Cooking utensil

Abstract

The utility model provides a cooking utensil which comprises a pot body assembly, the pot body assembly is provided with a first communication part and a steam generation structure, and the first communication part is located at the opening end of the pot body assembly; the steaming drawer is detachably erected at the opening end of the pot body assembly, a part of the steaming drawer is located in the pot body assembly, a first opening is formed in the side portion of the steaming drawer, a second communicating part is defined by the outer circumferential wall of the steaming drawer and the inner circumferential wall of the pot body assembly, and the second communicating part communicates with the steam generation structure and the first communicating part; the object carrying piece is detachably arranged on the pot body assembly, and the object carrying piece is located above the steaming drawer; the pot cover detachably covers the pot body assembly, a first cavity is defined by the object carrying piece and the pot cover, a second cavity is defined by the object carrying piece and the steaming drawer, the first cavity is communicated with the first communication part, and the second cavity is communicated with the first communication part through the first opening. The use requirements that steam in the first cavity and the second cavity is saturated at the same time and food materials are cooked at the same time can be met.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of cooking utensil technology, and more specifically, to a cooking utensil. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, cooking appliances with steaming functions include a heating element located at the bottom of the appliance. The appliance has multiple chambers arranged along its height. When the appliance is in operation, steam flows into the chambers sequentially from bottom to top. This results in the lower chambers heating up faster than the upper chambers. Consequently, when cooking the same ingredients in both chambers, the food in the lower chamber cooks faster than the food in the upper chamber, making it difficult to achieve the desired even cooking experience and affecting the texture of the food. Utility Model Content

[0003] This application aims to address at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art or related technologies.

[0004] Therefore, this application proposes a cooking utensil.

[0005] In view of the above, this application provides a cooking appliance, comprising: a pot body assembly having a first connecting portion and a steam generating structure, the first connecting portion being located at the open end of the pot body assembly; a steamer rack detachably mounted on the open end of the pot body assembly, a portion of the steamer rack being located inside the pot body assembly, the side of the steamer rack having a first opening, the outer peripheral wall of the steamer rack and the inner peripheral wall of the pot body assembly enclosing a second connecting portion, the second connecting portion connecting the steam generating structure and the first connecting portion; a food carrier detachably mounted on the pot body assembly, the food carrier being located above the steamer rack; and a pot lid detachably mounted on the pot body assembly, the food carrier and the pot lid enclosing a first chamber, the food carrier and the steamer rack enclosing a second chamber, the first chamber connecting to the first connecting portion, and the second chamber connecting to the first connecting portion through the first opening.

[0006] The cooking appliance provided in this application includes a pot body assembly, a steamer, a container, and a pot lid.

[0007] Any one of the steamer, the container, and the lid is detachably mounted on the pot body assembly. The pot body assembly supports and secures any one of the steamer, the container, and the lid, ensuring the proper fit of the steamer, the container, and the lid.

[0008] The pot body, steamer, container, and lid enclose the exterior of the cooking appliance.

[0009] The steamer and food container are detachably mounted on the pot body assembly, with the food container positioned above the steamer along the height of the cooking appliance. The pot lid is mounted on the pot body assembly, and the lid and pot body assembly cooperate to cover the steamer and food container inside.

[0010] The container and the steamer enclose the second chamber. Specifically, after the steamer is placed on the open end of the pot assembly, the food is placed inside the steamer, and then the container is placed on the pot assembly so that the food is sealed into the second chamber by the container located above the steamer.

[0011] The container and the lid enclose the first chamber. Specifically, the food is placed on the container, and then the lid is placed on the pot body assembly to seal the food into the first chamber.

[0012] The pot assembly has a first connecting portion located at its open end. The outer peripheral wall of the steamer and the inner peripheral wall of the pot assembly enclose a second connecting portion, which connects the steam generating structure and the first connecting portion. The side of the steamer has a first opening, and a second chamber connects to the first connecting portion through this first opening; the first chamber also connects to the first connecting portion.

[0013] When the cooking appliance is in operation, the steam generated by the steam generating structure flows to the first connecting part through the second connecting part. Since the first connecting part connects to the first chamber and also connects to the second chamber through the first opening, the steam is divided into two paths after passing through the first connecting part: one path flows to the second chamber through the first opening, and the other path flows to the first chamber. In other words, steam can be supplied to both the first and second chambers simultaneously. This ensures a balanced and consistent temperature rise between the two chambers, effectively solving the problem of large differences in temperature rise time between them. It meets the requirements of simultaneous steam saturation and simultaneous cooking of food in both chambers, greatly improving the performance and market competitiveness of the cooking appliance.

[0014] At the same time, this structural design can also reduce the temperature difference between the upper and lower sides of the container, thereby reducing the amount of condensation dripping down the container and minimizing its impact on the taste of the food below.

[0015] The cooking appliance described above according to this application may also have the following additional technical features:

[0016] In some embodiments, the pot assembly may optionally include: a pot body; a steamer, the steamer having a cylindrical structure, the steamer being detachably mounted on the pot body, the steamer having a first connecting portion, the pot lid, the steaming tray and the container being detachably connected to the steamer, and the outer peripheral wall of the steaming tray and the inner peripheral wall of the steamer enclosing a second connecting portion.

[0017] In this embodiment, the structure of the pot body assembly is further defined.

[0018] The pot assembly includes the pot body and the steamer.

[0019] The steamer has a cylindrical structure and is detachably mounted on the pot body. The pot lid is detachably mounted on the side of the steamer away from the pot body. The pot body, steamer, and pot lid together form the exterior of the cooking utensil.

[0020] Specifically, the steamer and the container can be detachably mounted on the steamer, and the steamer and the container are located in the cavity enclosed by the pot body, the steamer and the pot lid.

[0021] Specifically, the steamer has a first connecting part, and the outer peripheral wall of the steamer drawer and the inner peripheral wall of the steamer enclose a second connecting part.

[0022] In other words, when the cooking appliance is working, the steam generated by the steam generating structure flows through the second connecting part between the steamer and the steam basket to the first connecting part of the steam basket. Then, one path of steam flows through the first opening to the second chamber, and another path of steam flows to the first chamber. That is to say, steam can be supplied to both the first and second chambers simultaneously.

[0023] In some embodiments, the number of steamers, steaming trays, and containers may be multiple, with each steamer cooperating with a steaming tray and a container; multiple steamers may be detachably connected in sequence along the direction from the pot body assembly to the pot lid.

[0024] In this embodiment, the number and arrangement of the steamer, steamer drawer, and container are further defined.

[0025] There are multiple steamers, multiple steaming trays, and multiple containers. That is, there are multiple steamers, multiple steaming trays, and multiple containers. Each steamer is paired with one steaming tray and one container.

[0026] This design allows for the formation of multiple chambers within the cooking appliance, meeting the needs of cooking large quantities of ingredients or multiple types of ingredients.

[0027] It is understandable that when there are two steamers, two steaming trays, and two containers, the number of first chambers is one, and the number of second chambers is two.

[0028] It is understandable that when there are three steamers, three steam drawers, and three containers, the number of first chambers is one, and the number of second chambers is three.

[0029] In other words, cooking utensils can be disassembled and assembled according to usage needs to meet diverse user requirements.

[0030] In some embodiments, optionally, there are multiple first connecting portions, which are spaced apart around the periphery of the steamer; or the first connecting portions are arranged around the periphery of the steamer; the second connecting portions are arranged around the steamer; and there are multiple first openings, which are spaced apart along the circumference of the steamer, with the first openings being opposite to the first connecting portions.

[0031] In this embodiment, the matching structure of the steamer and the steaming tray is further defined.

[0032] The steamer has multiple first connecting parts, which are spaced apart and surround the periphery of the steamer. Alternatively, the first connecting parts can be arranged around the periphery of the steamer, that is, the first connecting parts are annular connecting parts.

[0033] The second connecting part between the steamer and the steaming tray is arranged around the steaming tray, that is, the second connecting part is an annular gap.

[0034] The steamer has multiple first openings, which are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the steamer, and the first openings are positioned opposite to the first connecting part.

[0035] When the cooking appliance is in operation, the steam generated by the steam generating structure flows simultaneously to multiple first connecting parts of the steamer through the second connecting part between the steamer and the steaming basket.

[0036] Then, a portion of the steam flows into the second chamber simultaneously through multiple first openings. The steam entering the second chamber circulates within it under the influence of the carrying component, cooking the food inside. The placement of the multiple first openings, combined with the structure of the carrying component and the steamer, defines the steam flow path within the second chamber. This ensures that food at different locations within the second chamber can effectively contact the steam, guaranteeing even and consistent cooking and improving the texture and flavor of the food. Simultaneously, the positional relationship between the first openings and the first connecting portion is defined, ensuring they are positioned opposite each other. This prevents direct contact between the steam and the bottom of the food, reducing condensation on the food surface during cooking and significantly improving the taste and overall cooking effect.

[0037] At the same time, a portion of the steam rises around the container via multiple first connecting parts and circulates within the first chamber to fully heat the food inside. This ensures the effectiveness and reliability of heating the food while preventing direct contact between the steam and the bottom of the food, thereby reducing condensation on the surface of the food during cooking and significantly improving the taste and cooking results.

[0038] In some embodiments, optionally, the steamer has a first enclosure and a plurality of first supports. The first enclosure is connected to the inner peripheral wall of the steamer and is located on the side of the steamer away from the pot body. Along the circumference of the steamer, the plurality of first supports are spaced apart on the side of the first enclosure away from the pot body. The steamer tray and the container are both supported by the plurality of first supports. The end of the pot lid is located between the inner peripheral wall of the steamer and the plurality of first supports. When there are multiple first connecting parts, the first enclosure has a plurality of through holes. Any two adjacent first supports and the first enclosure enclose a first connecting part. The first connecting part is connected to a second connecting part through at least one through hole.

[0039] In this embodiment, the structure of the steamer is further defined.

[0040] The steamer has a first surrounding plate and multiple first support members. The first surrounding plate is connected to the inner circumferential wall of the steamer and is located on the side of the steamer away from the pot body. The multiple support members are connected to the same side of the first surrounding plate; specifically, the multiple first support members are connected to the side of the first surrounding plate away from the pot body and are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the steamer. This structural arrangement also provides clearance space, facilitating the entry of steam into the steaming drawer through the first opening.

