Bean bin device of coffee machine and coffee machine

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of household appliances, and provides a bean bin device of a coffee machine and the coffee machine. The bean bin device of the coffee machine comprises a shell, a material bin and a control mechanism. The shell is provided with a containing cavity, an opening and a front panel, and the opening communicates with the containing cavity and is formed in the front panel; the stock bin is movably connected to the containing cavity, a material cavity is formed in the stock bin, the stock bin is provided with a front end face, a control mechanism is arranged at the bottom of the stock bin, the stock bin is provided with a first position and a second position, in the first position, the front panel is flush with the front end face, the control mechanism is opened, and in the second position, the stock bin is suitable for stretching out of the containing cavity in the horizontal direction through the opening; the control mechanism is closed. According to the bean bin device of the coffee machine, the material bin can extend out of the containing cavity in a sliding mode through the opening, feeding is convenient for a user, use is convenient, tedious operation of disassembly is avoided, the use height of the coffee machine can be reduced, and therefore the use experience of the user is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of household appliance technology, and in particular to a coffee bean hopper device and a coffee machine. Background Technology

[0002] In today's daily life, coffee machines, which combine coffee bean grinding and brewing functions, are highly favored by consumers. However, coffee machines are generally large, and in situations where installation space is limited, users need to move the machine or adjust its position to make room for adding beans or disassembling the feed compartment. Over time, this can cause discomfort for users and reduce the convenience and comfort of using the coffee machine. Utility Model Content

[0003] This application aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the related art. To this end, this application proposes a bean hopper device for a coffee machine to solve the shortcomings of existing coffee machines that are cumbersome to use.

[0004] This application also proposes a coffee machine.

[0005] The coffee bean hopper device for a coffee machine according to the first aspect of this application includes:

[0006] The outer casing has a receiving cavity, an opening, and a front panel, wherein the opening communicates with the receiving cavity and is disposed on the front panel;

[0007] A hopper is movably connected to the receiving cavity. The hopper has a material chamber inside and a front end face. A control mechanism is provided at the bottom of the hopper. The hopper has a first position and a second position. In the first position, the front panel and the front end face are flush, and the control mechanism is open. In the second position, the hopper is adapted to extend horizontally out of the receiving cavity through the opening, and the control mechanism is closed.

[0008] According to the embodiments of this application, the coffee machine bean hopper device has an opening that slides out of the receiving cavity to facilitate the user's addition of ingredients. It is convenient to use, avoids the tedious operation of disassembly, and helps to reduce the height of the coffee machine, thereby improving the user experience.

[0009] According to one embodiment of this application, the control mechanism includes:

[0010] A movable baffle is slidably connected to the hopper and is adapted to switch between the open state and the closed state.

[0011] An elastic element, connected to the movable baffle, is adapted to provide the movable baffle with an elastic force to switch from the open state to the closed state;

[0012] A switch assembly, connected to the movable baffle, is adapted to provide a driving force for the movable baffle to switch from the closed state to the open state.

[0013] According to one embodiment of this application, the control mechanism includes:

[0014] A movable baffle, movably connected to the hopper, is adapted to switch between an open and closed state; a portion of the movable baffle is made of an elastic material.

[0015] The outer casing is provided with a guide structure, which is adapted to open the movable baffle.

[0016] According to one embodiment of this application, the control mechanism includes:

[0017] A movable baffle, movably connected to the hopper, is adapted to switch between an open state and a closed state;

[0018] The movable baffle can be inserted into the receiving cavity by moving along the guide rail. The outer shell is provided with a slider to receive the movable baffle. The movable baffle can move relative to the slider along at least one of the movement tracks.

[0019] According to one embodiment of this application, the control mechanism includes a movable baffle connected to the bottom of the hopper. The movable baffle is an elastic plate. In a first position, the movable baffle deforms to open the material chamber from the bottom. In a second position, the movable baffle returns to its original position, closing the bottom of the material chamber.

