Ice distributing device for automatic milk tea machine
By designing ice storage tanks, ice dropping tanks, ice pushing mechanisms, and ice dispensing mechanisms into the milk tea machine, the problem of ice blockage in the discharge channel caused by ice sticking together is solved, enabling quantitative addition of ice and improving the processing quality and efficiency of the milk tea machine.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423027631.0
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-09
- Publication Date
- 2025-12-02
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-09
AI Technical Summary
Ice cubes sticking together in the milk tea machine can cause blockages in the discharge channel or take up space, affecting the processing quality of the milk tea machine.
Design an ice dispensing device for an automatic milk tea machine, including an ice storage bucket, an ice dropping bucket, an ice pushing mechanism, and an ice dispensing mechanism. By opening a slot on the side wall of the ice dropping bucket, the ice pushing mechanism pushes ice blocks into the ice dropping bucket, and the ice dispensing mechanism cuts and controls the movement of the ice blocks to achieve quantitative addition.
It mitigates the impact of ice sticking on the processing quality of milk tea machines, ensures the quantitative addition of ice, reduces vibration and energy consumption, and improves the processing efficiency of milk tea machines.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of snowplows, and in particular to an ice dispensing device for an automatic milk tea machine. Background Technology
[0002] Milk tea is a beverage made by mixing milk and tea. The fusion of milk and tea creates a milky and fragrant drink that is very popular among modern teenagers. With social development and improved living standards, milk tea has become a common leisure drink and is increasingly popular. Furthermore, with technological advancements, milk tea production has gradually shifted from traditional manual methods to automated processes.
[0003] Ice is an indispensable ingredient in milk tea making. Currently, there are automatic ice-making machines on the market. Liquid water enters the ice-making device and freezes into ice cubes under the action of liquid ammonia. The made ice cubes fall into an ice storage tank for storage. When ice is needed, it is discharged and collected. Ice cubes are generally cubes of uniform shape and size. After the ice cubes leave the ice-making device, because the temperature may be above 0°C, a small portion of the ice cubes melts and forms invisible water droplets on the surface. When ice cubes collide, if the collision area is large, the small water droplets on the surface of the ice cubes will reform into ice, causing the ice cubes to stick together and form larger ice clumps.
[0004] Regarding the aforementioned technologies, the inventors believe that when ice cubes are added to milk tea during the operation of the milk tea machine, the sticky ice cubes can easily block the discharge channel, or fall out and occupy a large space, causing the milk tea to splash out, affecting the normal packaging of the milk tea, and thus having a defect that affects the processing quality of the milk tea machine. Utility Model Content
[0005] To mitigate the impact of ice sticking on the processing quality of milk tea machines, this invention provides an ice-dispensing device for automatic milk tea machines.
[0006] This utility model provides an ice dispensing device for an automatic milk tea machine, which adopts the following technical solution:
[0007] An ice-distributing device for an automatic milk tea machine includes an ice storage tank, an ice dropping tank, an ice pushing mechanism, and an ice-distributing mechanism. The ice storage tank is used to store ice blocks processed by the ice maker. The ice dropping tank is connected to the ice storage tank through a discharge port on the bottom wall of the ice storage tank. The ice pushing mechanism is located inside the ice storage tank and is used to push the ice blocks in the ice storage tank into the discharge port. The ice-distributing mechanism is located on one side of the ice dropping tank, and a slot is provided on the side wall of the ice dropping tank for the ice-distributing mechanism to insert. The ice-distributing mechanism is used to cut the ice blocks in the ice dropping tank and control the movement of the ice blocks in the ice dropping tank.
[0008] By adopting the above technical solution, a slot for the ice-distributing mechanism to be inserted is opened on the side wall of the ice drop bucket. When ice cubes need to be added to the milk tea cup, the ice-pushing mechanism pushes the ice cubes in the ice storage bucket into the feeding port. The ice cubes enter the ice drop bucket through the feeding port. The ice-distributing mechanism cuts the ice cubes in the ice drop bucket and controls the movement of the ice cubes in the ice drop bucket, thereby realizing the quantitative addition of ice cubes to the milk tea cup and alleviating the impact of ice cube sticking on the processing quality of the milk tea machine.