[0041] In this configuration, any two adjacent first support members and the first enclosure plate enclose a first connecting portion. When there are multiple first connecting portions, the first enclosure plate has multiple through holes, and each first connecting portion connects to a second connecting portion through at least one through hole. That is, each first connecting portion mates with at least one through hole, ensuring that steam can flow to multiple first connecting portions via the second connecting portion and the multiple through holes.

[0042] Understandably, both the steamer and the food container rest on multiple first support members. That is, these first support members not only support and secure the steamer and the food container, but also enclose multiple first connecting portions. In other words, the structure of multiple first support members is reused, enriching their functionality. While ensuring the steam flow path, this simplifies the steamer's structure, offering advantages such as ease of processing and low production costs.

[0043] Understandably, multiple through holes are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the steamer.

[0044] Furthermore, the end of the lid is located between the inner circumferential wall of the steamer and multiple first support members. That is, the inner circumferential wall of the steamer and the multiple first support members cooperate to limit the lid, ensuring the fit between the lid and the steamer and preventing the lid from shifting relative to the steamer. At the same time, this structure can ensure the fit between the lid and the multiple through holes, preventing the lid from obstructing the steam flow and providing structural support to ensure effective steam flow.

[0045] In some embodiments, the first support member may optionally include: a support rib connected to the first enclosure; a baffle rib disposed on the side of the support rib away from the pot body; a steamer having a first flange, the first flange resting on the support rib, and the outer edge of the first flange being disposed opposite to the baffle rib; and a carrying member having a second flange, the second flange resting on the baffle rib.

[0046] In this embodiment, the structure of the first support member is further defined.

[0047] Any of the plurality of first support members includes a support rib and a retaining rib.

[0048] The supporting rib is connected to the first enclosure plate, and the retaining rib is located on the side of the supporting rib away from the pot body.

[0049] The steamer has a first flange, which rests on a supporting rib, and the outer edge of the first flange is positioned opposite to the baffle rib. The baffle rib serves to limit the position of the steamer, constraining the fit between the steamer and the steamer basket and preventing the steamer from shifting.

[0050] The container has a second flange that rests on a retaining rib, which supports and secures the container. This design meets the requirement of placing the container above the steamer and ensures the effectiveness and reliability of forming the second chamber.

[0051] In other words, by defining the cooperative structure of the supporting ribs and the retaining ribs, the first supporting member can not only support and fix the steamer, but also support and fix the load, and define the cooperative dimensions of the steamer and the load, so as to avoid interference between the load and the steamer.

[0052] Optionally, the first opening is closer to the first folding edge than the bottom of the steamer.

[0053] In some embodiments, the loading component may optionally include: a partition; a side plate connected between the partition and the second flange, the partition and the side plate enclosing a loading groove, and the side plate being disposed opposite to the baffle.

[0054] In this embodiment, the structure of the carrier is further defined.

[0055] The container includes a partition, a side panel, and a second flange. The side panel is connected to the outer edge of the partition, and the partition and the side panel enclose a container slot, that is, the partition and the side panel form a concave structure, which can place at least a portion of the food in the container slot.

[0056] The side plate of the load is arranged opposite to multiple baffles. The multiple baffles and the side plate cooperate to limit the displacement of the load relative to the steamer, which can ensure the matching size of the load and the steamer, and will not obstruct the flow of steam, so that the steam can flow around the load.

[0057] In some embodiments, optionally, the side of the partition away from the steamer has a plurality of support protrusions, which are spaced apart along the diagonal direction of the partition.

[0058] In this embodiment, the structure of the partition is further defined.

[0059] The partition has multiple support protrusions, specifically, multiple support protrusions on the side of the partition away from the steamer. In this way, when the food is stacked in the storage compartment, the support protrusions can be used to create a flow channel between the food and the inner wall of the storage compartment, which helps to enhance the contact between the food and the steam, so that the food is heated evenly from top to bottom, thereby improving the cooked taste of the food.

[0060] Multiple support protrusions are spaced diagonally along the partition. Steam flow resistance is lower at the edges of the partition and higher at the center. Therefore, most of the steam flows to the edges, resulting in insufficient heating of food in the center and overheating of food at the edges, potentially leading to undercooked food in the center.

[0061] This application rationally sets up a structure with multiple supporting protrusions, which increases the flow resistance of steam at the edge of the partition. The steam can flow along the gap between two adjacent supporting protrusions, which is conducive to the uniform distribution of steam in the loading tank. This makes the food in each position in the loading tank evenly heated, which is beneficial to improving the cooking effect of the food.

[0062] In some embodiments, optionally, a plurality of second supports are provided at intervals at the second opening of the pot body, a steamer is arranged around the plurality of second supports, any two adjacent second supports enclose a third connecting portion, the steamer rests against the plurality of second supports, and the second connecting portion is connected to the steam generating structure through the plurality of third connecting portions.

[0063] In this embodiment, the structure of the pot body is further defined.

[0064] Multiple second support members are spaced apart at the second opening of the pot body. Any two adjacent second support members enclose a third connecting portion, which connects to the steam generating structure through the multiple third connecting portions. That is, the multiple third connecting portions serve to connect the second connecting portion and the steam generating structure.

[0065] In other words, steam flows through multiple third connecting parts to an annular second connecting part, and then simultaneously flows to multiple first connecting parts. This configuration allows steam to rise and circulate around the load to provide structural support, and also provides structural support for steam to simultaneously flow into the second chamber through multiple first openings and circulate within the second chamber.

[0066] Furthermore, the steamer tray rests against multiple second support members, meaning that these second support members not only support and fix the steamer tray but also enclose multiple third connecting parts. In other words, the structure of multiple second support members is reused, enriching their functionality. While ensuring the steam flow path, this simplifies the pot's structure, offering advantages such as ease of processing and low production costs.

[0067] In some embodiments, optionally, the pot body is provided with an installation groove; the steam generating structure includes an evaporation hood and a heating element, the evaporation hood is detachably installed in the installation groove, and the heating element is installed in the pot body; the evaporation hood is provided with a channel, the side of the evaporation hood is provided with an exhaust port, and one end of the evaporation hood is provided with a third opening, the third opening is disposed opposite to the bottom wall of the installation groove, the installation groove has a liquid storage area, the third opening, the exhaust port and the liquid storage area are all connected to the channel, the exhaust port is also connected to a second connecting part, and the heating element is used to supply heat to the channel at least; the channel includes a flow guide section, the flow guide section is located between the third opening and the exhaust port, and the flow cross-sectional area of ​​the flow guide section facing the third opening is smaller than the flow cross-sectional area of ​​the flow guide section facing the exhaust port.

[0068] In this embodiment, the fit between the pot body and the steam generating structure is further defined.

[0069] The evaporator hood is detachably installed in the mounting slot. That is, the pot body serves to install and fix the evaporator hood.

[0070] The evaporator has a channel inside, an exhaust port on its side, and a third opening at one end. This third opening is positioned opposite the bottom wall of the mounting groove. The medium is collected within the channel. Due to the fixed space within the channel and the pressure difference, the medium only fills a portion of the channel, thus limiting the amount of medium within it. This minimizes the impact of the amount and temperature of the medium outside the evaporator on the amount of medium being heated. When the cooking appliance is operating, the heating element supplies heat to at least the channel, with most of the heat absorbed by the medium within the channel. The medium outside the evaporator absorbs only a small amount of heat due to the evaporator's effect. Therefore, by heating the medium within the channel, the time it takes for the medium to reach boiling point and generate relatively stable steam is significantly shortened, while the temperature rise of the medium outside the evaporator is minimal. This achieves rapid generation of high-temperature steam and avoids energy loss.

[0071] Furthermore, the high-temperature steam generated in the channel will be discharged from the evaporator through the exhaust port and directed to the second connecting part, which can shorten the time for the first and second chambers of the cooking appliance to reach a saturated steam state, thereby improving the cooking efficiency of the cooking appliance.

[0072] Furthermore, the installation tank has a liquid storage area, and the third opening, the vent, and the liquid storage area are all connected to the channel. Therefore, when the amount of medium in the channel decreases, the medium can be replenished from the liquid storage area into the channel, providing structural support for continuous steam output.

[0073] The evaporator hood of this application is used to provide surrounding steam for cooking appliances, thus defining the location of the exhaust port and the structure of the channel.

[0074] The exhaust port is located on the side of the evaporator hood, meaning that the steam outlet of the evaporator hood is located on the side.

[0075] The channel includes a guide section located between the third opening and the exhaust port. The cross-sectional area of ​​the guide section facing the third opening is smaller than that facing the exhaust port. In other words, the guide section has a flared shape, which defines the steam flow path and acts as a converging and guiding force, allowing the steam to be directed and rapidly guided to the exhaust port on the side of the evaporator hood.

[0076] In other words, the location of the exhaust port and the shape of the channel are matched to guide the flow path of the steam. The steam flowing out of the exhaust port will flow to the side of the pot and then flow around to multiple first connecting parts through the second connecting part on the side of the steamer. This satisfies the use requirements of steam flowing around and avoids the steam from directly contacting the bottom of the food. This reduces the condensation formed on the surface of the food during cooking and greatly improves the taste and cooking effect of the food.

[0077] Understandably, the exhaust port serves to allow steam to flow out of the evaporator shroud. Steam can only flow out of the evaporator shroud through the exhaust port located on the side of the evaporator shroud; steam cannot flow out of the evaporator shroud through the end opposite to the third opening, that is, steam cannot flow out of the evaporator shroud through the top. This configuration can meet the usage requirements for surrounding steam.

[0078] In some embodiments, the guide section may extend from the third opening to the exhaust port.

[0079] In this embodiment, the positional relationship between the guide section, the third opening, and the exhaust port is further defined.

[0080] Specifically, the guide section extends from the third opening to the exhaust port. That is, the first end of the guide section is connected to the third opening, and the second end of the guide section is connected to the exhaust port.

[0081] One part of the guide section stores the medium, while the other part guides the steam, allowing the steam to flow orderly towards the exhaust port along the guide section, whose cross-sectional area gradually increases.

[0082] Specifically, the channel is cross-sectioned along the extension direction perpendicular to the channel. In the cross-section, the area enclosed by the inner contour of the channel is the flow cross-sectional area of ​​the channel.

[0083] Specifically, the guide section is cross-sectioned along the extension direction perpendicular to the guide section. In the cross-section, the area enclosed by the inner contour line of the guide section is the flow cross-sectional area of ​​the guide section.

