Cup assembly and food processor

Abstract

The utility model discloses a cup assembly and a food processor. The cup assembly comprises a cup body, a stirring part and a filtering part. A cup cavity, a first cup opening and a second cup opening are formed in the cup body. The stirring part is arranged at the first cup opening, the stirring part comprises a stirring seat and a stirring piece, the stirring piece is rotatably installed on the stirring seat and located in the cup cavity, the stirring seat is arranged at the bottom of the cup body, and the stirring seat is provided with a temperature adjusting device used for adjusting the temperature in the cup cavity. The filtering part is detachably installed at the second cup opening, the filtering part comprises a filtering cylinder seat and a filtering cylinder, the filtering cylinder is rotatably installed on the filtering cylinder seat and located in the cup cavity, and the filtering cylinder is communicated with the cup cavity. The scheme can meet the drinking requirements of users on cold and hot drinks.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of small household appliance technology, and more specifically, to a cup assembly and a food processor. Background Technology

[0002] Some blenders can automatically grind and filter beverages; however, the drinks they produce may not meet users' needs for both hot and cold beverages. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This application provides a cup component and a blender that can meet users' needs for hot and cold drinks.

[0004] A cup assembly, comprising:

[0005] The cup body has a cup cavity, a first cup rim, and a second cup rim;

[0006] A stirring section is provided at the first cup opening. The stirring section includes a stirring seat and a stirring element rotatably mounted on the stirring seat and located in the cup cavity. The stirring seat is set as the bottom of the cup body. The stirring seat is provided with a temperature regulating device for adjusting the temperature inside the cup cavity.

[0007] A filter section is detachably installed at the second cup opening. The filter section includes a filter cylinder seat and a filter cylinder rotatably installed on the filter cylinder seat and located in the cup cavity. The filter cylinder communicates with the cup cavity.

[0008] The cup assembly and blender provided in this application can automatically stir and filter ingredients, and the temperature control device can heat and / or cool the ingredients to meet the user's personalized needs for beverages.

[0009] Optionally, the stirring part is detachably connected to the cup body.

[0010] Optionally, the stirring part and the cup body are configured as a non-detachable fixed connection structure.

[0011] Optionally, the temperature control device includes a heater and / or a cooler. The heater outputs heat to heat the food inside the cup cavity, while the cooler outputs cold air to cool and preserve the food inside the cup cavity, thus improving functionality.

[0012] Optionally, the temperature regulating device includes the heater, which is an electric heater or a magnetic induction heater. Electric heaters or magnetic induction heaters have simple structures and are easy to install.

[0013] Optionally, the temperature regulating device includes the cooler, which is a thermoelectric cooler. The thermoelectric cooler occupies little space.

[0014] Optionally, the cup assembly further includes a feeding cylinder disposed within the cup cavity. One end of the feeding cylinder is connected to the cup body, and the other end of the feeding cylinder extends into the filter cylinder. The cup cavity is connected to the filter cylinder through the feeding cylinder. The feeding cylinder forms a channel for food flow between the cup cavity and the filter cylinder. When the food is broken, the cup assembly is flipped, allowing all the food to flow into the filter cylinder through the feeding cylinder, thus guiding the flow of the food.

[0015] Optionally, the cup body also has a juice outlet, and a juice outlet channel is provided between the filter cylinder and the cup body. The juice outlet channel communicates with the juice outlet, and the portion of the juice outlet channel near the juice outlet gradually slopes downwards. This facilitates juice dispensing and also makes it easy to clean the juice outlet, preventing juice accumulation.

[0016] Optionally, the cup assembly further includes a cup lid, which, along with the filter, can be selectively mounted at the second cup opening. That is, the cup lid and filter are interchangeable components of the cup assembly; the cup lid can be directly placed on the second cup opening, representing the conventional mode of the cup assembly. Alternatively, the filter can be mounted on the second cup opening, representing the filtering mode of the cup assembly.

[0017] Optionally, the cup lid covers the filter section when the filter section is installed on the second rim of the cup body and is at the top. This allows the cup lid to conceal the filter section, improving its appearance, and also provides protection for the filter section.

[0018] Optionally, the mixing element may include multiple components, at least an ice crusher, a grinding blade, a dough kneading blade, and a mixing blade. This can meet the needs of different application scenarios.

[0019] Optionally, at least one of the stirring unit and the filtering unit includes a screw-in base, which is connected to the cup body by screwing. The screw-in base also has a locking part with a locked position and an unlocked position. In the locked position, the screw-in base and the cup body remain relatively fixed in the screwing direction. In the unlocked position, the screw-in base is detachable. This prevents the stirring unit from rotating in the opposite direction when screwed into the cup body, ensuring the reliability of the stirring unit installation.

