Fluid blowing structure of vehicle-mounted beverage machine, vehicle-mounted beverage machine and vehicle

Abstract

This invention discloses a fluid blowing structure for a vehicle-mounted beverage machine, the beverage machine itself, and a vehicle. The invention relates to the field of vehicle-mounted beverage machine technology. The blowing structure is positioned between the brewing structure and the dispensing structure. When the dispensing structure is in the beverage dispensing position, the beverage flowing from the brewing structure flows through the dispensing structure into a holding container. The blowing structure can blow air into the dispensing structure to expel some residual liquid, allowing it to flow into the holding container. When the dispensing structure is in the residual liquid recovery position, the blowing structure can blow air into the dispensing structure to expel any remaining residual liquid, allowing it to flow into the waste collection structure of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine. Therefore, on the one hand, beverage waste can be avoided, improving the cleanliness, ease of cleaning, and safety of the beverages consumed in the vehicle-mounted beverage machine. On the other hand, it can also prevent residual liquid from accumulating and clogging the dispensing structure, extending the service life of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine. Furthermore, it can assist in drying and dehumidifying the dispensing and waste collection structures, preventing the growth of bacteria in a damp environment that could affect safe use.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of vehicle-mounted beverage machine technology, and in particular to a fluid blowing structure for a vehicle-mounted beverage machine, the vehicle-mounted beverage machine, and the vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of vehicles and consumers' pursuit of high-quality travel experiences, high-end vehicles are no longer just a means of transportation, but are also regarded as mobile living spaces and business and leisure venues. To meet users' needs for a refined and personalized lifestyle, integrated in-vehicle beverage machines (especially in-vehicle coffee machines and tea machines) have become one of the important configurations for many high-end models to enhance the interior luxury and functionality. In-vehicle beverage machines can provide users with a variety of freshly brewed hot drinks such as freshly ground coffee, hot tea, and milk drinks while driving or parked, greatly improving the comfort and convenience of driving and riding. However, after a single beverage brewing process, existing in-vehicle beverage machines always leave a small amount of residual beverage liquid that cannot be completely discharged. This residual liquid will remain and adhere to the dispensing structure of the in-vehicle beverage machine, not only causing beverage waste, but also causing the dispensing structure to be damp for a long time, producing odors and bacteria, and making the dispensing structure difficult to clean later, thus reducing the user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This invention aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. Therefore, one objective of this invention is to provide a fluid blowing structure for a vehicle-mounted beverage dispenser. On the one hand, this structure can avoid beverage waste, improve the cleanliness, ease of cleaning, and safety of the beverages consumed, while also preventing residual liquid from accumulating and clogging the dispensing structure, thus extending the service life of the vehicle-mounted beverage dispenser. On the other hand, it can also assist in drying and dehumidifying the dispensing structure and waste collection structure, preventing the growth of bacteria in a humid environment that could affect safe use.

[0004] The present invention further proposes a vehicle-mounted beverage machine having the above-mentioned fluid blowing structure.

[0005] The present invention further proposes a vehicle having the above-mentioned in-vehicle beverage machine.

[0006] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a fluid blowing structure for a vehicle-mounted beverage machine includes: a blowing structure disposed between a brewing structure and a liquid dispensing structure of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine; the blowing structure includes: an air pump and an air guide pipe; the air guide pipe is used to connect the pump outlet of the air pump and the liquid dispensing structure so that gas flowing out from the air pump flows into the liquid dispensing structure. The liquid outlet structure has a beverage dispensing station and a residual liquid recycling station. When the liquid outlet structure is in the beverage dispensing station, the beverage flowing out of the brewing structure flows through the liquid outlet structure into the liquid holding container. The blowing structure can blow air into the liquid outlet structure to blow out some of the residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure so that the residual liquid flows into the liquid holding container. When the liquid outlet structure is in the residual liquid recovery station, the blowing structure has at least a first working state. In the first working state, the air pump can blow air into the liquid outlet structure to further blow out the remaining residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure so that the residual liquid flows into the waste collection structure of the vehicle beverage machine and is collected by the waste collection structure.