[0084] In some embodiments, optionally, along the direction from the third opening to the exhaust port, the guide section includes a first sub-segment and a second sub-segment connected together, and the change in the cross-sectional area of ​​the first sub-segment is less than the change in the cross-sectional area of ​​the second sub-segment.

[0085] In this embodiment, the structure of the guide section is further defined.

[0086] Along the direction from the third opening to the exhaust port, the guide section includes a first sub-section and a second sub-section, with the first sub-section connected to the second sub-section.

[0087] The shape of the first segment differs from that of the second segment. Specifically, the change in the cross-sectional area of ​​the first segment is less than the change in the cross-sectional area of ​​the second segment. Here, the change in cross-sectional area along the third opening to the exhaust port refers to the difference between the cross-sectional area of ​​the flow surface at the termination position and the cross-sectional area of ​​the flow surface at the initial position per unit length.

[0088] It is understandable that the first segment is located between the third opening and the second segment, and the function of the first segment includes at least storing the medium, while the function of the second segment includes at least guiding steam to the exhaust port.

[0089] This ensures that the change in the cross-sectional area of ​​the first section is small, thus limiting the amount of medium to be heated and guaranteeing the requirement for rapid steam output. If the change in the cross-sectional area of ​​the first section is greater than that of the second section, the amount of medium heated per unit time will be larger, which will prolong the steam output time and fail to meet the requirement for rapid steam output.

[0090] This results in a larger change in the cross-sectional area of ​​the second sub-section, allowing the generated steam to flow rapidly over a wide area to the exhaust port. Furthermore, it enables the steam exiting the evaporator through the exhaust port to flow rapidly in all directions along a direction with a small angle to the horizontal, providing structural support for the surrounding steam.

[0091] In other words, this setup takes into account both the need for rapid steam output and the need for supplying surrounding steam.

[0092] In some embodiments, optionally, the end of the evaporation hood with the third opening is also provided with a fourth opening, the fourth opening is located around the third opening, the fourth opening communicates with the liquid storage area, and the evaporation hood is also provided with a heat insulation cavity, which communicates with the fourth opening.

[0093] In this embodiment, the structure of the evaporation hood is further defined.

[0094] The end of the evaporator hood with the third opening also has a fourth opening. That is, one end of the evaporator hood also has a fourth opening, and the third opening and the fourth opening are located on the same side of the evaporator hood.

[0095] The evaporation hood is also equipped with a heat insulation chamber, which is connected to a fourth opening, and the fourth opening is connected to the liquid storage area.

[0096] The medium can flow into the insulation chamber through the fourth opening. When the cooking appliance is working, the amount of heat dissipated from the channel to the outside of the evaporator is small due to the effect of the insulation chamber. As a result, most of the heat is absorbed by the medium in the channel. Therefore, by heating the medium in the channel, the time it takes for the medium to go from room temperature to boiling and generate relatively stable steam can be greatly shortened. In this way, the purpose of quickly generating high-temperature steam can be achieved, reducing heat loss.

[0097] Meanwhile, since the medium can flow into the insulation chamber through the fourth opening, while the insulation chamber prevents heat from dissipating outside the evaporator, a small portion of the heat is absorbed by the medium inside the insulation chamber, thus increasing the temperature of the medium within the insulation chamber. Because the fourth opening is located around the third opening, when the amount of medium in the channel decreases, the medium in the insulation chamber can flow from the fourth opening to the third opening, and then from the third opening back into the channel. This means that the temperature of the medium flowing into the channel is higher, which further shortens the time it takes for the medium in the channel to boil and generate relatively stable steam, meeting the requirements for rapidly generating high-temperature steam.

[0098] Optionally, the fourth opening is arranged to surround the third opening, and / or the insulation cavity is arranged to surround the channel.

[0099] In some embodiments, the evaporation hood may optionally include: a guide tube, the guide tube including a first tube wall and a second tube wall, the end of the first tube wall enclosing a third opening, the second tube wall being connected to the periphery of the first tube wall, the first tube wall and the second tube wall enclosing a heat insulation cavity and a fourth opening, at least one of the first tube wall and the second tube wall being provided with an exhaust port and a guide port, the channel communicating with the liquid storage area through the guide port; and a cover, the cover being connected to the side of the guide tube opposite to the third opening, the cover and the guide tube enclosing the channel.

[0100] In this embodiment, the structure of the evaporation hood is further defined.

[0101] The evaporation hood includes a flow guide tube and a cover. The cover is connected to the side of the flow guide tube opposite to the third opening.

[0102] Furthermore, the guide tube includes a first cylindrical wall, the end of which encloses a third opening, and the cover and the first cylindrical wall enclose a channel. It can be understood that a portion of the first cylindrical wall is a flared wall, which encloses the guide section.

[0103] Furthermore, the guide tube also includes a second cylinder wall, which is connected to the periphery of the first cylinder wall. The first cylinder wall and the second cylinder wall enclose a heat insulation cavity and a fourth opening. The second cylinder wall is provided with an exhaust port and a guide port.

[0104] In other words, the guide tube and the cover work together to ensure the positional relationship between the third opening, the exhaust port, the fourth opening, the channel and the insulation cavity, and to meet the usage requirements that the cross-sectional area of ​​the guide section gradually increases from the third opening to the exhaust port.

[0105] Optionally, a portion of the end of the first cylinder wall is recessed to form a flow guide, which connects to the channel. The flow guide connects to the channel and the liquid storage area. The medium in the liquid storage area can flow into the channel through the flow guide to replenish the medium in the channel and ensure the amount of medium in the channel.

[0106] Furthermore, the first and second cylindrical walls enclose an insulation cavity, through which the medium can flow to the insulation cavity via the gap between the second cylindrical wall and the bottom wall of the mounting groove. When the cooking appliance is in operation, the amount of heat dissipated from the channel to the outside of the evaporator is relatively small due to the effect of the insulation cavity, thus allowing most of the heat to be absorbed by the medium within the channel. Therefore, by heating the medium within the channel, the time it takes for the medium to rise from room temperature to boiling and generate relatively stable steam can be significantly shortened. This achieves the goal of rapidly generating high-temperature steam and reduces heat loss.

[0107] In some embodiments, optionally, a portion of the first cylinder wall is bent to form a flared structure, the flared structure being closer to the exhaust port than the third opening, and the first cylinder wall and the cover enclose a channel.

[0108] In this embodiment, the mating structure of the first cylinder wall and the cover is further defined.

[0109] A portion of the first cylinder wall is bent to form a flared structure, which is closer to the exhaust port than the third opening. The first cylinder wall and the cover enclose a channel. This arrangement allows the flow cross-sectional area of ​​the guide section facing the third opening to be smaller than the flow cross-sectional area of ​​the guide section facing the exhaust port.

[0110] In some embodiments, the cover may optionally have a perimeter, which is detachably connected to the guide tube; wherein the first tube wall abuts against the bottom wall of the mounting groove, and the second tube wall is spaced apart from the bottom wall of the mounting groove.

[0111] In this embodiment, the cover has a surrounding edge for connecting to the flow guide tube.

[0112] The side of the rim and the guide tube opposite to the third opening is detachably connected, meaning the cover and guide tube are detachably connected. This design allows for flexible assembly and disassembly of the cover and guide tube, as well as determination of the cover's installation position relative to the guide tube, based on actual needs. This adaptability makes the product suitable for different models of evaporator covers, enhancing its versatility and performance. This design is easy to manufacture and highly operable. Furthermore, it facilitates cleaning and maintenance of the evaporator cover, providing structural support for ensuring the hygiene and cleanliness of cooking appliances.

[0113] Furthermore, the second cylindrical wall of the evaporator hood and the bottom wall of the mounting groove are arranged at intervals. The medium can enter between the first and second cylindrical walls of the evaporator hood through the gap between the second cylindrical wall and the bottom wall of the mounting groove of the boiler body, and then flow into the channel through the guide port on the first cylindrical wall. This configuration provides structural support to ensure the amount of medium in the channel and to provide structural support to meet the requirement of continuous steam output.

[0114] Meanwhile, since the medium can flow into the insulation chamber through the gap between the second cylinder wall and the bottom wall of the mounting groove, while the insulation chamber prevents heat from dissipating outside the evaporator, a small portion of the heat is absorbed by the medium within the insulation chamber, thus increasing the temperature of the medium inside the insulation chamber. Because the second cylinder wall of the evaporator and the bottom wall of the mounting groove are spaced apart, when the amount of medium in the channel decreases, the medium in the insulation chamber can flow to the guide port and then into the channel. This means that the temperature of the medium flowing into the channel is higher, which further shortens the time for the medium in the channel to boil and generate relatively stable steam, meeting the requirements for rapidly generating high-temperature steam.

[0115] In some embodiments, optionally, a second enclosure plate is provided on the bottom wall of the mounting tank, and the outer peripheral wall of the second enclosure plate and the bottom wall of the mounting tank enclose a liquid storage area; the second enclosure plate is located between the first cylinder wall and the second cylinder wall, and the second enclosure plate abuts against the outer peripheral wall of the first cylinder wall.

[0116] In this embodiment, the mating structure of the pot body and the evaporator shroud is further defined.

[0117] The bottom wall of the installation tank is provided with a second enclosure plate, and the outer peripheral wall of the second enclosure plate and the bottom wall of the installation tank enclose the liquid storage area.

[0118] After the evaporator is placed inside the pot, the second enclosure plate is located between the first and second cylindrical walls, and abuts against the outer peripheral wall of the first cylindrical wall. The second enclosure plate serves to limit the first cylindrical wall and the evaporator, ensuring the proper fit between the evaporator and the pot, preventing the evaporator from shifting relative to the pot, and providing structural support to ensure an effective heating channel for the heating element.

[0119] Furthermore, the guide port of the evaporator is connected to the liquid storage area. When the evaporator is placed inside the pot, a portion of the medium in the liquid storage area is covered between the first and second cylinder walls. The medium located between the first and second cylinder walls will flow to the channel through the guide port to ensure the amount of medium in the channel and provide structural support for continuous steam output.

[0120] When the amount of medium in the channel decreases, the medium between the first and second cylinder walls will flow into the channel through the guide port. At the same time, when the amount of medium between the first and second cylinder walls decreases, the medium in the liquid storage area located outside the evaporation hood will flow into the space between the first and second cylinder walls through the gap between the second cylinder wall and the bottom wall of the mounting tank to ensure the heat insulation effect.