[0009] Optionally, the ice-splitting mechanism includes a drive shaft and two ice-splitting discs. The axial direction of the drive shaft is parallel to the axial direction of the ice bucket. Both ice-splitting discs are connected to the drive shaft and are spaced apart along the axial direction of the drive shaft. Two slots are provided and spaced apart along the axial direction of the ice bucket. The two slots are respectively for inserting the two ice-splitting discs. The cross-section of the ice-splitting disc perpendicular to the drive shaft is semi-circular, and the two ice-splitting discs are located on opposite sides of the axial direction of the drive shaft.
[0010] By adopting the above technical solution, two slots are opened on the side wall of the ice bucket, and the two slots are spaced apart along the axial direction of the ice bucket. When the drive rod rotates, it drives two ice-distributing plates into the slots. After the upper ice-distributing plate enters the slot, the ice blocks in the ice bucket fall onto the upper ice-distributing plate. The upper ice-distributing plate restricts the movement of the ice blocks in the ice bucket. As the upper ice-distributing plate rotates, when the upper ice-distributing plate leaves the slot, the lower ice-distributing plate enters the slot, and a certain amount of ice blocks fall onto the lower ice-distributing plate. When the upper ice-distributing plate enters the slot again, it cuts the ice blocks on both sides of the plate during rotation. At this time, the lower ice-distributing plate leaves the slot, and a certain amount of ice blocks located between the two ice-distributing plates continue to move along the ice bucket, thereby achieving the effect of adding a fixed amount of ice to the milk tea cup.
[0011] Optionally, the ice-distributing plate includes a connecting part and an ice-distributing part. The connecting part is a circular plate and is coaxially and fixedly connected to the drive rod. The ice-distributing part is a semi-circular structure and is coaxially sleeved on the outside of the connecting part. The connecting part and the ice-distributing part are fixedly connected. Both ends of the ice-distributing part are provided with cutting edges.
[0012] By adopting the above technical solution, cutting surfaces are opened at both ends of the ice-separating part, thereby enhancing the cutting ability of the ice-separating plate and making the ice blocks easier to break and separate. In addition, the connecting part is a circular plate and is coaxially fixedly connected with the drive rod, ensuring the stable operation of the ice-separating plate under the drive rod and reducing vibration and energy consumption caused by improper connection.
[0013] Optionally, the ice pushing mechanism includes a driving component, a first rotating rod, and a pushing plate. The first rotating rod is rotatably connected inside the ice storage tank and is coaxially arranged with the ice storage tank. The pushing plate is fixedly connected to the side wall of the first rotating rod, and the driving component is drively connected to the first rotating rod.
[0014] Optionally, the driving component is a motor, which is fixedly connected to the ice storage tank, and the output shaft of the motor is coaxially fixedly connected to the first rotating rod.
[0015] Optionally, the ice storage tank is equipped with a stirring mechanism, which includes multiple sets of stirring components. The multiple sets of stirring components are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the first rotating rod, and the stirring components are used to stir the ice blocks in the ice storage tank.
[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, multiple sets of stirring components are set in the ice storage tank. The stirring components are used to stir the ice blocks in the ice storage tank, reducing the possibility of ice blocks sticking together in the stirring tank, thereby reducing the possibility that the ice blocks will not be able to pass through the discharge port after clumping.
[0017] Optionally, the stirring assembly includes a second rotating rod and stirring blades. The second rotating rod is rotatably connected to the top wall of the ice storage tank. The second rotating rod is coaxially arranged with the first rotating rod, and the second rotating rod is connected to the first rotating rod through a transmission assembly.
[0018] By adopting the above technical solution, the second rotating rod is connected to the first rotating rod through a transmission assembly. During the rotation of the first rotating rod, the second rotating rod is driven to rotate. The rotation of the second rotating rod drives the stirring blade to rotate, thereby stirring the ice in the ice bucket, preventing the ice in the ice storage bucket from sticking together, and ensuring the uniformity and dispersion of the ice.
[0019] Optionally, the transmission assembly includes a first gear, a second gear, and a transmission gear. The first gear is coaxially and fixedly connected to a first rotating rod, the second gear is coaxially and fixedly connected to a second rotating rod, and the transmission gear is connected to the top wall of the ice storage bucket. Both the first gear and the second gear mesh with the transmission gear.
[0020] By adopting the above technical solution, the transmission gear is meshed between the first gear and the second gear. The first gear and the second gear rotate in the same direction under the transmission of the transmission gear, thereby making the first rotating rod and the second rotating rod rotate in the same direction, reducing the possibility of mutual interference between the working effect of the stirring blade and the pusher plate.
