Cooking equipment

Abstract

The utility model provides cooking equipment. The cooking apparatus includes a main body forming a cavity and a door opening and closing the cavity, and the door may include: a display module disposed in front of the door; a detection module which is disposed in front of the upper part of the display module and detects the presence of a user; and a panel part which is arranged in front of the upper part of the display module and covers the detection module. Through the structure, the detection module can be easily assembled on the combination panel. Therefore, the assembling performance of the whole cooking equipment is improved, so that the assembling time can be saved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to cooking equipment, and more specifically, to a cooking device disposed on the upper side of a heating cooking apparatus. Background Technology

[0002] The content described in this section is only to provide background information on this utility model and does not constitute prior art.

[0003] Cooking appliances are household appliances that use microwaves, a type of electromagnetic wave, and / or heat from heaters to cook food. Typically, cooking appliances have a cavity that serves as a space for placing and cooking food, and a door that allows the cavity to be opened and closed.

[0004] When installing cooking equipment indoors, it is necessary to consider the effective use of the equipment and the saving of installation space.

[0005] For this reason, cooking equipment can be positioned near heating cooking devices such as ovens or gas stoves. Specifically, cooking equipment can be positioned above heating cooking devices.

[0006] By placing the cooking equipment above the heating element, users can reduce movement in environments where the cooking equipment and heating element are close together, thus making food preparation more convenient. Additionally, the cooking equipment can be used as a hood to expel hot air, oil vapors, and other contaminants generated by the heating element to the outside.

[0007] For example, a display can be installed on the front of the door of the cooking appliance to provide users with various information. Users can use the display to check the cooking status of the food.

[0008] Furthermore, when the display unit is connected to other home appliances and acts as a hub for them, it can provide information beyond just food cooking data. Additionally, cooking instructions and various other commands can be input to the display unit via touch. Utility Model Content

[0009] The purpose of this invention is to provide a cooking device with a front joint portion that is stably attached to the outer panel and has various detection devices mounted on the door.

[0010] In addition, the purpose of this invention is to provide a cooking device with a structure that improves assemblability by making the detection device provided at the front joint easily combined with other components.

[0011] In addition, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a cooking device with a structure in which a component equipped with a detection device is stably attached to the outer panel.

[0012] The purpose of this utility model is not limited to the purposes mentioned above. Other purposes and advantages of this utility model not mentioned can be understood through the following description and will become clearer through the embodiments of this utility model. In addition, it can be readily understood that the purposes and advantages of this utility model can be achieved by the means and combinations thereof given in the claims.

[0013] One embodiment of the cooking apparatus may include a body forming a cavity and a door for opening and closing the cavity.

[0014] The door may include a detection module positioned at the upper front of the display module to detect the presence of a user. The door may also include a panel positioned at the upper front of the display module. The panel may cover the detection module.

[0015] The detection module may include a first camera that captures images of the front of the cooking equipment. The detection module may also include an illuminance detection unit that detects external illuminance. Finally, the detection module may include a human body detection unit that detects the presence of a user in front of the cooking equipment.

[0016] The panel may include a connecting panel arranged along the side of the door in the longitudinal direction. At least one of a first camera, an illumination detection unit, and a human body detection unit may be disposed on the connecting panel. The panel may also include a cover panel having a shape corresponding to the connecting panel. The cover panel may cover at least a portion of the connecting panel.

[0017] The panel may include a first retainer protruding rearward from the back. The first retainer may be configured to surround a third through-hole. A human detection unit may be mounted on the first retainer.

[0018] The first retainer may include a base protrusion that projects from the mating panel and forms a circumference. The first retainer may include an additional protrusion that further projects from a portion of the base protrusion and forms an arc.

[0019] The stepped area formed by the protruding part of the base and the additional protruding part can form a space to prevent the illuminance detection part and the first holding member from colliding with each other.

[0020] The connecting panel may include panel hooks protruding rearward from the back. A plurality of panel hooks may be spaced apart along the length of the connecting panel. The outer panel may include outer hook engagement holes formed at positions corresponding to the panel hooks. The panel hooks can be inserted into and engaged with the outer hook engagement holes.

[0021] By inserting the panel hook of the connecting panel into the outer hook connecting hole of the outer panel, the front connecting part can be positioned in the designed position of the outer panel and remain in that position.

[0022] In the cooking device of this invention, the first retainer may have a two-part protruding structure including a base protrusion and an additional protrusion. Furthermore, a space can be formed at the stepped portion where the base protrusion and the additional protrusion are located to prevent the illuminance detection unit and the first retainer from colliding with each other.

[0023] This structure allows the detection module to be easily assembled onto the connecting panel. Therefore, the overall assemblability of the cooking equipment is improved, thus saving assembly time.

[0024] Furthermore, in the cooking device of this invention, the panel hook of the connecting panel can be inserted into the outer hook connecting hole of the outer panel. Thus, the front connecting part can be positioned at the designed location on the outer panel and maintain that position.

[0025] In this configuration, the third fastening protrusion of the connecting panel can be easily secured to the outer panel using the connecting mechanism. This is because operators do not need to perform additional work to keep the connecting panel in the designed position for securing the connecting mechanism. Therefore, the assemblability of the entire cooking appliance is improved, thereby saving assembly time.

[0026] In addition to the effects described above, the specific effects of this utility model will be described together with the following description of the specific matters for implementing the utility model. Attached Figure Description

[0027] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of a cooking apparatus according to an embodiment.

[0028] Figure 2 It is shown in Figure 1 A diagram showing the middle door in an open state.

[0029] Figure 3 Observing from another direction Figure 1 The image.

[0030] Figure 4 This is a bottom view of a cooking apparatus according to an embodiment.

[0031] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of the door of a cooking appliance according to an embodiment.

[0032] Figure 6 Observing from another direction Figure 5 The image.

[0033] Figure 7 This is the rear view of the door.

[0034] Figure 8 This is a perspective view showing a portion of a door in one embodiment, exploded.

[0035] Figure 9Observing from another direction Figure 8 The image.

[0036] Figure 10 This is an exploded perspective view of a door in one embodiment.

[0037] Figure 11 Observing from another direction Figure 10 The image.

[0038] Figure 12 This is a perspective view showing the outer panel of one embodiment.

[0039] Figure 13 Observing from another direction Figure 12 The image.

[0040] Figure 14 This is a diagram showing an inner panel and air guide of one embodiment.

[0041] Figure 15 yes Figure 14 An exploded 3D diagram.

[0042] Figure 16 Is Figure 5 Observe the side sectional view of the door in the 16-16 direction.

[0043] Figure 17 It is Figure 16 The 17 enlarged parts of the image.

[0044] Figure 18 This is a perspective view showing the front joint portion of an embodiment.

[0045] Figure 19 Observing from another direction Figure 18 The image.

[0046] Figure 20 yes Figure 18 An exploded 3D diagram.

[0047] Figure 21 This is a top view showing a portion of the cover panel of one embodiment.

[0048] Figure 22 yes Figure 21 Side view.

[0049] Figure 23 This is a diagram used to illustrate the joint structure of the second sub-joint.

[0050] Figure 24 This is a diagram used to illustrate the joint structure of the first sub-joint.

[0051] Figure 25 This diagram illustrates the bonding structure between the first camera, the detection substrate, and the bonding panel.

[0052] Figure 26 This is a front view showing a portion of a combined panel in one embodiment.

[0053] Figure 27 This is a perspective view showing the first camera and the detection substrate bonded to the bonding panel.

[0054] Figure 28 , Figure 29 as well as Figure 30 This diagram illustrates the process of assembling the test substrate and bonding the panel.

[0055] Figure 31 This is a perspective view showing an embodiment of a cover window.

[0056] Figure 32 This is an exploded perspective view showing a cover window and cover panel of another embodiment.

[0057] Figure 33 It is shown Figure 32 A three-dimensional diagram showing the combined state of the cover window and cover panel.

[0058] Figure 34 It is Figure 12 The 34 parts are enlarged.

[0059] Figure 35 It is Figure 12 The image is an enlarged view of 35 parts.

[0060] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0061] 110: Display unit; 120: Outer panel

[0062] 130: Inner panel; 140: Air guide.

[0063] 150: Air supply device Detailed Implementation

[0064] The above-described objectives, features, and advantages will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Therefore, those skilled in the art to which this invention pertains can readily implement the technical concept of this invention. In the description of this invention, if a detailed description of publicly known technologies related to this invention is deemed likely to obscure the main idea of ​​this invention, such detailed description will be omitted. Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of this invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the drawings, the same reference numerals refer to the same or similar constituent elements.

[0065] Although terms such as "first," "second," etc., are used to describe a variety of constituent elements, these constituent elements are not limited by these terms. The terms are used only to distinguish one constituent element from others, and unless otherwise specified, a first constituent element can be a second constituent element.

[0066] Throughout this specification, unless otherwise stated, each constituent element may be singular or plural.

[0067] Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular expressions used in this specification include the plural expressions. In this application, terms such as "consisting of" or "comprising" should not be construed as necessarily including all the constituent elements or steps described in the specification, but may exclude some of the constituent elements or steps, or may include additional constituent elements or steps.

[0068] Throughout the scope of this specification, when described as “A and / or B”, it means A, B, or A and B unless specifically stated otherwise; when described as “C to D”, it means C and below unless specifically stated otherwise.

