Intelligent pot based on thermoelectric conversion

Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model provides an intelligent pot based on thermoelectric conversion. The intelligent pot comprises a pot body, a thermoelectric conversion unit and a control unit. Wherein a thermoelectric conversion unit is embedded in the pot body. A control unit used for intelligently controlling the intelligent cooker is arranged in the intelligent cooker. And the thermoelectric conversion unit is connected with the control unit. The thermoelectric conversion unit can convert heat on the pot body into electric energy and transmit the electric energy to the control unit. The method is used for achieving the effect of improving the safety of the intelligent cookware.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of smart cookware, and in particular to a smart cookware based on thermoelectric conversion. Background Art

[0002] With the rapid development of artificial intelligence, smart cookware has greatly improved cooking efficiency with its ability to monitor cooking parameters in real time and precisely control the cooking process.

[0003] Currently, most smart cookers on the market rely on batteries or external wired power supplies for powering the smart cookers. However, the use of batteries or external wired power supplies in an open flame environment poses a great safety hazard.

[0004] Therefore, how to design smart cookware to improve its safety during use has become an urgent problem to be solved. Utility Model Content

[0005] The embodiments of the present application provide a smart cookware based on thermoelectric conversion, so as to achieve the effect of improving the safety of the smart cookware.

[0006] In a first aspect, an embodiment of the present application provides a smart cookware based on thermoelectric conversion, the smart cookware comprising: a cookware body having a thermoelectric conversion unit embedded therein; a control unit for intelligently controlling the smart cookware provided in the smart cookware; the thermoelectric conversion unit being connected to the control unit;

[0007] The thermoelectric conversion unit is used to convert the heat on the pot body into electrical energy and transmit the electrical energy to the control unit.

[0008] Optionally, the smart cookware is provided with a capacitor, the thermoelectric conversion unit is connected to the capacitor, and the capacitor is connected to the control unit;

[0009] The capacitor is used to stabilize the voltage of the electric energy transmitted by the thermoelectric conversion unit.

[0010] Optionally, the thermoelectric conversion unit and the capacitor are connected via a wire.

[0011] Optionally, the positive electrode of the thermoelectric conversion unit is connected to the capacitor through a first wire, and the negative electrode of the thermoelectric conversion unit is connected to the capacitor through a second wire.

[0012] Optionally, the capacitor is located in the handle of the smart cookware.

[0013] Optionally, the thermoelectric conversion unit is arranged in the open flame contact area at the bottom of the pot body.

[0014] Optionally, the pot body has: an inner side wall and an outer side wall;

[0015] The thermoelectric conversion unit is disposed between the inner wall and the outer wall.

[0016] Optionally, the thermoelectric conversion unit includes: at least one thermoelectric converter.

[0017] Optionally, the multiple thermoelectric converters do not overlap; the multiple thermoelectric converters are connected in series and / or in parallel.

[0018] Optionally, the thermoelectric converter has a strip, ring or semicircular structure.

[0019] Optionally, the smart cookware is provided with at least one sensor;

[0020] The sensor is connected to the control unit, and the thermoelectric conversion unit supplies power to the sensor through the control unit;

[0021] Alternatively, the sensor is wirelessly connected to the control unit, the sensor is connected to the thermoelectric conversion unit, and the thermoelectric conversion unit is further configured to directly power the sensor.

[0022] Optionally, a circuit board is provided on the handle of the smart cookware, and the control unit is provided on the circuit board;

[0023] The circuit board is also provided with a display unit and a Bluetooth communication unit.

[0024] The smart cookware based on thermoelectric conversion provided in the embodiment of the present application has a thermoelectric conversion unit embedded in the pot body and connected to a control unit, so that the control unit of the smart cookware can be powered by the thermoelectric conversion unit, thereby improving the safety of the smart cookware when heated by open flame. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0025] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with the present application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the present application.

[0026] Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the working principle of the thermoelectric converter provided for this application;

[0027] Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the structure of the smart cooker provided in this application Figure 1 ;

[0028] Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the structure of the smart cooker provided in this application Figure 2 ;

[0029] Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the structure of the smart cooker provided in this application Figure 3 ;

[0030] Figure 5 Schematic diagram of the structure of the smart cooker provided in this application Figure 4 ;

[0031] Figure 6 Schematic diagram of the usage process of the smart cookware provided in this application.