[0021] In summary, this utility model has at least one of the following beneficial technical effects:
[0022] 1. By opening a slot on the side wall of the ice drop bucket for the ice-distributing mechanism to insert, when ice needs to be added to the milk tea cup, the ice-pushing mechanism pushes the ice in the ice storage bucket into the feeding port. The ice enters the ice drop bucket through the feeding port. The ice-distributing mechanism cuts the ice in the ice drop bucket and controls the movement of the ice in the ice drop bucket, thereby realizing the quantitative addition of ice to the milk tea cup and reducing the impact of ice sticking on the processing quality of the milk tea machine.
[0023] 2. By opening cutting surfaces at both ends of the ice-separating section, the cutting ability of the ice-separating plate is enhanced, making it easier to break and separate ice blocks. In addition, the connecting part is a circular plate and is coaxially fixedly connected with the drive rod, ensuring the stable operation of the ice-separating plate under the drive rod and reducing vibration and energy consumption caused by improper connection.
[0024] 3. By installing multiple sets of stirring components inside the ice storage tank, the ice blocks inside the tank are stirred, reducing the possibility of ice blocks sticking together, thereby reducing the possibility that the ice blocks will clump together and fail to pass through the discharge port. Attached Figure Description
[0025] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of the present invention and constitute a part of this invention, illustrate exemplary embodiments of the present invention and, together with the description thereof, serve to explain the present invention and do not constitute an undue limitation thereof. In the drawings:
[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an embodiment of the present utility model;
[0027] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the ice-pushing mechanism and stirring mechanism in an embodiment of this utility model;
[0028] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the ice-dispensing mechanism in an embodiment of this utility model.
[0029] Reference numerals: 100, ice storage tank; 200, ice drop tank; 210, trough; 300, ice pushing mechanism; 310, first rotating rod; 320, pusher plate; 400, ice separating mechanism; 410, drive shaft; 420, ice separating plate; 421, connecting part; 422, ice separating part; 423, cutting edge; 500, stirring mechanism; 510, stirring assembly; 511, second rotating rod; 512, stirring blade; 520, transmission assembly; 521, first gear; 522, second gear; 523, transmission gear. Detailed Implementation
[0030] To more clearly explain the overall concept of this utility model, the following description is in conjunction with the appendix. Figures 1-3 The present invention will be described in further detail below.
[0031] Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments of the present invention and the features thereof can be combined with each other.
[0032] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., 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, an electrical connection, or a communication 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. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.
[0033] This utility model discloses an ice dispensing device for an automatic milk tea machine. (Refer to...) Figure 1 and Figure 2 An ice-dispensing device for an automatic milk tea machine includes an ice storage tank 100, an ice drop tank 200, an ice pushing mechanism 300, a stirring mechanism 500, and an ice dispensing mechanism 400. The ice storage tank 100 is a hollow cylindrical structure. An inlet for ice blocks is located on the top wall of the ice storage tank 100, and a discharge port is located on the bottom wall of the ice storage tank 100. The ice storage tank 100 stores ice blocks processed by the ice maker. The ice drop tank 200 is a hollow tubular structure. The axis of the ice drop tank 200 is parallel to the axis of the ice storage tank 100. The ice drop tank 200 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the ice storage tank 100, and one end of the ice drop tank 200 is connected to the discharge port. The ice pushing mechanism 300 is installed inside the ice storage tank 100 and is used to push the ice blocks inside the ice storage tank 100 into the discharge port. A stirring mechanism 500 is installed inside the ice storage tank 100 to stir the ice blocks inside the ice storage tank 100.
[0034] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 3The ice-distributing mechanism 400 includes a drive shaft 410 and two ice-distributing discs 420. The axial direction of the drive shaft 410 is parallel to the axial direction of the ice bucket 200. Both ice-distributing discs 420 are mounted on the drive shaft 410 and are spaced apart along the axial direction of the drive shaft 410. Two slots 210 are formed on the side wall of the ice bucket 200, spaced apart along the axial direction of the ice bucket 200 and circumferentially extending from it. The two slots 210 are respectively for inserting the two ice-distributing discs 420. The cross-section of each ice-distributing disc 420 perpendicular to the drive shaft 410 is semi-circular, and the two ice-distributing discs 420 are located on opposite sides of the axial direction of the drive shaft 410.