[0069] Throughout this instruction manual, "vertical direction" refers to the vertical direction of the cooking appliance when it is set up for normal use. "Left and right direction" refers to a direction orthogonal to the vertical direction, and "front and back direction" refers to a direction orthogonal to both the vertical and left and right directions. "Side direction" or "lateral direction" has the same meaning as "left and right direction," and these terms may be used interchangeably in this instruction manual.

[0070] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of a cooking apparatus according to an embodiment. Figure 2 It is shown in Figure 1 A diagram showing the middle gate 20 in an open state.

[0071] The cooking device in the embodiment can be positioned above a location where a heating cooking device, such as a heated oven or a gas stove, is located vertically separated from the heating cooking device.

[0072] With this configuration of cooking equipment, users can conveniently use the cooking apparatus, which includes the cooking device. Furthermore, the cooking apparatus can function as an exhaust hood for the heating cooking device located below. In this case, the cooking apparatus may have a component that serves as an exhaust hood.

[0073] The cooking device can use microwaves, which are a type of electromagnetic wave, and / or heater heat to cook food. The cooking device may include a body 10 forming a cavity 11 and a door 20 for opening and closing the cavity 11.

[0074] Food to be cooked can be placed in the cavity 11. The door 20 can be configured in front of the cavity 11 and rotatably mounted on the main body 10, so that the cavity 11 can be opened and closed.

[0075] The cooking equipment can function as an exhaust hood to expel foreign matter in the form of gaseous substances from the heating and cooking device located below to the outside. For this purpose, a vent 13 can be provided on the upper part of the main body 10 to expel moisture, oil vapor, etc. generated from the heating and cooking device located below the cooking equipment to the outside.

[0076] The main body 10 may also include a front panel 12, which is disposed at the entrance edge of the cavity 11. When the door 20 is closed, one side of the front panel 12 is configured to face the side of the choke member 170 to close the cavity 11.

[0077] The front panel 12 can surround the entrance edge of the cavity 11 and can be configured to protrude by a specified width. Therefore, when the door 20 is closed, the edge portion of the door 20 and the cavity 11 can overlap each other.

[0078] With this structure, the front panel 12 seals the cavity 11 when the door 20 is closed, thereby preventing oil, moisture, oil vapor and other substances generated during the cooking process of food placed in the cavity 11 from flowing out to the outside through the inlet of the cavity 11.

[0079] Figure 3 Observing from another direction Figure 1 The image. Figure 4 This is a bottom view of a cooking apparatus according to an embodiment.

[0080] A suction section 14 can be provided at the lower part of the main body 10 to draw in moisture, oil vapor, etc. rising from the heating and cooking device. Therefore, the cooking device can function as an exhaust hood that draws in air discharged from the heating and cooking device located below it and discharges it to the outside.

[0081] The intake section 14 and the vent 13 are configured to communicate with each other. Gases such as oil vapor flowing into the intake section 14 can be discharged to the outside through the vent 13. The vent 13 can be configured to communicate with a pipe connected to the outside.

[0082] On the other hand, the cavity 11 of the cooking device is formed to be not connected to the suction section 14 and the vent 13, so that the oil vapor and other gases flowing in from the suction section 14 will not flow into the cavity 11, and can be directly discharged to the outside of the main body 10 through the vent 13.

[0083] A bottom panel 15 is provided at the lower part of the main body 10, and the intake part 14 can be formed to communicate with the ventilation hole 13 through the bottom panel 15.

[0084] A lighting section 25 that illuminates downwards can be formed on the bottom panel 15. This lighting can be, for example, shaped to be elongated along the side of the cooking appliance. With the illumination from the lighting section 25, the user can conveniently use the heating cooking device located on the lower side of the cooking appliance.

[0085] Figure 5 This is a perspective view showing the door 20 of a cooking appliance according to an embodiment. Figure 6 Observing from another direction Figure 5 The image.

[0086] Figure 7 This is the rear view of door 20. Figure 8 This is a perspective view showing an exploded portion of a door 20 in one embodiment. Figure 9 Observing from another direction Figure 8 The image.

[0087] The door 20 may include a display module 21, a cooling flow path 22, and a shielding part 23. The display module 21 is disposed in front of the door 20, and the user can use the display module 21 to view the interior of the cavity 11 of the cooking device.

[0088] The cooling flow path 22 is disposed behind the display module 21, and an airflow path for cooling can be formed inside it. The air flowing into the door 20 can flow inside the door 20 and cool the door 20 by utilizing the cooling flow path 22.

[0089] The shielding part 23 is disposed behind the cooling flow path part 22 and can shield electromagnetic waves generated from the main body 10. The shielding part 23 can block electromagnetic waves generated from the cavity 11 and propagating to the outside of the cooking device to protect the user.

[0090] For example, shielding part 23 can block electromagnetic waves (microwaves) generated for cooking food inside the main body 10 from being emitted to the outside of door 20.

[0091] The cooling flow path 22 is provided for cooling electrical components installed inside the door 20, including the display unit 110 installed in the display module 21. Air can flow inside the cooling flow path of the cooling door 20. The display unit 110 can be formed to be thin, and its area can occupy most of one side of the door 20.

[0092] Therefore, the display unit 110 is formed to occupy most of the front area of ​​the door 20, thereby increasing the configuration area of ​​the display unit 110 and improving the user's visibility. The user can conveniently check various information using the display unit 110 with its large screen.

[0093] Because the display unit 110 is larger, the heat generation may increase. Therefore, it is necessary to configure the display unit 110 to be effectively cooled within the door 20. In an embodiment, a cooling flow path for cooling airflow may be additionally provided.

[0094] The cooling flow path 22 is positioned behind the display unit 110 and allows cooling air to flow through it, thus effectively cooling the display unit 110. Additionally, the heat-generating components mounted on the display module 21 can also be cooled by the air flowing through the cooling flow path 22. In other words, the cooling flow path 22 can cool the display module 21, which includes the display unit 110 and various other heat-generating components.

[0095] In order to effectively cool the display unit 110, the entire display unit 110 needs to be exposed to the air flowing in the cooling flow path 22. In addition, it is necessary to form an air curtain by the airflow discharged to the outside of the door 20 through the cooling flow path 22 to block the hot air and oil vapor rising from the heating cooking device located at the bottom of the cooking equipment.

[0096] Therefore, the air flowing in the cooling flow path 22 can be diverted inside the cooling flow path 22 to be discharged to the upper and lower sides of the display module 21.

[0097] Since the cooling air is split inside the cooling flow path 22 and discharged to the upper and lower sides of the display module 21, the cooling air can contact and flow with the entire back side of the display unit 110, thereby effectively cooling the display unit 110.

[0098] In addition, since cooling air is discharged to the upper and lower sides of the display module 21 respectively, an air curtain is effectively formed around the display and the door 20, so that hot air and oil vapor rising from the heating cooking device located at the bottom of the cooking equipment can be effectively blocked by the air curtain.

[0099] The display module 21 may include a display unit 110, a camera, and other electrical components, while the cooling flow path 22 may include electrical components such as a fan 150 operated by a motor. Therefore, in order to protect the user and electrical components from electromagnetic waves, a shielding part 23 that shields electromagnetic waves generated from the main body may be provided behind the cooling flow path 22.

[0100] The display module 21 may be configured with a display section 110 and various electrical components. A cooling flow path section 22, which forms a flow path for cooling the display module 21, may be configured behind the display module 21. A shielding section 23, which shields electromagnetic waves from reaching the electrical components provided on the display module 21, may be configured behind the cooling flow path section 22.

[0101] In this embodiment, the display module 21, used to provide various information and convenience to the user, needs to be positioned on the front of the cooking appliance, i.e., at the very front of the door 20. Additionally, this embodiment requires a structure that effectively cools components such as the display section 110 housed in the display module 21, and simultaneously forms a flow path for cooling air to create an air curtain around the door 20 while effectively cooling the interior of the door 20 where the display section 110 is located, and protects the electrical components installed on the door 20 from electromagnetic waves.

[0102] To meet this requirement, the display module 21 can be positioned at the front of the door 20, the cooling flow path 22 can be positioned behind the display module 21, and the shielding part 23 can be positioned behind the cooling flow path 22.

[0103] That is, in order to realize the door structure of the aforementioned embodiment, the door 20 needs to arrange the display module 21, cooling flow path section 22, and shielding section 23, which each play their respective roles, in sequence from the front to the rear of the door 20.

[0104] The display module 21 may include a first outlet 123 and a second outlet 124. The first outlet 123 may be configured on the upper part of the display module 21, and the air flowing inside the display module 21 may be discharged to the outside through the first outlet 123.

[0105] The second outlet 124 can be configured at the lower part of the display module 21, and the air flowing inside the display module 21 can be discharged to the outside through the second outlet 124. That is, the air flowing inside the door 20 can be discharged to the outside through the first outlet 123 and the second outlet 124 respectively configured at the upper and lower parts of the door 20, so that the air can flow throughout the entire interior of the door 20, thereby effectively cooling the entire door 20.

[0106] The display module 21 may include a display unit 110 and an outer panel 120. The display unit 110 may be configured on the front of the door 20 and display images, videos, or pictures.

