Beverage dispenser

Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model relates to the technical field of beverage dispensers, and particularly discloses a beverage dispenser which comprises a rack, an extraction mechanism, a pipeline mechanism and a measuring assembly, the extraction mechanism is arranged on the rack, the extraction mechanism is provided with a liquid outlet, the liquid outlet is used for outputting beverages, the pipeline mechanism is arranged on the rack, and the measuring assembly is arranged on the pipeline mechanism. The pipeline mechanism is communicated with the extraction mechanism, the measuring assembly is arranged on the rack, and the measuring assembly is used for bearing a container and measuring the amount of the beverage output by the liquid outlet received by the container. By means of the mode, the volume of the beverage received by the container can be directly measured through the measuring assembly, and errors of the volume of the beverage received by the container are reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of beverage machine technology, and in particular to a beverage machine. Background Technology

[0002] A capsule beverage machine is a very convenient beverage making device. It can brew a beverage with just one button by placing capsules pre-filled with beverage powder into the machine's extraction mechanism.

[0003] However, in the process of implementing the embodiments of this utility model, the inventors discovered that: currently, beverage machines include a frame, an extraction mechanism, and a pipeline mechanism. The extraction mechanism and the pipeline mechanism are both set on the frame. The pipeline mechanism is connected to the extraction mechanism and the water source. When brewing beverages, the pipeline mechanism draws liquid from the water source and delivers the liquid to the extraction mechanism to brew the capsules to obtain the beverage. The beverage flows to the container through the outlet of the extraction mechanism. In order to accurately control the amount of beverage contained in the container, a flow meter is usually installed in the pipeline mechanism to monitor the flow rate. However, the delivery distance from the flow meter to the outlet of the extraction mechanism is relatively long, which leads to a large error in the amount of beverage contained in the container. Utility Model Content

[0004] The main technical problem solved by this utility model is to provide a beverage machine that addresses the issue of large errors in the amount of beverage that can be contained in the container.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides a beverage machine, including a frame, an extraction mechanism, a pipeline mechanism, and a measuring component. The extraction mechanism is disposed on the frame and has a liquid outlet for dispensing beverages. The pipeline mechanism is disposed on the frame and connects to the extraction mechanism. The measuring component is disposed on the frame and is used to hold a container and measure the amount of beverages received by the container from the liquid outlet.

[0006] Optionally, the measuring component includes a measuring element and a support plate, the measuring element being disposed on the frame, the support plate supporting the measuring element, and the support plate being used to support the container.

[0007] Optionally, the frame is provided with a first receiving slot, and the measuring element is received in the first receiving slot.

[0008] Optionally, the measuring component includes a shock absorber disposed on the surface of the bearing plate away from the measuring component.

[0009] Optionally, a second receiving groove is provided on the surface of the bearing plate away from the measuring element, the shock absorber is received in the second receiving groove, and one side of the shock absorber protrudes out of the second receiving groove.

[0010] Optionally, the beverage machine includes a water tray, which is supported by the shock absorber.

[0011] Optionally, the surface of the water-holding tray facing the bearing tray is recessed with a third receiving groove, which receives one side of the shock absorber.

[0012] Optionally, the water-holding tray is provided with a collar, which is fitted onto the support tray.

[0013] Optionally, the beverage machine includes a water tank, which is disposed on the frame and connected to the piping mechanism.

[0014] Optionally, the beverage machine includes a storage box, which is detachably mounted on the frame and is used to store discarded beverage capsules.

[0015] In this embodiment of the invention, the beverage machine includes a frame, an extraction mechanism, a piping mechanism, and a measuring component. The extraction mechanism is mounted on the frame and has a liquid outlet for dispensing beverage. The piping mechanism is mounted on the frame and connects to the extraction mechanism. The measuring component is mounted on the frame and carries a container, measuring the amount of beverage received by the container from the liquid outlet. By directly measuring the amount of beverage received by the container, errors in the amount of beverage received by the container are reduced. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the drawings used in the embodiments of this application will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the beverage machine provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the structure of the beverage machine provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the frame of the beverage machine provided in this embodiment of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the measuring component of the beverage machine provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0021] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of the structure of the measuring component of the beverage machine provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0022] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the water tray of the beverage machine provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0023] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the storage box of the beverage machine provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0024] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram showing the structural connections of the controller, water pump, heater, valve, measuring element, and display operation component of the beverage machine provided in this embodiment of the utility model.

