Feeding device and automatic cooking system with same

Abstract

The utility model relates to a feeding device and an automatic cooking system with the same. The feeding device comprises a box body and a seasoning falling assembly. The box body comprises at least one seasoning case, a blanking hole is formed in the bottom of each seasoning case, and a baffle movably connected with the box body is arranged below each blanking hole; the seasoning falling assemblies are correspondingly arranged below the baffles, and each seasoning falling assembly comprises a guide assembly and a movable part; the guide component is fixedly connected with the bottom surface of the baffle; one end of the movable part is connected with the guide assembly, the other end of the movable part is detachably connected with the box body, and the movable part can move relative to the guide assembly to control the baffle to rotate relative to the box body. According to the feeding device, each seasoning grid can be independently controlled, so that each blanking hole can be accurately opened as required during feeding, the feeding sequence and accurate feeding of seasonings are ensured, the feeding device can adapt to various cooking scenes and taste requirements, and the universality and practicability of the feeding device are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of automatic cooking technology, specifically to a feeding device and an automatic cooking system having the same. Background Technology

[0002] In the food preparation and catering industry, ingredient dispensing devices are one of the core pieces of equipment in the kitchen, and their performance directly affects cooking efficiency and the quality of dishes. Traditional ingredient dispensing devices, such as spice jars or bottles, while meeting basic cooking needs to a certain extent, still have significant room for improvement in terms of ease of operation, dispensing accuracy, and automation and intelligence.

[0003] With the continuous advancement of technology and the improvement of people's living standards, automatic cooking systems are gradually entering people's lives. However, when using traditional ingredient dispensing devices in automatic cooking systems, problems such as complex operation and inaccurate dispensing become increasingly prominent, significantly reducing the level of automation and intelligence in cooking. Furthermore, these traditional dispensing devices often cannot achieve precise control over the amount of seasoning dispensed, which not only affects the taste of the dishes but may also lead to food waste and increased cooking costs. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the problem that existing feeding devices cannot be used in conjunction with automatic cooking devices, resulting in complex operation, inaccurate feeding, and a significant reduction in the automation and intelligence level of cooking.

[0005] This application provides a feeding device, including a box and a seasoning dropping assembly;

[0006] The box body includes at least one seasoning compartment, each seasoning compartment has a discharge hole at the bottom, and each discharge hole has a baffle that is movably connected to the box body below it.

[0007] The condiment dropping assembly is disposed below each of the baffles. The condiment dropping assembly includes a guide assembly and a movable component. The guide assembly is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the baffle. One end of the movable component is connected to the guide assembly, and the other end is detachably connected to the box body. The movable component is configured to move relative to the guide assembly to control the rotation of the baffle relative to the box body.

[0008] Furthermore, the guide assembly includes a first guide fixing member and a second guide fixing member, and the movable member is movably disposed between the first guide fixing member and the second guide fixing member.

[0009] Furthermore, a guide structure is provided on the bottom surface of the baffle, and a guide engagement structure is provided on the movable part to cooperate with the guide structure.

[0010] Furthermore, the guide assembly includes an elastic element, which is sleeved on the movable element, and both ends of the elastic element abut against the first guide fixing element and the second guide fixing element, respectively.

[0011] Furthermore, the guide assembly includes a guide groove, which is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the baffle. The movable component includes a sliding block and a connecting rod. The sliding block is slidably connected to the guide groove, and one end of the connecting rod is connected to the sliding block, while the other end is used for transmission connection with the drive mechanism.

[0012] Furthermore, the bottom of the box is provided with a baffle connecting structure, and the baffle is rotatably connected to the box through the baffle connecting structure and the rotating shaft.

[0013] Furthermore, a sealing structure is provided between each of the material discharge holes and the baffle.

[0014] Furthermore, each of the two side walls of the box is provided with an installation structure, and the installation structure is provided with multiple guide channels. Each guide channel corresponds to a seasoning dropping component. One end of the movable part is detachably connected to the box through the guide channel.

[0015] Furthermore, a driving mechanism is provided on the side of the box body, and the end of the movable part corresponds to the drive end of the driving mechanism.

