A rotary drinks maker

Abstract

This specification provides a rotary beverage making machine, comprising a rotating mechanism including a turntable with a plurality of blenders mounted on it; a multi-station feeding mechanism including a plurality of material feeding ports that can be aligned with the cups of the blenders; a cup-flipping mechanism for picking up and flipping the blenders to pour the beverage into the corresponding beverage cups; and an electrical control box containing a control circuit for controlling the operation of the beverage making machine. Through the coordinated operation of the rotating mechanism, the multi-station feeding mechanism, the cup-flipping mechanism, and the electrical control box, efficient and diversified beverage production is achieved. Its structure is simple and reliable, with low production costs, highly interchangeable assembly parts, and the ability to mass-produce beverages of various types, facilitating product changes and providing high flexibility.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This manual relates to the field of beverage preparation technology, specifically to a rotary beverage preparation machine. Background Technology

[0002] There is currently limited research on milk tea machines on the market, and most existing machines are bulky, expensive, and have limited functionality. In today's market, milk tea varieties are constantly evolving, requiring regular product updates; therefore, milk tea machines need to be able to accommodate the addition and combination of more milk tea ingredients to create different types of milk tea. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of this, the embodiments of this specification provide a rotary beverage making machine, which has a simple and reliable structure, low production cost, and highly interchangeable assembly parts. It can produce beverages in batches, produce a variety of beverages, and is easy to change varieties, thus having a high degree of flexibility.

[0004] This specification provides the following technical solution through its embodiments: a rotary beverage making machine, comprising: A rotating mechanism, the rotating mechanism including a turntable, on which a plurality of blenders are arranged; A multi-station feeding mechanism, comprising a plurality of material feeding ports that can be aligned with the cup opening of the blender; A cup-flipping mechanism is used to pick up the blender, flip it over, and pour the contents into the corresponding beverage cup. An electrical control box is provided, which contains a control circuit used to control the operation of the beverage making machine.

[0005] Preferably, the blender is used to mix and stir materials and / or cut ice cubes to make shaved ice.

[0006] Preferably, the blender includes a drive unit, a blending cup, and a cutting blade. The drive unit is mounted on the turntable, and the cutting blade is disposed inside the blending cup. The blending cup cooperates with the drive unit so that the drive unit can drive the cutting blade to rotate.

[0007] Preferably, a locking spline is provided below the blending cup, and a locking part corresponding to the locking spline is provided on the driving part, so as to ensure that the blending cup is fixed in the horizontal direction to the driving part.

[0008] Preferably, the beverage making machine further includes an automatic lemon hammer, which includes a reciprocating motion mechanism, a connecting rod, and a hammer head. The reciprocating motion mechanism is connected to the hammer head via the connecting rod, and the reciprocating motion mechanism drives the connecting rod and the hammer head to reciprocate, thereby causing the hammer head to pound the lemons in the blending cup.

[0009] Preferably, the automatic lemon hammer further includes a spring disposed between the connecting rod and the hammer head to cushion the impact when the hammer head strikes the lemon.

[0010] Preferably, the reciprocating motion mechanism includes a mounting frame, a drive motor, and a cam. The drive motor is mounted on the mounting frame, and the output end of the drive motor is connected to the cam. The cam is hinged to the connecting rod. When the drive motor drives the cam to rotate, the connecting rod reciprocates in the vertical direction.

[0011] Preferably, the beverage making machine further includes a lifting mechanism, which is located directly below the automatic lemon hammer. The lifting mechanism is used to move the blending cup located directly below the hammer head, so as to change the distance between the hammer head and the blending cup.

[0012] Preferably, the cup-flipping mechanism includes a cup-flipping robot, which is used to pick up the blending cup that has been stirred and / or made into a smoothie and pour it into the corresponding beverage cup.

