Cooking utensil

Abstract

The cooking utensil comprises a pot body, a heating piece, a floating piece and a switch assembly, the heating piece is used for heating the pot body and provided with a first through hole, the floating piece comprises a floating body and a protrusion penetrating through the first through hole, and at least part of the floating body is located below the heating piece; the floating part can move up and down to have a first position and a second position, the switch assembly is connected with the heating part in series and comprises a first conductive part and a second conductive part, the first conductive part is connected with the floating part, the second conductive part is located below the first conductive part, and the first conductive part and the second conductive part are spaced at the first position; the switch assembly is in an off state; and at the second position, the first conductive piece is in contact with the second conductive piece, and the switch assembly is in a conducting state. The cooking utensil is small in occupied space and simple in structure.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of household appliance technology, specifically to a cooking utensil. Background Technology

[0002] Cooking appliances include a pot body, a heating element, and a temperature control element. The heating element is used to heat the pot body to heat the food inside the pot, and the temperature control element is used to detect temperature changes in the pot body and adjust the temperature accordingly.

[0003] In related technologies, cooking appliances also include a switching assembly that controls the operation of the heating element, and a temperature control assembly drives the switching assembly to turn on and off to control the operation of the heating element. However, related technologies result in cooking appliances that occupy a large space and have a complex structure. Utility Model Content

[0004] This invention aims to at least partially solve one of the technical problems in related technologies. To this end, embodiments of this invention provide a cooking appliance that occupies little space and has a simple structure.

[0005] The cooking appliance of this utility model embodiment includes:

[0006] Pot body;

[0007] A heating element, the heating element being used to heat the pot body and having a first through hole;

[0008] A floating component, comprising a floating body and a protrusion passing through the first through hole, wherein the floating body is at least partially located below the heating element, and the floating component is movable up and down to have a first position and a second position;

[0009] A switching assembly is connected in series with the heating element and includes a first conductive element and a second conductive element. The first conductive element is connected to the floating element, and the second conductive element is located below the first conductive element.

[0010] In the first position, the first conductive element and the second conductive element are spaced apart, and the switch assembly is in an open state; in the second position, the first conductive element and the second conductive element are in contact, and the switch assembly is in a closed state.

[0011] In this embodiment of the cooking appliance, the switch assembly and the heating element are connected in series. In the first position, the first conductive element and the second conductive element are spaced apart, and the switch assembly is disconnected to turn off the heating element. In the second position, the first conductive element and the second conductive element are in contact, and the switch assembly is turned on to turn on the heating element to heat the pot body, reducing the risk of scalding the user and improving the user experience. The cooking appliance has a simple structure and is easy to operate.

[0012] Optionally, the floating element further includes an extension that extends downward from the lower end of the outer periphery of the floating body, and the cooking appliance further includes a first connector that is connected to the extension and the first conductive element.

[0013] The cooking appliance of this utility model embodiment, by providing an extension, facilitates the connection of the first connecting member to the floating member body through the extension and facilitates the installation of the first conductive member.

[0014] Optionally, the first connector has a mating groove, the extension engages within the mating groove and is connected to the first connector; and / or, the bottom of the first connector snaps into the first conductive element.

[0015] In this embodiment of the cooking appliance, the extension portion fits into the mating groove and is connected to the first connector, which increases the contact area between the extension portion and the first connector and ensures a firm connection between the extension portion and the first connector; the first conductive component is snapped into the bottom of the first connector, making it convenient to install the first conductive component on the first connector.

[0016] Optionally, the cooking appliance further includes a heat insulation element disposed below the heating element, and the floating body is at least partially located between the heating element and the heat insulation element, the heat insulation element having a second through hole.

[0017] The second conductive element is disposed below the second through hole. At the second position, the first conductive element passes through the second through hole and abuts against the second conductive element.

[0018] Alternatively, the top end of the second conductive element passes through the second through hole, and in the second position, the top end of the first conductive element abuts against the top end of the second conductive element.

