Control method and device for steam auxiliary cooking of steaming oven and electronic equipment
By determining the required amount of steam in the steam oven and subjecting it to secondary heating, the problem of temperature fluctuations within the steam oven cavity is solved, resulting in more even heating of food and improved cooking performance.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- QINGDAO HAIER WISDOM KITCHEN APPLIANCE CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-12-18
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-21
AI Technical Summary
Existing steam ovens spray room temperature water directly into the oven during baking mode, causing temperature fluctuations inside the cavity, resulting in uneven heating of food and reduced cooking quality.
By determining the set temperature and capacity of the steam oven, calculating the steam demand, and then reheating the steam to reach the set temperature before spraying it into the steam oven, temperature fluctuations are reduced.
This ensures that food is heated evenly, thus improving the quality of cooking.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This application relates to the field of household appliance technology, and in particular to a control method, device and electronic equipment for steam-assisted cooking in a steam oven. Background Technology
[0002] Steam ovens, as a multifunctional kitchen appliance, are widely used in home kitchens, hotel kitchens, and baking settings. Their core function is to achieve various cooking modes through the combination of steam and hot air. Especially in cooking environments requiring high humidity, the steam-assisted function has a significant impact on the taste, texture, and nutrient retention of food.
[0003] In existing technologies, the main method of steam-assisted humidification in mainstream steam ovens is to directly spray room temperature water into the oven cavity and use the heat inside the cavity to vaporize it, thereby humidifying the oven.
[0004] However, the temperature set in the baking mode of a steam oven is often as high as 150℃ to 230℃, while the temperature of the directly sprayed warm water is usually no more than 100℃. The introduction of the low-temperature medium causes temperature fluctuations inside the steam oven cavity, resulting in uneven heating of the food and affecting the quality of the final product. Summary of the Invention
[0005] This application provides a control method, device, and electronic device for steam-assisted cooking in a steam oven, which solves the defect in the prior art where direct spraying of room temperature water into the steam oven cavity leads to uneven heating of the cooked food, affecting the quality of the final product.
[0006] In a first aspect, this application provides a control method for steam-assisted cooking in a steam oven, applied to the control module of the steam oven, wherein the steam oven further includes a steam generator, and the method includes:
[0007] Determine the set temperature and capacity of the steam oven, and determine the steam demand based on the set temperature and capacity;
[0008] The steam generator is controlled to produce steam of no less than the required amount, and the steam is subjected to secondary heating treatment.
[0009] When the temperature of the steam reaches the set temperature, the output valve of the steam generator is opened to spray the steam into the steam oven.
[0010] Optionally, the steam generator further includes a heating wire, and the secondary heating treatment of the steam includes:
[0011] Obtain the pressure value inside the steam generator;
[0012] When the pressure value is greater than the first pressure threshold, it is determined that the steam generator has generated steam not less than the amount of steam required.
[0013] The heating wire is controlled to perform secondary heating treatment on the steam.
[0014] Optionally, the first pressure threshold is preset according to the steam demand and is positively correlated with the set temperature and the capacity.
[0015] Optionally, before the valve controlling the steam generator is opened, the method further includes:
[0016] The pressure value inside the steam generator is obtained. If the pressure value is greater than the second pressure threshold, it is determined that the steam has completed secondary heating and reached the set temperature.
[0017] Optionally, controlling the heating wire to perform secondary heating treatment on the steam includes:
[0018] Adjust the heating power of the heating wire according to the set temperature;
[0019] The heating wire is controlled to perform secondary heating treatment on the steam according to the heating power.
[0020] Optionally, the method further includes:
[0021] After the steam injection is completed, the heating wire is controlled to continue heating for a preset time to heat the residual steam in the steam pipeline.
[0022] Secondly, this application provides a control device for steam-assisted cooking in a steam oven, comprising:
[0023] The determining module is used to determine the set temperature and capacity of the steam oven, and to determine the steam demand based on the set temperature and capacity.
[0024] The processing module is used to control the steam generator to produce steam of no less than the required amount and to perform secondary heating treatment on the steam.
[0025] The processing module is also used to control the output valve of the steam generator to open and spray the steam into the steam oven when the temperature of the steam reaches the set temperature.