[0016] This application also provides an automatic cooking system, including a pot lid assembly and the aforementioned feeding device, the feeding device being detachably disposed within the pot lid assembly.

[0017] Implementing the embodiments of this application has the following beneficial effects:

[0018] This application's dispensing device, by equipping each seasoning compartment with an independent baffle and seasoning dropping assembly, can precisely control the dispensing of seasonings in each compartment. Because each compartment can be controlled independently, each dispensing hole can be opened accurately as needed during dispensing, ensuring the correct order and precise dispensing of seasonings. This improves cooking precision and allows the dispensing device to adapt to various cooking scenarios and flavor preferences, enhancing its versatility and practicality.

[0019] In the event of a malfunction or abnormality in the baffle or seasoning dropper component of a certain seasoning compartment, the feeding device of this application can maintain normal control of other seasoning compartments, thereby ensuring overall stability and reliability. It also facilitates troubleshooting and repair, reducing maintenance costs. This feeding device can be used in conjunction with an automatic cooking system, precisely controlling the movement of moving parts through a control system to achieve automatic seasoning dispensing, reducing the tediousness of manual operation and making the cooking process more convenient and efficient. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments or prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are merely some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without any creative effort.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a feeding device according to an embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the rear structure of a feeding device;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the assembly of the material discharge hole, baffle, and seasoning dropping component in an embodiment of this application;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the seasoning dropping component in an embodiment of this application;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the connection between the movable component and the baffle in an embodiment of this application;

[0026] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the automatic cooking system according to an embodiment of this application;

[0027] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the automatic cooking system according to an embodiment of this application.

[0028] The corresponding reference numerals in the figure are as follows: pot body assembly 1, first temperature detection device 11, handle 12, pot body 13, pot lid assembly 2, inner lid 21, outer lid 22, feeding assembly receiving area 23, stirring component 24, feeding device 3, seasoning dropping assembly 31, guiding assembly 311, first guiding fixing component 3111, second guiding fixing component 3112, elastic component 3113, movable component 312, guiding mating structure 3121, limiting structure 3122, box body 32, seasoning compartment 321, material dropping hole 322, baffle connecting structure 323, baffle 33, guiding structure 331, mounting structure 34, guiding channel 341, sealing structure 35, driving mechanism 4, linear driving structure 41, and sealing assembly 5. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0030] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "outer," "top," and "bottom," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or regarding the vertical, perpendicular, or gravitational direction of the component itself. These terms are used only for the convenience of describing this application and for 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 this application. The terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature.

[0031] Unless otherwise defined, the technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art. The terminology used herein is for descriptive purposes only and is not intended to limit the scope of this application. Terms such as “part” or “component” appearing herein can refer to a single part or a combination of multiple parts. Terms such as “installation,” “setup,” and “connection” appearing herein should be interpreted broadly; for example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can indicate that one component is directly attached to another component or that one component is attached to another component via an intermediate component; they can refer to the internal connection of two elements. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances. A feature described in one embodiment herein may be applied alone or in combination with other features to another embodiment, unless that feature is not applicable in that other embodiment or is otherwise stated.

[0032] The following combination Figure 1-5 This application provides a feeding device including a box body 32 and a seasoning dropping component 31. The box body 32 includes at least one seasoning compartment 321. Each seasoning compartment 321 has a dropping hole 322 at its bottom. Each dropping hole 322 has a baffle 33 that is movably connected to the box body 32 below it.

[0033] The condiment dropping assembly 31 is correspondingly disposed below each baffle 33. The condiment dropping assembly 31 includes a guide assembly 311 and a movable part 312. The guide assembly 311 is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the baffle 33. One end of the movable part 312 is connected to the guide assembly 311, and the other end is detachably connected to the box body 32. The movable part 312 is configured to be able to move relative to the guide assembly 311 to control the rotation of the baffle 33 relative to the box body 32.

