Coffee identification module and coffee machine

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of coffee machines, and discloses a coffee identification module and a coffee machine, the coffee identification module comprises a machine body and a plurality of coffee installation parts detachably connected with the machine body, the coffee installation parts are detachably provided with coffee extraction parts, the number of the coffee installation parts is multiple, and the coffee extraction parts are detachably connected with the machine body. The coffee installation pieces correspond to the coffee extraction pieces in type one to one, sensing pieces are arranged at different positions of each coffee installation piece, a sensor used for detecting the sensing pieces is arranged on the machine body, a control panel used for controlling the hot water outlet amount and / or the water temperature is arranged on the machine body, and the sensors are electrically connected with the control panel. According to the coffee machine, the sensor is arranged to detect the induction pieces on the different coffee installation pieces, so that the types of the coffee extraction pieces are detected, hot water with the corresponding water amount and / or water temperature is discharged for extraction according to the different types of coffee extraction pieces, the taste of coffee is guaranteed, operation is easy and intelligent, and the user experience is good.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of coffee machine technology, and more specifically, to a coffee recognition module and a coffee machine. Background Technology

[0002] Some existing drawer-type coffee machines require coffee capsules to be placed in the drawer before use. The machine then starts the coffee maker and uses a preset program to pour hot water into the capsules. There are many types of coffee capsules on the market, including espresso capsules and Americano capsules, and different types have different requirements for water temperature and volume. Some existing drawer-type coffee machines use a fixed water temperature and volume during brewing, making it impossible to adjust the water temperature and volume according to different types of coffee capsules, resulting in poor-tasting coffee. Furthermore, some existing drawer-type coffee machines require users to manually set the water temperature and volume before brewing, which is cumbersome, and most users find it difficult to accurately control the water temperature and volume, leading to unpleasant-tasting coffee. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address at least one of the aforementioned problems, this utility model provides a coffee recognition module suitable for installation on a coffee machine. The coffee recognition module includes a machine body and a coffee mounting component detachably connected to the machine body. A coffee extraction component is detachably mounted on the coffee mounting component. Multiple coffee mounting components are provided, and each coffee mounting component corresponds to a different type of coffee extraction component. A sensor is provided at a different position on each coffee mounting component. A sensor for detecting the sensor is provided on the machine body. A control board for controlling the hot water output and / or water temperature is provided on the machine body. The sensor is electrically connected to the control board. In use, the coffee extraction element is installed on the corresponding coffee mounting piece, and the coffee mounting piece with the coffee extraction element is installed on the machine body. The sensor detects the type of coffee extraction element corresponding to the sensing element. The control board controls the hot water output and / or water temperature according to the detected type of coffee extraction element. This utility model is equipped with a sensor to detect the sensing element on different coffee mounting pieces, thereby detecting the type of coffee extraction element. Then, according to different types of coffee extraction elements, hot water with the corresponding water volume and / or water temperature is discharged for extraction to ensure the taste of the coffee. It is simple and intelligent to operate and has a good user experience.

[0004] Optionally, the sensing element is a magnet, and the sensor is a magnetic sensor.

[0005] Optionally, the sensor is a Hall sensor.

[0006] Optionally, the coffee mounting component includes a first mounting component and a second mounting component, the sensing component includes a first sensing component disposed on the first mounting component and a second sensing component disposed on the second mounting component, and the sensor includes a first sensor for detecting the first sensing component and a second sensor for detecting the second sensing component.

[0007] Optionally, the coffee extractor is a coffee capsule, the coffee mounting component is a coffee capsule drawer, and the coffee mounting component is provided with a slot for placing the coffee extractor.

[0008] Optionally, the coffee mounting component is provided with an outer flange, and the machine body is provided with an inner flange corresponding to the outer flange. When the coffee mounting component is assembled with the machine body, the outer flange abuts against the upper side of the inner flange for limiting.

[0009] Optionally, the sensing element is disposed on the outer flange, and a mounting groove for mounting the sensing element is provided on the side of the outer flange near the inner flange, and the sensor is disposed on the side of the inner flange away from the sensing element.

[0010] Optionally, the machine body is provided with a circuit board electrically connected to the control board, and the sensor is electrically connected to the circuit board.

