Ice bucket with bucket cover capable of being automatically opened and closed

Abstract

The ice bucket comprises a bucket body and the bucket cover, the bucket cover is arranged on the bucket body in a covering mode, a pipe bin is formed on the inner side wall of the bucket body, the upper end of the pipe bin is communicated with an opening of the bucket body, a pipe column is formed at the bottom of the bucket cover, the pipe column is inserted into the pipe bin and rotationally connected with the pipe bin, and a motor and a power source are arranged in the pipe column. The output end of the motor is connected with a barrel cover on the top of the tubular column, a control circuit board is arranged in the barrel cover, an on-off switch is arranged on the outer wall, and the motor, the power source and the on-off switch are electrically connected with the control circuit board. According to the technical scheme, the bucket cover of the ice bucket can be automatically and stably opened and closed, so that the ice bucket is convenient to use by a user, water drops attached to the bucket cover are not easy to scatter on a placing surface or clothes of the user, and the user experience is excellent.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of ice buckets, and more specifically, to an ice bucket with an automatically opening and closing bucket lid. Background Art

[0002] An ice bucket is a container specifically designed to hold ice cubes, usually made of materials such as metal, plastic, glass, or ceramic. Its main function is to keep beverages cold by holding ice cubes, so as to obtain a cooler taste in hot weather or occasions where cold drinks are needed. In addition, it can also be used for the preservation of other foods.

[0003] The bucket body and the bucket lid are the main components of the ice bucket. The bucket body is used to hold ice cubes, providing a space to store a sufficient amount of ice cubes to keep beverages and other foods cold. At the same time, the design of the bucket body usually takes into account the heat preservation performance to reduce the loss of cold air, helping to maintain the low temperature state of the ice cubes, thereby extending the melting time of the ice cubes. In addition, it also provides structural support for the entire ice bucket, enabling it to stand stably, facilitating filling, use, and handling. The bucket lid is detachably covered on the bucket body, closing the opening of the bucket body. It can reduce the loss of cold air in the ice bucket, helping to maintain the low temperature state of the ice cubes, thereby extending the melting time of the ice cubes and maintaining the cooling effect of the beverages or other items in the bucket. At the same time, it also has the functions of preventing dust and dirt and preventing the internal ice cubes from spilling.

[0004] The bucket lid of a conventional ice bucket is usually designed to be opened and closed manually. That is to say, the user needs to use their hands to open and close the bucket lid. As shown in a Chinese patent with the publication number CN212720480U and the patent name "Ice Bucket", the bucket mouth of the disclosed ice bucket is provided with a bucket lid, which includes a fixed lid and a movable lid. The fixed lid is fixed at the edge of the bucket mouth of the ice bucket, and the movable lid is connected to the fixed lid through a lid shaft and can rotate around the lid shaft. The above settings enable the user to simply lift the movable lid or cover it when taking or placing ice cubes or chilled items, without having to move the entire bucket lid, which is convenient to use.

[0005] However, the bucket lid that needs to be opened and closed manually lacks convenience. Since it requires the user to operate it personally, it can be extremely inconvenient when the hands are busy. For example, at a party or other events, if the user is holding other items in their hands, they may need to put these items down first to open the bucket lid. Especially when it is necessary to frequently take beverages from the ice bucket or check the state of the ice cubes, the manual operation will appear more cumbersome. In addition, the manual method cannot open and close the bucket lid smoothly, and the water droplets attached to its surface are likely to spill on the placement surface or the user's clothes, resulting in a negative impact on the user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0006] In view of the above situation, to overcome the problem that the lid of the existing ice bucket needs to be manually opened and closed by the user, which is extremely inconvenient when the hands are busy. Often, the held items need to be put down first to open the lid. Especially when it is necessary to frequently take beverages from the ice bucket or check the ice status, manual operation will appear more cumbersome, and the manual method cannot make the lid open and close smoothly, resulting in a negative impact on the user experience. The purpose of the present utility model is to provide an ice bucket with a lid that can be automatically and smoothly opened and closed, so that it is convenient for users to use, and the water droplets attached to the lid are not easily spilled on the placement surface or the user's clothes, and the user experience is extremely good.