[0026] Optionally, the device further includes: an acquisition module;
[0027] The acquisition module is used to acquire the pressure value inside the steam generator;
[0028] The determining module is further configured to determine, when the pressure value is greater than the first pressure threshold, that the steam generator has generated steam not less than the amount of steam required.
[0029] The processing module is also used to control the heating wire to perform secondary heating treatment on the steam.
[0030] Optionally, the processing module is further configured to preset the first pressure threshold according to the steam demand.
[0031] Optionally, the acquisition module is further configured to acquire the pressure value inside the steam generator;
[0032] The determining module is further configured to determine that the steam has completed secondary heating and reached the set temperature when the pressure value is greater than the second pressure threshold.
[0033] Optionally, the processing module is further configured to adjust the heating power of the heating wire according to the set temperature;
[0034] The processing module is also used to control the heating wire to perform secondary heating treatment on the steam according to the heating power.
[0035] Optionally, the processing module is further configured to control the heating wire to continue heating for a preset time after the steam injection is completed, so as to heat the residual steam in the steam pipeline.
[0036] Thirdly, this application provides an electronic device, including: a processor, and a memory communicatively connected to the processor;
[0037] The memory stores computer-executed instructions;
[0038] The processor executes computer execution instructions stored in the memory to implement the steam-assisted cooking control method for a steam oven as described in the first aspect and various possible implementations thereof.
[0039] Fourthly, this application provides a computer-readable storage medium storing computer-executable instructions thereon, which, when executed by a processor, are used to implement the control method for steam-assisted cooking in a steam oven as described in the first aspect and various possible implementations of the first aspect.
[0040] Fifthly, this application provides a program product, including a computer program, which, when executed by a processor, implements the control method for steam-assisted cooking in a steam oven as described above.
[0041] The steam oven steam-assisted cooking control method, device, and electronic equipment provided in this application determine the set temperature and capacity of the steam oven, determine the steam demand based on the set temperature and capacity, control the steam generator to generate steam no less than the required amount, and perform secondary heating treatment on the steam. When the steam temperature reaches the set temperature, control the output valve of the steam generator to open and spray the steam into the steam oven, thereby reducing temperature fluctuations during the cooking process, ensuring even heating of food, and improving cooking quality. Attached Figure Description
[0042] 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.
[0043] Figure 1 A flowchart illustrating a steam-assisted cooking control method for a steam oven provided in this application. Figure 1 ;
[0044] Figure 2 A flowchart illustrating a steam-assisted cooking control method for a steam oven provided in this application. Figure 2 ;
[0045] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of a control device for steam-assisted cooking in a steam oven provided in this application;
[0046] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an electronic device provided in this application.
[0047] The accompanying drawings illustrate specific embodiments of this application, which will be described in more detail below. These drawings and descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the concept in any way, but rather to illustrate the concept of this application to those skilled in the art through reference to particular embodiments. Detailed Implementation
[0048] Exemplary embodiments will now be described in detail, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. When the following description relates to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numbers in different drawings denote the same or similar elements. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments consistent with this application. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatuses and methods consistent with some aspects of this application as detailed in the appended claims.
[0049] It should be noted that the user information (including but not limited to user device information, user personal information, etc.) and data (including but not limited to data used for analysis, data stored, data displayed, etc.) involved in this application are all information and data authorized by the user or fully authorized by all parties. Furthermore, the collection, storage, use, processing, transmission, provision, disclosure, and application of the relevant data all comply with relevant laws, regulations, and standards, necessary confidentiality measures have been taken, they do not violate public order and good morals, and corresponding operation portals are provided for users to choose to authorize or refuse.
[0050] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "connection," "fixed," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "fixed" can mean a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; it can mean a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can mean a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can mean the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.
[0051] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this application involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the meaning of "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions; for example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed in this application.
[0052] Steam ovens, as multifunctional kitchen appliances that combine steaming and baking, are widely used in home kitchens, hotel kitchens, and professional baking settings. Their core advantage lies in their ability to flexibly achieve various combined cooking modes through the synergistic effect of steam and hot air. Especially when steam is introduced during high-temperature baking, the precise control of humidity within the cavity has a decisive impact on the expansion effect, surface color, internal texture, and retention of nutrients in food.