[0019] The cooking appliance of this utility model embodiment, by setting a heat insulation component, can accumulate heat on the one hand, and limit the floating body on the other hand, so that the floating body is installed stably and the pot body can easily contact the protrusion when placed on the heating element. Furthermore, the heat insulation component separates the switch assembly and the heating element, which can protect the switch assembly from damage by high temperature. In addition, the top of the second conductive component can be located below the second channel or pass through the second through hole, so that the second conductive component has different installation methods and ensures the contact effect between the second conductive component and the first conductive component.

[0020] Optionally, the cooking appliance further includes an elastic element that abuts between the floating element and the heat insulation element.

[0021] In this embodiment of the cooking appliance, when the pot body is placed on the heating element, the pot body moves downward under its own weight or after food is placed inside the pot, causing the elastic element to be compressed. When the pot body is removed from the heating element, the floating body is supported by the elastic force of the elastic element, causing the protrusion to extend out of the heating element through the first through hole. By setting the elastic element, it is convenient for the floating element to reset. Moreover, the setting of the elastic element ensures that when the floating element moves downward under the action of the pot body, it plays a buffering role, avoiding hard contact between the first conductive sheet and the second conductive element, and reducing the risk of damage to the switching assembly.

[0022] Optionally, at least one of the side of the heating element facing the heat insulation element and the side of the heat insulation element facing the heating element is provided with a protrusion, and the elastic element is wound around the protrusion.

[0023] The cooking appliance of this utility model has a protrusion that limits the elastic element, so that the elastic element remains stable when it is compressed or reset.

[0024] Optionally, the cooking appliance further includes a base located below the pot body, or the base has a cavity for accommodating the pot body, and the heating element, the floating element, and the switch assembly are all located on the base.

[0025] The cooking appliance of this utility model embodiment, through the above-described configuration, can protect the heating element, the floating element, and the switching assembly.

[0026] Optionally, the heat insulation component is further provided with a third through hole, through which the elastic component passes and abuts against the bottom surface of the floating component and the base.

[0027] The cooking appliance of this utility model saves installation space when the elastic element is installed by placing the elastic element in the third through hole. Moreover, the third through hole can guide the elastic element, so that the elastic element remains stable when it is compressed or reset.

[0028] Optionally, at least one of the heating element's side facing the heat insulation element and the base's side facing the heating element has a protrusion, and the elastic element is wound around the protrusion.

[0029] The cooking appliance of this utility model has a protrusion that limits the elastic element, so that the elastic element remains stable when it is compressed or reset.

[0030] Optionally, the cooking appliance further includes a second connector, through which the second conductive element is connected to the heat insulation element or the base.

[0031] The cooking appliance of this utility model connects the second conductive component to the heat insulation component or the base by setting a second connector. The size of the second connector can be smaller than that of fixing the second conductive component in other positions, the structure is simple, and the installation of the second conductive component is convenient.

[0032] Optionally, the cooking appliance further includes a thermostat, wherein the thermostat, the heating element, and the switch assembly are arranged in series, and the thermostat is located below the heat insulation element or below the floating element.

[0033] The cooking appliance of this utility model, by setting a thermostat, ensures that the thermostat can monitor and control the temperature of the pot, thereby improving the accuracy of the thermostat. The thermostat is placed under the heat insulation component to protect it from damage by high temperature. The thermostat, heating element, and switch assembly are arranged in series in the control circuit, so that when the switch assembly is turned on, if the thermostat detects that the temperature is higher than the preset temperature, the thermostat can be turned off, cutting off the control circuit, that is, cutting off the power supply to the heating element, and the heating element is turned off. The connection method of the thermostat and switch assembly is simple, the internal structure is simple, and the assembly is convenient. Attached Figure Description

