Exhaust assembly, lid assembly and food processor

Abstract

This application provides a venting assembly, a cover assembly, and a food processor. The venting assembly includes a rigid component and an elastic component. The rigid component has a first vent hole, and the elastic component has a mounting through hole. The rigid component is assembled into the mounting through hole, and the elastic component covers the rigid component. The first vent hole communicates with the mounting through hole to form a venting channel. The elastic component can be used for the sealed assembly of the venting assembly, while the rigid component improves the structural strength of the venting assembly. The elastic component covering the rigid component helps improve the sealing effect of the venting assembly during assembly and also prevents the rigid component from being exposed, improving the ease of cleaning the venting assembly.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of food processing, and in particular to venting assemblies, lid assemblies, and food processors. Background Technology

[0002] As people's living standards continue to improve, many different types of food processors have appeared on the market. Food processors can include machines that crush and blend food, such as soy milk makers, blenders, or high-speed blenders.

[0003] In related technologies, the venting structure of food processors often causes food residue to spill into the base and inside the lid, seriously affecting the ease of cleaning and the reliability of the food processor. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application provides an exhaust assembly, a cover assembly, and a food processor, making the exhaust assembly easy to disassemble and clean.

[0005] The first aspect of this application provides an exhaust assembly, including a rigid component and an elastic component;

[0006] The rigid component is provided with a first vent hole;

[0007] The elastic component has a mounting through hole, the rigid component is assembled into the mounting through hole, and the elastic component covers the rigid component; the first vent hole communicates with the mounting through hole to form an venting channel. The elastic component can be used for the sealed assembly of the venting assembly, while the rigid component improves the structural strength of the venting assembly. The elastic component covering the rigid component helps improve the sealing effect of the venting assembly during assembly, and also prevents the rigid component from being exposed, thus improving the ease of cleaning the venting assembly.

[0008] Furthermore, the elastic component includes a first tubular structure and a second tubular structure connected to the first tubular structure, wherein the cross-sectional area of ​​the first tubular structure is larger than that of the second tubular structure. During assembly, the elastic component utilizes the first tubular structure to form a seal with the assembly hole on one side of the second tubular structure, preventing gas and food residue from entering between the first tubular structure and the assembly hole. This helps reduce the sealing area and improves ease of assembly and disassembly.

[0009] Furthermore, the elastic component includes a first tubular structure, a second tubular structure, and a third tubular structure, with the second tubular structure connecting the first and third tubular structures. The cross-sectional area of ​​the first and third tubular structures is larger than that of the second tubular structure. During assembly, the elastic component can utilize the third and first tubular structures to form a seal with the assembly holes on both sides of the second tubular structure. Because the cross-sectional area of ​​the second tubular structure is smaller than that of the first and third tubular structures, a corresponding space for movement can be formed within the assembled hole, facilitating the disassembly and assembly of the exhaust assembly.

[0010] Furthermore, the cross-sectional area of ​​the second tubular structure is the same at all points along the axial direction, and is smaller than the cross-sectional area of ​​the third tubular structure and the first tubular structure. This design also allows for the formation of a corresponding movable space within the holes of the exhaust assembly after assembly, facilitating the disassembly and assembly of the exhaust assembly.

[0011] Furthermore, the second tubular structure includes a first end and a second end disposed opposite to each other, the second end being connected to the first tubular structure; the cross-sectional profile area of ​​the second tubular structure gradually decreases from the first end to the second end, and the aforementioned elastic component can utilize the gradually decreasing cross-sectional profile area of ​​the second tubular structure to form a movable margin after assembly, further facilitating processing and disassembly.

[0012] Furthermore, the first tubular structure includes a first body and a sealing protrusion disposed around the periphery of the first body. The sealing protrusion of the first tubular structure around the periphery of the first body can improve the sealing effect after assembly.