[0007] In order to achieve the above purpose, the technical solution of the present invention is:

[0008] An ice bucket with a lid that can be automatically opened and closed, which includes a bucket body and a lid. The lid is covered on the bucket body. A pipe chamber is formed on the inner side wall of the bucket body. The upper end of the pipe chamber communicates with the opening of the bucket body. A pipe column is formed at the bottom of the lid. The pipe column is inserted into the pipe chamber and is rotatably connected to the pipe chamber. A motor and a power source are provided in the pipe column. The output end of the motor is connected to the lid at the top of the pipe column. A control circuit board is provided in the lid, and an opening and closing switch is provided on the outer wall. The motor, the power source and the opening and closing switch are electrically connected to the control circuit board.

[0009] Preferably, a limiting guide groove is formed on the outer bottom wall of the pipe column, and a limiting block is formed on the inner bottom wall of the pipe chamber. The limiting block is slidably matched with the limiting guide groove.

[0010] Preferably, a solar panel is provided on the top of the lid. The solar panel is electrically connected to the control circuit board, and the power source is a storage battery.

[0011] Preferably, an atmosphere lamp is provided at the bottom of the lid, and a light source switch is further provided on the outer wall. The atmosphere lamp and the light source switch are electrically connected to the control circuit board.

[0012] Preferably, a charging interface is further provided on the outer wall of the lid. The charging interface is electrically connected to the control circuit board. A dust-proof cover is covered on the charging interface, and the dust-proof cover is movably connected to the lid.

[0013] Preferably, the lid includes a lower lid and an upper lid. The pipe column is formed on the lower lid, and the upper end of the pipe column communicates with the top of the lower lid and is closed by the upper lid. The output end of the motor is connected to the upper lid body.

[0014] Preferably, an insertion tube is formed on the lower lid, and an insertion post corresponding to the insertion tube is formed on the upper lid. The insertion tube and the insertion post are inserted and matched and fixed by a threaded fastener.

[0015] Preferably, the bucket body includes an inner bucket and an outer bucket. The pipe chamber is formed on the inner side wall of the inner bucket.

[0016] Preferably, the bottom of the inner bucket is provided with an inner drainage hole, the bottom of the outer bucket is provided with an outer drainage hole, and a water sealing plug is arranged in the inner drainage hole.

[0017] Preferably, a lifting groove is formed on the inner side wall of the inner bucket.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of the present invention are as follows:

[0019] During the entire opening and closing process of the ice bucket lid of the present utility model, the user only needs to apply a control instruction to make the motor operate through the opening and closing switch, without the need for additional operations, so that it can be conveniently completed even when the hands are busy. Especially when it is necessary to frequently take beverages from the ice bucket or check the ice state, it can provide sufficient convenience for the user. In addition, driven by the motor, the lid can rotate smoothly, effectively reducing the possibility that the water droplets attached to the surface of the lid are easily spilled on the placement surface or the user's clothes, giving the user an excellent usage experience. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0020] Figure 1 is the overall structural schematic diagram of the ice bucket lid of the present utility model when it is closed;

[0021] Figure 2 is the overall structural schematic diagram of the ice bucket lid of the present utility model when it is opened;

[0022] Figure 3 is the sectional structural schematic diagram of the ice bucket lid of the present utility model when it is opened;

[0023] Figure 4 is the present utility model Figure 3 is the enlarged structural schematic diagram of part A;

[0024] Figure 5 is the overall structural schematic diagram of the ice bucket body of the present utility model;

[0025] Figure 6 is the overall structural schematic diagram of the ice bucket body from another perspective of the present utility model;

[0026] Figure 7 is the overall structural schematic diagram of the ice bucket lid of the present utility model;

[0027] Figure 8 is the exploded structural schematic diagram of the ice bucket lid of the present utility model;

[0028] Figure 9 is the present utility model Figure 8 is the enlarged structural schematic diagram of part B;

[0029] Figure 10 is the exploded structural schematic diagram of the ice bucket lid from another perspective of the present utility model.