[0025] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0026] 100. Beverage vending machine;

[0027] 1. Frame; 11. First receiving slot; 12. Inlet; 13. Drop outlet;

[0028] 2. Extraction mechanism; 21. Liquid outlet;

[0029] 3. Piping system; 31. Water pump; 32. Heater; 33. Valve;

[0030] 4. Measuring assembly; 41. Base plate; 42. Measuring component; 43. Bearing plate; 431. Fourth receiving groove; 432. Second receiving groove; 44. Shock absorber;

[0031] 5. Water tray; 51. Third receiving trough; 52. Collar ring;

[0032] 6. Water tank;

[0033] 7. Storage tank; 71. First tank; 72. Second tank; 721. Liquid outlet;

[0034] 8. Display operation components;

[0035] 9. Controller. Detailed Implementation

[0036] To facilitate understanding of this utility model, a more detailed description is provided below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that when an element is described as "locked" to another element, it can be directly on the other element, or one or more intermediate elements may exist between them. When an element is described as "connected" to another element, it can be directly connected to the other element, or one or more intermediate elements may exist between them. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "left," "right," and similar expressions used in this specification are for illustrative purposes only.

[0037] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in this specification have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The terminology used in this specification is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the scope of the invention. The term "and / or" as used in this specification includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0038] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 The beverage machine 100 includes a frame 1, an extraction mechanism 2, a piping mechanism 3, and a measuring component 4. The extraction mechanism 2, piping mechanism 3, and measuring component 4 are all mounted on the frame 1. The extraction mechanism 2 is used to brew and dispense the beverage. The piping mechanism 3 connects the extraction mechanism 2 to a water source and is used to transport liquid to the extraction mechanism 2. The measuring component 4 is mounted on the frame 1 and is used to hold a container so that the container receives the amount of beverage dispensed by the extraction mechanism 2 and measures the amount of beverage received by the container. When the measuring component 4 measures that the amount of beverage received by the container has reached a preset amount, the piping mechanism 3 stops working, and the brewing operation of the extraction mechanism 2 stops.

[0039] For rack 1 mentioned above, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The frame 1 is provided with a first receiving slot 11, a placement inlet 12 and a drop outlet 13. The first receiving slot 11 is used to accommodate part of the measuring component 4.

[0040] For extraction mechanism 2 mentioned above, please refer to Figure 2 The extraction mechanism 2 is disposed within the frame 1, located between the inlet 12 and the outlet 13. This allows beverage capsules to be placed into the extraction mechanism 2 through the inlet 12 and discharged from the extraction mechanism 2 through the outlet 13. The extraction mechanism 2 is provided with a liquid outlet 21 for discharging the brewed beverage.

[0041] For the above-mentioned pipeline structure 3, please refer to Figure 2 The piping mechanism 3 is housed within the frame 1 and includes a water pump 31 and a heater 32. The input end of the water pump 31 is connected to a water source, and the output end of the water pump 31 is connected to the heater 32. The heater 32 is connected to the extraction mechanism 2. The water pump 31 draws in liquid, which is then transported to the extraction mechanism 2 after passing through the heater 32. The heater 32 heats the liquid flowing through it.

[0042] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 8The pipeline mechanism 3 also includes a valve 33, which connects the input end of the water pump 31 to the water source. The valve 33 is used to connect or disconnect the water pump 31 from the water source. The valve 33 can be a solenoid valve, butterfly valve, etc., and is not limited in this embodiment.

[0043] For measurement component 4 mentioned above, please refer to Figure 4 and Figure 5 The measuring assembly 4 includes a base plate 41, a measuring element 42, and a support tray 43. The base plate 41 is housed in a first receiving groove 11. The measuring element 42 is also housed in the first receiving groove 11 and connected to the base plate 41. The measuring element 42 is used to measure the amount of beverage received by the container. The support tray 43 supports the measuring element 42 and is used to hold the container. By supporting the container on the measuring assembly 4, the amount of beverage received by the container is directly measured by the measuring element 42, reducing the error in the amount of beverage received by the container.

[0044] In some embodiments, the measuring element 42 is a weighing measuring element 42, which is used to measure the amount of beverage received by the container. It should be noted that when the container is placed on the support tray 43, the measuring element 42 first reduces the weight of the container itself to reduce measurement error.

[0045] The support plate 43 supports the measuring element 42. A fourth receiving groove 431 is provided on the surface of the support element 43. One side of the measuring element 42 protrudes from the first receiving groove 11. The fourth receiving groove 431 receives one side of the measuring element 42. The bottom of the first receiving groove 11 supports one side of the measuring element 42.

[0046] In some embodiments, in order to reduce the impact of vibration on the measuring element 42, the measuring assembly 4 includes a damping element 44 disposed on the surface of the bearing plate 43 away from the measuring element 42.

[0047] In some embodiments, in order to reduce space occupation, the surface of the bearing plate 43 away from the measuring member 42 is provided with a second receiving groove 432, the shock absorber 44 is received in the second receiving groove 432, and one side of the shock absorber 44 protrudes out of the second receiving groove 432.

[0048] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 6 The beverage machine 100 includes a water tray 5, which is supported by a shock absorber 44. The water tray 5 is used to collect residual liquid and to hold containers. It should be noted that when the measuring element 42 performs measurements, it will subtract the weight of the water tray 5 and the weight of the liquid contained in the water tray 5.

