Microwave oven

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of microwave ovens, in particular to a microwave oven, which comprises a data input device used for inputting commodity bar codes and heating data corresponding to the commodity bar codes; the code scanning equipment is used for scanning and obtaining commodity bar codes; and the control module is in communication connection with the data input equipment and the code scanning equipment at the same time. According to the embodiment, the data input device is arranged, when a merchant updates the commodity, the commodity bar code and the heating data of the corresponding commodity can be updated through the data input device, and therefore the commodity bar code and the heating data can be directly stored by the control module. When buyers purchase commodities, the buyers can directly scan the codes to heat the food. Therefore, relying on a network environment is not needed, a merchant does not need to update irregularly, data can be input when new commodities are put in storage, operation is convenient, and the problems that the heating data of the self-service microwave oven cannot be obtained offline and the heating data cannot be manually updated are solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of microwave oven technology, and specifically to a microwave oven. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, some stores have adopted self-heating microwave ovens, allowing customers to heat their food themselves after purchase. Because there are many types of food, customers may not know the specific heating time for each item. Therefore, these self-heating microwave ovens are equipped with barcode scanners. After scanning the barcode on the food packaging, the microwave oven automatically adjusts the heating time based on the food information, making it convenient for customers to use.

[0003] Existing self-service microwave ovens typically obtain food information in two ways: the first is by updating the food packaging barcode via a network, thereby automatically updating the heating data; the second is by storing a pre-defined food packaging barcode at the factory, which means that the heating data is stored in advance.

[0004] However, the first method relies on a network environment to update data; once offline, heating data cannot be obtained, thus preventing scanning and heating. The second method uses fixed heating data, requiring merchants to update the product's heating data periodically, which is more cumbersome. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of this, the present invention provides a microwave oven to solve the problems of offline heating data acquisition and manual updating of heating data in self-service microwave ovens.

[0006] In a first aspect, this utility model provides a microwave oven, which includes:

[0007] A data input device for inputting product barcodes and heating data corresponding to the product barcodes;

[0008] A barcode scanning device is used to scan and obtain product barcodes;

[0009] The control module is also communicatively connected to the data input device and the barcode scanning device.

[0010] Beneficial Effects: This embodiment includes a data input device. When a merchant updates their inventory, the corresponding product barcode and heating data can be updated via this device, allowing the control module to directly save both the barcode and heating data. Buyers can then directly scan the barcode to heat the food upon purchase. This eliminates the need for a network connection and merchant updates, as data can be entered as soon as new products are added to the inventory. The operation is convenient, solving the problems of offline heating data acquisition and manual data updates required for self-service microwave ovens.

[0011] In one alternative implementation, the data input device is a mobile device or a terminal.

[0012] Beneficial Effects: This embodiment sets the data input device to a mobile device or terminal, which can load an update page for microwave oven heating data. This allows merchants to update the data directly on the microwave oven heating data update page. In practice, merchants can directly use the mobile device's camera or a barcode scanner to scan the product barcode and then modify the data directly on the update page of the mobile device or terminal. This greatly reduces the amount of work required from the merchant, making it more convenient for them to use.

[0013] In one optional implementation, the control module includes:

[0014] The control module is communicatively connected to the data input device and the barcode scanning device;

[0015] An internal storage module is connected to the control module; the internal storage module is used to store product barcodes and heating data corresponding to the product barcodes.

[0016] In one optional implementation, the control module further includes:

[0017] An external storage module is communicatively connected to the control module; the storage space of the external storage module is larger than that of the internal storage module.

[0018] Beneficial effects: This embodiment is equipped with an external storage module, which can save a large amount of product data in the store, thereby preventing the situation where the internal storage module is insufficient in memory and cannot retrieve some product data.

[0019] In one optional implementation, the external storage module includes:

[0020] The data reader / writer is communicatively connected to the control module;

[0021] An external storage device is connected to the data reader / writer.

[0022] Beneficial effects: This embodiment incorporates an external storage device, allowing merchants to directly obtain existing product data from the manufacturer. After acquiring new product data, the updated external storage device is simply inserted into the data reader to complete the data update. This eliminates the need for merchants to manually update the product data within the microwave oven.