[0030] As shown in the figure:

[0031] 1. Barrel body; 101. Inner barrel; 101a. Pipe bin; 101b. Limit block; 101c. Internal drainage hole; 101d. Lifting groove; 102. Outer barrel; 102a. External drainage hole; 2. Barrel cover; 201. Lower cover; 201a. Pipe column; 201b. Limit guide groove; 201c. Insertion tube; 202. Upper cover; 202a. Insertion post; 3. Motor; 4. Power supply; 401. Battery; 5. Control circuit board; 6. Opening and closing switch; 7. Solar panel; 8. Ambient light; 9. Light source switch; 10. Charging interface; 11. Dust cover; 12. Threaded fastener; 13. Water sealing plug. Specific implementation mode

[0032] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0033] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "inner", "outer", etc. is based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship in which the product of the present invention is usually placed during use. It is only for the convenience of simplified description, rather than indicating or implying that this orientation is a specific orientation that must be had, as well as a specific orientation structure and operation. Therefore, it should not be construed as a limitation to the present invention.

[0034] As Figure 1 and Figure 2 shown, the present utility model relates to an ice bucket with an automatically openable and closable barrel cover. It includes a barrel body 1 and a barrel cover 2. The barrel body 1 is used to provide sufficient space to store a sufficient number of ice cubes to keep beverages and other foods at a low temperature. At the same time, it has heat preservation performance to reduce the loss of cold air, helps to maintain the low temperature state of the ice cubes, thereby extending the melting time of the ice cubes. In addition, it also provides structural support for the entire ice bucket, enabling it to stand stably, facilitating ice cube filling, use and handling. The barrel cover 2 is covered on the opening of the barrel body 1. The barrel cover 2 closes the opening of the barrel body 1. It can reduce the loss of cold air in the ice bucket, helps to maintain the low temperature state of the ice cubes, thereby extending the melting time of the ice cubes, and maintains the cooling effect of the beverages or other items in the bucket. At the same time, it also has the functions of dust and dirt prevention and preventing the internal ice cubes from spilling. The barrel cover 2 and the barrel body 1 are detachably connected, and when opened, ice cubes can be filled into the barrel body 1 or beverages and other foods to be refrigerated can be put in;

[0035] As Figure 2 、 Figure 3 、 Figure 5 、 Figure 7 、and 8 and Figure 10As shown, a pipe bin 101a is formed on the inner side wall of the barrel body 1. It can be understood that the inside of the pipe bin 101a is hollow. The upper end of the pipe bin 101a communicates with the opening of the barrel body 1 and is connected to the external space through the opening of the barrel body 1. A pipe column 201a is formed at the bottom of the barrel cover 2. The pipe column 201a faces the pipe bin 101a and is inserted into the pipe bin 101a, thereby forming a rotational connection with the pipe bin 101a. With the pipe column 201a as the rotation axis, the barrel cover 2 can rotate relative to the barrel body 1 to open and close, thereby opening or re - covering the opening of the barrel body 1;

[0036] As Figure 3 , Figure 8 and Figure 10 shown, a motor 3 and a power source 4 are provided in the pipe column 201a. The output end of the motor 3 is connected to the barrel cover 2 at the top of the pipe column 201a. A control circuit board 5 is provided in the barrel cover 2, and an opening and closing switch 6 is provided on the outer wall. The motor 3, the power source 4, and the opening and closing switch 6 are electrically connected to the control circuit board 5. The control circuit board 5 has a chip. The chip receives the control instruction of the opening and closing switch 6 and correspondingly controls the operation and rotation of the motor 3. When the motor 3 operates, it provides a driving force for the rotation of the barrel cover 2, enabling the barrel cover 2 to automatically rotate relative to the barrel body 1 with the pipe column 201a as the rotation axis, realizing automatic opening and closing. During the entire opening and closing process of the barrel cover 2, the user only needs to apply a control instruction to make the motor 3 operate through the opening and closing switch 6 without performing additional operations, making it convenient to complete even when the hands are busy. Especially when it is necessary to frequently take beverages from the ice bucket or check the ice cube status, it can provide sufficient convenience for the user. In addition, driven by the motor 3, the barrel cover 2 can maintain a stable rotation, thereby effectively reducing the possibility that the water droplets attached to the surface of the barrel cover 2 are easily spilled on the placement surface or the user's clothes, giving the user an excellent usage experience.