[0107] The display unit 110 can display and provide cooking information to the user. In addition, the display unit 110 can receive user commands via touch recognition.

[0108] On the other hand, the display unit 110 can be communicatively connected to other household appliances, as well as cameras, locking devices, etc. installed on the entrance door. In addition, the display unit 110 can be communicatively connected to external devices required by the user.

[0109] Users can receive information about the operation of home appliances, visits from outsiders, and other aspects of daily life from the display unit 110, and can also use the display unit 110 to send commands to home appliances and other devices connected to the display unit 110.

[0110] Therefore, the door 20, including the display unit 110, can serve as an Internet of Things hub that transmits information about home appliances and other devices needed for daily life to users and transmits user instructions to such devices.

[0111] The outer panel 120 can be disposed behind the display unit 110, and the display unit 110 can be mounted on the outer panel 120. The outer panel 120 can be generally formed into a shape having a hollow portion 1201 and a predetermined width along the front-rear direction of the door 20.

[0112] The hollow portion 1201 of the outer panel 120 can be closed by the back of the display unit 110. Air flowing inside the outer panel 120 can collide with the back of the display unit 110 exposed in the hollow portion 1201 of the outer panel 120. Thus, the air flowing inside the outer panel 120 can contact the back of the display unit 110 to cool the display unit 110.

[0113] In addition, the air passing through the fan 152 can cool heat-generating components such as the speaker 260, microphone 270, and printed circuit board that are exposed and disposed in the hollow portion 1201 of the outer panel 120.

[0114] Because the outer panel 120 has the aforementioned structure, it can have an internal space in which various components can be housed. The width of the door 20 in the front-to-back direction can be almost entirely determined by the outer panel 120.

[0115] A first through-hole 121 for air inflow can be formed at the upper end of the outer panel 120. A plurality of first through-holes 121 can be provided. Each first through-hole 121 can be arranged with a plurality of slit-shaped holes spaced apart. Using this structure, external foreign objects can be slightly suppressed from flowing into the interior of the door 20 through the first through-holes 121.

[0116] A handle 122 may be provided on one side of the outer panel 120 for use by the user when opening and closing the door 20. For example, the handle 122 may be formed by a recess in the side of the outer panel 120.

[0117] A button device 300 may be installed on one side of the outer panel 120, for example, directly below the location where the handle 122 is formed. The user can operate the button device 300 to supply power to or cut off the power supply to the cooking appliance. Detailed operation of the cooking appliance can be achieved by inputting commands to the display unit 110.

[0118] The outer panel 120 can support various components such as the display unit 110, speaker 260, microphone 270, and printed circuit boards for communication or control, and can be formed with a first through hole 121 for external air to flow in, a first outlet 123 for air to be discharged, and a second outlet 124.

[0119] On the other hand, a camera can be installed in the door 20. The images captured by the camera can be played on the display unit 110, allowing the user to observe the interior of the cavity 11 or the image below the cooking appliance using the display unit 110. The camera may include at least one of a first camera 310, a second camera 210, and a third camera 230.

[0120] The first camera 310 can be configured at the upper front of the display module 21 to capture images of the front of the cooking equipment.

[0121] The first camera 310 can capture images of the user or the interior space located in front of the cooking equipment. Therefore, the first camera 310 can be used when the user uses the display unit 110 to make video calls with others at other remote locations outside the entrance door. The first camera 310 will be described in detail later.

[0122] The second camera 210 can be mounted on the lower part of the outer panel 120 and capture images of the lower part of the door 20. The second camera 210 is mounted on the lower part of the outer panel 120 so that its line of sight is directed towards the lower part of the cooking equipment, thus allowing it to capture images of the heating and cooking device located at the lower part of the cooking equipment. Alternatively, the second camera 210 can be used to monitor the status of the heating and cooking device at the lower part of the cooking equipment.

[0123] Users can use the images captured by the second camera 210 and displayed on the display unit 110 to observe the status of the heating and cooking device and the cooking status of the food in the heating and cooking device.

[0124] The third camera 230 is mounted on the frame 160 and positioned facing the cavity 11, and can capture images of the cavity 11. That is, the line of sight of the third camera 230 can be set to face the cavity 11 and capture images of the cavity 11. The user can use the images captured by the third camera 230 to observe the food cooking process in the cavity 11.

[0125] Door 20 may include a latch 250, which is mounted on the side of frame 160 and a portion of which is formed to protrude from frame 160. The latch 250 may be configured to engage with a groove formed in the front panel 12 of door 20. The latch 250 can stably hold door 20 in a closed state.

[0126] Figure 10 This is an exploded perspective view of gate 20 in one embodiment. Figure 11Observing from another direction Figure 10 The diagram shows that the cooling flow path 22 may include an inner panel 130, an air guide 140, and an air supply device 150.

[0127] The inner panel 130 can be disposed behind and mounted on the outer panel 120. An air guide 140, described later, can be mounted on the inner panel 130. The inner panel 130 and the air guide 140 together form a space for airflow into the interior of the door 20.

[0128] Air guide 140 is mounted on inner panel 130, which can be combined with frame 160 to provide space for airflow into the interior of door 20.

[0129] Air guide 140 can be disposed between outer panel 120 and inner panel 130, and can be combined with inner panel 130. Air guide 140 can guide the flow of air flowing from the outside into the interior of door 20, and can form a space for air flow.

[0130] The air supply device 150 can be installed on the air guide 140. The air supply device 150 can force the air flowing into the air guide 140 to flow from the rear of the air guide 140 to the front.

[0131] The shielding part 23 may include a frame 160 and a blocking member 170. The frame 160 may be disposed behind and coupled to the inner panel 130, and one side thereof may be rotatably coupled to the main body 10. As the frame 160 rotates, the door 20 may rotate to open and close the cavity 11 of the cooking device.

[0132] The frame 160 can be combined with the inner panel 130 to form a flow path for cooling air while having a shielding structure, i.e., a blocking member 170, to prevent electromagnetic wave leakage, and can form the inner side of the door 20.

[0133] The blocking member 170 can be disposed behind and combined with the frame 160, and can block the electromagnetic waves generated from the main body 10 from being emitted to the outside. The blocking member 170 can generally be formed into a quadrilateral shape with a hollow portion, and can be formed into an edge portion surrounding the frame 160.

[0134] Figure 12 This is a perspective view showing an embodiment of the outer panel 120. Figure 13 Observing from another direction Figure 12 The image. Figure 14 This is a diagram showing an inner panel and air guide of one embodiment. Figure 15 yes Figure 14 An exploded 3D diagram.

[0135] Reference Figure 13 The door 20 may include a speaker 260 and a microphone 270. At least one speaker 260 may be mounted on the side of the outer panel 120. The speaker 260 may generate voice, prompts, etc., required for the operation of the cooking equipment. In addition, the speaker 260 may generate all voice, prompts, etc., for enabling the door 20, including the display 110 of the door 20, to function as an Internet of Things hub.

[0136] Microphone 270 can be mounted on the lower part of the outer panel 120 and can receive user voice. Users can use microphone 270 to input voice commands for operating the cooking equipment. Additionally, microphone 270 can serve as part of enabling door 20 to function as an IoT hub.

[0137] On the other hand, a communication unit for communication can be provided in the door. Since the door 20 functions as an Internet of Things hub, the communication unit provided in the door 20 is preferably configured to perform various types of wired or wireless communication functions.

[0138] The outer panel 120 may have a first through-hole 120c and a second through-hole 120d. The first through-hole 120c may be formed on the side of the outer panel 120. The first through-hole 120c may be located near the position where the speaker 260 is disposed. The first through-hole 120c may be formed in a mesh shape to allow the speaker 260 to communicate with the outside and to prevent the speaker 260 from being exposed to the outside.

[0139] The speaker 260 communicates with the outside of the outer panel 120 via the first through-hole 120c, thereby effectively transmitting prompts and other voice messages to the user. Since there is a pair of speakers 260, the first through-hole 120c can also be a pair and formed at positions corresponding to each speaker in the pair of speakers 260.

[0140] The second through-hole 120d can be formed to penetrate the lower part of one side of the outer panel 120. A portion of the button device 300 installed inside the outer panel 120 can be exposed to the outside of the outer panel 120 through the second through-hole 120d. The user can operate the button device 300 by touching the exposed part of the outer panel 120.

[0141] A first outlet 123 may be provided on the upper part of the outer panel 120, and a second outlet 124 may be provided on the lower part. The first outlet 123 is provided on the upper part of the outer panel 120, allowing air flowing inside the door via the air supply device 150 to be discharged to the outside. The second outlet 124 is provided on the lower part of the outer panel 120, allowing air flowing inside the door via the air supply device 150 to be discharged to the outside.

[0142] The first outlet 123 can be located adjacent to the upper end of the display unit 110, and the second outlet 124 can be located adjacent to the lower end of the display unit 110. Therefore, the air forced to flow inside the door 20 by means of the air supply device 150 can be discharged to the outside from the positions adjacent to the upper and lower ends of the display unit 110 through the first outlet 123 and the second outlet 124.

[0143] Air discharged through the first outlet 123 can form an air curtain at the top of the door 20. Additionally, air discharged through the second outlet 124 can form an air curtain at the bottom of the door 20.