[0007] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the fluid blowing structure of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine allows the blowing structure to blow air toward the liquid outlet structure, thereby drying or expelling residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure. This not only avoids beverage waste and improves the cleanliness, ease of cleaning, and safety of the beverages, but also prevents residual liquid from accumulating and clogging the liquid outlet structure, extending the service life of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine. Furthermore, it assists in drying and dehumidifying the liquid outlet structure and waste collection structure, preventing the growth of bacteria in a humid environment that could affect safe use.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, when the liquid outlet structure is in the residual liquid recovery station, the blowing structure has at least a second working state. In the second working state, the blowing structure transitions from blowing away the remaining residual liquid to drying the liquid outlet structure. Based on the second working state, the liquid outlet structure is further dried by continuous air blowing from the air pump.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the waste collection structure includes: a residual liquid collection channel and a waste discharge pipe. The residual liquid collection channel is located below the liquid outlet structure. A drain hole is provided at the bottom of the residual liquid collection channel. The residual liquid collection channel is connected to the waste discharge pipe through the drain hole. When the liquid outlet structure is in the residual liquid recovery position and the blowing structure is in the first working state, the residual liquid blown out by the blowing structure is collected in sequence through the residual liquid collection channel, the drain hole, and the waste discharge pipe.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the liquid outlet structure has a bottom wall with a liquid outlet formed thereon, and the bottom wall is inclined toward the liquid outlet so that the residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure flows toward the liquid outlet.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, when the liquid outlet structure is in the residual liquid recovery station and the blowing structure is in the second working state, the air continuously blown out by the air pump will be blown through the liquid outlet to the residual liquid collection channel, and then blown through the liquid drain hole to the waste discharge pipe to carry away the moisture in the residual liquid collection channel and the waste discharge pipe to achieve auxiliary drying and dehumidification.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the waste collection structure further includes a residual liquid storage tank. When the liquid outlet structure is in the residual liquid recovery station and the blowing structure is in the first working state, the residual liquid blown out by the blowing structure is collected by the residual liquid storage tank in sequence through the residual liquid collection channel, the liquid outlet hole, and the waste discharge pipe.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the residual liquid storage tank is provided with a partition plate with a central opening, the partition plate dividing the residual liquid storage tank into a dry space and a wet space, the dry space being configured to collect waste beverage capsules, and the wet space being configured to collect residual liquid.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a vehicle-mounted beverage machine includes: The fluid blowing structure is the fluid blowing structure of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine in the above embodiment; The system comprises a brewing structure, a liquid dispensing structure, and a waste collection structure. The brewing structure is used for brewing beverages. The liquid dispensing structure is movable along a horizontal plane to the beverage dispensing station and the residual liquid recovery station. At the beverage dispensing station, the liquid dispensing structure extends outward from the vehicle-mounted beverage machine, and a blowing structure can blow air towards the liquid dispensing structure to blow the residual liquid in the liquid dispensing structure into the liquid holding container. At the residual liquid recovery station, the liquid dispensing structure retracts inward into the vehicle-mounted beverage machine, and a blowing structure can blow air towards the liquid dispensing structure to blow the residual liquid in the liquid dispensing structure into the waste collection structure. The blowing structure is located between the brewing structure and the liquid dispensing structure and is connected to the liquid dispensing structure. The waste collection structure is used to collect the residual liquid.

[0015] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a liquid outlet cavity is formed within the liquid outlet structure, and an air inlet is formed within the liquid outlet structure, the air inlet connecting the liquid outlet cavity and the blowing structure.

[0016] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the liquid outlet structure has a first wall and a second wall, the first wall being the bottom wall of the liquid outlet cavity, the second wall being the side wall of the liquid outlet cavity, the first wall having a liquid outlet communicating with the liquid outlet cavity, and the second wall having an air inlet.

[0017] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the liquid outlet structure further includes a partition, which is disposed in the liquid outlet cavity to divide the liquid outlet cavity into multiple sub-liquid outlet cavities. There are multiple liquid outlets, and the multiple liquid outlets and multiple sub-liquid outlet cavities are connected in a one-to-one correspondence. The air inlet is connected to all multiple sub-liquid outlet cavities.

[0018] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the vehicle-mounted beverage machine further includes: a liquid storage structure, which is connected to the brewing structure; a second wall portion having a plurality of liquid inlets; each sub-liquid outlet chamber being connected to a liquid inlet; and the plurality of liquid inlets being connected to the brewing structure and the liquid storage structure respectively.

[0019] The vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention includes the in-vehicle beverage machine described in the above embodiment.

[0020] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0021] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which: Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram showing the relative positions of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine and the fluid blowing structure according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the partition in the residual liquid storage tank; Figure 4 yes Figure 2 Enlarged view of point A in the middle; Figure 5 yes Figure 2 Enlarged view of point B in the middle; Figure 6 This is an assembly diagram of the fluid blowing structure and the liquid outlet structure according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional view of the liquid outlet structure according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Figure label: Fluid blowing structure 100; 200 mobile beverage dispensers; Brewing Structure 10; Liquid storage structure 20; Liquid outlet structure 30; liquid outlet chamber 31; air inlet 32; first wall portion 33; second wall portion 34; partition portion 35; sub-liquid outlet chamber 36; liquid inlet 37; liquid outlet 38; Blowing structure 40; air pump 41; pump outlet 42; air guide pipe 43.

[0023] Waste collection structure 50; residual liquid guide section 51; residual liquid storage tank 52; partition plate 521; dry space 522; wet space 523; waste discharge pipe 53; guide shell 54; residual liquid collection channel 55; first connecting hole 56; bottom wall of guide shell 57; drain hole 58; pipe inlet 59; pipe outlet 60; cup holder 61. Detailed Implementation

[0024] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0025] The following is for reference. Figures 1-7 The fluid blowing structure of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine, the vehicle-mounted beverage machine, and the vehicle are described according to embodiments of the present invention.