[0034] Specifically, the box body 32 is made of food-grade stainless steel or plastic to ensure food safety. The box body 32 contains multiple seasoning compartments 321, each for storing different seasonings such as salt, sugar, and monosodium glutamate. Each seasoning compartment 321 has a discharge hole 322 at its bottom, the size of which is precisely designed according to the size of the seasoning particles and the amount to be added. Below each discharge hole 322 is a baffle 33, which is connected to the box body 32 via a hinge or other movable connection, allowing the baffle 33 to open or close the discharge hole 322 as needed. A guide assembly 311 is fixed to the bottom surface of the baffle 33, and can be in the form of a guide rail or a groove, ensuring that the movable part 312 can move along it. One end of the movable part 312 is connected to the guide assembly 311, and the other end is connected to the box body 32 via a magnet, snap-fit, or other means, so that it can be separated from the box body 32 when needed. In one possible implementation, the movable member 312 can move relative to the guide assembly 311 under the drive of the drive mechanism 4, thereby controlling the rotation of the baffle 33 relative to the box body 32. Specifically, when the movable member 312 moves away from the box body 32, the baffle 33 opens accordingly, allowing the condiment to fall from the discharge hole 322; when the movable member 312 moves closer to the box body 32, the baffle 33 closes, preventing the condiment from falling.

[0035] The feeding device of this application embodiment, by equipping each seasoning compartment 321 with an independent baffle 33 and a seasoning dropping component 31, can precisely control the dispensing of seasonings in each compartment. Since each seasoning compartment 321 can be controlled independently, each dispensing hole 322 can be opened accurately as needed during dispensing, thereby ensuring the order and accuracy of seasoning dispensing. This improves the precision of cooking and allows the feeding device to adapt to various cooking scenarios and flavor preferences, enhancing its versatility and practicality.

[0036] In this embodiment, when the baffle 33 or seasoning drop assembly 31 of a certain seasoning compartment 321 malfunctions or malfunctions, the feeding device can maintain normal control of other seasoning compartments, thereby ensuring overall stability and reliability. It also facilitates troubleshooting and repair, reducing maintenance costs. This feeding device can work in conjunction with an automatic cooking system, precisely controlling the movement of the moving parts 312 through the control system to achieve automatic seasoning dispensing, reducing the tediousness of manual operation and making the cooking process more convenient and efficient.

[0037] In one possible implementation, the guide assembly 311 includes a first guide fixing member 3111 and a second guide fixing member 3112, with a movable member 312 movably disposed between the first guide fixing member 3111 and the second guide fixing member 3112. One end of the movable member 312 is used for transmission connection with the drive mechanism 4, and the rotation of the baffle 33 is controlled by the movement of the movable member 312 relative to the guide assembly 311. A limiting structure 3122 is provided on the movable member 312 between the first guide fixing member 3111 and the second guide fixing member 3112. When the movable member 312 is separated from the housing 32, the limiting structure 3122 abuts against the second guide fixing member 3112 to prevent the movable member 312 from falling off.

[0038] Furthermore, a guide structure 331 is provided on the bottom surface of the baffle 33, and a guide engagement structure 3121 that cooperates with the guide structure 331 is provided on the movable member 312. The guide structure 331 can be a raised guide strip, a groove, or other shape suitable for cooperating with the movable member 312. Correspondingly, the movable member 312 is provided with a guide engagement structure 3121 that cooperates with the guide structure 331, such as a groove, a raised strip, or other shape that can interact with the guide structure 331. The cooperation between the guide structure 331 and the guide engagement structure 3121 makes the movement of the movable member 312 smoother.

[0039] Furthermore, the guide assembly 311 includes an elastic element 3113, which is sleeved on the movable member 312. The two ends of the elastic element 3113 abut against the first guide fixing member 3111 and the second guide fixing member 3112, respectively. The elastic element 3113 can be a spring, a rubber ring, or other elastic components. When the movable member 312 moves under the drive of the drive mechanism 4, the elastic element 3113 provides a counter-force to slow down the movement of the movable member 312, making its movement smoother. This allows the baffle 33 to open smoothly, and the seasonings to be accurately added to the ingredients in the pot.

[0040] In another possible implementation, the guide assembly 311 includes a guide groove, which is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the baffle 33. The movable part 312 includes a sliding block and a connecting rod. The sliding block is slidably connected to the guide groove. One end of the connecting rod is connected to the sliding block, and the other end is used for transmission connection with the drive mechanism 4. The connecting rod is driven to move by moving the sliding block, thereby controlling the rotation of the baffle 33.

