Speed reducer and embedded ice cream and smoothie all-in-one machine

By combining a transmission reversing mechanism and a planetary gear mechanism, the problem of insufficient torque in the ice cream machine's mixing head is solved, achieving a compact ice cream machine with high torque output, thus meeting the needs of ice cream making.

CN223549741UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-14GUANGZHOU SUNQEE GEAR CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422638585.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-10-30
Publication Date
2025-11-14
Estimated Expiration
2034-10-30

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Technical Problem

The existing ice cream machine's mixing head has insufficient torque when mixing ice cream, making it difficult to meet the increasingly demanding production requirements, and the equipment is also large in size.

Method used

By employing a combination of transmission reversing mechanism and reduction mechanism, including transmission reversing of helical gear and worm gear and two-stage reduction of planetary gear mechanism, the power input shaft and output shaft are vertically connected, reducing volume and increasing output torque.

Benefits of technology

This design achieves a compact structure and high output torque for the ice cream machine, meeting the requirements for ice cream production and extending the equipment's service life.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a speed reducer and an embedded ice cream and smoothie all-in-one machine, the speed reducer comprises a power input shaft, a power output shaft and a power transmission mechanism, and the power transmission mechanism is in transmission connection with the power input shaft and the power output shaft; the power transmission mechanism comprises a transmission reversing mechanism and a speed reducing mechanism which are in transmission connection, the power reversing mechanism is in transmission connection with the power input shaft, the speed reducing mechanism directly drives the power output shaft to rotate, and the axis of the power input shaft is perpendicular to that of the power output shaft. According to the speed reducer, due to the arrangement of the transmission reversing mechanism and the speed reducing mechanism, reversing of power input by the power input shaft is achieved, the speed reducer compact in structure and small in size is obtained, the speed reducing mechanism is arranged on the rear portion of the transmission reversing mechanism, secondary speed reduction is achieved, the output speed of the speed reducer is reduced, and the output torsion of the speed reducer is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of ice cream machines, and in particular to a speed reduction device and an integrated ice cream and smoothie machine. Background Technology

[0002] With the improvement of people's living standards and their pursuit of high-quality food, small ice cream makers have gradually become one of the common appliances in family kitchens. They can not only make traditional ice cream, but also various flavors of ice cream, yogurt ice cream, jelly, and other cold drinks and desserts, satisfying people's pursuit of delicious food, health, and quality of life. Furthermore, with the rise of e-commerce and other channels, the sale of home ice cream makers has become more convenient. At the same time, with people's increasing focus on healthy eating, low-sugar, low-fat, and additive-free healthy ice cream products are also highly favored by consumers, becoming a new trend in the home ice cream maker market.

[0003] The working principle of an ice cream machine mainly includes a refrigeration system, a mixing system, and a control system. The mixing system, consisting of a motor, mixing head, and other key components, is responsible for mixing the ice cream ingredients and preventing them from freezing. Due to the composition and specific characteristics of ice cream, the mixing head experiences significant resistance during mixing, requiring a relatively high torque output. Current ice cream machines have limited functionality, are bulky, and have low torque output, making it difficult to meet the increasingly demanding requirements for ice cream machines. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to overcome at least one of the defects of the prior art, one of the objectives of this utility model is to provide a speed reduction device. In this speed reduction device, the setting of the transmission reversing mechanism and the speed reduction mechanism realizes the reversal of the power input shaft, thereby obtaining a speed reduction device with a compact structure and small size. Furthermore, by setting a speed reduction mechanism after the transmission reversing mechanism, a two-stage speed reduction is achieved, thereby reducing the output speed of the speed reduction device and increasing the output torque of the speed reduction device.

[0005] In order to overcome at least one of the defects of the prior art, one of the objectives of this utility model is to provide an embedded ice cream and smoothie machine. This embedded ice cream and smoothie machine uses the aforementioned speed reduction device, which enables the ice cream machine to have a large output torque to meet the requirements of ice cream making.

