Kitchen ware drying equipment

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of kitchen ware drying, and discloses kitchen ware drying equipment. The kitchenware drying equipment comprises a shell device, wherein a first cavity and a second cavity which are used as drying storage cavities are formed in the shell device; the chopping board frame is arranged outside the shell device, and an air drying opening is formed in the position, corresponding to the chopping board frame, of the shell device; and the air supply device is arranged in the shell device and is suitable for providing drying airflow. A chopping board frame of the kitchen ware drying equipment is arranged outside a shell device and is independent of an internal drying cavity, and the chopping board frame is independently dried by cold air, so that cracking and damage caused by high-temperature drying are prevented; the first cavity and the second cavity are formed in the shell device, the cutters and the tableware are arranged in the first cavity and the second cavity correspondingly for partitioned drying according to sanitary requirements, odor tainting is avoided, and sanitary safety is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of kitchenware drying technology, specifically to a kitchenware drying device. Background Technology

[0002] Kitchenware drying equipment is a device used to quickly dry kitchenware, prevent bacterial growth, and maintain the hygiene of kitchenware.

[0003] Common kitchen utensil drying equipment places different types, sizes, and materials of kitchen utensils together in the drying chamber for drying. Because it's difficult to determine a suitable drying temperature and time to meet the drying needs of all utensils, this can easily damage heat-sensitive materials or produce toxic or harmful substances. For example, cutting boards are prone to deformation and cracking after prolonged high-temperature drying, affecting the user experience. Furthermore, sharing the same drying chamber with utensils like chopsticks and knives that come into contact with raw food can easily lead to cross-contamination and odor mixing, compromising hygiene and safety. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of this, the present invention provides a kitchenware drying device, which at least solves the problem that it is difficult to determine a suitable drying temperature and drying time to meet the drying needs of all kitchenware.

[0005] In a first aspect, this utility model provides a kitchen utensil drying device, comprising:

[0006] The housing device has a first chamber and a second chamber formed therein, which serve as drying and storage chambers;

[0007] A cutting board rack is externally mounted on the housing device; and the housing device is provided with a drying vent corresponding to the cutting board rack.

[0008] An air supply device, disposed within the housing, is adapted to provide a drying airflow.

[0009] Beneficial effects: The cutting board rack of the kitchen utensil drying equipment is externally mounted on the shell, independent of the internal drying chamber. The cutting board rack is dried separately using cold air, preventing cracking and damage caused by high-temperature drying. The shell forms a first chamber and a second chamber, allowing knives and tableware to be dried separately according to hygiene needs, avoiding cross-contamination of odors and improving hygiene and safety. Furthermore, the external mounting of the cutting board rack facilitates drying larger kitchen utensils such as cutting boards, eliminating the need for a large drying chamber and contributing to the miniaturization and weight reduction of the equipment.

[0010] In one alternative embodiment, the housing device includes:

[0011] panel;

[0012] The rear housing is in which the cutting board rack is installed; the air-drying vent is correspondingly opened in the rear housing.

[0013] A partition assembly is disposed between the panel and the rear housing; a first chamber is formed between the partition assembly and the rear housing; and a second chamber is formed between the partition assembly and the panel.

[0014] Beneficial effects: The first and second chambers are separated between the panel and the rear housing by the partition assembly, which is simple and compact in structure.

[0015] In one optional embodiment, a third chamber is further formed between the panel and the partition assembly; the partition assembly has a first vent and a second vent, the third chamber is connected to the first chamber through the first vent, and the third chamber is connected to the second chamber through the second vent.

[0016] Beneficial effects: The third chamber facilitates the arrangement of the air supply device. The third chamber is connected to the first and second chambers through the first and second vents opened on the partition assembly. The structure is simple, the air supply channel is short, the pressure drop is small, and the energy consumption is low. The vents are located between the partitions of the first and second chambers, so there is no need to leave space at the bottom of the first or second chamber for the drying airflow. This solves the problem of the upper storage space of the tableware storage chamber being occupied.

[0017] In one alternative embodiment, the upper part of the partition assembly is further provided with a third vent, and the first chamber and the second chamber are connected through the third vent.

[0018] Beneficial effects: The drying airflow in the second chamber can enter the first chamber through the third vent and exit from the blade on the blade holder; when a germicidal lamp is installed on the top of the second chamber, the germicidal lamp can also irradiate the first chamber through the third vent to sterilize the blade.