[0053] In existing technologies, mainstream steam ovens typically use a method of directly spraying room temperature water into a high-temperature cavity to achieve steam-assisted humidification. The moisture is instantly vaporized by the thermal environment inside the cavity, thereby increasing the humidity level inside the cavity.
[0054] However, the temperature settings of steam ovens in baking mode are often as high as 150℃ to 230℃, while the temperature of the directly sprayed warm water is usually no more than 100℃. The introduction of a low-temperature medium causes temperature fluctuations inside the steam oven cavity. This results in uneven heating of food, reduced cooking efficiency, and affects the quality of the final product.
[0055] To address the aforementioned issues, this application proposes a control method, device, and electronic equipment for steam-assisted cooking in a steam oven. By determining the set temperature and capacity of the steam oven, and based on the set temperature and capacity, the steam demand is determined. The steam generator is controlled to produce steam exceeding the demand, and the steam undergoes secondary heating. When the steam temperature reaches the set temperature, the output valve of the steam generator is opened to spray steam into the steam oven, reducing temperature fluctuations during cooking, ensuring even heating of food, and improving cooking quality.
[0056] The technical solution of this application and how the technical solution of this application solves the above-mentioned technical problems are described in detail below with specific embodiments. These specific embodiments can be combined with each other, and the same or similar concepts or processes may not be described again in some embodiments. The embodiments of this application will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0057] Figure 1 A flowchart illustrating a control method for steam-assisted cooking in a steam oven, as provided in this application embodiment. Figure 1 ,like Figure 1 As shown, the control method for steam-assisted cooking in a steam oven provided in this embodiment includes:
[0058] S101. Determine the set temperature and capacity of the steam oven, and determine the steam demand based on the set temperature and capacity.
[0059] The set temperature directly reflects the heat intensity of the current cooking mode. For example:
[0060] In low-temperature steaming mode (e.g., 60℃~90℃), the water vapor saturation in the cavity is high, and a small amount of steam is enough to maintain high humidity;
[0061] Under high-temperature baking mode (e.g., 150℃~220℃), the air dryness and the rate of moisture evaporation are accelerated. To achieve the same relative humidity level, the amount of steam required increases significantly.
[0062] Therefore, the higher the set temperature, the greater the amount of steam required to maintain effective humidification. This positive correlation stems from the increased water-holding capacity of air at high temperatures, necessitating the injection of more water vapor to achieve the target humidity level.
[0063] The capacity determines the volume of the space that needs to be humidified. Smaller capacities require less steam to quickly raise the overall humidity; while larger capacities require more steam to achieve a uniform and effective humidity distribution. The larger the cavity volume, the greater the amount of steam required to achieve the same humidity level.
[0064] One possible approach is to calibrate the amount of steam required to achieve ideal cooking humidity under different combinations of set temperature and capacity through numerous experiments, and store the results as a lookup table. During oven operation, based on the user-input set temperature and the oven's inherent capacity, the steam demand corresponding to the set temperature and capacity is obtained through table lookup and interpolation.
[0065] Preferably, the steam demand recorded in the lookup table usually includes a certain safety margin (such as +10%) to compensate for deviations in actual operating conditions such as water hardness, voltage fluctuations, and insufficient sealing of the steam oven.
[0066] By using the set temperature and cavity capacity as the basis for determining the amount of steam required, the system avoids insufficient or excessive humidification caused by the traditional fixed steam injection mode, thereby reducing unnecessary steam generation and heating energy consumption.
[0067] S102. Control the steam generator to produce steam no less than the required amount of steam, and perform secondary heating treatment on the steam.
[0068] Steam demand is typically expressed in grams (mass). Since most household steam ovens use constant-power electric steam generators, their steam generation rate per unit time is essentially constant. Therefore, steam demand is converted into steam generator operating time.
[0069]
[0070] The control module sends a start command to the steam generator, instructing it to begin heating the water source and continue operation. During the heating process, the water is heated to boiling and converted into steam.
[0071] The steam generated by the steam generator is limited by the boiling point of water (usually ≤100℃), which is far lower than the set temperature of the steam oven in high-temperature mode. If injected directly, the steam will absorb a large amount of sensible heat, causing the cavity temperature to drop sharply. Therefore, the steam must be reheated to raise its temperature to the set temperature.
