Bean dispenser unit, coffee bean dispenser and coffee machine

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of grain split charging equipment, and discloses a bean discharging machine unit, a coffee bean discharging machine and a coffee maker, the bean discharging machine unit comprises a bean discharging machine body, the bean discharging machine body comprises a coffee bean inlet, a bean storage bin and a bean outlet which are communicated in sequence, the bean outlet can be opened and closed through a driving mechanism, and at least one side of the bean discharging machine body is provided with a splicing surface; and when the splicing surfaces of the two bean discharging machine bodies are spliced with each other, the connecting structures of the two bean discharging machine units can be detachably connected. According to the embodiment of the utility model, the bean discharging machine units can be detachably connected with one another, so that the structure of the coffee bean discharging machine is more compact, the occupied area when a plurality of bean discharging machine units work together is reduced, the number of structures for supporting the bean discharging machine units can be reduced, the requirement on the installation environment of the coffee machine is reduced, and the production cost is reduced. In addition, a plurality of bean discharging machine units can share one power supply, so that the cost of the bean discharging machine units can be saved, and the attractiveness of the coffee machine can be improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of grain packaging equipment, in particular to a bean dispensing unit, a coffee bean dispensing machine and a coffee machine. Background Art

[0002] The coffee bean dispenser is used to store coffee beans and provide the right amount of coffee beans to the grinder when the coffee machine is in use. Different varieties of coffee beans, different roasting degrees, and different blending ratios will produce different flavors. As people's pursuit of coffee quality and flavor becomes higher and higher, the demand for blended coffee beans is also increasing.

[0003] In the related art, in order to blend coffee beans, some coffee machines are configured to include multiple coffee bean dispensers that work independently. However, when multiple coffee bean dispensers work together, they occupy a large area and require a separate supporting structure for each coffee bean dispenser. This not only increases the number of parts of the coffee bean dispenser, but also increases the requirements for the installation environment of the coffee machine. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of this, the utility model provides a bean dispenser unit, a coffee bean dispenser and a coffee machine to solve the problem in the related art that a large area is occupied when multiple bean dispensers work together, a supporting structure needs to be separately provided for each bean dispenser, and high requirements are placed on the installation environment of the coffee machine.

[0005] In a first aspect, the utility model provides a bean dispenser unit, comprising:

[0006] The bean dispensing machine body comprises a coffee bean inlet, a bean storage bin and a bean dispensing port which are connected in sequence. The bean dispensing port can be opened and closed by a driving mechanism and is used for dispensing coffee beans. A splicing surface is formed on at least one side of the bean dispensing machine body;

[0007] The connection structure is such that when the joint surfaces of the two bean dispenser bodies are joined together, the connection structures of the two bean dispenser units can be detachably connected.

[0008] Beneficial effect: The bean dispensing unit of the utility model is provided with a joint surface on at least one side of the bean dispensing body. When the joint surfaces of two bean dispensing units are joined together, the two bean dispensing units can be detachably connected through the connection structure. By such a configuration, multiple bean dispensing units can work together to achieve the blending of different varieties of coffee beans, unroasted degrees and different proportions to produce coffee with different flavors, thereby satisfying people's pursuit of coffee quality and flavor.

[0009] Furthermore, since the multiple bean dispensing units of the coffee bean dispensing machine of the embodiment of the utility model can be detachably connected to each other, the structure of the coffee bean dispensing machine can be made more compact. On this basis, the joint surfaces of the multiple bean dispensing units can be closely fitted to each other to reduce the gaps between the multiple bean dispensing units, thereby reducing the occupied area when the multiple bean dispensing units work together;

[0010] In addition, the multiple bean dispensing units of the coffee bean dispensing machine of the embodiment of the present application can be spliced ​​into one, so that only one set of support structures is required to reliably support the entire coffee bean dispensing machine, and there is no need to separately set a support structure for each bean dispensing unit, which helps to reduce the number of parts of the coffee bean dispensing machine. In addition, since the coffee bean dispensing machine of the embodiment of the present application occupies a small space and does not need to install a support structure for each bean dispensing unit one by one, the requirements for the size and flatness of the installation environment are relatively low. The embodiment of the present application also reduces the requirements for the installation environment of the bean dispensing unit and helps to improve the aesthetics of the bean dispensing unit.

[0011] In an optional embodiment, the joint surface includes a first joint surface and a second joint surface provided on opposite sides of the bean dispenser body;

[0012] The connection structure includes:

[0013] A first inserting block is formed on the upper portion of the bean dispenser body and is located on one of the first joint surface and the second joint surface;

[0014] A first slot is formed on the upper part of the bean dispenser body and is located on the other of the first joint surface and the second joint surface, and can be plugged into the first plug block of the other bean dispenser unit;

[0015] A second inserting block is formed at the lower part of the bean dispenser body and is located on one of the first joint surface and the second joint surface;

[0016] The second slot is formed at the lower part of the bean dispenser body and is located on the other of the first joint surface and the second joint surface, and can be plugged into the second plug-in block of the other bean dispenser unit.

[0017] Beneficial effects:

[0018] By such an arrangement, the first joint surface of the bean dispenser unit can be spliced ​​with the second joint surface of another bean dispenser unit, and the two sides of each bean dispenser unit can be used for detachable connection with bean dispenser units of the same structure, so that the number of splicing of bean dispenser units is not limited, thereby realizing the blending of multiple coffee beans, making the recipe change more flexible, and realizing the high modularity of the coffee bean dispenser.

[0019] In an optional embodiment, the bean dispenser unit further includes:

[0020] A power board is arranged in the bean dispenser body;

[0021] A first conductive member, one end of which is connected to the current input terminal of the power board, and the other end of which extends to the splicing surface;

[0022] The second conductive member has one end connected to the current input end of the power board and the other end extending to the splicing surface. When the two bean dispenser units are spliced ​​together, the first conductive members of the two bean dispenser units can be conductively connected, and the second conductive members of the two bean dispenser units can be conductively connected.