[0013] Furthermore, the elastic component includes a fourth tubular structure protruding axially from the rigid component. The fourth tubular structure includes a fourth body and at least one ring of sealing ribs disposed around the periphery of the fourth body. The fourth tubular structure protrudes axially from the rigid component, thus offering better flexibility, facilitating flexible assembly, and forming a seal through the sealing ribs. Additionally, it helps reduce the material cost of the rigid component.

[0014] Furthermore, the exhaust assembly includes an outer wall, which is provided with a limiting lug and / or a limiting groove. The limiting lug and / or the limiting groove can form a limit during the insertion of the exhaust assembly, thereby improving assembly accuracy and operation feel.

[0015] Furthermore, the exhaust assembly includes a first end and a second end;

[0016] At least one of the limiting lugs or the limiting grooves is located at the first end, and / or at least one of the limiting lugs or the limiting grooves is located between the first end and the second end. The limiting lugs or limiting grooves located at the first end provide a limiting mechanism to prevent structural interference during insertion and improve the user experience. And / or, the limiting lugs or limiting grooves located between the first end and the second end provide a limiting mechanism to improve limiting reliability and user experience.

[0017] A second aspect of this application provides a cover assembly, including a cover body and any of the exhaust assemblies described in the first aspect; the cover body includes an inner surface, an outer surface, and a mounting hole communicating between the inner surface and the outer surface on both sides; the exhaust assembly is detachably assembled into the mounting hole, and the end of the exhaust assembly near the outer surface is received within the mounting hole.

[0018] The exhaust assembly can be detachably assembled into the mounting hole, and the end of the exhaust assembly near the outer surface is housed in the mounting hole, which improves cleaning convenience, avoids exposing the exhaust assembly, improves the convenience of disassembly and assembly, and reduces the overall height of the machine.

[0019] Furthermore, the cover body includes a separate machine cover and a cup cover; the inner surface is located inside the cup cover, and the outer surface is located outside the machine cover; the machine cover is provided with a first assembly hole, and the cup cover is provided with a second vent hole;

[0020] The exhaust assembly is detachably assembled to the first assembly hole. The end of the elastic member near the cup lid is sealed to the second exhaust hole, and at least a portion of the circumferential outer wall of the elastic member is sealed to the first assembly hole. By sealing the circumferential outer wall of the elastic member to the first assembly hole and the end of the elastic member to the second exhaust hole, the sealing effect between the separate lid and cup lid and the exhaust assembly is improved, preventing gas and food residue from overflowing into the food processor.

[0021] Furthermore, the lid includes a cup-mouth sealing ring; when the lid is placed over the blending cup, the cup-mouth sealing ring seals with the cup mouth of the blending cup; at least a portion of the circumferential outer wall of the elastic member seals with the mounting hole. The lid, as a one-piece structure, achieves a seal on the blending cup mouth, simplifying the lid assembly structure. The sealing fit between the circumferential outer wall of the elastic member and the mounting hole enhances the sealing effect between the one-piece lid and the venting assembly, preventing gas and food residue from spilling into the blender.

[0022] Furthermore, the elastic member includes a fourth tubular structure protruding from the first assembly hole, the fourth tubular structure being located at an end near the cup lid;

[0023] The fourth tubular structure includes a fourth main body and at least one sealing rib disposed around the periphery of the fourth main body, the sealing rib abutting and sealing against the second vent. The fourth tubular structure forms a seal between the elastic component and the second vent, preventing gas and food residue from leaking from the second vent into the food processor.

[0024] Furthermore, the elastic component includes a first tubular structure; the first tubular structure includes a first body and a sealing protrusion disposed around the periphery of the first body, the sealing protrusion abutting against and sealing the end of the first assembly hole near the cup lid. This forms a seal between the elastic component and the first assembly hole, preventing gas and food residue from entering between the elastic component and the first assembly hole, thus improving cleaning convenience.