[0020] A food processor, comprising:

[0021] The main unit, including the motor shaft;

[0022] The cup assembly as described in any of the above embodiments is provided with a first installation method and a second installation method. The first installation method involves the stirring part engaging with the motor shaft, and the second installation method involves the filtering part engaging with the motor shaft. This enables the food processor to automatically blend and filter, and the cup assembly also has a temperature control function. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a cross-sectional view of a food processor illustrated in an exemplary embodiment of this application, wherein the cup assembly is in a first mounting configuration;

[0024] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Another cross-sectional view of the food processor is shown, in which the cup assembly is in a second mounting configuration;

[0025] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 An exploded view of the cup assembly shown in the image;

[0026] Figure 4 yes Figure 2 The cross-sectional view of the cup assembly shown in the image;

[0027] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A magnified view of part A in the middle;

[0028] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the locking part;

[0029] Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional view of another embodiment of the food processor, wherein the lid covers the opening of the second cup;

[0030] Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional view of another embodiment of the food processor, in which the lid covers the filter section;

[0031] Figure 9 This is an exploded view of yet another embodiment of the cup assembly. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The technical solutions in the embodiments (or "implementations") of this application will be clearly and completely described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. When the following description relates to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numbers in different drawings represent the same or similar elements.

[0033] If the embodiments of this application contain terms relating to directional indications or positional relationships (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, inside, outside, top, bottom, center, vertical, horizontal, longitudinal, transverse, length, width, counterclockwise, clockwise, axial, radial, circumferential, etc.), such terms are only used to explain the relative positional relationships and movements between components in a specific posture (as shown in the attached figures); if the specific posture changes, the directional indications or positional relationships will also change accordingly. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" used in the embodiments of this application are only for descriptive convenience and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0034] Please refer toFigure 1 and Figure 2 , Figure 1 This is a cross-sectional view of a food processor 100 shown as an exemplary embodiment of this application, wherein the cup assembly 20 is in a first mounting configuration. Figure 2 for Figure 1 Another cross-sectional view of the food processor 100 shown in the figure, in which the cup assembly 20 is in a second mounting configuration.

[0035] This application provides a food processor 100, including a main unit 10 and a cup assembly 20, the cup assembly 20 being detachably mounted to the main unit 10. The cup assembly 20 includes a cup body 21, a mixing unit 22, and a filtering unit 23, both of which are detachably mounted to the cup body 21. The cup assembly 20 can be mounted to the main unit 10 in at least two ways. Figure 1 In the illustrated embodiment, the stirring unit 22 is engaged with the motor shaft of the main unit 10, making the stirring unit 22 and the motor shaft drively connected, which can automatically stir the food in the cup body 21. This installation method is the first installation method for installing the cup assembly 20 on the main unit 10. Figure 2 In the illustrated embodiment, the filter unit 23 is engaged with the motor shaft of the main unit 10, thereby achieving a drive connection between the filter unit 23 and the motor shaft of the main unit 10, and automatically filtering the food ingredients after blending in the cup body 21. This installation method is a second installation method for mounting the cup assembly 20 to the main unit 10.

[0036] Please refer to Figure 3 , Figure 3 for Figure 1 An exploded view of the cup component 20 shown in the figure.

[0037] The cup body 21 has a cup cavity 210, a first cup opening 211, and a second cup opening 212. A stirring unit 22 is located at the first cup opening 211, and includes a stirring element 221 and a stirring base 222. The stirring base 222 serves as the bottom of the cup body 21. The stirring element 221 is rotatably connected to the stirring base 222 and is located within the cup cavity 210, where it can stir food. The stirring base 222 is equipped with a temperature regulating device 24, which outputs heat and / or cold to adjust the temperature within the cup cavity 210, thereby heating and / or cooling / preserving the food. The filter section 23 is detachably installed at the second cup opening 212. The filter section 23 includes a filter cylinder 231 and a filter cylinder seat 232. The filter cylinder 231 is rotatably installed on the filter cylinder seat 232 and is located inside the cup cavity 210. The filter cylinder 231 communicates with the cup cavity 210 and can realize automatic filtration of food.

[0038] As described above, the cup assembly 20 includes a stirring section 22 and a filtering section 23, which enables automatic stirring and filtering of ingredients. Furthermore, the temperature control device 24 can heat and / or cool the ingredients to meet the user's personalized needs for beverages.