[0023] In one optional implementation, the external storage module further includes:

[0024] A communication interface is provided for connection to the data reader / writer.

[0025] When an external device is connected to the communication interface, the data reader / writer is connected to the communication interface;

[0026] When no external device is connected to the communication interface, the data reader / writer is connected to the external storage device.

[0027] In one optional implementation, the external device is the data input device or a mobile storage device.

[0028] Beneficial effects: This embodiment includes a communication interface. When mobile devices or terminals cannot connect to the microwave oven's control module wirelessly, data transmission can still be performed via a wired connection. For mobile devices, a common data cable can be used to connect to the communication interface. For terminals, a portable storage device, such as a USB flash drive, can be used to update the data stored on the terminal to the microwave oven's control module. This ensures that the microwave oven can update product data normally under any circumstances.

[0029] In one optional implementation, the control module further includes:

[0030] The display is communicatively connected to the control module; the display is used to display at least the product barcode and heating time.

[0031] In one alternative implementation, the display is a touchscreen display.

[0032] In one optional implementation, the touchscreen display also displays heating time and heating power; the touchscreen display is used to modify the heating time and heating power.

[0033] Beneficial effects: This embodiment is equipped with a touch screen display, which allows users to modify the heating time and heating power of the product to be heated during use, thereby better meeting the actual needs of users and avoiding situations where merchants update data incorrectly, resulting in the heating time and heating power not matching the product. Attached Figure Description

[0034] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the specific embodiments or related technologies of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or related technologies will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0035] Figure 1 This is a communication diagram of the microwave oven in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0036] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0037] 1. Data input device; 2. Barcode scanning device;

[0038] 3. Control module; 31. Control module; 32. Built-in storage module;

[0039] 33. External storage module; 331. Data reader / writer; 332. External storage device; 333. Communication interface;

[0040] 34. Monitor;

[0041] 4. Portable storage device. Detailed Implementation

[0042] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0043] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0044] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can also refer to the internal connection of two components; and they can refer to a wireless connection or a wired connection. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0045] Furthermore, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of this utility model described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0046] Currently, some stores use self-heating microwave ovens, allowing customers to heat their purchased food themselves. Due to the wide variety of food items, customers may not know the specific heating times for each. Therefore, these self-heating microwave ovens are equipped with barcode scanners. Customers scan the barcodes on the food packaging, and the microwave oven automatically adjusts the heating time based on the food information, making it convenient for customers. Existing self-heating microwave ovens typically obtain food information in two ways: first, by updating the food packaging barcodes online, thus automatically updating the heating data; second, by storing pre-set food packaging barcodes at the factory, meaning pre-stored heating data. However, the first method relies on a network connection for data updates, and once offline, heating data cannot be obtained, making scanning and heating impossible. The second method uses fixed heating data, requiring merchants to update the product heating data periodically, which is more cumbersome.

[0047] In view of this, the present invention provides a microwave oven to solve the problems of offline heating data acquisition and manual updating of heating data in self-service microwave ovens.

[0048] The following is combined with Figure 1 The following describes embodiments of the present invention.

[0049] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a microwave oven is provided, which includes a data input device 1, a barcode scanning device 2, and a control module 3.

[0050] Specifically, in this embodiment, the data input device 1 is used to input the product barcode and the heating data corresponding to the product barcode. The input method can be that the merchant manually inputs the data on the data input device 1. After saving the product barcode and heating data, the data input device 1 automatically transmits the matching data of the product barcode and heating data to the control module 3 for storage.

[0051] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the barcode scanning device 2 is used to scan and acquire product barcodes. The control module 3 is simultaneously communicatively connected to both the data input device 1 and the barcode scanning device 2.

[0052] In actual use, since both the barcode scanning device 2 and the data input device 1 are connected to the control module 3, the merchant can directly move the product to the barcode scanning device 2 for scanning. Then, the product barcode obtained by the barcode scanning device 2 is directly input into the data input device 1. The merchant only needs to fill in the corresponding heating data in the data input device 1.

