. If the temperature of the steamer is lower than the second temperature, the product of the sum of the cooking times and the low-temperature coefficient is used as the target cooking time. If the temperature of the steamer is greater than or equal to the second temperature and less than or equal to the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, the cooking time required for the first ingredient is used as the target cooking time. If the temperature of the steamer is greater than the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, the product of the sum of the cooking times and the high-temperature coefficient is used as the target cooking time. Different methods are used to calculate the target cooking time based on the temperature of the steamer, making the calculation of the target cooking time more reasonable and better considering the cooking effects of both the first and second ingredients. This embodiment can also influence the temperature of the steamer by adjusting the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity, which can better utilize energy and improve energy efficiency.

[0200] Please see Figure 24 , Figure 24 This illustration shows a schematic diagram of cooking a first ingredient and a second ingredient according to a target cooking time based on three embodiments of this application. The high-temperature coefficient includes a first high-temperature coefficient. Embodiments of this application provide a step S130 for cooking the first ingredient and the second ingredient according to a target cooking time, including:

[0201] Step S401: If the temperature of the steam box is greater than the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, control the heating element to reduce the operating power, so that the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity is reduced and the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity is maintained within the first cooking temperature range.

[0202] Step S402: If the temperature of the steaming box is affected by the cooling effect of the multi-functional cooking cavity and changes to a temperature greater than or equal to the second temperature and less than or equal to the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, then the first ingredient and the second ingredient are cooked according to the target cooking time; wherein, the target cooking time is the product of the sum of the cooking times and the first high temperature coefficient.

[0203] The two steps described above are described in detail below.

[0204] In step S401, when the temperature of the steaming box is greater than the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, the heating element is controlled to reduce its operating power, so that the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity decreases within the first cooking temperature range, thereby reducing the temperature of the steaming box.

[0205] In step S402, if the temperature of the steaming box drops to a level greater than or equal to the second temperature, but less than or equal to the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, it indicates that the temperature of the steaming box is reasonable. This ensures that both the first and second ingredients are within their corresponding temperature ranges, achieving the difference in ambient temperature between different cooking methods and ensuring better cooking results. However, the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity has decreased compared to the initial temperature before adjustment. Therefore, the product of the first high-temperature coefficient (the maximum value among the high-temperature coefficients) and the sum of the cooking times is used as the target cooking time. Ensuring the reasonableness of the target cooking time further guarantees the cooking effect on both the first and second ingredients.

[0206] In one embodiment of this application, the average of the cooking time T1 required for the first ingredient and the cooking time T2 required for the second ingredient is taken as the target cooking time. That is, the target cooking time is (T1+T2) / 2.

[0207] Cook the first and second ingredients according to the target cooking time.

[0208] Please see Figure 25 , Figure 25 This illustration shows a schematic diagram of cooking a first ingredient and a second ingredient according to a target cooking time based on four embodiments of this application. The high-temperature coefficient includes a second high-temperature coefficient, which is less than or equal to the first high-temperature coefficient. Embodiments of this application provide a step 130 for cooking the first ingredient and the second ingredient according to a target cooking time, including:

[0209] Step S501: When the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity drops to the minimum value of the first cooking temperature range, if the temperature of the steam box is still greater than the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, reduce the power of the steam generator so that the temperature of the steam box is greater than or equal to the second temperature and less than or equal to the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range.

[0210] Step S502: When the temperature of the steaming box drops to a value greater than or equal to the second temperature and less than or equal to the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, the first ingredient and the second ingredient are cooked according to the target cooking time; wherein, the target cooking time is the product of the sum of the cooking times and the second high temperature coefficient.

[0211] The two steps described above are described in detail below.

[0212] In step S501, when the temperature of the steaming box exceeds the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, the heating element's operating power is reduced. This lowers the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity within the first cooking temperature range, thus affecting the temperature of the steaming box. If the temperature of the steaming box still exceeds the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range when the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity reaches the minimum value of the first cooking temperature range, it indicates that the temperature of the steaming box cannot be controlled within the second cooking temperature range by the influence of the multi-functional cooking cavity. The power of the steam generator is then reduced until the temperature of the steaming box is greater than or equal to the second temperature range and less than or equal to the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range. This ensures that both the first and second ingredients are within their corresponding temperature ranges, achieving the difference in ambient temperature between different cooking methods and ensuring better cooking results.

