Water drinking device

Abstract

The utility model provides a water drinking device which comprises a supporting piece and a water outlet piece, and the water outlet piece is movably connected with the supporting piece in the first direction. One of the water outlet piece and the supporting piece is provided with a damping structure, and the other one of the water outlet piece and the supporting piece is provided with a matching surface; and the damping structure is in interference fit with the matching surface, or the damping structure is in friction fit with the matching surface, so that the water outlet piece is limited to move in the first direction relative to the supporting piece. The water outlet piece of the water drinking device can work at multiple height positions, the use requirement of a user is met, and the use experience of the user is good.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of drinking water equipment, and in particular to a drinking water device. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, water dispensing devices, such as electric kettles, electric water bottles, or water dispensers, have a relatively fixed height for the water outlet structure relative to the main body. Taking an electric water bottle as an example, to accommodate taller water containers, the water outlet structure is positioned relatively high. Due to the significant drop in water flow, hot water easily splashes onto the outside of the container. Therefore, water dispensing devices with a fixed height in these technologies cannot meet user needs, resulting in a poor user experience. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of the above problems, this utility model is proposed to provide a drinking water device that overcomes or at least partially solves the above problems. The height of the water outlet of this utility model is adjustable, which can meet the user's needs and make the user experience better.

[0004] Specifically, this utility model provides a drinking water device.

[0005] The drinking water device of this utility model includes: a support member; a water outlet member, wherein the water outlet member is movably connected to the support member along a first direction; one of the water outlet member and the support member is provided with a damping structure, and the other of the water outlet member and the support member has a mating surface; the damping structure is interference-fitted with the mating surface, or the damping structure is friction-fitted with the mating surface, so as to restrict the movement of the water outlet member relative to the support member in the first direction.

[0006] In some embodiments, one of the support member and the water outlet member is provided with a groove, the extension direction of the groove being consistent with the first direction, and the other of the support member and the water outlet member is provided with a sliding member; the sliding member is slidably disposed in the groove along the first direction, and at least a portion of the sliding member is interference-fitted with the groove; wherein, the at least portion of the sliding member forms the damping structure, and the wall surface of the groove forms the mating surface.

[0007] In some embodiments, the groove includes a first side and a second side opposite to each other in the second direction; the sliding member is disposed between the first side and the second side, and the sliding member includes a first end and a second end opposite to each other in the second direction; at least a portion of the first end abuts against the first side, and at least a portion of the second end abuts against the second side; the first side and the second side form the mating surface, and the at least portion of the first end and the at least portion of the second end form the damping structure.

[0008] In some embodiments, the first end has a first protrusion and the second end has a second protrusion, the first protrusion abuts against the first side surface and the second protrusion abuts against the second side surface.

[0009] In some embodiments, the chute is provided with a first hook portion and a second hook portion, the first hook portion and the second hook portion being spaced apart in the second direction, the sliding member being disposed between the first hook portion, the second hook portion and the chute, the first hook portion and the second hook portion being used to restrict the sliding member from dislodging from the chute; an avoidance groove is formed between the first hook portion and the second hook portion, the sliding member is provided with a connecting portion, the connecting portion being connected to the other of the support member and the water outlet member through the avoidance groove.

[0010] In some embodiments, the sliding member includes a third end and a fourth end opposite each other in a third direction, at least a portion of the third end abutting against the wall of the groove, and the fourth end abutting against at least one of the first hook portion and the second hook portion, wherein the third direction is perpendicular to the first direction and the second direction.

[0011] In some embodiments, the drinking device further includes: a decorative shell, the decorative shell being sleeved on the outside of the water outlet member, the decorative shell being disposed on the support member, the decorative shell having an opening at one end in the first direction so that a portion of the water outlet member extends out of the decorative shell through the opening.

[0012] In some embodiments, the outer surface of the water outlet is provided with an extension portion, which extends out of the decorative shell through the opening.

[0013] In some embodiments, one end of the decorative shell is provided with a first notch, and the extension is configured such that when the extension engages with the first notch, the end face of that end of the decorative shell and the end face of the water outlet corresponding to the opening are flush.

[0014] In some embodiments, the drinking device is either an electric kettle or a water dispenser.

[0015] The drinking device of this utility model has an adjustable position of the water outlet relative to the support in a first direction. Users can adjust the position of the water outlet relative to the support as needed, and the position of the water outlet is fixed by a damping structure and mating surfaces, allowing the water outlet to operate at multiple height positions. This satisfies user needs and improves the user experience.