[0053] Of course, merchants can also directly use data input device 1 for input. This embodiment is merely an example of a data input method, but it is not intended to limit the method. Those skilled in the art can modify it according to actual circumstances, as long as the same technical effect is achieved.

[0054] With this setup, this embodiment includes a data input device 1. When a merchant updates their inventory, the corresponding product barcode and heating data can be updated via data input device 1. Both the product barcode and heating data can then be directly saved by the control module 3. Buyers can then directly scan the barcode and heat the food upon purchase. This eliminates the need for a network connection and merchant updates; data can be entered as soon as new products are added to the inventory, making the operation convenient and solving the problems of offline heating data acquisition and manual updates required for self-service microwave ovens.

[0055] Furthermore, in an optional implementation, the data input device 1 is a mobile device or a terminal. The mobile device can be a common smartphone, tablet, or laptop, while the terminal can be a desktop computer, etc.

[0056] Of course, this embodiment is merely an example of the types of mobile devices and terminals, but it does not limit them. Those skilled in the art can make changes according to the actual situation, as long as the same technical effect can be achieved.

[0057] With this configuration, this embodiment sets the data input device 1 as a mobile device or terminal, which can load an update page for microwave oven heating data. This allows merchants to update the data on the microwave oven heating data update page. In practice, merchants can directly use the camera of their mobile device or the barcode scanner 2 to scan the product barcode and then directly modify the data on the update page of the mobile device or terminal. This greatly reduces the amount of work required from the merchant, making it more convenient for them to use.

[0058] Furthermore, in an optional embodiment, the control module 3 includes a control module 31 and a built-in storage module 32.

[0059] Specifically, in this embodiment, the control module 31 is communicatively connected to the data input device 1 and the barcode scanning device 2. The built-in storage module 32 is connected to the control module 31 and is used to store product barcodes and corresponding heating data.

[0060] Furthermore, in an optional embodiment, the control module 3 further includes an external storage module 33, which is communicatively connected to the control module 31, and the storage space of the external storage module 33 is greater than the storage space of the internal storage module 32.

[0061] With this configuration, this embodiment includes an external storage module 33, which can store a large amount of product data in the store, thereby preventing the internal storage module 32 from running out of memory and causing some product data to be unavailable.

[0062] Furthermore, in an optional embodiment, the external storage module 33 includes a data reader / writer 331 and an external memory 332.

[0063] Specifically, in this embodiment, the data reader / writer 331 is communicatively connected to the control module 31, and the external storage device 332 is connected to the data reader / writer 331. The external storage device 332 can be an SD memory card or a portable hard drive.

[0064] Of course, this embodiment is merely an example of the type of external memory 332, but it is not intended to limit it. Those skilled in the art can make changes according to the actual situation, as long as the same technical effect can be achieved.

[0065] With this configuration, this embodiment includes an external storage device 332, which allows merchants to directly obtain existing product data from the manufacturer. After obtaining new product data, the updated external storage device 332 can be directly inserted into the data reader / writer 331 to complete the data update. This eliminates the need for merchants to manually update the product data in the microwave oven.

[0066] Furthermore, in an optional embodiment, the external storage module 33 further includes a communication interface 333, which is connected to the data reader / writer 331. The communication interface 333 can be a USB interface or other general-purpose interface.

[0067] When an external device is connected to the communication interface 333, the data reader / writer 331 is connected to the communication interface 333. When no external device is connected to the communication interface 333, the data reader / writer 331 is connected to the external storage device 332. In other words, the data reader / writer 331 can automatically switch the data input channel according to the status of the communication interface 333.

[0068] Furthermore, in an optional embodiment, the external device is the data input device 1 or the mobile storage device 4.

[0069] With this configuration, this embodiment includes a communication interface 333. When a mobile device or terminal cannot connect to the microwave oven's control module 3 wirelessly, a wired connection can still be used for data transmission. For mobile devices, a common data cable can be used to connect to the communication interface 333. For terminals, a portable storage device 4, such as a USB flash drive, can be used to update the data stored on the terminal to the microwave oven's control module 3. This ensures that the microwave oven can update product data normally under any circumstances.

