Heat dissipation and condensation device and cooking equipment with same

Abstract

The utility model provides a heat dissipation and condensation device and cooking equipment with the heat dissipation and condensation device, the heat dissipation and condensation device is used for the cooking equipment, and the heat dissipation and condensation device comprises a heat dissipation shell, a heat dissipation air channel, a heat dissipation air channel and a heat dissipation air channel, the condensation assembly is arranged in the heat dissipation air channel, the condensation assembly comprises a condensation cavity, a condensation cavity is formed in the condensation cavity, the condensation cavity is provided with an air inlet hole and an air outlet hole which are communicated with the condensation cavity, a condensation pipe with openings in the two ends is arranged in the condensation cavity, and the condensation pipe is communicated with the heat dissipation air channel through the openings in the two ends; a cold air outlet of the fan is connected with an air inlet of the heat dissipation air duct, and an air outlet of the heat dissipation air duct is communicated with the outside of the cooking equipment. The heat dissipation condensing device can reduce the steam discharge amount, and the phenomena that a user is scalded by steam and water drops are hung at the air outlet are avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of kitchen equipment technology, and in particular to a heat dissipation and condensation device and a cooking device having the same. Background Technology

[0002] Cooking appliances with steaming or boiling functions, such as steam ovens and steamers, can use steam to process food. During or after cooking, the high-temperature steam inside the cooking cavity is released from the appliance. Because the untreated steam is very hot, it can easily burn users, or the steam at the air vents can easily condense, causing water droplets and other problems, affecting the overall user experience. Utility Model Content

[0003] This utility model provides a heat dissipation and condensation device and a cooking device having the same, so as to at least solve some of the above-mentioned technical problems existing in the prior art.

[0004] In a first aspect, this utility model provides a heat dissipation and condensation device for use in cooking equipment, the heat dissipation and condensation device comprising:

[0005] A heat dissipation housing that forms a heat dissipation air duct with an air inlet and an air outlet;

[0006] A condensing assembly is placed in the heat dissipation duct. The condensing assembly includes a condensing cavity, which forms a condensing chamber inside. The condensing cavity is provided with an air inlet and an air outlet that communicate with the condensing chamber. A condensing pipe with openings at both ends is provided inside the condensing chamber. The condensing pipe communicates with the heat dissipation duct through the openings at both ends.

[0007] A fan, the cold air outlet of which is connected to the air inlet of the heat dissipation duct, and the air outlet of the heat dissipation duct connected to the outside of the cooking equipment.

[0008] In an optional embodiment, the heat dissipation housing includes:

[0009] An exhaust hood includes a top plate and two side plates, which are located on opposite sides of the top plate. The top plate and the two side plates form a heat dissipation duct. There is a gap between the bottom of the condensation cavity and the bottom of the heat dissipation duct. A drain hole is located at the bottom of the condensation cavity, and an exhaust hole is provided at the bottom of the condensation cavity.

[0010] In an optional embodiment, the heat dissipation housing includes:

[0011] A heat dissipation base plate is located on the top of the cooking equipment, and the two side plates are connected to the heat dissipation base plate.

[0012] In an optional embodiment, the lower surface of the condensation chamber has a flange disposed around the edge of the exhaust port.

[0013] In an optional embodiment, the height of the heat dissipation duct gradually decreases along the direction from the air inlet to the air outlet.

[0014] In an optional embodiment, the width of the heat dissipation duct gradually increases along the direction from the air inlet to the air outlet.

[0015] In an optional embodiment, the heat dissipation and condensation device further includes:

[0016] The first output pipe connects the cooking device and the air inlet, and is used to deliver the steam in the cooking device to the condensation chamber.

[0017] The second output pipe connects the cooking device and the air inlet, and is used to deliver the steam in the cooking device to the condensation chamber.

[0018] Valves are provided on the first output pipe and / or the second output pipe.

[0019] In an optional embodiment, the heat dissipation and condensation device further includes:

[0020] A temperature sensor, installed on the cooking equipment, is used to detect the internal temperature of the cooking equipment;

[0021] A humidity sensor, connected to the condensation cavity, is used to detect the humidity inside the condensation cavity.

[0022] In an optional embodiment, the heat dissipation and condensation device further includes:

[0023] The control module is electrically connected to the temperature sensor, the humidity sensor, the fan, and the valve, respectively. The control module is configured to control the opening degree of the valve and the rotation speed of the fan based on the detected temperature and humidity.