[0020] According to one embodiment of this application, the switching assembly includes:

[0021] Guide member, the guide member being connected to the movable baffle;

[0022] The outer casing is provided with a guide structure, and the guide is adapted to move along the guide structure, which is arranged along the depth direction of the receiving cavity.

[0023] According to one embodiment of this application, the guide structure is provided with a first guide portion, a transition guide portion, and a second guide portion along the depth direction of the receiving cavity. When the guide member is located in the first guide portion, the control mechanism is in the closed state. When the guide member is located in the second guide portion, the control mechanism is in the open state. When the guide member is located in the transition guide portion, the control mechanism is between the open state and the closed state.

[0024] According to one embodiment of this application, there are two movable baffles, the first end of the elastic member is connected to one of the movable baffles, the second end of the elastic member is connected to the other movable baffle, each movable baffle is provided with a guide member, and the guide structure is disposed between the two guide members.

[0025] According to one embodiment of this application, a mounting base is included, the mounting base is connected to the bottom of the hopper, the control mechanism is disposed between the mounting base and the bottom of the hopper, the mounting base is provided with a movable limiting groove, and the guide member passes through the movable limiting groove and is connected to the guide structure.

[0026] According to one embodiment of this application, the hopper is recessed inward to form a handle portion, which is located on the front of the hopper.

[0027] The coffee machine according to a second aspect embodiment of this application includes:

[0028] The aforementioned coffee machine's bean hopper assembly;

[0029] The grinder is located below the control mechanism of the bean hopper device;

[0030] The container body is located below the outlet of the grinder, or the container body is connected to the outlet of the grinder.

[0031] It should be noted that the coffee machine of this application has all the technical effects of the aforementioned dispensing device because it includes the dispensing device described above, and will not be repeated here.

[0032] The above-described one or more technical solutions in the embodiments of this application have at least one of the following technical effects:

[0033] The hopper can slide out of the opening in the outer shell, allowing users to add coffee beans or other ingredients directly from the opening without disassembling the entire hopper. This greatly simplifies the operation process, improves ease of use, and makes the coffee machine more compact in overall height, reducing the space required.

[0034] Additional aspects and advantages of this application will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of this application. Attached Figure Description

[0035] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments or related technologies of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments or related technologies will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0036] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the coffee bean hopper device of the coffee machine provided in this application, with the hopper disassembled into the receiving cavity.

[0037] Figure 2 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of the bean hopper device of the coffee machine provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0038] Figure 3 This is the second schematic diagram of the coffee bean hopper device of the coffee machine provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0039] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional structural schematic diagram of the bean hopper device of the coffee machine provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0040] Figure 5 This is a structural schematic diagram of the silo, control mechanism, and mounting base provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0041] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the silo, control mechanism, and mounting base provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0042] Figure 7 This is a structural schematic diagram of the silo, control mechanism, and mounting base provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0043] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the silo and control mechanism provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0044] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the control mechanism and mounting base provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0045] Figure label:

[0046] 100. Outer shell; 101. Receiving cavity; 102. Opening; 103. Discharge port; 104. Front panel; 110. Guide structure; 111. First guide section; 112. Transition guide section; 113. Second guide section;

[0047] 200. Hopper; 201. Material chamber; 202. Outlet; 203. Front end face; 210. First limiting component; 220. Second limiting component; 230. Handle;

[0048] 300. Control mechanism; 310. Movable baffle; 311. Baffle part; 312. Connecting part; 320. Elastic element; 330. Guide element;

[0049] 400. Mounting base; 401. Movable limit slot. Detailed Implementation

[0050] The embodiments of this application will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are used to illustrate this application, but should not be used to limit the scope of this application.

[0051] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the embodiments of this application. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0052] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections or detachable connections, wherein a fixed connection can include an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it 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 the embodiments of this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0053] In the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0054] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the embodiments 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. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0055] In related technologies, coffee machines are designed with a top-mounted feed hopper. Users need to add coffee beans from the top of the machine and remove the hopper from above for cleaning or replacement when needed. However, for cabinets or sideboards with limited installation space, this top-loading and feed hopper removal design is particularly inconvenient. Users must frequently move the coffee machine or adjust its position to make room for these operations, which not only increases the complexity of operation but may also cause unnecessary damage to the coffee machine.

