Cooking utensil with control panel turnover mechanism

Abstract

The utility model provides a cooking utensil with a control panel turnover mechanism, and aims to solve the problem that a control panel on a cooking utensil in the prior art is fixedly arranged on the front side surface of a machine body, so that a user cannot observe the cooking utensil conveniently. A cooking utensil provided with a control panel turnover mechanism comprises a machine body; the control panel is hinged to the machine body and can be turned outwards relative to the machine body or folded on the machine body; the turnover mechanism is arranged between the machine body and the control panel, the turnover mechanism comprises a driving motor and a transmission assembly, the output end of the driving motor is connected with the input end of the transmission assembly, and the output end of the transmission assembly is connected with the control panel. When the control panel is turned outwards, a certain angle is formed between the control panel and the machine body, so that a user can observe and operate the control panel conveniently; and when the control panel is folded on the machine body, the whole machine can be conveniently stored. The driving motor drives the control panel to be turned outwards or folded through the transmission assembly, and operation is more convenient.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of kitchen appliances, and in particular relates to a cooking appliance provided with a control panel flip mechanism. Background Art

[0002] Commonly used cooking appliances in the kitchen, such as air fryers and ovens, are typically equipped with a control panel for user settings and displaying the appliance's operating status. However, existing air fryers and ovens often have the control panel fixed to the front side of the appliance, preventing adjustment. This creates inconvenience for users of varying heights when viewing the control panel, forcing some users to bend over to operate the control panel. Utility Model Content

[0003] The utility model provides a cooking appliance provided with a control panel flipping mechanism, aiming to solve the problem that the control panel on the cooking appliance in the prior art is fixedly arranged on the front side of the body, causing inconvenience for users to observe.

[0004] In order to solve the above technical problems, the technical solution adopted by the present invention is:

[0005] A cooking appliance provided with a control panel flipping mechanism, comprising:

[0006] body;

[0007] a control panel hinged to the body and capable of being turned outward or folded relative to the body; and

[0008] The flip mechanism is arranged between the machine body and the control panel. The flip mechanism includes a drive motor and a transmission assembly. The output end of the drive motor is connected to the input end of the transmission assembly, and the output end of the transmission assembly is connected to the control panel.

[0009] A further solution: the drive motor is arranged on the machine body, and the transmission assembly includes a bite piece and an arc-shaped rack. The bite piece is arranged at the output end of the drive motor, and a plurality of bite teeth are provided around the bite piece; one end of the arc-shaped rack is fixedly connected to the control panel, and the other end is engaged with the bite teeth; a guide groove matching the arc-shaped rack is provided on the machine body; the drive motor drives the bite piece to rotate to make the arc-shaped rack slide along the guide groove.

[0010] Based on the above technical solution: the driving motor drives the engaging part to rotate, and the engaging part drives the arc-shaped rack to slide along the guide groove, so that the driving motor can drive the control panel to flip outward or fold on the body by forward or reverse rotation.

[0011] A further solution: the meshing teeth of the arc-shaped rack are located on the inner concave surface of the arc-shaped rack, and the engaging piece is located on the upper side of the arc-shaped rack.

[0012] A further solution: the guide groove is arc-shaped, and the guide groove includes left and right side walls and a bottom wall located between the side walls.

[0013] Based on the above technical solution: the arc-shaped guide groove enables the arc-shaped rack to maintain a state of engagement with the engaging member.

[0014] A further solution: the arc-shaped rack is fixedly connected to the control panel by screws.

[0015] A further solution: the engaging piece is fan-shaped.

[0016] A further solution is that the control panel is located on the front side of the machine body, and the upper end of the control panel is hinged to the machine body.

[0017] Based on the above technical solution: the driving motor drives the control panel to flip upward and forward from the bottom, so that the user can observe the control panel more easily.

[0018] A further solution is that a groove is provided on the front side of the machine body for accommodating the control panel when the control panel is folded onto the machine body.

[0019] Based on the above technical solution: by providing a groove, the control panel is located in the groove when folded, making it easy to store the entire machine.

[0020] A further solution: the transmission assembly is a connecting rod assembly.