[0025] A third aspect of this application provides a food processor, the food processor comprising: a base, a mixing cup, and any of the lid components described in the second aspect;

[0026] The base includes a base and a support extending upward from the base; the lid is assembled to the support and covers the blending cup. Based on the structure and assembly relationship of the base, blending cup, and lid assembly, the above-mentioned food processor incorporates a venting system. The sealed connection between the venting system and the mounting hole of the lid allows gas inside the blending cup to escape through the first vent of the venting system. This provides a suitable venting solution at a suitable overall height, preventing malfunctions and cleaning issues caused by vibration and residue spillage during use. Attached Figure Description

[0027] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of an exhaust assembly according to an exemplary embodiment of this application;

[0028] Figure 2 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of an exhaust assembly according to an exemplary embodiment of this application;

[0029] Figure 3 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the lid of a food processor according to an exemplary embodiment of this application;

[0030] Figure 4 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of a cover component according to an exemplary embodiment of this application;

[0031] Figure 5 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of a food processor according to an exemplary embodiment of this application;

[0032] Figure 6 This is a perspective view of a food processor with its lid in a closed state, according to an exemplary embodiment of this application.

[0033] Figure 7This is a perspective view of a food processor with its lid in an open state, according to an exemplary embodiment of this application.

[0034] Figure 8 This is an exploded view of the lid of a food processor according to an exemplary embodiment of this application.

[0035] Figure label:

[0036] 100 food processor; 10 base; 11 stand; 12 support base; 13 power board;

[0037] 20; 21; 22; 23; 25; 258; 258;

[0038] Engine cover 30; control panel 31; exhaust assembly 32; rigid component 321; elastic component 322; limiting lug 3221; mounting through hole 3222; first exhaust port 323; third tubular structure 324; second tubular structure 325; first tubular structure 326; first main body 3261; sealing protrusion 3262; first end 327; second end 328; fourth tubular structure 329; fourth main body 3291; sealing rib 3292;

[0039] First assembly hole 33; Third end 331; Fourth end 332; Control panel box 35; Panel 36; First through hole 360; Cover shell 37; Surrounding rib 370; Plate sealing ring 371; Second through hole 372; Limiting rib 375;

[0040] Motor 40; Output shaft 41; Cover 50; Inner surface 51; Outer surface 52; Mounting hole 53. Detailed Implementation

[0041] Exemplary embodiments will now be described in detail, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. When the following description relates to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numerals in different drawings denote the same or similar elements. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments consistent with this application. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatuses consistent with some aspects of this application as detailed in the appended claims.

[0042] The terminology used in this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application. Unless otherwise defined, the technical or scientific terms used in this application should be understood in their ordinary sense by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The use of terms such as “a” or “one” in this specification and claims does not indicate a limitation of quantity, but rather indicates the presence of at least one. The terms “comprising” or “including” and similar expressions mean that the element or object preceding “comprising” or “including” encompasses the element or object listed following “comprising” or “including” and its equivalents, and does not exclude other elements or objects. The terms “connected” or “linked” and similar expressions are not limited to physical or mechanical connections and can include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect. The singular forms “a,” “the,” and “the” used in this specification and appended claims are also intended to include the plural forms, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It should also be understood that the term “and / or” as used herein refers to and includes any or all possible combinations of one or more associated listed items.

[0043] This application provides an exhaust assembly. Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of an exhaust assembly according to an exemplary embodiment of this application. Figure 2 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of an exhaust assembly according to an exemplary embodiment of this application, as shown below. Figure 1 , Figure 2 As shown, the exhaust assembly 32 includes a rigid component 321 and an elastic component 322. The rigid component 321 has a first exhaust port 323, and the elastic component 322 has a mounting through hole 3222. The rigid component 321 is assembled into the mounting through hole 3222, and the elastic component 322 covers the rigid component 321. The first exhaust port 323 communicates with the mounting through hole 3222 to form an exhaust channel. The elastic component 322 can be used for the sealed assembly of the exhaust assembly 32, while the rigid component 321 improves the structural strength of the exhaust assembly 32. The rigid component 321 can prevent heat deformation and blockage during the exhaust process, while the elastic component 322 can also accommodate deformation during the disassembly and assembly process, improving sealing performance and ease of disassembly and assembly. The elastic component 322 covering the rigid component 321 helps improve the sealing effect of the exhaust assembly 32 during assembly and also prevents the rigid component 321 from being exposed, improving the ease of cleaning the exhaust assembly 32.