[0023] Beneficial effects:

[0024] By such an arrangement, when the joint surfaces of the two bean dispenser units are joined to each other, the first conductive members and the second conductive members of the two bean dispenser units can automatically contact each other, thereby completing the connection of the circuits of the bean dispenser units without the need to connect additional power supply and communication lines. This can make the assembly of the coffee bean dispenser easier, and also enable multiple bean dispenser units to work together and share a power supply, thereby saving the cost of the bean dispenser units.

[0025] In an optional embodiment, the first conductive member and the second conductive member respectively include a first connecting section and a second connecting section, the first connecting section is connected to the power board, the middle part of the second connecting section is connected to the first connecting section, and both ends of the second connecting section extend to the first splicing surface and the second splicing surface respectively.

[0026] Beneficial effects:

[0027] Through such an arrangement, when the bean dispenser units are connected to each other, a plurality of bean dispenser units can be connected in parallel in sequence, and the power supply of all the bean dispenser units can be completed by simply connecting one of the bean dispenser units to a power source.

[0028] In an optional implementation, the first end of the second connecting section is located on the bottom wall of the second slot; and the second end of the second connecting section is located below the second inserting block.

[0029] Beneficial effects:

[0030] Through such an arrangement, when the second slots and the second plug-in blocks of the two bean dispenser units are plugged into each other, the second connecting sections of the two bean dispenser units can be clamped between the second slots and the second plug-in blocks and abut against each other, so that the circuit connection between the two bean dispenser units is more reliable.

[0031] In an optional embodiment, a conductive spring is connected to the first end of the second connecting segment, and the conductive spring protrudes in a direction away from the bottom wall of the second slot and can abut against the second end of another second connecting segment.

[0032] The conductive spring sheet can be compressed and elastically deformed when in contact with the second connecting section of another bean dispenser unit, and can offset the second connecting section of the other bean dispenser unit through its own elastic restoring force, thereby further improving the reliability of the circuit connection between the two bean dispenser units.

[0033] In an optional embodiment, the bean dispenser body has a first bottom plate, the first bottom plate is a metal plate, the second slot and the second plug are respectively arranged on both sides of the first bottom plate, and a connecting groove connecting the second slot and the lower part of the second plug is also formed on the first bottom plate, and the bean dispenser unit further includes:

[0034] The first insulating plate is partially arranged in the second slot and extends through the connecting groove to the bottom of the second plug block. One end of the second connecting section is arranged on the first insulating plate, and the other end passes through the first insulating plate and abuts against the bottom of the first insulating plate.

[0035] Beneficial effects:

[0036] The first bottom plate made of metal can improve the overall structural strength of the bean dispenser unit, and the first insulating plate can separate the second connecting section from the bottom wall of the second slot, and the second end of the second connecting section from the bottom wall of the plug, and prevent short circuits. Therefore, the bean dispenser body of the embodiment of the utility model can ensure the overall strength of the bean dispenser unit while ensuring the safety of the circuit. In an optional embodiment, an avoidance groove is formed on the first insulating plate, and the end of the conductive spring is inserted into the avoidance groove; and / or,

[0037] A limiting groove is formed on the bottom wall of the second slot, and the first insulating plate is arranged in the limiting groove.

[0038] Beneficial effects:

[0039] When the conductive spring piece abuts against the second connecting section of another bean dispenser unit, the conductive spring piece can be squeezed and partially enter the avoidance groove.

[0040] The limiting groove can limit the first insulating plate to prevent the first insulating plate from being displaced due to external force when the bean dispenser units are spliced ​​together.

[0041] In an optional embodiment, a male plug is connected to one of the first connecting section and the second connecting section, and a female plug is connected to the other of the first connecting section and the second connecting section, and the male plug and the female plug can be plugged into each other.

[0042] In a second aspect, the utility model further provides a coffee bean dispenser, comprising:

[0043] A first aspect of the utility model relates to a bean dispenser unit.

[0044] Beneficial effect: The coffee bean dispenser of the second aspect of the utility model includes or uses the bean dispenser unit of the first aspect of the utility model, and thus has its beneficial effect, namely, the plurality of bean dispenser units can be detachably connected to each other, making the structure of the coffee bean dispenser more compact, and on this basis, the joint surfaces of the plurality of bean dispenser units can fit closely to each other to reduce the gap between the plurality of bean dispenser units, so as to reduce the floor space occupied by the plurality of bean dispenser units when working together, and in addition, the plurality of bean dispenser units of the coffee bean dispenser of the embodiment of the utility model can share a set of legs, thereby further improving the modularity of the coffee bean dispenser and helping to reduce the area occupied by the coffee bean dispenser.

[0045] On this basis, the coffee bean dispenser of this embodiment can blend coffee beans of different varieties, different roastings and different proportions, thereby producing different flavors to meet people's pursuit of coffee quality and flavor.

[0046] In an optional embodiment, the coffee bean dispenser further includes a first leg and a second leg, and the first leg and the second leg can be detachably connected to the joint surfaces on opposite sides of the coffee bean dispenser unit respectively;

[0047] A third plug is provided on the first leg, and the third plug can be detachably connected to the first slot of the bean dispenser unit; and / or,

[0048] A fourth plug is provided on the first leg, and the fourth plug can be plugged into the second slot of the bean dispenser unit; and / or,

[0049] The second leg is provided with a third slot, and the third slot can be plugged into the first plug block of the bean dispenser unit; and / or,

[0050] The second leg is provided with a fourth slot, and the fourth slot can be plugged into the second plug block of the bean dispenser unit.

[0051] Beneficial effect: Through such an arrangement, the first leg can be spliced ​​with the first splicing surface of any bean dispenser unit, and the second leg can be spliced ​​with the second splicing surface of any bean dispenser unit. There is no need to add other connecting structures to the bean dispenser unit, so the detachable connection between the bean dispenser unit and the leg can be achieved.