[0121] In some embodiments, the number of exhaust ports may be multiple, and the multiple exhaust ports are arranged at circumferential intervals along the first cylinder wall.

[0122] In this embodiment, the structure of the second cylindrical wall is further defined.

[0123] There are multiple exhaust ports, which are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the first cylinder wall.

[0124] This design allows steam to be directed out of the evaporator hood simultaneously from multiple directions and angles. The number of exhaust vents, their locations, and the shape of the channels are adapted to guide the steam flow path, ensuring that the steam exiting the exhaust vents flows towards the side of the cooking appliance to meet the requirements for surrounding steam output.

[0125] Additional aspects and advantages of this application will become apparent in the following description or may be learned by practice of this application. Attached Figure Description

[0126] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this application will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0127] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a cooking appliance according to an embodiment of this application is shown;

[0128] Figure 2 A partial structural schematic diagram of a cooking appliance according to an embodiment of this application is shown;

[0129] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A magnified view of part A of the cooking utensil shown;

[0130] Figure 4 for Figure 2 A magnified view of part B of the cooking utensil shown;

[0131] Figure 5 An exploded view of a cooking appliance according to one embodiment of this application is shown;

[0132] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A magnified view of part C of the cooking utensil shown;

[0133] Figure 7 for Figure 5 A magnified view of part D of the cooking utensil shown;

[0134] Figure 8 for Figure 5 A magnified view of part E of the cooking utensil shown;

[0135] Figure 9 A partial structural schematic diagram of an evaporator hood according to an embodiment of this application is shown;

[0136] Figure 10 An exploded view of an evaporator hood according to one embodiment of this application is shown.

[0137] in, Figures 1 to 10 The correspondence between the reference numerals and component names in the attached drawings is as follows:

[0138] 10 Cooking utensil, 100 Pot body assembly, 110 Opening end of pot body assembly, 120 First connecting part, 140 Pot body, 142 Second opening, 144 Second support member, 146 Third connecting part, 147 Mounting groove, 148 Liquid storage area, 149 Second enclosure, 150 Steamer, 152 First enclosure, 1522 Through hole, 154 First support member, 1542 Support rib, 1544 Baffle rib, 156 Inner peripheral wall of steamer, 200 Steamer drawer, 210 First opening, 220 First flange, 300 Second connecting part, 400 Loading container, 41 0 Second flange, 420 partition, 430 side plate, 440 loading trough, 450 support protrusion, 500 pot lid, 600 first chamber, 700 second chamber, 800 steam generating structure, 810 evaporation hood, 812 channel, 8122 guide section, 8124 first sub-section, 8126 second sub-section, 814 exhaust port, 816 third opening, 818 fourth opening, 819 guide port, 820 heat insulation cavity, 822 guide tube, 8222 first tube wall, 8224 second tube wall, 824 lid, 8242 surrounding edge, 830 heating element. Detailed Implementation

[0139] To better understand the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this application, the application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.

[0140] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of this application. However, this application may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0141] The following reference Figures 1 to 10 Cooking appliance 10 according to some embodiments of this application.

[0142] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 5 and Figure 7 As shown, a cooking appliance 10 according to some embodiments of this application includes a pot body assembly 100, a steamer 200, a container 400, and a pot lid 500.

[0143] The pot assembly 100 has a first connecting portion 120 and a steam generating structure 800.

[0144] The first connecting part 120 is located at the opening end 110 of the pot body assembly.

[0145] The steamer 200 is detachably mounted on the open end 110 of the pot body assembly.

[0146] A portion of the steamer 200 is located within the pot assembly 100.

[0147] The side of the steamer 200 is provided with a first opening 210.

[0148] The outer peripheral wall of the steamer 200 and the inner peripheral wall of the pot assembly 100 enclose the second connecting part 300.

[0149] The second connecting part 300 connects the steam generating structure 800 and the first connecting part 120.

[0150] The container 400 is detachably mounted on the pot body assembly 100 and is located above the steamer 200.

[0151] The pot lid 500 is a detachable cover mounted on the pot body assembly 100.

[0152] The container 400 and the pot lid 500 enclose the first chamber 600.

[0153] The container 400 and the steamer 200 enclose the second chamber 700.

[0154] The first chamber 600 is connected to the first connecting part 120.

[0155] The second chamber 700 is connected to the first connecting part 120 through the first opening 210.

[0156] The cooking utensil 10 provided in this application includes a pot body assembly 100, a steamer 200, a container 400, and a pot lid 500.

[0157] Any one of the steamer 200, the container 400, and the lid 500 is detachably mounted on the pot body assembly 100. The pot body assembly 100 has the function of supporting and fixing any one of the steamer 200, the container 400, and the lid 500, and can ensure the matching dimensions of the steamer 200, the container 400, and the lid 500.

[0158] The pot body assembly 100, the steamer 200, the container 400, and the pot lid 500 enclose the exterior surface of the cooking utensil 10.

[0159] The steamer 200 and the food carrier 400 are detachably mounted on the pot body assembly 100, with the food carrier 400 positioned above the steamer 200 along the height direction of the cooking appliance 10. The pot lid 500 is mounted on the pot body assembly 100, and the pot lid 500 and the pot body assembly 100 cooperate to cover the steamer 200 and the food carrier 400 inside.

[0160] The container 400 and the steamer 200 enclose the second chamber 700. Specifically, after the steamer 200 is placed on the open end 110 of the pot assembly, the food is placed inside the steamer 200, and then the container 400 is placed on the pot assembly 100, so that the food is sealed in the second chamber 700 by the container 400 located above the steamer 200.

[0161] The container 400 and the lid 500 enclose the first chamber 600. Specifically, the food is placed on the container 400, and then the lid 500 is placed on the pot body assembly 100 to seal the food into the first chamber 600.

[0162] The pot assembly 100 has a first connecting portion 120 located at the open end 110 of the pot assembly. The outer peripheral wall of the steamer 200 and the inner peripheral wall of the pot assembly 100 enclose a second connecting portion 300, which connects the steam generating structure 800 and the first connecting portion 120. The side of the steamer 200 has a first opening 210, through which the second chamber 700 connects to the first connecting portion 120, and the first chamber 600 also connects to the first connecting portion 120.

[0163] When the cooking appliance 10 is in operation, the steam generated by the steam generating structure 800 flows to the first connecting part 120 through the second connecting part 300. Since the first connecting part 120 connects to the first chamber 600 and also connects to the second chamber 700 through the first opening 210, the steam is divided into two paths after passing through the first connecting part 120: one path flows to the second chamber 700 through the first opening 210, and the other path flows to the first chamber 600. In other words, steam can be supplied to both the first chamber 600 and the second chamber 700 simultaneously. This ensures the evenness and consistency of temperature rise in both chambers, effectively solving the problem of large differences in temperature rise time between them. It also meets the requirements for simultaneous steam saturation and simultaneous cooking of food in both chambers, greatly improving the performance and market competitiveness of the cooking appliance 10.

[0164] At the same time, this structural design can also reduce the temperature difference between the upper and lower sides of the container 400, thereby reducing the amount of condensation dripping down from the container 400 and minimizing its impact on the taste of the food below the container 400.

[0165] In some embodiments, the pot assembly 100 may optionally include a pot body 140 and a steamer 150.

[0166] The steamer 150 has a cylindrical structure.

[0167] The steamer 150 is detachably mounted on the pot body 140.

[0168] The steamer 150 is provided with a first connecting part 120.

[0169] The pot lid 500, steamer 200, and container 400 are all detachably connected to the steamer 150.

[0170] The outer peripheral wall of the steamer 200 and the inner peripheral wall 156 of the steamer basket enclose the second connecting part 300.

[0171] In this embodiment, the structure of the pot assembly 100 is further defined.

[0172] The pot assembly 100 includes a pot body 140 and a steamer 150.

[0173] The steamer 150 has a cylindrical structure and is detachably mounted on the pot body 140. The pot lid 500 is detachably mounted on the side of the steamer 150 away from the pot body 140. The pot body 140, the steamer 150, and the pot lid 500 enclose the exterior of the cooking utensil 10.

[0174] Specifically, the steamer 200 and the container 400 are detachably mounted on the steamer 150, and the steamer 200 and the container 400 are located in the cavity enclosed by the pot body 140, the steamer 150 and the pot lid 500.

[0175] Specifically, the steamer 150 is provided with a first connecting part 120, and the outer peripheral wall of the steamer 200 and the inner peripheral wall 156 of the steamer enclose a second connecting part 300.

[0176] In other words, when the cooking appliance 10 is in operation, the steam generated by the steam generating structure 800 flows through the second connecting part 300 between the steamer 200 and the steamer basket 150 to the first connecting part 120 of the steamer basket 150. Then, one path of steam flows through the first opening 210 to the second chamber 700, and another path of steam flows to the first chamber 600. That is to say, the steamer basket 150 has the function of simultaneously guiding steam to the first chamber 600 and the second chamber 700.

[0177] In some embodiments, the number of steamers 150, steam drawers 200, and containers 400 may be multiple.

[0178] Each steamer 150 is paired with a steamer tray 200 and a container 400.

[0179] Along the direction from the pot body assembly 100 to the pot lid 500, multiple steamers 150 can be detached and connected in sequence.

[0180] In this embodiment, the number and arrangement of the steamer 150, the steamer tray 200, and the container 400 are further defined.

[0181] There are multiple steamers 150, multiple steaming trays 200, and multiple containers 400. That is, there are multiple steamers 150, multiple steaming trays 200, and multiple containers 400. Each steamer 150 is paired with one steaming tray 200 and one container 400.

[0182] This design allows the cooking appliance 10 to form multiple chambers, which can meet the needs of cooking a large amount of food or cooking a variety of food.

[0183] It is understandable that when there are two steamers 150, two steam drawers 200, and two containers 400, there is one first chamber 600 and two second chambers 700.

[0184] It is understandable that when there are three steamers 150, three steam drawers 200, and three containers 400, there is one first chamber 600 and three second chambers 700.

[0185] In other words, the cooking appliance 10 can be disassembled and assembled according to usage needs to meet diverse user requirements.

[0186] In some embodiments, optionally, there are multiple first connecting portions 120, which are spaced apart and surround the periphery of the steamer 200. Alternatively, the first connecting portions 120 are arranged around the periphery of the steamer 200.

[0187] The second connecting part 300 is arranged around the steamer 200.