[0019] In one alternative embodiment, the partition assembly includes:

[0020] A middle partition is disposed between the front panel and the rear housing; the middle partition is a housing structure with an opening on one side, and the opening is located on the side of the middle partition closer to the front panel;

[0021] A first partition plate is disposed within the housing of the middle partition plate, dividing the housing into two regions; a second chamber is formed between the panel and the first partition plate; and a third chamber is formed between the panel, the first partition plate, and the middle partition plate.

[0022] Beneficial effects: The middle partition forms a shell structure with one side open. The first partition is installed inside the shell of the middle partition from the open side. The side wall of the first partition can directly separate the space between the panel and the middle partition into the second and third chambers, making the structure more compact.

[0023] In one optional embodiment, the air supply device includes:

[0024] A first air supply assembly is disposed in the third chamber and is adapted to provide drying airflow to the first chamber and the second chamber;

[0025] The second air supply component is isolated from the first air supply component and is adapted to provide a drying cold airflow to the air drying port.

[0026] Beneficial effects: The first air supply component facilitates the supply of hot or cold air to the first and second chambers for drying. The second air supply component is isolated from the first air supply component, which facilitates the supply of cold air to the drying outlet. The isolation between the two air supply components ensures that the cutting board will not be heated during the drying process, and the cold air drying will not cause the cutting board to crack or be damaged.

[0027] In one optional embodiment, a second partition plate is provided in the first chamber, and a fourth chamber communicating with the air drying port is formed between the second partition plate and the rear housing.

[0028] The second air supply component is disposed in the fourth chamber;

[0029] Alternatively, the second air supply component is disposed in the third chamber; a third partition is provided between the second air supply component and the first air supply component; an air vent is provided on the second partition, and the air outlet of the second air supply component enters the fourth chamber through the air vent.

[0030] Beneficial effects: If the second air supply component is placed in the fourth chamber separated from the first chamber, it directly supplies air to the air outlet. The structure is simple and easy to install. Due to the short air duct, the pressure drop is small. If the second air supply component is placed in the third chamber, the existing space in the third chamber can be effectively utilized to arrange the second air supply component, resulting in a high space utilization rate.

[0031] In one alternative embodiment, the panel includes an openable door panel disposed on the side of the second chamber away from the partition assembly, and a knob disposed on the decorative panel side; the cutting board rack is retractably mounted to the housing device;

[0032] The kitchenware drying equipment also includes a door opening and closing linkage mechanism and a sterilization device. The second chamber is equipped with a sterilization device and a flip-up cutlery basket. The cutlery basket is connected to the door panel through the door opening and closing linkage mechanism, so that the cutlery basket has a forward tilting state when the door panel is open and a vertical state when the door panel is closed.

[0033] Beneficial effects: The cutlery basket is connected to the door panel through a door opening and closing linkage mechanism. When the door panel moves, the door opening and closing linkage mechanism will drive the cutlery basket to move. When the door panel is opened, the cutlery basket will tilt forward under the action of the linkage mechanism, making it convenient for users to take out or put in cutlery. When the door panel is closed, the cutlery basket will return to its original vertical state under the action of the door opening and closing linkage mechanism, improving the convenience of use.

[0034] The vertical placement of the dish basket allows residual water on the dishes to settle downwards due to gravity. The door of the second chamber, together with the dish basket, fixes the orientation of the dishes, ensuring the stability of the dish basket and dishes under different drying wind modes and ensuring that the dishes are fully dried.

[0035] The knob is located on one side of the decorative panel and together with the electronic control panel outside the third chamber. This allows for convenient control of the working mode of the kitchenware drying equipment and also makes full use of the space of the kitchenware drying equipment to save space for other chambers, resulting in a high space utilization rate.

[0036] The sterilization device, in conjunction with the second chamber and the vertically placed dish basket in the second chamber, fully acts on the tableware, and is further sterilized in conjunction with drying;

[0037] The cutting board rack is designed for easy storage by pulling it out. When the rack is pulled out of the drying unit, it is convenient to place large kitchen utensils such as cutting boards for drying. When the rack is not in use, it can also be stored inside the drying unit, reducing its footprint and maintaining the aesthetic appearance of the drying unit.

[0038] In one optional implementation, the door opening and closing linkage mechanism includes:

[0039] Elastic reset element;

[0040] The linkage includes a transmission rod and a toggle rod disposed around the transmission rod; the first end of the transmission rod abuts against the elastic reset member, and the second end of the transmission rod abuts against the door panel; the toggle rod is connected to the cutlery basket in a transmission manner.