[0034] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the cooking appliance according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0035] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of a cooking appliance according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0036] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the floating component of the cooking appliance in the first position according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0037] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the floating component of the cooking appliance in the second position according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0038] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the floating component of the cooking appliance according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0039] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the first connecting member of the cooking appliance according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0040] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the first conductive element of the cooking appliance according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0041] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the second connector of the cooking appliance according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0042] Figure 9 This is a cross-sectional view of a cooking appliance according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0043] Reference numerals: 1. Pot body; 2. Heating element; 21. First through hole; 3. Floating element; 31. Floating body; 32. Protrusion; 33. Extension; 331. Second threaded hole; 4. Switch assembly; 41. First conductive element; 411. Slot; 412. Bayonet; 413. Terminal; 42. Second conductive element; 5. First connecting element; 51. Mating groove; 52. First threaded hole; 53. First snap-fit ​​part; 531. Extension; 532. Snap-fit ​​part; 5 4. Limiting part; 55. Screw; 6. Heat insulation component; 61. Second through hole; 62. Groove; 63. Mounting hole; 64. Third through hole; 71. Elastic component; 72. Protrusion; 8. Second connecting component; 81. First plate segment; 811. Limiting plate; 82. Connecting plate segment; 83. Second plate segment; 831. Second snap-fit ​​part; 91. Thermostat; 92. Base assembly; 921. Base; 9211. Cavity; 922. Ring component; 9221. Receiving cavity. Detailed Implementation

[0044] The embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0045] like Figure 1-9 As shown, the cooking appliance of this embodiment includes a pot body 1, a heating element 2, a floating element 3, and a switch assembly 4. The heating element 2 is used to heat the pot body 1 and has a first through hole 21. The floating element 3 includes a floating body 31 and a protrusion 32 passing through the first through hole 21. The floating body 31 is at least partially located below the heating element 2, and the protrusion 32 is located on the top surface of the floating body 31. The floating element 3 is movable up and down relative to the heating element 2 to have a first position and a second position. Figures 2-4 As shown, the switch assembly 4 is connected in series with the heating element 2 and includes a first conductive element 41 and a second conductive element 42. The first conductive element 41 is connected to the floating body 31, and the second conductive element 42 is located below the first conductive element 41.

[0046] In the first position, the first conductive element 41 and the second conductive element 42 are spaced apart, and the switch assembly 4 is in the off state; in the second position, the first conductive element 41 and the second conductive element 42 are in contact, and the switch assembly 4 is in the on state.

[0047] In this embodiment of the cooking appliance, the switch assembly 4 is connected in series with the heating element 2. In the first position, the first conductive element 41 and the second conductive element 42 are spaced apart, and the switch assembly 4 is disconnected, turning off the heating element 2. In the second position, the first conductive element 41 and the second conductive element 42 are in contact, and the switch assembly 4 is turned on, turning on the heating element 2 to heat the pot body 1, reducing the risk of scalding the user and improving the user experience. Moreover, the cooking appliance has a simple structure and is easy to operate.

[0048] In some embodiments, in a first position, the top of the protrusion 32 extends out of the heating element 2 through the first through hole 21, the first conductive element 41 and the second conductive element 42 are spaced apart, the switch assembly 4 is disconnected, and the heating element 2 is turned off. In a second position, the pot body 1 abuts against the protrusion 32 and drives the floating element 3 to move downward, the first conductive element 41 and the second conductive element 42 contact each other, the switch assembly 4 is turned on, and the heating element 2 can be turned on.

[0049] Specifically, in the first position, the protrusion 32 extends out of the heating element 2 through the first through hole 21, separating the first conductive element 41 and the second conductive element 42. The switch assembly 4 is disconnected, and the heating element 2 is turned off. In the second position, the pot body 1 moves downward under its own weight or after food is placed in the pot body 1, causing the first conductive element 41 and the second conductive element 42 to contact, thus turning on the switch assembly 4. The heating element 2 can then be turned on to heat the pot body 1. The heating element 2 can be placed to dry-heat the pot body 1 when the pot body 1 is not placed on the heating element 2 or when the pot body 1 is placed on the heating element 2 but no food is placed on it, reducing the risk of burns to the user and improving the user experience. The floating element 3 directly drives the switch assembly 4 to turn on and off. The cooking appliance has a simple structure and is easy to operate.