[0021] A further solution: the connecting rod assembly includes a first connecting rod and a second connecting rod, one end of the first connecting rod is connected to the output end of the drive motor, and the other end is hinged to one end of the second connecting rod; the other end of the second connecting rod is hinged to the control panel.

[0022] The beneficial effects of the utility model are:

[0023] This utility model utilizes a flip mechanism to drive the control panel to flip outward or fold against the main body. When flipped outward, the control panel is angled relative to the main body, making it easier for the user to view and operate the control panel. When folded against the main body, the control panel facilitates storage and prevents damage from collisions with external objects. The drive motor, through the transmission assembly, drives the control panel to flip outward or fold, eliminating the need for manual flipping, making operation more convenient. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0024] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the following is a brief introduction to the drawings required for use in the embodiments. It should be understood that the following drawings only show certain embodiments of the present invention and therefore should not be regarded as limiting the scope. For ordinary technicians in this field, other relevant drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0025] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the control panel of the present invention when it is turned forward and outward.

[0026] Figure 2 It is a schematic cross-sectional view of the control panel of the present invention when folded onto the machine body.

[0027] Figure 3 It is a structural diagram of the control panel and the turning mechanism of the utility model.

[0028] Description of the numbers in the figure:

[0029] 1-body; 11-guide groove; 12-drive motor; 13-arc rack; 14-engaging part; 15-motor mounting seat; 2-control panel. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0030] The following will be combined with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0031] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, this embodiment provides a cooking appliance provided with a control panel flip mechanism, comprising:

[0032] Body 1;

[0033] a control panel 2, hinged to the body 1 and capable of being turned outward relative to the body 1 or folded on the body 1; and

[0034] The flip mechanism is arranged between the body 1 and the control panel 2. The flip mechanism includes a drive motor 12 and a transmission assembly. The output end of the drive motor 12 is connected to the input end of the transmission assembly, and the output end of the transmission assembly is connected to the control panel 2.

[0035] The cooking appliance may specifically be an air fryer, oven, microwave oven, etc. The control panel 2 is preferably located on the front side of the body 1, and the upper end of the control panel 2 is hinged to the body 1. To facilitate installation of the control panel 2, the front side of the body 1 is provided with a recess for accommodating the control panel 2 when folded onto the body 1. When folded, the control panel 2 flips into the recess. Specifically, the left and right sides of the upper end of the control panel 2 are provided with rotating shafts. Two rotating shaft grooves are provided above the groove on the front side of the body 1, and the two rotating shafts are rotatably disposed in the two rotating shaft grooves.

[0036] When the control panel 2 is set on the front side of the body 1, when the control panel 2 is flipped outward, the drive motor 12 drives the control panel 2 to rotate from back to front and upward through the flipping mechanism, so that the control panel 2 and the body 1 form a certain angle, thereby facilitating the user to observe and operate the control panel 2, such as setting parameters, observing working status, etc.

[0037] In this embodiment, Figures 1 to 3 As shown, a specific embodiment of the transmission assembly is as follows: the drive motor 12 is mounted on the machine body 1, and the transmission assembly includes a snap member 14 and an arcuate rack 13. The snap member 14 is mounted at the output end of the drive motor 12. When the drive motor 12 rotates, it drives the snap member 14 to rotate synchronously. A plurality of snap teeth are disposed around the snap member 14; one end of the arcuate rack 13 is fixedly connected to the control panel 2, and the other end meshes with the snap teeth. A guide groove 11 is provided on the machine body 1 to cooperate with the arcuate rack 13; the drive motor 12 drives the snap member 14 to rotate, causing the arcuate rack 13 to slide along the guide groove 11.

[0038] The drive motor 12, the engaging member 14, and the arcuate rack 13 are preferably disposed within the machine body 1 and located at the rear side of the middle portion of the control panel 2. The front end of the arcuate rack 13 passes through the machine body 1 and is fixedly connected to the control panel 2. Specifically, a motor mounting seat 15 is provided within the machine body 1, and the drive motor 12 is disposed on the motor mounting seat 15. The motor mounting seat 15 and the guide slot 11 are fixedly connected to the front side wall of the machine body 1. The arcuate rack 13 is fixedly connected to the control panel 2 via screws. Specifically, a connecting portion is provided at the front end of the arcuate rack 13, and the connecting portion is fixedly connected to the control panel 2 via screws.