[0213] In step S503, compared to the embodiment where the first high-temperature coefficient is applied, the temperature drop is greater than the initial temperature. Therefore, the product of the second high-temperature coefficient (which is less than or equal to the first high-temperature coefficient) and the sum of the cooking times is used as the target cooking time. This ensures the rationality of the target cooking time and further guarantees the cooking effect on the first and second ingredients. This embodiment can also influence the temperature of the steaming box through the heating and cooling of the multi-functional cooking cavity, which can better utilize energy and improve energy efficiency.

[0214] In one embodiment of this application, the average of the cooking time T1 required for the first ingredient and the cooking time T2 required for the second ingredient is taken as the target cooking time. That is, the target cooking time is (T1+T2) / 2.

[0215] Cook the first and second ingredients according to the target cooking time.

[0216] In another embodiment of this application, if the first ingredient has multiple required cooking times, each required cooking time corresponds to a first cooking temperature range. Similarly, if the second ingredient has multiple required cooking times, each required cooking time corresponds to a second cooking temperature range. First, it is determined whether the required cooking times of the first and second ingredients overlap. If they overlap, the first and second cooking temperature ranges corresponding to the overlapping required cooking times of the first and second ingredients are determined. Finally, using the required cooking time of either the first or second ingredient as the target cooking time, the multi-functional cooking cavity is heated to any temperature within the first cooking temperature range, and the temperature of the steaming box is heated to any value within the second cooking temperature range, thereby achieving the simultaneous cooking of the first and second ingredients.

[0217] It should be clarified that in one embodiment of this application, the overlap of the required cooking time for the first ingredient and the second ingredient means that the difference between the two is within a preset difference range. The target cooking time is the average of the required cooking time for the first ingredient or the required cooking time for the second ingredient. The multi-functional cooking cavity is heated to any temperature in the first cooking temperature range, and the temperature of the steaming box is heated to any value in the second cooking temperature range, so as to achieve the simultaneous cooking of the first ingredient and the second ingredient.

[0218] In this embodiment, the cooking device also includes a circulation component to accelerate air circulation within the multi-functional cooking cavity. During internal circulation, increasing the operating power of the circulation component increases energy exchange efficiency, resulting in higher steam density in the steamer and improved cooking performance. Conversely, decreasing the operating power of the circulation component reduces energy exchange efficiency, leading to lower steam density in the steamer and preventing overcooking of the second ingredient when the cooking temperature is relatively high. Furthermore, during external circulation, the circulation component can lower the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity. By adjusting the operating power of at least one of the circulation component, steam generator, and heating element, the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity and the steamer can be adjusted, ensuring that both the first and second ingredients are within their respective temperature ranges. This achieves temperature differences between different cooking methods, ensuring optimal cooking results.

[0219] It should be noted that the storage medium shown in the embodiments of this application can be a readable signal medium, a readable storage medium, or any combination of the two. A readable storage medium can be, for example,—but not limited to—an electrical, magnetic, optical, electromagnetic, infrared, or semiconductor system, apparatus, or device, or any combination thereof. More specific examples of a readable storage medium may include, but are not limited to: an electrical connection having one or more wires, a portable computer disk, a hard disk, random access memory (RAM), read-only memory (ROM), erasable programmable read-only memory (EPROM), flash memory, optical fiber, portable compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM), optical storage device, magnetic storage device, or any suitable combination thereof. In this application, a readable storage medium can be any tangible medium containing or storing a program that can be used by or in conjunction with an instruction execution system, apparatus, or device. In this application, a readable signal medium can include a data signal propagated in baseband or as part of a carrier wave, carrying readable program code. Such propagated data signals can take various forms, including but not limited to electromagnetic signals, optical signals, or any suitable combination thereof. A readable signal medium can also be any storage medium other than a readable storage medium, which can send, propagate, or transmit a program for use by or in connection with an instruction execution system, apparatus, or device. The program code contained on the storage medium can be transmitted using any suitable medium, including but not limited to wireless, wired, etc., or any suitable combination thereof.