[0026] The fluid blowing structure 100 of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: The blowing structure 40 is used to be disposed between the brewing structure 10 and the liquid dispensing structure 30 of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200. The liquid outlet structure 30 has a beverage liquid outlet station and a residual liquid recycling station. When the liquid outlet structure 30 is in the beverage liquid outlet station, the beverage flowing out from the brewing structure 10 flows through the liquid outlet structure 30 into the liquid holding container. The blowing structure 40 can blow air into the liquid outlet structure 30 to blow out some of the residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure 30 so that the residual liquid flows into the liquid holding container. When the liquid outlet structure 30 is in the residual liquid recovery station, the blowing structure 40 has at least a first working state. In the first working state, the air pump 41 can blow air into the liquid outlet structure 30 to further blow out the remaining residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure 30 so that the residual liquid flows into the waste collection structure 50 of the vehicle beverage machine 200.

[0027] in, Figure 6 The blowing structure 40 in the middle is suitable for assembly with Figure 1 At point C, the blowing structure 40 is assembled with the liquid dispensing structure 30. The vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200 includes a brewing structure 10 and a liquid dispensing structure 30. The brewing structure 10 can be used to brew beverages such as coffee and juice. The liquid dispensing structure 30 is connected to the brewing structure 10 to discharge the beverage brewed by the brewing structure 10 from the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200.

[0028] The dispensing structure 30 is movable along the horizontal plane to the beverage dispensing station and the residual liquid recycling station. At the beverage dispensing station, the dispensing structure 30 extends outward from the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200 to dispense beverages into the user's liquid container. At the residual liquid recycling station, the dispensing structure 30 retracts inward into the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200, which can prevent the dispensing structure 30 from scratching the occupants or equipment in the vehicle, thus improving safety and reliability. Furthermore, the retraction of the dispensing structure 30 into the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200 can prevent any residual liquid that may remain on the dispensing structure 30 from flowing into the vehicle, which helps to keep the vehicle clean and reduces the frequency of cleaning the vehicle for the user.

[0029] The fluid blowing structure 100 includes a blowing structure 40, which can be constructed as an air pump 41, a blower, or other similar type, and can be reasonably selected and set according to actual conditions. The blowing structure 40 is used to be installed between the brewing structure 10 and the liquid outlet structure 30, and is used to communicate with the liquid outlet structure 30 so that the blowing structure 40 can blow air toward the liquid outlet structure 30, thereby drying or blowing out the residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure 30.

[0030] When the liquid outlet structure 30 is located at the beverage outlet station, the beverage flowing out of the brewing structure 10 flows through the liquid outlet structure 30 into the liquid holding container for holding the beverage. The blowing structure 40 can blow air into the liquid outlet structure 30 to blow out the residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure 30 so that the residual liquid flows into the liquid holding container. This can discharge the brewed beverage into the liquid holding container as much as possible, reduce beverage waste, and also prevent residual liquid from sticking to the outlet 38 of the liquid outlet structure 30, thus improving the cleanliness of the vehicle beverage machine 200.

[0031] According to some embodiments of the present invention, when the liquid outlet structure 30 is in the residual liquid recovery station, the blowing structure 40 has at least a second working state. In the second working state, the blowing structure 40 transitions from blowing away the remaining residual liquid to drying the liquid outlet structure 30. Based on the second working state, the liquid outlet structure 30 is further dried by continuous air blowing by the air pump 41.

[0032] When the liquid outlet structure 30 is located at the residual liquid recovery station, the blowing structure 40 can blow air into the liquid outlet structure 30 to blow out the residual liquid inside the liquid outlet structure 30 so that the residual liquid flows into the waste collection structure 50 of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200, and further dry the liquid outlet structure 30. This not only recovers the residual liquid and avoids the residual liquid that has been left for a long time from mixing into the next brewed beverage and affecting the quality of the beverage, but also keeps the liquid outlet structure 30 dry, which can prevent the growth of bacteria and mold, improve the drinking safety of the beverage, and also prevent the residual liquid from accumulating and adhering to block the liquid outlet structure 30. This is conducive to maintaining the performance stability of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200 and extending the service life of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200.

[0033] By blowing air onto the liquid outlet structure 30 in both of the above situations using the blowing structure 40, the dryness and cleanliness of the liquid outlet structure 30 can be further ensured, thus further ensuring the cleanliness and safety of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200.

[0034] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the fluid blowing structure 100 of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200, by setting the blowing structure 40 so that the blowing structure 40 can blow air toward the liquid outlet structure 30, can dry or blow out the residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure 30. This not only reduces beverage waste, but also prevents residual liquid from sticking to the liquid outlet 38 of the liquid outlet structure 30, improving the cleanliness of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200. It can also recover residual liquid and keep the liquid outlet structure 30 dry, thereby preventing the growth of bacteria and mold, improving the safety of drinking beverages, and preventing residual liquid from accumulating and clogging the liquid outlet structure 30. This is beneficial to maintaining the performance stability of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200 and extending its service life.

[0035] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the blowing structure 40 includes an air pump 41 and an air guide pipe 43. The air guide pipe 43 is used to connect the pump outlet 42 of the air pump 41 and the liquid outlet structure 30 so that the gas flowing out from the air pump 41 flows into the liquid outlet structure 30.