[0039] In this embodiment, the engaging member 14 is preferably fan-shaped. When the control panel 2 is in the outward or folded position, the engaging teeth on the engaging member 14 always engage with the arcuate rack 13. Specifically, the engaging teeth of the arcuate rack 13 are located on the inner concave surface of the arcuate rack 13, and the engaging member 14 is located on the upper side of the arcuate rack 13. When the drive motor 12 rotates forward, it drives the engaging member 14 to rotate forward synchronously. The engaging member 14 engages with the arcuate rack 13, driving the arcuate rack 13 to rotate, thereby causing the control panel 2 to flip forward and upward. When the drive motor 12 rotates reversely, it drives the arcuate rack 13 to reverse, causing the control panel 2 to fold back into the groove.

[0040] In this embodiment, Figures 1 to 3 As shown, in order to facilitate the engagement of the arc-shaped rack 13 with the engaging member 14, the guide groove 11 is arc-shaped. Specifically, the guide groove 11 includes left and right side walls and a bottom wall located between the two side walls. The arc-shaped rack 13 is located on the upper side of the bottom wall, and the bottom wall plays a supporting and guiding role for the arc-shaped rack 13.

[0041] In this embodiment, as a specific implementation of the transmission assembly, the transmission assembly is a connecting rod assembly. Specifically, the connecting rod assembly includes a first connecting rod and a second connecting rod. One end of the first connecting rod is connected to the output end of the drive motor 12, and the other end is hinged to one end of the second connecting rod. The other end of the second connecting rod is hinged to the control panel 2. When the drive motor 12 rotates, it drives the first connecting rod to rotate, and the first connecting rod drives the control panel 2 to flip outward or fold through the second connecting rod.

[0042] Working principle description:

[0043] When the drive motor 12 rotates forward, it drives the engaging member 14 to rotate synchronously. The engaging member 14 engages with the arc-shaped rack 13, driving the arc-shaped rack 13 to rotate, thereby causing the control panel 2 to flip forward and upward at a certain angle, making it easier for the user to observe or operate. When the drive motor 12 rotates backward, it drives the arc-shaped rack 13 to rotate backward, causing the control panel 2 to fold back into the groove.

[0044] The present invention is not limited to the above optional implementation methods. Under the premise of not conflicting with each other, the various solutions can be combined arbitrarily. Anyone can derive other forms of products under the inspiration of the present invention. However, no matter what changes are made in their shape or structure, all technical solutions that fall within the scope defined by the claims of the present invention fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A cooking appliance provided with a control panel flip mechanism, characterized in that: include: body; a control panel hinged to the body and capable of being turned outward or folded relative to the body; and a flip mechanism, disposed between the machine body and the control panel, the flip mechanism comprising a drive motor and a transmission assembly, wherein the output end of the drive motor is connected to the input end of the transmission assembly, and the output end of the transmission assembly is connected to the control panel; The drive motor is mounted on the machine body. The transmission assembly includes a snap member and an arcuate rack. The snap member is mounted on the output end of the drive motor and is surrounded by a plurality of snap teeth. One end of the arcuate rack is fixedly connected to the control panel, and the other end is engaged with the snap teeth. A guide groove is provided on the machine body to match the arcuate rack. The drive motor drives the snap member to rotate, causing the arcuate rack to slide along the guide groove. The meshing teeth of the arc-shaped rack are located on the inner concave surface of the arc-shaped rack, and the engaging piece is located on the upper side of the arc-shaped rack.

2. The cooking appliance with a control panel flip mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The guide groove is arc-shaped and includes left and right side walls and a bottom wall located between the side walls.

3. The cooking appliance with a control panel flip mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The arc-shaped rack is fixedly connected to the control panel via screws.

4. The cooking appliance with a control panel flip mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The engaging piece is fan-shaped.

5. The cooking appliance with a control panel flip mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The control panel is located on the front side of the machine body, and the upper end of the control panel is hinged to the machine body.

6. The cooking appliance with a control panel flip mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that: The front side of the machine body is provided with a groove for accommodating the control panel when the control panel is folded onto the machine body.

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