[0032] Reference numerals

[0033] 100-Smart cookware;

[0034] 110-pot body; 111-inner wall; 112-outer wall;

[0035] 120-thermoelectric conversion unit; 121-thermoelectric converter;

[0036] 130-control unit; 140-capacitor;

[0037] 150 - conductor; 151 - first conductor; 152 - second conductor;

[0038] 160-handle; 170-sensor;

[0039] 180 - circuit board; 181 - display unit; 182 - Bluetooth communication unit. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0040] Exemplary embodiments will be described in detail herein, with examples illustrated in the accompanying drawings. In the following description, when referring to the drawings, identical numerals in different figures represent identical or similar elements, unless otherwise indicated. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments are not intended to represent all embodiments consistent with the present application. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatus and methods consistent with certain aspects of the present application, as detailed in the appended claims.

[0041] Ordinary cookware relies solely on experience to predict the temperature of ingredients and determine the cooking time, thereby controlling the cooking process. With the rapid development of artificial intelligence, smart cookware, with its ability to monitor cooking parameters in real time and precisely control the cooking process, allows even novice cooks to create delicious dishes, greatly improving cooking efficiency. However, most smart cookware currently on the market relies on batteries or external wired power supplies. Using batteries or external wired power supplies in open flame environments is extremely dangerous and inconvenient.

[0042] In order to solve this problem, the present application provides a smart cookware based on thermoelectric conversion. The smart cookware is provided with a thermoelectric converter. The thermoelectric converter can be as follows Figure 1 As shown in the figure, the thermoelectric converter is a solid-state semiconductor device that converts temperature differences and heat flows into useful DC power. Thermoelectric converter semiconductor devices utilize the Seebeck effect to generate voltage, which drives current to generate useful power at the load. The use of this thermoelectric converter enables smart cookware to be powered without the need for batteries or external wired outlets, improving safety in open-flame cooking environments and saving energy.

[0043] The following specific embodiments describe in detail the technical solution of the present application and how the technical solution of the present application solves the above-mentioned technical problems. The following specific embodiments can be combined with each other, and the same or similar concepts or processes may not be repeated in some embodiments. The embodiments of the present application will be described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0044] Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the structure of the thermoelectric conversion smart cooker provided in this application Figure 1 , like Figure 2 As shown, the smart cookware 100 is provided with at least a pot body 110. A thermoelectric conversion unit 120 is embedded in the pot body 110. The thermoelectric conversion unit 120 is used to capture the heat generated by the open flame heating the pot body during the cooking process of the smart cookware 100 and convert this heat into electrical energy. Specifically, the thermoelectric conversion unit 120 can generate electrical energy by utilizing the temperature difference of the open flame. Optionally, the thermoelectric conversion unit 120 can provide electrical energy for the smart cookware 100.

[0045] The smart cookware 100 may be provided with a control unit 130. The control unit 130 is used to intelligently control the smart cookware 100. The thermoelectric conversion unit 120 is connected to the control unit 130. The thermoelectric conversion unit 120 can transmit electrical energy to the control unit 130 to power the control unit 130.

[0046] Optionally, the thermoelectric conversion unit 120 may be provided at the bottom of the pot body 110 in contact with the open flame. Figure 3 As shown, the thermoelectric conversion unit 120 can be located at the bottom of the pot body 110, as indicated by the thick dashed line. Optionally, the thermoelectric conversion unit 120 can be located at different positions on the pot body, depending on the shape of the pot and the method of heating the pot. The optimal placement of the thermoelectric conversion unit 120 is to allow direct contact with an open flame or a primary heat source. This placement allows the thermoelectric conversion unit 120 to more quickly and stably capture the heat energy generated by the open flame or heat source during the heating process.

[0047] Optionally, the structure of the thermoelectric converter 120 may be strip-shaped, ring-shaped or semicircular. Figure 4 As shown, the thermoelectric converter 120 is annularly arranged at the bottom of the pot body 110. Optionally, when the thermoelectric converter 120 is arranged at the bottom of the pot body 110, the center of the thermoelectric converter 120 is the positive pole and the two ends are the negative pole.

[0048] Optionally, the smart cookware 100 may include at least one thermoelectric converter 121. Optionally, when multiple thermoelectric converters 121 are included, the multiple thermoelectric converters 121 do not overlap. The multiple thermoelectric converters 121 are connected in series and / or in parallel. For example, when two thermoelectric converters 121 are included, the two thermoelectric converters 121 can be connected in series. Alternatively, when two thermoelectric converters 121 are included, the two thermoelectric converters 121 can be connected in parallel. For another example, when three thermoelectric converters 121 are included, the first thermoelectric converter 121 and the second thermoelectric converter 121 can be connected in parallel, and the third thermoelectric converter 121 can be connected in series with the first thermoelectric converter 121 and the second thermoelectric converter 121 connected in parallel.