[0041] Furthermore, the bottom of the box body 32 is provided with a baffle connecting structure 323, and the baffle 33 is rotatably connected to the box body 32 through the baffle connecting structure 323 and the rotating shaft. When it is necessary to control the seasoning from falling from the discharge hole 322, the baffle 33 can rotate around the rotating shaft, thereby opening or closing the discharge hole 322.

[0042] Furthermore, a sealing structure 35 is provided between each discharge hole 322 and the baffle 33. The sealing structure can be a rubber gasket, a soft sealing strip, or other suitable sealing material. When the baffle 33 closes the discharge hole 322, the sealing structure 35 will ensure a tight fit between the two to prevent the seasoning from leaking.

[0043] Furthermore, mounting structures 34 are provided on both side walls of the box body 32. Each mounting structure 34 has multiple guide channels 341, each corresponding to a condiment dropping component 31. One end of the movable component 312 is detachably connected to the box body 32 via the guide channel 341. The mounting structures 34 and guide channels 341 ensure that the movable component 312 can move along a predetermined path to precisely control the rotation of the baffle 33, while also facilitating the installation, disassembly, and maintenance of the condiment dropping component 31.

[0044] Furthermore, a drive mechanism 4 is provided on the side of the housing 32, and the end of the movable member 312 corresponds to the drive-out end of the drive mechanism 4. Specifically, the drive mechanism 4 includes at least one linear drive structure 41, each linear drive structure 41 corresponding to the condiment dropping assembly 31 below the condiment compartment 321. In one possible embodiment, the linear drive structure 41 can be a linear drive device such as an electromagnetic push rod or an electric push rod. The drive-out end of the linear drive structure 41 corresponds to the end of the movable member 312, and the linear drive structure 41 can drive the movable member 312 to move and separate from the guide channel 341, thereby controlling the rotation of the baffle 33.

[0045] This application also provides an automatic cooking system, such as... Figure 6-7 As shown, it includes a pot lid assembly 2 and a feeding device 3, the feeding device 3 being detachably installed inside the pot lid assembly 2.

[0046] The pot lid assembly 2 includes an inner lid 21 and an outer lid 22. A feeding component receiving area 23 is provided between the inner lid 21 and the outer lid 22, and the feeding device 3 is disposed within the feeding component receiving area 23. A stirring element 24 is provided on the side of the inner lid 21 facing the pot body assembly 1. A second temperature detection device is provided on the stirring element 24, which is used to obtain the temperature of the food in the pot during cooking. A sealing assembly 5 is provided on the pot lid assembly 2, which is disposed on the feeding component receiving area 23 and is used to cover the feeding device 3.

[0047] The automatic cooking system also includes a pot assembly 1, a drive mechanism 4, and a control mechanism. The pot assembly 1 is equipped with a first temperature detection device 11 for detecting the temperature of the pot body 13 during cooking. Specifically, the first temperature detection device is located on the handle 12 of the pot assembly 1. The first temperature detection device 11 can be an infrared temperature sensor, used to measure the temperature of the pot body 13 by using infrared light emitted from the pot body 13.

[0048] The drive mechanism 4 is located inside the pot lid assembly 2 and is used to drive the seasoning dropping assembly 31 of the feeding box 3 to control the feeding of seasonings in different seasoning compartments 321.

[0049] The control mechanism is connected to the first temperature detection device 11 and the second temperature detection device to receive and process temperature data, combine it with preset recipe information, determine the cooking status of the ingredients, and based on the determined cooking status, control the addition of seasonings in the corresponding seasoning compartment 321 through the drive mechanism 4.

[0050] To facilitate use with an automatic cooking system, the feeding device of this application can be connected to the control mechanism of the automatic cooking system via wired or wireless means. The control mechanism can control the movement of the movable part 312 according to the preset cooking program, cooking temperature, or real-time cooking situation, thereby precisely controlling the feeding time of different seasonings.