[0016] The above and other objects, advantages and features of this utility model will become more apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description of specific embodiments of this utility model in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The following sections will describe some specific embodiments of the present invention in a detailed manner by way of example and not limitation, with reference to the accompanying drawings. The same reference numerals in the drawings denote the same or similar parts or components. Those skilled in the art should understand that these drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale. In the drawings:

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic structural diagram of a drinking water device according to an embodiment of the utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic structural diagram of a drinking water device according to an embodiment of the utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic structural diagram of the water outlet component according to an embodiment of the utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic structural diagram of the water outlet component according to an embodiment of the utility model;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic structural diagram of the support member according to an embodiment of the utility model;

[0023] Figure 6 This is a top schematic structural diagram of the support member according to an embodiment of the utility model;

[0024] Figure 7 It is based on the middle Figure 6 A magnified schematic diagram of the structure at point A in the middle;

[0025] Figure 8 It is based on the middle Figure 6 A magnified schematic diagram of the structure at point B in the middle;

[0026] Figure 9 This is a schematic structural diagram illustrating the fit between the groove and the sliding component according to an embodiment of the utility model;

[0027] Figure 10 This is a schematic structural diagram of the decorative shell according to an embodiment of the utility model.

[0028] Figure label:

[0029] Support 100; Slide 110; First side 111; Second side 112; First hook 113; Second hook 114; Clearance slot 115; Water outlet 200; Water outlet 210; Sliding part 220; First end 221; Second end 222; First protrusion 223; Second protrusion 224; Third end 225; Fourth end 226; Extension 230; Connecting part 240; Decorative shell 300; First notch 320. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The following reference Figures 1 to 8 This description pertains to a drinking device according to an embodiment of the present invention. In this description, it should be understood that the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature, that is, include one or more of that feature. In the description of the present invention, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified. When a feature "includes or contains" one or more of the features it encompasses, unless otherwise specifically described, this indicates that other features are not excluded and may be further included.

[0031] Unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," "link," "fix," and "couple" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art should be able to understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0032] Furthermore, in the description of this embodiment, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or it can include contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. That is, in the description of this embodiment, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature being directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," or "below" of the second feature can mean the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0033] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of this utility model. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0034] The drinking water device according to an embodiment of the present invention is described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0035] like Figures 1-8 As shown, the drinking water device of this utility model embodiment includes a support member 100 and a water outlet member 200.

[0036] The water outlet component 200 is provided with a water outlet section 210, which is movably connected to the support component 100 along a first direction. The water outlet section 210 of the water outlet component 200 can be connected to a water source through a pipe, and when the user uses water, water from the water source flows out through the water outlet section 210. Alternatively, the water outlet component 200 has a chamber capable of holding water, and the water outlet section 210 is connected to the chamber, so when the user uses water, the water stored in the chamber flows out through the water outlet section 210. The first direction can be the same as the vertical direction, meaning the position of the water outlet component 200 can be changed in the vertical direction.

[0037] One of the water outlet component 200 and the support component 100 is provided with a damping structure, and the other of the water outlet component 200 and the support component 100 has a mating surface. In other words, the water outlet component 200 is provided with a damping structure and the support component 100 has a mating surface; or, the support component 100 is provided with a damping structure and the water outlet component 200 has a mating surface.

[0038] In some alternative embodiments, the damping structure is interference-fitted with the mating surface, and the damping structure abuts against the mating surface, so that friction is generated between the damping structure and the mating surface, preventing the water outlet 200 and the support 100 from moving relative to each other in the first direction.

[0039] In addition, the damping structure and the mating surface are interference fit. The damping structure may cause the mating surface to deform to form a depression. In addition to the friction between the damping structure and the mating surface, the wall of the depression will also apply a supporting force to the damping structure to hinder the relative movement of the water outlet 200 and the support 100 in the first direction.

[0040] In other alternative embodiments, the damping structure frictionally engages with the mating surface, thereby restricting the movement of the water outlet 200 relative to the support 100 in the first direction. For example, the damping structure is an elastic element that deforms after engaging with the mating surface and applies an elastic force to the mating surface, thereby generating friction between the damping structure and the mating surface.

[0041] In other words, when the water outlet 200 is not subjected to an external force applied in the first direction, the damping structure and the mating surface are affected by static friction, which can keep the relative position of the water outlet 200 and the support 100 unchanged, thereby fixing the position of the water outlet 200.

[0042] When the water outlet 200 is subjected to an external force applied in the first direction, for example, when the user holds the water outlet 200 by hand and moves it in the first direction, the weight of the water outlet 200 itself and the applied external force exceed the friction between the damping structure and the mating surface, thereby causing the water outlet 200 to move in the first direction and achieving the purpose of adjusting the position of the water outlet 200.