[0044] In some embodiments, the elastic component 322 includes a first tubular structure 326 and a second tubular structure 325 connected to the first tubular structure 326. The cross-sectional area of ​​the first tubular structure 326 is larger than that of the second tubular structure 325. During assembly, the elastic component 322 can utilize the first tubular structure 326 to form a seal with the assembly hole on one side of the second tubular structure 325, preventing gas and food residue from entering the space between the first tubular structure 326 and the assembly hole. This helps reduce the sealing area and improves the ease of assembly and disassembly.

[0045] In other embodiments, the elastic component 322 includes a first tubular structure 326, a second tubular structure 325, and a third tubular structure 324. The second tubular structure 325 connects the first tubular structure 326 and the third tubular structure 324. The cross-sectional area of ​​the first tubular structure 326 and the cross-sectional area of ​​the third tubular structure 324 are larger than the cross-sectional area of ​​the second tubular structure 325. During assembly, the elastic component 322 can be sealed with the assembly holes on both sides of the second tubular structure 325 using the third tubular structure 324 and the first tubular structure 326. Since the cross-sectional area of ​​the second tubular structure 325 is smaller than that of the first tubular structure 326 and the third tubular structure 324, a corresponding allowable space can be formed within the assembled hole, making the exhaust assembly 32 easy to assemble and disassemble.

[0046] For example, after the exhaust assembly is assembled into the first assembly hole 33 of the cover 30, the exhaust assembly 32 and the inner wall of the first assembly hole 33 are sealed through the elastic contact between the third tubular structure 324 and the first tubular structure 326 and the first assembly hole 33. A movable allowance is formed between the second tubular structure 325 and the first assembly hole 33. This movable allowance not only reduces the difficulty of disassembling and assembling the exhaust assembly 32, but also provides a margin of error to prevent interference with the mixing cup 21 when disassembling and assembling it, thus improving the ease of handling the mixing cup 21.

[0047] It should be noted that the above-mentioned mounting through hole 3222 penetrates the elastic component 322, and the first tubular structure 326, the second tubular structure 325 and the third tubular structure 324 can be solid structures located around the mounting through hole 3222.

[0048] In the above embodiment, the second tubular structure 325 includes a first end and a second end disposed opposite to each other. The second end is connected to the first tubular structure 326, and the cross-sectional area of ​​the second tubular structure 325 gradually decreases from the first end to the second end. This gradual decrease in cross-sectional area from the first end to the second end increases the available space for movement formed by the second tubular structure 325, thus adapting to the range of motion of the exhaust assembly 32 during assembly and disassembly.

[0049] For example, the second tubular structure 325 can be conical, making its outer wall structure smooth. This not only serves as a guide structure for the exhaust assembly 32 during assembly into the hole, but also avoids structural interference during assembly and disassembly caused by irregular movement space between the second tubular structure 325 and the first assembly hole 33. Alternatively, the second tubular structure 325 can be an irregular curved surface structure or a stepped structure with a cross-sectional area gradually decreasing from the first end to the second end, to improve the structural flexibility of the second tubular structure 325. This application does not impose any limitations on this.

[0050] In other embodiments, the cross-sectional area of ​​the second tubular structure 325 at various points along the axial direction may also be the same and smaller than the cross-sectional area of ​​the third tubular structure 324 and the first tubular structure 326. This solution can also form a movable allowance space corresponding to the second tubular structure 325 in the hole after the exhaust assembly 32 is assembled, making the exhaust assembly 32 easy to disassemble and assemble.