[0036] Among them, the air pump 41 has advantages such as high efficiency, economy, and environmental protection. Furthermore, the air pump 41 has a simple structure, is robust and durable, and has a long service life. The pump outlet 42 of the air pump 41 is used to connect with the liquid outlet structure 30, allowing the air flowing from the air pump 41 to flow into the liquid outlet structure 30. This enables the air pump 41 to quickly and efficiently blow the residual liquid inside the liquid outlet structure 30, thus blowing the residual liquid into the beverage container to reduce beverage waste and preventing residual liquid from clinging to the liquid outlet 38 of the liquid outlet structure 30, improving the cleanliness of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200. It also dries the liquid outlet structure 30, preventing the growth of bacteria and mold and improving the safety of the beverage.

[0037] Furthermore, by using an air pump 41 to pump free air into the liquid outlet structure 30, the main costs are in electricity and the equipment itself. The long-term operating costs are low, and there is no waste of other resources, which improves the economy and environmental friendliness of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200.

[0038] The air guide tube 43 is used to connect the pump outlet 42 of the air pump 41 and the liquid outlet structure 30. This avoids direct connection between the pump outlet 42 of the air pump 41 and the liquid outlet structure 30, extending the distance between the pump outlet 42 and the residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure 30. This prevents the residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure 30 from splashing onto the pump outlet 42. Even if the residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure 30 splashes into the air guide tube 43, it will still be dried by the gas pumped by the air pump 41, minimizing the residue and further improving the cleanliness of the vehicle beverage machine 200.

[0039] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 2 and Figure 4As shown, the waste collection structure 50 includes a residual liquid collection channel 55 and a waste discharge pipe 53. The residual liquid collection channel 55 is located below the liquid outlet structure 30. The bottom of the residual liquid collection channel 55 is provided with a drain hole 58. The residual liquid collection channel 55 is connected to the waste discharge pipe 53 through the drain hole 58. When the liquid outlet structure 30 is in the residual liquid recovery position, the residual liquid blown out by the blowing structure 40 is collected in sequence through the residual liquid collection channel 55, the drain hole 58, and the waste discharge pipe 53.

[0040] According to some embodiments of the present invention, when the liquid outlet structure 30 is in the residual liquid recovery position and the blowing structure 40 is in the second working state, the air continuously blown out by the air pump 41 will be blown through the liquid outlet 38 to the residual liquid collection channel 55, and then blown through the liquid drain hole 58 to the waste discharge pipe 53 to carry away the moisture in the residual liquid collection channel 55 and the waste discharge pipe 53 to achieve auxiliary drying and dehumidification.

[0041] The waste collection structure 50 is located in the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200. The waste collection structure 50 includes a residual liquid collection channel 55 and a waste discharge pipe 53. The residual liquid collection channel 55 is located below the liquid outlet structure 30 to facilitate the smooth flow of residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure 30 into the residual liquid collection channel 55. The bottom of the residual liquid collection channel 55 is provided with a drain hole 58. The residual liquid collection channel 55 is connected to the waste discharge pipe 53 through the drain hole 58. When the liquid outlet structure 30 is in the residual liquid recovery position, the residual liquid blown out by the blowing structure 40 is collected in sequence through the residual liquid collection channel 55, the drain hole 58, and the waste discharge pipe 53. This can keep the liquid outlet structure 30 dry, prevent the growth of bacteria and mold, improve the drinking safety of beverages, and also prevent residual liquid from accumulating and clogging the liquid outlet structure 30. This is conducive to maintaining the performance stability of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200 and extending the service life of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200.

[0042] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 5 As shown, the liquid outlet structure 30 has a bottom wall with a liquid outlet 38 formed thereon. The bottom wall is inclined toward the liquid outlet 38 so that the residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure 30 flows toward the liquid outlet 38.

[0043] The liquid dispensing structure 30 has a bottom wall with a liquid outlet 38. The beverage in the liquid dispensing structure 30 flows into the liquid holding container through the liquid outlet 38. The bottom wall is inclined towards the liquid outlet 38, which can increase the speed at which the beverage in the liquid dispensing structure 30 flows into the liquid holding container through the liquid outlet 38. It can also allow a small amount of residual liquid in the liquid dispensing structure 30 to flow to the liquid outlet 38 by its own gravity and be discharged. Then, through the blowing action of the blowing structure 40, the residual liquid can be discharged quickly, thus improving the working efficiency of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200.

[0044] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200, such as Figure 2 As shown, it includes: The fluid blowing structure 100 is the fluid blowing structure 100 of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200 in the above embodiment; The beverage is brewing structure 10, dispensing structure 30, and waste collection structure 50. Brewing structure 10 is used for brewing beverages. Dispensing structure 30 is movable along the horizontal plane to the beverage dispensing station and the residual liquid recycling station. At the beverage dispensing station, dispensing structure 30 extends outward from the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200, and blowing structure 40 can blow air toward dispensing structure 30 to blow the residual liquid in dispensing structure 30 into the liquid container. At the residual liquid recycling station, dispensing structure 30 retracts inward into the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200, and blowing structure 40 can blow air toward dispensing structure 30 to blow the residual liquid in dispensing structure 30 into waste collection structure 50. Blowing structure 40 is located between brewing structure 10 and dispensing structure 30 and is connected to dispensing structure 30. Waste collection structure 50 is used to collect residual liquid.