[0013] Preferably, the beverage making machine further includes a frame, with rollers installed at the bottom of the frame, the electrical control box installed at the lower part of the frame, and the rotating mechanism and the cup-turning mechanism installed in the middle of the frame.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects that at least one technical solution adopted in the embodiments of this specification can achieve include at least: Through the coordinated operation of the rotating mechanism, multi-station feeding mechanism, cup-flipping mechanism, and electrical control box, efficient and diversified beverage production is achieved. Its structure is simple and reliable, with low production costs and highly interchangeable assembly parts. It can mass-produce beverages, producing a wide variety of drinks, and is easy to change varieties, offering great flexibility. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of the rotary beverage making machine provided in this application.

[0017] In the diagram, 1 is the rotating mechanism; 11 is the turntable; 2 is the blender; 21 is the blending cup; 22 is the cutting blade; 23 is the alignment spline; 24 is the drive unit; 3 is the material feeding port; 4 is the automatic lemon hammer; 41 is the mounting bracket; 42 is the cam; 43 is the connecting rod; 44 is the hammer head; 5 is the cup-flipping mechanism; 51 is the cup-flipping robot; 6 is the electrical control box; and 7 is the frame. Detailed Implementation

[0018] The embodiments of this application will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0019] The following specific examples illustrate the implementation of this application. Those skilled in the art can easily understand other advantages and effects of this application from the content disclosed in this specification. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of them. This application can also be implemented or applied through other different specific embodiments, and the details in this specification can also be modified or changed based on different viewpoints and applications without departing from the spirit of this application. It should be noted that, in the absence of conflict, the following embodiments and features in the embodiments can be combined with each other. Based on the embodiments in this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0020] It should be noted that various aspects of embodiments within the scope of the appended claims are described below. It will be apparent that the aspects described herein can be embodied in a wide variety of forms, and any particular structure and / or function described herein is merely illustrative. Based on this application, those skilled in the art will understand that one aspect described herein can be implemented independently of any other aspect, and two or more of these aspects can be combined in various ways. For example, any number and aspects set forth herein can be used to implement the device and / or practice the method. Additionally, this device and / or method can be implemented using structures and / or functionalities other than one or more of the aspects set forth herein.

[0021] It should also be noted that the illustrations provided in the following embodiments are only schematic representations of the basic concept of this application. The drawings only show the components related to this application and are not drawn according to the actual number, shape and size of the components in the actual implementation. In the actual implementation, the form, quantity and proportion of each component can be arbitrarily changed, and the layout of the components may also be more complex.

[0022] Furthermore, specific details are provided in the following description to facilitate a thorough understanding of the examples. However, those skilled in the art will understand that the described aspects can be practiced without these specific details.

[0023] In today's booming beverage market, milk tea, with its diverse flavors and unique consumption experience, is deeply loved by consumers, especially young people. As the milk tea market continues to expand, the demand for milk tea making equipment—milk tea machines—is also increasing. However, current milk tea machine products on the market suffer from many problems that urgently need to be addressed, severely hindering the further development of the milk tea industry and the improvement of the consumer experience.

[0024] Currently, the number of machines specifically designed for milk tea making on the market is relatively limited, and the depth and breadth of research are also significantly insufficient. Most existing milk tea machines have obvious design flaws, generally being bulky. These large milk tea machines not only occupy a lot of shop space, but also greatly restrict the reasonable placement and movement of other equipment and personnel in milk tea shops with already compact layouts, increasing the shop's operating costs; moreover, they also face many inconveniences during transportation and installation, requiring a lot of manpower, material resources, and time, further raising the threshold and cost of use.

[0025] Besides the issue of size, high cost is also a major pain point for existing milk tea machines. The high cost is mainly reflected in two aspects: first, the purchase cost of the equipment itself. Due to factors such as technological research and development, material selection, and production processes, the price of mainstream milk tea machines on the market is often high, which is undoubtedly a heavy burden for many small and medium-sized milk tea shop operators, increasing the risks of starting and operating a business; second, the subsequent maintenance costs. The complex structure and design make it difficult to repair milk tea machines when they malfunction, with long repair cycles and high repair costs, which undoubtedly increases the financial burden on users.