[0049] Optionally, the pot body 110 has an inner wall 111 and an outer wall 112. The thermoelectric conversion unit 120 can be disposed between the inner wall 111 and the outer wall 112. This arrangement prevents the thermoelectric conversion unit 120 from directly contacting an open flame, which could cause damage to the thermoelectric conversion unit 120. Furthermore, this arrangement prevents the thermoelectric conversion unit 120 from coming into contact with food or soup inside the pot body, which could cause damage to the thermoelectric conversion unit 120.

[0050] Optionally, the smart cookware 100 may also be provided with a capacitor 140. This capacitor 140 may be connected to the thermoelectric conversion unit 120 and the control unit 130, respectively. This capacitor 140 may be used to stabilize the voltage of the electrical energy transmitted by the thermoelectric conversion unit 120, thereby maintaining a stable voltage input to the control unit 130 and improving the efficiency of the control unit 130. Optionally, this capacitor 140 may be provided on the cookware body. Alternatively, the capacitor 140 may be located in the handle 160 of the smart cookware 100. Alternatively, the capacitor 140 may be provided on the circuit board 180.

[0051] Optionally, the thermoelectric conversion unit 120 is connected to the capacitor 140 via a wire 150. For example, Figure 3 As shown, the wire 150 can be a solid line as shown. Optionally, the wire 150 is similar to the thermoelectric conversion unit 120 and is disposed inside the pot body 110. Optionally, the wire can be disposed between the inner sidewall 111 and the outer sidewall 112 of the pot body 110.

[0052] Optionally, the thermoelectric conversion unit 120 may include a positive electrode and a negative electrode. The positive electrode of the thermoelectric conversion unit 120 may be connected to the capacitor 140 via a first wire 151. The negative electrode of the thermoelectric conversion unit 120 may be connected to the capacitor 140 via a second wire 152. Optionally, the first wire 151 and the second wire 152 may be connected as follows: Figure 4 shown.

[0053] Optionally, the smart cookware 100 may also be provided with at least one sensor 170. Optionally, the sensor 170 may be provided on the pot body 110 of the smart cookware 100. For example, the sensor 170 may be provided on the bottom, sidewall, or other locations of the pot body 110. Optionally, the sensor 170 may be directly connected to the control unit 130. Optionally, when the sensor 170 is directly connected to the control unit 130, the thermoelectric conversion unit 120 may supply power to the sensor 170 via the control unit 130. Alternatively, the sensor 170 may be wirelessly connected to the control unit 130. Optionally, the wireless connection may be via a wireless network, Bluetooth communication, or the like. When the sensor 170 is wirelessly connected to the control unit 130, the sensor 170 may also be directly connected to the thermoelectric conversion unit 120, so that the thermoelectric conversion unit 120 directly supplies power to the sensor 170. Optionally, when multiple sensors 170 are included, different sensors 170 may be connected to the control unit 130 in different ways. Optionally, the sensor may be a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, a water level sensor, or other sensors that can be applied to the smart cookware 100 .

[0054] Optionally, a circuit board 180 may be provided on the handle 160 of the smart cookware 100. The control unit 130 may be provided on the circuit board 180. Optionally, a display unit 181 and a Bluetooth communication unit 182 may also be provided on the circuit board 180. Optionally, the display unit 181 may be used to display data acquired by the sensor 170. Optionally, the display unit 181 may also be used to display control information, allowing the user to select control instructions and obtain current control information. Optionally, the Bluetooth communication unit 182 may be wirelessly connected to the sensor 170. Optionally, the Bluetooth communication unit 182 may also be connected to other user devices, allowing the user to control the smart cookware 100 through other devices. Optionally, the Bluetooth communication unit 182 may also be connected to other smart cooktops to enable other controls during the cooking process. For example, the Bluetooth communication unit 182 may be connected to the smart cooktop to control the heat. For another example, the Bluetooth communication unit 182 can be connected to a smart range hood to achieve fume processing during the cooking process.

[0055] Optionally, the thermoelectric conversion unit 120 can also power the circuit board 180, so that the display unit 181 and the Bluetooth communication unit 182 on the circuit board 180 can work normally. Optionally, the circuit board 180 can also include a temperature acquisition unit. Optionally, based on the above embodiment, the connection relationship between the thermoelectric conversion unit 120 and the circuit board 180 can be as follows: Figure 5 shown.

[0056] The smart cookware based on thermoelectric conversion provided in the embodiment of the present application has a thermoelectric conversion unit embedded in the pot body and connected to a control unit, so that the control unit of the smart cookware can be powered by the thermoelectric conversion unit, thereby improving the safety of the smart cookware when heated by open flame.