[0045] The brewing structure 10 is used for brewing beverages. The liquid dispensing structure 30 is movable along the horizontal plane to the beverage dispensing station and the residual liquid recycling station. At the beverage dispensing station, the liquid dispensing structure 30 extends outward from the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200. The vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200 has a cup holder 61, which is used to store a liquid container for holding beverages. When the liquid dispensing structure 30 extends outward from the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200, the position of the liquid dispensing structure 30 corresponds to that of the liquid container, so that the beverage can flow from the liquid dispensing structure 30 to the liquid container. The waste collection structure 50 is used to collect residual liquid in a centralized manner to prevent residual liquid from remaining in the liquid dispensing structure 30.

[0046] At the beverage dispensing station, the dispensing structure 30 extends outward from the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200, and the blowing structure 40 can blow air toward the dispensing structure 30 to blow the residual liquid in the dispensing structure 30 into the liquid container to avoid beverage waste.

[0047] At the residual liquid recovery station, the liquid outlet structure 30 retracts inward into the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200. At this time, the liquid outlet 38 of the liquid outlet structure 30 corresponds to the position of the waste collection structure 50. The blowing structure 40 can blow air toward the liquid outlet structure 30 to blow the residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure 30 into the waste collection structure 50, so that the residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure 30 can flow into the waste collection structure 50.

[0048] The blowing structure 40 is located between the brewing structure 10 and the liquid dispensing structure 30. The blowing structure 40 is connected to the liquid dispensing structure 30 so that the blowing structure 40 can blow air into the liquid dispensing structure 30. At the beverage dispensing station, the liquid dispensing structure 30 extends outward from the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200, which can discharge the beverage into the user's liquid container. This can discharge the brewed beverage into the liquid container as much as possible, reduce beverage waste, and also prevent residual liquid from hanging on the liquid outlet 38 of the liquid dispensing structure 30, thus improving the cleanliness of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200.

[0049] At the residual liquid recovery station, the dispensing structure 30 retracts inward into the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200. This prevents the dispensing structure 30 from scraping against occupants or other equipment inside the vehicle, improving safety and reliability. Furthermore, the retraction of the dispensing structure 30 into the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200 prevents any residual liquid from flowing into the vehicle, helping to maintain cleanliness and reducing the frequency of cleaning by the user. With the dispensing structure 30 in the residual liquid recovery station, the blowing structure 40 can blow air into the dispensing structure 30, expelling the residual liquid and directing it to the waste collection structure 50 of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200. This also keeps the dispensing structure 30 dry, preventing the growth of bacteria and mold, improving the safety of the beverage, and preventing residual liquid from accumulating and clogging the dispensing structure 30. This helps maintain the stable performance of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200 and extends its service life.

[0050] By blowing air onto the liquid outlet structure 30 in both of the above situations using the blowing structure 40, the dryness and cleanliness of the liquid outlet structure 30 can be further ensured, thus further ensuring the cleanliness and safety of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200.

[0051] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, a liquid outlet cavity 31 is formed inside the liquid outlet structure 30, and an air inlet 32 ​​is formed in the liquid outlet structure 30. The air inlet 32 ​​connects the liquid outlet cavity 31 and the blowing structure 40.

[0052] The liquid outlet structure 30 has a liquid outlet chamber 31, which is used to receive the beverage brewed by the brewer. After the beverage is discharged, there may be residual liquid in the liquid outlet chamber 31. The liquid outlet structure 30 has an air inlet 32, which connects the liquid outlet chamber 31 and the blowing structure 40. This allows the blowing structure 40 to blow air into the liquid outlet chamber 31 through the air inlet 32, so as to concentrate and accurately blow out and dry the residual liquid in the liquid outlet chamber 31. This reduces the blowing path of the blowing structure 40, thereby reducing the power required by the blowing structure 40 and improving the economy of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200.

[0053] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 7As shown, the liquid outlet structure 30 has a first wall portion 33 and a second wall portion 34. The first wall portion 33 is the bottom wall of the liquid outlet cavity 31, and the second wall portion 34 is the side wall of the liquid outlet cavity 31. The first wall portion 33 has a liquid outlet 38 that communicates with the liquid outlet cavity 31, and the second wall portion 34 has an air inlet 32.

[0054] The first wall portion 33 is the bottom wall of the liquid outlet cavity 31 (that is, the bottom wall of the liquid outlet structure 30 mentioned above). The first wall portion 33 has a liquid outlet 38 that communicates with the liquid outlet cavity 31. The liquid can automatically gather downwards under its own gravity and flow out from the liquid outlet 38 of the first wall portion 33, which can improve the liquid outlet efficiency and reduce liquid residue.

[0055] The second wall 34 is the side wall of the liquid outlet chamber 31. An air inlet 32 ​​is formed in the second wall 34. The gas blown in from the air inlet 32 ​​of the side wall can form a horizontal or oblique airflow inside the liquid outlet structure 30, so that the airflow can impact the liquid surface, break the surface tension of the liquid, make the liquid flow more easily, accelerate the liquid discharge speed, and speed up the drying of the liquid outlet structure 30. This can reduce the working time of the blowing structure 40 and thus improve the economy of the vehicle beverage machine 200.