[0039] In one embodiment, the temperature control device 24 includes a heater and / or a cooler. The heater outputs heat to heat the food inside the cup cavity 210, and the cooler outputs cold air to cool and preserve the food inside the cup cavity 210. For example, a heater can be separately installed on the stirring base 222, a cooler can be separately installed on the stirring base 222, or both a heater and a cooler can be installed on the stirring base 222.

[0040] In one alternative embodiment, the heater is an electric heater or a magnetic induction heater, which has a simple structure and is easy to install, but is not limited thereto. In another alternative embodiment, the temperature regulating device includes a cooler, which is a semiconductor cooling chip, occupying little space, but is not limited thereto.

[0041] exist Figure 3 In the illustrated embodiment, the stirring unit 22 and the cup body 21 are configured as a non-detachable fixed connection. For example, the stirring base 222 and the cup body 21 are configured as an integral structure; or, the stirring base 222 and the cup body 21 are ultrasonically welded together, in which case the cup assembly 20 is an integrated cup that can be heated and / or cooled. In another embodiment, the stirring unit 22 and the cup body 21 are detachably connected, which facilitates the cleaning of both the stirring unit 22 and the cup body 21.

[0042] Please refer to Figure 4 , Figure 4 for Figure 2 The image shows a cross-sectional view of the cup assembly 20.

[0043] In one embodiment, the cup assembly 20 further includes a feed cylinder 25 disposed within the cup cavity 210. One end of the feed cylinder 25 is connected to the cup body 21, and the other end of the feed cylinder 25 extends into the filter cylinder 231. The cup cavity 210 is connected to the filter cylinder 231 through the feed cylinder 25. The feed cylinder 25 forms a channel for food flow between the cup cavity 210 and the filter cylinder 231. When the food is broken, the cup assembly 20 is flipped, allowing all the food to flow into the filter cylinder 231 through the feed cylinder 25, thus guiding the food flow.

[0044] exist Figure 4In the illustrated embodiment, the feed cylinder 25 and the cup body 21 are configured as an integral structure. For example, the feed cylinder 25 and the cup body 21 can be integrally injection molded. The feed cylinder 25 can be configured as a conical cylinder, with the large end of the conical cylinder connected to the cup body 21 and the small end of the conical cylinder extending into the filter cylinder 231, but it is not limited to this.

[0045] The cup body 21 also has a juice outlet 213, and a juice outlet channel 214 is provided between the filter cylinder 231 and the cup body 21, with the juice outlet 213 communicating with the juice outlet channel 214. In one embodiment, the portion of the juice outlet channel 214 near the juice outlet 213 gradually slopes downwards, which facilitates juice dispensing and cleaning of the juice outlet 213, preventing juice accumulation.

[0046] In one embodiment, the cup body 21 is configured as a one-piece structure, that is, the first cup opening 211, the second cup opening 212, and the juice outlet 213 are integrally formed into the cup body 21, and the forming method includes but is not limited to injection molding. The one-piece structure has a simple processing technology, low cost, and is also easy to clean.

[0047] exist Figure 4 In the illustrated embodiment, the cup assembly 20 further includes a valve 26 for closing and opening the juice outlet 213. The valve 26 is rotatably mounted at the juice outlet 213 of the cup body 21, making the operation of opening and closing the juice outlet 213 relatively simple and convenient. The valve 26 can prevent the juice outlet 213 from being contaminated, improving safety during consumption. A valve sealing ring 219 is also provided at the juice outlet 213 to seal the gap between the valve 26 and the cup body 21 at the juice outlet 213, preventing juice leakage. In some other embodiments, the valve 26 can be directly fitted onto the juice outlet 213 without being connected to the cup body 21; or, the valve 26 can be slidably configured, allowing the juice outlet 213 to be opened or closed by sliding the valve 26.

[0048] In one embodiment, both the crushing section 22 and the filtering section 23 are detachably connected to the cup body 21. The detachable connection includes, but is not limited to, snap-fit ​​and threaded connections. In one embodiment, at least one of the stirring base 222 and the filter cartridge base 232 is configured as a screw-fit base, which is connected to the cup body 21 by screwing, making installation simple and convenient. In this embodiment, both the stirring base 222 and the filter cartridge base 232 are configured as screw-fit bases.

[0049] In one embodiment, the screw-on base further includes a locking part 224. Taking the stirring base 222 with the locking part 224 as an example, the locking part 224 has a locking position and an unlocking position. In the locking position, the screw-on base and the cup body 21 remain relatively fixed in the screwing direction, thus preventing the stirring base 222 from rotating back in the opposite direction when screwed into the cup body 21, ensuring the reliability of the installation of the stirring base 222. In the unlocking position, the screw-on base is detachable, thus ensuring that the stirring base 222 can be easily removed. Figure 3 In the embodiment shown, the filter cartridge seat 232 is also provided with a locking part 224, and the structure of the locking part 224 of the stirring seat 222 is the same, which will not be described again here.