[0024] In an optional embodiment, there is a gap between the condenser tube and the lower surface of the condenser chamber.

[0025] In an optional embodiment, the condenser tube is parallel to the lower surface of the condenser chamber.

[0026] In an optional embodiment, the condenser tubes are divided into at least two layers in the vertical direction within the condensation chamber, and adjacent layers of condenser tubes are staggered in the horizontal direction.

[0027] In an optional embodiment, the condensation chamber includes:

[0028] A condenser box, with an opening at the top, and the condenser tube disposed inside the condenser box;

[0029] A sealing cap is connected to the top of the condenser box to seal the condenser box, and the air inlet is located on the sealing cap.

[0030] Secondly, this utility model provides a cooking device, including the heat dissipation and condensation device described in this utility model embodiment.

[0031] One embodiment of this utility model has the following advantages or beneficial effects:

[0032] The heat dissipation and condensation device of this utility model embodiment includes a heat dissipation shell forming a heat dissipation duct with an air inlet and an air outlet; a condensation assembly placed in the heat dissipation duct, the condensation assembly including a condensation chamber, the condensation chamber having an air inlet and an air outlet communicating with the condensation chamber, a condensation pipe with openings at both ends provided in the condensation chamber, the condensation pipe communicating with the heat dissipation duct through the openings at both ends; and a fan, the cold air outlet of the fan connected to the air inlet of the heat dissipation duct, the air outlet of the heat dissipation duct communicating with the outside of the cooking equipment. Steam in the cooking equipment enters the condensation chamber through the air inlet and exchanges heat with the condensation pipe. After the steam cools down, the water condenses into water, and the cooled gas separated from the liquid is discharged through the air outlet and discharged from the cooking equipment along the heat dissipation duct, avoiding scalding the user. Attached Figure Description

[0033] The above and other features and advantages of this invention will become more apparent from a detailed description of exemplary embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0034] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a heat dissipation and condensation device applied to a cooking appliance according to an exemplary embodiment. Figure 1 ;

[0035] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a heat dissipation and condensation device applied to a cooking appliance according to an exemplary embodiment. Figure 2 ;

[0036] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional structural schematic diagram of a heat dissipation and condensation device applied to a cooking appliance according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0037] Figure 4 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of a cooling assembly according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0038] Figure 5 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of a cooling assembly according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0039] Figure 6 This is a partially exploded structural diagram of a cooling assembly according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0040] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an exhaust hood according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0041] The reference numerals in the attached drawings are explained as follows: 1-Steam generator, 2-Input pipe, 21-First input pipe, 22-Second input pipe, 3-Exhaust hood, 31-Top plate, 32-Side plate, 33-Mounting hole, 34-Heat dissipation base plate (34), 4-Condensation assembly, 41-Condensation chamber, 411-Drain hole, 412-Exhaust hole, 413-Condensation box, 414-Sealing cover, 415-Connector, 416-Flange, 42-Condensation pipe, 43-Fan, 5-First output pipe, 6-Second output pipe, 7-Valve, 8-Heat dissipation duct, 9-Temperature sensor, 10-Humidity sensor, 100-Cooking equipment, 110-Cooking chamber. Detailed Implementation

[0042] Exemplary embodiments will now be described more fully with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, these exemplary embodiments can be implemented in many forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein; rather, these embodiments are provided so that the present invention will be thorough and complete, and will fully convey the concept of the exemplary embodiments to those skilled in the art. The same reference numerals in the drawings denote the same or similar structures, and therefore their detailed description will be omitted.

[0043] The terms “a,” “one,” “the,” and “the” are used to indicate the existence of one or more elements / components / etc.; the terms “including” and “having” are used to indicate an open-ended meaning of inclusion and that other elements / components / etc. may exist in addition to the listed elements / components / etc.

[0044] This utility model provides a heat dissipation and condensation device, which is used in a cooking device 100 to condense the steam discharged from the cooking device 100.

[0045] The cooking equipment 100 of this utility model embodiment may include a steam oven, a steam oven, a microwave steam oven, or other equipment capable of processing food using steam.

[0046] The cooking apparatus 100 includes a steam generator 1 and an input pipe 2. The steam generator 1 provides steam for cooking. The cooking apparatus 100 has a cooking chamber 110 inside. There is at least one input pipe 2. The steam generator 1 is connected to the cooking chamber 110 through the input pipe 2. The steam generated by the steam generator 1 is input into the cooking chamber 110 through the input pipe 2 to heat the food inside the cooking chamber 110. The steam after heating the food and any excess steam can be sent to a heat dissipation and condensation device for cooling.