[0056] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 7 As shown, the liquid outlet structure 30 also has a partition 35, which is disposed in the liquid outlet cavity 31 to divide the liquid outlet cavity 31 into multiple sub-liquid outlet cavities 36. There are multiple liquid outlets 38, and the multiple liquid outlets 38 and the multiple sub-liquid outlet cavities 36 are connected in a one-to-one correspondence. The air inlet 32 ​​is connected to the multiple sub-liquid outlet cavities 36.

[0057] The dividing part 35 is disposed within the liquid outlet cavity 31 to divide the liquid outlet cavity 31 into multiple sub-liquid outlet cavities 36. As some embodiments of the present invention, the dividing part 35 can divide the liquid outlet cavity 31 into two, three, four, or other numbers of sub-liquid outlet cavities 36. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The dividing part 35 can also divide the liquid outlet cavity 31 into other numbers of sub-liquid outlet cavities 36, as long as the dividing part 35 is disposed within the liquid outlet cavity 31 to divide the liquid outlet cavity 31 into multiple sub-liquid outlet cavities 36. As a specific embodiment of the present invention, the partition 35 can divide the liquid outlet chamber 31 into two sub-liquid outlet chambers 36. There are two liquid outlets 38, and the two liquid outlets 38 and the two sub-liquid outlet chambers 36 are connected in a one-to-one correspondence. One sub-liquid outlet chamber 36 is used to dispense coffee, and the other sub-liquid outlet chamber 36 is used to dispense water. The air inlet 32 ​​is connected to both sub-liquid outlet chambers 36. When the blowing structure 40 blows air onto the liquid outlet structure 30, the residual liquid in the multiple sub-liquid outlet chambers 36 can be dried, which can further ensure the dryness and cleanliness of the liquid outlet structure 30, and further ensure the cleanliness and safety of the vehicle beverage machine 200.

[0058] Furthermore, it should be noted that each of the multiple sub-dispensing chambers 36 has a preset liquid level, which is the highest liquid level in the sub-dispensing chamber 36. The air inlet 32 ​​should be positioned higher than the preset liquid level of each sub-dispensing chamber 36 to prevent the liquid in the sub-dispensing chamber 36 from flowing back into the air inlet 32 ​​due to excessive liquid level during dispensing, which could damage the blowing structure 40. This ensures the operational safety and reliability of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200.

[0059] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 2 As shown, the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200 also includes: a liquid storage structure 20, which is connected to the brewing structure 10; a second wall portion 34 has a plurality of liquid inlets 37; each sub-liquid outlet chamber 36 is connected to a liquid inlet 37; and the plurality of liquid inlets 37 are respectively connected to the brewing structure 10 and the liquid storage structure 20.

[0060] The liquid storage structure 20 can be a water tank, and it is connected to the brewing structure 10 to provide water for brewing beverages. The second wall portion 34 has multiple liquid inlets 37. In some embodiments of the present invention, the second wall portion 34 may have two, three, four, or other numbers of liquid inlets 37, but the present invention is not limited to this. The second wall portion 34 may also have other numbers of liquid inlets 37, as long as the second wall portion 34 has multiple liquid inlets 37. As a specific embodiment of the present invention, the second wall portion 34 may have two liquid inlets 37, which are connected to two sub-liquid outlet chambers 36 in a one-to-one correspondence. The two liquid inlets 37 are also connected to the brewing structure 10 and the liquid storage structure 20, respectively, so that one of the two sub-liquid outlet chambers 36 can be used to dispense water, and the other sub-liquid outlet chamber 36 can be used to dispense beverages, providing users with multiple drinking options.

[0061] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the waste collection structure 50 includes a residual liquid guide section 51 and a residual liquid storage tank 52 connected to each other. When the liquid outlet structure 30 is in the residual liquid recovery position and the blowing structure 40 is in the first working state, the residual liquid blown out by the blowing structure 40 is collected by the residual liquid storage tank 52 in sequence through the residual liquid collection channel 55, the liquid outlet hole 58, and the waste discharge pipe 53.

[0062] The waste collection structure 50 includes a residual liquid guide section 51 and a residual liquid storage tank 52. The residual liquid guide section 51 is used to guide the residual liquid into the residual liquid storage tank 52. When the liquid outlet structure 30 is located at the residual liquid recycling station, the residual liquid guide section 51 is located below the liquid outlet structure 30, so that the residual liquid flowing out of the liquid outlet structure 30 flows along the residual liquid guide section 51 to the residual liquid storage tank 52, avoiding the growth of bacteria in the residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure 30, which is conducive to maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the vehicle beverage machine 200.

[0063] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a partition plate 521 with a central opening is provided in the residual liquid storage tank 52. The partition plate 521 divides the residual liquid storage tank 52 into a dry space 522 and a wet space 523. The dry space 522 is configured to collect waste beverage capsules, and the wet space 523 is configured to collect residual liquid.

[0064] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the residual liquid guiding section 51 includes a waste discharge pipe 53 and a guiding shell 54. The lower end of the waste discharge pipe 53 forms a pipe outlet 60 that communicates with the residual liquid storage tank 52. The guiding shell 54 is located above the waste discharge pipe 53 and defines an open residual liquid collection channel 55 at the upper end. The residual liquid collection channel 55 is connected to the waste discharge pipe 53. When the liquid outlet structure 30 is located at the residual liquid recovery station, the residual liquid collection channel 55 is located below the liquid outlet structure 30.