[0188] The number of first openings 210 is multiple.

[0189] Multiple first openings 210 are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the steamer 150.

[0190] The first opening 210 is positioned opposite to the first connecting portion 120.

[0191] In this embodiment, the cooperative structure of the steamer 150 and the steam drawer 200 is further defined.

[0192] The steamer 150 is provided with a plurality of first connecting portions 120, which are spaced apart and surround the periphery of the steamer 200. Alternatively, the first connecting portions 120 are arranged around the periphery of the steamer 200, that is, the first connecting portions 120 are annular connecting portions.

[0193] The second connecting portion 300 between the steamer 150 and the steaming tray 200 is arranged around the steaming tray 200, that is, the second connecting portion 300 is an annular gap.

[0194] The steamer 200 is provided with a plurality of first openings 210, which are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the steamer 150, and the first openings 210 are arranged opposite to the first connecting part 120.

[0195] When the cooking appliance 10 is in operation, the steam generated by the steam generating structure 800 flows simultaneously to the multiple first connecting parts 120 of the steamer 150 via the second connecting part 300 between the steamer 200 and the steamer basket 150.

[0196] Subsequently, a portion of the steam flows into the second chamber 700 simultaneously through multiple first openings 210. The steam entering the second chamber 700 circulates within it under the influence of the carrying member 400, cooking the food within. The placement of the multiple first openings 210, combined with the structure of the carrying member 400 and the steamer 200, defines the flow path of the steam within the second chamber 700. This ensures that food at different locations within the second chamber 700 can effectively contact the steam, guaranteeing even and consistent cooking and improving the texture and flavor of the food. Simultaneously, the positional relationship between the first openings 210 and the first connecting portion 120 is defined, with the first openings 210 and the first connecting portion 120 positioned opposite each other. This prevents direct contact between the steam and the bottom of the food, reducing condensation on the food surface during cooking and significantly improving the taste and overall cooking effect.

[0197] At the same time, a portion of the steam rises around the container 400 via multiple first connecting parts 120 and circulates within the first chamber 600 to fully heat the food inside the first chamber 600. This ensures the effectiveness and reliability of heating the food while preventing direct contact between the steam and the bottom of the food, thereby reducing condensation on the surface of the food during cooking and greatly improving the taste and cooking effect.

[0198] In some embodiments, optionally, such as Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 5 and Figure 8 As shown, the steamer 150 is provided with a first enclosure 152 and a plurality of first support members 154.

[0199] The first enclosure 152 is connected to the inner peripheral wall 156 of the steamer.

[0200] The first enclosure 152 is located on the side of the steamer 150 away from the pot body 140.

[0201] Along the circumference of the steamer 150, a plurality of first support members 154 are arranged at intervals on the side of the first enclosure 152 away from the pot body 140.

[0202] Both the steamer 200 and the container 400 are supported by multiple first support members 154.

[0203] The end of the pot lid 500 is located between the inner peripheral wall 156 of the steamer and a plurality of first support members 154.

[0204] When there are multiple first connecting portions 120, the first enclosure plate 152 is provided with multiple through holes 1522, and any two adjacent first support members 154 and the first enclosure plate 152 enclose a first connecting portion 120.

[0205] The first connecting portion 120 is connected to the second connecting portion 300 through at least one through hole 1522.

[0206] In this embodiment, the structure of the steamer 150 is further defined.

[0207] The steamer 150 is provided with a first surrounding plate 152 and a plurality of first support members 154. The first surrounding plate 152 is connected to the inner peripheral wall 156 of the steamer and is located on the side of the steamer 150 away from the pot body 140. The plurality of support members are connected to the same side of the first surrounding plate 152. Specifically, the plurality of first support members 154 are connected to the side of the first surrounding plate 152 away from the pot body 140, and the plurality of first support members 154 are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the steamer 150. At the same time, this structural arrangement can also provide clearance space to facilitate steam entering the steam drawer 200 through the first opening 210.

[0208] In this configuration, any two adjacent first support members 154 and first enclosure plates 152 enclose a first connecting portion 120. When there are multiple first connecting portions 120, the first enclosure plate 152 is provided with multiple through holes 1522, and each first connecting portion 120 connects to a second connecting portion 300 through at least one through hole 1522. That is, each first connecting portion 120 mates with at least one through hole 1522, ensuring that steam can flow to the multiple first connecting portions 120 via the second connecting portion 300 and the multiple through holes 1522.

[0209] It is understandable that both the steamer 200 and the container 400 are supported by multiple first support members 154. That is, the multiple first support members 154 not only support and fix the steamer 200 and the container 400, but also enclose multiple first connecting portions 120. In other words, the structure of multiple first support members 154 is reused, enriching their functionality. While ensuring the steam flow path, the structure of the steamer 150 is simplified, offering advantages such as convenient processing and low production cost.

[0210] It is understandable that multiple through holes 1522 are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the steamer 150.

[0211] Furthermore, the end of the pot lid 500 is located between the inner peripheral wall 156 of the steamer and the multiple first support members 154. That is, the inner peripheral wall 156 of the steamer and the multiple first support members 154 cooperate to limit the pot lid 500, so as to ensure the matching size between the pot lid 500 and the steamer 150 and prevent the pot lid 500 from shifting relative to the steamer 150. At the same time, this structure can ensure the matching size between the pot lid 500 and the multiple through holes 1522, prevent the pot lid 500 from obstructing the steam flow, and provide structural support to ensure effective steam flow.

[0212] In some embodiments, optionally, such as Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 5 and Figure 8 As shown, the first support member 154 includes a support rib 1542 and a retaining rib 1544.

[0213] The supporting rib 1542 is connected to the first enclosure plate 152.

[0214] The baffle 1544 is located on the side of the support rib 1542 away from the pot body 140.

[0215] The steamer 200 has a first flange 220.

[0216] The first flange 220 is erected on the support rib 1542, and the outer edge of the first flange 220 is positioned opposite to the retaining rib 1544.

[0217] The load 400 has a second flange 410, which is mounted on the retaining rib 1544.

[0218] In this embodiment, the structure of the first support member 154 is further defined.

[0219] Any of the plurality of first support members 154 includes a support rib 1542 and a retaining rib 1544.

[0220] The support rib 1542 is connected to the first enclosure plate 152, and the baffle rib 1544 is located on the side of the support rib 1542 away from the pot body 140.

[0221] The steamer 200 has a first flange 220, which is mounted on the support rib 1542, and the outer edge of the first flange 220 is opposite to the baffle rib 1544. The baffle rib 1544 has the function of limiting the steamer 200, which can limit the matching size of the steamer 200 and the steamer basket 150 and prevent the steamer 200 from shifting.

[0222] The carrier 400 has a second flange 410, which is mounted on the baffle 1544. The baffle 1544 supports and fixes the carrier 400. This satisfies the requirement that the carrier 400 is located above the steamer 200, and ensures the effectiveness and reliability of forming the second chamber 700.

[0223] In other words, by defining the cooperative structure of the support rib 1542 and the baffle rib 1544, the first support member 154 has the function of supporting and fixing the steamer 200, as well as supporting and fixing the load 400, and also has the function of defining the cooperative dimensions of the steamer 200 and the load 400, so as to avoid interference between the load 400 and the steamer 200.

[0224] Optionally, the first opening 210 is closer to the first flange 220 than the bottom of the steamer 200.

[0225] In some embodiments, optionally, such as Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the loading component 400 includes a partition 420, a side plate 430, and a second flange 410.

[0226] The side plate 430 is connected between the partition plate 420 and the second flange 410.

[0227] The partition 420 and the side plate 430 enclose the cargo compartment 440.

[0228] The side plate 430 is positioned opposite to the retaining rib 1544.

[0229] In this embodiment, the structure of the carrier 400 is further defined.

[0230] The container 400 includes a partition 420, a side panel 430, and a second flange 410. The side panel 430 is connected to the outer edge of the partition 420. The partition 420 and the side panel 430 enclose a container slot 440. That is, the partition 420 and the side panel 430 form a concave structure, which can place at least a portion of the food in the container slot 440.

[0231] The side plate 430 of the carrier 400 is arranged opposite to a plurality of baffles 1544. The plurality of baffles 1544 and the side plate 430 cooperate to limit the displacement of the carrier 400 relative to the steamer 150, which can ensure the fit size between the carrier 400 and the steamer 150 and will not obstruct the flow of steam, so that the steam can flow around the carrier 400.

[0232] In some embodiments, optionally, such as Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the partition 420 has multiple support protrusions 450 on the side opposite to the steamer 200.

[0233] Multiple support protrusions 450 are arranged at intervals along the diagonal direction of the partition 420.

[0234] In this embodiment, the structure of the partition 420 is further defined.

[0235] The partition 420 is provided with multiple support protrusions 450. Specifically, the partition 420 has multiple support protrusions 450 on the side opposite to the steamer 200. In this way, when the food is stacked into the storage compartment 440, the support protrusions 450 can be used to form a flow channel between the food and the inner wall of the storage compartment 440, which helps to enhance the contact between the food and the steam, so that the food is heated evenly from top to bottom, thereby improving the cooked taste of the food.

[0236] Multiple support protrusions 450 are arranged at intervals along the diagonal direction of the partition 420. The flow resistance of steam is lower at the edges of the partition 420 and higher at the center. Therefore, most of the steam flows to the edges of the partition 420, resulting in insufficient heating of the food in the center of the partition 420, while the food at the edges is overheated, easily leading to the problem of the food in the center of the partition 420 being undercooked.

[0237] This application rationally sets up a structure with multiple support protrusions 450, which increases the flow resistance of steam at the edge of the partition 420. The steam can flow along the gap between two adjacent support protrusions 450, which is conducive to the uniform distribution of steam in the loading tank 440. This makes the food in each position in the loading tank 440 heat evenly, which is beneficial to improving the cooking effect of the food.

[0238] Specifically, the plurality of support protrusions 450 include a first support protrusion and a second support protrusion. The first support protrusion is a strip-shaped protrusion, and the second support protrusion has at least one break. It can be understood that the break forms a flow channel, allowing steam to flow at the break.

[0239] In some embodiments, optionally, such as Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, a plurality of second support members 144 are provided at intervals at the second opening 142 of the pot body 140.

[0240] The steamer 150 is arranged around multiple second support members 144.

[0241] Any two adjacent second support members 144 enclose a third connecting part 146.

[0242] The steamer 200 is supported by multiple second support members 144.

