Coffee machine

By using a damper in the coffee machine to stably install the liquid-contacting cup and storing the extractor when the liquid-contacting cup is fixed, the problem of insufficient storage of the container in the existing coffee machine design is solved, and the effect of compact structure and safe use is achieved.

CN222622724UActive Publication Date: 2025-03-18NINGBO YANSEN ELECTRONICS TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202421217649.4
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-05-30
Publication Date
2025-03-18
Estimated Expiration
2034-05-30

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Technical Problem

The existing coffee machine design has shortcomings in container storage and cannot provide the container with appropriate storage space, resulting in additional packaging considerations for the container, which increases the overall volume of the product, inconvenience of transportation and storage, and packaging and transportation costs.

Method used

A coffee machine is designed in which the liquid-contacting cup is stably installed on the main body through a damper. The damper includes a mounting rod and a damping block. The liquid-contacting cup can store the extractor in a fixed state, reducing additional packaging and improving structural compactness.

Benefits of technology

Through the design of the damper, the liquid contact cup is installed stably on the coffee machine, avoiding falling or shaking, and at the same time, it is convenient to store, reducing additional packaging, and improving the structural compactness and safety of the coffee machine.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a coffee machine and relates to the field of household appliances, the coffee machine further comprises a liquid receiving cup, a main body is provided with a damper matched with the liquid receiving cup, the liquid receiving cup is separably fixed on the main body through the damper, and under the condition that the liquid receiving cup is fixed on the main body, the liquid receiving cup is fixed on the main body through the damper. And the extractor is accommodated in the liquid receiving cup. The utility model has the advantages of compact structure and convenience in storage.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of household appliances, in particular to a coffee machine. Background Art

[0002] In today's increasingly modern life, household appliances and portable outdoor appliances have become an indispensable part of people's daily life. Among them, coffee machines, as an important tool to improve the quality of life, are favored by consumers.

[0003] Coffee machines of the related art, whether home-use or portable outdoor types, usually need to be equipped with one or more containers to load water, coffee powder or extracted coffee liquid, providing users with a convenient coffee making experience.

[0004] However, the existing coffee machine design has obvious deficiencies in container storage, and often fails to provide a suitable storage space for the container, resulting in the need for additional packaging of the container. This not only increases the overall volume of the product, making the coffee machine more inconvenient during transportation and storage, but also increases the packaging and transportation costs of the product, and also increases the trouble and inconvenience of use for users. Utility Model Content

[0005] The utility model aims to solve one of the technical problems in the related art to a certain extent. To this end, the utility model provides a coffee machine with the advantages of compact structure and convenient storage.

[0006] In order to achieve the above purpose, the utility model adopts the following technical solutions:

[0007] A coffee machine comprises a main body and an extractor mounted on the main body, the coffee machine also comprising a liquid receiving cup, the main body is provided with a damper cooperating with the liquid receiving cup, the liquid receiving cup is detachably fixed to the main body via the damper, and when the liquid receiving cup is fixed to the main body, the extractor is accommodated in the liquid receiving cup.

[0008] Optionally, the damper includes a mounting rod and a damping block connected to the mounting rod, the mounting rod is fixed to the main body, and the damping block is located between the extractor and the inner surface of the liquid receiving cup.

[0009] Optionally, the main body has a hollow shell with a mounting hole formed on the shell, the mounting rod passes through the mounting hole to fix the damper on the main body, and a limiting boss with a width greater than the mounting hole is formed at one end of the mounting rod close to the mounting hole, and the limiting boss abuts against a side of the shell away from the extractor.

[0010] Optionally, a mounting flange extending toward the extractor is provided on the main body, and the damper is penetrated through the mounting flange.

[0011] Optionally, the mounting flange has a notch for accommodating the damper, and the fitting surface of the damper passes through the notch to be in close contact with the liquid receiving cup.

[0012] Optionally, the extractor comprises a shell, a surface of the shell is provided with a snap-in groove, and the mounting flange is provided with a snap-in boss that cooperates with the snap-in groove.