[0043] In scenarios where users utilize drinking water devices with related technologies, for example, if the device is placed on a table and the water outlet is positioned high, creating a significant height difference between the outlet and the table, water may splash out of the user's cup when they fill it with hot water, potentially causing scalding. Conversely, if the water outlet is positioned low and the user's cup is too large to fit properly between the outlet and the table, it can be inconvenient to fill the cup.

[0044] The specific implementation process of the drinking water device according to the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0045] When the user needs to adjust the water outlet position of the drinking device in this embodiment to be higher or lower, the user can lift the water outlet 200 relative to the support member 100 to move it upward, thereby raising or lowering the position of the water outlet 200 to the user's desired position. After the water outlet 200 reaches the desired position, the user no longer applies external force to the water outlet 200. Due to the friction between the damping structure and the mating surface, the position of the water outlet 200 is fixed at that position.

[0046] Compared with related technologies, in this embodiment of the drinking device, the position of the water outlet 200 relative to the support 100 in the first direction is adjustable. Users can adjust the position of the water outlet 200 relative to the support 100 according to their needs, and fix the position of the water outlet 200 through a damping structure and mating surfaces, enabling the water outlet 200 to operate at multiple height positions. This satisfies user needs and improves the user experience.

[0047] To make this application easier to understand, the following describes the drinking device of this utility model embodiment using the first direction being consistent with the up and down direction as an example, and the second direction being consistent with the left and right direction as an example.

[0048] In some embodiments, as Figures 2-8 As shown, one of the support member 100 and the water outlet member 200 is provided with a groove 110, the extension direction of the groove 110 is consistent with the vertical direction, and the other of the support member 100 and the water outlet member 200 is provided with a sliding member 220.

[0049] In other words, the support member 100 is provided with a groove 110 and the water outlet member 200 is provided with a sliding member 220; or, the water outlet member 200 is provided with a groove 110 and the support member 100 is provided with a sliding member 220.

[0050] The sliding member 220 is slidably disposed in the slide groove 110 along a first direction, and at least a portion of the sliding member 220 is interference-fitted with the slide groove 110. The at least a portion of the sliding member 220 forms a damping structure, and the wall surface of the slide groove 110 forms a mating surface.

[0051] In other words, through the cooperation of the chute 110 and the sliding member 220, the water outlet 200 is guided by the chute 110 and the sliding member 220, enabling the water outlet 200 to move in the vertical direction.

[0052] The slide groove 110 and the sliding member 220 have at least a partial interference fit, so that the relative position between the water outlet 200 and the support member 100 will not change when the water outlet 200 is not affected by external forces, thus fixing the position of the water outlet 200. Furthermore, the slide groove 110 forms a mating surface, and at least a portion of the sliding member 220 forms a damping structure, thus eliminating the need for additional damping structures and mating surfaces, reducing structural redundancy.

[0053] In some embodiments, as Figures 5-6 As shown, the slide 110 includes a first side 111 and a second side 112 that are opposite each other on the left and right sides, with the first side 111 located to the left of the second side 112.

[0054] A sliding member 220 is disposed between a first side surface 111 and a second side surface 112. The sliding member 220 includes a first end 221 and a second end 222 opposite to each other in a second direction. At least a portion of the first end 221 abuts against the first side surface 111, and at least a portion of the second end 222 abuts against the second side surface 112. The first side surface 111 and the second side surface 112 form a mating surface, and the at least portion of the first end 221 and the at least portion of the second end 222 form a damping structure.

[0055] In other words, the interference fit between the first side 111 and the first end 221, and the interference fit between the second side 112 and the second end 222, makes the force on the water outlet 200 more uniform in the left and right directions. When the user pulls the water outlet 200 to move, the water outlet 200 moves more smoothly. And when there is no relative movement between the water outlet 200 and the support 100, the water outlet 200 is more stably fixed on the support 100.

[0056] In some embodiments, as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, a first protrusion 223 is provided on the first end 221, and a second protrusion 224 is provided on the second end 222. The first protrusion 223 abuts against the first side 111, and the second protrusion 224 abuts against the second side 112.

[0057] In other words, a portion of the first end 221 is interference-fitted with the first side 111, and a portion of the second end 222 is interference-fitted with the second side 112. The contact area between the first end 221 and the first side 111 and the contact area between the second end 222 and the second side 112 are relatively small. This avoids excessive friction between the sliding member 220 and the slide groove 110, preventing users from having to exert effort when pulling the water outlet 200 and improving the user experience. Moreover, the low friction between the sliding member 220 and the slide groove 110 also reduces the assembly difficulty of the sliding member 220 and the slide groove 110.