[0047] See Figures 1 to 7 The heat dissipation and condensation device of this utility model embodiment includes a heat dissipation shell, a condensation component 4, and a fan 43. The heat dissipation shell forms a heat dissipation duct 8 with an air inlet and an air outlet. The condensation component 4 is placed in the heat dissipation duct and includes a condensation cavity 41. The condensation cavity 41 forms a condensation chamber inside. The condensation cavity 41 is provided with an air inlet and an air outlet 412 that communicate with the condensation chamber. The condensation chamber is provided with a condensation pipe 42 with openings at both ends. The condensation pipe 42 communicates with the heat dissipation duct 8 through the openings at both ends. The cold air outlet of the fan 43 is connected to the air inlet of the heat dissipation duct 8, and the air outlet of the heat dissipation duct 8 is connected to the outside of the cooking equipment 100.

[0048] In the heat dissipation and condensation device of this utility model embodiment, the heat dissipation shell can form a heat dissipation duct 8 with an air inlet and an air outlet. The condensation component 4 is placed in the heat dissipation duct 8. The condensation component 4 includes a condensation cavity 41. A condensation cavity is formed inside the condensation cavity 41. The condensation cavity 41 is provided with an air inlet and an air outlet 412 that communicate with the condensation cavity. A condensation pipe 42 with openings at both ends is provided inside the condensation cavity. The condensation pipe 42 communicates with the heat dissipation duct 8 through the openings at both ends. The cold air outlet of the fan 43 is connected to the air inlet of the heat dissipation duct 8. The cold air blown out by the cold air outlet of the fan 43 can enter the heat dissipation duct 8 from the air inlet and flow towards the air outlet. The air outlet of the heat dissipation duct 8 is connected to the outside of the cooking equipment 100. The cold air carries the gas cooled by the condensation cavity 41 and is discharged from the cooking equipment 100. Steam inside the cooking device 100 can enter the condensing chamber through the air inlet and exchange heat with the condenser tube 42. After the steam cools down, the moisture in it condenses into water, achieving gas-liquid separation. The temperature of the gas after gas-liquid separation decreases, and it is discharged through the exhaust port and along the heat dissipation duct 8 to exit the cooking device, preventing scalding to the user. The fan 43 drives cold air through the condenser tube, cooling the condenser tube, thus allowing the condenser tube 42 to continuously exchange heat with the steam. The cold air driven by the fan 43 also flows from the air inlet to the air outlet in the heat dissipation duct 8, carrying the gas discharged from the exhaust port 412 and exiting the cooking device 100 from the air outlet. When the cold air flows along the heat dissipation duct 8, it exchanges heat with the condensing chamber 41, cooling the condensing chamber 41. The cold air driven by the fan 43 can simultaneously cool the condenser tube 42 and the condensing chamber 41, improving the cooling effect of the steam in the condensing chamber.

[0049] In some embodiments, the cooking device of this utility model further includes a first output pipe 5 and a second output pipe 6. The first output pipe 5 connects the cooking device 100 and the air inlet, and is used to transport steam from the cooking device 100 to the condensing chamber for condensation. The second output pipe 6 connects the cooking device 100 and the air inlet, and is used to transport steam from the cooking device 100 to the condensing chamber for condensation. A valve 7 is provided on the first output pipe 5 and / or the second output pipe 6. The valve 7 is used to regulate the flow rate of steam output from the cooking device 100 to the condensing chamber 41. Adjusting the opening of the valve 7 can adjust the steam flow rate delivered to the condensing chamber 41, thereby adapting to steam cooling under different cooking conditions.

[0050] See Figure 1 There can be multiple input pipes 2, and different input pipes 2 can be connected to different positions of the cooking device 100 to facilitate the input of steam into different areas within the cooking device 100, making the steam distribution within the cooking device 100 more uniform. The connection positions of two or more input pipes 2 to the cooking device 100 can be evenly distributed in the horizontal direction of the cooking cavity 110. In an exemplary embodiment, the distance between the sidewalls on the left and right sides of the cooking cavity 110 and the nearest connection position of the input pipe 2 can be approximately half the distance between the connection positions of two adjacent input pipes 2. For example, there are two input pipes 2, namely a first input pipe 21 and a second input pipe 22. The first input pipe 21 and the second input pipe 22 can be connected to the lower part of the cooking device 100, respectively. Steam enters the cooking cavity 110 from the lower part and flows from bottom to top within the cooking cavity 110, heating the food. One of the first input pipe 21 and the second input pipe 22 can be connected to the cooking device 100 at a position close to the left side of the cooking device 100, where steam is input into the cooking chamber 110. The other input pipe 22 can be connected to the cooking device 100 at a position close to the right side of the cooking device 100, where steam is input into the cooking chamber 110. The steam can be evenly distributed in the horizontal direction of the cooking chamber 110, so that the food is heated evenly.