[0013] Optionally, an annular reinforcement rib is formed at the bottom of the shell.

[0014] Optionally, the shape and size of the extractor are matched with the shape and size of the liquid receiving cup so that the liquid receiving cup surrounds the extractor.

[0015] Optionally, the liquid receiving cup is constructed as a cylinder with an inner diameter that continuously decreases along its height direction, and the main body is provided with three dampers evenly distributed along the circumference of the extractor to cooperate with the liquid receiving cup.

[0016] Optionally, the main body is formed with a mounting cavity recessed toward the inside of the main body, and when the liquid receiving cup is accommodated in the mounting cavity, the projection area of ​​the liquid receiving cup along the height direction of the liquid receiving cup does not exceed the projection area of ​​the main body.

[0017] In the present application, the liquid receiving cup is stably mounted on the main body through a damper to prevent the liquid receiving cup from falling or shaking, and the liquid receiving cup can also be conveniently stored on the main body, reducing additional packaging and making the structure of the coffee machine more compact. The stable liquid receiving cup can ensure that the coffee liquid flows into the cup accurately, avoiding splashing or leakage, and improving the safety of use. Although the damper restricts the movement of the liquid receiving cup, the user can still easily remove the liquid receiving cup and clean the extractor, which improves the flexibility and ease of use of the coffee machine.

[0018] These features and advantages of the utility model will be disclosed in detail in the following specific embodiments and drawings. The best implementation or means of the utility model will be fully presented in conjunction with the drawings, but it is not a limitation of the technical solution of the utility model. In addition, these features, elements and components appearing in each of the following texts and drawings are multiple, and are marked with different symbols or numbers for convenience, but all represent components with the same or similar structure or function. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] The utility model is further described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings:

[0020] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Explosion diagram of

[0022] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of

[0023] Figure 4 for Figure 3 The enlarged schematic diagram of point A in the middle;

[0024] Figure 5 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the extractor in the utility model.

[0025] Among them, 1. main body; 11. shell; 12. mounting flange; 121. snap-in boss; 2. extractor; 21. shell; 211. snap-in groove; 212. reinforcing rib; 3. liquid receiving cup; 4. damper; 41. mounting rod; 411. limiting boss; 42. damping block. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0026] The following is a detailed description of embodiments of the present invention, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals throughout represent the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions. The embodiments in the implementation manner are intended to be used to explain the present invention and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0027] References in this specification to "one embodiment" or "an example" or "an example" mean that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in conjunction with the embodiment itself may be included in at least one embodiment of the present patent disclosure. The appearance of the phrase "in one embodiment" in various places in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment.

[0028] Example:

[0029] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, this embodiment provides a coffee machine, including a main body 1 and an extractor 2 installed on the main body 1, the coffee machine also includes a liquid receiving cup 3, the main body 1 is provided with a damper 4 matched with the liquid receiving cup 3, the liquid receiving cup 3 is detachably fixed to the main body 1 through the damper 4, when the liquid receiving cup 3 is fixed to the main body 1, the extractor 2 is received in the liquid receiving cup 3.

[0030] In this embodiment, the coffee machine mainly includes a main body 1 and an extractor 2 for extracting coffee liquid. A liquid receiving cup 3 is also provided on the main body 1 to receive the coffee liquid dripping from the extractor 2. The main body 1 and the liquid receiving cup 3 enclose an extraction chamber that can accommodate the extractor 2 and collect the coffee liquid. The extractor 2 works in the extraction chamber to ensure that the coffee liquid can accurately drip into the liquid receiving cup 3. At least one damper 4 is also provided on the main body 1. The damper 4 has a fitting surface that is in close contact with the surface of the liquid receiving cup 3. The fitting surface limits the movement of the liquid receiving cup 3 along its own height direction (in this embodiment, the gravity direction) by providing friction or other resistance, thereby ensuring the stability and safety of the liquid receiving cup 3 during the coffee making process. When the user applies force to the liquid receiving cup 3 to move it away from the main body 1, the liquid receiving cup 3 will also separate from the main body 1, making it easy to pour out the coffee liquid in the liquid receiving cup 3. The liquid receiving cup 3 is stably mounted on the main body 1 through the damper 4 to prevent the liquid receiving cup 3 from falling or shaking, and the liquid receiving cup 3 can also be conveniently stored on the main body 1, and the structure of the coffee machine is more compact. The stable liquid receiving cup 3 can ensure that the coffee liquid flows into the cup accurately, avoid splashing or leakage, and improve the safety of use. Although the damper 4 limits the movement of the liquid receiving cup 3, the user can still easily remove the liquid receiving cup 3 and clean the extractor 2, which improves the flexibility and ease of use of the coffee machine.