[0026] In terms of functionality, existing milk tea machines also perform poorly. Most milk tea machines are limited in function, only able to make a few fixed flavors of milk tea, failing to meet the increasingly diverse and personalized taste demands of consumers. With the continuous innovation and development of the milk tea market, new varieties of milk tea are constantly emerging, from traditional pearl milk tea to today's fruit tea, cheese milk tea, etc., giving consumers more choices and expectations regarding the flavors and combinations of milk tea. However, existing milk tea machines cannot keep up with the pace of market changes and cannot flexibly adapt to the addition and combination of various new milk tea ingredients, making it difficult for milk tea shops to quickly launch new products, thus limiting the competitiveness and market expansion potential of their stores.

[0027] In summary, the existing milk tea machines, due to their limitations in size, cost, and functionality, are no longer adequate to meet the demands of today's rapidly evolving milk tea market. In today's increasingly competitive market, milk tea shops need more efficient, flexible, and economical milk tea preparation equipment to improve production efficiency, reduce costs, and meet diverse consumer needs, thereby securing a competitive advantage in the market.

[0028] This invention arose from this market background and technological demand. This milk tea machine aims to completely solve the key problems of existing milk tea machines on the market, such as excessive size, high production costs, and the ability to produce only one type of milk tea. Through innovative design concepts and advanced technology, this milk tea machine not only achieves a miniaturized design, effectively saving shop space and reducing transportation and installation costs; it also adopts low-cost production processes and materials, significantly reducing equipment purchase and maintenance costs and alleviating the financial burden on users; more importantly, this milk tea machine has strong functional expandability, flexibly adapting to the addition and combination of more types of milk tea ingredients, easily producing various flavors and styles of milk tea to meet the increasingly diverse taste demands of consumers.

[0029] Furthermore, this milk tea machine boasts mass production capabilities, allowing one machine to make multiple cups of milk tea simultaneously. This significantly improves production efficiency, reduces customer waiting time, and enhances service quality and operational efficiency for shops. In conclusion, the research and application of this milk tea machine holds significant practical importance and broad market prospects for promoting the development of the milk tea industry and improving the consumer experience.

[0030] The technical solutions provided by the various embodiments of this application are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0031] like Figure 1 As shown, a rotating beverage making machine includes: A rotating mechanism 1, the rotating mechanism 1 including a turntable 11, on which a plurality of blenders 2 are provided; A multi-station feeding mechanism, which includes several material feeding ports 3 that can be aligned with the cup opening of the blender 2; The cup-flipping mechanism 5 is used to pick up the blender 2, flip it over, and pour the contents into the corresponding beverage cup. The electrical control box 6 contains a control circuit, which is used to control the operation of the beverage making machine.

[0032] The rotating mechanism 1 is one of the core components of the beverage making machine. It includes a turntable 11 on which several blenders 2 are mounted. The turntable 11 can rotate, allowing each blender 2 to sequentially reach different workstations for operation. The large rotation of the turntable 11 ensures that each blender 2 receives different materials for subsequent blending or smoothie making. Through the rotation of the turntable 11, multiple blenders 2 can work sequentially within a limited space, improving equipment utilization. The turntable 11 can rotate to different positions to dispense different ingredients, making the beverage making process more flexible and versatile. The multi-station dispensing mechanism includes several material dispensing ports 3 that can be aligned with the cup openings of the blenders 2. When turntable 11 rotates to a specific position, the opening of the corresponding blender 2 cup aligns with the material inlet 3. At this time, the material (such as milk tea powder, tapioca pearls, fruit chunks, etc.) falls into the blender 2 from the inlet. The multi-station material feeding mechanism can accommodate a variety of different materials, making the beverage preparation more diverse. The cup-flipping mechanism 5 is used to grab the blender 2, flip it, and pour the beverage into the corresponding beverage cup. After the beverage in the blender 2 is prepared, the cup-flipping mechanism 5 will grab the blender 2, flip it, and pour the beverage into the pre-placed beverage cup. The automated operation of the cup-flipping mechanism 5 reduces manual intervention and improves the efficiency of beverage preparation. The cup-flipping mechanism 5 ensures that the beverage is poured smoothly and completely from the blender 2 into the beverage cup, avoiding the splashing or leakage problems that may occur with manual pouring. The electrical control box 6 is equipped with a control circuit, which is used to control the overall operation of the beverage making machine. It is responsible for receiving operation instructions, controlling the sequence and timing of actions of various mechanisms, and monitoring the operating status of equipment. The control circuit inside the electrical control box 6 can realize intelligent control, making the beverage making process more precise and efficient. The design of the electrical control box 6 makes the control circuit more centralized and concealed, which is convenient for daily maintenance and troubleshooting.