[0052] In an optional embodiment, a third conductive member and a fourth conductive member are provided on the first leg, the third conductive member is used to connect to the current output terminal of the power supply, and the fourth conductive member is used to connect to the current input terminal of the power supply, and when the first leg is detachably connected to the bean dispenser unit, the third conductive member is conductively connected to the first conductive member of the bean dispenser unit, and the fourth conductive member is conductively connected to the second conductive member of the bean dispenser unit.

[0053] Beneficial effect: Through such an arrangement, the coffee bean dispenser of the utility model can realize a control end to control multiple bean dispenser units spliced ​​together, thereby improving the efficiency of blending coffee beans, making the recipe changes more flexible and efficient, and can be adjusted according to on-site needs.

[0054] In an optional implementation, the third conductive member and the fourth conductive member respectively include conductive sheets, and the first leg further includes:

[0055] A second bottom plate, the second bottom plate is a metal plate, the fourth plug is formed at a first end of the second bottom plate, and a connecting groove connecting an upper surface of the second bottom plate and a lower portion of the fourth plug is formed on the second bottom plate;

[0056] The second insulating plate is arranged in the connecting groove and extends to below the fourth plug-in block. One end of the conductive sheet is arranged on the second insulating plate, and the other end passes through the second insulating plate and abuts against the bottom of the second insulating plate.

[0057] Beneficial effect: The second bottom plate made of metal can improve the strength of the first leg, and the second insulating plate can separate the first end of the conductive sheet from the top surface of the second bottom plate, and the second end of the conductive sheet from the bottom wall of the fourth plug, and prevent short circuit. Therefore, the bean dispenser body of the embodiment of the utility model can ensure the safety of the circuit while ensuring the overall strength of the first leg.

[0058] In an optional embodiment, the coffee bean dispenser further includes a packaging machine, which is arranged below the bean outlet of the bean dispenser unit.

[0059] Beneficial effect: Through such an arrangement, coffee beans of different varieties, different roasting degrees and different blending proportions can be packaged together to produce coffee beans with different flavors.

[0060] In a third aspect, the utility model further provides a coffee machine, comprising:

[0061] The coffee bean dispensing machine according to the second aspect of the utility model;

[0062] The coffee bean grinder is arranged below the coffee bean dispenser and can grind the coffee beans output by the coffee bean dispenser.

[0063] Beneficial effects:

[0064] The coffee machine of the third aspect of the utility model includes or uses the coffee bean dispenser of the second aspect of the utility model, and thus has its beneficial effect, namely, the multiple bean dispenser units of the coffee machine can be detachably connected to each other, making the structure of the coffee machine more compact, and on this basis, the joint surfaces of the multiple bean dispenser units can fit closely to each other to reduce the gaps between the multiple bean dispenser units, so as to reduce the floor space occupied by the multiple bean dispenser units when working together, and in addition, the multiple bean dispenser units of the coffee machine of the embodiment of the utility model can share a set of legs, thereby further improving the modularity of the coffee machine and helping to reduce the area occupied by the coffee machine.

[0065] On this basis, the coffee machine of this embodiment can blend coffee beans of different varieties, different roastings and different proportions, thereby producing different flavors to meet people's pursuit of coffee quality and flavor.

[0066] In an optional embodiment, the coffee bean dispenser includes a plurality of coffee bean dispenser units;

[0067] Each bean dispenser unit is connected to a grinder below; or,

[0068] The coffee machine also includes a funnel, which is arranged below the multiple bean dispenser units and can receive coffee beans output by the multiple bean dispenser units. The outlet of the funnel is connected to the bean grinder. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0069] In order to more clearly illustrate the specific implementation methods of the utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the specific implementation methods or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some implementation methods of the utility model. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative work.

[0070] Figure 1 A three-dimensional diagram of a coffee bean dispenser unit according to an embodiment of the utility model at an angle;

[0071] Figure 2 A three-dimensional diagram of a coffee bean dispenser unit according to an embodiment of the utility model at another angle;

[0072] Figure 3 It is an enlarged view of the second slot and the second inserting block of a bean dispenser unit according to an embodiment of the utility model;

[0073] Figure 4 An exploded view of a coffee bean dispenser according to an embodiment of the utility model at one angle;

[0074] Figure 5An exploded view of a coffee bean dispenser according to an embodiment of the utility model at another angle;

[0075] Figure 6 A cross-sectional view of a coffee bean dispenser according to an embodiment of the utility model;

[0076] Figure 7 for Figure 6 A in the enlarged view;

[0077] Figure 8 A top view of a first bottom plate of a coffee bean dispenser according to an embodiment of the utility model;

[0078] Fig. 9 A circuit diagram of a coffee bean dispenser according to an embodiment of the utility model;

[0079] Fig.10 This is an implementation of the coffee machine of the utility model;

[0080] Fig.11 Another implementation of the coffee machine of the utility model;

[0081] Fig.12 This is an exploded view of the first bottom plate and the second bottom plate of a coffee bean dispenser according to an embodiment of the utility model.

[0082] Description of reference numerals:

[0083] 1. bean dispensing unit; 101. bean dispensing body; 1011. first bottom plate;

[0084] 1021, first plug block; 1022, first slot; 1023, second plug block; 1024, second slot; 10251, limit slot; 1026, first insulating plate; 10261, avoidance slot; 10262, first section; 10263, second section; 10264, avoidance through hole; 1027, connection slot;

[0085] 103. Power board;

[0086] 104, first conductive member; 1041, first connecting section; 1042, second connecting section; 1043, conductive spring; 105, second conductive member;

[0087] 2. First leg; 201. Third conductive member; 202. Fourth conductive member; 203. Third plug-in block; 204. Fourth plug-in block; 205. Second bottom plate; 206. Second insulating plate; 207. Connecting groove; 3. Second leg; 301. Third slot; 302. Fourth slot; 4. Bean grinder; 5. Funnel. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0088] In order to make the purpose, technical solution and advantages of the embodiment of the utility model clearer, the technical solution in the embodiment of the utility model will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiment of the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiment is a part of the embodiment of the utility model, not all the embodiments. Based on the embodiment of the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative work are within the scope of protection of the utility model.

[0089] Combine the following Figures 1 to 3 , describing an embodiment of the utility model.