[0050] Specifically, the pot body 1 and the heating element 2 are separable. In some embodiments, when the pot body 1 is placed on the heating element 2, the pot body 1 can drive the floating element 3 to move downward under its own weight, thereby turning on the switch assembly 4. In other embodiments, when the pot body 1 is placed on the heating element 2, the weight of the pot body 1 itself is insufficient to drive the floating element 3 to move downward. When food is placed in the pot body 1, the weight of the pot body 1 and the food can drive the floating element 3 to move downward, thereby turning on the switch assembly 4, further improving the reliability of the cooking appliance and reducing the risk of burns.

[0051] Optionally, such as Figure 5 As shown, the floating component 3 also includes an extension 33, which extends downward from the lower end of the outer periphery of the floating body 31. The cooking appliance also includes a first connector 5, which is connected to the extension 33 and the first conductive component 41.

[0052] Specifically, there are two extensions 33, which are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the floating member 3. By providing extensions 33, it is convenient for the first connector 5 to be connected to the floating member 3 through the extensions 33 and for the first conductive member 41 to be installed.

[0053] Optionally, such as Figure 6 As shown, the first connector 5 has a mating groove 51, and the extension 33 fits into the mating groove 51 and is connected to the first connector 5. The bottom of the first connector 5 is engaged with the first conductive member 41, making it easy to install the first conductive member 41 on the first connector 5.

[0054] Specifically, the extension 33 is an arc shape protruding towards the outer periphery of the floating body 31. The mating groove 51 is located at the upper end of the first connector 5 and is adapted to the extension 33. The extension 33 fits in the mating groove 51 and is connected to the first connector 5, which increases the contact area between the extension 33 and the first connector 5 and ensures that the extension 33 and the first connector 5 are firmly connected.

[0055] Specifically, the first connector 5 has a first threaded hole 52, which communicates with the mating groove 51. The extension 33 has a second threaded hole 331. When the extension 33 mates with the mating groove 51, the first threaded hole 52 corresponds to the second threaded hole 331 and is connected by a screw 55 to ensure a firm connection between the extension 33 and the first connector 5.

[0056] Specifically, such as Figure 6 As shown, the lower end of the first connector 5 has a first snap-fit ​​portion 53. The first snap-fit ​​portion 53 includes an extension portion 531 and a snap-fit ​​portion 532. There are three extension portions 531, which are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the lower end of the first connector 5. There are also three snap-fit ​​portions 532, which correspond one-to-one with the three extension portions 531. The snap-fit ​​portions 532 are located at the lower end of the extension portions 531 and are located on the outside of the extension portions 531.

[0057] The first conductive element 41 and the second conductive element 42 have the same structure; the following description uses the first conductive element 41 as an example. Figure 7 As shown, the first conductive member 41 has a slot 411 and a latch 412. The slot 411 is formed by recessing the top surface of the first conductive member 41 into its bottom surface. The latch 412 is located on the outer peripheral surface of the first conductive member 41 and communicates with the slot 411, corresponding one-to-one with the latching part 532. When the first connecting member 5 engages with the first conductive member 41, the first latching part 53 extends into the slot 411 and latches into the latch 412 through the latching part 532, thereby achieving the latching of the first conductive member 41 with the first latching part 53.

[0058] The first conductive element 41 also has a wiring terminal 413 for easy electrical connection with a wire.

[0059] Optionally, such as Figure 6 As shown, the first connector 5 is provided with a limiting part 54, which is located in the mating groove 51 and abuts against one end of the extension 33 in the circumferential direction of the floating body 31 to limit the extension 33 and ensure the stability of the extension 33 and the first connector.