[0051] In some embodiments, see Figure 4 and Figure 6The two ends of the condenser tube 42 opening are the first end and the second end, respectively. The first end of the condenser tube 42 passes through the first side of the condenser cavity 41, and the second end of the condenser tube 42 passes through the second side of the condenser cavity 41, so that the two ends of the condenser tube 42 are respectively connected to the heat dissipation duct 8, with the first side and the second side facing each other. After the steam enters the condenser cavity, it comes into contact with the condenser tube 42 and cools down through heat exchange with the condenser tube 42. The water in the steam condenses and separates from the gas to form liquid water, which can be discharged from the drain hole 411 at the bottom. The gas cooled down through heat exchange can be discharged from the condenser cavity 41 through the exhaust hole 412. After the condenser tube 42 exchanges heat with the steam, its temperature rises. Cold air can enter the condenser tube 42 from the first end and exit from the second end. When the cold air passes through the condenser tube 42, it cools the condenser tube 42, thereby creating a sufficient temperature difference between the condenser tube 42 and the steam for continuous cooling of the steam.

[0052] See Figures 1 to 3 A fan 43 is located at the air inlet of the heat dissipation duct 8, driving cold air to flow from the air inlet to the air outlet, and passing through the condenser pipe 42 from the first end to the second end. The cold air outlet of the fan 43 is connected to the air inlet of the heat dissipation duct 8 via a pipe or other physical connection, and also includes the fan 43's cold air outlet being opposite to the air inlet of the heat dissipation duct 8. By driving cold air through the condenser pipe 42 with the fan 43, the heat in the condenser pipe 42 can be quickly removed, lowering its temperature and ensuring continuous cooling of the steam. Simultaneously, the cold air in the heat dissipation duct 8 cools the condenser cavity 41, allowing the steam to exchange heat with both the condenser cavity 41 and the condenser pipe 42 for cooling. In an exemplary embodiment, the fan speed of the fan 43 is adjustable, allowing the speed to be adjusted according to the amount and temperature of steam input into the condenser cavity 41, thus adapting to different cooking conditions.

[0053] In some embodiments, see Figures 1 to 4 The heat dissipation housing includes an exhaust hood 3, which is connected to the cooking device 100 to form a heat dissipation duct 8. The exhaust hood 3 may be located on the top of the cooking device 100, and the exhaust hood 3 may form a heat dissipation duct 8 between itself and the cooking device 100.

[0054] In some embodiments, the heat dissipation housing further includes a heat dissipation base plate 34, and an exhaust hood 3 is connected to the heat dissipation base plate 34, forming a heat dissipation duct 8. The heat dissipation base plate 34 may be located on the top of the cooking device 100. The heat dissipation base plate 34 allows the heat dissipation housing to be flexibly mounted on the cooking device, and the distance between the heat dissipation housing and the cooking cavity 110 can be flexibly adjusted.

[0055] The condensing chamber 41 is provided with a drain hole 411 that connects to the condensing chamber, and the drain hole 411 is located at the bottom of the condensing chamber 41.

[0056] In some embodiments, a gap exists between the bottom of the condensing chamber 41 and the bottom of the heat dissipation duct 8. The condensing chamber 41 may be suspended within the heat dissipation duct 8, creating a gap between the bottom of the condensing chamber 41 and the bottom of the heat dissipation duct 8, allowing the gas after gas-liquid separation to be smoothly discharged from the exhaust port 412 at the bottom. The condensing chamber 41 may be connected to the exhaust hood 3, thereby being suspended within the heat dissipation duct 8.

[0057] When the exhaust hood 3 is located on top of the cooking appliance 100, a heat dissipation air duct 8 is formed between the exhaust hood 3 and the top of the cooking appliance 100. There is a gap between the condensation cavity 41 and the top of the cooking appliance 100.