[0070] Furthermore, in an optional embodiment, the control module 3 further includes a display 34, which is communicatively connected to the control module 31. The display 34 is used to display at least the product barcode and heating time. For example, when data updates are completed in the data input device 1, the display 34 will display a prompt message, such as "Data reading complete, please disconnect" or "Data reading complete, please unplug the USB flash drive".

[0071] Furthermore, in an optional embodiment, the display 34 is a touch screen display 34.

[0072] Furthermore, in an optional embodiment, the touch screen display 34 also displays heating time and heating power; the touch screen display 34 is used to modify the heating time and heating power.

[0073] With this configuration, this embodiment includes a touchscreen display 34, allowing users to modify the heating time and heating power of the product during use. This better meets the user's actual needs and avoids situations where merchants update data incorrectly, resulting in the heating time and heating power not matching the product.

[0074] The overall working process of this embodiment is as follows:

[0075] When the external device is a portable storage device 4, you can first set the heating data corresponding to the product barcode through parameter software or an update page loaded with microwave oven heating data, and then export the data file to the portable storage device 4.

[0076] Then, the mobile storage device 4 is inserted into the USB port. After the data reader 331 recognizes the insertion of the mobile storage device 4, it begins to read the data file in the mobile storage device 4 and then transmits the data to the control module 31.

[0077] The control module 31 calculates and categorizes the data, and then stores it in the built-in storage module 32.

[0078] After saving, display 34 shows a "storage complete" message, and the merchant can then remove the removable storage device 4. This completes the update of the heating data for the corresponding product code within the microwave oven.

[0079] Meanwhile, the data reader / writer 331 is connected to the external storage device 332, and the control module 31 then stores the data in the external storage device 332 for backup. If the heating data for the corresponding product barcode cannot be found in the internal storage module 32, it can be retrieved from the external storage module 33.

[0080] When the buyer actually uses the product, they first take the product to the barcode scanner 2 for scanning. The control module 31 reads the product code information and then retrieves the heating data from the built-in storage module 32 and displays it on the display 34. The user can then operate the operation buttons on the display 34 to adjust the heating data.

[0081] Although embodiments of the present invention have been described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, and such modifications and variations all fall within the scope defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A microwave oven, characterized in that, include: Data input device (1) is used to input product barcodes and heating data corresponding to the product barcodes; A barcode scanning device (2) is used to scan and obtain product barcodes; The control module (3) is also connected to the data input device (1) and the barcode scanning device (2) in communication.

2. The microwave oven according to claim 1, characterized in that, The data input device (1) is a mobile device or terminal.

3. The microwave oven according to claim 2, characterized in that, The control module (3) includes: The control module (31) is communicatively connected to the data input device (1) and the barcode scanning device (2); An internal storage module (32) is connected to the control module (31); the internal storage module (32) is used to store product barcodes and heating data corresponding to the product barcodes.

4. The microwave oven according to claim 3, characterized in that, The control module (3) also includes: An external storage module (33) is communicatively connected to the control module (31); the storage space of the external storage module (33) is greater than the storage space of the internal storage module (32).

5. The microwave oven according to claim 4, characterized in that, The external storage module (33) includes: The data reader (331) is communicatively connected to the control module (31); An external storage device (332) is connected to the data reader (331).

6. The microwave oven according to claim 5, characterized in that, The external storage module (33) also includes: A communication interface (333) is connected to the data reader (331); When an external device is connected to the communication interface (333), the data reader (331) is connected to the communication interface (333); When no external device is connected to the communication interface (333), the data reader (331) is connected to the external memory (332).

7. The microwave oven according to claim 6, characterized in that, The external devices are the data input device (1) and the mobile storage device (4).

8. The microwave oven according to any one of claims 3 to 7, characterized in that, The control module (3) also includes: The display (34) is communicatively connected to the control module (31); the display (34) is used to display at least the product barcode and heating time.

9. The microwave oven according to claim 8, characterized in that, The display (34) is a touch screen display (34).

10. The microwave oven according to claim 9, characterized in that, The touch screen display (34) also displays heating time and heating power; the touch screen display (34) is used to modify the heating time and heating power.

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