[0037] As Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 7 , and 8 and Figure 10 shown, a limiting guide groove 201b is formed on the outer bottom wall of the pipe column 201a, and a limiting block 101b is formed on the inner bottom wall of the pipe bin 101a. The limiting block 101b is in sliding fit with the limiting guide groove 201b. During the rotation of the pipe column 201a, the limiting block 101b and the limiting guide groove 201b will slide relative to each other. By using the two ends of the limiting guide groove 201b to limit the sliding range of the limiting guide block, the maximum opening angle of the pipe column 201a and the entire barrel cover 2 is correspondingly limited. In the present utility model, the maximum opening angle of the barrel cover 2 is 180°, thereby ensuring that the opening of the barrel body 1 can be completely opened, facilitating the filling of ice cubes and the access of beverages or other foods.

[0038] As Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 7 , and 8 and Figure 10As shown, a solar panel 7 is provided on the top of the bucket lid 2. The solar panel 7 is electrically connected to the control circuit board 5, and the power source 4 is a storage battery 401. The solar panel 7 converts solar energy into electrical energy and stores it in the storage battery 401 to charge the storage battery 401. And its being provided on the top of the bucket lid 2 ensures that it can receive direct sunlight when used outdoors, thereby improving the energy conversion efficiency. Solar energy, as a clean energy source, adds an environmental protection attribute to this practical new ice bucket. At the same time, in occasions with dim light such as rainy and cloudy days, the electrical energy stored in the storage battery 401 can also be used to supply power to the entire circuit, so as to ensure that the bucket lid 2 automatically opens and closes when the user needs it. In addition, this also makes it unnecessary to disassemble and replace the power source 4 when the electrical energy is exhausted, making the use more environmentally friendly.

[0039] As Figure 1 well as Figures 7 to 10 shown, an ambient light 8 is provided on the bottom of the bucket lid 2. Specifically, the ambient light 8 is a light strip, and a light source switch 9 is also provided on the outer wall. The ambient light 8 and the light source switch 9 are electrically connected to the control circuit board 5. The user can send a control command to the chip on the control circuit board 5 through the light source switch 9 to correspondingly control the on and off of the ambient light 8. When the ambient light 8 is lit, it projects light beams into the surrounding space to form an ambient light effect, bringing a unique visual enjoyment to the user while enjoying the iced drink, thereby significantly improving the usage experience. Especially in occasions with dim light such as rainy and cloudy days, it can also provide an illumination effect.

[0040] As Figure 1 well as Figures 7 to 10 shown, a charging interface 10 is also provided on the outer wall of the bucket lid 2. The charging interface 10 is electrically connected to the control circuit board 5. The charging interface 10 is specifically a type- interface. A mobile device can be charged by connecting a data cable to the charging interface 10, which further endows this practical new ice bucket with the function of a mobile power source 4, better meeting the power consumption needs when used outdoors. A dust-proof cover 11 is covered on the charging interface 10. The dust-proof cover 11 is movably connected to the bucket lid 2, specifically a rotational connection. By means of the dust-proof cover 11, it can prevent dust, rain, snow and other impurities from entering and causing poor contact when the charging interface 10 is not needed to charge the mobile device.