[0051] The automatic cooking system of this application, through the design of the feeding device combined with a first temperature detection device on the pot body assembly and a second temperature detection device on the stirring element in the pot lid assembly, enables the system to simultaneously acquire temperature data from both the outside of the pot and the inside of the food, resulting in a more accurate assessment of the food's cooking status. Combined with preset recipe information, the control mechanism can accurately determine the cooking status of the food based on real-time temperature data and accordingly control the dispensing of seasonings into different compartments in the feeding box. This intelligent seasoning dispensing based on actual cooking conditions and food temperature ensures more precise timing of seasoning dispensing, effectively avoiding the problem of adding seasonings too early or too late, thereby improving the taste and nutritional value of the dish and enhancing the accuracy and intelligence of the cooking process.

[0052] Obviously, the embodiments described above are merely some of the embodiments in this specification, and not all of them. Based on the embodiments in this specification, those skilled in the art can make other variations or modifications without creative effort, and all such variations should fall within the scope of protection of the embodiments in this specification.

[0053] Other embodiments of the embodiments disclosed herein will readily occur to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the specification and practice of the embodiments disclosed herein. This specification is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of the embodiments thereof that follow the general principles of the embodiments thereof and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed in the embodiments thereof. The specification and embodiments are to be considered exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of the embodiments thereof are indicated by the following claims.

[0054] It should be understood that the embodiments described herein are not limited to the precise structures already described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes can be made without departing from their scope. The scope of the embodiments described herein is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A dosing device, characterized in that The box body (32) comprises at least one seasoning compartment (321), and each of the seasoning compartments (321) is provided with a seasoning dropping hole (322) in the bottom, and a baffle (33) movably connected with the box body (32) is arranged below each of the seasoning dropping holes (322). The seasoning dropping assembly (31) is arranged below each of the baffles (33) correspondingly, and the seasoning dropping assembly (31) comprises a guide assembly (311) and a movable piece (312); the guide assembly (311) is fixedly connected with the bottom surface of the baffle (33); one end of the movable piece (312) is connected with the guide assembly (311), and the other end is separably connected with the box body (32); the movable piece (312) is configured to be movable relative to the guide assembly (311) to control the rotation of the baffle (33) relative to the box body (32). The guide assembly (311) comprises a first guide fixing piece (3111) and a second guide fixing piece (3112), and the movable piece (312) is movably arranged between the first guide fixing piece (3111) and the second guide fixing piece (3112).

2. A dosing device according to claim 1, characterized in that The bottom surface of the baffle (33) is provided with a guide structure (331), and the movable piece (312) is provided with a guide matching structure (3121) matched with the guide structure.

3. A dosing device according to claim 2, characterized in that The guide assembly (311) comprises an elastic piece (3113), the elastic piece (3113) is sleeved on the movable piece (312), and the two ends of the elastic piece (3113) are respectively abutted with the first guide fixing piece (3111) and the second guide fixing piece (3112).

4. A dosing device according to claim 2, characterized in that The guide assembly (311) comprises a guide chute, the guide chute is fixedly connected with the bottom surface of the baffle (33), the movable piece (312) comprises a sliding block and a connecting rod, the sliding block is slidably connected with the guide chute, and one end of the connecting rod is connected with the sliding block and the other end is used for transmission connection with a driving mechanism (4).

5. The feeding device according to claim 1, wherein The bottom of the box body (32) is provided with a baffle connecting structure (323), the baffle (33) is rotationally connected with the box body (32) through the baffle connecting structure (323) and a rotating shaft.

6. A dosing device according to claim 1, characterized in that Each of the seasoning dropping holes (322) and the baffle (33) is provided with a sealing structure (35).

7. A feeding device according to claim 1, characterized in that Both side walls of the box body (32) are provided with a mounting structure (34), the mounting structure (34) is provided with a plurality of guide channels (341), each of the guide channels (341) corresponds to one of the seasoning dropping assemblies (31), and one end of the movable piece (312) is separably connected with the box body (32) through the guide channel (341).

8. A dosing device according to claim 2 or 5, characterized in that The side surface of the box body (32) is provided with a driving mechanism (4), and the end of the movable piece (312) corresponds to the driving end position of the driving mechanism (4).

9. A dosing device according to claim 8, characterized in that ​ 10. An automatic cooking system characterized by, The feeding device (3) as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 9 is detachably arranged in the pot cover assembly (2).

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