[0243] The second connecting section 300 is connected to the steam generating structure 800 through multiple third connecting sections 146.

[0244] In this embodiment, the structure of the pot body 140 is further defined.

[0245] A plurality of second support members 144 are spaced apart at the second opening 142 of the pot body 140. Any two adjacent second support members 144 enclose a third connecting portion 146. The second connecting portion 300 is connected to the steam generating structure 800 through the plurality of third connecting portions 146. That is, the plurality of third connecting portions 146 have the function of connecting the second connecting portion 300 and the steam generating structure 800.

[0246] In other words, steam flows through multiple third connecting portions 146 to an annular second connecting portion 300, and then simultaneously flows to multiple first connecting portions 120. This configuration allows steam to rise and circulate around the load 400 to provide structural support, and also allows steam to simultaneously flow into the second chamber 700 through multiple first openings 210 and circulate within the second chamber 700 to provide structural support.

[0247] Furthermore, the steamer 200 rests against multiple second support members 144. That is, the multiple second support members 144 not only support and fix the steamer 200, but also enclose multiple third connecting portions 146. In other words, the structure of multiple second support members 144 is reused, enriching their functionality. While ensuring the steam flow path, the structure of the pot body 140 is simplified, offering advantages such as convenient processing and low production costs.

[0248] In some embodiments, optionally, such as Figure 2 , Figure 5 , Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, the pot body 140 is provided with an installation groove 147, and the steam generating structure 800 includes an evaporation hood 810 and a heating element 830.

[0249] The evaporator 810 is detachably installed in the mounting slot 147.

[0250] The heating element 830 is located on the pot body 140.

[0251] The evaporator 810 has a channel 812 inside.

[0252] An exhaust port 814 is provided on the side of the evaporator 810.

[0253] A third opening 816 is provided on one end of the evaporation hood 810.

[0254] The third opening 816 is positioned opposite to the bottom wall of the mounting groove 147.

[0255] The mounting slot 147 has a liquid storage area 148.

[0256] The third opening 816, the vent 814, and the liquid storage area 148 are all connected to the channel 812.

[0257] The exhaust port 814 is also connected to the second connecting part 300.

[0258] The heating element 830 is used at least to supply heat to the channel 812.

[0259] Channel 812 includes guide section 8122.

[0260] The guide section 8122 is located between the third opening 816 and the exhaust port 814.

[0261] The cross-sectional area of ​​the flow guide section 8122 facing the third opening 816 is smaller than the cross-sectional area of ​​the flow guide section 8122 facing the exhaust port 814.

[0262] In this embodiment, the mating structure of the pot body 140 and the steam generating structure 800 is further defined.

[0263] The evaporator hood 810 is detachably mounted in the mounting slot 147. That is, the pot body 140 serves to mount and fix the evaporator hood 810.

[0264] The evaporator 810 has a channel 812 inside, an exhaust port 814 on its side, and a third opening 816 at one end of its side. The third opening 816 is positioned opposite to the bottom wall of the mounting groove 147. The medium is collected in the channel 812. Since the space inside the channel 812 is fixed, and under the action of pressure difference, the medium will only fill a portion of the channel 812, thus limiting the amount of medium in the channel 812. This minimizes the influence of the amount and temperature of the medium in the outer region of the evaporator 810 on the amount of medium to be heated. In this way, when the cooking appliance 10 is working, the heating element 830 supplies heat to the channel 812 at least. Most of the heat is absorbed by the medium inside the channel 812, while the medium outside the evaporator 810 can only absorb a small amount of heat due to the function of the evaporator 810. Therefore, by heating the medium inside the channel 812, the time for the medium to go from room temperature to boiling and generate relatively stable steam can be greatly shortened, while the temperature rise of the medium outside the evaporator 810 is very small. In this way, the purpose of quickly generating high-temperature steam can be achieved, avoiding energy loss.

[0265] Furthermore, the high-temperature steam generated in the channel 812 will be discharged from the evaporator 810 through the exhaust port 814 and directed to the second connecting part 300, which can shorten the time for the first chamber 600 and the second chamber 700 of the cooking appliance 10 to reach the saturated steam state, thereby improving the efficiency of the cooking appliance 10 in cooking food.

[0266] Furthermore, the installation tank 147 has a liquid storage area 148. The third opening 816, the exhaust port 814, and the liquid storage area 148 are all connected to the channel 812. Therefore, when the amount of medium in the channel 812 decreases, the medium can be replenished from the liquid storage area 148 into the channel 812, providing structural support for continuous steam output.

[0267] The evaporator 810 of this application is used to provide surrounding steam for the cooking appliance 10, thus defining the location of the exhaust port 814 and defining the structure of the channel 812.

[0268] The exhaust port 814 is located on the side of the evaporator 810, that is, the steam outlet of the evaporator 810 is side steam outlet.

[0269] The channel 812 includes a guide section 8122 located between the third opening 816 and the exhaust port 814. The cross-sectional area of ​​the guide section 8122 facing the third opening 816 is smaller than the cross-sectional area of ​​the guide section 8122 facing the exhaust port 814 (exemplarily, the cross-sectional area of ​​the guide section 8122 gradually increases along the direction from the third opening 816 to the exhaust port 814). That is, the guide section 8122 has a flared structure, and its shape defines the steam flow path, converging and guiding the steam, allowing it to be directed and quickly guided to the exhaust port 814 on the side of the evaporator 810.

[0270] In other words, the location of the exhaust port 814 and the shape of the channel 812 are adapted to guide the flow path of steam. This allows the steam flowing out through the exhaust port 814 to flow towards the side of the pot body 140 and then flow around to multiple first connecting parts 120 via the second connecting part 300 on the side of the steamer 200. This satisfies the need for steam to flow around and avoids direct contact between the steam and the bottom of the food. This reduces the amount of condensation formed on the surface of the food during cooking and greatly improves the taste and cooking effect of the food.

[0271] Understandably, the exhaust port 814 serves to allow steam to flow out of the evaporator 810. Steam can only flow out of the evaporator 810 through the exhaust port 814 located on the side of the evaporator 810. Steam cannot flow out of the evaporator 810 through the end of the evaporator 810 opposite to the third opening 816, that is, steam cannot flow out of the evaporator 810 through the top. This arrangement can meet the usage requirements for surrounding steam.

[0272] In some embodiments, the guide section 8122 may extend from the third opening 816 to the exhaust port 814.

[0273] In this embodiment, the positional relationship between the guide section 8122, the third opening 816, and the exhaust port 814 is further defined.

[0274] Specifically, the guide section 8122 extends from the third opening 816 to the exhaust port 814. That is, the first end of the guide section 8122 is connected to the third opening 816, and the second end of the guide section 8122 is connected to the exhaust port 814.

[0275] Part of the guide section 8122 stores the medium, and another part of the guide section 8122 guides the steam, so that the steam can flow orderly to the exhaust port 814 along the guide section 8122, whose cross-sectional area gradually increases.

[0276] Specifically, a cross-section is drawn along the extension direction perpendicular to the channel 812. In the cross-section, the area enclosed by the inner contour line of the channel 812 is the flow cross-sectional area of ​​the channel 812.

[0277] Specifically, the guide section 8122 is cross-sectioned along the extension direction perpendicular to the guide section 8122. In the cross-section, the area enclosed by the inner contour line of the guide section 8122 is the flow cross-sectional area of ​​the guide section 8122.

[0278] Specifically, the medium includes liquids, or a combination of liquids and gases. When the medium is a liquid, it can be water.

[0279] In some embodiments, optionally, such as Figure 9 As shown, the guide section 8122 includes a first sub-segment 8124 and a second sub-segment 8126.

[0280] Along the direction from the third opening 816 to the exhaust port 814, the first sub-segment 8124 and the second sub-segment 8126 are connected, and the change in the cross-sectional area of ​​the first sub-segment 8124 is less than the change in the cross-sectional area of ​​the second sub-segment 8126.

[0281] In this embodiment, the structure of the guide section 8122 is further defined.

[0282] Along the direction from the third opening 816 to the exhaust port 814, the guide section 8122 includes a first sub-section 8124 and a second sub-section 8126, with the first sub-section 8124 connected to the second sub-section 8126.

[0283] The shape of the first segment 8124 is different from that of the second segment 8126. Specifically, the change in the cross-sectional area of ​​the first segment 8124 is less than the change in the cross-sectional area of ​​the second segment 8126. Here, the change in cross-sectional area along the third opening 816 to the exhaust port 814 refers to the difference between the cross-sectional area of ​​the flow surface at the termination position and the cross-sectional area of ​​the flow surface at the initial position per unit length.

[0284] It is understood that the first segment 8124 is located between the third opening 816 and the second segment 8126. The function of the first segment 8124 includes at least storing the medium, and the function of the second segment 8126 includes at least guiding steam to the exhaust port 814.

[0285] This ensures that the change in the cross-sectional area of ​​the first segment 8124 is small, thus limiting the amount of medium to be heated and guaranteeing the requirement for rapid steam output. If the change in the cross-sectional area of ​​the first segment 8124 is greater than the change in the cross-sectional area of ​​the second segment 8126, the amount of medium heated per unit time will be larger, which will prolong the steam output time and fail to meet the requirement for rapid steam output.

[0286] This results in a large change in the cross-sectional area of ​​the second sub-section 8126, which allows the generated steam to flow rapidly over a wide area to the exhaust port 814. Furthermore, it allows the steam flowing out of the evaporator 810 through the exhaust port 814 to flow rapidly in all directions along a direction with a small angle to the horizontal, thus providing structural support for the surrounding steam.

[0287] In other words, this setup takes into account both the need for rapid steam output and the need for supplying surrounding steam.

[0288] In some embodiments, optionally, such as Figure 9 As shown, the end of the evaporation hood 810 with the third opening 816 also has a fourth opening 818.

[0289] The fourth opening 818 is located around the third opening 816.

[0290] The fourth opening 818 connects to the liquid storage area 148.

[0291] The evaporator 810 is also provided with a heat insulation cavity 820, which is connected to the fourth opening 818.

[0292] In this embodiment, the structure of the evaporation hood 810 is further defined.

[0293] The end of the evaporator 810 with the third opening 816 is also provided with a fourth opening 818. That is, the end of one side of the evaporator 810 is also provided with a fourth opening 818, and the third opening 816 and the fourth opening 818 are located on the same side of the evaporator 810.