[0041] Beneficial effects: The two ends of the transmission rod abut against the elastic reset component and the door panel respectively. When the door panel is closed, the elastic reset component is in an elastically compressed state. When the door panel is opened, under the rebound action of the elastic reset component, the transmission rod drives the actuating rod to slide away from the partition assembly. Then, under the push of the actuating rod, the cutlery basket flips and tilts forward away from the partition assembly, so as to facilitate the taking and putting away of cutlery after the door panel is opened. During the closing process, under the push of the door panel, the transmission rod slides towards the partition assembly. The actuating rod moves with the transmission rod, causing the cutlery basket to flip in the opposite direction and return to the vertical state. During the process, the elastic reset component is compressed again.

[0042] In one alternative embodiment, the cutlery basket includes:

[0043] ontology;

[0044] A transmission groove is vertically formed on the side of the body near the linkage rod; the actuating rod is slidably connected to the transmission groove.

[0045] Beneficial effects: The actuating rod is connected to the transmission groove on the main body of the cutlery basket. During the movement of the actuating rod, it slides along the transmission groove and acts on the wall of the transmission groove, pushing the main body to flip, tilt or reset. The structure is simple and highly reliable.

[0046] In one optional embodiment, the partition assembly is provided with a fixed shaft, and the cutlery basket is provided with a corresponding guide groove, the cutlery basket being slidably mounted on the fixed shaft via the guide groove.

[0047] Beneficial effects: While the fixed shaft supports the rotation of the cutlery basket, the guide groove also serves to limit and guide the rotation angle of the cutlery basket. Attached Figure Description

[0048] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the specific embodiments or related technologies of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or related technologies will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0049] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of a kitchen utensil drying device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0050] Figure 2 This is an exploded structural view from a first perspective of a kitchenware drying device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0051] Figure 3 This is an exploded structural view from a second perspective of a kitchenware drying device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0052] Figure 4 This is a third-view exploded structural diagram of a kitchenware drying device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0053] Figure 5 This is a fourth-view exploded structural diagram of a kitchenware drying device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0054] Figure 6 This is a fifth-view exploded structural diagram of a kitchen utensil drying device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0055] Figure 7 This is a sixth-angle exploded view of a kitchenware drying device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0056] Figure 8 This is a first cross-sectional view of a kitchenware drying device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0057] Figure 9 This is a second cross-sectional view of a kitchenware drying device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0058] Figure 10 It shows Figure 9 Airflow status of kitchenware drying equipment;

[0059] Figure 11 This is a first-view perspective perspective view of a partition assembly of a kitchen utensil drying device according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0060] Figure 12 This is a second-view perspective perspective view of a partition assembly of a kitchen utensil drying device according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0061] Figure 13 for Figure 12 Diagram showing the positional relationship between the partition assembly and the air supply assembly;

[0062] Figure 14 This is a third-view perspective perspective structural diagram of a partition assembly of a kitchen utensil drying device according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0063] Figure 15 This is a diagram showing the positional relationship between the partition assembly and the second fan;

[0064] Figure 16 This is a three-dimensional structural view of the front of a middle partition according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0065] Figure 17 This is a perspective view of the back of a middle partition according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0066] Figure 18This is a diagram showing the connection relationship between the first partition plate and the cutlery basket according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0067] Figure 19 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a first partition plate according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0068] Figure 20 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a rear housing according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0069] Figure 21 This is a three-dimensional structural view of the back side of a kitchenware drying device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0070] Figure 22 This is an exploded structural diagram of a kitchen utensil drying device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0071] Figure 23 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection relationship between the pusher and the housing in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0072] Figure 24 This is another exploded structural diagram of a kitchen utensil drying device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0073] Figure 25 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a cutlery basket according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0074] Figure 26 This is a perspective view of the connection structure between a partition assembly and a door opening / closing linkage mechanism according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0075] Figure 27 for Figure 26 Enlarged structural diagram of the central door opening and closing linkage mechanism;

[0076] Figure 28 A front view showing the connection relationship between the partition assembly and the door opening / closing linkage mechanism;

[0077] Figure 29 for Figure 28 Enlarged structural diagram of the central door opening and closing linkage mechanism;

[0078] Figure 30 This is a perspective view of the connection relationship between the intermediate partition and the door opening and closing linkage mechanism according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0079] Figure 31 This is a connection structure diagram of the linkage rod and the elastic reset component according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0080] Figure 32 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the linkage rod according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0081] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0082] 100. First chamber; 200. Second chamber; 300. Third chamber; 400. Fourth chamber;

[0083] 1. Panel; 11. Door panel; 111. Push plate; 12. Decorative panel; 13. Door opening and closing linkage mechanism; 131. Linkage rod; 1311. Transmission rod; 13111. Limit block; 131111. Groove; 131112. Weight reduction structure; 13112. Straight rod section; 1312. Actuating rod; 132. Elastic reset component;