[0144] An air curtain is a means of blocking external airflow from penetrating into the door 20. In an embodiment, the boundary surface or boundary region where the airflow discharged from the interior of the door 20 via the first outlet 123 and the second outlet 124 forms a boundary with the external airflow can be referred to as an air curtain.

[0145] An air curtain formed by air discharged from the interior of door 20 via the first outlet 123 and the second outlet 124 can suppress the infiltration of external air into door 20.

[0146] Because the heating cooking device is located at the bottom of the cooking equipment, the heat generated when using the heating cooking device and the oil vapor from the food being cooked may rise and penetrate into the cooking equipment.

[0147] The heat transferred from the heating element to the cooking appliance may damage components located on the door 20 of the cooking appliance. In particular, the display unit 110 and components containing circuits, components, etc., related to its operation may be susceptible to heat.

[0148] Additionally, oil vapors transferred from the food being cooked may adhere to the door 20 of the cooking appliance. Oil vapors may adhere to the surface of the display unit 110, reducing its image quality, and may also adhere to the surfaces of other components mounted on the door 20, potentially damaging them.

[0149] In an embodiment, the airflow discharged to the outside of the door 20 via the first outlet 123 and the second outlet 124 provided on the door 20 can form an air curtain, which can effectively block the hot air and oil vapor rising from the heating cooking device located at the bottom of the cooking equipment.

[0150] Therefore, it is possible to effectively prevent various electronic components, including the display unit 110, installed on the door 20 from being damaged or having their functions reduced due to hot air and oil vapor.

[0151] Reference Figure 14The air guide 140 may include an inlet 141 and an outlet 142. The inlet 141 may be configured on the upper part of the air guide 140 to allow outside air to flow in, and at least one inlet 141 may be provided.

[0152] The inlet 141 can be configured at a position corresponding to the first through hole 121 provided on the upper part of the outer panel 120. Therefore, external air can flow into the interior of the door 20 through the first through hole 121 of the outer panel 120 and through the inlet 141.

[0153] An exhaust port 142 is formed at the lower part of the inlet 141 in the air guide 140, and a blower fan 152 can be arranged at a position that overlaps with the exhaust port 142 in the front-back direction. The exhaust port 142 can be formed to penetrate the air guide 140 in the front-back direction of the door 20.

[0154] Therefore, air can flow from the upper part to the lower part of the air guide 140 through the inlet 141, and then change direction to flow from the rear to the front of the air guide 140 through the exhaust port 142.

[0155] The air supply device 150 may include a housing 151 and an air supply fan 152. The housing 151 may be disposed at the exhaust port 142 and form a hollow portion, in which the air supply fan 152 may be installed.

[0156] The blower fan 152 is rotatably mounted on the housing 151 and allows air to flow from the rear of the air guide 140 to the front. The blower fan 152 can be powered to rotate, thereby causing air to flow inside the door 20.

[0157] With the help of the rotation of the blower fan 152, outside air can flow into the interior of the door 20 through the inlet 141 and can be discharged to the outside of the door 20 through the first outlet 123 and the second outlet 124. The exhaust port 142 of the air guide 140 is formed in the center of the housing 151 and can be formed to correspond to the position, area and shape of the hollow part in which the blower fan 152 is disposed.

[0158] Figure 16 Is Figure 5 The side sectional view of door 20 in the 16-16 direction is observed below. (Refer to the following text.) Figure 16 This specifically describes the airflow inside door 20. Figure 16 In the image, arrows are used to represent the flow of air.

[0159] As the blower fan 152 rotates, outside air can flow into the interior of the door 20 through the inlet 141 of the air guide 140, and can be discharged to the outside of the door 20 through the first outlet 123 and the second outlet 124.

[0160] Specifically, the air forced to flow by the blower fan 152 can have the following flow path.

[0161] Air can flow into the interior of the door 20 through the first through hole 121 of the outer panel 120 and the inlet 141 located thereto. The air flowing into the interior of the door 20 can flow downward toward the door 20 and into the blower fan 152.

[0162] Air can pass through the fan 152 in the front-to-back direction of the door 20. At the same time, air can pass through the exhaust port 142 of the air guide 140 while passing through the fan 152. The airflow direction can be changed from the vertical direction of the door 20 to the front-to-back direction by the fan 152.

[0163] Since the front of the exhaust port 142 is blocked by the display unit 110, the air passing through the exhaust port 142 can be diverted in the vertical direction in front of the air guide 140.

[0164] A portion of the diverted air can flow upward toward the door 20 and exit from the first outlet 123. Another portion of the diverted air can flow downward toward the door 20 and exit from the second outlet 124.

[0165] The air diverted from the first row of outlets 123 and the second row of outlets 124 can surround the entire door 20. In particular, the diverted air can surround the front part of the door 20. With this structure, the air discharged from the first row of outlets 123 and the second row of outlets 124 forms an air curtain in the door 20, thereby effectively suppressing the penetration of hot air and oil vapor generated from the heating cooking device located at the bottom of the cooking equipment into the door 20.

[0166] Furthermore, utilizing the aforementioned structure that allows air to flow inside the door 20, the air flowing into the door 20 can circulate throughout the entire interior of the door 20. For example, air can circulate throughout the entire space formed by the back of the display unit 110 and the outer panel 120.

[0167] Thus, the air flowing inside the door 20 can cool the entire back of the display unit 110, and can effectively cool the outer panel 120 and other components installed on other parts of the door 20.

[0168] In particular, heat-generating components such as a speaker 260, a microphone 270, and a printed circuit board can be installed on the outer panel 120. Such heat-generating components can be distributed throughout the entire outer panel 120. Therefore, air can effectively cool such heat-generating components while flowing throughout the entire interior of the outer panel 120.

[0169] like Figure 16As shown, the first through-hole 121 and the inlet 141 for air inflow can be connected to each other. As the blower fan 152 rotates, external air can flow into the interior of the air guide 140 through the first through-hole 121 and the inlet 141, and can flow toward the blower device 150 through the space formed by the inner panel 130 and the air guide 140.

[0170] Air can flow from the space formed by the frame 160 toward the air supply fan 152 of the air supply device 150. The air can pass through the air supply fan 152 and collide with the back of the display unit 110 which is arranged facing the air supply fan 152, thereby cooling the display unit 110.

[0171] After passing through the fan 152 and colliding with the back of the display unit 110, the airflow can be split in the upward and downward directions of the display unit 110. The air flowing towards the upper side of the display unit 110 can be discharged to the outside of the door 20 through the first outlet 123 provided on the upper side of the outer panel 120. The air flowing towards the lower side of the display unit 110 can be discharged to the outside of the door 20 through the second outlet 124 provided on the lower side of the outer panel 120.

[0172] In this embodiment, the air flowing inside the door 20 can cool the entire front of the display unit 110 while being discharged through the first outlet 123. Additionally, the air flowing inside the door 20 can effectively cool the back of the display unit 110 and the heat-generating components installed inside the door 20.

[0173] An exhaust port 142 may be formed in the center of the air guide 140. The housing 151 may have a hollow portion corresponding to the position, size, and shape of the exhaust port 142, and a blower fan 152 may be disposed in the hollow portion. The housing 151 may be configured to be placed at a position corresponding to the exhaust port 142 of the air guide 140, and may be mounted on one side of the air guide 140.

[0174] A hollow portion 130a may be formed in the inner panel 130. Since the hollow portion 130a of the inner panel 130 is blocked by the frame 160, the air flowing in through the inlet 141 can not leak from the hollow portion 130a of the inner panel 130. Therefore, the inner panel 130 and the frame 160 can together form an airflow path for the air to flow inside the cooling door 20.

[0175] Figure 17 It is Figure 16The diagram shows an enlarged view of part 17. The door 20 may include a front joint 24, which is disposed above the display unit 110 and protrudes towards the front of the door 20, and is attached to the outer panel 120. A gap of a predetermined size is formed between the lower part of the front joint 24 and the front of the display unit 110, which serves as a passage for the exhaust of air from the interior of the cooling door 20.

[0176] The front joint 24 may include a detection module 310 and a panel 320. The detection module 310 is disposed at the upper front of the display module 21 and detects the presence of the user or external conditions, and may have various detection devices.

[0177] The panel portion 320 can be disposed on the upper front of the display module 21. The panel portion 320 can be configured to cover the detection module 310. Since the panel portion 320 covers the detection module 310, the panel portion 320 can form the shape of the front joint portion 24. In this case, the detection module 310 can be accommodated inside the panel portion 320.

[0178] In another embodiment, the detection module 310 may also be configured behind the panel portion 320, rather than being housed inside the panel portion 320.

[0179] The panel portion 320 can be configured to overlap with the display module 21. As another embodiment, the panel portion 320 can also be configured on the upper side of the display module 21 without overlapping with the display module 21.

[0180] The panel portion 320 may protrude further forward than the display module 21. As another embodiment, the panel portion 320 may also be configured such that its front surface is on the same plane as the front surface of the display module 21, or is located further rearward than the front surface of the display module 21, without protruding relative to the display module 21.

[0181] The panel portion 320 can be formed into a rod shape that is generally long and arranged along the side of the door 20 in its length direction. The panel portion 320 can guide the flow direction of the air discharged from the first outlet 123. For example, the panel portion 320 can change the flow direction of the air discharged from the first outlet 123 to the downward direction.