[0220] The flowcharts and block diagrams in the accompanying drawings illustrate the architecture, functionality, and operation of possible implementations of systems, methods, and computer program products according to various embodiments of this application. In this regard, each block in a flowchart or block diagram may represent a module, segment, or portion of code containing one or more executable instructions for implementing a specified logical function. It should also be noted that in some alternative implementations, the functions indicated in the blocks may occur in a different order than those indicated in the drawings. For example, two consecutively indicated blocks may actually be executed substantially in parallel, and they may sometimes be executed in reverse order, depending on the functions involved. It should also be noted that each block in a block diagram or flowchart, and combinations of blocks in a block diagram or flowchart, may be implemented using a dedicated hardware-based system that performs the specified function or operation, or using a combination of dedicated hardware and computer instructions.

[0221] It should be noted that although several modules or units for the device used to perform actions have been mentioned in the detailed description above, this division is not mandatory. In fact, according to the embodiments of this application, the features and functions of two or more modules or units described above can be embodied in one module or unit. Conversely, the features and functions of one module or unit described above can be further divided and embodied by multiple modules or units.

[0222] Through the above description of the embodiments, those skilled in the art will readily understand that the exemplary embodiments described herein can be implemented by software or by combining software with necessary hardware. Therefore, the technical solutions according to the embodiments of this application can be embodied in the form of a software product, which can be stored in a non-volatile storage medium (such as a CD-ROM, USB flash drive, external hard drive, etc.) or on a network, including several instructions to cause a computing device (such as a personal computer, server, touch terminal, or network device, etc.) to execute the method according to the embodiments of this application.

[0223] Other embodiments of this application will readily occur to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the specification and practice of the invention disclosed herein. This application is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of this application that follow the general principles of this application and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein.

[0224] It should be understood that this application is not limited to the precise structure described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes can be made without departing from its scope. The scope of this application is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A method for controlling a cooking apparatus, characterized in that, The cooking device includes: Body, used to form the outer shell of the cooking device; A multi-functional cooking cavity is located inside the machine body and is used to cook the first ingredient; A heating element, located inside the machine body, is used to heat the multifunctional cooking cavity; A steaming box, located inside the multi-functional cooking cavity, is used to cook a second ingredient by steam. A steam generator, located inside the machine body, is used to generate steam and deliver it to the steam box; A temperature sensor is disposed inside the machine body to obtain the temperature in the multifunctional cooking cavity and the steaming box; The control method includes: The heating element is controlled to heat the multifunctional cooking cavity. When the multifunctional cooking cavity reaches a first temperature, the temperature of the steaming box is obtained. The first temperature is within the first cooking temperature range corresponding to the first ingredient. Based on the numerical relationship between the temperature of the steaming box and the second temperature, and the cooking time required for the first and second ingredients, the target cooking time is calculated, and the second temperature is within the second cooking temperature range corresponding to the second ingredient. The first ingredient and the second ingredient are cooked according to the target cooking time, so that the first ingredient and the second ingredient are cooked simultaneously.

2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The step of calculating the target cooking time based on the numerical relationship between the temperature of the steaming box and the second temperature, and the cooking time required for the first and second ingredients, includes: If the temperature of the steaming box is lower than the second temperature, the target cooking time is generated by multiplying the sum of the cooking time and the low temperature coefficient. The sum of the cooking time is the sum of the cooking time required for the first ingredient and the cooking time required for the second ingredient. If the temperature of the steaming box is greater than or equal to the second temperature and less than or equal to the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, then the cooking time required for the first ingredient is taken as the target cooking time. If the temperature of the steaming box is greater than the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, the target cooking time is generated based on the product of the duration and the high temperature coefficient.

3. The method according to claim 2, characterized in that, The low-temperature coefficient includes a first low-temperature coefficient, and the cooking of the first and second ingredients according to the target cooking time includes: If the temperature of the steaming box is lower than the second temperature and greater than or equal to the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, and the second temperature is greater than the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, the first ingredient and the second ingredient are cooked according to the target cooking time; wherein, the target cooking time is the product of the sum of the times and the first low temperature coefficient.