[0033] like Figure 1 As shown, in some embodiments, the blender 2 is used to mix and stir materials and / or cut ice cubes to make slushies. When the turntable 11 rotates to the designated ingredient station, the multi-station feeding mechanism will put the preset materials (such as milk tea powder, juice, pearls, fruit chunks, etc.) into the corresponding blender 2. The blender 2 will thoroughly mix and stir the materials until a uniform beverage state is achieved. The high-speed stirring of the blender 2 ensures the uniform mixing of various materials in the beverage, avoiding layering or clumping. If a slushie is to be made, ice cubes are put into the blender 2, which will cut and crush the ice cubes into small slushie particles. The high-speed cutting capability of the blender 2 can quickly crush the ice cubes into small slushie particles, ensuring the smoothness and texture of the slushie.

[0034] like Figure 1As shown, in some embodiments, the blender 2 includes a drive unit 24, a blending cup 21, and a cutting blade 22. The drive unit 24 is mounted on the turntable 11, and the cutting blade 22 is disposed inside the blending cup 21. The blending cup 21 cooperates with the drive unit 24 so that the drive unit 24 can drive the cutting blade 22 to rotate. The drive unit 24, mounted on the turntable 11, is the power source of the blender 2 and typically includes a high-speed motor. The blending cup 21 holds milk tea and milk tea toppings, and can also hold ice cubes. It is the working environment for the cutting blade 22 to rotate and cut. The cutting blade 22, disposed inside the blending cup 21, is used to stir materials and cut ice cubes. When the blending cup 21 is placed at the designated position on the turntable 11, a cooperative relationship is formed between the blending cup 21 and the drive unit 24. After the drive unit 24 (motor) is started, the power is transmitted to the cutting blade 22 inside the blending cup 21 through a transmission device (such as spline connection). The cutting blade 22 starts to rotate at high speed under the drive of the motor, realizing the mixing and stirring of materials and the cutting of ice cubes.

[0035] The blender 2, through the coordinated operation of the drive unit 24, the blending cup 21, and the cutting blade 22, achieves the functions of mixing and stirring materials and cutting ice cubes to make slushies. This working principle ensures the uniformity of the beverage and the smoothness of the slushies, while improving production efficiency and the flexibility and adaptability of the machine.

[0036] like Figure 1 As shown, in some embodiments, a aligning spline 23 is provided below the blending cup 21, and a corresponding engaging portion is provided on the driving part 24 to ensure that the blending cup 21 is essentially fixed horizontally to the driving part 24. The aligning spline 23 at the bottom of the blending cup 21 adopts an involute tooth design, forming an axial self-locking structure with the engaging portion of the driving part 24. When the blending cup 21 is embedded in the turntable 11, the spline teeth and the groove of the engaging portion automatically mesh and engage through magnetic assisted positioning.

[0037] like Figure 1As shown, in some embodiments, the beverage making machine further includes an automatic lemon hammer 4. The automatic lemon hammer 4 includes a reciprocating motion mechanism, a connecting rod 43, and a hammer head 44. The reciprocating motion mechanism is connected to the hammer head 44 via the connecting rod 43. The reciprocating motion mechanism drives the connecting rod 43 and the hammer head 44 to reciprocate, thereby causing the hammer head 44 to pound the lemons inside the blending cup 21. When the reciprocating motion mechanism starts working, it generates a periodic linear or near-linear reciprocating force. This force is transmitted through the connecting rod 43, which acts as a "bridge" for transmitting force, accurately transmitting the power generated by the reciprocating motion mechanism to the hammer head 44. Driven by the connecting rod 43, the hammer head 44 follows suit and reciprocates. When the hammer head 44 moves downwards, it pounds the lemons placed in the blending cup 21. For every revolution of the turntable 11, the lemon is pounded once under the drive of the reciprocating motion mechanism. The automatic lemon hammer 4 uses mechanical reciprocating motion to pound the lemon, ensuring a more consistent force and frequency each time compared to manual pounding. This results in a more stable extraction rate of lemon juice in each cup of milk tea containing lemon, thus standardizing milk tea production and guaranteeing consistent taste across different batches and cups.