[0084] 2. Partition assembly; 21. Intermediate partition; 211. First vent; 212. Connecting opening; 213. First limiting groove; 215. Fixed shaft; 216. Receiving groove; 22. First partition; 221. Second vent; 222. Third vent; 223. Second limiting groove; 224. Shaft hole; 225. Clearance notch;

[0085] 3. Rear casing; 31. Exhaust vent; 32. Drying vent; 33. Air inlet;

[0086] 4. Tool holder; 41. Blade edge;

[0087] 5. Air supply assembly; 51. First fan; 52. Heater;

[0088] 6. Second partition; 61. Air vent;

[0089] 7. Cutting board rack;

[0090] 8. Dishware basket; 81. Grille; 82. Transmission groove; 83. Guide groove;

[0091] 9. Second fan;

[0092] 10. Mesh grid; 20. Display screen; 30. Knob. Detailed Implementation

[0093] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0094] The following is combined with Figures 1 to 32 The following describes embodiments of the present invention.

[0095] According to embodiments of the present invention, on the one hand, such as Figures 1-4 As shown, a kitchen utensil drying device is provided, comprising:

[0096] The housing device has a first chamber 100 and a second chamber 200 formed therein, which serve as drying and storage chambers;

[0097] The cutting board rack 7 is externally mounted on the housing device; and the housing device is provided with a drying vent 32 corresponding to the cutting board rack 7.

[0098] An air supply device, located inside the housing, is suitable for providing drying airflow.

[0099] The cutting board rack 7 of the kitchen utensil drying equipment is externally mounted on the housing, independent of the internal drying chamber. The cutting board rack 7 uses cold air drying alone to prevent cracking and damage caused by high-temperature drying. The housing forms a first chamber 100 and a second chamber 200, allowing knives and tableware to be dried separately in the first chamber 100 and the second chamber 200 according to hygiene needs, avoiding cross-contamination of odors and improving hygiene and safety. Furthermore, the external mounting of the cutting board rack 7 facilitates the drying of heat-sensitive or bulky kitchen utensils such as cutting boards, eliminating the need for a large drying chamber and contributing to the miniaturization and weight reduction of the equipment.

[0100] In some embodiments, such as Figures 1-8 As shown, the housing assembly includes:

[0101] Panel 1 includes door panel 11, decorative panel 12 and knob 30 located on one side of decorative panel 12;

[0102] The rear housing 3 and the cutting board rack 7 are installed on the rear housing 3; the air drying vent 32 is correspondingly opened on the rear housing 3;

[0103] The partition assembly 2 is disposed between the panel 1 and the rear housing 3; the first chamber 100 is formed between the partition assembly 2 and the rear housing 3; and the second chamber 200 is formed between the partition assembly 2 and the panel 1.

[0104] The first chamber 100 and the second chamber 200 are separated between the panel 1 and the rear housing 3 by the partition assembly 2, which has a simple and compact structure.

[0105] A third chamber 300 is formed between panel 1 and partition assembly 2. Partition assembly 2 has a first vent 211 and a second vent 221. The third chamber 300 is connected to the first chamber 100 through the first vent 211 and to the second chamber 200 through the second vent 221. The third chamber 300 facilitates the arrangement of the air supply device. The third chamber 300 is connected to the first chamber 100 and the second chamber 200 through the first vent 211 and the second vent 221 respectively. This design is simple, with a short air supply channel, low pressure drop, and low energy consumption. The vents are located between the partitions of the first and second chambers, eliminating the need for space at the bottom of the first chamber 100 or the second chamber 200 for drying airflow, thus solving the problem of occupied upper storage space in the tableware storage chamber.

[0106] In some embodiments, the upper part of the partition assembly 2 is further provided with a third ventilation opening 222, and the first chamber 100 and the second chamber 200 are connected through the third ventilation opening 222. The drying airflow of the second chamber 200 can enter the first chamber 100 through the third ventilation opening 222 and exit from the blade 41 on the blade holder 4; when a germicidal lamp is installed on the top of the second chamber 200, the germicidal lamp can also irradiate the first chamber 100 through the third ventilation opening 222 to sterilize the blades.

[0107] In some embodiments, the cutting board rack 7 is retractable and can be installed in the housing device. A groove is provided at the bottom of the back of the housing device, and two parallel sliding grooves are provided on both sides of the groove. Guide rails are provided on both sides of the tray of the cutting board rack 7, and the guide rails slide along the sliding grooves. The cutting board rack 7 includes a rear baffle and a bottom plate. The lower middle part of the baffle is hollow, allowing for hand positioning and pulling of the cutting board rack 7. The bottom of the baffle supports the bottom surface of the rear housing 3. The bottom plate is higher than the bottom of the baffle, leaving a gap with the bottom surface of the rear housing 3 to form a ventilation and drainage space. The bottom plate has two perforated grooves perpendicular to the baffle. A number of limiting devices corresponding to the number of grooves are provided inside the main base near the side of the cutting board rack 7. The grooves are fixed to the limiting devices, and the frame can be pulled out and moved within the length of the grooves.