[0051] Furthermore, the elastic member 322 may include a fourth tubular structure 329 protruding axially from the rigid member 321. The fourth tubular structure 329 includes a fourth body 3291 and at least one ring of sealing ribs 3292 disposed around the periphery of the fourth body 3291. The fourth tubular structure 329 protrudes axially from the rigid member 321, thus exhibiting better flexibility, facilitating flexible assembly, and forming a seal through the sealing ribs 3292. In addition, it helps to reduce the material cost of the rigid member 321.

[0052] It should be noted that the elastic component 322 can be made of silicone, rubber, etc., while the rigid component 321 can be made of hard plastic, metal, ceramic, etc.

[0053] In some embodiments, the exhaust assembly 32 includes an outer wall, which is provided with a limiting lug 3221 and / or a limiting groove. The limiting lug 3221 and / or the limiting groove can form a limit during the insertion process of the exhaust assembly 32, thereby improving assembly accuracy and operation feel.

[0054] In the above embodiment, the exhaust assembly 32 includes a first end 327 and a second end 328. At least one limiting lug 3221 or limiting groove is located at the first end 327, and / or at least one limiting lug 3221 or limiting groove is located between the first end 327 and the second end 328. The limiting lug 3221 or limiting groove located at the first end 327 forms a limiting position, which can avoid structural interference during the insertion process and improve the operating feel. The limiting lug 3221 or limiting groove located between the first end 327 and the second end 328 forms a limiting position, which can improve the limiting reliability and operating feel. The first end 327 can be close to the first tubular structure 326, and the second end 328 can be close to the third tubular structure 324.

[0055] It should be noted that, based on the assembly relationship between the elastic component 322 and the rigid component 321 in the above embodiments, the outer wall can be the outer side of the elastic component 322 or the outer side of the rigid component 321.

[0056] For example, the lid 30 of the food processor 100 may have a first assembly hole 33, which connects the interior of the mixing cup 21 and the exterior of the food processor 100. The rigid component 321 of the venting assembly 32 has a first vent hole 323. The venting assembly 32 is detachably assembled to the first assembly hole 33, and the first tubular structure 326 of the venting assembly 32 can abut and seal against the wall of the first assembly hole 33 to prevent gas containing residue from entering the gap between the venting assembly 32 and the first assembly hole 33 and adhering to the lid 30, thus improving the ease of cleaning the venting assembly 32 and the food processor 100. For example, a limiting lug 3221 may be provided on the outer side of the elastic component 322, and a limiting groove may be provided on the wall of the first assembly hole 33 to engage with the limiting lug 3221, thereby reducing the need for structural modifications to the lid 30.

[0057] In the above embodiments, the third tubular structure 324 can be a columnar structure. When the exhaust assembly 32 is installed in the first assembly hole 33 of the cover 30, the third tubular structure 324 can achieve a sealing fit with the first assembly hole 33 through an interference fit, and the columnar structure of the third tubular structure 324 is easy to process.

[0058] The first tubular structure 326 may include a first body 3261 and a sealing protrusion 3262 disposed around the periphery of the first body 3261. The sealing protrusion 3262 of the first tubular structure 326 located around the first body 3261 can enhance the sealing effect after assembly. When the exhaust assembly 32 is installed in the first assembly hole 33 of the cover 30, the first tubular structure 326 can achieve a sealing fit with the first assembly hole 33 through the sealing protrusion 3262. The sealing protrusion 3262 can also be used as the limiting lug 3221, engaging with the limiting groove on the inner wall of the first assembly hole 33 or the end face of the first assembly hole 33 to form a limiting in the insertion direction. The first body 3261 may be in the form of a column or a cone with a gradually changing cross-sectional area, or other structural forms.