[0294] The evaporation hood 810 is also provided with a heat insulation cavity 820, which is connected to the fourth opening 818, and the fourth opening 818 is connected to the liquid storage area 148.

[0295] The medium can flow to the insulation chamber 820 through the fourth opening 818. When the cooking appliance 10 is working, under the action of the insulation chamber 820, the amount of heat dissipated from the channel 812 to the outside of the evaporation hood 810 is relatively small, so most of the heat is absorbed by the medium in the channel 812. Therefore, by heating the medium in the channel 812, the time it takes for the medium to go from room temperature to boiling and generate relatively stable steam can be greatly shortened. In this way, the purpose of quickly generating high-temperature steam can be achieved, reducing heat loss.

[0296] Meanwhile, since the medium can flow to the insulation chamber 820 through the fourth opening 818, while the insulation chamber 820 blocks heat from dissipating to the outside of the evaporation hood 810, a small portion of the heat will be absorbed by the medium inside the insulation chamber 820, thus increasing the temperature of the medium inside the insulation chamber 820. Because the fourth opening 818 is located around the third opening 816, when the amount of medium in the channel 812 decreases, the medium in the insulation chamber 820 can flow to the third opening 816 through the fourth opening 818, and then to the channel 812 through the third opening 816. In other words, the temperature of the medium flowing into the channel 812 is higher. This further shortens the time for the medium in the channel 812 to boil and generate relatively stable steam, meeting the requirements for rapidly generating high-temperature steam.

[0297] Optionally, a fourth opening 818 is provided surrounding a third opening 816, and / or an insulation cavity 820 is provided surrounding a channel 812.

[0298] In some embodiments, optionally, such as Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, the evaporation hood 810 includes a guide tube 822 and a cover 824.

[0299] The guide tube 822 includes a first tube wall 8222 and a second tube wall 8224.

[0300] The end of the first cylindrical wall 8222 encloses the third opening 816.

[0301] The second cylindrical wall 8224 is connected to the periphery of the first cylindrical wall 8222.

[0302] The first cylindrical wall 8222 and the second cylindrical wall 8224 enclose the heat insulation cavity 820 and the fourth opening 818.

[0303] At least one of the first cylindrical wall 8222 and the second cylindrical wall 8224 is provided with an exhaust port 814 and a guide port 819.

[0304] Channel 812 is connected to the liquid storage area 148 through the guide port 819.

[0305] The cover 824 is connected to the side of the guide tube 822 away from the third opening 816, and the cover 824 and the guide tube 822 enclose the channel 812.

[0306] In this embodiment, the structure of the evaporation hood 810 is further defined.

[0307] The evaporation hood 810 includes a flow guide tube 822 and a cover 824. The cover is connected to the side of the flow guide tube 822 opposite to the third opening 816.

[0308] Furthermore, the guide tube 822 includes a first tube wall 8222, the end of which encloses a third opening 816, and the cover 824 and the first tube wall 8222 enclose a channel 812. It can be understood that a portion of the first tube wall 8222 is a flared wall, which encloses the guide section 8122.

[0309] Furthermore, the guide tube 822 also includes a second tube wall 8224, which is connected to the periphery of the first tube wall 8222. The first tube wall 8222 and the second tube wall 8224 enclose a heat insulation cavity 820 and a fourth opening 818. The second tube wall 8224 is provided with an exhaust port 814 and a guide port 819.

[0310] In other words, the guide tube 822 and the cover 824 cooperate to ensure the positional relationship of the third opening 816, the exhaust port 814, the fourth opening 818, the channel 812 and the heat insulation cavity 820, and to meet the usage requirements that the channel 812, including the guide section 8122, gradually increases in cross-sectional area along the third opening 816 to the exhaust port 814.

[0311] Optionally, a portion of the end of the first cylinder wall 8222 is recessed to form a guide port 819, which connects to the channel 812. The guide port 819 is connected to the channel 812 and the liquid storage area 148. The medium in the liquid storage area 148 can flow into the channel 812 via the guide port 819 to replenish the medium in the channel 812 and ensure the amount of medium in the channel 812.

[0312] Furthermore, the first cylindrical wall 8222 and the second cylindrical wall 8224 enclose an insulation cavity 820, through which the medium can flow to the insulation cavity 820 via the gap between the second cylindrical wall 8224 and the bottom wall of the mounting groove 147. When the cooking appliance 10 is in operation, under the action of the insulation cavity 820, the amount of heat dissipated from the channel 812 to the outside of the evaporator 810 is relatively small, thus causing most of the heat to be absorbed by the medium in the channel 812. Therefore, by heating the medium in the channel 812, the time for the medium to go from room temperature to boiling and generate relatively stable steam can be significantly shortened. In this way, the purpose of rapidly generating high-temperature steam can be achieved, reducing heat loss.

[0313] In some embodiments, optionally, a portion of the first cylindrical wall 8222 is bent to form a flared structure, the flared structure being closer to the exhaust port 814 than the third opening 816, and the first cylindrical wall 8222 and the cover 824 enclosing the channel 812.

[0314] In this embodiment, the mating structure of the first cylindrical wall 8222 and the cover 824 is further defined.

[0315] A portion of the first cylindrical wall 8222 is bent to form a flared structure, which is closer to the exhaust port 814 than the third opening 816. The first cylindrical wall 8222 and the cover 824 enclose the channel 812. This arrangement allows the flow cross-sectional area of ​​the guide section 8122 facing the third opening 816 to be smaller than the flow cross-sectional area of ​​the guide section 8122 facing the exhaust port 814.

[0316] In some embodiments, the cover 824 may optionally have a perimeter 8242, which is detachably connected to the guide tube 822; wherein, the first tube wall 8222 abuts against the bottom wall of the mounting groove 147, and the second tube wall 8224 is spaced apart from the bottom wall of the mounting groove 147.

[0317] In this embodiment, the cover 824 has a perimeter 8242 for connecting to the guide tube 822.

[0318] The edging 8242 and the guide tube 822 are detachably connected on the side opposite to the third opening 816, meaning the cover 824 and the guide tube 822 are detachably connected. This design allows for the assembly and disassembly of the cover 824 and the guide tube 822, as well as the determination of the installation position of the cover 824 relative to the guide tube 822, depending on the actual situation. This adaptability makes the product suitable for different models of evaporator hoods 810, enhancing its versatility and performance. This design is easy to manufacture and highly operable. Furthermore, it facilitates the cleaning and maintenance of the evaporator hood 810, providing structural support for ensuring the hygiene and cleanliness of the cooking appliance 10.

[0319] Furthermore, the second cylindrical wall 8224 of the evaporator 810 is spaced apart from the bottom wall of the mounting groove 147. The medium can enter between the first cylindrical wall 8222 and the second cylindrical wall 8224 of the evaporator 810 through the gap between the second cylindrical wall 8224 and the bottom wall of the mounting groove 147 of the pot body 140, and then flow into the channel 812 through the guide port 819 on the first cylindrical wall 8222. This configuration provides structural support to ensure the amount of medium in the channel 812 and to provide structural support for continuous steam output.

[0320] Meanwhile, since the medium can flow to the insulation chamber 820 through the gap between the second cylindrical wall 8224 and the bottom wall of the mounting groove 147, while the insulation chamber 820 blocks heat from dissipating to the outside of the evaporation hood 810, a small portion of the heat will be absorbed by the medium inside the insulation chamber 820, thus increasing the temperature of the medium inside the insulation chamber 820. Because the second cylindrical wall 8224 of the evaporation hood 810 and the bottom wall of the mounting groove 147 are arranged at intervals, when the amount of medium in the channel 812 decreases, the medium in the insulation chamber 820 can flow to the guide port 819 and then to the channel 812. In other words, the temperature of the medium flowing into the channel 812 is higher. This further shortens the time for the medium in the channel 812 to boil and generate relatively stable steam, meeting the requirements for rapidly generating high-temperature steam.

[0321] In some embodiments, optionally, such as Figure 2 and Figure 5 As shown, a second enclosure plate 149 is provided on the bottom wall of the mounting groove 147.

[0322] The outer periphery of the second enclosure 149 and the bottom wall of the mounting groove 147 enclose the liquid storage area 148.

[0323] The second enclosure 149 is located between the first cylindrical wall 8222 and the second cylindrical wall 8224, and the second enclosure 149 abuts against the outer peripheral wall of the first cylindrical wall 8222.

[0324] In this embodiment, the mating structure of the pot body 140 and the evaporation hood 810 is further defined.

[0325] The bottom wall of the mounting groove 147 is provided with a second enclosure plate 149, and the outer peripheral wall of the second enclosure plate 149 and the bottom wall of the mounting groove 147 enclose a liquid storage area 148.

[0326] After the evaporator hood 810 is placed inside the pot body 140, the second enclosure plate 149 is located between the first cylindrical wall 8222 and the second cylindrical wall 8224, and the second enclosure plate 149 abuts against the outer peripheral wall of the first cylindrical wall 8222. The second enclosure plate 149 has the function of limiting the first cylindrical wall 8222 and limiting the evaporator hood 810, so as to ensure the matching dimensions of the evaporator hood 810 and the pot body 140, prevent the evaporator hood 810 from shifting relative to the pot body 140, and provide structural support for ensuring the effective heating channel 812 of the heating element 830.

[0327] Furthermore, the guide port 819 of the evaporation hood 810 is connected to the liquid storage area 148. When the evaporation hood 810 is placed inside the pot body 140, a portion of the medium in the liquid storage area 148 is covered between the first cylinder wall 8222 and the second cylinder wall 8224. The medium located between the first cylinder wall 8222 and the second cylinder wall 8224 will flow to the channel 812 through the guide port 819 to ensure the amount of medium in the channel 812 and provide structural support for continuous steam output.

[0328] When the amount of medium in channel 812 decreases, the medium between the first cylinder wall 8222 and the second cylinder wall 8224 will flow into channel 812 through guide port 819. At the same time, when the amount of medium between the first cylinder wall 8222 and the second cylinder wall 8224 decreases, the medium in the liquid storage area 148 located outside the evaporation hood 810 will flow into the space between the first cylinder wall 8222 and the second cylinder wall 8224 through the gap between the second cylinder wall 8224 and the bottom wall of the mounting groove 147 to ensure the heat insulation effect.

[0329] In some embodiments, optionally, there are multiple exhaust ports 814, and the multiple exhaust ports 814 are arranged at circumferential intervals along the first cylinder wall 8222.