[0108] In some embodiments, the partition assembly 2 includes:

[0109] A middle partition 21 is disposed between the front panel 1 and the rear housing 3; the middle partition 21 is a housing structure with an opening on one side, and the opening is located on the side of the middle partition 21 closer to the front panel 1;

[0110] The first partition 22 is disposed within the housing of the middle partition 21, dividing the housing into two regions; the second chamber 200 is formed between the panel 1 and the first partition 22; and the third chamber 300 is formed between the panel 1, the first partition 22, and the middle partition 21.

[0111] The middle partition 21 forms a shell structure with one side open. The first partition 22 is installed inside the shell of the middle partition 21 from the open side. The side wall of the first partition 22 can directly separate the space between the panel 1 and the middle partition 21 into the second chamber 200 and the third chamber 300, making the structure more compact.

[0112] The air supply unit includes:

[0113] The first air supply assembly 5 is disposed in the third chamber 300 and is adapted to provide drying airflow to the first chamber 100 and the second chamber 200;

[0114] The second air supply component 5 is isolated from the first air supply component 5 and is suitable for providing a drying cold airflow to the air drying port 32.

[0115] The first air supply assembly 5 facilitates the supply of hot or cold air to the first chamber 100 and the second chamber 200 for drying, while the second air supply assembly 5 facilitates the supply of cold air to the air drying port 32 for drying. The second air supply assembly 5 is isolated from the first air supply assembly 5, thereby preventing the second air supply assembly 5, which supplies air to the cutting board rack 7, from being heated by the heater 52 of the first air supply assembly 5. This ensures that the airflow for drying the cutting board is not heated, and the use of cold airflow for drying will not cause the cutting board to crack or be damaged.

[0116] In some embodiments, a second partition plate 6 is provided in the first chamber 100, and a fourth chamber 400 communicating with the air drying port 32 is formed between the second partition plate 6 and the rear housing 3.

[0117] The second air supply component 5 is located in the fourth chamber 400;

[0118] Alternatively, the second air supply assembly 5 is located in the third chamber 300; a third partition is provided between the second air supply assembly 5 and the first air supply assembly 5; an air outlet 61 is provided on the second partition 6, and the air outlet of the second air supply assembly 5 enters the fourth chamber 400 through the air outlet 61.

[0119] If the second air supply component 5 is arranged in the fourth chamber 400 separated from the first chamber 100, and air is directly supplied from the fourth chamber 400 to the air outlet 61, the structure is simple and easy to install. Moreover, due to the short air duct, the pressure drop is small and the energy consumption is low. If the second air supply component 5 is set in the third chamber 300, the existing space in the third chamber 300 can be effectively utilized to arrange the second air supply component 5, and the space utilization rate is high.

[0120] In some embodiments, such as Figures 9-21As shown, a first ventilation opening 211 is provided at the bottom of the intermediate partition 21, and the third chamber 300 is connected to the first chamber 100 through the first ventilation opening 211; a second ventilation opening 221 is provided at the bottom of the first partition 22, and the drying airflow of the first chamber 100 can enter the second chamber 200 through the second ventilation opening 221; a third ventilation opening 222 is provided at the top of the first partition 22, and a connecting opening 212 is provided at the corresponding position of the intermediate partition 21, and the exhaust air of the second chamber 200 can enter the first chamber 100 through the third ventilation opening 222 and the connecting opening 212; an exhaust vent 31 is provided at the top of the first chamber 100.

[0121] A first vent 211 is provided between the first chamber 100 and the third chamber 300, facilitating the rapid entry of the drying airflow from the third chamber 300 into the first chamber 100 via the first vent 211. Furthermore, the first vent 211 is located at the bottom of the first partition plate 22, allowing the drying airflow to be blown upwards, ensuring sufficient contact with the knives in the first chamber 100 and resulting in good drying performance. A second vent 221 is provided at the bottom of the first partition plate 22, connecting the bottom of the second chamber 200 and the first chamber 100. This allows a portion of the drying airflow entering the first chamber 100 from the third chamber 300 to enter the second chamber 200 via the second vent 221 to dry the tableware in the second chamber 200. A third ventilation opening 222 and a connecting opening 212 are respectively opened at the top of the first partition 22 and the top of the middle partition 21, connecting the top of the second chamber 200 and the top of the first chamber 100. The airflow after drying the kitchen utensils in the second chamber 200 can enter the first chamber 100 through the third ventilation opening 222 and the connecting opening 212 in sequence, and then be discharged from the exhaust port 31 at the top of the first chamber 100.