[0090] According to an embodiment of the utility model, on the one hand, a bean dispensing unit 1 is provided, comprising a bean dispensing body 101 and a connection structure. The bean dispensing body 101 comprises a coffee bean inlet, a bean storage bin and a bean dispensing port which are connected in sequence, the bean dispensing port can be opened and closed by a driving mechanism, and is used to output coffee beans, and a splicing surface is formed on at least one side of the bean dispensing body 101. When the splicing surfaces of two bean dispensing bodies 101 are spliced ​​with each other, the connection structures of the two bean dispensing units 1 can be detachably connected.

[0091] The bean dispensing unit 1 of the utility model is provided with a joint surface on at least one side of the bean dispensing body 101. When the joint surfaces of two bean dispensing units 1 are joined together, the two bean dispensing units 1 can be detachably connected through a connection structure. By such a configuration, multiple bean dispensing units 1 can work together to achieve the blending of different varieties of coffee beans, unroasted degrees and different proportions to produce coffee with different flavors, thereby satisfying people's pursuit of coffee quality and flavor.

[0092] Furthermore, since the multiple bean dispenser units 1 of the coffee bean dispenser according to the embodiment of the utility model can be detachably connected to each other, the structure of the coffee bean dispenser can be made more compact. On this basis, the joint surfaces of the multiple bean dispenser units 1 can fit closely to each other to reduce the gap between the multiple bean dispenser units 1, so as to reduce the occupied area when the multiple bean dispenser units 1 work together.

[0093] In addition, the multiple bean dispensing units of the coffee bean dispensing machine of the embodiment of the present application can be spliced ​​into one, which makes it possible to reliably support the entire coffee bean dispensing machine by only setting up one set of support structures, without having to set up a support structure for each bean dispensing unit separately, which helps to reduce the number of parts of the coffee bean dispensing machine. In addition, since the coffee bean dispensing machine of the embodiment of the present application occupies a small space and does not need to install a support structure for each bean dispensing unit one by one, the requirements for the size and flatness of the installation environment are relatively low. The embodiment of the present application also reduces the requirements for the installation environment of the bean dispensing unit and helps to improve the aesthetics of the bean dispensing unit.

[0094] The bean dispenser unit may be placed on a plane through legs, and illustratively, the supporting structure may be legs connected to the bean dispenser unit. As a convertible embodiment, the bean dispenser unit may also be suspended, and illustratively, when the bean dispenser unit is suspended, the supporting structure may be a hook or a suspension bracket for suspending the bean dispenser unit.

[0095] As another convertible embodiment, the coffee bean dispenser unit may also be optionally fixedly mounted on a wall. For example, when the supporting structure is selected to be fixedly mounted on a wall, the supporting structure may be optionally a bonding structure for bonding the coffee bean dispenser unit to the wall.

[0096] It should be noted that in the embodiment of the present application, there is no limitation on the purpose of the bean dispenser unit. By way of example, the bean dispenser unit is used to package coffee beans. As a convertible embodiment, the bean dispenser unit can also be used to package other particulate matter, such as grains, nuts or spherical tea leaves.

[0097] In one embodiment, the joint surface includes a first joint surface and a second joint surface provided on opposite sides of the bean dispenser body 101. The connection structure includes a first plug block 1021, a first slot 1022, a second plug block 1023 and a second slot 1024. The first plug block 1021 is formed at the upper part of the bean dispenser body 101 and is located on one of the first joint surface and the second joint surface. The first slot 1022 is formed at the upper part of the bean dispenser body 101 and is located on the other of the first joint surface and the second joint surface, and can be plugged with the first plug block 1021 of other bean dispenser units 1. The second plug block 1023 is formed at the lower part of the bean dispenser body 101 and is located on one of the first joint surface and the second joint surface. The second slot 1024 is formed at the lower part of the bean dispenser body 101 and is located on the other of the first joint surface and the second joint surface, and can be plugged with the second plug block 1023 of other bean dispenser units 1.

[0098] By such an arrangement, the first joint surface of the bean dispenser unit 1 can be joined with the second joint surface of another bean dispenser unit 1, and the two sides of each bean dispenser unit 1 can be used for detachable connection with the bean dispenser units 1 of the same structure, so that the number of joints of the bean dispenser units 1 is not limited, thereby enabling the blending of multiple coffee beans, making the recipe change more flexible, and achieving a high degree of modularization of the coffee bean dispenser.

[0099] As a convertible embodiment, the coffee bean dispenser units 1 can also be connected to each other by snapping, riveting or magnetic attraction.

[0100] As a convertible embodiment, the joint surface may be formed on one side surface of the coffee bean dispenser body 101 .

[0101] As another alternative embodiment, there may be two joint surfaces, which are formed on two connected sides of the coffee bean dispenser body 101 .

[0102] The driving mechanism is preferably, but not limited to, a linear driving mechanism or a rotation source. The linear driving mechanism may be a device capable of outputting linear motion, such as a hydraulic cylinder, a pneumatic cylinder, an electric cylinder, or a combination of a motor and a gear rack, etc. The rotation source may be a device capable of outputting rotation, such as a motor, an engine, a hydraulic motor, or a combination of one of them and a reducer, etc.

[0103] In one embodiment, the bean dispenser unit 1 further includes a power board 103, a first conductive member 104, and a second conductive member 105. The power board 103 is disposed in the bean dispenser body 101. One end of the first conductive member 104 is connected to the current input end of the power board 103, and the other end extends to the splicing surface. One end of the second conductive member 105 is connected to the current input end of the power board 103, and the other end extends to the splicing surface. When two bean dispenser units 1 are spliced ​​together, the first conductive members 104 of the two bean dispenser units 1 can be conductively connected, and the second conductive members 105 of the two bean dispenser units 1 can be conductively connected.

[0104] By such an arrangement, when the joint surfaces of the two bean dispenser units 1 are joined to each other, the first conductive members 104 and the second conductive members 105 of the two bean dispenser units 1 can automatically contact each other, thereby completing the connection of the circuits of the bean dispenser units 1, without the need to connect additional power supply and communication lines, thereby making the assembly of the coffee bean dispenser easier, and also enabling a plurality of bean dispenser units to work together and share a power supply, thereby saving the cost of the bean dispenser units.