[0031] A preset separation force value is set between the damper 4 and the liquid receiving cup 3, and this value can be determined according to the material and structure of the liquid receiving cup 3 and the stability requirements of the overall design of the coffee machine. When the user needs to clean or maintain the coffee machine, a force greater than the preset separation force can be applied to the liquid receiving cup 3. When this force reaches or exceeds the preset value, the liquid receiving cup 3 is separated from the damper 4 (i.e., separated from the main body 1).

[0032] In addition, the main body 1 of the coffee machine may also include other components, such as a bean grinding device, a water supply device, a heating element, a temperature control system, a coffee grounds collector, etc. The main body 1 of the coffee machine in this application can refer to ordinary coffee machines on the market, and will not be described one by one here.

[0033] like Figure 4 As shown, the damper 4 includes a mounting rod 41 and a damping block 42 connected to the mounting rod 41 . The mounting rod 41 is fixed to the main body 1 , and the damping block 42 is located between the extractor 2 and the inner surface of the liquid receiving cup 3 .

[0034] In this embodiment, the mounting rod 41 and the damping block 42 are integrally formed. In other embodiments, the mounting rod 41 and the damping block 42 may also be separately arranged, and the mounting rod 41 is fixed on the main body 1 of the coffee machine to ensure the stability of the damper 4. The mounting rod 41 is usually made of a material with a certain strength and corrosion resistance to withstand various forces and vibrations that may be generated by the coffee machine during operation. The damping block 42 is located between the extractor 2 and the inner surface of the liquid receiving cup 3. When the liquid receiving cup 3 moves relative to the main body 1, the fitting surface of the damping block 42 will contact the inner surface of the liquid receiving cup 3 and generate resistance. At the same time, the material of the damping block 42 also needs to have a certain elasticity and wear resistance to ensure stability and durability after long-term use. Specifically, the damper 4 is made of silicone material. In other embodiments, the damping block may also cooperate with the outer surface of the liquid receiving cup, which will not be repeated here.

[0035] The main body 1 has a hollow shell 11, which is provided with a mounting hole. A mounting rod 41 passes through the mounting hole to fix the damper 4 on the main body 1. A limiting boss 411 with a width greater than the mounting hole is formed at one end of the mounting rod 41 close to the mounting hole. The limiting boss 411 abuts against the side of the shell 11 away from the extractor 2.

[0036] In this embodiment, the main body 1 of the coffee machine adopts a hollow shell 11 design, which helps to reduce the overall weight and provides a certain space to accommodate various components of the coffee machine. A mounting hole matching the shape and size of the mounting rod 41 of the damper 4 is opened at a specific position of the shell 11 so that the mounting rod 41 can smoothly pass through the mounting hole. In addition, the mounting rod 41 needs to have a certain strength and rigidity to ensure that the damper 4 can be stably fixed on the main body 1. A limiting boss 411 is designed at one end of the mounting rod 41 close to the mounting hole. The width of the limiting boss 411 is greater than the mounting hole. Therefore, when the mounting rod 41 passes through the mounting hole, the limiting boss 411 will abut against the side of the shell 11 away from the extractor 2 (the inner side of the shell 11) to prevent the damper 4 from slipping out of the mounting hole, ensuring that the damper 4 is firmly fixed on the main body 1.