[0056] This utility model proposes a coffee bean hopper device for a coffee machine, which is described below in conjunction with... Figures 1 to 9 This application describes the bean hopper device for a coffee machine.

[0057] Please refer to the coffee bean hopper device of the coffee machine according to the embodiments of this application. Figures 1 to 6 The coffee machine's bean hopper assembly includes a housing 100, a bean hopper 200, and a control mechanism 300. The housing 100 has a receiving cavity 101, an opening 102, and a front panel 104. The opening 102 communicates with the receiving cavity 101 and is located on the front panel 104. The bean hopper 200 is movably connected to the receiving cavity 101. The bean hopper 200 has a material chamber 201 inside and a front end face 203. The control mechanism 300 is located at the bottom of the bean hopper 200. The bean hopper 200 has a first position and a second position. In the first position, the front panel 104 and the front end face 203 are flush, and the control mechanism 300 is open. In the second position, the bean hopper 200 is adapted to extend horizontally out of the receiving cavity 101 through the opening 102, and the control mechanism 300 is closed. According to the coffee machine bean hopper device of the present application embodiment, the hopper 200 can slide out of the receiving cavity 101 through the opening 102 to facilitate the user to add ingredients. It is convenient to use, avoids the tedious operation of disassembly, and helps to reduce the height of the coffee machine, thereby improving the user experience.

[0058] It should be noted that in the first position, the front panel 104 and the front end surface 203 are flush, and the flush can be basically flush (there is a small gap between the front panel 104 and the front end surface 203, which can be 1mm-3mm).

[0059] In the second position, when the material hopper 200 is removed, the control mechanism 300 is closed, effectively reducing the possibility of beans spilling during removal.

[0060] Understandably, the outer casing 100 provides a receiving cavity 101 for the hopper 200, and the opening 102 allows the hopper 200 to extend or retract into the receiving cavity 101, facilitating user disassembly of the hopper 200 or addition of raw materials. The hopper 200 is a container for storing coffee beans or other raw materials and can be easily extended or retracted from the outer casing 100 by slidingly connecting it to the inner wall of the receiving cavity 101. The control mechanism 300 is a device installed at the bottom of the hopper 200, having both open and closed states, used to control the connection or disconnection between the hopper 201 and the dispensing port 103, thereby controlling the outflow of raw materials.

[0061] When the control mechanism 300 is turned on, the material chamber 201 is connected to the pouring port 103, allowing raw materials to flow from the material hopper 200 into the coffee machine. When the control mechanism 300 is turned off, the material chamber 201 is disconnected from the pouring port 103, preventing the raw materials from flowing out.

[0062] In one embodiment, the outer casing 100 is provided with a discharge port 103, which is connected to the receiving cavity 101. The discharge port 103 is located at the bottom of the outer casing 100. In a first position, the material cavity 201 and the discharge port 103 are connected, and in a second position, the material cavity 201 and the discharge port 103 are disconnected.

[0063] According to one embodiment of this application, the control mechanism 300 includes a movable baffle 310, an elastic element 320, and a guide 330. The movable baffle 310 is slidably connected to the hopper 200 and is adapted to switch between an open state and a closed state. The elastic element 320 is connected to the movable baffle 310 and is adapted to provide the movable baffle 310 with an elastic force to switch from the open state to the closed state.

[0064] A switch assembly, connected to a movable baffle, is adapted to provide a driving force for the movable baffle 310 to switch from a closed state to an open state.

[0065] The movable baffle 310 is slidably connected to the hopper 200 and can switch between an open and closed state to control the connection or disconnection between the material chamber 201 and the discharge port 103. The elastic element 320, such as a spring, is connected to the movable baffle 310 and provides it with the force to automatically switch from the open to the closed state, ensuring that the movable baffle 310 remains in the closed position when no external force is applied. The switch assembly, acting in the opposite direction to the elastic element 320, provides the driving force for the movable baffle 310 to automatically switch from the closed to the open state.