4. The method according to claim 2, characterized in that, The low temperature coefficient includes a second low temperature coefficient, wherein the second low temperature coefficient is less than or equal to the first low temperature coefficient; The step of cooking the first and second ingredients according to the target cooking time further includes: If the temperature of the steaming box is less than the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, the heating element is controlled to increase its operating power, and the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity is maintained within the first cooking temperature range. If the temperature of the steaming box is affected by the heating of the multi-functional cooking cavity and changes to be less than the second temperature but greater than or equal to the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, and the second temperature is greater than the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, then the first ingredient and the second ingredient are cooked according to the target cooking time; wherein, the target cooking time is the product of the sum of the times and the second low temperature coefficient.

5. The method according to claim 4, characterized in that, The low temperature coefficient includes a third low temperature coefficient, and the third low temperature coefficient is less than or equal to the second low temperature coefficient; The method further includes: When the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity rises to the maximum value of the first cooking temperature range, if the temperature of the steam box is still less than the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, the operating power of the steam generator is increased so that the temperature of the steam box is less than the second temperature and greater than or equal to the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range. When the temperature of the steaming box rises to a level lower than the second temperature but greater than or equal to the minimum value of the second cooking temperature range, the first and second ingredients are cooked according to the target cooking time; wherein, the target cooking time is the product of the sum of the times and the third low temperature coefficient.

6. The method according to claim 2, characterized in that, The high-temperature coefficient includes a first high-temperature coefficient, and the cooking of the first and second ingredients according to the target cooking time includes: If the temperature of the steaming box is greater than the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, the heating element is controlled to reduce its operating power, thereby lowering the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity and maintaining the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity within the first cooking temperature range. If the temperature of the steaming box is affected by the cooling effect of the multi-functional cooking cavity, and changes to a temperature greater than or equal to the second temperature and less than or equal to the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, then the first and second ingredients are cooked according to the target cooking time; wherein, the target cooking time is the product of the sum of the times and the first high temperature coefficient.

7. The method according to claim 6, characterized in that, The high temperature coefficient includes a second high temperature coefficient, wherein the second high temperature coefficient is less than or equal to the first high temperature coefficient; The method further includes: When the temperature of the multi-functional cooking cavity drops to the minimum value of the first cooking temperature range, if the temperature of the steam box is still greater than the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, the power of the steam generator is reduced so that the temperature of the steam box is greater than or equal to the second temperature and less than or equal to the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range. When the temperature of the steaming box drops to a level greater than or equal to the second temperature and less than or equal to the maximum value of the second cooking temperature range, the first and second ingredients are cooked according to the target cooking time; wherein, the target cooking time is the product of the sum of the times and the second high temperature coefficient.

8. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cooking device includes a circulation component disposed within the machine body for accelerating the circulation of air in the multi-functional cooking cavity. The method further includes: The temperature of the multifunctional cooking cavity and / or the steam box can be adjusted by adjusting the operating power of at least one of the circulation components, steam generator, and heating components.

9. A storage medium having a computer program stored thereon, characterized in that, When the computer program is executed, it implements the control method of the cooking apparatus according to any one of claims 1-8.

10. A cooking apparatus, characterized in that, The device includes: Body, used to form the outer shell of the cooking device; A multi-functional cooking cavity is located inside the machine body and is used to cook the first ingredient; A heating element, located inside the machine body, is used to heat the multifunctional cooking cavity; A steaming box, located inside the multi-functional cooking cavity, is used to cook a second ingredient by steam. A steam generator, located inside the machine body, is used to generate steam and deliver it to the steam box; A temperature sensor is disposed inside the machine body to obtain the temperature in the multifunctional cooking cavity and the steaming box; The controller is configured to: The acquisition unit is used to control the heating element to heat the multifunctional cooking cavity, and to acquire the temperature of the steaming box when the multifunctional cooking cavity reaches a first temperature, wherein the first temperature is within a first cooking temperature range corresponding to the first ingredient. The calculation unit is used to calculate based on the numerical relationship between the temperature of the steaming box and the second temperature, and The cooking time required for the first ingredient and the second ingredient is calculated to determine the target cooking time, and the second temperature is within the second cooking temperature range corresponding to the second ingredient. An execution unit is configured to cook the first ingredient and the second ingredient according to the target cooking time, so that the first ingredient and the second ingredient are cooked simultaneously.

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