[0058] In some embodiments, as Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the slide groove 110 is provided with a first hook portion 113 and a second hook portion 114. The first hook portion 113 and the second hook portion 114 are spaced apart in the second direction. The sliding member 220 is disposed between the first hook portion 113, the second hook portion 114 and the slide groove 110. The first hook portion 113 and the second hook portion 114 are used to restrict the sliding member 220 from dislodging from the slide groove 110.

[0059] A clearance groove 115 is formed between the first hook portion 113 and the second hook portion 114. A connecting portion 240 is provided on the sliding member 220, and the connecting portion 240 is connected to the other of the support member 100 and the water outlet member 200 through the clearance groove 115. That is, when the sliding groove 110 is provided on the support member 100, the connecting portion 240 is connected to the water outlet member 200; or, when the sliding groove 110 is provided on the water outlet member 200, the connecting portion 240 is connected to the support member 100.

[0060] The sliding member 220 is limited by the first hook part 113 and the second hook part 114, thereby preventing the sliding member 220 from falling out of the slide groove 110, so that the water outlet member 200 is more stably installed on the support member 100.

[0061] Furthermore, such as Figure 2 As shown, the sliding member 220 is disposed on the water outlet member 200, and the sliding groove 110 is disposed on the support member 100. The upper end of the sliding groove 110 penetrates the upper end face of the support member 100, so that the upper end of the sliding groove 110 is open. When the water outlet member 200 is installed on the support member 100, the sliding member 220 is installed into the sliding groove 110 through the upper end of the sliding groove 110, thereby facilitating the installation of the water outlet member 200 on the support member 100 and improving practicality.

[0062] In some embodiments, as Figures 2-8 As shown, the sliding member 220 includes a third end 225 and a fourth end 226 opposite each other in a third direction. At least a portion of the third end 225 abuts against the wall of the slide groove 110, and the fourth end 226 abuts against at least one of the first hook portion 113 and the second hook portion 114. The third direction is perpendicular to the first direction and the second direction.

[0063] In other words, the first hook portion 113 and the second hook portion 114 are at least partially interference-fitted with the fourth end portion 226, and the inner wall surface of the slide groove 110 is at least partially interference-fitted with the third end portion 225, so that the water outlet 200 is subjected to more uniform force in the front-back direction, so that the water outlet 200 moves more smoothly when the user pulls the water outlet 200, and so that the water outlet 200 is more stably fixed on the support member 100 when there is no relative movement between the water outlet 200 and the support member 100.

[0064] In some embodiments, as Figures 1-9 As shown, the drinking device of this utility model embodiment includes a decorative shell 300, which is sleeved on the outside of the water outlet 200 and disposed on the support member 100. The decorative shell 300 has an open end in the vertical direction, so that a part of the water outlet 200 extends out of the decorative shell 300 through the open end, so that the decorative shell 300 covers the other part of the water outlet 200.

[0065] like Figure 1 As shown, when the water outlet 200 moves in the vertical direction, the lower part of the water outlet 200 can extend out from the opening, and the decorative shell 300 can cover the upper part of the water outlet 200 and a part of the slide 110. The part of the slide 110 is the part exposed after the water outlet 200 slides down, thereby visually obscuring the upper part of the water outlet 200 and the part of the slide 110, improving the overall integrity of this embodiment and providing a better user experience.

[0066] In some embodiments, as Figure 1As shown, the water outlet 210 is located at the bottom of the water outlet component 200 and opens downwards. This ensures that the water outlet 210 is not interfered with by the decorative shell 300, allowing the water outlet component 200 to dispense water normally at different height positions, thus improving practicality.

[0067] In some embodiments, as Figure 1-Figure 4 As shown, the water outlet 200 has an extension 230 on its outer surface, which extends out of the decorative shell 300 through an opening. The user can control the water outlet 200 to move vertically through the extension 230, improving its practicality.

[0068] In some embodiments, as Figure 1-Figure 4 As shown, the decorative shell 300 has a first notch 320 at one end, and the extension 230 is configured such that when the extension 230 and the first notch 320 are engaged, the end face of the decorative shell 300 and the water outlet 200 are flush with the end face corresponding to the opening. In other words, the entire water outlet 200 is located inside the decorative shell 300.