[0066] In one embodiment, the switch assembly includes a guide 330 connected to a movable baffle 310; the housing 100 is provided with a guide structure 110, the guide 330 being adapted to move along the guide structure 110, the guide structure 110 being disposed along the depth direction of the receiving cavity 101.

[0067] The guide 330 is connected to the movable baffle 310 and is used to guide the movable baffle 310 to move along a specific trajectory. It cooperates with the guide structure 110 on the housing 100 to ensure that the movement of the movable baffle 310 is smooth and precise.

[0068] The guide structure 110 is typically in the form of a groove or a raised rail, used to guide the guide member 330 (and thus control the movable baffle 310) to move in a certain direction. In this embodiment, the guide structure 110 is arranged along the depth direction of the receiving cavity 101, that is, as the hopper 200 enters the receiving cavity 101, the movable baffle 310 will change its state (open state and closed state) along the change of the guide structure 110.

[0069] Understandably, through the combination of the movable baffle 310, the elastic element 320, and the guide element 330, the control mechanism 300 can achieve stable and reliable switching between open and closed states. Users can control the flow of raw materials through simple operations (such as pushing the hopper 200) without complicated settings or adjustments, thus improving ease of use.

[0070] According to one embodiment of this application, the guide structure 110 is provided with a first guide portion 111, a transition guide portion 112 and a second guide portion 113 along the depth direction of the receiving cavity 101. When the guide member 330 is located in the first guide portion 111, the control mechanism 300 is in a closed state. When the guide member 330 is located in the second guide portion 113, the control mechanism 300 is in an open state. When the guide member 330 is located in the transition guide portion 112, the control mechanism 300 is between an open state and a closed state.

[0071] It is understandable that the first guide part 111 is a shallower position of the receiving cavity 101, that is, the material hopper 200 extends more out of the opening 102. When the guide 330 is located in the position of the first guide part 111, the control mechanism 300 is in the closed state, that is, the movable baffle 310 completely blocks the connection between the material cavity 201 and the discharge port 103.

[0072] The transition guide 112 is located between the first guide 111 and the second guide 113. When the guide 330 moves in the position of the transition guide 112, the control mechanism 300 is in a transition phase between the open and closed states.

[0073] The second guide section 113 guides to a position where the depth of the receiving cavity 101 is relatively deep, that is, where the material hopper 200 enters the receiving cavity 101 in greater quantities. When the guide member 330 is located at this position of the second guide section 113, the control mechanism 300 is in the open state, that is, the movable baffle 310 completely or mostly removes the obstruction to the connection between the material cavity 201 and the discharge port 103.

[0074] It is understood that, through the guide structure 110 which consists of the first guide part 111, the transition guide part 112, and the second guide part 113, when the user fully inserts the hopper 200 into the receiving cavity 101, the control mechanism 300 is in the open state, and the soybeans in the hopper 200 can enter the discharge port 103 below for user convenience.

[0075] In addition to the guide and guide structure mentioned in this application, the switch assembly can be a transmission mechanism such as a gear and a rack, wherein the housing 100 is provided with a first gear or a first rack, and the movable baffle 310 is provided with a second gear or a second rack, so that the movable baffle 310 can automatically switch from the open state to the closed state or from the closed state to the open state through gear transmission.

[0076] According to one embodiment of this application, the control mechanism 300 includes a movable baffle 310 connected to the bottom of the hopper 200. The movable baffle 310 is an elastic plate. In a first position, the movable baffle 310 deforms to open the material chamber 201 from the bottom of the hopper 200. In a second position, the movable baffle 310 returns to its original position, closing the bottom of the material chamber 201.