[0105] In one embodiment, Figure 8 and Fig. 9 As shown, the first conductive member 104 and the second conductive member 105 respectively include a first connecting segment 1041 and a second connecting segment 1042, the first connecting segment 1041 is connected to the power board 103, the middle part of the second connecting segment 1042 is connected to the first connecting segment 1041, and the two ends of the second connecting segment 1042 extend to the first splicing surface and the second splicing surface respectively.

[0106] By such arrangement, after the bean-dispensing machine units 1 are connected to each other, a plurality of bean-dispensing machine units 1 can be connected in parallel in sequence, and the power supply of all the bean-dispensing machine units 1 can be completed by only connecting one of the bean-dispensing machine units 1 to the power supply.

[0107] The first connecting section 1041 is preferably, but not limited to, a conductive connecting sheet or a conductive wire.

[0108] In one embodiment, Figure 3As shown, the first end of the second connecting section 1042 is located on the bottom wall of the second slot 1024 ; the second end of the second connecting section 1042 is located below the second inserting block 1023 .

[0109] By such arrangement, when the second slots 1024 and the second plug blocks 1023 of the two coffee bean dispenser units 1 are plugged into each other, the second connecting sections 1042 of the two coffee bean dispenser units 1 can be clamped between the second slots 1024 and the second plug blocks 1023 and abut against each other, so that the circuit connection between the two coffee bean dispenser units 1 is more reliable.

[0110] In one embodiment, a first end of the second connecting segment 1042 is connected to a conductive spring 1043 , which protrudes in a direction away from the bottom wall of the second slot 1024 and can overlap with a second end of another second connecting segment 1042 .

[0111] The conductive spring piece 1043 can be compressed and elastically deformed when in contact with the second connecting section 1042 of another bean dispenser unit 1, and can offset the second connecting section 1042 of the other bean dispenser unit 1 through its own elastic restoring force, thereby further improving the reliability of the circuit connection between the two bean dispenser units 1.

[0112] As a convertible embodiment, a male plug is connected to one of the first connection section 1041 and the second connection section 1042, and a female plug is connected to the other of the first connection section 1041 and the second connection section 1042, and the male plug and the female plug can be plugged into each other. Preferably, the sum of the lengths of the first connection section 1041 and the second connection section 1042 is greater than the distance between the first joint surface and the second joint surface of the bean dispenser unit 1, so that when the operator needs to connect the two bean dispenser units 1 to each other, he can first plug the male plug and the female plug into each other, and then splice the two bean dispenser units 1 to each other, thereby realizing the circuit connection between the two bean dispenser units 1.

[0113] In one embodiment, the bean dispenser body 101 has a first bottom plate 1011, which is a metal plate, and the second slot 1024 and the second plug block 1023 are respectively arranged on both sides of the first bottom plate 1011. A connecting groove 1027 connecting the second slot 1024 and the lower part of the second plug block 1023 is also formed on the first bottom plate 1011, and the bean dispenser unit 1 further includes a first insulating plate 1026. The first insulating plate 1026 is partially arranged in the second slot 1024, and extends to the lower part of the second plug block 1023 through the connecting groove 1027. One end of the second connecting section 1042 is arranged on the first insulating plate 1026, and the other end passes through the first insulating plate 1026 and abuts against the bottom of the first insulating plate 1026.

[0114] The first bottom plate 1011 made of metal can improve the overall structural strength of the bean dispenser unit 1, and the first insulating plate 1026 can separate the second connecting section 1042 from the bottom wall of the second slot 1024, and the second end of the second connecting section 1042 from the bottom wall of the plug, and prevent short circuit. Therefore, the bean dispenser body 101 of the embodiment of the utility model can ensure the overall strength of the bean dispenser unit 1 while ensuring the safety of the circuit.

[0115] Illustratively, in a preferred embodiment, the bean dispenser body 101 has a first bottom plate 1011, the first bottom plate 1011 is a metal plate, the second slot 1024 and the second plug block 1023 are respectively arranged on both sides of the first bottom plate 1011, and a connecting groove 1027 is also formed on the first bottom plate 1011, one end of the connecting groove 1027 is connected to the second slot 1024, and the other end extends to the bottom of the second plug block 1023, and the bean dispenser unit 1 also includes a first insulating plate 1026. The first insulating plate 1026 includes a first section 10262, a second section 10263 and an avoidance hole 10264. The first section 10262 is arranged in the second slot 1024. The second section 10263 is connected to the upper part of the first section 10262 and extends to the bottom of the second plug block 1023 through the connecting groove 1027. The avoidance hole 10264 is formed at the connection between the first section 10262 and the second section 10263. One end of the second connecting section 1042 is arranged on the first section 10262, and the other end passes through the avoidance hole 10264 and extends to the bottom of the second section 10263.

[0116] In one embodiment, Fig.12 As shown, the first bottom plate 1011 is an integrated structure. As a convertible implementation, the first bottom plate 1011 includes a first bottom plate 1011 body and a splicing plate connected below the first bottom plate 1011 body.

[0117] In one embodiment, the first insulating plate 1026 is an integrated structure. As a convertible implementation, the first insulating plate 1026 includes a first plate body disposed in the second slot 1024 and a second plate body connected to the bottom of the second plug block 1023 .

[0118] In one embodiment, the second connecting section 1042 is an integrated conductive connecting piece. As a convertible implementation, the second connecting section 1042 includes a spring sheet, a connecting piece and a wire. The spring sheet is arranged in the second slot 1024, the connecting piece is connected to the bottom of the second plug block 1023, and the wire is connected between the spring sheet and the connecting piece.

[0119] In one embodiment, a evacuation groove 10261 is formed on the first insulating plate 1026, and the end of the conductive spring piece 1043 is inserted into the evacuation groove 10261. By such a configuration, when the conductive spring piece 1043 abuts against the second connecting section 1042 of another bean dispenser unit 1, the conductive spring piece 1043 can be squeezed and partially enter the evacuation groove 10261.