[0011] Optionally, the body is provided with a clearance groove, which is located between the sensing element and the sensor.

[0012] Compared to existing technologies, the coffee recognition module in this invention is equipped with sensors to detect the induction elements on different coffee installation components, thereby detecting the type of coffee extraction component. Then, based on the different types of coffee extraction components, it dispenses the corresponding amount and / or temperature of hot water for extraction to ensure the coffee's flavor. The module is simple to operate, intelligent, and offers a superior user experience. The sensor is a Hall effect sensor, which has advantages such as high precision, strong electrical isolation, fast response speed, and compact and durable structure, ensuring accurate and reliable detection. The use of clearance slots reduces the amount of material between the induction element and the sensor, making the sensing more sensitive, while also reducing manufacturing materials and lowering costs.

[0013] In addition, this utility model also provides a coffee machine, including the coffee recognition module mentioned above. This coffee machine also has the beneficial effects of the coffee recognition module mentioned above, which will not be described in detail here. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the coffee recognition module of this utility model;

[0015] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the coffee recognition module of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged view of section A in the middle;

[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the bottom structure of the coffee recognition module of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the coffee identification module coffee mounting component of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first mounting component of the coffee recognition module of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the circuit board of the coffee recognition module of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second mounting component of the coffee recognition module of this utility model;

[0022] The component names corresponding to the various reference numerals in the figure are as follows: 1 is the body, 101 is the sensor, 1011 is the first sensor, 1012 is the second sensor, 102 is the inner flange, 103 is the clearance groove, 2 is the coffee mounting component, 21 is the first mounting component, 22 is the second mounting component, 201 is the sensing component, 2011 is the first sensing component, 2012 is the second sensing component, 202 is the placement groove, 203 is the outer flange, 2031 is the mounting groove, 3 is the coffee extraction component, and 4 is the circuit board. Detailed Implementation

[0023] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0024] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper" and "lower" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship when the product is in normal use.

[0025] 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 as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature.

[0026] See Figures 1-8This utility model provides a coffee recognition module suitable for installation on a coffee machine. The coffee recognition module includes a body 1 and a coffee mounting component 2 detachably connected to the body 1. A coffee extraction component 3 is detachably mounted on the coffee mounting component 2. Multiple coffee mounting components 2 are provided, and each type of coffee mounting component 2 corresponds to a type of coffee extraction component 3. A sensor 201 is provided at different positions on each coffee mounting component 2. A sensor 101 for detecting the sensor 201 is provided on the body 1. A control board for controlling the hot water output and / or water temperature is provided on the body 1. The sensor 101 is electrically connected to the control board. In use, The coffee extraction element 3 is installed on the corresponding coffee mounting element 2, and the coffee mounting element 2 with the coffee extraction element 3 is installed on the machine body 1. The sensor 101 detects the type of coffee extraction element 3 corresponding to the sensing element 201. The control board controls the hot water output and / or water temperature according to the detected type of coffee extraction element 3. This utility model is equipped with a sensor to detect the sensing element on different coffee mounting elements, thereby detecting the type of coffee extraction element. Then, according to the different types of coffee extraction elements, hot water with the corresponding water volume and / or water temperature is discharged for extraction to ensure the taste of coffee. It is simple to operate, intelligent, and has a good user experience.

[0027] Furthermore, the coffee extraction element 3 can be of various types, such as espresso capsules and Americano capsules. The coffee mounting piece 2 can be labeled with a name or marking corresponding to the type of coffee extraction element 3. Before extraction, the user installs the coffee extraction element 3 onto the corresponding coffee mounting piece 2, then installs the coffee mounting piece 2 with the coffee extraction element 3 onto the machine body 1 to detect the type of coffee extraction element 3. The coffee machine is then started to make coffee. At this time, the corresponding hot water output and / or water temperature are controlled according to the detected type of coffee extraction element 3. If only the concentration factor needs to be considered when extracting different types of coffee extraction elements 3, the control board only needs to control the corresponding water volume. When coffee extractor 3 is used, only temperature needs to be considered during extraction, so the control board only needs to control the corresponding water temperature. In this embodiment, in order to brew higher quality coffee and be compatible with more types of coffee extractors, the control board can control the corresponding water volume and water temperature. For example, if coffee extractor 3 is an espresso capsule, the required brewing water temperature is 75℃-80℃, and the water volume (cup size) is 30ml-50ml. When coffee extractor 3 is an Americano capsule, the required brewing water temperature is 78℃-84℃, and the water volume (cup size) is 120ml-240ml. This solves the problem that multi-functional coffee machines cannot balance coffee extraction quality due to their compatibility with many types of coffee.