[0060] Optionally, such as Figure 1 As shown, the cooking appliance also includes a heat insulation component 6, which is located below the heating element 2, and at least part of the floating body 31 is located between the heating element 2 and the heat insulation component 6. Specifically, by setting the heat insulation component 6, heat can be accumulated on the one hand, and the floating body 31 can be limited on the other hand, so that the floating body 31 is installed stably, ensuring that the pot body 1 can easily contact the protrusion 32 when placed on the heating element 2. Furthermore, the heat insulation component 6 separates the switch assembly 4 from the heating element 2, which can protect the switch assembly 4 from being damaged by high temperature.

[0061] The heat insulation element 6 has a second through hole 61. In some embodiments, the second conductive element 42 is adapted to be below the second through hole 61, and in a second position, the first conductive element 41 passes through the second through hole 61 and abuts against the second conductive element 42. Alternatively, in other embodiments, the top end of the second conductive element 42 passes through the second through hole 61, and in a second position, the first conductive element 41 abuts against the top end of the second conductive element 42. Specifically, the top end of the second conductive element 42 may be located below the second channel 61 or pass through the second through hole 61, allowing the second conductive element 42 to have different installation methods, ensuring the contact effect between the second conductive element 42 and the first conductive element 41.

[0062] Optionally, such as Figure 1 As shown, the top surface of the heat insulation component 6 has a groove 62, the heating component 2 covers the top of the groove 62, the floating body 31 is located inside the groove 62, and the second through hole 61 is provided on the bottom surface of the groove 62.

[0063] Specifically, the heating element 2 covers the top of the groove 62, reducing the space occupied when the heating element 2 and the heat insulation element 6 are engaged, improving the compactness of the engagement between the heating element 2 and the heat insulation element 6, and ensuring the stable installation of the floating body 31 between the heating element 2 and the heat insulation element 6.

[0064] Optionally, such as Figure 1 As shown, the cooking appliance also includes an elastic element 71, which abuts between the floating element 3 and the heat insulation element 6.

[0065] Specifically, there are two elastic elements 71, and each elastic element 71 corresponds to one of the two extensions 33. The elastic elements 71 are located inside the extensions 33 so that the extensions 33 can limit the elastic elements 71 and ensure that the elastic elements 71 are installed securely.

[0066] Specifically, when the pot body 1 is placed on the heating element 2, the floating element 3 moves downward under its own weight or after food is placed inside the pot body 1, and the elastic element 71 is compressed. When the pot body 1 is removed from the heating element 2, the floating body 31 is supported by the elastic force of the elastic element 71, which drives the protrusion 32 to extend out of the heating element 2 through the first through hole 21. Thus, the setting of the elastic element 71 facilitates the reset of the floating element 3. Moreover, the setting of the elastic element 71 ensures that when the floating element 3 moves downward under the action of the pot body 1, it plays a buffering role, avoiding hard contact between the first conductive sheet and the second conductive element, and reducing the risk of damage to the switch assembly 4.

[0067] Specifically, the elastic element 71 is a spring, which has a simple structure and saves costs.

[0068] Optionally, such as Figures 2-4 As shown, at least one of the side of the heating element 2 facing the heat insulation element 6 and the side of the heat insulation element 6 facing the heating element 2 is provided with a protrusion 72, and the elastic element 71 is wrapped around the protrusion 72. Specifically, by providing the protrusion 72, the elastic element 71 is limited, so that the elastic element 71 remains stable when compressed or reset.

[0069] Optionally, such as Figure 1 As shown, the cooking appliance also includes a base assembly 92, which includes a base 921 and an annular member 922. The base 921 is adapted to be below the pot body 1, or the base 921 has a cavity 9211 for accommodating the pot body 1, the cavity 9211 opening upwards. The annular member 922 is disposed on the inner circumferential surface of the base 921, and a receiving cavity 9221 is formed on the inner circumference of the annular member 922. The heating element 2, the floating element 3, and the switch assembly 4 are all disposed on the base 1 to protect the heating element 2, the floating element 3, and the switch assembly 4.

[0070] In another embodiment, the first connector 5 may be disposed on the base 921 or the ring 922.

[0071] Optionally, such as Figure 9 As shown, the heat insulation component 6 is also provided with a third through hole 64, and the elastic component 71 passes through the third through hole 64 and abuts against the bottom surface of the floating component 3 and the base 921.