[0006] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its problem is:

[0007] A speed reduction device includes a power input shaft, a power output shaft, and a power transmission mechanism, wherein the power transmission mechanism drivesly connects the power input shaft and the power output shaft;

[0008] The power transmission mechanism includes a transmission reversing mechanism and a reduction mechanism that are connected in transmission. The power reversing mechanism is connected in transmission to the power input shaft, and the reduction mechanism directly drives the power output shaft to rotate. The axes of the power input shaft and the power output shaft are perpendicular.

[0009] Furthermore, the transmission reversing mechanism includes a helical gear and a worm gear that mesh with each other, the worm gear being drivenly connected to the power input shaft, and the helical gear being drivenly connected to the reduction mechanism.

[0010] Furthermore, the worm gear is fixedly connected to the power input shaft.

[0011] Furthermore, the worm gear and the power input shaft are integrally formed.

[0012] Furthermore, the reduction mechanism includes a planetary gear mechanism, which includes a sun gear, planetary gears meshing with the sun gear, a fixed internal gear ring meshing with the planetary gears, and a planet carrier driven by the planetary gears. The planet carrier is connected to the power output shaft, and the sun gear is driven by the helical gear.

[0013] Furthermore, the sun gear and the helical gear are coaxially fixed, and the power output shaft is coaxially arranged with the sun gear.

[0014] Furthermore, the sun gear and the helical gear are integrally formed.

[0015] Furthermore, the deceleration device also includes an outer casing, which includes a first housing and a second housing disposed opposite to each other. A middle partition is provided between the first housing and the second housing. The first housing and the second housing are detachably and fixedly connected to the middle partition, and the middle partition, the first housing, and the second housing respectively form a first cavity and a second cavity. The transmission reversing mechanism and the deceleration mechanism are respectively disposed in the first cavity and the second cavity, and the power output shaft passes through the second housing and extends out.

[0016] Furthermore, there are at least two planetary gears, which are evenly distributed around the outer periphery of the sun gear, and the power output shaft is coaxially fixed to the planet carrier.

[0017] An embedded ice cream and smoothie machine includes a drive motor and the aforementioned reduction gear, wherein the motor shaft is fixedly connected to the power input shaft.

[0018] In summary, the speed reduction device provided by this utility model has the following technical effects:

[0019] 1. This speed reduction device uses a transmission reversing mechanism, which makes the power output shaft perpendicular to the power input shaft, reducing the overall size of the speed reduction device and making the structure of the speed reduction device compact.

[0020] 2. In this speed reduction device, the transmission reversing mechanism adopts a helical gear and worm gear structure, which not only realizes reversing but also achieves single-stage speed reduction, thereby improving the speed reduction capability and output torque of the speed reduction mechanism.

[0021] 3. In this speed reduction device, a speed reduction mechanism is used at the rear of the transmission reversing mechanism to achieve two-stage speed reduction, thereby reducing the output speed of the power output shaft and increasing the output torque of the power output shaft.

[0022] 4. In this reduction device, the reduction mechanism adopts a planetary gear mechanism, and the power output shaft is fixedly connected to the planetary carrier, which improves the torque resistance of the power output shaft, increases the output torque of the power output shaft, and also ensures the smooth operation of the power output shaft.

[0023] In summary, the embedded ice cream and smoothie maker provided by this utility model has the following technical effects:

[0024] 1. The aforementioned speed reduction device is used in this embedded ice cream and smoothie machine, which enables the machine to have a large output torque and a low output speed, thus meeting the requirements for ice cream making.

[0025] 2. The motor shaft is fixedly connected to the power input shaft, which simplifies the structure, improves the torque resistance of the power output shaft and the power input shaft, and extends the service life of the embedded ice cream and smoothie machine. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of one embodiment of the embedded ice cream and smoothie machine of this utility model.

[0027] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The main view.