[0065] The lower end of the waste discharge pipe 53 forms an outlet 60 that communicates with the residual liquid storage tank 52, allowing residual liquid to flow from the outlet 60 of the waste discharge pipe 53 into the residual liquid storage tank 52. A guide shell 54 is located above the waste discharge pipe 53, defining an open residual liquid collection channel 55 at its upper end. When the liquid outlet structure 30 is in the residual liquid recovery position, the residual liquid collection channel 55 is located below the liquid outlet structure 30, allowing residual liquid within the liquid outlet structure 30 to flow from the outlet 38 into the residual liquid collection channel 55. The residual liquid collection channel 55 communicates with the waste discharge pipe 53, allowing the liquid collected in the residual liquid collection channel 55 to flow from the outlet 60 of the waste discharge pipe 53 into the residual liquid storage tank 52. This prevents residual liquid from remaining inside the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200, thus better maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200.

[0066] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the top wall of the waste discharge pipe 53 has a first connecting hole 56, the guide shell 54 has a guide shell bottom wall 57, the guide shell bottom wall 57 has a drain hole 58, the drain hole 58 and the first connecting hole 56 are opposite each other along the height direction of the vehicle beverage machine 200, so that the residual liquid in the residual liquid collection channel 55 flows into the waste discharge pipe 53 through the drain hole 58 and the first connecting hole 56.

[0067] The waste discharge pipe 53 has a first connecting hole 56 on its top wall, and the guide shell 54 has a guide shell bottom wall 57 with a drain hole 58. The drain hole 58 and the first connecting hole 56 are opposite each other along the height direction of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine 200, so that the residual liquid in the residual liquid collection channel 55 flows into the waste discharge pipe 53 through the drain hole 58 and the first connecting hole 56, thereby ensuring that the residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure 30 can be discharged through the drain hole 58 of the guide shell bottom wall 57 and the waste discharge pipe. The waste liquid flows into the waste discharge pipe 53 through the first connecting hole 56 on the top wall of 53, and the residual liquid in the waste discharge pipe 53 flows into the residual liquid storage tank 52 through the pipe outlet 60. This can prevent residual liquid from remaining in the liquid dispensing structure 30, keep the liquid dispensing structure 30 dry, prevent the growth of bacteria and mold, improve the drinking safety of beverages, and also prevent residual liquid from accumulating and clogging the liquid dispensing structure 30. This is conducive to maintaining the stable performance of the vehicle beverage machine 200 and extending the service life of the vehicle beverage machine 200.

[0068] According to some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the upper end of the waste discharge pipe 53 forms a pipe inlet 59 that communicates with the brewing structure 10, so that the residual liquid in the brewing structure 10 flows into the residual liquid storage tank 52.

[0069] The upper end of the waste discharge pipe 53 forms a pipe inlet 59 that communicates with the brewing structure 10, so that the residual liquid in the brewing structure 10 flows into the residual liquid storage tank 52. This can prevent residual liquid from remaining in the brewing structure 10 and can also be used to collect beverage residue generated during the brewing process of the brewing structure 10. This further ensures the effective discharge of residual liquid in the vehicle beverage machine 200, thereby further ensuring the cleanliness and safety of the vehicle beverage machine 200 and effectively improving the user experience.

[0070] The vehicle according to the present invention includes the in-vehicle beverage machine 200 of the above embodiment, which can dry the liquid dispensing structure 30, thereby avoiding waste of beverages and preventing residual liquid from remaining in the in-vehicle beverage machine 200 and causing odors and bacterial growth. This improves the cleanliness and maintenance convenience of the in-vehicle beverage machine 200, enhances the vehicle's refinement, and improves the user experience.

[0071] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0072] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A fluid blowing structure for a vehicle-mounted beverage machine, characterized in that, include: A blowing structure (40) is disposed between the brewing structure (10) and the liquid outlet structure (30) of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine (200). The blowing structure (40) includes an air pump (41) and an air guide pipe (43). The air guide pipe (43) is used to connect the pump outlet (42) of the air pump (41) and the liquid outlet structure (30) so that the gas blown out from the air pump (41) is blown into the liquid outlet structure (30). The liquid outlet structure (30) has a beverage dispensing station and a residual liquid recycling station. When the liquid outlet structure (30) is in the beverage dispensing station, the beverage flowing out from the brewing structure (10) flows through the liquid outlet structure (30) into the liquid holding container. The air pump (41) can blow air into the liquid outlet structure (30) to blow out some of the residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure (30) so that the residual liquid flows into the liquid holding container. When the liquid outlet structure (30) is in the residual liquid recovery station, the blowing structure (40) has at least a first working state. In the first working state, the air pump (41) can blow air into the liquid outlet structure (30) to further blow out the residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure (30) so that the residual liquid flows into the waste collection structure (50) of the vehicle beverage machine (200) and is collected by the waste collection structure (50).

2. The fluid blowing structure of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the liquid outlet structure (30) is in the residual liquid recovery station, the blowing structure (40) has at least a second working state. In the second working state, the blowing structure (40) transitions from blowing away the remaining residual liquid to drying the liquid outlet structure (30). Based on the second working state, the liquid outlet structure (30) is further dried by the continuous blowing of the air pump (41).