[0122] The cutlery basket 8 can be set at the bottom of the first partition plate 22. The second vent 221 is set at the lower part of the first partition plate 22, corresponding to the cutlery basket 8. The drying airflow enters the second chamber 200 through the second vent 221, and enters the cutlery basket 8 through the grid 81 on the cutlery basket 8. After drying from bottom to top, it enters the first chamber 100 through the third vent 222 and the connecting port 212 respectively opened at the top of the first partition plate 22 and the middle partition plate 21, and then exits from the knife edge 41.

[0123] In some embodiments, such as Figures 22-32As shown, the kitchenware drying equipment also includes a door opening and closing linkage mechanism 13. A foldable dish basket 8 is installed in the second chamber 200. The dish basket 8 is connected to the door panel 11 via the door opening and closing linkage mechanism 13, allowing the dish basket 8 to have a forward-tilted state when the door panel 11 is open and a vertical state when the door panel 11 is closed. The door opening and closing linkage mechanism 13 includes an elastic reset member 132 and a linkage rod 131. The linkage rod 131 includes a transmission rod 1311 and a toggle rod 1312 disposed around the transmission rod 1311. The first end of the transmission rod 1311 abuts against the elastic reset member 132, and the second end of the transmission rod 1311 abuts against the door panel 11. The toggle rod 1312 is connected to the dish basket 8.

[0124] The cutlery basket 8 is connected to the door panel 11 via a linkage mechanism. When the door panel 11 moves, the linkage mechanism will drive the cutlery basket 8 to move. When the door panel 11 is opened, the cutlery basket 8 will tilt forward under the action of the linkage mechanism, making it convenient for users to take out or put in cutlery. When the door panel 11 is closed, the cutlery basket 8 will return to its original vertical state under the action of the linkage mechanism, improving the convenience of use. The two ends of the transmission rod 1311 abut against the elastic reset member 132 and the door panel 11, respectively. When the door panel 11 is closed, the elastic reset member 132 is in an elastically compressed state. When the door panel 11 is opened, under the rebound action of the elastic reset member 132, the transmission rod 1311 drives the actuating rod 1312 to slide away from the partition assembly 2. Then, under the push of the actuating rod 1312, the cutlery basket 8 rotates and tilts away from the partition assembly 2, so as to facilitate the taking and putting away of cutlery after the door panel 11 is opened. During the closing process of the door panel 11, under the push of the door panel 11, the transmission rod 1311 slides towards the partition assembly 2. The actuating rod 1312 moves with the transmission rod 1311, driving the cutlery basket 8 to rotate in the opposite direction and return to the vertical state. During the process, the elastic reset member 132 is compressed again.

[0125] The cutlery basket 8 has a transmission groove 82 on the side near the linkage rod 131, and guide grooves 83 on the left and right sides. A fixed shaft 215 is provided on the partition assembly 2, and the cutlery basket 8 is slidably mounted on the fixed shaft 215 via the guide grooves 83. The transmission groove 82 matches the actuating rod 1312, facilitating the action of the actuating rod 1312 on the cutlery basket 8 during door opening and closing, enabling the cutlery basket 8 to tilt and reset. The fixed shaft 215 not only serves as the fixed shaft for the cutlery basket 8 but also provides fixation, limitation, and support.

[0126] like Figure 25 As shown, both the transmission groove 82 and the guide groove 83 are strip-shaped grooves, which are vertically opened on the outer side wall of the cutlery basket 8 body along the height direction. There is one transmission groove 82, located on the side of the body close to the linkage rod 131; there are two guide grooves 83, located on the left and right sides of the cutlery basket 8.

[0127] like Figure 31 and Figure 32 As shown, the transmission rod 1311 includes:

[0128] Straight rod section 13112, elastic reset element 132 is sleeved on straight rod section 13112;

[0129] The limiting block 13111 is located at one end of the straight rod section 13112 near the door panel 11; the two ends of the elastic reset member 132 abut against the limiting block 13111 and the housing, respectively.

[0130] The limiting block 13111 can limit the movement range of the straight rod section 13112 and control the tilt angle of the cutlery basket 8. On the other hand, the limiting block 13111 can also serve as the load-bearing abutment part of the elastic reset member 132. Furthermore, the limiting block 13111 can also provide a reliable force application surface for the transmission rod 1311.