[0028] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the deceleration device in this utility model.

[0029] Figure 4 for Figure 3 The main view.

[0030] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the deceleration mechanism in this utility model.

[0031] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the transmission reversing mechanism in this utility model.

[0032] Figure 7 for Figure 6 The main view.

[0033] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the output shaft and the planetary carrier in the technical solution of this utility model.

[0034] The meanings of the reference numerals in the attached figures are as follows:

[0035] 1. Power input shaft; 2. Power output shaft; 3. Power transmission mechanism; 31. Transmission reversing mechanism; 311. Worm gear; 312. Helical gear; 32. Reduction mechanism; 321. Sun gear; 322. Planetary gear; 323. Planetary carrier; 324. Connecting column; 4. Motor; 5. Housing; 51. First housing; 52. Second housing; 53. Intermediate partition. Detailed Implementation

[0036] To better understand and implement this invention, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0037] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", and "outer" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0038] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention.

[0039] See Figure 1 and Figure 2 This utility model discloses an embedded ice cream and smoothie all-in-one machine. The embedded ice cream and smoothie all-in-one machine uses a speed reduction device, which enables the embedded ice cream and smoothie all-in-one machine to make ice cream and smoothie. When the embedded ice cream and smoothie all-in-one machine is working, the power output is stable, which meets the high torque required when making ice cream and the high speed required when making smoothie.

[0040] The speed reduction device will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0041] A speed reduction device includes a power input shaft 1, a power output shaft 2, and a power transmission mechanism 3, wherein the power transmission mechanism 3 drivesly connects the power input shaft 1 and the power output shaft 2.

[0042] The power transmission mechanism 3 includes a transmission reversing mechanism 31 and a reduction mechanism 32 that are connected in a transmission manner. The power reversing mechanism is connected in a transmission manner to the power input shaft 1, and the reduction mechanism 32 directly drives the power output shaft 2 to rotate. The axes of the power input shaft 1 and the power output shaft 2 are perpendicular.

[0043] In the above scheme, the transmission of the power input shaft is reversed by using the transmission reversing mechanism 31, so that the power output shaft is perpendicular to the power input shaft, thereby reducing the volume of the reduction device and making the reduction device structure compact.

[0044] In the above scheme, by adopting the transmission reversing mechanism 31, the first stage of deceleration is also realized, which reduces the motion input by the power input shaft and increases the speed output selection of this deceleration device.

[0045] In the above scheme, by adding a reduction mechanism 32 at the rear of the transmission reversing mechanism 31, two-stage reduction is achieved, further reducing the output speed of the power output shaft, so that the reduction device meets the usage requirements.

[0046] In the above solution, by adopting the transmission reversing mechanism 31 and the reduction mechanism 32, the reduction requirements of the reduction device can be met, the structure of the reduction device can be simplified, and the reduction device can be miniaturized, lightweight and compacted.

[0047] In this technical solution, the transmission reversing mechanism 31 includes a helical gear 312 and a worm gear 311 that mesh with each other. The worm gear 311 is connected to the power input shaft 1, and the helical gear 312 is connected to the reduction mechanism 32.

[0048] In the above scheme, the meshing of helical gears and worm gears achieves reversal and speed reduction of the power input shaft transmission. The structure is simple and multifunctional. Here, helical gear 312 is selected for meshing with the worm gear 311. In transmission, this improves transmission efficiency, reduces noise, ensures smooth operation, and provides a large transmission ratio, high output torque, high load-bearing capacity, and long service life.

[0049] In common mechanical transmission structures, the worm gear typically meshes with the worm. However, due to the structure of the worm, in some structures or situations, a helical gear can be used instead of the worm gear to mesh with the worm and achieve power transmission. When designing the meshing of the worm and helical gear, the normal module and normal pressure angle of the helical gear, as well as the axial module and tooth profile of the worm, should be considered to ensure that they can mesh correctly and transmit the required torque. Of course, in existing technologies, the meshing of helical gears and worms is also a common mechanical transmission structure. Here, we can use the existing worm and helical gear transmission structure that meets the requirements of this technical solution without making any creative changes to the structure of the worm and helical gear themselves.