[0037] The main body 1 is provided with a mounting flange 12 extending toward the extractor 2 , and the damper 4 is penetrated through the mounting flange 12 .

[0038] The mounting flange 12 is disposed on the main body 1 and extends toward the inside of the extractor 2. In this embodiment, the mounting flange 12 is integrally formed with the main body 1. In other embodiments, the mounting flange 12 can also be detachably fixed to the main body 1 to provide a mounting point for the damper 4.

[0039] The mounting flange 12 has a notch for accommodating the damper 4 , and the fitting surface of the damper 4 passes through the notch and is in close contact with the liquid receiving cup 3 .

[0040] In this embodiment, the contact surface of the damper 4 needs to be in close contact with the liquid receiving cup 3 to provide necessary resistance. The contact surface usually has a certain elasticity and friction to ensure stable contact with the liquid receiving cup 3. During the installation process, the contact surface of the damper 4 passes through the notch on the mounting flange 12 so that it can directly contact the inner surface of the liquid receiving cup 3, ensuring that the damper 4 can prevent the liquid receiving cup 3 from accidentally moving.

[0041] The extractor 2 comprises a housing 21 , a surface of which is provided with a snap-fitting groove 211 , and the mounting flange 12 is provided with a snap-fitting boss 121 which matches the snap-fitting groove 211 .

[0042] In this embodiment, the extractor 2 is firmly connected to the coffee machine body 1 through the cooperation of the snap-fit ​​groove 211 and the snap-fit ​​boss 121, preventing the extractor 2 from shaking or shifting during operation, thereby ensuring the stability and quality of coffee extraction. At the same time, the snap-fit ​​design makes the installation process of the extractor 2 simpler and faster. The user only needs to align the snap-fit ​​boss 121 with the snap-fit ​​groove 211 and gently insert it to complete the installation without using additional tools or fasteners. The extractor 2 can also be easily removed from the coffee machine body 1, which provides convenience for the user to clean, repair or replace the extractor 2.

[0043] like Figure 5 As shown, an annular reinforcing rib 212 is formed at the bottom of the housing 21 .

[0044] In this embodiment, the annular reinforcing rib 212 increases the thickness and rigidity of the bottom of the outer shell 21 to enhance the structural strength of the entire extractor 2, thereby preventing the outer shell 21 from being deformed or damaged due to factors such as pressure, temperature or mechanical vibration during use. Even in the case of high-speed rotation or vibration, the stability and positioning accuracy of the extractor 2 can be maintained, and the outer shell 21 of the extractor 2 can withstand more use pressure and friction. Therefore, the reinforcing rib 212 can extend the service life of the extractor 2 and reduce the frequency of maintenance and replacement.

[0045] The shape and size of the extractor 2 match those of the liquid receiving cup 3 so that the liquid receiving cup 3 surrounds the extractor 2 .

[0046] In this embodiment, the shape of the extractor 2 should match the shape of the inner wall of the liquid receiving cup 3, and is usually designed to be cylindrical or conical, so that the liquid receiving cup 3 can protect the extractor 2. The size of the extractor 2 should be slightly smaller than the size of the liquid receiving cup 3, so that the liquid receiving cup 3 can be smoothly put on the extractor 2 during assembly. It should be noted that there is a space between the extractor 2 and the liquid receiving cup 3 for accommodating coffee liquid.

[0047] The liquid receiving cup 3 is constructed as a cylinder with an inner diameter that continuously decreases along its height direction. The main body 1 is provided with three dampers 4 evenly distributed along the circumference of the extractor 2 to cooperate with the liquid receiving cup 3 .

[0048] In this embodiment, three dampers 4 are evenly distributed around the extractor 2. When the extractor is received in the liquid receiving cup, it can ensure that the liquid receiving cup 3 is evenly stressed, avoid slipping, and reduce the vibration or shaking generated by the liquid receiving cup 3 during operation.