[0072] It should be noted that the secondary heating is not turned on continuously, but only after confirming that the steam output is sufficient, in order to save energy.
[0073] S103. When the steam temperature reaches the set temperature, control the output valve of the steam generator to open and spray steam into the steam oven.
[0074] When the actual temperature of the steam after secondary heating is confirmed to have reached or exceeded the set temperature of the steam oven, the control module sends an opening command to the output valve at the steam generator outlet. Upon receiving the opening signal, the valve core of the output valve quickly moves under the drive of electromagnetic force, opening the originally closed steam passage. Under the pressure difference between the internal pressure of the steam generator and the cavity, the high-temperature steam flows at high speed along the steam duct into the steam oven cavity and is evenly sprayed into specific areas of the cavity through preset nozzles or steam outlets.
[0075] The injection process continues until all the required steam for this cycle has been released, or the control module determines the end condition based on the preset injection duration, pressure drop threshold, or flow integral and issues a valve closing command to cut off the steam output.
[0076] This embodiment provides a control method for steam-assisted cooking in a steam oven. The method determines the set temperature and capacity of the steam oven, and determines the steam demand based on the set temperature and capacity. It controls the steam generator to generate steam of no less than the required amount and performs secondary heating on the steam. When the steam temperature reaches the set temperature, it controls the output valve of the steam generator to open and spray the steam into the steam oven. This reduces temperature fluctuations during the cooking process, ensures even heating of food, and improves cooking quality.
[0077] Figure 2 A flowchart illustrating a control method for steam-assisted cooking in a steam oven, as provided in this application embodiment. Figure 2 .like Figure 2 As shown, in Figure 1 Based on the embodiments, the control method for steam-assisted cooking in a steam oven is described in detail, including:
[0078] S201. Determine the set temperature and capacity of the steam oven, and determine the steam demand based on the set temperature and capacity.
[0079] Step S201 is similar to step S101 above, and will not be repeated here.
[0080] S202, Control the steam generator to produce steam no less than the required amount.
[0081] Based on the determined steam demand, which is usually expressed in grams or equivalent steam production time, the working state of the steam generator is precisely controlled to ensure that the total amount of steam actually generated is not less than the demand.
[0082] One possible implementation is that the control module outputs a high level to the main heating circuit of the steam generator to start its internal heating wire. At the same time, if it is an external water supply structure, the water inlet solenoid valve is opened simultaneously to inject a certain amount of water into the evaporation chamber to ensure that the evaporation surface is continuously moist.
[0083] Steam generator throughout The system remains under heating, rapidly heating water to its boiling point and vaporizing it to generate saturated steam. To ensure that the actual steam production is greater than or equal to the demand, the calculated output must be strictly followed. It also reserves a safety margin of 5%–10% to compensate for the decrease in steam production efficiency caused by factors such as water hardness, voltage fluctuations, scaling and aging.
[0084] Throughout the steam generation process, the steam generator's output valve remains closed, preventing the generated steam from escaping and causing it to accumulate within the chamber. This not only helps in determining the steam volume through pressure but also creates a sealed retention condition for subsequent secondary heating.
[0085] S203. Obtain the pressure value inside the steam generator.
[0086] The present invention aims to ensure that the temperature of the steam injected into the oven cavity is not lower than the currently set temperature, thereby avoiding temperature disturbances caused by the injection of low-temperature media. However, in high-temperature cooking scenarios, the actual steam temperature cannot be directly measured due to the following issues:
[0087] High-temperature saturated / superheated steam is highly corrosive to sensors;
[0088] Steam has a high flow rate and low heat capacity, resulting in a lag in the response of traditional temperature probes.
[0089] Sensors placed in narrow steam pipes are prone to clogging or failure.
[0090] Therefore, direct temperature measurement cannot be used as the criterion for valve opening. Instead, an indirect but reliable multi-parameter collaborative judgment mechanism is adopted to achieve the control logic of "steam injection when the temperature reaches the target" while ensuring safety and accuracy.
[0091] S204. When the pressure value is greater than the first pressure threshold, it is determined that the steam generator has generated steam that is not less than the amount of steam required.