[0050] In the above scheme, the use of helical gear and worm gear transmission has advantages over worm wheel and worm gear transmission, such as high transmission efficiency, low transmission capacity loss, large transmission torque, and high load-bearing capacity of the transmission structure.

[0051] In this technical solution, to simplify the installation of the worm gear, the worm gear 311 is fixedly connected to the power input shaft 1. Specifically, the power input shaft is coaxially and fixedly connected to the worm gear, and the power input shaft directly drives the worm gear to rotate. The structure is simple and compact, with low manufacturing and maintenance costs and small size.

[0052] In this technical solution, to further simplify the connection between the worm and the power input shaft, the worm 311 is integrally formed with the power input shaft 1, that is, the teeth of the worm are directly formed on the power input shaft, and after installation, it is ensured that the teeth of the worm mesh with the helical gear, thereby improving the strength of the power input shaft and the worm and increasing the output torque of the worm.

[0053] In this technical solution, the reduction mechanism 32 includes a planetary gear mechanism. The planetary gear mechanism includes a sun gear 321, a planetary gear 322 meshing with the sun gear 321, a fixed internal gear ring meshing with the planetary gear 322, and a planet carrier 323 driven by the planetary gear 322. The planet carrier 323 is connected to the power output shaft 2, and the sun gear 321 is driven by the helical gear 312.

[0054] In the above scheme, when the planetary gear mechanism is working, the helical gear 312 drives the sun gear to rotate, the sun gear meshes with the planet gear, and drives the planet gear to rotate on its own. At the same time, the planet gear meshes with the fixed internal gear ring, and the planet gear revolves around the sun gear synchronously, thereby driving the planet carrier to rotate, and the planet carrier drives the power output shaft to rotate.

[0055] In the above solution, a planetary gear mechanism is used to achieve further speed reduction. The planetary carrier 323 is connected to the power output shaft 2 to improve the torque resistance of the power output shaft and ensure that the power output shaft can withstand high output torque to meet the requirements and needs of ice cream production.

[0056] In the above scheme, a planetary gear mechanism is used as the reduction mechanism, which has a compact structure, high transmission efficiency, high load-bearing capacity, large transmission ratio, and smooth operation. During transmission, the planetary gear mechanism can evenly distribute the load to each planetary gear, resulting in a smaller load on each planetary gear and thus improving the overall load-bearing capacity of the mechanism. Therefore, in the above scheme, the planetary carrier 323 is connected to the power output shaft 2, and the planetary carrier is driven by the planetary gears, reducing the requirements on the planetary gears.

[0057] In this technical solution, the sun gear 321 and the helical gear 312 are coaxially fixed, and the power output shaft 2 is coaxially arranged with the sun gear 321. Installation is simple, the motion output is smooth, noise is minimal, and vibration is low.

[0058] In this technical solution, the sun gear 321 and the helical gear 312 are integrally formed, which avoids the error of coaxial installation of the sun gear and the helical gear, reduces the installation difficulty, and reduces the number of parts.

[0059] In this technical solution, the deceleration device further includes an outer shell 5. The outer shell 5 includes a first shell 51 and a second shell 52 disposed opposite to each other. A middle partition 53 is provided between the first shell 51 and the second shell 52. The first shell 51 and the second shell 52 are detachably and fixedly connected to the middle partition 53. The middle partition 53 forms a first cavity and a second cavity with the first shell 51 and the second shell 52, respectively. The transmission reversing mechanism 31 and the deceleration mechanism 32 are respectively disposed in the first cavity and the second cavity. The power output shaft 2 passes through the second shell 52 and extends out.