[0058] When the exhaust hood 3 is connected to the heat dissipation base plate 34, and a heat dissipation air duct 8 is formed between the exhaust hood 3 and the heat dissipation base plate 34, there is a gap between the condensation cavity 41 and the heat dissipation base plate 34.

[0059] Drain hole 411 and vent hole 412 are respectively located at the bottom of the condensing chamber 41. By providing the vent shroud 3, a heat dissipation duct 8 can be formed, allowing the cooled gas discharged from the condensing chamber 41 to flow from the air inlet to the air outlet along the heat dissipation duct 8, preventing hot gas from overflowing, and enabling cold air to cool the condensing chamber 41. A gap is formed between the bottom of the condensing chamber 41 and the lower surface of the heat dissipation duct 8, allowing water and gas in the condensing chamber 41 to drain smoothly and allowing gas to flow through the heat dissipation duct 8.

[0060] In the exemplary embodiment, see Figure 3 The heat dissipation duct 8 can be arranged along the front-to-back direction of the cooking equipment 100, so that the gas discharged from the condenser chamber 41 flows along the front-to-back direction of the cooking equipment 100. The extension direction of the heat dissipation duct 8 is consistent with the extension direction of the condenser pipe 42. While the fan 43 drives the cold air through the condenser pipe 42, it also mixes the cold air with the gas discharged from the condenser chamber 41, further cooling the gas discharged from the condenser chamber 41 and causing it to flow along the heat dissipation duct 8. In a specific implementation, the fan 43 can be located behind the condenser chamber 41. The fan 43 drives the cold air to flow from the rear to the front of the cooking equipment 100. While passing through the condenser pipe 42, it also drives the gas discharged from the condenser chamber 41 to flow towards the front of the cooking equipment 100.

[0061] In some embodiments, see Figure 7 The exhaust hood 3 may include a top plate 31 and two side plates 32, with the two side plates 32 located on opposite sides of the top plate 31, and the top plate 31 and the two side plates 32 forming a heat dissipation duct 8.

[0062] When the exhaust hood 3 is located on the top of the cooking device 100, the two side plates 32 are connected to the top of the cooking device 100, thereby forming a heat dissipation duct 8 between the exhaust hood 3 and the top of the cooking device 100.

[0063] When the exhaust hood 3 is placed on the heat dissipation base plate 34, the two side plates 32 are connected to the heat dissipation base plate 34, thereby forming a heat dissipation air duct 8 between the exhaust hood 3 and the heat dissipation base plate 34.

[0064] The exhaust hood 3 can be connected to the top of the cooking appliance 100 or the heat dissipation base plate 34 by welding, screws, or other suitable means.

[0065] In practice, the two side plates 32 can be bent outward to form connecting plates, and the connecting plates can be welded, screwed or riveted to the top or heat dissipation base plate 34 of the cooking equipment 100.

[0066] In some embodiments, see Figure 3 and Figure 4 The height of the heat dissipation duct 8 gradually decreases along the direction from the air inlet to the air outlet. The exhaust hood 3 can be inclined along the direction from the air inlet to the air outlet, so that the height of the heat dissipation duct 8 gradually changes. In the exemplary embodiment, the top plate 31 of the exhaust hood 3 gradually tilts downward along the direction from the air inlet to the air outlet, so that the height of the heat dissipation duct 8 gradually decreases. For example, when the gas flows from back to front, the top plate 31 gradually tilts downward from back to front, and the height of the heat dissipation duct 8 gradually decreases accordingly.

[0067] In some embodiments, see Figure 7 The width of the heat dissipation duct 8 gradually increases from the air inlet to the air outlet. Similarly, the width of the exhaust hood 3 gradually increases from the air inlet to the air outlet, thus increasing the width of the heat dissipation duct 8. In a specific implementation, the distance between the two side plates 32 gradually increases from the air inlet to the air outlet, thereby increasing the width of the heat dissipation duct 8. For example, when gas flows from back to front, the distance between the two side plates 32 gradually increases from back to front, and the width of the heat dissipation duct 8 increases accordingly.

[0068] See Figure 7 An installation hole 33 may be provided on the exhaust hood 3, and the condensation chamber 41 is located at the installation hole 33.