[0182] For this purpose, the panel portion 320 can be positioned in front of the first row of outlets 123. The panel portion 320 can be configured to overlap with the first row of outlets 123 in the front-rear direction. Air flowing inside the door 20 can be discharged in the front direction of the door 20 through the first row of outlets 123 located at the upper part of the door 20.

[0183] At this time, the panel 320 blocks the front of the first outlet 123, and the air discharged from the first outlet is blocked by the panel 320, so that the flow direction can be changed from the front direction of the door 20 to the downward direction.

[0184] Furthermore, the lower end of the panel portion 320 can be configured to protrude further downward than the lower end of the first outlet 123. With this structure, the air discharged from the first outlet 123 collides with the panel portion 320 and is guided by the panel portion 320, thereby changing the flow path downward.

[0185] The air discharged from the first outlet 123 in the forward direction can flow downward through the panel 320.

[0186] Air discharged forward from the first outlet 123 collides with the back of the panel 320, thereby changing its direction and flowing towards the open lower portion between the panel 320 and the first outlet 123. Furthermore, since the lower end of the panel 320 protrudes further downward than the lower end of the first outlet 123, air can be guided by the lower end of the panel 320 and then continue to flow downward towards the door 20 for a period of time after leaving the door 20.

[0187] Air forced to flow by the fan 152 can flow in from the inlet 141 and flow downwards into the fan 152. It then flows along the front-back direction of the door 20 through the fan 152 and splits in the vertical direction in front of the air guide 140. Part of the air flows upwards into the door 20 and is discharged from the first outlet 123, while the other part flows downwards into the door 20 and is discharged from the second outlet 124.

[0188] At this time, the air discharged from the first row outlet 123 is guided by the panel portion 320 to flow downwards, so that at least a portion can contact the front of the display portion 110. In addition, at least a portion of the air discharged from the second row outlet 124 can flow towards the front of the door 20.

[0189] The air discharged from the second outlet 124 flows in front of the door 20, thereby preventing the oil vapor and other foreign objects rising from the heating cooking device located below the cooking equipment from adhering to the air curtain on the front of the display unit 110.

[0190] Similar to the air discharged from the second outlet 124, the air discharged from the first outlet 123 can form an air curtain to prevent oil vapor and the like from adhering to the front of the display unit 110.

[0191] In addition, the airflow direction discharged from the first row outlet 123 can be changed by the panel 320 to be discharged towards the lower side of the door 20, so that at least a part of it can come into contact with the front of the display 110.

[0192] With this structure, the air discharged from the first row outlet 123 can directly contact the front of the display unit 110 to cool the front of the display unit 110. Therefore, both the front and back of the display unit 110 are cooled by air, thereby significantly improving cooling efficiency compared to the case where only the back of the display unit 110 is cooled.

[0193] Figure 18 This is a perspective view showing the front joint portion 24 of one embodiment. Figure 19 Observing from another direction Figure 18 The image. Figure 20 yes Figure 18 An exploded 3D diagram.

[0194] The front joint portion 24 may include at least one of a detection module 310 and a panel portion 320. The detection module 310 may be housed in the panel portion 320. The detection module 310 may include at least one of a first camera 311 and a detection substrate 312. As previously described, the first camera 311 can capture images of the front of the cooking device.

[0195] The detection substrate 312 may be configured separately from the first camera 311. A detection unit for monitoring external conditions may be mounted on the detection substrate 312. The detection substrate 312 may be configured such that the detection unit is mounted on a printed circuit board. The detection unit mounted on the detection substrate 312 may include at least one of an illumination detection unit 3121 and a human body detection unit 3122.

[0196] The illuminance detection unit 3121 can detect the external illuminance. The illuminance detection unit 3121 can detect the brightness of the light and transmit it to the control unit that controls the operation of the cooking equipment. Based on the information received from the illuminance detection unit 3121 regarding the brightness of the ambient light, the control unit can appropriately adjust the brightness of the illumination unit 25. Based on the detected information regarding the brightness of the ambient light, the control unit can control various operations of the cooking equipment.

[0197] The human body detection unit 3122 can detect whether a user is present in front of the cooking equipment. The human body detection unit 3122 can detect the presence of a person in front of the door 20, for example, using infrared recognition or motion recognition. The control unit installed in the cooking equipment can use the human body detection unit 3122 to determine whether a user is present in front of the cooking equipment.

[0198] In the presence of a user, the control unit can activate the functions of the cooking equipment required for the user's convenience and safety, for example, by activating the display unit 110 so that the user can use the display unit 110 immediately.

[0199] In an embodiment, the cooking device may include at least one of a first camera 311 that uses a detection device to capture images of the front, an illuminance detection unit 3121 that detects the ambient illuminance, and a human body detection unit 3122 that detects whether a user is present in front.

[0200] Some detection devices allow users to conduct video conferences with others remotely via cooking equipment. Others can control the brightness of the cooking equipment's lighting based on ambient light levels. Still others can detect the user's presence and perform necessary actions accordingly. In these ways, detection devices offer users conveniences beyond simply cooking.

[0201] The panel portion 320 may include a connecting panel 321, a cover panel 322, and a cover window 323. The longitudinal direction of the connecting panel 321 may be arranged along the lateral direction of the door 20. At least one of a first camera 311 and a detection substrate 312 may be disposed on the connecting panel 321.

[0202] The bonding panel 321 may be provided with a protruding structure for bonding the first camera 311 or the detection substrate 312. In addition, the bonding panel 321 may also have a protruding structure for bonding to the upper part of the outer panel 120.

[0203] Therefore, since panel 321 has a relatively complex three-dimensional structure, it can be manufactured by injection molding, for example, using a plastic material that is easy to mold and form.

[0204] The cover panel 322 can be formed into a shape corresponding to the connecting panel 321. The cover panel 322 can be configured to cover at least a portion of the connecting panel 321. The cover panel 322 assembled to the door 20 can integrally form the shape of the front connecting portion 24 and the panel portion 320.

[0205] Since the cover panel 322 accommodates and covers the bonding panel 321, it can generally be manufactured by forming a thin sheet. For example, the cover panel 322 can be manufactured by three-dimensional forming of a sheet of aluminum or stainless steel.

[0206] The cover window 323 can be disposed in front of the connecting panel 321. The cover window 323 can be disposed inside the cover panel 322. The cover window 323 can cover the front of the first camera 311, the illuminance detection unit 3121, or the human body detection unit 3122.

[0207] A cover window 323 is positioned in front of the first camera 311, the illumination detection unit 3121, and the human body detection unit 3122 to prevent them from being exposed to the outside, thereby protecting them. The cover window 323 may be formed of a transparent material to allow the first camera 311 to capture clear images and the human body detection unit 3122 to accurately identify the user.

[0208] The mating panel 321 may include reinforcing ribs 3210. The reinforcing ribs 3210 may be configured to protrude from the back of the mating panel 321 to enhance the rigidity of the mating panel 321. The reinforcing ribs 3210 may be arranged in a direction intersecting the length direction of the mating panel 321. A plurality of reinforcing ribs 3210 may be spaced apart from each other along the length direction of the mating panel 321.

[0209] The mounting panel 321 may include a plurality of holes for mounting the camera and detection device. For this purpose, the mounting panel 321 may include at least one of a first through hole 3211, a second through hole 3212, and a third through hole 3213.

[0210] The first through hole 3211 can be configured at a position corresponding to the first camera 311. The first through hole 3211 allows the first camera 311 to expose the front shooting part of the first camera 311 to the front of the connecting panel 321, so that the first camera 311 can capture objects or users located in front of the door 20.

[0211] The second through hole 3212 can be arranged laterally spaced from the first through hole 3211. The second through hole 3212 can be formed at a position corresponding to the illuminance detection unit 3121. The second through hole 3212 exposes the illuminance detection unit 3121 to the front of the connecting panel 321, so that the illuminance detection unit 3121 can detect the illuminance in front of the door 20.

[0212] The third through hole 3213 can be configured to be spaced apart from the second through hole 3212 in the lateral direction. The third through hole 3213 can be configured at a position corresponding to the human body detection unit 3122. The third through hole 3213 exposes the front part of the human body detection unit 3122 towards the front of the connecting panel 321, so that the human body detection unit 3122 can detect the user located in front of the door 20.

[0213] The connecting panel 321 may include a window mounting groove 3214 formed by a recess on its front side. The window mounting groove 3214 may be formed in the area overlapping with the first through hole 3211, the second through hole 3212, and the third through hole 3213. A cover window 323 may be mounted in the window mounting groove 3214. The window mounting groove 3214 may be formed by a recess on the front side of the connecting panel 321. The window mounting groove 3214 may be formed in a shape corresponding to the cover window 323.

[0214] With the cover window 323 installed in the window mounting groove 3214, the cover panel 322 and the connecting panel 321 can be joined together. Since the cover window 323 is positioned in the window mounting groove, even if the cover window 323 has a specified thickness, the cover panel 322 and the connecting panel 321 can be tightly fitted together. As a result, the panel portion 320 can be made thinner overall.

[0215] The cover panel 322 may include a front portion 3221 and a side portion 3222. The front portion 3221 may cover the front of the connecting panel 321. The side portion 3222 may be formed by bending from the front portion 3221 at the edge of the front portion 3221. The side portion 3222 may be composed of a pair of side portions formed on both sides of the front portion 3221 respectively.