[0120] A limiting groove 10251 is formed on the bottom wall of the second slot 1024, and the first insulating plate 1026 is disposed in the limiting groove 10251. The limiting groove 10251 can limit the first insulating plate 1026 to prevent the first insulating plate 1026 from being displaced by external force during the process of splicing the bean dispenser units 1.

[0121] According to an embodiment of the present invention, on the other hand, a coffee bean dispenser is provided, comprising the coffee bean dispenser unit 1 involved in the first aspect of the present invention.

[0122] The coffee bean dispenser of the first aspect of the utility model includes or uses the bean dispenser unit 1 of the first aspect of the utility model, and thus has its beneficial effect, that is, the multiple bean dispenser units 1 can be detachably connected to each other, so that the structure of the coffee bean dispenser is more compact. On this basis, the joint surfaces of the multiple bean dispenser units 1 can fit closely to each other to reduce the gaps between the multiple bean dispenser units 1, so as to reduce the floor space occupied by the multiple bean dispenser units 1 when working together. In addition, the multiple bean dispenser units 1 of the coffee bean dispenser of the embodiment of the utility model can share a set of legs, thereby further improving the modularity of the coffee bean dispenser and helping to reduce the area occupied by the coffee bean dispenser.

[0123] In addition, the multiple bean dispensing units of the coffee bean dispensing machine of the embodiment of the present application can be spliced ​​into one, which makes it possible to reliably support the entire coffee bean dispensing machine by only setting up one set of support structures, without having to set up a support structure for each bean dispensing unit separately, which helps to reduce the number of parts of the coffee bean dispensing machine. In addition, since the coffee bean dispensing machine of the embodiment of the present application occupies a small space and does not need to install a support structure for each bean dispensing unit one by one, the requirements for the size and flatness of the installation environment are relatively low. The embodiment of the present application also reduces the requirements for the installation environment of the bean dispensing unit and helps to improve the aesthetics of the bean dispensing unit.

[0124] On this basis, the coffee bean dispenser of this embodiment can blend coffee beans of different varieties, different roastings and different proportions, thereby producing different flavors to meet people's pursuit of coffee quality and flavor.

[0125] In one embodiment, the coffee bean dispenser further includes a first leg 2 and a second leg 3, and the first leg 2 and the second leg 3 can be detachably connected to the joint surfaces on opposite sides of the bean dispenser unit 1. A control module is also provided on the first leg 2 and / or the second leg 3, and the control module is communicatively connected to the power boards 103 of the multiple bean dispenser units 1. Through such a configuration, the coffee bean dispenser of the utility model can realize that one control terminal controls multiple bean dispenser units 1 spliced ​​together, thereby improving the efficiency of blending coffee beans, making the change of the recipe more flexible and efficient, and can be adjusted according to the needs of the site.

[0126] The control module may include a programmable logic control component (such as a PLC or a CPU), a memory, and electronic components connected to the programmable logic control component, etc., which are well known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here.

[0127] In one embodiment, each bean dispenser unit 1 can be individually set to have a bean output amount, so as to adjust the ratio of various coffee beans by changing the bean output amount of a single machine. As a convertible implementation, a master control screen is provided on the first leg 2 and / or the second leg 3, and the operator can modify the bean output ratio of each bean dispenser through the master control screen.

[0128] In one embodiment, Figures 4 to 6 As shown, the first leg 2 is provided with a third plug block 203, and the third plug block 203 can be detachably connected to the first slot 1022 of the bean dispenser unit 1; and / or,

[0129] The first leg 2 is provided with a fourth plug block 204, which can be plugged into the second slot 1024 of the bean dispenser unit 1; and / or,

[0130] The second leg 3 is provided with a third slot 301, and the third slot 301 can be plugged into the first plug block 1021 of the bean dispenser unit 1; and / or,

[0131] The second leg 3 is provided with a fourth slot 302 , which can be plugged into the second plug block 1023 of the bean dispenser unit 1 .

[0132] By such an arrangement, the first leg 2 can be spliced ​​with the first splicing surface of any bean dispenser unit 1, and the second leg 3 can be spliced ​​with the second splicing surface of any bean dispenser unit 1. There is no need to add other connecting structures to the bean dispenser unit 1, so that the bean dispenser unit 1 can be detachably connected to the legs.

[0133] In one embodiment, Figure 6 and Figure 7As shown, the first leg 2 is provided with a third conductive member 201 and a fourth conductive member 202, the third conductive member 201 is used to connect to the current output end of the power supply, and the fourth conductive member 202 is used to connect to the current input end of the power supply. When the first leg 2 is detachably connected to the bean dispenser unit 1, the third conductive member 201 is conductively connected to the first conductive member 104 of the bean dispenser unit 1, and the fourth conductive member 202 is conductively connected to the second conductive member 105 of the bean dispenser unit 1.

[0134] By such arrangement, when the first leg 2 and the coffee bean dispenser unit 1 are spliced ​​with each other, the current output end of the power supply can be connected to the first conductive member 104 of the coffee bean dispenser unit 1 through the third conductive member 201, and the current input end of the power supply can be connected to the second conductive member 105 of the coffee bean dispenser unit 1 through the fourth conductive member 202, thereby supplying power to the multiple coffee bean dispenser units 1, thereby simplifying the power supply method of the coffee bean dispenser.

[0135] A power supply module may be optionally provided in the first leg 2, the current output end of the power supply module is connected to the third conductive member 201, and the current input end of the power supply module is connected to the fourth conductive member 202. As a convertible implementation, the third conductive member 201 and the fourth conductive member 202 are led out from the main body of the first leg 2 and connected to a plug, which can be plugged into an external power source to supply power to multiple coffee bean dispensers.