[0057] Based on the above embodiment, the smart cookware 100 can also be combined with a smart cooker to implement an over-temperature control function. The specific implementation steps may include:

[0058] S101: The smart cooker is ignited for cooking. A temperature difference is generated at the bottom of the smart cooker 100.

[0059] S102: The thermoelectric conversion module 120 of the smart cookware 100 generates electricity. The thermoelectric conversion module 120 supplies power to the circuit board 180, so that the smart cookware 100 starts.

[0060] S103 : The smart cookware 100 can collect the temperature inside the cookware in real time through the sensor 170 .

[0061] S104. The display unit 181 can display information such as the temperature inside the pot.

[0062] S105. The Bluetooth communication unit 182 can also send instructions to the smart cooker when the temperature in the pot is too high.

[0063] S106. The smart stove can achieve over-temperature control based on the size of the open flame as instructed.

[0064] Based on the above embodiments, Figure 6 As shown, during the cooking process, the execution of the smart cooker may include the following steps:

[0065] S201. Preheat the pot before starting to cook.

[0066] S202. The thermoelectric converter generates electrical energy.

[0067] S203: The electric energy generated by the thermoelectric converter is transmitted to the circuit board to drive the smart cookware to start. The smart cookware starts.

[0068] S204: The smart cooker is connected to the mobile phone via the Bluetooth communication unit.

[0069] S205: The user selects the dish to be cooked via the mobile phone. The smart cooker starts cooking and continuously monitors the dish.

[0070] S206. The smart cooker transmits the detection result to the mobile phone.

[0071] S207. The mobile phone instructs the next step according to the AI ​​model.

[0072] S208. The smart cooker cooks dishes according to the instructions on the mobile phone.

[0073] S209, cooking is completed.

[0074] Finally, it should be noted that those skilled in the art will readily identify other embodiments of the present invention after considering the specification and practicing the invention disclosed herein. The present invention is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of the present invention that follow the general principles of the present invention and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein. The present invention is not limited to the precise structure described above and illustrated in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and variations may be made without departing from the scope thereof. The scope of the present invention is limited solely by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A smart cookware based on thermoelectric conversion, characterized in that: The smart cookware comprises: a cookware body, wherein a thermoelectric conversion unit is embedded in the cookware body; a control unit for intelligently controlling the smart cookware is provided in the smart cookware; the thermoelectric conversion unit is connected to the control unit; The thermoelectric conversion unit is used to convert the heat on the pot body into electrical energy and transmit the electrical energy to the control unit.

2. The smart cookware according to claim 1, characterized in that: The smart cookware is provided with a capacitor, the thermoelectric conversion unit is connected to the capacitor, and the capacitor is connected to the control unit; The capacitor is used to stabilize the voltage of the electric energy transmitted by the thermoelectric conversion unit.

3. The smart cookware according to claim 2, characterized in that: The thermoelectric conversion unit is connected to the capacitor via a wire.

4. The smart cookware according to claim 3, characterized in that: The positive electrode of the thermoelectric conversion unit is connected to the capacitor through a first wire, and the negative electrode of the thermoelectric conversion unit is connected to the capacitor through a second wire.

5. The smart cookware according to claim 2, characterized in that: The capacitor is located in the handle of the smart cookware.

6. The smart cookware according to claim 1, characterized in that: The thermoelectric conversion unit is arranged in the open flame contact area at the bottom of the pot body.

7. The smart cookware according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pot body comprises: an inner wall and an outer wall; The thermoelectric conversion unit is disposed between the inner wall and the outer wall.

8. The smart cookware according to claim 1, characterized in that: The thermoelectric conversion unit includes at least one thermoelectric converter.

9. The smart cookware according to claim 8, characterized in that: The multiple thermoelectric converters do not overlap with each other; the multiple thermoelectric converters are connected in series and / or in parallel.

10. The smart cookware according to claim 8, characterized in that: The structure of the thermoelectric converter is strip, ring or semicircle.

11. The smart cookware according to any one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that: The smart cookware is provided with at least one sensor; The sensor is connected to the control unit, and the thermoelectric conversion unit supplies power to the sensor through the control unit; Alternatively, the sensor is wirelessly connected to the control unit, the sensor is connected to the thermoelectric conversion unit, and the thermoelectric conversion unit is further configured to directly power the sensor.

12. The smart cookware according to any one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that: The handle of the smart cookware is provided with a circuit board, and the control unit is provided on the circuit board; The circuit board is also provided with a display unit and a Bluetooth communication unit.

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