[0092] During the operation of the steam generator, if its output valve remains closed, the evaporation chamber forms a nearly sealed volumetric space. As the heating wire continuously heats the water source, the liquid water vaporizes into water vapor, and the mass of the gas phase inside the chamber continuously increases.
[0093] In reality, the steam is saturated, but within a fixed cavity volume and a similar temperature range, the pressure inside the cavity increases monotonically with the mass of steam generated; that is, the more steam, the higher the pressure. Therefore, pressure can be used as an effective proxy variable for the amount of steam accumulated.
[0094] Preferably, the first pressure threshold is preset based on the steam demand and is positively correlated with the set temperature and capacity. The first pressure threshold is not a fixed value, but is dynamically set or obtained by looking up a table based on the steam demand required for the current cooking task.
[0095] One possible implementation is that the control module continuously collects the pressure signal inside the cavity through a pressure sensor installed on the steam generator housing. When the pressure value is greater than a first pressure threshold, it determines that the steam generator has produced steam that is not less than the required amount of steam.
[0096] S205. Adjust the heating power of the heating wire according to the set temperature.
[0097] S206. Control the heating wire to perform secondary heating treatment on the steam according to the heating power.
[0098] One possible implementation is that the control module reads the current set temperature value of the steam oven; based on this set temperature, it determines the corresponding heating power level from a pre-stored mapping relationship.
[0099] The mapping relationship is that the higher the set temperature, the greater the corresponding heating power; for example, when the set temperature is 150℃, the corresponding heating power is 300W; when the set temperature is 200℃, the corresponding heating power is 450W; and when the set temperature is 230℃, the corresponding heating power is 550W. This mapping relationship was obtained through experimental calibration and is stored in the controller's memory.
[0100] The control module outputs a control signal matching the heating power to the drive circuit of the heating wire. The drive circuit adjusts the voltage or duty cycle applied to both ends of the heating wire according to the control signal, so that the heating wire heats up at the target power. When the steam flows through the steam channel where the heating wire is located, it comes into contact with the high-temperature surface of the heating wire, absorbs heat, and its temperature rises; the heating process continues until the steam is heated to a level not lower than the set temperature.
[0101] S207. Obtain the pressure value inside the steam generator. If the pressure value is greater than the second pressure threshold, determine that the steam has completed secondary heating and reached the set temperature.
[0102] S208. Control the steam generator's output valve to open, injecting steam into the steam oven.
[0103] One possible implementation involves using a pressure sensor mounted on the steam generator housing to collect the internal steam pressure in real time. The second pressure threshold is a fixed value or a lookup value pre-calibrated based on the set temperature of the steam oven, and the second pressure threshold is greater than the first pressure threshold. When the real-time pressure value is continuously greater than or equal to the second pressure threshold, the control module determines that the steam has accumulated in the sealed cavity for a sufficient time and has been fully heated under the action of the heating wire, and its temperature has reached or exceeded the current set temperature.
[0104] The control module sends an opening command to the solenoid valve at the steam generator outlet; after receiving the opening command, the solenoid valve actuates and opens the steam passage; high-temperature steam is driven by the internal pressure of the steam generator and is quickly injected into the steam oven cavity through the steam pipe and nozzle; the injection process continues until the preset injection time ends or the pressure drops to the closing threshold, at which point the control module sends a closing command to reset and close the output valve.
[0105] S209. After the steam injection is completed, control the heating wire to continue heating for a preset time to heat the residual steam in the steam pipeline.
[0106] When the control module determines that the steam injection process has ended (e.g., the output valve has been closed, or the injection time has reached the set value), it does not immediately cut off the power supply to the heating wire, but instead starts a delay timer to keep the heating wire in operation.
[0107] The preset duration is either a fixed value or a dynamically determined time value based on the current set temperature. Within the preset duration, the heating wire maintains the same heating power as during the injection phase. A small amount of steam remaining in the steam generator outlet section, steam pipe, and upstream cavity of the valve is further heated by the continuous heat from the heating wire, ensuring its temperature does not fall below the current set temperature of the steam oven. Only after the delay timer reaches the preset duration does the control module issue a command to completely shut down the heating wire's drive circuit, stopping the secondary heating operation.