[0038] like Figure 1 As shown, in some embodiments, the automatic lemon hammer 4 further includes a spring disposed between the connecting rod 43 and the hammer head 44 to buffer the impact when the hammer head 44 strikes the lemon. The spring in the lemon-pounding section acts as a buffer, preventing excessive force from the hammer head 44, which could damage the equipment or affect the lemon juice extraction effect, while also ensuring the stability of the pounding process.

[0039] like Figure 1As shown, in some embodiments, the reciprocating motion mechanism includes a mounting frame 41, a drive motor, and a cam 42. The drive motor is mounted on the mounting frame 41, and its output end is connected to the cam 42. The cam 42 is hinged to the connecting rod 43. When the drive motor drives the cam 42 to rotate, the connecting rod 43 reciprocates in the vertical direction. The drive motor is mounted on the mounting frame 41. When the beverage maker reaches the stage where lemons need to be pounded, the drive motor receives a control signal from the control box 6 and starts. The output end of the drive motor is connected to the cam 42. After the motor starts, its rotational power is transmitted to the cam 42, causing the cam 42 to rotate around its own axis. Because the cam 42 is hinged to the connecting rod 43, the profile of the cam 42 changes continuously during rotation. As the protruding part of cam 42 gradually approaches the connection point between connecting rod 43 and cam 42, it exerts an upward thrust on connecting rod 43, causing it to move upward. As the protruding part of cam 42 gradually moves away from the connection point, connecting rod 43 moves downward under its own weight and the possible spring return force (in the overall automatic lemon hammer 4 structure, the lemon-pounding part has a spring as a buffer, and here the spring may assist the connecting rod 43 in returning downward). This process repeats, thus realizing the reciprocating motion of connecting rod 43 in the vertical direction, which in turn drives hammer head 44 to pound the lemon in blending cup 21.

[0040] By driving the cam 42 to rotate via a drive motor, the movement frequency and amplitude of the connecting rod 43 can be precisely controlled, thereby achieving precise control over the force and rhythm of the hammer 44 pounding the lemon. For example, the speed of the drive motor can be adjusted according to the hardness of different lemon varieties and the desired degree of lemon juice extraction, thus changing the rotation speed of the cam 42, so that the hammer 44 pounds the lemon with appropriate force and frequency, ensuring that each pounding achieves the ideal effect and improving the quality of lemon juice extraction. The reciprocating motion of the connecting rod 43, driven by the cam 42 driven by the drive motor, fully automates the lemon pounding process. Manual operation of the hammer 44 is eliminated, saving labor costs and improving production efficiency. In batch milk tea production, the automatic lemon hammer 4 can work continuously and stably, cooperating with other mechanisms to quickly process lemons in multiple cups of milk tea, meeting the needs of large-scale production. This reciprocating motion mechanism has a relatively simple structure, mainly composed of a mounting frame 41, a drive motor, a cam 42, and a connecting rod 43. This simple structure makes the equipment easier to manufacture and assemble, reducing production costs. At the same time, it also makes it easier for staff to quickly locate and troubleshoot faults and replace damaged parts during routine maintenance and repair, reducing equipment downtime and improving the overall efficiency of equipment use.