[0035] When ice cubes need to be added to the milk tea cup, the ice pushing mechanism 300 pushes the ice cubes in the ice storage tank 100 into the feeding port. The ice cubes enter the ice dropping tank 200 through the feeding port. During the rotation of the drive rod, the two ice distributing plates 420 are driven into the slot 210. After the upper ice distributing plate 420 enters the slot 210, the ice cubes in the ice dropping tank 200 fall onto the upper ice distributing plate 420. The upper ice distributing plate 420 restricts the movement of the ice cubes in the ice dropping tank 200. As the upper ice distributing plate 420 rotates, when the upper ice distributing plate 420 moves away from the ice dropping tank 200... When the slot 210 is opened, the lower ice-distributing plate 420 enters the slot 210, and a certain amount of ice blocks fall onto the lower ice-distributing plate 420. When the upper ice-distributing plate 420 enters the slot 210 again, the upper ice-distributing plate 420 cuts the ice blocks on both sides of it during rotation. At this time, the lower ice-distributing plate 420 leaves the slot 210, and a certain amount of ice blocks located between the two ice-distributing plates 420 continue to move along the ice drop bucket 200, thereby achieving the effect of quantitatively adding ice to the milk tea cup and alleviating the impact of ice block adhesion on the processing quality of the milk tea machine.
[0036] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 3 In a preferred embodiment, the ice-distributing plate 420 includes a connecting part 421 and an ice-distributing part 422. The connecting part 421 is a circular plate and is coaxially fixedly connected to the drive rod. The ice-distributing part 422 has a semi-circular structure and is coaxially sleeved on the outside of the connecting part 421. The connecting part 421 and the ice-distributing part 422 are fixedly connected. Both ends of the ice-distributing part 422 are provided with cutting edges 423.
[0037] By opening cutting surfaces 423 at both ends of the ice-separating part 422, the cutting ability of the ice-separating plate 420 is enhanced, making it easier to break and separate ice blocks. In addition, the connecting part 421 is a circular plate and is coaxially fixedly connected to the drive rod, ensuring the stable operation of the ice-separating plate 420 under the drive rod and reducing vibration and energy consumption caused by improper connection.
[0038] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2The ice-pushing mechanism 300 includes a driving component, a first rotating rod 310, and a pusher plate 320. The first rotating rod 310 is rotatably connected inside the ice storage tank 100 and is coaxially arranged with the ice storage tank 100. The pusher plate 320 is fixedly connected to the side wall of the first rotating rod 310. The driving component is drively connected to the first rotating rod 310. In this embodiment, the driving component is a motor, which is fixedly connected to the ice storage tank 100, and the output shaft of the motor is coaxially fixedly connected to the first rotating rod 310.
[0039] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 The stirring mechanism 500 includes multiple stirring components 510, which are spaced apart circumferentially along the first rotating rod 310. Each stirring component 510 is used to stir the ice blocks inside the ice storage tank 100. Each stirring component 510 includes a second rotating rod 511 and stirring blades 512. The second rotating rod 511 is rotatably connected to the top wall of the ice storage tank 100 and is coaxially arranged with the first rotating rod 310. The second rotating rod 511 is connected to the first rotating rod 310 via a transmission component 520.
[0040] The transmission assembly 520 includes a first gear 521, a second gear 522, and a transmission gear 523. The first gear 521 is coaxially and fixedly connected to the first rotating rod 310. The second gear 522 is coaxially and fixedly connected to the second rotating rod 511. The transmission gear 523 is connected to the top wall of the ice storage tank 100. Both the first gear 521 and the second gear 522 mesh with the transmission gear 523.
[0041] The second rotating rod 511 is connected to the first rotating rod 310 via a transmission assembly 520. During rotation, the first rotating rod 310 drives the second rotating rod 511, which in turn rotates the stirring blade 512, thus stirring the ice in the ice bucket 200 and preventing the ice in the ice storage bucket 100 from sticking together, ensuring the uniformity and dispersion of the ice. A transmission gear 523 meshes between the first gear 521 and the second gear 522. Under the transmission of the transmission gear 523, the first gear 521 and the second gear 522 rotate in the same direction, causing the first rotating rod 310 and the second rotating rod 511 to rotate in the same direction, reducing the possibility of mutual interference between the working effects of the stirring blade 512 and the pusher plate 320.