3. The fluid blowing structure of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine according to claim 2, characterized in that, The waste collection structure (50) includes a residual liquid collection channel (55) and a waste discharge pipe (53). The residual liquid collection channel (55) is located below the liquid outlet structure (30). The bottom of the residual liquid collection channel (55) is provided with a drain hole (58). The residual liquid collection channel (55) is connected to the waste discharge pipe (53) through the drain hole (58). When the liquid outlet structure (30) is in the residual liquid recovery position and the blowing structure (40) is in the first working state, the residual liquid blown out by the blowing structure (40) is collected in sequence through the residual liquid collection channel (55), the drain hole (58), and the waste discharge pipe (53).

4. The fluid blowing structure of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine according to claim 3, characterized in that, The liquid outlet structure (30) has a bottom wall with a liquid outlet (38) formed thereon. The bottom wall is inclined toward the liquid outlet (38) so that the residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure (30) flows toward the liquid outlet (38).

5. The fluid blowing structure of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine according to claim 4, characterized in that, When the liquid outlet structure (30) is in the residual liquid recovery station and the blowing structure (40) is in the second working state, the air continuously blown out by the air pump (41) will be blown through the liquid outlet (38) to the residual liquid collection channel (55), and then blown through the liquid drain hole (58) to the waste discharge pipe (53) to remove the moisture in the residual liquid collection channel (55) and the waste discharge pipe (53) to achieve auxiliary drying and dehumidification.

6. The fluid blowing structure of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine according to claim 3, characterized in that, The waste collection structure (50) further includes a residual liquid storage tank (52). When the liquid outlet structure (30) is in the residual liquid recovery station and the blowing structure (40) is in the first working state, the residual liquid blown out by the blowing structure (40) is collected by the residual liquid storage tank (52) in sequence through the residual liquid collection channel (55), the liquid outlet (58), and the waste discharge pipe (53).

7. The fluid blowing structure of the vehicle-mounted beverage machine according to claim 6, characterized in that, The residual liquid storage box (52) is provided with a partition plate (521) with a central opening. The partition plate (521) divides the residual liquid storage box (52) into a dry space (522) and a wet space (523). The dry space (522) is designed to collect waste beverage capsules, and the wet space (523) is designed to collect residual liquid.

8. A vehicle-mounted beverage machine, characterized in that, include: Fluid blowing structure (100), wherein the fluid blowing structure (100) is the fluid blowing structure (100) of the vehicle beverage machine (200) according to any one of claims 1-7. The beverage machine comprises a brewing structure (10), a liquid dispensing structure (30), and a waste collection structure (50). The brewing structure (10) is used for brewing beverages. The liquid dispensing structure (30) is movable along a horizontal plane to a beverage dispensing station and a residual liquid recycling station. At the beverage dispensing station, the liquid dispensing structure (30) extends outward from the vehicle-mounted beverage machine (200), and the blowing structure (40) can blow air toward the liquid dispensing structure (30) to blow the residual liquid in the liquid dispensing structure (30) into the liquid holding container. At the recycling station, the liquid outlet structure (30) retracts inward into the vehicle-mounted beverage machine (200). The blowing structure (40) can blow air toward the liquid outlet structure (30) to blow the residual liquid in the liquid outlet structure (30) into the waste collection structure (50). The blowing structure (40) is located between the brewing structure (10) and the liquid outlet structure (30). The blowing structure (40) is connected to the liquid outlet structure (30). The waste collection structure (50) is used to collect the residual liquid in a centralized manner.

9. The vehicle-mounted beverage machine according to claim 8, characterized in that, The liquid outlet structure (30) has a liquid outlet cavity (31) and an air inlet (32) which connects the liquid outlet cavity (31) and the blowing structure (40).

10. The vehicle-mounted beverage machine according to claim 9, characterized in that, The liquid outlet structure (30) has a first wall portion (33) and a second wall portion (34). The first wall portion (33) is the bottom wall of the liquid outlet cavity (31), and the second wall portion (34) is the side wall of the liquid outlet cavity (31). The first wall portion (33) has a liquid outlet (38) communicating with the liquid outlet cavity (31), and the second wall portion (34) has an air inlet (32).

11. The vehicle-mounted beverage machine according to claim 10, characterized in that, The liquid outlet structure (30) also has a partition (35), which is located in the liquid outlet cavity (31) to divide the liquid outlet cavity (31) into multiple sub-liquid outlet cavities (36). There are multiple liquid outlets (38), and the multiple liquid outlets (38) and the multiple sub-liquid outlet cavities (36) are connected in a one-to-one correspondence. The air inlet (32) is connected to the multiple sub-liquid outlet cavities (36).

12. The vehicle-mounted beverage machine according to claim 10, characterized in that, The vehicle-mounted beverage machine (200) further includes: a liquid storage structure (20), which is connected to the brewing structure (10), and the second wall portion (34) has a plurality of liquid inlets (37), each of the sub-liquid outlet chambers (36) is connected to one of the liquid inlets (37), and the plurality of liquid inlets (37) are respectively connected to the brewing structure (10) and the liquid storage structure (20).

13. A vehicle, characterized in that, Includes the vehicle-mounted beverage machine (200) according to any one of claims 8-12.

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