[0136] In one embodiment, the third conductive member 201 and the fourth conductive member 202 include conductive sheets, respectively, and the first leg 2 further includes a second bottom plate 205 and a second insulating plate 206. The second bottom plate 205 is a metal plate, the fourth plug 204 is formed at the first end of the second bottom plate 205, and a connecting groove 207 connecting the upper surface of the second bottom plate 205 and the lower part of the fourth plug 204 is formed on the second bottom plate 205. The second insulating plate 206 is disposed in the connecting groove 207 and extends to below the fourth plug 204, one end of the conductive sheet is disposed on the second insulating plate 206, and the other end passes through the second insulating plate 206 and abuts against the bottom of the second insulating plate 206.

[0137] The second bottom plate 205 made of metal can improve the strength of the first leg 2, and the second insulating plate 206 can separate the first end of the conductive sheet from the top surface of the second bottom plate 205, and the second end of the conductive sheet from the bottom wall of the fourth plug 204, and prevent short circuits. Therefore, the bean dispenser body 101 of the embodiment of the utility model can ensure the overall strength of the first leg 2 while ensuring the safety of the circuit. The second bottom plate 205 can be an integrated structure, and as a convertible embodiment, the second bottom plate 205 includes a bottom plate body and a second splicing plate connected below the bottom plate body.

[0138] The second insulating plate 206 can be optionally an integrated structure. As a convertible embodiment, the second insulating plate 206 includes a first plate body and a second plate body. The first plate body is arranged in the connecting groove 207 and is located on the top surface of the second bottom plate 205. The second plate body is connected to the bottom of the fourth plug-in block 204.

[0139] As a convertible embodiment, the third conductive member 201 and the fourth conductive member 202 respectively include a first conductive sheet, a second conductive sheet and a conductive wire. The first conductive sheet is arranged in the connecting groove 207 and is located above the second insulating plate 206. The second conductive sheet is located below the fourth plug-in block 204. The conductive wire is connected between the first conductive sheet and the second conductive sheet.

[0140] In one embodiment, a packaging machine is provided at the bottom of the coffee bean dispenser. The packaging machine is arranged below the bean outlet of the bean dispenser unit and can package the coffee beans output by the coffee bean dispenser.

[0141] Through such an arrangement, coffee beans of different varieties, different roasting degrees and different blending proportions can be packaged together to produce coffee beans with different flavors.

[0142] According to an embodiment of the present invention, on the other hand, a coffee machine is provided, comprising the coffee bean dispenser of the first utility model of the present invention and a grinder 4. The grinder 4 is arranged below the coffee bean dispenser and can grind the coffee beans output by the coffee bean dispenser.

[0143] The coffee machine of the third aspect of the utility model includes or uses the coffee bean dispenser of the second aspect of the utility model, and thus has its beneficial effects, namely, the multiple bean dispenser units 1 of the coffee machine can be detachably connected to each other, making the structure of the coffee machine more compact, and on this basis, the joint surfaces of the multiple bean dispenser units 1 can fit closely to each other to reduce the gaps between the multiple bean dispenser units 1, so as to reduce the floor space occupied by the multiple bean dispenser units 1 when working together, and in addition, the multiple bean dispenser units 1 of the coffee machine of the embodiment of the utility model can share a set of legs, thereby further improving the modularity of the coffee machine and helping to reduce the area occupied by the coffee machine.

[0144] On this basis, the coffee machine of this embodiment can blend coffee beans of different varieties, different roastings and different proportions, thereby producing different flavors to meet people's pursuit of coffee quality and flavor.

[0145] In addition, the coffee machine of the present invention can realize a control end to control multiple bean dispenser units 1 spliced ​​together, thereby improving the efficiency of blending coffee beans, making the recipe changes more flexible and efficient, and can be adjusted according to on-site needs.

[0146] In one embodiment, Fig.10As shown, the coffee bean dispenser includes a plurality of dispenser units 1;

[0147] A bean grinder 4 is connected below each bean dispenser unit 1. Each bean grinder 4 can grind the coffee beans output by a bean dispenser unit 1 into coffee powder.

[0148] like Fig.11 As shown, the coffee machine further includes a hopper 5, which is arranged below the multiple bean dispensing units 1 and can receive coffee beans outputted by the multiple bean dispensing units 1, and an outlet of the hopper 5 is connected to the bean grinder 4. The hopper 5 changes to cover the multiple bean dispensing units 1, thereby receiving coffee beans outputted by the multiple bean dispensing units 1 and inputting them into the bean grinder 4, so that the coffee beans are ground by the bean grinder 4.

[0149] As a convertible embodiment, a container is provided below the plurality of bean dispensing units 1, and the coffee beans output by the bean dispensing units 1 can fall into the container and then be manually transferred to the bean grinder 4 for performing the bean grinding operation.

[0150] Although the embodiments of the present invention are described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art may make various modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, and such modifications and variations are all within the scope defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A bean dispenser unit, characterized in that: include: A bean dispensing machine body (101), the bean dispensing machine body (101) comprising a coffee bean inlet, a bean storage bin and a bean dispensing port which are connected in sequence, the bean dispensing port being openable and closable by a driving mechanism and being used for dispensing coffee beans, and at least one side of the bean dispensing machine body (101) being formed with a splicing surface; The connection structure is such that when the joint surfaces of the two bean dispenser bodies (101) are joined together, the connection structures of the two bean dispenser units (1) can be detachably connected.

2. The bean dispenser unit according to claim 1, characterized in that: The joint surface comprises a first joint surface and a second joint surface arranged on opposite sides of the bean dispenser body (101); The connection structure comprises: A first inserting block (1021) is formed on the upper part of the coffee bean dispenser body (101) and is located on one of the first joint surface and the second joint surface; A first slot (1022) is formed on the upper part of the coffee bean dispenser body (101) and is located on the other of the first joint surface and the second joint surface, and is capable of being plugged into a first plug block (1021) of another coffee bean dispenser unit (1); A second insert block (1023) is formed at the lower part of the coffee bean dispenser body (101) and is located on one of the first joint surface and the second joint surface; The second slot (1024) is formed at the lower part of the coffee bean dispenser body (101) and is located on the other of the first joint surface and the second joint surface, and can be plugged into the second plug block (1023) of the other coffee bean dispenser unit (1).