[0216] The front face portion 3221 may include a fourth through hole 3223 formed at a position corresponding to the window mounting groove 3214.

[0217] The fourth through hole 3223 can be configured in the area overlapping with the first through hole 3211, the second through hole 3212, and the third through hole 3213. Therefore, through the fourth through hole 3223, the first camera 311, the illuminance detection unit 3121, or the human body detection unit 3122 can capture images of objects or users in the front area of ​​the cover panel 322, detect illuminance, and detect the presence of users.

[0218] The fourth through hole 3223 can be formed to have an area smaller than that of the cover window 323. As a result, the cover window 323 can remain stably attached to the panel portion 320 and will not detach from the outside of the panel portion 320 through the fourth through hole 3223.

[0219] Figure 21 This is a top view showing a portion of a cover panel 322 according to one embodiment. Figure 22 yes Figure 21 Side view.

[0220] The cover panel 322 may include at least one of an upper bend 3224 and a bent joint 3225. The upper bend 3224 may be formed by bending from the upper end of the front face portion 3221. The upper bend 3224 may cover the upper part of the joint panel 321.

[0221] The curved joint 3225 may extend from at least one of the side portion 3222 and the upper bend portion 3224. The curved joint 3225 may be bent to join the cover panel 322 and the connecting panel 321. The curved joint 3225 bends to join with the connecting panel 321, thereby allowing the cover panel 322 and the connecting panel 321 to be securely joined.

[0222] The cover panel 322 is made of metal, so the bent joint 3225 undergoes plastic deformation when bent and remains bent, thereby maintaining the joint state of the cover panel 322 and the joint panel 321.

[0223] The bent joint 3225 may include at least one of a first sub-joint 3225a and a second sub-joint 3225b. The first sub-joint 3225a may be formed in at least one of the side portion 3222 and the upper bent portion 3224. The first sub-joint 3225a may be bent and joined to the joint panel 321.

[0224] At least one first sub-joint portion 3225a may be formed on one side portion 3222. Furthermore, a plurality of first sub-joint portions 3225a may be arranged at spaced-apart positions in the upper bend portion 3224. The plurality of first sub-joint portions 3225a may be spaced apart and aligned along the length of the cover panel 322.

[0225] The first sub-joint portion 3225a can be bent and joined to the joining panel 321. Since the first sub-joint portion 3225a joins to the joining panel 321 only by bending, a plurality of them can be formed on the cover panel 322 to stably join the cover panel 322 and the joining panel 321. The first sub-joint portion 3225a can generally be formed to be elongated and thin to facilitate bending.

[0226] A second sub-joint portion 3225b may be formed on the side portion 3222. A threaded fastening hole 25b1 may be formed in the second sub-joint portion 3225b, the threaded fastening hole 25b1 being configured to correspond by bending to a threaded fastening boss 321e formed on the joint panel 321. The second sub-joint portion 3225b can be securely joined to the joint panel 321 using a joining mechanism such as screws.

[0227] Since the first sub-joint portion 3225a is joined to the joint panel 321 only by bending, the joint strength may be weak. Therefore, as a supplement, the second sub-joint portion 3225b can be fixed to the joint panel 321 by a jointing mechanism. Thus, the joint panel 321 and the cover panel 322 can be firmly joined together as a whole.

[0228] Figure 23 This is a diagram illustrating the joining structure of the second sub-joint portion 3225b. The second sub-joint portion 3225b may include at least one of the second sub-bent portion 25b2 and the fastening hole forming portion 25b3.

[0229] The second sub-bend 25b2 can be bent when the cover panel 322 and the connecting panel 321 are joined. The second sub-bend 25b2 can generally be formed to be slender and thin to facilitate bending.

[0230] If the second sub-bent bend 25b2 bends, the fastening hole forming part 25b3 is positioned corresponding to the threaded fastening boss 321e, and the fastening hole forming part 25b3 can form a threaded fastening hole 25b1.

[0231] If the second sub-bend 25b2 is bent for engagement, the threaded fastening hole 25b1 can be positioned corresponding to the hole of the threaded fastening boss 321e. Therefore, the fastening hole forming part 25b3 and the threaded fastening boss 321e can be fastened to each other by the engagement mechanism, thereby allowing the engagement panel 321 and the cover panel 322 to be securely engaged with each other.

[0232] On the other hand, a guide groove 3215 can be formed at the position where the connecting panel 321 engages with the curved joint 3225. The guide groove 3215 guides the placement of the curved portion of the curved joint 3225. The guide groove 3215 can be formed at positions corresponding to the first sub-joint portion 3225a or the second sub-joint portion 3225b of the curved joint 3225, respectively.

[0233] The guide groove 3215 can be formed by recessing the end of the mating panel 321 at a position corresponding to the first sub-joint portion 3225a or the second sub-joint portion 3225b, respectively. The first sub-joint portion 3225a or the second sub-joint portion 3225b is guided to bend by the guide groove 3215, thus effectively suppressing poor assembly caused by improper bending.

[0234] The cover panel 322, being made of metal, can be grounded. The second sub-joint portion 3225b of the cover panel 322 is electrically connected to the grounding cable 740, thus grounding the cover panel 322. The grounding cable 740 grounds any leakage current from the door 20, improving the operational performance of the cooking equipment. The grounding cable 740 can be electrically connected to a control module located on the main body 10 that controls the operation of the cooking equipment.

[0235] A grounding terminal 742 with a hole may be provided at the end of the grounding cable 740. The grounding terminal 742 may be positioned corresponding to the threaded fastening hole 25b1. A grounding screw 1100 may be provided to engage the grounding terminal 742 with the second sub-joint 3225b.

[0236] The grounding screw 1100 can pass through the hole in the grounding terminal 742 and the threaded fastening hole 25b1 in the second sub-joint 3225b and be threaded onto the threaded fastening boss 321e. Thus, the grounding terminal 742 can be fastened to the cover panel 322 and contact the second sub-joint 3225b.

[0237] If the second sub-joint 3225b, which is made of metal, and the grounding terminal 742 are joined together, the cover panel 322 is electrically connected to the control module of the main body 10, so the front joint 24 including the cover panel 322 can be grounded.

[0238] Figure 24 This is a diagram illustrating the joining structure of the first sub-joint portion 3225a. The first sub-joint portion 3225a can be bent and undergo plastic deformation, and in this state, it can contact the end of the joining panel 321 and maintain a joining state with the joining panel 321.

[0239] Unlike the second sub-joint portion 3225b, the first sub-joint portion 3225a is not bolted together. Therefore, in order to improve the joint strength, a plurality of first sub-joint portions 3225a can be provided. The plurality of first sub-joint portions 3225a can be protruding and formed on the lower part, side part 3222, and upper bent part 3224 of the cover panel 322, respectively.

[0240] In an embodiment, the first sub-joint portion 3225a or the second sub-joint portion 3225b protruding from the cover panel 322 can be joined to the joint panel 321 by bending or by using a joining mechanism. Thus, the cover panel 322 and the joint panel 321 can be firmly joined together.

[0241] This structure significantly reduces the number of threaded fastening mechanisms required to connect the large-area cover panel 322 and the connecting panel 321, thereby improving the assemblability of the components. Furthermore, reducing the number of required fastening mechanisms enhances the aesthetics of the cooking equipment.

[0242] Figure 25 This is a diagram illustrating the bonding structure between the first camera 311, the detection substrate 312, and the bonding panel 321. Figure 26 This is a front view showing a portion of a combined panel 321 according to an embodiment. Figure 27 This is a perspective view showing the state in which the first camera 311 and the detection substrate 312 are combined with the bonding panel 321.

[0243] The connecting panel 321 can protrude rearward from the back. The connecting panel 321 can be formed to surround the third through hole 3213. The connecting panel 321 may include a first retainer 3216 for mounting the human body detection unit 3122. The human body detection unit 3122 can be integrally formed into a cylindrical shape and have a specified volume.

[0244] In order to mount such a human body detection unit 3122 onto the connecting panel 321, a first retainer 3216, which is shaped to accommodate the cylindrical human body detection unit 3122, can be provided on the connecting panel 321. The first retainer 3216 will be described in detail later.

[0245] A light guide portion 321d may be provided on the bonding panel 321 at a position corresponding to the illuminance detection unit 3121. The light guide portion 321d may be formed by protruding from the back of the bonding panel 321. The light guide portion 321d may be formed into a cone shape with a cross-sectional area that increases as it approaches the front.

[0246] Therefore, a cone-shaped space is formed inside the light guiding section 321d, and the light around the cooking device can be guided by the light guiding section to reach the illuminance detection section 3121, which can detect the external illuminance.

[0247] As previously described, the detection module 310 may include a detection substrate 312, on the front side of which at least one of an illuminance detection unit 3121 and a human body detection unit 3122 is mounted. To bond the detection substrate 312 to the bonding panel 321, the bonding panel 321 may include at least one of a first fastening protrusion 3217 and a first mounting protrusion 3218.

[0248] The first fastening protrusion 3217 can protrude rearward from the back of the bonding panel 321. The first fastening protrusion 3217 can be fastened to the detection substrate 312 by a bonding mechanism. A hole for fastening by the bonding mechanism can be formed on the detection substrate 312 at a position corresponding to the first fastening protrusion 3217.