[0072] Specifically, by placing the elastic element 71 inside the third through hole 64, installation space can be saved when installing the elastic element 71. Moreover, the third through hole 64 can guide the elastic element 71, so that the elastic element 71 remains stable when compressed or reset.

[0073] Optionally, at least one of the heating element 2 facing the heat insulation element 6 and the base 921 facing the heating element 2 is provided with a protrusion 72, and the elastic element 71 is wrapped around the protrusion 72.

[0074] Specifically, by providing the protrusion 72, the elastic element 71 is limited, so that the elastic element 71 remains stable when it is compressed or reset.

[0075] Optionally, such as Figures 1-4 As shown, the cooking appliance also includes a second connector 8, through which the second conductive element 42 is connected to the heat insulation element 6 or the base 921. Specifically, by setting the second connector 8 to connect to the heat insulation element 6 or the base 921, the size of the second connector 8 can be smaller than that of the second conductive element 42 fixed in other positions, resulting in a simpler structure and easier installation of the second conductive element 42.

[0076] Optionally, such as Figure 8 As shown, the second connector 8 includes a first plate segment 81, a connecting plate segment 82, and a second plate segment 83. The connecting plate segment 82 is connected to the first plate segment 81 on one side of its thickness direction, and the connecting plate segment 82 is connected to the second plate segment 83 on the other side of its thickness direction. The first plate segment 81 and the second plate segment 83 are arranged at intervals in the vertical direction. The first plate segment 81 is connected to the heat insulation component 6, and the second conductive component 42 is disposed on the second plate segment 83. The structure of the second connector 8 is simple and easy to install on the heat insulation component 6.

[0077] Specifically, such as Figure 1 As shown, the heat insulation component 6 has a mounting hole 63 located on the bottom surface of the groove 62, and the mounting hole 63 is circular. The first plate segment 81 is provided with a limiting plate 811, which is rectangular. When the first plate segment 81 is connected to the heat insulation component 6, the first plate segment 81 is inserted into the mounting hole 63 for connection. The limiting plate 811, located within the mounting hole 63, can limit the first plate segment 81, making it difficult for the first plate segment 81 to rotate within the mounting hole 63, thus ensuring a stable connection between the second connecting component 8 and the heat insulation component 6.

[0078] Specifically, the top surface of the second plate segment 83 is provided with a second snap-fit ​​part 831. The structure of the second snap-fit ​​part 831 is the same as that of the first snap-fit ​​part 53, and will not be described in detail here. The second conductive member 42 is snapped to the top of the second plate segment 83 through the second snap-fit ​​part 831, and the installation method is simple.

[0079] Optionally, such as Figure 2 As shown, the cooking appliance also includes a thermostat 91. The thermostat 91, the heating element 2 and the switch assembly 4 are arranged in series. The thermostat 91 is located below the heat insulation element 6 or below the floating element 3.

[0080] Specifically, by setting a thermostat 91, the thermostat 91 can monitor and control the temperature of the pot body 1, thereby improving the accuracy of the thermostat 91. The thermostat 91 is placed under the heat insulation component 6 to protect it from damage by high temperature. The thermostat 91, the heating element 2, and the switch assembly 4 are arranged in series in the control circuit. When the switch assembly 4 is turned on, if the thermostat 91 detects that the temperature is higher than the preset temperature, the thermostat 91 can be turned off to cut off the circuit, that is, to cut off the power supply to the heating element 2, and the heating element 2 is turned off. The connection method of the thermostat 91 and the switch assembly 4 is simple, the internal structure is simple, and the assembly is convenient.

[0081] Specifically, during cooking, the user places the pot body 1 on the heating element 2. The pot body 1 drives the floating element 3 to move down, turning on the switch assembly 4. The heating element 2 heats the pot body 1. The thermostat 91 monitors the temperature of the pot body 1. When the temperature of the pot body 1 is heated to the preset temperature of the thermostat 91, the thermostat 91 cuts off the heating control circuit, thereby cutting off the power supply to the heating element 2. When the thermostat 91 senses that the temperature of the pot body 1 has dropped to the set heating reset temperature, the thermostat 91 resets and turns on, ready for the next cooking.