[0028] See Figures 1-3The sensing element 201 is a magnet, and the sensor 101 is a magnetic sensor. The structure is simple, the production cost is low, and the detection is convenient. The sensor 101 is a Hall sensor. Hall sensors have the advantages of high precision, strong electrical isolation, fast response speed, and compact and durable structure, and the detection is accurate and reliable.

[0029] See Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 6 , Figure 7 and Figure 8 The coffee mounting component 2 includes a first mounting component 21 and a second mounting component 22. The first mounting component 21 corresponds to a first type of coffee extraction component, and the second mounting component 22 corresponds to a first type of coffee extraction component. The sensing component 201 includes a first sensing component 2011 disposed on the first mounting component 21 and a second sensing component 2012 disposed on the second mounting component 22. The position of the first sensing component 2011 on the first mounting component 21 and the position of the second sensing component 2012 on the second mounting component 22 are different. The sensor 101 includes a first sensor 1011 for detecting the first sensing component 2011 and a second sensor 1012 for detecting the second sensing component 2012. When the first sensing component 2011 is located directly above or close to directly above the first sensor 1011, the first sensor 1011 can detect the first sensing component 2011. When the second sensing component 2012 is located directly above or close to directly above the second sensor 1012, the second sensor 1012 can detect the second sensing component 2011. The second sensor 2012 is detected. When it is necessary to extract the first type of coffee extract, the first type of coffee extract is installed on the first mounting piece 21, and then the first mounting piece 21 is installed on the machine body 1. At this time, the first sensor 1011 detects the first sensor 2011, that is, it detects the first mounting piece 21 and the first type of coffee extract. At this time, the coffee liquid is extracted according to the brewing program of the first type of coffee extract preset by the control board. When it is necessary to extract the second type of coffee extract, the second type of coffee extract is installed on the second mounting piece 22, and then the second mounting piece 22 is installed on the machine body 1. At this time, the second sensor 1012 detects the second sensor 2012, that is, it detects the second mounting piece 22 and the second type of coffee extract. At this time, the coffee liquid is extracted according to the brewing program of the second type of coffee extract preset by the control board. The number of coffee mounting pieces 2 is not limited to two. The number of coffee mounting pieces 2 can be set according to the type and number of coffee extracts.

[0030] See Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 5The coffee extraction component 3 is a coffee capsule, and the coffee mounting component 2 is a coffee capsule drawer. The coffee mounting component 2 is provided with a slot 202 for placing the coffee extraction component 3. The coffee mounting component 2 can be inserted into / removed from the machine body 1 from the side, and the coffee mounting component 2 is easy to assemble and disassemble. The coffee mounting component 2 is provided with an outer flange 203, and the machine body 1 is provided with an inner flange 102 corresponding to the outer flange 203. When the coffee mounting component 2 is assembled with the machine body 1, the outer flange 203 abuts against the inner flange 102 from the side. The coffee mounting component 2 is stable after being assembled with the machine body 1. The sensor 201 is set on the outer flange 203. The outer flange 203 is provided with a mounting groove 2031 for mounting the sensor 201 on the side near the inner flange 102. The sensor 201 is embedded in the mounting groove 2031, and the structure is compact. The sensor 101 is set on the side of the inner flange 102 away from the sensor 201 so that the sensor 101 can detect the corresponding sensor 201. The structural design is reasonable.

[0031] See Figures 1-3 The machine body 1 is equipped with a circuit board 4 electrically connected to the control board, and the sensor 101 is electrically connected to the circuit board 4. The control program for controlling the water temperature and volume of hot water during coffee extraction is written on the control board. The circuit board 4 transmits the information of the detected coffee type to the control board. The control board runs the corresponding brewing program according to the information of the coffee type and discharges hot water at the corresponding temperature and volume, which is convenient and intelligent to use. Controlling the water temperature and volume of hot water from the coffee machine through a program is a prior art. For example, it can be controlled by controlling the power supply of components such as the water pump and heating element, which will not be elaborated here. The machine body 1 is equipped with a clearance groove 103, which is located between the sensing element 201 and the sensor 101. The clearance groove 103 can reduce the material between the sensing element 201 and the sensor 101, making the sensing more sensitive, and at the same time, it can reduce the material used in manufacturing and reduce costs.