[0249] The first mounting protrusion 3218 can protrude rearward from the back of the bonding panel 321. The first mounting protrusion 3218 can be configured at a position spaced apart from the first fastening protrusion 3217. An end of the detection substrate 312 can be mounted on the first mounting protrusion 3218. One end of the detection substrate 312 can be engaged with the first fastening protrusion 3217. The other end of the detection substrate 312 can be mounted on the first mounting protrusion 3218 without a bonding mechanism.

[0250] The first camera 311 may include a camera body 3111 and a camera substrate 3112. The first camera 311 is disposed in the first through hole 3211 and can capture images of a subject. The camera body 3111 may be equipped with at least one lens, capable of capturing images of objects or people, and may be generally formed in a cylindrical shape.

[0251] The camera substrate 3112 may be equipped with a camera body 3111. The camera substrate 3112 may be provided with a control device for controlling the movement of the camera body 3111. The camera substrate 3112 is electrically connected to the control unit of the cooking equipment and can transmit the captured images to the control unit.

[0252] The first camera 311 can be mounted and attached to the mounting panel 321 by connecting and supporting the camera substrate 3112 to the mounting panel 321. In order to mount and attach the camera substrate 3112, the mounting panel 321 may include a first sub-support protrusion 3218b, a second fastening protrusion 3219, and a second sub-support protrusion 321a.

[0253] The first sub-support protrusion 3218b can be disposed on the first mounting protrusion 3218. The first sub-support protrusion 3218b can protrude from the opposite side of the surface of the first mounting protrusion 3218 on which the first sub-mounting protrusion 3218a is formed. The first sub-support protrusion 3218b can support the camera substrate 3112.

[0254] The second fastening protrusion 3219 can protrude rearward from the back of the bonding panel 321. The second fastening protrusion 3219 can be configured at a position spaced apart from the first mounting protrusion 3218. The second fastening protrusion 3219 can be fastened to the camera substrate 3112 by a bonding mechanism.

[0255] The second sub-support protrusion 321a can protrude rearward from the back of the bonding panel 321. The second sub-support protrusion 321a can support the corner portion of the camera substrate 3112 and can have a bent portion. The second fastening protrusion 3219 and the second sub-support protrusion 321a can also be integrally formed.

[0256] One end of the camera substrate 3112 can be attached to the bonding panel 321 using the second fastening protrusion 3219 and the bonding mechanism. The other end of the camera substrate 3112 can be mounted on the first sub-support protrusion 3218b.

[0257] The second fastening protrusion 3219 can support the bottom surface of the camera substrate 3112. The top surface of the second fastening protrusion 3219 and the bottom surface of the camera substrate 3112 can contact each other. In this way, the second fastening protrusion 3219 can support the camera substrate 3112 so that the camera substrate 3112 and the camera body 3111 are maintained in the designed position in the front-back direction of the bonding panel 321.

[0258] In order to keep the camera substrate 3112 in its designed position and prevent it from deviating from its designed position when mounted on the bonding panel 321, a second sub-support protrusion 321a may be provided on the bonding panel 321. The second sub-support protrusion 321a may be configured to support the side of the camera substrate 3112 in one direction and in a direction intersecting the other direction to suppress the movement of the first camera 311.

[0259] That is, the second sub-support protrusion 321a can be formed into a shape that bends toward the length direction of the bonding panel 321 and the direction intersecting therewith. This bent second sub-support protrusion 321a can support the bent corner portion of the camera substrate 3112 in one direction and the direction intersecting therewith. As a result, movement of the camera substrate 3112 on the plane intersecting the front-rear direction of the bonding panel 321 can be suppressed.

[0260] With this structure, the first camera 311 can stably maintain its designed position when combined with the connecting panel 321.

[0261] The first retainer 3216 can be formed in a two-part protruding shape. Therefore, it can include a base protrusion 3216a and an additional protrusion 3216b. The base protrusion 3216a can be formed to protrude from the connecting panel 321 and form a circle. A portion of the human body detection unit 3122 can be accommodated in the inner space of the base protrusion 3216a.

[0262] The additional protrusion 3216b can be formed to protrude further from a portion of the base protrusion 3216a and form an arc. The additional protrusion 3216b is formed by extending from a portion of the base protrusion 3216a, which is formed in a circumferential shape, and therefore can be formed as an arc.

[0263] A step can be formed between the base protrusion 3216a and the additional protrusion 3216b. The space at this stepped portion can be used as a space for the forward-protruding cylindrical human body detection part 3122 to avoid the first retainer 3216 when the detection substrate 312 is assembled to the bonding panel 321. This will be further explained in detail with reference to the following figures.

[0264] Figure 28 , Figure 29 as well as Figure 30 This diagram illustrates the process of assembling the test substrate 312 and the bonding panel 321.

[0265] The first mounting protrusion 3218 may include a first sub-mounting protrusion 3218a, which protrudes toward the first retainer 3216. The end of the detection substrate 312 is mounted on the first sub-mounting protrusion 3218a and its movement is restricted. One end of the detection substrate 312 can be inserted into the first sub-mounting protrusion 3218a.

[0266] First, after inserting one end of the detection substrate 312 into the first sub-mounting protrusion 3218a, the other end of the detection substrate 312 is attached to the third fastening protrusion 321c, thereby assembling the detection substrate 312 onto the bonding panel 321.

[0267] When the detection substrate 312 is assembled to the bonding panel 321 in this order, since the illuminance detection part 3121 provided on the detection substrate 312 has a predetermined volume, the illuminance detection part 3121 may collide with the first retainer 3216, so a structure is required to make the illuminance detection part 3121 and the first retainer 3216 avoid each other.

[0268] Therefore, the first retainer 3216 is formed as a two-section structure including a base protrusion 3216a and an additional protrusion 3216b, and the additional protrusion 3216b is formed as an arc shape, so that the illuminance detection unit 3121 can avoid the space of the first retainer 3216.

[0269] The additional protrusion 3216b can be formed by the portion of the circumference of the base protrusion 3216a located towards the first sub-mounting protrusion 3218a, which further protrudes from the base protrusion 3216a.

[0270] The following describes the process of attaching the detection module 310, including the detection substrate 312, to the bonding panel 321. First, as... Figure 28 As shown, when the detection module 310 is tilted, one end of the detection substrate 312 can be mounted on the first sub-mounting protrusion 3218a.

[0271] After that, as Figure 29 As shown, the human body detection unit 3122 can be mounted on the first retainer 3216 by passing through the portion of the base protrusion 3216a where the additional protrusion 3216b is not formed, thus avoiding the additional protrusion 3216b.

[0272] After that, as Figure 30 As shown, a portion of the front side of the detection substrate 312 can contact the top surface of the additional protrusion 3216b, and the other end of the detection substrate 312 can be fastened to the first fastening protrusion 3217.

[0273] In an embodiment, the first retainer 3216 may have two protruding structures, including a base protrusion 3216a and an additional protrusion 3216b. Furthermore, a space can be formed at the stepped portion formed by the base protrusion 3216a and the additional protrusion 3216b to prevent the illuminance detection unit 3121 and the first retainer 3216 from colliding with each other.

[0274] With this structure, the detection module 310 can be easily assembled onto the assembly panel 321. Therefore, the assemblability of the entire cooking appliance is improved, thereby saving assembly time.

[0275] Figure 31This is a perspective view showing a cover window 323 according to one embodiment. The cover window 323 may be formed at a position corresponding to the human body detection unit 3122. The cover window 323 may include an exposure hole 3233 that exposes a portion of the front portion 3221 of the human body detection unit 3122 to the outside.

[0276] The human body detection unit 3122 can detect the presence of a user in front of the door 20 by detecting the user's movement and / or the user's body temperature. In particular, in order to detect the user's body temperature, the human body detection unit 3122 can detect infrared light emitted from the user.

[0277] If the human body detection unit 3122 is blocked from the front by the cover window 323, at least a portion of the infrared light emitted from the user may not be able to pass through the cover window 323. In this case, the human body detection unit 3122 may not be able to accurately detect the user.

[0278] Therefore, in this embodiment, an exposure hole 3233 can be formed in the cover window 323 to open the front of the human body detection unit 3122 and expose it to the outside. This allows infrared light irradiated from the user to pass through the cover window 323 and reach the human body detection unit 3122 without being blocked. This improves the operational performance of the human body detection unit 3122.

[0279] The exposed hole 3233 can be positioned to overlap with the third through hole 3213. Therefore, the exposed hole 3233 can be positioned corresponding to the human body detection unit 3122 disposed in the third through hole 3213 along the front-rear direction of the cooking device. The human body detection unit 3122 can detect a user located in front of the cooking device by detecting ultraviolet light incident through the third through hole 3213.

[0280] The area of ​​the exposed hole 3233 can be made smaller than the area of ​​the human body detection unit 3122. The cover window 323 needs to cover the front of the human body detection unit 3122 to prevent the human body detection unit 3122 from being exposed to the outside and to protect it.

[0281] Therefore, by making the area of ​​the exposed hole 3233 smaller than the area of ​​the human body detection unit 3122, the area of ​​the human body detection unit 3122 exposed to the outside in the front direction is minimized, so that the cover window 323 can effectively protect the human body detection unit 3122.