[0041] As Figure 8 and Figure 10As shown, the bucket lid 2 includes a lower lid 201 and an upper lid 202. A pipe column 201a is formed on the lower lid 201, and the upper end of the pipe column 201a penetrates through the top of the lower lid 201. That is to say, one end of the pipe column 201a is open. The motor 3 and the power supply 4 are installed inside through the opening of the pipe column 201a, and the opening of the pipe column 201a is closed by the upper lid 202, so that the installation space of the motor 3 and the power supply 4 forms a sealed space, thus providing protection. The output end of the motor 3 is integrally connected to the upper lid 202. When the motor 3 operates, the upper lid 202 transmits the driving force to the lower lid 201 to realize the rotation of the bucket lid 2. In addition, a hollow inner cavity is formed between the upper lid 202 and the lower lid 201, and the control circuit board 5 is arranged in this inner cavity. When the upper lid 202 and the lower lid 201 are in the closed state, this inner cavity also remains closed, thus protecting the control circuit board 5. The solar panel 7 and the atmosphere lamp 8 are respectively arranged on the top of the upper lid 202 and the bottom of the lower lid 201. The opening and closing switch 6, the light source switch 9 and the charging interface 10 are arranged on the side wall of the lower lid 201.

[0042] As Figure 8 and Figure 10 shown, an insertion tube 201c is formed on the lower lid 201, and a corresponding insertion post 202a is formed on the upper lid 202. The insertion tube 201c and the insertion post 202a are in plug-in fit and fixed by a threaded fastener 12, correspondingly keeping the upper lid 202 and the lower lid 201 fixed. It should be mentioned that there are multiple insertion posts 202a and corresponding insertion tubes 201c and threaded fasteners 12, thus increasing the fixed points between the upper lid 202 and the lower lid 201 and obtaining a stable connection by multi-point fixation.

[0043] As Figure 3 and Figure 5 shown, the bucket body 1 is composed of an outer bucket 102 and an inner bucket 101. Among them, the outer barrel provides structural support for the entire ice bucket, enabling it to stand stably, facilitating ice filling, use and handling. The inner bucket 101 is used to hold ice cubes, and a pipe bin 101a is formed on the inner side wall of the inner bucket 101.

[0044] As Figure 5 and Figure 6 shown, a drain hole 101c is opened at the bottom of the inner bucket 101, and a drain hole 102a is opened at the bottom of the outer bucket 102. A water sealing plug 13 is arranged in the drain hole 101c. When the ice bucket of the present utility model is in use, the drain hole 101c and the drain hole 102a cooperate to release the accumulated water formed by the melting of the ice cubes in the inner bucket 101. After removing the water sealing plug 13, the accumulated water can directly flow to the external space through the bottoms of the inner bucket 101 and the outer bucket 102 without tilting the bucket body 1, thus making the discharge of the accumulated water more labor-saving and convenient. After the accumulated water is discharged, the water sealing plug 13 needs to be re-embedded into the drain hole 101c to seal it.

[0045] As Figure 2, Figure 3 and Figure 5 As shown in Figure 3 and Figure 5 , a lifting groove 101d is provided on the inner side wall of the inner barrel 101. When in use, users can hold the barrel body 1 by hand and easily move it from one place to the target position. Especially when the barrel body 1 is filled with more ice cubes, it provides more labor-saving control.

[0046] Combined with Figures 1 to 10 , the lid 2 of the ice bucket of the present utility model can be automatically opened and closed. When the user needs to open and close it, a control instruction is sent to the chip on the control circuit board 5 through the opening and closing switch 6 on the lid 2. The chip correspondingly controls the motor 3 located in the pipe column 201a to operate. The motor 3 drives the lid 2 to rotate relative to the barrel body 1 with the pipe column 201a as the rotation axis, so as to realize automatic opening and closing. During the use process, the user can also send a control instruction to the chip on the control circuit board 5 through the light source switch 9. The chip correspondingly controls the atmosphere lamp 8 to light up. The atmosphere lamp 8 emits light beams that are projected into the surrounding space to form an atmosphere light effect, bringing a unique visual enjoyment to the user while enjoying the iced drink, thus significantly improving the use experience. Especially in occasions with darker light such as rainy days, it can also provide an illumination effect. When the user needs to charge a mobile device, the dust cover 11 movably connected to the lid 2 can be opened, and the mobile device can be charged by connecting to the charging interface 10 with a data cable using the electric energy stored in the storage battery 401, thus having the function of a mobile power source 4. When the ice cubes melt in the inner barrel 101 of the barrel body 1 to form accumulated water, the user can remove the water sealing plug 13 at the bottom of the inner barrel 101, and then the accumulated water can be emptied outwards through the inner drainage hole 101c and the outer drainage hole 102a on the outer barrel 102 in sequence. In addition, the user can also carry it through the lifting groove 101d on the inner barrel 101, making the carrying more labor-saving.