[0060] By providing a first housing and a second housing, the transmission reversing mechanism 31 and the reduction mechanism 32 are respectively installed. The first housing and the second housing, together with the intermediate partition, form a first cavity and a second cavity, respectively, which are adapted to the volume and structure of the transmission reversing mechanism 31 and the reduction mechanism 32, reducing the volume of the reduction device and achieving a lightweight and miniaturized reduction mechanism. Furthermore, the separate provision of the first housing and the second housing for installing the transmission reversing mechanism 31 and the reduction mechanism 32 facilitates their installation, repair, and maintenance.

[0061] In this technical solution, at least two planetary gears 322 are provided and evenly distributed around the outer periphery of the sun gear 321. The power output shaft 2 is coaxially fixed to the planet carrier 323. This improves the torque resistance of the planet carrier, reduces the force on each planetary gear, and ensures uniform force distribution on the sun gear. The planetary gears are connected to the planet carrier via connecting posts 324, rotating on their own axes and revolving around the planet carrier.

[0062] An embedded ice cream and smoothie machine includes a drive motor 4 and the aforementioned reduction gear, wherein the motor shaft of the motor 4 is fixedly connected to the power input shaft 1.

[0063] The embedded ice cream and smoothie maker in this design utilizes the aforementioned reduction gear, enabling it to achieve high output torque and low output speed, thus meeting the requirements for ice cream production. The motor shaft is fixedly connected to the power input shaft, simplifying the structure, improving the torque resistance of both the power output and input shafts, and extending the service life of the embedded ice cream and smoothie maker.

[0064] The technical means disclosed in this utility model are not limited to those disclosed in the above embodiments, but also include technical solutions composed of any combination of the above technical features. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various improvements and modifications without departing from the principle of this utility model, and these improvements and modifications are also considered within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A speed reduction device, characterized in that: It includes a power input shaft, a power output shaft, and a power transmission mechanism, wherein the power transmission mechanism drivesly connects the power input shaft and the power output shaft; The power transmission mechanism includes a transmission reversing mechanism and a reduction mechanism that are connected by transmission. The transmission reversing mechanism is connected to the power input shaft, and the reduction mechanism directly drives the power output shaft to rotate. The axes of the power input shaft and the power output shaft are perpendicular to each other. It also includes an outer shell, which includes a first shell and a second shell disposed opposite to each other. A middle partition is provided between the first shell and the second shell. The first shell and the second shell are detachably fixedly connected to the middle partition, and the middle partition, the first shell, and the second shell respectively form a first cavity and a second cavity. The transmission reversing mechanism and the deceleration mechanism are respectively disposed in the first cavity and the second cavity, and the power output shaft passes through the second shell and extends out. The reduction mechanism includes a planetary gear mechanism, which includes a sun gear, planetary gears meshing with the sun gear, a fixed internal gear ring meshing with the planetary gears, and a planet carrier driven by the planetary gears. The planet carrier is connected to the power output shaft for transmission.

2. The speed reduction device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The transmission reversing mechanism includes a helical gear and a worm gear that mesh with each other. The worm gear is driven to the power input shaft, and the helical gear is driven to the reduction mechanism.

3. The speed reduction device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The worm gear is fixedly connected to the power input shaft.

4. The speed reduction device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The worm gear is integrally formed with the power input shaft.

5. The speed reduction device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The sun gear is driven by the helical gear.

6. The speed reduction device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The sun gear and the helical gear are coaxially fixed, and the power output shaft is coaxially arranged with the sun gear.

7. The speed reduction device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The sun gear and the helical gear are integrally formed.

8. The speed reduction device according to claim 5, characterized in that, There are at least two planetary gears, which are evenly distributed around the outer periphery of the sun gear, and the power output shaft is coaxially fixed to the planet carrier.

9. An integrated embedded ice cream and smoothie machine, characterized in that, It includes a drive motor and a reduction gear as described in any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein the motor shaft of the drive motor is fixedly connected to the power input shaft.