[0049] In some embodiments, the surface of the water tray 5 facing the support tray 43 is recessed with a third receiving groove 51, which receives one side of the shock absorber 44. It should be noted that there is a distance between the opening of the third receiving groove 51 and the opening of the second receiving groove 432 to provide shock-absorbing buffer space for the shock absorber 44.

[0050] In some embodiments, the water tray 5 is provided with a collar 52, which is sleeved on the support plate 43 to detachably fix the water tray 5. When it is necessary to clean or pour out residual liquid, the water tray 5 is pulled out. After cleaning or pouring out residual liquid, the water tray 5 is sleeved on the support plate 43 again.

[0051] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 The beverage machine 100 also includes a water tank 6, which is mounted on the frame 1 and is connected to the valve 33.

[0052] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 7 The beverage machine 100 also includes a storage box 7, which is detachably mounted on the frame 1. The storage box 7 is located below the drop outlet 13 and is used to store discarded beverage capsules. Specifically, discarded beverage capsules are discharged from the extraction mechanism 2 and fall into the storage box 7 through the drop outlet 13.

[0053] In some embodiments, the storage box 7 includes a first box body 71 and a second box body 72. The second box body 72 is disposed on the first box body 71 and has a liquid outlet 721. The second box body 72 is used to collect discarded beverage capsules, and the liquid outlet 721 is used to allow the residual liquid from the discarded beverage capsules to flow to the first box body 71, so that the first box body 71 is used to collect the residual liquid from the discarded beverage capsules.

[0054] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 The beverage machine 100 also includes a display operation component 8, which is disposed on the frame 1 and is used to display information and for user operation.

[0055] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 8 The beverage machine 100 also includes a controller 9, which is mounted on the frame 1 and electrically connected to the water pump 31, heater 32, valve 33, measuring element 42, and display operation component 8. The controller 9 is used to control the water pump 31, heater 32, and valve 33. The controller 9 is also used to receive information from the measuring element 42 and the display operation component 8, and to output information to the display operation component 8.

[0056] In this embodiment of the invention, the beverage machine 100 includes a frame 1, an extraction mechanism 2, a piping mechanism 3, and a measuring component 4. The extraction mechanism 2 is mounted on the frame 1 and has a liquid outlet 21 for dispensing beverage. The piping mechanism 3 is mounted on the frame 1 and connects to the extraction mechanism 2. The measuring component 4 is mounted on the frame 1 and carries the container, measuring the amount of beverage dispensed from the liquid outlet 21. By directly measuring the amount of beverage received by the container using the measuring component 4, errors in the amount of beverage received by the container are reduced.

[0057] It should be noted that while the preferred embodiments of this utility model are provided in the specification and accompanying drawings, this utility model can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. These embodiments are not intended to impose additional limitations on the content of this utility model; their purpose is to provide a more thorough and comprehensive understanding of the disclosure of this utility model. Furthermore, the above-described technical features can be combined with each other to form various embodiments not listed above, all of which are considered to be within the scope of this utility model specification. Moreover, those skilled in the art can make improvements or modifications based on the above description, and all such improvements and modifications should fall within the protection scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A beverage machine, characterized in that, The beverage machine comprises: a frame; an extraction mechanism arranged in the frame, the extraction mechanism being provided with a liquid outlet for outputting a beverage; a pipeline mechanism arranged in the frame, the pipeline mechanism being connected to the extraction mechanism; a measuring assembly arranged in the frame, the measuring assembly being used for carrying a container and measuring the amount of beverage received by the container from the liquid outlet.

2. The beverage machine according to claim 1, wherein: the measuring assembly comprises a measuring member arranged in the frame and a carrying disc carried on the measuring member, the carrying disc being used for carrying the container.

3. The beverage machine according to claim 2, wherein: the frame is provided with a first accommodating groove, and the measuring member is accommodated in the first accommodating groove.

4. The beverage machine according to claim 2, wherein: the measuring assembly comprises a damping member arranged on the surface of the carrying disc away from the measuring member.

5. The beverage machine according to claim 4, wherein: the surface of the carrying disc away from the measuring member is provided with a second accommodating groove, and the damping member is accommodated in the second accommodating groove, one side of the damping member protruding out of the second accommodating groove.

6. The beverage machine according to claim 4, wherein: the beverage machine comprises a water receiving disc carried on the damping member.

7. The beverage machine according to claim 6, wherein: the surface of the water receiving disc facing the carrying disc is recessed with a third accommodating groove, and one side of the damping member is accommodated in the third accommodating groove.

8. The beverage machine according to claim 6, wherein: the water receiving disc is provided with a sleeve ring sleeved on the carrying disc.

9. The beverage machine according to any one of claims 1-8, wherein: the beverage machine comprises a water tank arranged in the frame, and the water tank is connected to the pipeline mechanism.

10. The beverage machine according to any one of claims 1-8, wherein: the beverage machine comprises a storage tank, the storage tank being detachably arranged in the frame, and the storage tank is used for storing waste beverage capsules.

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