[0041] like Figure 1As shown, in some embodiments, the beverage making machine further includes a lifting mechanism located directly below the automatic lemon hammer 4. This lifting mechanism drives the blending cup 21, which is located directly below the hammer head 44, to move, thereby changing the distance between the hammer head 44 and the blending cup 21. The lifting mechanism, located directly below the automatic lemon hammer 4, primarily functions to move the blending cup 21, located directly below the hammer head 44, up and down. When the beverage making machine reaches the stage where lemons need to be pounded, the control box 6 sends a control signal to activate the lifting mechanism. Upon receiving the signal, the lifting mechanism begins operation, generating an upward lifting force or a downward lowering force through internal transmission components (such as lead screws, gears, racks, etc.), thereby driving the blending cup 21 to move up or down vertically. During the pounding of lemons, the distance between the hammer head 44 and the blending cup 21 can be changed by adjusting the height of the blending cup 21. When a stronger pounding force is required, the lifting mechanism raises the blending cup 21, reducing the distance between the hammer head 44 and the lemon inside the blending cup 21, thus increasing the impact force of the hammer head 44 on the lemon when it falls. When a weaker pounding force is required, the lifting mechanism lowers the blending cup 21, increasing the distance between the hammer head 44 and the lemon, thus reducing the impact force of the hammer head 44 when it falls.

[0042] By adjusting the distance between the hammer head 44 and the blending cup 21 using a lifting mechanism, precise control of the lemon-pounding force can be achieved. Different milk tea recipes may have different requirements for the extraction amount and flavor of lemon juice. Some require full extraction of the lemon's acidity and aroma, necessitating stronger pounding; while others only require gentle extraction to avoid excessive bitterness. The lifting mechanism can flexibly adjust the height of the blending cup 21 according to specific needs, thereby controlling the pounding force of the hammer head 44 on the lemon, ensuring that the taste and flavor of the lemon component in each cup of milk tea meet expectations, thus improving the quality and consistency of the beverage. The market offers a variety of lemon varieties, which differ in hardness, size, and peel thickness. The lifting mechanism can adjust the distance between the hammer head 44 and the blending cup 21 according to the specific characteristics of the lemons used, adapting to the pounding requirements of different lemons. For example, for lemons with thicker, harder peels, the distance between the hammer head 44 and the blending cup 21 can be appropriately reduced to increase the pounding force; for lemons with thinner, softer peels, the distance should be increased while reducing the force to avoid damaging the lemon or affecting the taste of the beverage due to over-pounding. This adaptability allows the beverage maker to use a wider variety of lemon ingredients, enriching the flavor options. A proper adjustment of the distance between the hammer head 44 and the blending cup 21 helps optimize the equipment's operational stability. If the distance is too large, the pounding force will be insufficient, potentially requiring multiple pounding operations to achieve the desired effect. This not only prolongs the production time but may also lead to increased wear and tear on equipment components due to repeated operation. If the distance is too small, the pounding force will be too great, potentially damaging the blending cup 21 and the hammer head 44, affecting the normal operation of the equipment. The lifting mechanism can precisely control the distance, allowing the equipment to operate at the appropriate force, reducing unnecessary wear and malfunctions, improving the stability and reliability of the equipment, and lowering maintenance costs.

[0043] like Figure 1As shown, in some embodiments, the cup-flipping mechanism 5 includes a cup-flipping robot 51, which is used to grasp the blended cup 21 after blending and / or making a smoothie and pour it into the corresponding beverage cup. After the beverage has been blended and / or made into a smoothie in the blended cup 21, the control box 6 receives a relevant completion signal (e.g., the blending motor stops running, the preset smoothie time has been reached, etc.), and then sends an action command to the cup-flipping robot 51. The cup-flipping robot 51 starts working after receiving the command. Its mechanical structure (which may include grippers, suction cups, and other gripping components) moves to accurately grasp the blended cup 21 located in the designated position. If it is a gripper structure, the gripper will close according to a preset program and force to firmly hold the body of the blended cup 21; if it is a suction cup structure, the suction cup will adhere to a suitable surface of the blended cup 21 to ensure a stable grip. After grasping the blended cup 21, the cup-flipping robot 51 performs a flipping action through its own rotating joint or transmission mechanism. During the flipping process, the robotic arm precisely controls the flipping angle and speed, ensuring that the opening of the blender cup 21 faces the corresponding beverage cup smoothly. Once in the correct position, the robotic arm tilts the blender cup 21, allowing the prepared beverage to flow into the beverage cup, completing the pouring operation. After the beverage is poured, the flipping robotic arm 51 returns the blender cup 21 to its original position (or places it according to the programmed position), and then all components of the robotic arm reset, waiting for the next completion signal to begin a new grasping and pouring operation.