[0069] In other words, when the extension portion 230 engages with the first notch 320, the bottom wall surface of the water outlet 200 is flush with the bottom end face of the decorative shell 300, improving the overall integrity of the water outlet 200 and the decorative shell 300 and enhancing the user experience. Furthermore, the extension portion 230 and the first notch 320 restrict the water outlet 200 from moving further upward, improving practicality.

[0070] In some embodiments, the water dispensing device is either an electric kettle or a water dispenser. In other words, the water dispensing device is an electric kettle; or, the water dispensing device is a water dispenser. The electric kettle or water dispenser in this embodiment has the support member 100 and the water outlet member 200 described in the above embodiments.

[0071] The position of the water outlet component 200 relative to the support component 100 in the first direction is adjustable. Users can adjust the position of the water outlet component 200 relative to the support component 100 according to their needs, and fix the position of the water outlet component 200 through the damping structure and mating surface, so that the water outlet component 200 can work at multiple height positions, thus meeting the user's needs and improving the user experience.

[0072] Therefore, those skilled in the art should recognize that although many exemplary embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described in detail herein, many other variations or modifications conforming to the principles of the present invention can be directly determined or derived from the disclosure of the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of the present invention should be understood and recognized as covering all such other variations or modifications.

Claims

1. A drinking water device, characterized in that, include: Support component (100); A water outlet (200) is movably connected to the support (100) along a first direction; one of the water outlet (200) and the support (100) is provided with a damping structure, and the other of the water outlet (200) and the support (100) has a mating surface; The damping structure is interference-fitted with the mating surface, or the damping structure is friction-fitted with the mating surface, to restrict the water outlet (200) from moving relative to the support (100) in the first direction; One of the support member (100) and the water outlet member (200) is provided with a groove (110), the extension direction of the groove (110) is consistent with the first direction, and the other of the support member (100) and the water outlet member (200) is provided with a sliding member (220). The sliding member (220) is slidably disposed in the slide groove (110) along the first direction, and at least a portion of the sliding member (220) is interference-fitted with the slide groove (110); wherein, the at least portion of the sliding member (220) forms the damping structure, and the wall surface of the slide groove (110) forms the mating surface.

2. The drinking water device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The groove (110) includes a first side (111) and a second side (112) opposite each other in a second direction, the second direction being perpendicular to the first direction; The sliding member (220) is disposed between the first side (111) and the second side (112), and the sliding member (220) includes a first end (221) and a second end (222) opposite to each other in the second direction; At least a portion of the first end (221) abuts against the first side (111), and at least a portion of the second end (222) abuts against the second side (112); the first side (111) and the second side (112) form the mating surface, and the at least portion of the first end (221) and the at least portion of the second end (222) form the damping structure.

3. The drinking water device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first end (221) is provided with a first protrusion (223), and the second end (222) is provided with a second protrusion (224). The first protrusion (223) abuts against the first side (111), and the second protrusion (224) abuts against the second side (112).

4. The drinking water device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The slide groove (110) is provided with a first hook portion (113) and a second hook portion (114), the first hook portion (113) and the second hook portion (114) are spaced apart in the second direction, and the sliding member (220) is disposed between the first hook portion (113), the second hook portion (114) and the slide groove (110), the first hook portion (113) and the second hook portion (114) are used to restrict the sliding member (220) from dislodging from the slide groove (110); An avoidance groove is formed between the first hook portion (113) and the second hook portion (114). The sliding member (220) is provided with a connecting portion (240), and the connecting portion (240) is connected to the other of the support member (100) and the water outlet member (200) through the avoidance groove.

5. The drinking water device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The sliding member (220) includes a third end (225) and a fourth end (226) opposite each other in a third direction. At least a portion of the third end (225) abuts against the wall of the groove (110), and the fourth end (226) abuts against at least one of the first hook portion (113) and the second hook portion (114). The third direction is perpendicular to the first direction and the second direction.

6. The drinking water device according to claim 1, characterized in that, Further includes: A decorative shell (300) is sleeved on the outside of the water outlet (200) and disposed on the support (100). The decorative shell (300) has an opening at one end in the first direction so that a part of the water outlet (200) extends out of the decorative shell (300) through the opening.

7. The drinking water device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The water outlet (200) has an extension (230) on its outer surface, and the extension (230) extends out of the decorative shell (300) through the opening.

8. The drinking water device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The decorative shell (300) has a first notch (320) at one end, and the extension (230) is configured such that when the extension (230) engages with the first notch (320), the end face of the decorative shell (300) at that end and the end face of the water outlet (200) corresponding to the opening are flush.

9. The drinking water device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drinking device is either an electric water bottle or a water dispenser.

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