[0330] In this embodiment, the structure of the second cylindrical wall 8224 is further defined.

[0331] There are multiple exhaust ports 814, which are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the first cylinder wall 8222.

[0332] This configuration allows steam to be directed out of the evaporator 810 simultaneously from multiple directions and angles. The number of exhaust ports 814, the location of the multiple exhaust ports 814, and the shape of the channel 812 are adapted to guide the flow path of the steam, so that the steam flowing out through the exhaust ports 814 will flow towards the side of the cooking appliance 10 to meet the usage requirements of surrounding steam.

[0333] In this application, by placing the steamer 150 and the steam drawer 200 and designing the surrounding air hole structure, the problem of large temperature rise time difference between the upper and lower steaming chambers (e.g., the first chamber 600 and the second chamber 700) can be effectively reduced, thereby achieving the goal of simultaneous steam saturation in the upper and lower steaming chambers and simultaneous cooking of food, which greatly improves the user experience.

[0334] Optionally, the cooking appliance 10 includes an electric steamer 150.

[0335] The cooking utensil 10 includes a pot body 140, at least one steamer 150, at least one steaming tray 200, at least one container 400 (e.g., a steaming plate), and a pot lid 500.

[0336] Both the steaming rack and the steaming tray 200 feature a circular steam venting structure with no bottom perforations. Steam enters the second chamber 700 through the first circular opening 210 around the steaming tray 200, and enters the first chamber 600 through multiple circular through-holes 1522 in the steamer 150. This creates circular steam, preventing direct contact between the steam and the bottom of the food. This design effectively reduces the large temperature difference between the upper and lower steaming chambers, achieving simultaneous steam saturation in both chambers and ensuring that the food cooks at the same time.

[0337] Optionally, the pot body 140 includes a heating element 830, a power supply, a control module, a display module, and a water tank, etc., which will not be listed here.

[0338] Optionally, the evaporator 810 and the heating element 830 (e.g., a hot plate) of the pot body 140 form a rapid steam outlet module to achieve the purpose of surrounding steam outlet.

[0339] Optionally, the steamer 150 serves to support the steamer 200, the steaming rack, and the pot lid 500. The container 400 and the pot lid 500 enclose a first chamber 600, and the container 400 and the steamer 200 enclose a second chamber 700.

[0340] Optionally, the steamer 200 is placed inside the steamer 150, and the steamer 200 forms part of the cavity wall of the second chamber 700. The steamer 200 has a first opening 210 around its perimeter, and the first opening 210 is close to the opening end of the steamer 200. The outer peripheral wall of the steamer 200 and the inner peripheral wall 156 of the steamer enclose a steam channel 812 (that is, the second connecting part 300).

[0341] Optionally, the steaming plate is a non-perforated steaming plate, which is placed above the steamer 150, and the steaming plate and the pot lid 500 enclose the first chamber 600.

[0342] In this application, the steamer 200 and steaming plates are placed below and above the steamer 150, respectively. A first support member 154 is designed around the steamer 150 to support the steamer 200 and steaming plates. The steamer 150 has annular steam vents (i.e., multiple through holes 1522). A ring of vents (i.e., multiple first openings 210) is designed around the top of the steamer 200. The side walls of the steamer 200 and the side walls of the steamer 150 form a steam channel 812 (i.e., a second connecting portion 300). Steam rising from the bottom passes through the same steam channel 812, supplying steam to both the first and second cavities simultaneously, thereby achieving synchronous steam supply to the upper and lower cavities and reducing the problem of large temperature rise time differences between the upper and lower cavities.

[0343] in, Figure 2 The arrows in the diagram indicate the direction of steam flow.

[0344] In this application, the term "multiple" refers to two or more unless otherwise expressly defined. The terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; "linking" can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0345] In the description of this specification, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "specific embodiment," etc., refer to a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example, which is included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. 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. The above descriptions are merely preferred embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A cooking utensil, characterized in that, include: A pot body assembly having a first connecting portion and a steam generating structure, wherein the first connecting portion is located at the open end of the pot body assembly; A steamer is detachably mounted on the open end of the pot body assembly. A portion of the steamer is located inside the pot body assembly. The side of the steamer has a first opening. The outer peripheral wall of the steamer and the inner peripheral wall of the pot body assembly enclose a second connecting portion. The second connecting portion connects the steam generating structure and the first connecting portion. A container is detachably mounted on the pot body assembly, and the container is located above the steamer. A pot lid is detachably mounted on the pot body assembly. The container and the pot lid enclose a first chamber, and the container and the steamer enclose a second chamber. The first chamber is connected to the first connecting portion, and the second chamber is connected to the first connecting portion through the first opening.

2. The cooking utensil according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pot body assembly includes: Pot body; A steamer, which has a cylindrical structure, is detachably mounted on the pot body. The steamer has a first connecting part. The pot lid, the steaming tray, and the carrying container are all detachably connected to the steamer. The outer peripheral wall of the steaming tray and the inner peripheral wall of the steamer enclose the second connecting part.

3. The cooking utensil according to claim 2, characterized in that, The number of steamers, steaming trays and carrying containers are all multiple, and each steamer is matched with one steaming tray and one carrying container. Along the direction from the pot body assembly to the pot lid, a plurality of steamers can be detached and connected in sequence.

4. The cooking utensil according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The number of the first connecting parts is multiple, and the multiple first connecting parts are spaced apart around the periphery of the steamer; or the first connecting parts are arranged around the periphery of the steamer. The second connecting portion is arranged around the steamer; The number of the first openings is multiple, and the multiple first openings are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the steamer, with the first openings being positioned opposite to the first connecting portion.

5. The cooking utensil according to claim 4, characterized in that, The steamer is provided with a first enclosure and a plurality of first support members. The first enclosure is connected to the inner peripheral wall of the steamer and is located on the side of the steamer away from the pot body. Along the circumference of the steamer, a plurality of first support members are spaced apart on the side of the first enclosure away from the pot body. The steamer tray and the container are both supported by the plurality of first support members. The end of the pot lid is located between the inner circumferential wall of the steamer and the plurality of first support members.

6. The cooking utensil according to claim 5, characterized in that, When there are multiple first connecting parts, the first enclosure is provided with multiple through holes, and any two adjacent first support members and the first enclosure form a first connecting part, and the first connecting part is connected to the second connecting part through at least one of the through holes.

7. The cooking utensil according to claim 5, characterized in that, The first support member includes: Supporting ribs are connected to the first enclosure panel; A baffle rib is provided on the side of the supporting rib away from the pot body; The steamer has a first flange, which is mounted on the supporting rib, and the outer edge of the first flange is positioned opposite to the baffle rib. The load-bearing component has a second flange, which is mounted on the retaining rib.

8. The cooking utensil according to claim 7, characterized in that, The carrier also includes: partition; A side plate is connected between the partition and the second flange. The partition and the side plate enclose a loading groove. The side plate is arranged opposite to the baffle.

9. The cooking utensil according to claim 8, characterized in that, The partition has multiple support protrusions on the side opposite to the steamer, and the multiple support protrusions are arranged at intervals along the diagonal direction of the partition.

10. The cooking utensil according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The second opening of the pot body is provided with a plurality of second support members at intervals. The steamer is arranged around the plurality of second support members. Any two adjacent second support members enclose a third connecting part. The steamer rests against the plurality of second support members. The second connecting part is connected to the steam generating structure through the plurality of third connecting parts.

11. The cooking utensil according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The pot body is provided with an installation groove; The steam generating structure includes an evaporation hood and a heating element. The evaporation hood is detachably installed in the mounting groove, and the heating element is installed in the pot body. The evaporation hood has a channel inside, an exhaust port is provided on the side of the evaporation hood, and a third opening is provided at one end of the evaporation hood. The third opening is disposed opposite to the bottom wall of the mounting groove. The mounting groove has a liquid storage area. The third opening, the exhaust port and the liquid storage area are all connected to the channel. The exhaust port is also connected to the second connecting part. The heating element is used to supply heat to the channel at least. The channel includes a guide section located between the third opening and the exhaust port. The cross-sectional area of ​​the guide section facing the third opening is smaller than the cross-sectional area of ​​the guide section facing the exhaust port.

12. The cooking utensil according to claim 11, characterized in that, The guide section extends from the third opening to the exhaust port.

13. The cooking utensil according to claim 12, characterized in that, Along the direction from the third opening to the exhaust port, the guide section includes a first sub-segment and a second sub-segment connected together, and the change in the cross-sectional area of ​​the first sub-segment is less than the change in the cross-sectional area of ​​the second sub-segment.

14. The cooking utensil according to claim 11, characterized in that, The evaporation hood is provided with a fourth opening at the end where the third opening is located. The fourth opening is located around the third opening and is connected to the liquid storage area. The evaporation hood is also provided with a heat insulation cavity, which is connected to the fourth opening.

15. The cooking utensil according to claim 14, characterized in that, The evaporation hood includes a flow guide tube, which includes a first tube wall and a second tube wall. The end of the first tube wall encloses the third opening. The second tube wall is connected to the periphery of the first tube wall. The first tube wall and the second tube wall enclose the heat insulation cavity and the fourth opening. At least one of the first tube wall and the second tube wall is provided with the exhaust port and the flow guide port. The channel communicates with the liquid storage area through the flow guide port. A cover is connected to the side of the guide tube opposite to the third opening, and the cover and the guide tube enclose the channel.

16. The cooking utensil according to claim 15, characterized in that, A portion of the first cylindrical wall is bent to form a flared structure, which is closer to the exhaust port than the third opening, and the first cylindrical wall and the cover enclose the channel.

17. The cooking utensil according to claim 15, characterized in that, The cover has a surrounding edge, which is detachably connected to the guide tube. The first cylindrical wall abuts against the bottom wall of the mounting groove, and the second cylindrical wall is spaced apart from the bottom wall of the mounting groove.

18. The cooking utensil according to claim 15, characterized in that, The bottom wall of the mounting groove is provided with a second enclosure plate, and the outer peripheral wall of the second enclosure plate and the bottom wall of the mounting groove enclose the liquid storage area. The second enclosure is located between the first cylinder wall and the second cylinder wall, and the second enclosure abuts against the outer peripheral wall of the first cylinder wall.

19. The cooking utensil according to claim 15, characterized in that, The number of exhaust ports is multiple, and the multiple exhaust ports are arranged at circumferential intervals along the first cylinder wall.

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