[0044] The use of the cup-flipping robot 51 automates the process of transferring beverages from the blender cup 21 to the beverage cup. It eliminates the need for manual operation, significantly saving labor costs and improving production efficiency. Especially when making beverages in batches, the robot can quickly and continuously pour beverages from multiple blender cups 21, meeting the demands of large orders during peak periods. Manual operation during the pouring process can affect the hygiene and quality of beverages due to factors such as hand contact and air pollution. The cup-flipping robot 51, with its automated operation, avoids direct contact between humans and beverages, reducing sources of contamination and ensuring the hygiene and safety of the beverages, meeting the high food safety requirements of modern consumers. The cup-flipping robot 51 operates according to preset programs and parameters, precisely controlling the grasping, flipping, and pouring processes. Compared to manual operation, the robot can more accurately control the amount of beverage poured, preventing spills or over- or under-pours, ensuring the quality and consistency of each cup and enhancing the consumer's drinking experience. For operators, using the 51 cup-turning robot eliminates the need for complex pouring actions and prolonged repetitive labor, reducing operational difficulty and workload. Operators only need to monitor the equipment's operating status and handle simple abnormal situations.

[0045] like Figure 1As shown, in some embodiments, the beverage making machine further includes a frame 7, with casters installed at the bottom of the frame 7. The electrical control box 6 is installed at the lower part of the frame 7, and the rotating mechanism 1 and the cup-tilting mechanism 5 are installed in the middle of the frame 7. The frame 7 is the basic support frame of the entire beverage making machine, providing a stable mounting platform for other components. The casters installed at the bottom of the frame 7 enable the entire beverage making machine to be movable. When it is necessary to move the machine to a new location, the casters can be pushed manually or with the help of other assistive tools, causing the machine to roll on the ground and move the entire machine to the designated location. The electrical control box 6 is installed at the lower part of the frame 7. This installation position facilitates wiring connections with various parts of the machine and avoids interference and collisions to the electrical control box 6 caused by the operation of the components above. The control box 6 contains a control circuit that receives external input signals (such as customer QR code ordering signals) or signals from internal sensors. Following a preset program, it controls various components, including the rotating mechanism 1 and the cup-flipping mechanism 5, issuing corresponding action commands to coordinate the operation of the entire device. The rotating mechanism 1 and the cup-flipping mechanism 5 are installed in the middle of the frame 7, a position that facilitates their collaborative work with other components (such as the blending cup 21 and the dispensing position). The rotating mechanism 1, through its own rotation, drives the large disc containing the blending cup 21 to rotate, enabling the addition of different ingredients. The cup-flipping mechanism 5, according to the device's operating program, grabs the blending cup 21 and pours the beverage into the corresponding drink cup after preparation. Under the control of the control box 6, they complete their respective tasks according to a predetermined sequence and action requirements.

[0046] The specific workflow will be explained below. Customers scan a QR code to order food, and the machine receives the signal and begins preparation.

[0047] The ingredients are poured into the blender cup 21. If a lemon is poured in, the turntable 11 will rotate the cup to the lemon hammer position for pounding. Below the blender cup 21, there is a lifting mechanism that raises the cup cup 21, allowing for indirect adjustment of the pounding intensity. The turntable 11 can rotate to different positions to handle different ingredients.

[0048] After the ingredients are prepared, the rotating disc 11 rotates to the position of the cup-flipping robotic arm 51 for stirring. During the stirring process, the spline 23 is aligned with the bottom of the blending cup 21, and then the motor rotates, driving the cutting blade 22 inside the blending cup 21 to rotate, thus stirring. If the blending cup 21 is used to make a smoothie, the machine sequence is adjusted so that ice cubes are added first, then the machine rotates to this position, the motor speed increases, the torque increases to cut the smoothie, and then the ingredients and milk are added.