[0050] Please combine Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 , Figure 5 for Figure 4 An enlarged view of part A, showing the locking part 224 in the locked position. Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the locking part 224 shown in an exemplary embodiment of this application.

[0051] In one embodiment, the cup body 21 is provided with a first locking hole 217 and a second locking hole 218, the locking part 224 of the stirring seat 222 cooperates with the first locking hole 217, and the locking part 224 of the filter cylinder seat 232 cooperates with the second locking hole 218.

[0052] Taking the locking part 224 of the stirring base 222 as an example, the locking part 224 includes a movable member 2241 and a locking rod 2242 movably disposed in the stirring base 222. The locking rod 2242 moves under the force of the movable member 2241. In the locked position, the locking rod 2242 extends out of the stirring base 222 and engages with the cup body 21, that is, it is inserted into the first locking hole 217. In the unlocked position, the locking rod 2242 retracts into the stirring base 222 and separates from the cup body 21, that is, it exits from the first locking hole 217. In this configuration, the movable member 2241 is the driving member and the locking rod 2242 is the driven member. When an external force F is applied to the movable member 2241, the external force F is transmitted to the locking rod 2242 via the movable member 2241. In other words, power transmission is achieved through the cooperation of the movable part 2241 and the locking rod 2242, enabling the locking rod 2242 to move in the expected direction, and the setting position of the locking part 224 is also more flexible. The locking part 224 of the filter cartridge seat 232 has the same structure as the locking part 224 of the stirring seat 222, and will not be described again here.

[0053] The movement of the movable part 2241 and the locking rod 2242 is not limited. For example, the movable part 2241 and the locking rod 2242 can be connected by a lead screw and nut. The movable part 2241 rotates and the locking rod 2242 moves on the movable part 2241.

[0054] In this embodiment, the movable component 2241 and the locking rod 2242 are movable, and the moving direction of the movable component 2241 is perpendicular to the moving direction of the locking rod 2242. In this way, the direction of power transmission can be changed by a simple combination of motion forms, making the structure simpler and more compact.

[0055] like Figure 6 As shown, the movable component 2241 is provided with a button 22410 and an inclined driving slope 22411. Figure 6 Pressing button 22410 in the direction indicated by the middle arrow moves movable component 2241 in that direction. The driving ramp 22411 of movable component 2241 abuts against locking rod 2242, applying force to the locking rod 2242 via the driving ramp 22411. At this time, locking rod 2242 moves along the driving ramp 22411 and is lifted upwards, thus achieving movement of locking rod 2242 in a direction perpendicular to the movement direction of movable component 2241. After locking rod 2242 moves along the driving ramp 22411 and is lifted upwards, locking rod 2242 is in the unlocked position.

[0056] Of course, a driven inclined surface 22420 can also be provided on the locking rod 2242, and the driven inclined surface 22420 abuts against the movable part 2241, which can also realize the upward movement of the locking rod 2242.

[0057] exist Figure 6 In the embodiment shown, the movable member 2241 is provided with a driving inclined surface 22411, and the locking rod 2242 is provided with a driven inclined surface 22420. This makes the locking rod 2242 driven by the movable member 2241, resulting in smoother movement and less driving resistance.

[0058] In one embodiment, the locking part 224 further includes an elastic element 2243, which includes, but is not limited to, a compression spring. The elastic element 2243 is extendable and retractable along the moving direction of the locking rod 2242. One end of the elastic element 2243 in the extension / retraction direction is relatively fixed to the stirring seat 222, and the other end in the extension / retraction direction is connected to the locking rod 2242. The elastic element 2243 can reset the locking rod 2242 after the external force F is removed, placing the locking rod 2242 in the locked position. The elastic element 2243 is an energy storage element; after the external force F is removed, the elastic element 2243 releases energy, causing the locking rod 2242 to automatically reset, making the unlocking operation more convenient and reliable.

[0059] To prevent the locking rod 2242 from shifting or tilting during movement, the stirring base 222 is also provided with a limiting hole 2220, in which the locking rod 2242 remains constant throughout its movement. This design allows the inner wall of the limiting hole 2220 to restrict significant shifting of the locking rod 2242 during extension or retraction, providing guidance during movement and preventing the elastic element 2243 from tipping over.

[0060] Please refer to Figure 7 , Figure 7 This is another schematic diagram of the food processor 100, in which the lid 27 covers the second cup opening 212.