[0042] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner. The same or similar parts between the various embodiments can be referred to each other. Each embodiment focuses on describing the differences from other embodiments.
[0043] The above are all preferred embodiments of this utility model, and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this utility model. Therefore, all equivalent changes made to the structure, shape, and principle of this utility model should be included within the scope of protection of this utility model. Where this utility model is not described, existing technologies can be used or referenced.
Claims
1. An ice dispensing device for an automatic milk tea machine, characterized in that: The device includes an ice storage tank (100), an ice drop tank (200), an ice pushing mechanism (300), and an ice separating mechanism (400). The ice storage tank (100) is used to store ice blocks processed by the ice maker. The ice drop tank (200) is connected to the ice storage tank (100) through a discharge port opened on the bottom wall of the ice storage tank (100). The ice pushing mechanism (300) is located inside the ice storage tank (100) and is used to push the ice blocks in the ice storage tank (100) into the discharge port. The ice separating mechanism (400) is located on one side of the ice drop tank (200). The side wall of the ice drop tank (200) has a slot (210) for the ice separating mechanism (400) to be inserted. The ice separating mechanism (400) is used to cut the ice blocks in the ice drop tank (200) and control the movement of the ice blocks in the ice drop tank (200).
2. The ice dispensing device for an automatic milk tea machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The ice-splitting mechanism (400) includes a drive shaft (410) and two ice-splitting discs (420). The axial direction of the drive shaft (410) is parallel to the axial direction of the ice bucket (200). The two ice-splitting discs (420) are connected to the drive shaft (410) and are spaced apart along the axial direction of the drive shaft (410). There are two slots (210) and they are spaced apart along the axial direction of the ice bucket (200). The two slots (210) are respectively for the two ice-splitting discs (420) to be inserted. The cross-section of the ice-splitting disc (420) perpendicular to the drive shaft (410) is semi-circular. The two ice-splitting discs (420) are located on both sides of the axial direction of the drive shaft (410).
3. The ice dispensing device for an automatic milk tea machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The ice-distributing plate (420) includes a connecting part (421) and an ice-distributing part (422). The connecting part (421) is a circular plate and is coaxially fixedly connected to the drive rod. The ice-distributing part (422) is a semi-circular structure and is coaxially sleeved on the outside of the connecting part (421). The connecting part (421) and the ice-distributing part (422) are fixedly connected. The two ends of the ice-distributing part (422) are provided with cutting edges (423).
4. The ice dispensing device for an automatic milk tea machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The ice pushing mechanism (300) includes a driving component, a first rotating rod (310) and a pusher plate (320). The first rotating rod (310) is rotatably connected inside the ice storage tank (100) and is coaxially arranged with the ice storage tank (100). The pusher plate (320) is fixedly connected to the side wall of the first rotating rod (310). The driving component is drively connected to the first rotating rod (310).
5. The ice dispensing device for an automatic milk tea machine according to claim 4, characterized in that: The driving component is a motor, which is fixedly connected to the ice storage tank (100), and the output shaft of the motor is fixedly connected to the first rotating rod (310) on the same axis.
6. The ice dispensing device for an automatic milk tea machine according to claim 4, characterized in that: The ice storage tank (100) is provided with a stirring mechanism (500), which includes multiple stirring components (510). The multiple stirring components (510) are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the first rotating rod (310). The stirring components (510) are used to stir the ice in the ice storage tank (100).
7. The ice dispensing device for an automatic milk tea machine according to claim 6, characterized in that: The stirring assembly (510) includes a second rotating rod (511) and a stirring blade (512). The second rotating rod (511) is rotatably connected to the top wall of the ice storage tank (100). The second rotating rod (511) is coaxially arranged with the first rotating rod (310). The second rotating rod (511) is connected to the first rotating rod (310) through a transmission assembly (520).
8. The ice dispensing device for an automatic milk tea machine according to claim 7, characterized in that: The transmission assembly (520) includes a first gear (521), a second gear (522), and a transmission gear (523). The first gear (521) is coaxially and fixedly connected to the first rotating rod (310). The second gear (522) is coaxially and fixedly connected to the second rotating rod (511). The transmission gear (523) is connected to the top wall of the ice storage bucket (100). Both the first gear (521) and the second gear (522) mesh with the transmission gear (523).