[0032] The coffee identification module of this utility model is equipped with sensors to detect the sensing elements on different coffee installation parts, thereby detecting the type of coffee extraction element. Then, according to the different types of coffee extraction elements, hot water of the corresponding amount and / or temperature is discharged for extraction to ensure the taste of the coffee. It is simple to operate, intelligent, and has a good user experience. The sensor is a Hall sensor, which has the advantages of high precision, strong electrical isolation, fast response speed, and compact and durable structure, and the detection is accurate and reliable. The cavity groove can reduce the material between the sensing element and the sensor, making the sensing more sensitive, and at the same time reducing the material used in manufacturing and lowering costs.

[0033] In addition, this utility model also provides a coffee machine, including the coffee recognition module mentioned above. This coffee machine also has the beneficial effects of the coffee recognition module mentioned above, which will not be described in detail here.

[0034] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, several improvements and modifications can be made without departing from the technical principles of the present utility model, and these improvements and modifications should also be considered within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A coffee recognition module, adapted to be arranged on a coffee machine, characterized in that, The coffee recognition module includes a body (1) and a coffee mounting component (2) detachably connected to the body (1). A coffee extraction component (3) is detachably mounted on the coffee mounting component (2). Multiple coffee mounting components (2) are provided, and each coffee mounting component (2) corresponds one-to-one with the type of coffee extraction component (3). A sensor (201) is provided at different positions on each coffee mounting component (2). A sensor (101) for detecting the sensor (201) is provided on the body (1). The body (1) is provided with a useful... The sensor (101) is electrically connected to the control board for controlling the hot water output and / or water temperature. In use, the coffee extractor (3) is installed on the coffee mounting piece (2) corresponding to the type of coffee extractor (3), and the coffee mounting piece (2) with the coffee extractor (3) is installed on the body (1). The sensor (101) detects the type of coffee extractor (3) corresponding to the sensing element (201), and the control board controls the hot water output and / or water temperature according to the detected type of coffee extractor (3).

2. The coffee recognition module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sensing element (201) is a magnet, and the sensor (101) is a magnetic sensor.

3. The coffee recognition module according to claim 2, characterized in that, The sensor (101) is a Hall sensor.

4. The coffee recognition module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The coffee mounting component (2) includes a first mounting component (21) and a second mounting component (22). The sensing component (201) includes a first sensing component (2011) disposed on the first mounting component (21) and a second sensing component (2012) disposed on the second mounting component (22). The sensor (101) includes a first sensor (1011) for detecting the first sensing component (2011) and a second sensor (1012) for detecting the second sensing component (2012).

5. The coffee recognition module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The coffee extractor (3) is a coffee capsule, the coffee mounting component (2) is a coffee capsule drawer, and the coffee mounting component (2) is provided with a placement slot (202) for placing the coffee extractor (3).

6. The coffee recognition module according to claim 5, characterized in that, The coffee mounting component (2) is provided with an outer flange (203), and the body (1) is provided with an inner flange (102) corresponding to the outer flange (203). When the coffee mounting component (2) is assembled with the body (1), the outer flange (203) abuts against the upper side of the inner flange (102) for limiting.

7. The coffee recognition module according to claim 6, characterized in that, The sensing element (201) is disposed on the outer flange (203), and the outer flange (203) is provided with a mounting groove (2031) for mounting the sensing element (201) on the side of the inner flange (102) near the outer flange (203). The sensor (101) is disposed on the side of the inner flange (102) away from the sensing element (201).

8. The coffee recognition module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The body (1) is provided with a circuit board (4) electrically connected to the control board, and the sensor (101) is electrically connected to the circuit board (4).

9. The coffee recognition module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The body (1) is provided with a clearance groove (103), which is located between the sensing element (201) and the sensor (101).

10. A coffee machine, characterized in that, Includes the coffee recognition module as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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