[0131] It should be noted that the limiting block 13111 includes a mating part located away from the straight rod section 13112. The mating part is provided with a groove 131111. The shape of the groove 131111 matches the structure of the front end of the push plate 111, so that the push plate 111 can be embedded in the groove 131111. Moreover, the raised walls on the upper and lower sides of the groove 131111 can limit the push plate 111, making the transmission smoother and more reliable, and preventing the push plate 111 from slipping and causing the linkage mechanism to fail.

[0132] In some embodiments, a grid-like weight-reducing structure 131112 may be provided on the limiting block 13111 to reduce movement resistance; a hollow portion may also be provided for weight reduction.

[0133] In some embodiments, the first air supply assembly 5 includes a first fan 51 and a heater 52, and the second air supply assembly 5 includes a second fan 9. A heat insulation plate is disposed between the second fan 9 and the heater 52. When hot air drying is required, the heater 52 is turned on, so that the air blown by the first fan 51 is heated by the heater 52 to dry the kitchenware, thereby improving drying efficiency. Specifically, the first fan 51 is disposed in the upper part of the third chamber 300, and the heater 52 is disposed in the lower part of the third chamber 300. After the heater 52 is turned on, the cold air blown by the first fan 51 flows through the heater 52 and is heated to become hot air. The heater 52 can be a PTC heater 52, and the heating temperature is adjustable.

[0134] The first air supply assembly 5 can blow either cold or hot air, while the second air supply assembly 5 can only blow cold air. In one embodiment, the drying airflow blown by the first air supply assembly is output from the third chamber 300 to the first chamber 100 and the second chamber 200. The second air supply assembly 5 is disposed in the third chamber 300, which has a cold air inlet leading to the fourth chamber 400. The cold air inlet is located at the bottom of the intermediate partition 21. The first fan 51 is located above the PTC heater 52. The lower part of the PTC heater 52 has a closed air duct. The outlet of the air duct has a square space. The left and right long sides of the square space are ventilation openings, namely the first ventilation opening 211 and the second ventilation opening 221. The second fan 9 is located at the rear of the PTC heater 52. The second fan 9 and the PTC heater 52 are separated by a solid partition to prevent the heater 52 from heating the cold airflow blown by the second fan 9.

[0135] The kitchenware drying equipment also includes a sterilization device, which can be activated simultaneously during the drying process. A lighting fixture is also installed in the second chamber 200, which illuminates the second chamber 200 when it is opened. Specifically, the sterilization device includes an ultraviolet lamp, and the sterilization device and / or the lighting fixture are located at the top of the second chamber 200.

[0136] After the kitchen appliance drying equipment is turned on by pressing the power button, it defaults to a 45-minute normal mode. Users can adjust the program running time and corresponding mode using knob 30. Knob 30 can be adjusted left and right steplessly, cycling infinitely from fast mode (turn left) -> normal mode -> deep mode (turn right) -> air drying mode (turn twice in the same direction). While turning knob 30, the program working time is updated, and the display screen 20 above simultaneously displays the current program working time and corresponding mode.

[0137] In normal mode, display screen 20 shows "Normal Mode". The drying unit and UV lamp work for 35 minutes. After heater 52 is turned off, the first fan 51 continues to work for 10 minutes. After the program is completed, it will automatically switch to fresh air mode 4 hours later.

[0138] In air-drying mode, the display screen 20 will show "Air-drying mode" and the second fan 9 will start. After the cold air works for 30 minutes, the second fan 9 will turn off.

[0139] In fast mode, the display screen 20 displays "Fast Mode". The drying unit and UV lamp work for 12 minutes, then the heater 52 is turned off, and the first fan 51 continues to work for 3 minutes. After the program is completed, it automatically switches to fresh air mode 4 hours later.

[0140] In deep mode, the display screen 20 displays "deep mode" and the drying unit, ultraviolet lamp and second fan 9 start working. After working for 35 minutes, the heater 52 of the drying unit, ultraviolet lamp and second fan 9 are turned off, and the first fan 51 continues to work for 10 minutes. After the program is completed, it will automatically switch to fresh air mode 4 hours later.

[0141] Fresh air mode: After the drying unit finishes drying for 4 hours, the single cold air (first fan 51) will start for 5 minutes every 4 hours; the fresh air mode can work for a maximum of 72 hours, after which it will automatically power off. When the fresh air program is started, the display screen 20 will show "5" minutes, using a minute countdown, and the other icons will be off with no icons displayed.

[0142] When in working mode, the ambient light illuminates in a breathing light pattern (single-color breathing light, breathing frequency 2 seconds). When not in working mode, the ambient light turns off.