[0069] In some embodiments, see Figure 1 and Figure 4The cooking appliance also includes a temperature sensor 9 and a humidity sensor 10. The temperature sensor 9 is located in the cooking cavity of the cooking appliance 100 and is used to detect the temperature inside the cooking cavity. The humidity sensor 10 is connected to the condenser cavity 41 and is used to detect the humidity inside the condenser cavity. By detecting the temperature inside the cooking cavity 110 using the temperature sensor 9, the cooking situation can be monitored in real time, and the steam output flow rate inside the cooking appliance 100 can be adjusted according to the temperature inside the cooking cavity 110. For example, when the detected temperature is high, the steam output flow rate inside the cooking appliance 100 can be increased, and when the detected temperature is low, the steam output flow rate inside the cooking appliance 100 can be decreased. By detecting the humidity inside the condenser cavity using the humidity sensor 10, the steam output flow rate inside the cooking appliance 100 can be adjusted according to the humidity inside the condenser cavity. For example, when the detected humidity is high, the steam output flow rate inside the cooking appliance 100 can be decreased, and when the detected humidity is low, the steam output flow rate inside the cooking appliance 100 can be increased.

[0070] In some embodiments, the cooking device also includes a control module electrically connected to a temperature sensor 9, a humidity sensor 10, a fan 43, and a valve 7. The control module is configured to control the opening of the valve 7 based on the detected temperature and humidity, thereby adjusting the steam flow rate and controlling the rotational speed of the fan 43. The control module can receive temperature information detected by the temperature sensor 9 and humidity information detected by the humidity sensor 10, and can control the valve 7 on the first output pipeline and / or the second output pipeline according to the detected temperature and humidity, thereby adjusting the flow rate of steam delivered to the condenser chamber 41. The control module can control the rotational speed of the fan 43. By controlling the rotational speed of the fan 43, the cooling efficiency can be adjusted. The higher the rotational speed of the fan 43, the greater the airflow, the more heat is removed from the condenser tube 42 per unit time, and the more heat is exchanged with the steam. The rotational speed of the fan 43 can be, for example, divided into three speeds, each with a different speed. The three speeds provide a first speed, a second speed, and a third speed, with the first, second, and third airflow speeds increasing sequentially.

[0071] A valve 7 is installed on the first output pipeline and / or the second output pipeline. The flow rate of steam from the cooking cavity to the condenser 41 can be adjusted by the valve 7. Closing part of the valve 7 can reduce the flow rate of steam from the cooking cavity to the condenser 41, and opening part of the valve 7 can increase the flow rate of steam from the cooking cavity to the condenser 41.

[0072] In this embodiment of the present invention, valve 7 can be, for example, a solenoid valve, and the on / off state of the solenoid valve can be controlled by a control module.

[0073] The control module may include a PLC (Programmable Logic Controller), an MCU (Microcontroller Unit), etc.

[0074] In an exemplary embodiment, valve 7 may be provided only on the first output pipe, and valve 7 may not be provided on the second output pipe, thereby maintaining a minimum flow rate of steam output from the cooking appliance 100 to the condenser chamber 41 through the second output pipe. Alternatively, valve 7 may be provided only on the second output pipe, and valve 7 may not be provided on the first output pipe, thereby maintaining a minimum flow rate of steam output from the cooking appliance 100 to the condenser chamber 41 through the second output pipe. Alternatively, valve 7 may be provided on both the first and second output pipes, allowing the flow rate of steam output from the cooking appliance 100 to the condenser chamber 41 to be arbitrarily adjusted via valve 7.

[0075] The first and second output pipes can be connected to the top of the condensing chamber 41, respectively. The first and second output pipes deliver steam from the top of the condensing chamber 41 into the condensing chamber. One of the first and second output pipes can be connected near the top left side of the condensing chamber 41, and the other can be connected near the top right side of the condensing chamber 41. By appropriately setting the connection positions of the first and second output pipes to the condensing chamber 41, the steam can be evenly distributed within the condensing chamber, improving the condensation effect.

[0076] The humidity sensor 10 can also be located at the top of the condensation chamber 41 or other suitable locations. The specific location of the humidity sensor 10 can be determined based on the spatial layout and other specific circumstances.

[0077] In some embodiments, the control module is configured as follows:

[0078] When the detected temperature and humidity are both below the temperature and humidity thresholds, valve 7 is controlled to output steam at a first flow rate from the first output pipe 5 and the second output pipe 6, and the fan 43 is controlled to rotate at the first speed. The temperature and humidity thresholds can be determined based on experience, experimentation, statistics, etc. Taking an example where valve 7 is not installed on the first output pipe 5 but is installed on the second pipe, when the detected temperature and humidity are both below the temperature and humidity thresholds, valve 7 on the second pipe can be closed, and only the first output pipe 5 will output steam. The total flow rate of steam output from the first and second output pipes 6 is the first flow rate. Taking an example where fan 43 can provide three speed settings, in this case, the fan 43 is controlled to operate at speed one, providing the first speed.