3. The bean dispenser unit according to claim 2, characterized in that: Also includes: A power board (103) is arranged in the bean dispenser body (101); A first conductive member (104), one end of which is connected to the current input end of the power board (103), and the other end of which extends to the splicing surface; The second conductive member (105) has one end connected to the current input end of the power board (103) and the other end extending to the splicing surface. When the two bean dispenser units (1) are spliced ​​together, the first conductive members (104) of the two bean dispenser units (1) can be conductively connected, and the second conductive members (105) of the two bean dispenser units (1) can be conductively connected.

4. The bean dispenser unit according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first conductive member (104) and the second conductive member (105) respectively comprise a first connecting section (1041) and a second connecting section (1042), wherein the first connecting section (1041) is connected to the power board (103), the middle part of the second connecting section (1042) is connected to the first connecting section (1041), and the two ends of the second connecting section (1042) respectively extend to the first splicing surface and the second splicing surface.

5. The bean dispenser unit according to claim 4, characterized in that: The first end of the second connecting section (1042) is located on the bottom wall of the second slot (1024); and the second end of the second connecting section (1042) is located below the second inserting block (1023).

6. The bean dispenser unit according to claim 5, characterized in that: The first end of the second connecting section (1042) is connected to a conductive spring sheet (1043), and the conductive spring sheet (1043) protrudes in a direction away from the bottom wall of the second slot (1024) and can overlap with the second end of another second connecting section (1042).

7. The bean dispenser unit according to claim 6, characterized in that: The bean dispenser body (101) comprises a first bottom plate (1011), the first bottom plate (1011) being a metal plate, the second slot (1024) and the second plug block (1023) being respectively arranged on both sides of the first bottom plate (1011), and a connecting groove (1027) connecting the second slot (1024) and the lower part of the second plug block (1023) being formed on the first bottom plate (1011), and the bean dispenser unit (1) further comprises: A first insulating plate (1026), wherein the first insulating plate (1026) is partially disposed in the second slot (1024) and extends through the connecting groove (1027) to the bottom of the second plug block (1023); one end of the second connecting section (1042) is disposed on the first insulating plate (1026), and the other end passes through the first insulating plate (1026) and abuts against the bottom of the first insulating plate (1026).

8. The bean dispenser unit according to claim 7, characterized in that: A avoiding groove (10261) is formed on the first insulating plate (1026), and the end of the conductive spring sheet (1043) is inserted into the avoiding groove (10261); and / or, A limiting groove (10251) is formed on the bottom wall of the second slot (1024), and the first insulating plate (1026) is arranged in the limiting groove (10251).

9. The bean dispenser unit according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that: A male plug is connected to one of the first connecting section (1041) and the second connecting section (1042), and a female plug is connected to the other of the first connecting section (1041) and the second connecting section (1042), and the male plug and the female plug can be plugged into each other.

10. A coffee bean dispenser, characterized in that: include: The coffee bean dispenser unit (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

11. The coffee bean dispenser according to claim 10, characterized in that: The coffee bean dispenser further comprises a first leg (2) and a second leg (3), wherein the first leg (2) and the second leg (3) are respectively detachably connected to the joint surfaces on two opposite sides of the coffee bean dispenser unit (1); The first leg (2) is provided with a third plug block (203), and the third plug block (203) can be detachably connected to the first slot (1022) of the coffee bean dispenser unit (1); and / or, The first leg (2) is provided with a fourth plug block (204), and the fourth plug block (204) can be plugged into the second slot (1024) of the coffee bean dispenser unit (1); and / or, The second leg (3) is provided with a third slot (301), and the third slot (301) can be plugged into the first plug block (1021) of the coffee bean dispenser unit (1); and / or, The second leg (3) is provided with a fourth slot (302), and the fourth slot (302) can be plugged into the second plug block (1023) of the coffee bean dispenser unit (1).

12. The coffee bean dispenser according to claim 11, characterized in that: A third conductive member (201) and a fourth conductive member (202) are provided on the first leg (2); the third conductive member (201) is used to connect to a current output terminal of a power source, and the fourth conductive member (202) is used to connect to a current input terminal of a power source; when the first leg (2) is detachably connected to the coffee bean dispenser unit (1), the third conductive member (201) is conductively connected to a first conductive member (104) of the coffee bean dispenser unit (1), and the fourth conductive member (202) is conductively connected to a second conductive member (105) of the coffee bean dispenser unit (1).

13. The coffee bean dispenser according to claim 12, characterized in that: The third conductive member (201) and the fourth conductive member (202) respectively comprise conductive sheets, and the first leg (2) further comprises: a second bottom plate (205), the second bottom plate (205) being a metal plate, the fourth plug-in block (204) being formed at a first end of the second bottom plate (205), and a connecting groove (207) connecting an upper surface of the second bottom plate (205) and a lower portion of the fourth plug-in block (204) being formed on the second bottom plate (205); The second insulating plate (206) is arranged in the connecting groove (207) and extends to the bottom of the fourth plug (204); one end of the conductive sheet is arranged on the second insulating plate (206), and the other end passes through the second insulating plate (206) and abuts against the bottom of the second insulating plate (206).

14. The coffee bean dispenser according to claim 10, characterized in that: It also includes a packaging machine, which is arranged below the bean outlet of the bean dispenser unit.

15. A coffee machine, characterized in that: include: The coffee bean dispenser according to any one of claims 10 to 14; A coffee bean grinder (4) is arranged below the coffee bean dispenser and is capable of grinding the coffee beans output by the coffee bean dispenser.

16. The coffee machine according to claim 15, characterized in that The coffee bean dispenser comprises a plurality of coffee bean dispenser units (1); A bean grinder (4) is connected below each bean dispenser unit (1); or The coffee machine further comprises a hopper (5), which is arranged below the plurality of bean dispenser units (1) and is capable of receiving coffee beans output by the plurality of bean dispenser units (1), and an outlet of the hopper (5) is connected to the bean grinder (4).

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