[0077] According to one embodiment of this application, the control mechanism 300 includes a movable baffle 310, which is movably connected to the hopper 200 and is adapted to switch between an open state and a closed state; a portion of the movable baffle 310 is made of an elastic material; the housing 100 is provided with a guide structure 110, which is adapted to open the movable baffle 310.

[0078] Understandably, the movable baffle 310 is movably connected to the hopper 200 and can switch between an open and closed state. When the movable baffle 310 is in the open state, coffee beans can flow out of the hopper 200; when the movable baffle 310 is in the closed state, it prevents coffee beans from flowing out. The switching of the movable baffle 310 can be achieved through manual operation, electric drive, or other mechanical transmission methods.

[0079] The housing 100 is provided with a guide structure 110, which is adapted to open the movable baffle 310. The guide structure 110 can be designed as a groove, cam or other form of mechanical structure to guide the movement trajectory of the movable baffle 310.

[0080] When it is necessary to open the movable baffle 310, the user can drive the movable baffle 310 to move along a preset path by operating the guide structure 110 (such as pushing, rotating, etc.), thereby realizing the switching from the closed state to the open state.

[0081] According to one embodiment of this application, the control mechanism 300 includes a movable baffle 310, which is movably connected to the hopper 200 and is adapted to switch between an open state and a closed state. The movable baffle 310 can be moved into the receiving cavity 101 via a guide rail. The housing 100 is provided with a slider to receive the movable baffle 310, and the movable baffle 310 can move relative to the slider along at least one motion track.

[0082] The housing 100 is provided with a slider for receiving the movable baffle 310. The slider serves as a support and guide component for the movable baffle 310, and its shape and size match the movable baffle 310. The movable baffle 310 moves in a straight line or curve along a predetermined path of the guide rail, thereby cooperating with the opening or closing of the hopper 200.

[0083] According to one embodiment of this application, please refer to Figures 6 to 9 There are two movable baffles 310. The first end of the elastic element 320 is connected to one of the movable baffles 310, and the second end of the elastic element 320 is connected to the other movable baffle 310. Each movable baffle 310 is provided with a guide 330. The guide structure 110 is located between the two guides 330. The discharge port 103 is located in the middle of the guide structure 110.

[0084] Understandably, when the control mechanism 300 is in the closed state, the two movable baffles 310 work together on the discharge port 103, enhancing the sealing effect and effectively preventing raw material leakage. Connected by the elastic element 320, the two movable baffles 310 can move synchronously during opening and closing, maintaining balance and stability, reducing jamming or offset problems caused by uneven force on one side.

[0085] According to one embodiment of this application, please refer to Figures 6 to 9 The material discharge device includes a mounting base 400, which is connected to the bottom of the hopper 200. A control mechanism 300 is located between the mounting base 400 and the bottom of the hopper 200. The mounting base 400 is provided with a movable limiting groove 401. A guide 330 passes through the movable limiting groove 401 and is connected to the guide structure 110.

[0086] Mounting base 400 provides the foundation for mounting control mechanism 300 and ensures a secure connection between control mechanism 300 and hopper 200. It is used to fix control mechanism 300 and components connected to the bottom of hopper 200. Movable limit groove 401 is a channel for limiting and guiding the movement of guide member 330, ensuring the stability and accuracy of guide member 330 during movement and preventing guide member 330 from deviating from the predetermined path.

[0087] According to one embodiment of this application, a first limiting component 210 is provided at the bottom of the hopper 200. The first limiting component 210 is arranged radially along the discharge port 103. The movable baffle 310 includes a baffle portion 311 and a connecting portion 312. The connecting portion 312 is movably connected along the extending direction of the first limiting portion. The baffle portion 311 is connected to the connecting portion 312.

[0088] The first limiting component 210 is located at the bottom of the hopper 200 and is used to limit the movement trajectory of the movable baffle 310. It is arranged radially along the discharge port 103, providing precise guidance and limiting for the movable baffle 310. Radial refers to the direction perpendicular to the center or axis of a circle.