[0059] Alternatively, the third tubular structure 324 may also be provided with a sealing protrusion 3262 to achieve a sealing assembly effect. The first tubular structure 326 may also be a columnar structure to achieve a sealing assembly effect. This application does not limit the specific structural form of the third tubular structure 324 and the first tubular structure 326, as long as a sealing fit with the assembly hole can be obtained after assembly.

[0060] This application further provides a cover component, such as Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, the cover assembly includes a cover body 50 and the aforementioned exhaust assembly 32. The cover body 50 includes an inner surface 51, an outer surface 52, and mounting holes 53 connecting the two sides of the inner surface 51 and the outer surface 52. The exhaust assembly 32 is detachably assembled into the mounting holes 53, and the end of the exhaust assembly 32 near the outer surface 52 is received within the mounting holes 53. The detachable assembly of the exhaust assembly 32 into the mounting holes 53, with the end of the exhaust assembly 32 near the outer surface 52 received within the mounting holes 53, improves cleaning convenience, prevents the exhaust assembly 32 from being exposed, improves the convenience of disassembly and assembly, and reduces the overall height of the machine.

[0061] In some embodiments, the lid 50 includes a cup-mouth sealing ring. When the lid 50 is placed over the blending cup 21, the cup-mouth sealing ring seals with the cup mouth of the blending cup 21, and at least a portion of the circumferential outer wall of the elastic member 322 seals with the mounting hole 53. The lid 50, as an integral structure, achieves a seal on the cup mouth of the blending cup 21, simplifying the lid assembly structure. The sealing fit between the circumferential outer wall of the elastic member 322 and the mounting hole 53 enhances the sealing effect between the integral lid 50 and the venting assembly 32, preventing gas and food residue from overflowing into the blender 100.

[0062] In other embodiments, such as Figure 3 , Figure 4As shown, the cover 50 includes a separate lid 30 and a cup lid 25. The inner surface 51 is located inside the cup lid 25, and the outer surface 52 is located outside the lid 30. The lid 30 has a first assembly hole 33, and the cup lid 25 has a second vent hole 258. The first assembly hole 33 and the second vent hole 258 form the mounting hole 53. The venting assembly 32 is detachably assembled to the first assembly hole 33. The end of the elastic member 322 near the cup lid 25 is sealed to the second vent hole 258, and at least a portion of the circumferential outer wall of the elastic member 322 is sealed to the first assembly hole 33. By sealing the circumferential outer wall of the elastic member 322 with the first assembly hole 33 and sealing the end of the elastic member 322 with the second vent hole 258, the sealing effect between the separate lid 30 and cup lid 25 and the venting assembly 32 is improved, preventing gas and food residue from overflowing into the food processor 100. Specifically, the venting assembly 32 is detachably assembled into the first assembly hole 33, and the end of the venting assembly 32 away from the cup lid 25 is housed within the first assembly hole 33, which improves cleaning convenience and prevents the venting assembly from being exposed, thus improving the ease of disassembly and assembly and reducing the overall height of the machine. The end of the venting assembly 32 is elastically sealed to the second vent hole 258 of the cup lid 25 of the blending cup 21, which can prevent gas from overflowing from the second vent hole 258 into the base 10 or adhering to the surface of the lid 30, thereby improving the reliability and ease of cleaning of the blender 100.

[0063] In the above embodiment, the exhaust assembly 32 includes an outer wall, which may be provided with a limiting lug 3221 and / or a limiting groove, at least one limiting lug 3221 or limiting groove being located between the first end 327 and the second end 328. The limiting lug 3221 and / or limiting groove can create a limiting position during the insertion of the exhaust assembly 32, improving assembly accuracy and handling feel. Furthermore, the limiting lug 3221 or limiting groove located between the first end 327 and the second end 328 can further prevent the second end 328 of the exhaust assembly 32 from protruding from the first assembly hole 33.