[0049] Once the process is complete, the cup-flipping robot 51 picks up the blender cup 21 and pours it into the finished product cup, thus completing the preparation of a cup of milk tea.

[0050] This machine is easy to clean, requiring daily manual cleaning to ensure hygiene. It can accommodate various milk tea toppings, making it highly versatile and allowing for adjustments to recipes based on market demand. Furthermore, the machine's parts are highly interchangeable, using mostly standard components.

[0051] Compared with existing technologies, this application has a simple structure, is easy to manufacture and install, has low processing costs, strong interchangeability, stable operation, and is not easily damaged.

[0052] There are many types of milk tea available, covering most types on the market.

[0053] It can change the types of milk tea at any time according to market needs and can flexibly respond to complex and ever-changing market conditions.

[0054] The machine integrates smoothie making, lemon pounding, and adding toppings and milk into one machine.

[0055] The same or similar parts between the various embodiments in this specification can be referred to mutually. Each embodiment focuses on describing the differences from other embodiments. In particular, the method embodiments described later are relatively simple in description since they correspond to the system, and relevant parts can be referred to the descriptions in the system embodiments.

[0056] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this application, but the scope of protection of this application is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A rotary beverage making machine, characterized in that, include: A rotating mechanism, the rotating mechanism including a turntable, on which a plurality of blenders are arranged; A multi-station feeding mechanism, comprising a plurality of material feeding ports that can be aligned with the cup opening of the blender; A cup-flipping mechanism is used to pick up the blender, flip it over, and pour the contents into the corresponding beverage cup. An electrical control box is provided, which contains a control circuit used to control the operation of the beverage making machine.

2. The rotary beverage making machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The blender is used to mix and stir materials and / or cut ice cubes to make shaved ice.

3. The rotary beverage making machine according to claim 2, characterized in that, The blender includes a drive unit, a blending cup, and a cutting blade. The drive unit is mounted on the turntable, and the cutting blade is disposed inside the blending cup. The blending cup cooperates with the drive unit so that the drive unit can drive the cutting blade to rotate.

4. The rotary beverage making machine according to claim 3, characterized in that, The blending cup is provided with a locking spline at its bottom, and the drive unit is provided with a locking part corresponding to the locking spline, so as to ensure that the blending cup is fixed in the horizontal direction to the drive unit.

5. The rotary beverage making machine according to claim 4, characterized in that, The beverage making machine also includes an automatic lemon hammer, which includes a reciprocating motion mechanism, a connecting rod, and a hammer head. The reciprocating motion mechanism is connected to the hammer head via the connecting rod. The reciprocating motion mechanism drives the connecting rod and the hammer head to reciprocate, thereby causing the hammer head to pound the lemons in the blending cup.

6. The rotary beverage making machine according to claim 5, characterized in that, The automatic lemon hammer also includes a spring disposed between the connecting rod and the hammer head to cushion the impact when the hammer head strikes the lemon.

7. The rotary beverage making machine according to claim 6, characterized in that, The reciprocating motion mechanism includes a mounting frame, a drive motor, and a cam. The drive motor is mounted on the mounting frame, and the output end of the drive motor is connected to the cam. The cam is hinged to the connecting rod. When the drive motor drives the cam to rotate, the connecting rod reciprocates in the vertical direction.

8. The rotary beverage making machine according to claim 5, characterized in that, The beverage making machine also includes a lifting mechanism, which is located directly below the automatic lemon hammer. The lifting mechanism is used to move the blending cup located directly below the hammer head, so as to change the distance between the hammer head and the blending cup.

9. The rotary beverage making machine according to claim 4, characterized in that, The cup-flipping mechanism includes a cup-flipping robot, which is used to pick up the blended cup that has been stirred and / or made into a smoothie and pour it into the corresponding beverage cup.

10. The rotary beverage making machine according to any one of claims 1-9, characterized in that, The beverage making machine also includes a frame, with rollers installed at the bottom of the frame, an electrical control box installed at the lower part of the frame, and a rotating mechanism and a cup-turning mechanism installed in the middle of the frame.

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