[0089] The baffle portion 311 refers to the part of the movable baffle 310 used to block or open the discharge port 103. It is connected to the connecting portion 312 and moves as the connecting portion 312 moves. The connecting portion 312 refers to the part of the movable baffle 310 used to movably connect with the first limiting member 210. It moves along the extending direction of the first limiting member 210, thereby driving the baffle portion 311 to open and close the discharge port 103.

[0090] Understandably, by setting a first limiting component 210 at the bottom of the hopper 200 and radially along the discharge port 103, precise guidance and limiting are provided for the movement of the movable baffle 310. This ensures that the movable baffle 310 can accurately move to the predetermined position during opening and closing, improving the accuracy and stability of control.

[0091] According to one embodiment of this application, please refer to Figure 6The bottom of the hopper 200 is provided with a second limiting component 220, which is connected to the first limiting component 210. The second limiting component 220 is located in the circumference of the discharge port 103, and the distance between the second limiting component 220 and the center of the discharge port 103 is greater than the radius of the discharge port 103. In the open state, the connecting part 312 abuts against the second limiting component 220.

[0092] The second limiting component 220 is connected to the first limiting component 210 and is disposed around the pouring port 103. It is used to restrict further movement of the movable baffle 310 in the open state and abuts against the connecting portion 312 to achieve a limiting effect. "Circumferential" refers to the direction around the circumference of the pouring port 103. In this embodiment, the second limiting component 220 is disposed around the circumference of the pouring port 103, and the distance between it and the center of the pouring port 103 is greater than the radius of the pouring port 103. This means that in the open state, the connecting portion 312 of the movable baffle 310 abuts against the second limiting component 220, thereby restricting its further outward movement. This design helps prevent the user from accidentally pulling the movable baffle 310 out too much, causing the coffee machine to malfunction.

[0093] Understandably, by setting the first limiting component 210 and the second limiting component 220 at the bottom of the hopper 200, dual limiting of the movement trajectory of the movable baffle 310 is achieved. This further improves the stability and accuracy of the movable baffle 310 during opening and closing, preventing malfunctions or damage caused by excessive movement.

[0094] According to one embodiment of this application, please refer to Figure 6 The material chamber 201 gradually narrows downward along the height direction through the opening 102. The bottom of the hopper 200 is provided with an outlet 202 that connects to the material chamber 201, and the control mechanism 300 is located at the bottom of the outlet 202.

[0095] The design of the material chamber 201, with its opening 102 gradually narrowing downwards along the height direction, helps the material flow more smoothly to the outlet 202 under the influence of gravity. This design reduces material retention and accumulation within the material chamber 201, improving the efficiency of material descent.

[0096] In this embodiment, outlet 202 is the channel through which material flows out of material chamber 201. Positioning the control mechanism 300 at the bottom of outlet 202 ensures precise control of material flow. By adjusting the opening degree of the movable baffle 310, the flow rate and speed of the material can be precisely controlled to meet different usage requirements.

[0097] According to one embodiment of this application, the hopper 200 is recessed inward to form a handle portion 230, which is located on the front side of the hopper 200.

[0098] It is understood that the front of the hopper 200 refers to the side of the hopper 200 facing the user or the operating interface. In this embodiment, the handle 230 is located on the front of the hopper 200, which facilitates direct operation and gripping by the user, making it easier for the user to hold the handle 230 when replacing or cleaning the hopper 200.

[0099] A coffee machine according to a second aspect embodiment of this application includes the above-described dispensing device, grinder, and container body. The grinder is located below the control mechanism of the bean hopper device; the container body is located below the outlet of the grinder, or the container body is connected to the outlet of the grinder.

[0100] It should be noted that the coffee machine of this application has all the technical effects of the aforementioned dispensing device because it includes the dispensing device described above, and will not be repeated here.

[0101] The grinder is located below the control mechanism of the bean hopper and is used to grind coffee beans into powder. The grinder preferably uses a high-speed rotating blade or grinding disc design to ensure that the coffee beans are ground evenly and quickly into a powder suitable for brewing.