[0143] Although embodiments of the present invention have been described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, and such modifications and variations all fall within the scope defined by this application.

Claims

1. A kitchen utensil drying device, characterized in that, include: The housing device has a first chamber (100) and a second chamber (200) formed therein, which serve as drying and storage chambers; The cutting board rack (7) is externally placed in the housing device; and the housing device is provided with a drying vent (32) corresponding to the cutting board rack (7); An air supply device, disposed within the housing, is adapted to provide a drying airflow.

2. The kitchenware drying equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing assembly includes: Panel (1); The rear housing (3) is on which the cutting board rack (7) is installed; the air drying vent (32) is opened in the rear housing (3); A partition assembly (2) is disposed between the panel (1) and the rear housing (3); a first chamber (100) is formed between the partition assembly (2) and the rear housing (3); and a second chamber (200) is formed between the partition assembly (2) and the panel (1).

3. The kitchenware drying equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, A third chamber (300) is formed between the panel (1) and the partition assembly (2); the partition assembly (2) is provided with a first vent (211) and a second vent (221), the third chamber (300) is connected to the first chamber (100) through the first vent (211), and the third chamber (300) is connected to the second chamber (200) through the second vent (221).

4. The kitchenware drying equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, The upper part of the partition assembly (2) is also provided with a third ventilation opening (222), and the first chamber (100) and the second chamber (200) are connected through the third ventilation opening (222).

5. The kitchenware drying equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that, The partition assembly (2) includes: A middle partition (21) is disposed between the front panel (1) and the rear housing (3); the middle partition (21) is a housing structure with an open side, and the open side is located on the side of the middle partition (21) closer to the front panel (1); A first partition plate (22) is disposed within the housing of the middle partition plate (21) to divide the housing into two regions; a second chamber (200) is formed between the panel (1) and the first partition plate (22); and a third chamber (300) is formed between the panel (1), the first partition plate (22), and the middle partition plate (21).

6. The kitchenware drying equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that, The air supply device includes: A first air supply assembly (5) is disposed in the third chamber (300) and is adapted to provide drying airflow to the first chamber (100) and the second chamber (200); The second air supply assembly (5) is isolated from the first air supply assembly (5) and is adapted to provide a drying cold airflow to the air drying port (32).

7. The kitchenware drying equipment according to claim 6, characterized in that, A second partition plate (6) is provided in the first chamber (100), and a fourth chamber (400) communicating with the air drying port (32) is formed between the second partition plate (6) and the rear shell (3); The second air supply assembly (5) is disposed in the fourth chamber (400); Alternatively, the second air supply component (5) is disposed in the third chamber (300); a third partition is disposed between the second air supply component (5) and the first air supply component (5); an air outlet (61) is provided on the second partition (6), and the air outlet of the second air supply component (5) enters the fourth chamber (400) through the air outlet (61).

8. The kitchenware drying equipment according to any one of claims 2 to 7, characterized in that, The panel (1) includes an openable door panel (11) located on the side of the second chamber (200) away from the partition assembly (2), and a knob (30) located on the side of the decorative panel (12); the cutting board rack (7) is retractable and installed in the housing device. The kitchenware drying equipment also includes a door opening and closing linkage mechanism (13) and a sterilization device. The second chamber (200) is equipped with a sterilization device and a flip-over cutlery basket (8). The cutlery basket (8) is connected to the door panel (11) through the door opening and closing linkage mechanism (13), so that the cutlery basket (8) has a forward tilting state when the door panel (11) is open and a vertical state when the door panel (11) is closed.

9. The kitchenware drying equipment according to claim 8, characterized in that, The door opening and closing linkage mechanism (13) includes: Elastic reset element (132); The linkage rod (131) includes a transmission rod (1311) and a toggle rod (1312) disposed around the transmission rod (1311); the first end of the transmission rod (1311) abuts against the elastic reset member (132), and the second end of the transmission rod (1311) abuts against the door panel (11); the toggle rod (1312) is connected to the cutlery basket (8) in a transmission connection.

10. The kitchenware drying equipment according to claim 9, characterized in that, The cutlery basket (8) includes: ontology; A transmission groove (82) is vertically formed on the side of the body near the linkage rod (131); the actuating rod (1312) is slidably connected to the transmission groove (82).

11. The kitchenware drying equipment according to claim 10, characterized in that, The partition assembly (2) is provided with a fixed shaft (215), and the cutlery basket (8) is provided with a corresponding guide groove (83). The cutlery basket (8) is slidably mounted on the fixed shaft (215) through the guide groove (83).

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