[0061] In one embodiment, the cup assembly 20 further includes a cup lid 27, which, along with the filter section 23, can be selectively mounted at the second cup opening 212. That is, the cup lid 27 and the filter section 23 serve as replacement parts for the cup assembly 20. The cup lid 27 can be directly placed on the second cup opening 212, representing the conventional configuration of the cup assembly 20. Alternatively, the filter section 23 can be mounted on the second cup opening 212 (see reference). Figure 1 ), which is the filtration mode of cup component 20.

[0062] Please refer to Figure 8 , Figure 8 This is another schematic diagram of the food processor 100, in which the lid 27 covers the filter section 23.

[0063] In one embodiment, when the filter part 23 is installed on the second cup opening 212 and is at the top, the cup lid 27 covers the filter part 23. In this way, the cup lid 27 can cover the filter part 23, improving its appearance, and on the other hand, it can also protect the filter part 23.

[0064] In one embodiment, the stirring component 221 is provided in multiple forms, including at least an ice crusher, a grinding blade, a dough kneading blade, a stirring component, and a stirring blade. This allows the different types of stirring components to meet the needs of different application scenarios.

[0065] Please refer to Figure 9 , Figure 9 An exploded view of yet another embodiment of the cup assembly 20.

[0066] In one embodiment, both the stirring section 22 and the filtering section 23 are detachably connected to the cup body 21. Furthermore, two cup lids 27 are provided; when the cup assembly 20 is separated from the main unit 10, one cup lid 27 covers the stirring section 22, and the other cup lid covers the filtering section 23, thus protecting both the stirring section 22 and the filtering section 23. Moreover, the stirring section 22 and the cup lid 27 covering the stirring section 22 can be disassembled together, and the stirring section 22 and the cup lid 27 can also be disassembled, thus achieving tiered disassembly and assembly.

[0067] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A cup assembly, characterized in that, include: The cup body (21) has a cup cavity (210), a first cup opening (211), and a second cup opening (212); A stirring part (22) is provided at the first cup opening (211). The stirring part (22) includes a stirring seat (222) and a stirring component (221) rotatably mounted on the stirring seat (222) and located in the cup cavity (210). The stirring seat (222) is set as the bottom of the cup body (21). The stirring seat (222) is provided with a temperature regulating device (24) for adjusting the temperature inside the cup cavity (210). The filter section (23) is detachably installed at the second cup opening (212). The filter section (23) includes a filter cylinder seat (232) and a filter cylinder (231) rotatably installed in the filter cylinder seat (232) and located in the cup cavity (210). The filter cylinder (231) communicates with the cup cavity (210).

2. The cup assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The stirring part (22) is detachably connected to the cup body (21).

3. The cup assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The stirring part (22) and the cup body (21) are configured as a non-detachable fixed connection structure.

4. The cup assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The temperature control device (24) includes a heater and / or a cooler.

5. The cup assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that, The temperature regulating device (24) includes the heater, which is an electric heater or a magnetic induction heater; and / or The temperature regulating device (24) includes the cooler, which is a semiconductor refrigeration chip.

6. The cup assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The cup assembly (20) further includes a feed cylinder (25) disposed within the cup cavity (210), one end of which is connected to the cup body (21), and the other end of which extends into the filter cylinder (231). The cup cavity (210) is connected to the filter cylinder (231) through the feed cylinder (25); and / or The cup body (21) also has a juice outlet (213), and a juice outlet channel (214) is provided between the filter cylinder (231) and the cup body (21). The juice outlet channel (214) is connected to the juice outlet (213), and the part of the juice outlet channel (214) near the juice outlet (213) gradually slopes downward.

7. The cup assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The cup assembly (20) further includes a cup lid (27), which, along with the filter section (23), can be selectively mounted at the second cup opening (212); or The cup lid (27) covers the filter section (23) when the filter section (23) is installed on the second cup opening (212) of the cup body (21) and is at the top.

8. The cup assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The stirring component (221) is provided in multiple parts, including at least an ice crusher, a grinding blade, a dough kneading blade, and a stirring blade.

9. The cup assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, At least one of the stirring part (22) and the filtering part (23) includes a screw-on base, which is connected to the cup body (21) by screwing. The screw-on base is also provided with a locking part (224), which has a locking position and an unlocking position. In the locking position, the screw-on base and the cup body (21) are relatively fixed in the screwing direction. In the unlocking position, the screw-on base is detachable.

10. A food processor, characterized in that, include: Main unit (10), including motor shaft; The cup assembly (20) according to any one of claims 1 to 9 is provided with a first installation method and a second installation method, wherein the stirring part (22) is engaged with the motor shaft in the first installation method, and the filter part (23) is engaged with the motor shaft in the second installation method.

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