[0064] The exhaust assembly 32 is detachably assembled into the first assembly hole 33, and the first tubular structure 326 is sealed to the first assembly hole 33. The second tubular structure 325 forms a gap with the inner wall of the first assembly hole 33, and the end of the elastic member 322 near the cup lid 25 is sealed to the second exhaust hole 258. After the exhaust assembly 32 is detachably assembled into the first assembly hole 33, the second end 328 of the exhaust assembly 32 away from the cup lid 25 can be flush with the top surface of the cover 30 or recessed relative to the top surface of the cover 30.

[0065] For example, the elastic component 322 includes a first tubular structure 326, which includes a first body 3261 and a sealing protrusion 3262 disposed around the periphery of the first body 3261. The sealing protrusion 3262 abuts against the end of the first assembly hole 33 near the cup lid 25 to form a seal between the elastic component 322 and the first assembly hole 33, preventing gas and food residue from entering between the elastic component 322 and the first assembly hole 33, thus improving the ease of cleaning.

[0066] The elastic member 322 may include a fourth tubular structure 329 that protrudes axially from the rigid member 321. The fourth tubular structure 329 is located at the end near the lid 25. The fourth tubular structure 329 includes a fourth body 3291 and at least one sealing rib 3292 disposed around the fourth body 3291. The fourth tubular structure 329 abuts and seals against the second vent 258 of the lid 25 of the mixing cup 21. The aforementioned fourth tubular structure 329 forms a seal between the elastic member 322 and the second vent 258, preventing gas and food residue from leaking from the second vent 258 into the food processor 100.

[0067] Furthermore, the second vent 258 can be in the form of an inverted trapezoid, and the dimensions of the multi-layered ribs 3292 of the first tubular structure 326 can be increased along the venting direction to form a sealed assembly relationship with the second vent 258. The inverted trapezoidal structure can increase the ease of assembly and separation between the second tubular structure 325 and the second vent 258.

[0068] In some embodiments, the first assembly hole 33 includes a third end 331 near the mixing cup 21 and a fourth end 332 opposite to the third end 331. The venting assembly 32 is inserted from the third end 331 to the fourth end 332, and the venting assembly 32 is located below the end face of the fourth end 332. The insertion direction of the venting assembly 32 from the third end 331 to the fourth end 332 can prevent the gripping part of the venting assembly 32 from being exposed, improve the convenience of disassembly and assembly operations, and reduce the overall height of the machine.

[0069] This application further provides a food processor 100, such as Figures 5-8 As shown, the food processor 100 includes a base 10, a blending cup 21, and the aforementioned lid assembly. The base 10 includes a base 11 and a support 12 extending upward from the base 11. The lid 50 is assembled to the support 12 and covers the blending cup 21. Based on the structure and assembly relationship of the base 10, the blending cup 21, and the lid assembly, the food processor 100 includes a venting assembly 32. The venting assembly 32 is sealed to the mounting hole 53 of the lid 50, allowing gas inside the blending cup 21 to be discharged through the first vent 323 of the venting assembly 32. This provides a proper venting solution at a suitable overall height, preventing vibration and residue spillage during use that could lead to malfunctions and cleaning issues.

[0070] Please see Figures 1-8 The food processor 100 can be used to make soy milk, rice paste, juice, etc. The food processor 100 includes a base 10, a mixing cup assembly 20, and a lid assembly, which includes a lid 30 and a cup lid 25.

[0071] The base 10 includes a base 11 and a support 12 extending upward from the base 11. The support 12 and the base 11 can be integrally formed, or they can be formed separately and then assembled together.

[0072] The mixing cup assembly 20 is assembled on the base 11. The mixing cup assembly 20 includes a mixing cup 21, a heating plate 22 disposed at the bottom of the mixing cup 21, and a blade assembly 23. The mixing cup 21 is used to hold food, the heating plate 22 is used to heat the food in the mixing cup 21, and the blade assembly 23 is used to stir and grind the food in the mixing cup 21.