[0102] The container body is located below the grinder's outlet, or the container body is connected to the grinder's outlet. Ground coffee powder falls directly into the container body without requiring additional transfer steps, effectively improving preparation efficiency. The container body can be detachable for easy cleaning and replacement.

[0103] It is understandable that combining the dispensing device with the container body in the above embodiments forms a highly efficient and integrated coffee machine system. Users do not need to frequently move or transfer materials during operation, thus simplifying the process. This not only saves time but also reduces operational difficulty and error rates.

[0104] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate this application and are not intended to limit this application. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that various combinations, modifications, or equivalent substitutions of the technical solutions of this application do not depart from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of this application and should be covered within the scope of the claims of this application.

Claims

1. A coffee bean hopper device for a coffee machine, characterized in that, include: The outer casing has a receiving cavity, an opening, and a front panel, wherein the opening communicates with the receiving cavity and is disposed on the front panel; A hopper is movably connected to the receiving cavity. The hopper has a material chamber inside and a front end face. A control mechanism is provided at the bottom of the hopper. The hopper has a first position and a second position. In the first position, the front panel and the front end face are flush, and the control mechanism is open. In the second position, the hopper is adapted to extend horizontally out of the receiving cavity through the opening, and the control mechanism is closed.

2. The coffee bean hopper device of the coffee machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control mechanism includes: A movable baffle, movably connected to the hopper, is adapted to switch between an open state and a closed state; An elastic element, connected to the movable baffle, is adapted to provide the movable baffle with an elastic force to switch from the open state to the closed state; A switch assembly, connected to the movable baffle, is adapted to provide a driving force for the movable baffle to switch from the closed state to the open state.

3. The coffee bean hopper device of the coffee machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control mechanism includes: A movable baffle, movably connected to the hopper, is adapted to switch between an open and closed state; a portion of the movable baffle is made of an elastic material. The outer casing is provided with a guide structure, which is adapted to open the movable baffle.

4. The coffee bean hopper device of the coffee machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control mechanism includes: A movable baffle, movably connected to the hopper, is adapted to switch between an open state and a closed state; The movable baffle can be inserted into the receiving cavity by moving along the guide rail. The outer shell is provided with a slider to receive the movable baffle. The movable baffle can move relative to the slider along at least one of the movement tracks.

5. The coffee bean hopper device of the coffee machine according to claim 2, characterized in that, The switching assembly includes: Guide member, the guide member being connected to the movable baffle; The outer casing is provided with a guide structure, and the guide is adapted to move along the guide structure, which is arranged along the depth direction of the receiving cavity.

6. The coffee bean hopper device for a coffee machine according to claim 5, characterized in that, The guide structure is provided with a first guide portion, a transition guide portion, and a second guide portion along the depth direction of the receiving cavity. When the guide member is located in the first guide portion, the control mechanism is in the closed state. When the guide member is located in the second guide portion, the control mechanism is in the open state. When the guide member is located in the transition guide portion, the control mechanism is between the open state and the closed state.

7. The coffee bean hopper device for a coffee machine according to claim 5, characterized in that, The number of movable baffles is two. The first end of the elastic element is connected to one of the movable baffles, and the second end of the elastic element is connected to the other movable baffle. Each movable baffle is provided with a guide, and the guide structure is disposed between the two guides.

8. The coffee bean hopper device for a coffee machine according to claim 5, characterized in that, The device includes a mounting base connected to the bottom of the hopper, a control mechanism disposed between the mounting base and the bottom of the hopper, the mounting base having a movable limiting groove, and a guide member passing through the movable limiting groove and connected to the guide structure.

9. The bean hopper device of the coffee machine according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that, The hopper is recessed inward to form a handle, which is located on the front of the hopper.

10. A coffee machine, characterized in that, include: The bean hopper device of the coffee machine according to any one of claims 1 to 9; The grinder is located below the control mechanism of the bean hopper device; The container body is located below the outlet of the grinder, or the container body is connected to the outlet of the grinder.

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