[0108] This embodiment provides a control method for steam-assisted cooking in a steam oven. This method dynamically determines the required steam quantity by combining the set temperature and capacity of the steam oven, and controls the steam generator to produce sufficient steam accordingly. Using the internal pressure of the steam generator as an indirect judgment criterion, when the pressure exceeds a first pressure threshold corresponding to the steam demand, it is confirmed that the steam output meets the requirements, and the heating wire is activated to reheat the steam. The heating power of the heating wire is dynamically adjusted according to the set temperature to ensure that the steam is effectively heated. Further, a second pressure threshold is used to determine if the steam has reached the set temperature. Based on this, the output valve is opened to inject steam at a temperature not lower than the set temperature into the cavity. After the injection is completed, the heating wire continues to work for a preset time to heat the residual steam in the pipeline, preventing low-temperature residual steam from entering the cavity, fundamentally avoiding temperature fluctuations caused by traditional low-temperature steam or room-temperature water injection.
[0109] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the control device for steam-assisted cooking in a steam oven, as provided in this application. Figure 3 As shown, this application provides a control device for steam-assisted cooking in a steam oven. The control device 300 for steam-assisted cooking in a steam oven includes:
[0110] The determining module 301 is used to determine the set temperature and capacity of the steam oven, and to determine the steam demand based on the set temperature and capacity.
[0111] The processing module 302 is used to control the steam generator to produce steam of no less than the required amount and to perform secondary heating treatment on the steam.
[0112] The processing module 302 is also used to control the output valve of the steam generator to open and spray steam into the steam oven when the steam temperature reaches the set temperature.
[0113] Optionally, the device may also include: an acquisition module 303;
[0114] The acquisition module 303 is used to acquire the pressure value inside the steam generator;
[0115] The determination module 301 is also used to determine, when the pressure value is greater than the first pressure threshold, that the steam generator has generated steam not less than the amount of steam required.
[0116] The processing module 302 is also used to control the heating wire to perform secondary heating treatment on the steam.
[0117] Optionally, the processing module 302 is also used to preset a first pressure threshold based on the steam demand.
[0118] Optionally, the acquisition module 303 is also used to acquire the pressure value inside the steam generator;
[0119] The determination module 301 is also used to determine that the steam has completed secondary heating and reached the set temperature when the pressure value is greater than the second pressure threshold.
[0120] Optionally, the processing module 302 is also used to adjust the heating power of the heating wire according to the set temperature;
[0121] The processing module 302 is also used to control the heating wire to perform secondary heating treatment on the steam according to the heating power.
[0122] Optionally, the processing module 302 is also used to control the heating wire to continue heating for a preset time after the steam injection is completed, so as to heat the residual steam in the steam pipeline.
[0123] The control device for steam-assisted cooking of the steam oven provided in this application embodiment has a similar implementation principle and technical effect to the implementation of each part of the aforementioned control method for steam-assisted cooking of the steam oven, and will not be described again here.
[0124] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an electronic device provided in this application. Figure 4 As shown, the electronic device 400 includes: a receiver 401, a transmitter 402, a processor 403, and a memory 404.
[0125] Receiver 401 is used to receive instructions and data;
[0126] Transmitter 402 is used to send commands and data;
[0127] Memory 404 is used to store instructions executed by the computer;
[0128] The processor 403 is used to execute computer execution instructions stored in the memory 404 to implement the various steps of the steam-assisted cooking control method for the steam oven in the above embodiments. For details, please refer to the relevant descriptions in the foregoing embodiments of the steam-assisted cooking control method for the steam oven.
[0129] Optionally, the memory 404 can be either standalone or integrated with the processor 403.
[0130] When the memory 404 is set up independently, the electronic device also includes a bus for connecting the memory 404 and the processor 403.
[0131] The implementation principle and technical effects of the electronic device provided in this embodiment can be found in the foregoing embodiments, and will not be repeated here.
[0132] This application also provides a computer-readable storage medium storing computer-executable instructions, which, when executed by a processor, implement the method of any of the foregoing embodiments.
[0133] This application also provides a computer program product, including a computer program that, when executed by a processor, implements the method of any of the foregoing embodiments.