[0047] The above embodiments and the descriptions in the specification only illustrate the principles and the best embodiments of the present invention. Without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, the present invention will have various changes and improvements, and these changes and improvements all fall within the scope of the present invention claimed.

Claims

1. An ice bucket with an automatically openable and closable bucket lid, which comprises a bucket body (1) and a bucket lid (2), and the bucket lid (2) is covered on the bucket body (1), and is characterized in that, On the inner side wall of the barrel body (1), a pipe storage chamber (101a) is formed. The upper end of the pipe storage chamber (101a) communicates with the opening of the barrel body (1). On the bottom of the barrel cover (2), a pipe column (201a) is formed. The pipe column (201a) is inserted into the pipe storage chamber (101a) and is rotatably connected to the pipe storage chamber (101a). A motor (3) and a power source (4) are provided in the pipe column (201a). The output end of the motor (3) is connected to the barrel cover (2). A control circuit board (5) is provided in the barrel cover (2), and an opening and closing switch (6) is provided on the outer wall.

2. The ice bucket with an automatically openable and closable bucket lid according to claim 1, characterized in that, On the outer bottom wall of the pipe column (201a), a limit guide groove (201b) is formed. On the inner bottom wall of the pipe storage chamber (101a), a limit block (101b) is formed. The limit block (101b) is in sliding fit with the limit guide groove (201b).

3. An ice bucket with an automatically openable and closable bucket lid according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, A solar panel (7) is provided on the top of the barrel cover (2). The solar panel (7) is electrically connected to the control circuit board (5), and the power source (4) is a storage battery (401).

4. A ice bucket with an automatically opening and closing bucket lid according to claim 3, characterized in that, An atmosphere lamp (8) is provided on the bottom of the barrel cover (2), and a light source switch (9) is also provided on the outer wall. The atmosphere lamp (8) and the light source switch (9) are electrically connected to the control circuit board (5).

5. The ice bucket with an automatically openable and closable bucket lid according to claim 4, characterized in that A charging interface (10) is also provided on the outer wall of the barrel cover (2). The charging interface (10) is electrically connected to the control circuit board (5). A dust-proof cover (11) is covered on the charging interface (10). The dust-proof cover (11) is movably connected to the barrel cover (2).

6. A bucket with an automatically openable and closable lid according to any one of claims 1, 2, 4 or 5, characterized in that, The barrel cover (2) includes a lower cover (201) and an upper cover (202). The pipe column (201a) is formed on the lower cover (201). The upper end of the pipe column (201a) penetrates through the top of the lower cover (201) and is closed by the upper cover (202). The output end of the motor (3) is connected to the upper cover (202) body.

7. The ice bucket with an automatically openable and closable bucket lid according to claim 6, characterized in that, An insertion tube (201c) is formed on the lower cover (201). A corresponding insertion post (202a) is formed on the upper cover (202). The insertion tube (201c) is in plug-in fit with the insertion post (202a) and is fixed by a threaded fastener (12).

8. An ice bucket with an automatically openable and closable bucket lid according to any one of claims 1, 2, 4, 5 or 7, characterized in that, The barrel body (1) includes an inner barrel (101) and an outer barrel (102). The pipe storage chamber (101a) is formed on the inner side wall of the inner barrel (101).

9. A bucket with an automatically openable and closable lid according to claim 8, characterized in that, An inner drain hole (101c) is opened at the bottom of the inner barrel (101). An outer drain hole (102a) is opened at the bottom of the outer barrel (102). A water sealing plug (13) is provided in the inner drain hole (101c).

10. A bucket with an ice bucket lid that can be automatically opened and closed according to claim 9, characterized in that, A lifting groove (101d) is opened on the inner side wall of the inner barrel (101).

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