[0079] When the detected temperature is higher than the temperature threshold and the detected humidity is lower than the humidity threshold, valve 7 is controlled to output steam at a second flow rate from the first output pipe 5 and the second output pipe 6. The fan 43 is then controlled to rotate at a second speed, with the second flow rate greater than the first flow rate and the second speed greater than the first speed. Taking an example where valve 7 is not installed on the first output pipe 5 but is installed on the second pipe, valve 7 on the second pipe can be opened, allowing both the first and second output pipes 5 and 6 to output steam. The total flow rate of steam output from the first and second output pipes 6 is the second flow rate. Taking an example where fan 43 can provide three speed settings, the fan 43 is controlled to operate at speed two, providing the second speed.

[0080] When the detected temperature is below the temperature threshold and the detected humidity is above the humidity threshold, valve 7 is controlled to output steam at a first flow rate through the first output pipe 5 and the second output pipe 6, and the fan 43 is controlled to rotate at a second speed. Taking an example where valve 7 is not installed on the first output pipe 5 but is installed on the second pipe, valve 7 on the second pipe can be closed, and only the first output pipe 5 will output steam. The total flow rate of steam output from the first output pipe 5 and the second output pipe 6 will be the first flow rate. Taking an example where the fan 43 can provide three speed settings, the fan 43 is controlled to operate at the second speed setting.

[0081] When the detected temperature exceeds the temperature threshold and the detected humidity exceeds the humidity threshold, valve 7 is controlled to output steam at a second flow rate from the first output pipe 5 and the second output pipe 6. The fan 43 is then controlled to rotate at a third speed, which is greater than the second speed. For example, if valve 7 is not installed on the first output pipe 5 but is installed on the second pipe, valve 7 on the second pipe can be opened, allowing steam to be output from both the first and second output pipes 6. The total flow rate of steam output from the first and second output pipes 6 is the second flow rate. For example, if fan 43 can provide three speed settings, the fan 43 is controlled to operate at the third speed setting.

[0082] In some embodiments, see Figure 4 There is a gap between the condenser tube 42 and the lower surface of the condenser chamber. This increases the contact area between the condenser tube and the steam, thus improving the heat exchange effect.

[0083] In some embodiments, see Figure 4 The condenser tube 42 is parallel to the lower surface of the condenser chamber. The parallel alignment of the condenser tube 42 with the direction of cold air flow increases the airflow velocity within the condenser tube 42, thereby improving its cooling efficiency.

[0084] In some embodiments, see Figure 5 and Figure 6The condenser tubes 42 can be divided into at least two layers vertically within the condensation chamber. Adjacent layers of condenser tubes 42 are staggered horizontally. The multi-layered and staggered arrangement of the condenser tubes 42 allows for sufficient contact with the steam, improving heat exchange efficiency.

[0085] See Figure 4 and Figure 6 The bottom of the condensing chamber 41 has an exhaust port 412 and a drain port 411. Water formed by steam condensation can be discharged from the condensing chamber through the drain port 411, and the cooled gas can be discharged from the condensing chamber through the exhaust port 412. The drain port 411 can be located at the lowest point of the bottom of the condensing chamber, allowing the condensed water to drain smoothly and preventing accumulation. The height of the exhaust port 412 within the condensing chamber can be higher than that of the drain port 411 to prevent the condensed water from escaping through the exhaust port 412. The exhaust port 412 can have an annular flange 416 within the condensing chamber. The flange 416 surrounds the edge of the exhaust port 412 and protrudes from the bottom surface of the condensing chamber, effectively preventing the condensed water from escaping through the exhaust port 412. Multiple exhaust ports 412 can be used, while only one drain port 411 can be used.

[0086] In some embodiments, see Figure 5 and Figure 6 The condensing chamber 41 includes a condensing box 413 and a sealing cover 414. The top of the condensing box 413 is open, and the condensing pipe 42 is disposed inside the condensing box 413. The sealing cover 414 is connected to the top of the condensing box 413 to seal the condensing box 413. The first output pipe 5 and the second output pipe 6 are respectively connected to the sealing cover 414. Opening the sealing cover 414 exposes the interior of the condensing box 413, facilitating manufacturing and maintenance. The sealing cover 414 and the condensing box 413 can be sealed with a sealing ring.