[0134] It should be noted that, for the sake of simplicity, the foregoing method embodiments are all described as a series of actions. However, those skilled in the art should understand that this application is not limited to the described order of actions, as some steps may be performed in other orders or simultaneously according to this application. Furthermore, those skilled in the art should also understand that the embodiments described in the specification are all optional embodiments, and the actions and modules involved are not necessarily essential to this application.
[0135] It should be further noted that although the steps in the flowchart are shown sequentially according to the arrows, these steps are not necessarily executed in the order indicated by the arrows. Unless explicitly stated herein, there is no strict order restriction on the execution of these steps, and they can be executed in other orders. Moreover, at least some steps in the flowchart may include multiple sub-steps or multiple stages. These sub-steps or stages are not necessarily completed at the same time, but can be executed at different times. The execution order of these sub-steps or stages is not necessarily sequential, but can be performed alternately or in turn with other steps or at least some of the sub-steps or stages of other steps.
[0136] It should be understood that the above-described device embodiments are merely illustrative, and the device of this application can also be implemented in other ways. For example, the division of units / modules in the above embodiments is only a logical functional division, and there may be other division methods in actual implementation. For example, multiple units, modules, or components may be combined, or integrated into another system, or some features may be ignored or not executed.
[0137] Furthermore, unless otherwise specified, the functional units / modules in the various embodiments of this application can be integrated into one unit / module, or each unit / module can exist physically separately, or two or more units / modules can be integrated together. The integrated units / modules described above can be implemented in hardware or as software program modules.
[0138] In the above embodiments, the descriptions of each embodiment have their own emphasis. For parts not described in detail in a certain embodiment, please refer to the relevant descriptions of other embodiments. The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined arbitrarily. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as the combination of these technical features does not contradict each other, it should be considered within the scope of this specification.
[0139] 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. The specification and examples are to be considered exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of this application are indicated by the following claims.
[0140] 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 steam-assisted cooking in a steam oven, characterized in that, The control module is applied to a steam oven, which further includes a steam generator. The method includes: Determine the set temperature and capacity of the steam oven, and determine the steam demand based on the set temperature and capacity; The steam generator is controlled to produce steam of no less than the required amount, and the steam is subjected to secondary heating treatment. When the temperature of the steam reaches the set temperature, the output valve of the steam generator is opened to spray the steam into the steam oven.
2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The steam generator further includes a heating wire, and the secondary heating treatment of the steam includes: Obtain the pressure value inside the steam generator; When the pressure value is greater than the first pressure threshold, it is determined that the steam generator has generated steam not less than the amount of steam required. The heating wire is controlled to perform secondary heating treatment on the steam.
3. The method according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first pressure threshold is preset based on the steam demand and is positively correlated with the set temperature and the capacity.
4. The method according to claim 3, characterized in that, Before the valve controlling the steam generator is opened, the method further includes: The pressure value inside the steam generator is obtained. If the pressure value is greater than the second pressure threshold, it is determined that the steam has completed secondary heating and reached the set temperature.
5. The method according to claim 2, characterized in that, The control of the heating wire to perform secondary heating of the steam includes: Adjust the heating power of the heating wire according to the set temperature; The heating wire is controlled to perform secondary heating treatment on the steam according to the heating power.
6. The method according to claim 2, characterized in that, The method further includes: After the steam injection is completed, the heating wire is controlled to continue heating for a preset time to heat the residual steam in the steam pipeline.
7. A control device for steam-assisted cooking in a steam oven, characterized in that, The device includes: The determining module is used to determine the set temperature and capacity of the steam oven, and to determine the steam demand based on the set temperature and capacity. The processing module is used to control the steam generator to produce steam of no less than the required amount and to perform secondary heating treatment on the steam. The processing module is also used to control the output valve of the steam generator to open and spray the steam into the steam oven when the temperature of the steam reaches the set temperature.
8. An electronic device, characterized in that, include: A processor, and a memory communicatively connected to the processor; The memory stores computer-executed instructions; The processor executes computer execution instructions stored in the memory to implement the method as described in any one of claims 1 to 6.
9. A computer-readable storage medium, characterized in that, The computer-readable storage medium stores computer-executable instructions, which, when executed by a processor, are used to implement the method as described in any one of claims 1 to 6.
10. A computer program product, characterized in that, Includes a computer program that, when executed by a processor, implements the method of any one of claims 1 to 6.