[0082] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0083] Furthermore, 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 indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0084] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a connection that allows communication between them; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0085] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0086] In this utility model, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example, which is included in at least one embodiment or example of this utility model. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0087] Although the above embodiments have been shown and described, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Any changes, modifications, substitutions and variations made to the above embodiments by those skilled in the art are within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A cooking utensil, characterized in that, include: Pot body (1); Heating element (2), the heating element (2) is used to heat the pot body (1) and is provided with a first through hole (21); The floating component (3) includes a floating body (31) and a protrusion (32) passing through the first through hole (21). The floating body (31) is at least partially located below the heating element (2). The floating component (3) can move up and down to have a first position and a second position. A switch assembly (4) is connected in series with the heating element (2) and includes a first conductive element (41) and a second conductive element (42). The first conductive element (41) is connected to the floating element (3), and the second conductive element (42) is located below the first conductive element (41). In the first position, the first conductive element (41) and the second conductive element (42) are spaced apart, and the switch assembly (4) is in an open state; in the second position, the first conductive element (41) and the second conductive element (42) are in contact, and the switch assembly (4) is in a closed state.

2. The cooking utensil according to claim 1, characterized in that, The floating component (3) further includes an extension (33) that extends downward from the lower end of the outer periphery of the floating body (31). The cooking appliance also includes a first connector (5) that is connected to the extension (33) and the first conductive component (41).

3. The cooking utensil according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first connector (5) has a mating groove (51), and the extension (33) fits into the mating groove (51) and is connected to the first connector (5); and / or, The bottom of the first connector (5) is engaged with the first conductive element (41).

4. The cooking utensil according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a heat insulation element (6) disposed below the heating element (2), and the floating body (31) is at least partially located between the heating element (2) and the heat insulation element (6), the heat insulation element (6) having a second through hole (61). The second conductive element (42) is disposed below the second through hole (61). In the second position, the first conductive element (41) passes through the second through hole (61) and abuts against the second conductive element (42). Alternatively, the top end of the second conductive element (42) passes through the second through hole (61), and in the second position, the top end of the first conductive element (41) abuts against the top end of the second conductive element (42).

5. The cooking utensil according to claim 4, characterized in that, The cooking appliance also includes an elastic element (71) that abuts between the floating element (3) and the heat insulation element (6).

6. The cooking utensil according to claim 5, characterized in that, At least one of the heating element (2) facing the heat insulation element (6) and the heat insulation element (6) facing the heating element (2) has a protrusion (72), and the elastic element (71) is wound around the protrusion (72).

7. The cooking utensil according to claim 5, characterized in that, It also includes a base (921), which is located below the pot body (1), or the base (921) has a cavity (9211) for accommodating the pot body, and the heating element (2), the floating element (3) and the switch assembly (4) are all located on the base (921).

8. The cooking utensil according to claim 7, characterized in that, The heat insulation component (6) is also provided with a third through hole (64), and the elastic component (71) passes through the third through hole (64) and abuts against the bottom surface of the floating component (3) and the base (921).

9. The cooking utensil according to claim 8, characterized in that, At least one of the heating element (2) facing the heat insulation element (6) and the base (921) facing the heating element (2) has a protrusion (72), and the elastic element (71) is wound around the protrusion (72).

10. The cooking utensil according to claim 7, characterized in that, It also includes a second connector (8), the second conductive element (42) being connected to the heat insulation element (6) or the base (921) via the second connector (8).

11. The cooking utensil according to any one of claims 4-10, characterized in that, It also includes a thermostat (91), the thermostat (91), the heating element (2) and the switch assembly (4) are arranged in series, the thermostat (91) is located below the heat insulation element (6) or the thermostat (91) is located below the floating element (3).

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