[0282] In one embodiment, the front of the cover window 323 is formed as a plane, and at least a portion thereof can contact the inner surface of the front portion 3221 of the cover panel 322.

[0283] The cover window 323 of this structure has a simple shape, making it easy to manufacture. Furthermore, since it does not require complex injection molding, it can be made from a variety of materials.

[0284] For example, Figure 31 The front part 3221 shown is a flat cover window 323, which can be easily made using glass, plastic, or other transparent materials.

[0285] However, when the front of the cover window 323 is in contact with the inner surface of the front part 3221 of the cover panel 322, a step may be formed between the periphery of the fourth through hole 3223 and the front of the cover window 323 due to the thickness of the front part 3221 of the cover panel 322.

[0286] Such stepped areas have the following drawbacks: they reduce aesthetics, and with continuous use of cooking equipment, debris can accumulate on the steps, potentially making the area look unclean. To overcome these drawbacks, a structure that reduces the formation of steps is needed. This will be explained in detail.

[0287] Figure 32 This is an exploded perspective view showing a cover window 323 and a cover panel 322 according to another embodiment. Figure 33 It is shown Figure 32 A perspective view of the combined state of the cover window 323 and the cover panel 322.

[0288] Figure 32 The cover window 323 shown may include a protruding body 3232 to reduce the step of the cover window 323 relative to the fourth through hole 3223 in the aforementioned embodiment. That is, the cover window 323 may include a base body 3231 and a protruding body 3232. The front side of the base body 3231 is formed as a plane and can be configured to overlap with the front side 3221 of the cover panel 322.

[0289] The protruding body 3232 can protrude forward from the base body 3231. The protruding body 3232 can be formed into a shape corresponding to the fourth through hole 3223. The protruding body 3232 can be inserted into the fourth through hole 3223 to reduce the size of the step between the cover panel 322 and the cover window 323.

[0290] If the protruding body 3232 is inserted into the fourth through hole 3223, the protruding body 3232 may be on the same plane as the front surface of the front part 3221 of the cover panel 322, or may protrude more than the front surface of the front part 3221.

[0291] Through this structure, with Figure 31 Compared to the cover window 323 shown in the image, Figure 32 The cover window 323 shown can eliminate the step between the cover panel 322 and the cover window 323 or reduce its size.

[0292] Therefore, it can improve the aesthetic appearance of cooking equipment and effectively prevent foreign objects from accumulating on the steps.

[0293] However, due to Figure 32 The cover window 323 shown has a protruding body 3232 protruding from the front, therefore, to form such a structure, it needs to be manufactured by injection molding. Therefore, the cover window 323 can be manufactured using a plastic material, which is suitable for injection molding. More specifically, Figure 32 The cover window 323 shown can be made, for example, from a high-strength PMMA (Polymethyl methacrylate) material that is well-formable and impact-resistant.

[0294] Figure 34 It is Figure 12 The 34 parts are enlarged. Figure 35 It is Figure 12 The image is an enlarged version of part 35.

[0295] The connecting panel 321 can be connected to the upper front part of the outer panel 120. The connecting panel 321 can be connected to the outer panel 120. Thus, the entire front connecting portion 24, including the connecting panel 321, can be connected to the outer panel 120.

[0296] To attach the connecting panel 321 to the outer panel 120, at least one of a panel hook 321b and a third fastening protrusion 321c may be provided on the connecting panel 321. The panel hook 321b may protrude rearward from the back of the connecting panel 321. A plurality of panel hooks 321b may be provided spaced apart from each other along the length of the connecting panel 321.

[0297] On the other hand, the outer panel 120 can be formed at a position corresponding to the panel hook 321b. The outer panel 120 may include an outer hook engagement hole 125 for the panel hook 321b to be inserted and engaged. A plurality of outer hook engagement holes 125 may be provided.

[0298] However, the number of external hook engagement holes 125 can be less than the number of panel hooks 321b. Some of the panel hooks 321b can also be installed on the separation wall between the plurality of first row outlets 123.

[0299] The third fastening protrusion 321c can protrude rearward from the back of the mating panel 321. A plurality of third fastening protrusions 321c can be spaced apart along the length of the mating panel 321. The third fastening protrusion 321c can be engaged with the outer panel 120 via a mating mechanism. Holes for fastening by the mating mechanism can be formed on the outer panel 120 at positions corresponding to the third fastening protrusions 321c.

[0300] When assembling the connecting panel 321 to the outer panel 120, the operator can first insert the panel hook 321b of the connecting panel 321 into the outer hook engagement hole 125 of the outer panel 120. In this pre-assembled state, the connecting panel 321 can be located in the designed position in the outer panel 120.

[0301] Afterwards, the operator can use screws or other connecting mechanisms to fix the third fastening protrusion 321c to the outer panel 120. In this way, the work of assembling the front joint 24 to the outer panel 120 can be completed easily and stably.

[0302] In an embodiment, by inserting the panel hook 321b of the connecting panel 321 into the outer hook connecting hole 125 of the outer panel 120, the front connecting portion 24 can be located at the designed position of the outer panel 120 and maintain that position.

[0303] In this state, the third fastening protrusion 321c of the connecting panel 321 can be easily secured to the outer panel 120 using the connecting mechanism. This is because the operator does not need to perform additional work to keep the connecting panel 321 in the designed position for fastening the connecting mechanism. Therefore, the assemblability of the entire cooking appliance is improved, thereby saving assembly time.

[0304] As described above, the present invention has been illustrated with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments and drawings disclosed in this specification, and it is obvious that those skilled in the art can make various modifications within the scope of the technical concept of the present invention. Furthermore, even when the embodiments of the present invention are described above, the effects of the configuration according to the present invention are not explicitly stated, but the effects that can be predicted through the corresponding configuration should be recognized.

Claims

1. A cooking apparatus, the cooking apparatus comprising a body forming a cavity and a door for opening and closing the cavity, characterized in that, The gate includes: A display module is positioned in front of the door; A detection module, configured at the upper front of the display module, detects the presence of a user; and The panel is positioned at the upper front of the display module and covers the detection module.

2. The cooking apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The detection module includes: The first camera captures the front of the cooking equipment; Illuminance detection unit, which detects external illuminance; and The human body detection unit detects whether a user is present in front of the cooking equipment; The panel portion includes: A combined panel is configured along the side of the door in the longitudinal direction, and the first camera, the illuminance detection unit, and the human body detection unit are configured on the combined panel. A cover panel having a shape corresponding to the connecting panel and covering at least a portion of the connecting panel; and A cover window is disposed between the combined panel and the cover panel, and covers the front of the first camera, the illumination detection unit, and the human body detection unit.

3. The cooking apparatus according to claim 2, characterized in that, The cover window includes an exposure hole formed at a position corresponding to the human body detection unit, so that a portion of the front part of the human body detection unit is exposed to the outside.

4. The cooking apparatus according to claim 3, characterized in that, The bonding panel includes: The first through hole is positioned corresponding to the first camera. The second through hole is spaced apart from the first through hole in the lateral direction and is formed at a position corresponding to the illuminance detection unit; and The third through hole is arranged separately from the second through hole along the side direction and is located at a position corresponding to the human body detection unit.

5. The cooking apparatus according to claim 4, characterized in that, The bonding panel includes a first retainer that protrudes rearward from the back of the bonding panel and is formed to surround the third through hole, and the human body detection unit is mounted on the first retainer.

6. The cooking apparatus according to claim 5, characterized in that, The detection module includes a detection substrate on which the illuminance detection unit and the human body detection unit are mounted on the front side; The bonding panel includes: A first fastening protrusion protrudes rearward from the back of the bonding panel and is fastened to the detection substrate by a bonding mechanism; and A first mounting protrusion protrudes rearward from the back of the bonding panel and is positioned at a location spaced apart from the first fastening protrusion, and the end of the detection substrate is mounted on the first mounting protrusion.

7. The cooking apparatus according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first retainer includes: The base protrusion protrudes from the connecting panel and forms a circumference; and An additional protrusion is added, which protrudes further from a portion of the base protrusion and forms an arc.

8. The cooking apparatus according to claim 7, characterized in that, The first mounting protrusion includes a first sub-mounting protrusion that protrudes toward the first retainer, and the end of the detection substrate is mounted on the first sub-mounting protrusion and its movement is restricted. The additional protrusion is formed by the portion of the circumference of the base protrusion located towards the first sub-mount protrusion protruding further from the base protrusion.

9. The cooking apparatus according to claim 2, characterized in that, The display module includes: Display unit, for displaying images; and An outer panel is disposed behind the display unit, and the display unit is mounted on the outer panel; The connecting panel includes panel hooks, which protrude rearward from the back of the connecting panel and are arranged in a plurality of spaced apart from each other along the length of the connecting panel. The outer panel includes an outer hook engagement hole, which is formed at a position corresponding to the panel hook, and the panel hook is inserted into and engaged with the outer hook engagement hole.

10. The cooking apparatus according to claim 9, characterized in that, The connecting panel includes a third fastening protrusion, which protrudes rearward from the back of the connecting panel and is spaced apart from each other along the length of the connecting panel. The third fastening protrusion is connected to the outer panel by a connecting mechanism.

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