[0087] The humidity sensor 10 may be located on the sealing cover 414.

[0088] An air inlet can be provided on the sealing cover 414, and the first output pipe 5 and the second output pipe 6 are connected to the sealing cover 414. A connector 415 can be connected to the air inlet, and the first output pipe 5 and the second output pipe 6 are respectively connected to the connector 415. By providing the connector 415, it is convenient to connect the first output pipe 5 and the second output pipe 6 to the condenser chamber 41. In an exemplary embodiment, the sealing cover 414 can be provided with two air inlets, each air inlet connected to a connector 415, and the first output pipe 5 and the second output pipe 6 are respectively connected to a connector 415. The connector 415 can be an easy-to-connect connector.

[0089] See Figures 1 to 3 This utility model provides a cooking device 100, including a heat dissipation and condensation device according to this utility model.

[0090] The cooking device 100 of this utility model embodiment has a cooking cavity 110, in which food is placed and heated.

[0091] The steam generator 1 can be located at the rear of the cooking appliance 100.

[0092] The condenser chamber 41, the fan 43, and the exhaust hood 3 may be located on top of the cooking equipment 100.

[0093] In this embodiment of the invention, the term "multiple" refers to two or more, unless otherwise explicitly defined. The terms "install," "connect," and "fix" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connect" can mean a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this embodiment of the invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0094] In the description of the embodiments 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 shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or unit referred to must have a specific direction or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the embodiments of this utility model.

[0095] In this specification, the terms "an embodiment," "a preferred embodiment," 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 the present invention. 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.

[0096] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model. For those skilled in the art, the present utility model can have various modifications and variations. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A heat dissipation and condensation device for use in cooking equipment (100), characterized in that, The heat dissipation and condensation device includes: A heat dissipation housing, which forms a heat dissipation air duct with an air inlet and an air outlet (8). A condensing assembly (4) is placed in the heat dissipation duct (8). The condensing assembly (4) includes a condensing cavity (41). A condensing cavity is formed inside the condensing cavity (41). The condensing cavity is provided with an air inlet and an air outlet (412) that communicate with the condensing cavity. A condensing pipe (42) with openings at both ends is provided inside the condensing cavity. The condensing pipe (42) communicates with the heat dissipation duct (8) through the openings at both ends. The fan (43) has a cold air outlet connected to the air inlet of the heat dissipation duct (8), and the air outlet of the heat dissipation duct is connected to the outside of the cooking equipment.

2. The heat dissipation and condensation device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The heat dissipation housing includes: The exhaust hood (3) includes a top plate (31) and two side plates (32). The two side plates (32) are located on opposite sides of the top plate (31). The top plate (31) and the two side plates (32) form the heat dissipation duct (8). There is a gap between the bottom of the condensing cavity (41) and the bottom of the heat dissipation duct (8). The exhaust hole (412) is located at the bottom of the condensing cavity (41). The bottom of the condensing cavity (41) is provided with a drain hole (411).

3. The heat dissipation and condensation device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The heat dissipation housing includes: A heat dissipation base plate (34) is provided on the top of the cooking equipment (100), and the two side plates (32) are connected to the heat dissipation base plate (34).

4. The heat dissipation and condensation device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lower surface of the condensation chamber has a flange (416) arranged around the edge of the exhaust port (412).

5. The heat dissipation and condensation device according to claim 1, characterized in that, There is a gap between the condenser tube (42) and the lower surface of the condenser cavity.

6. The heat dissipation and condensation device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The condenser tube (42) is parallel to the lower surface of the condenser cavity.

7. The heat dissipation and condensation device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The condenser tube (42) is divided into at least two layers in the vertical direction within the condensation cavity, and the adjacent two layers of condenser tubes (42) are staggered in the horizontal direction.

8. The heat dissipation and condensation device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The condensation chamber (41) includes: A condenser box (413) has an opening at the top, and a condenser tube (42) is disposed inside the condenser box (413). A sealing cap (414) is connected to the top of the condenser box (413) for sealing the condenser box (413), and the air inlet is located on the sealing cap (414).

9. A cooking apparatus (100), characterized in that, Includes the heat dissipation and condensation device as described in any one of claims 1-8.

Images