[0049] The main body 1 is formed with a mounting cavity recessed toward the inside of the main body 1 . When the liquid receiving cup 3 is accommodated in the mounting cavity, the projection area of ​​the liquid receiving cup 3 along the height direction of the liquid receiving cup 3 does not exceed the projection area of ​​the main body 1 .

[0050] In this embodiment, the shape and size of the mounting cavity are adapted to the liquid receiving cup 3, and the recessed space matches the shape of the liquid receiving cup 3, ensuring that the liquid receiving cup 3 can be firmly placed therein and will not move or tilt during operation. When the liquid receiving cup 3 is placed in the mounting cavity, it will be completely surrounded or covered by the main body 1. That is, when viewed from above, the entire outline of the liquid receiving cup 3 should be covered by the main body 1, without exceeding the projection area of ​​the main body 1. This makes the overall appearance of the coffee machine more neat and uniform, improves the aesthetics of the coffee machine, and makes the user feel more comfortable and convenient when operating the coffee machine. In addition, it can also make the overall structure of the coffee machine more compact and easy to store.

[0051] The above are only specific embodiments of the present invention, but the protection scope of the present invention is not limited thereto. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present invention includes but is not limited to the contents described in the drawings and the above specific embodiments. Any modification that does not deviate from the functional and structural principles of the present invention shall be included in the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A coffee machine, comprising a main body (1) and an extractor (2) mounted on the main body (1), characterized in that: The coffee machine further comprises a liquid receiving cup (3); the main body (1) is provided with a damper (4) cooperating with the liquid receiving cup (3); the liquid receiving cup (3) is detachably fixed to the main body (1) via the damper (4); when the liquid receiving cup (3) is fixed to the main body (1), the extractor (2) is accommodated in the liquid receiving cup (3).

2. The coffee machine according to claim 1, characterized in that The damper (4) comprises a mounting rod (41) and a damping block (42) connected to the mounting rod (41); the mounting rod (41) is fixed to the main body (1); and the damping block (42) is located between the extractor (2) and the inner surface of the liquid receiving cup (3).

3. The coffee machine according to claim 2, characterized in that The main body (1) has a hollow shell (11), the shell (11) is provided with a mounting hole, the mounting rod (41) passes through the mounting hole so that the damper (4) is fixed to the main body (1), and a limiting boss (411) having a width greater than that of the mounting hole is formed at one end of the mounting rod (41) close to the mounting hole, the limiting boss (411) abuts against a side of the shell (11) away from the extractor (2).

4. The coffee machine according to claim 1, characterized in that The main body (1) is provided with a mounting flange (12) extending toward the extractor (2), and the damper (4) is penetrated by the mounting flange (12).

5. The coffee machine according to claim 4, characterized in that The mounting flange (12) has a notch for accommodating the damper (4), and the fitting surface of the damper (4) passes through the notch and is in close contact with the liquid receiving cup (3).

6. The coffee machine according to claim 4, characterized in that The extractor (2) comprises a shell (21), a surface of the shell (21) is provided with a snap-fit ​​groove (211), and the mounting flange (12) is provided with a snap-fit ​​boss (121) that matches the snap-fit ​​groove (211).

7. The coffee machine according to claim 6, characterized in that An annular reinforcing rib (212) is formed at the bottom of the shell (21).

8. The coffee machine according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that: The shape and size of the extractor (2) are matched with the shape and size of the liquid receiving cup (3) so that the liquid receiving cup (3) surrounds the extractor (2).

9. The coffee machine according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that: The liquid receiving cup (3) is constructed as a cylinder whose inner diameter decreases continuously along its height direction. The main body (1) is provided with three dampers (4) evenly distributed along the circumference of the extractor (2) to cooperate with the liquid receiving cup (3).

10. The coffee machine according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that: The main body (1) is formed with a mounting cavity recessed toward the inside of the main body (1); when the liquid receiving cup (3) is accommodated in the mounting cavity, the projection area of ​​the liquid receiving cup (3) along the height direction of the liquid receiving cup (3) does not exceed the projection area of ​​the main body (1).