[0073] The lid 30 is assembled to the support base 12, and the lid 30 covers the mixing cup assembly 20. Figure 6 and Figure 7 In the illustrated embodiment, the cover 30 is rotatably assembled to the support base 12. In another embodiment, the cover 30 is rotatably assembled to the support base 12 in a horizontal direction. In yet another embodiment, the cover 30 is detachably assembled to the support base 12.

[0074] The support base 12 houses a power board 13, and the cover 30 houses a control board 31 electrically connected to the power board 13. A motor 40 is located within the base 11 or at the bottom of the mixing cup 21. The motor 40 includes an output shaft 41, and the blade assembly 23 is located at the top of the output shaft 41. In one embodiment, the motor 40 is a brushless motor without a rear end cover, resulting in a lower overall height for the motor 40, which helps reduce the overall height of the food processor 100. In other embodiments, the motor 40 can also be a conventional brushed motor or a brushless motor.

[0075] Since the power board 13 is located inside the support base 12 and the control board 31 is located inside the cover 30, the power board 13, control board 31 and motor 40 are not stacked together. By reasonably arranging the positions of the three, the height of the food processor 100 can be effectively reduced, so that the overall height of the food processor 100 is no more than 280 mm, making it more compact and exquisite. In this way, the vibration generated by the food processor 100 during operation can be reduced, and it occupies less space.

[0076] In another embodiment, the power board 13 and control board 31 are both disposed within the cover 30, and the motor 40 is disposed within the base 11 or at the bottom of the mixing cup 21, which also reduces the height of the food processor 100. In yet another embodiment, the power board 13 and control board 31 are both disposed within the cover 30, and the motor 40 is disposed within the cup lid 25 of the mixing cup assembly 20. In yet another embodiment, the power board 13 is disposed within the support base 12, the control board 31 is disposed within the cover 30, and the motor 40 is disposed within the cup lid of the mixing cup assembly 20.

[0077] Please see Figure 7 The cover 30 includes a cover housing 37, a panel 36, and a control panel box 35. The control panel 31 is disposed within the cover housing 37, and the control panel box 35 covers the control panel 31. The panel 36 is fixed to the control panel box 35. The cover housing 37 includes surrounding ribs 370 that form the perforated structure. The panel 36 has a first through hole 360 ​​corresponding to the perforated structure. This design is simple and easy to assemble. A limiting rib 375 is provided at the top of the cover housing 37, surrounding the panel 36, and the limiting rib 375 limits the position of the panel 36.

[0078] A sealing ring 371 is provided between the reinforcing rib 370 and the panel 36, and the sealing ring 371 has a second through hole 372 corresponding to the first through hole 360, and the diameter of the second through hole 372 is larger than the diameter of the through hole 360. By providing the sealing ring 371, steam is prevented from entering the space where the control panel 31 is located through the gap between the reinforcing rib 370 and the panel 36. At the same time, since the diameter of the second through hole 372 is larger than the diameter of the first through hole 360, the sealing ring 371 is not exposed, resulting in a smooth appearance. The panel 36 can be made of glass, PC, IMD, or PVC, etc., and is not limited to these materials.

[0079] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. An exhaust assembly characterized by, It includes a rigid component (321) and an elastic component (322); The rigid component (321) is provided with a first vent (323); The elastic member (322) is provided with a mounting through hole (3222), the rigid member (321) is assembled in the mounting through hole (3222), and the elastic member (322) covers the rigid member (321); the first vent hole (323) communicates with the mounting through hole (3222) to form an venting channel.

2. The exhaust assembly of claim 1, wherein, The elastic component (322) includes a first tubular structure (326) and a second tubular structure (325) connected to the first tubular structure (326), wherein the cross-sectional area of ​​the first tubular structure (326) is larger than the cross-sectional area of ​​the second tubular structure (325).

3. The exhaust assembly as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The elastic component (322) includes a first tubular structure (326), a second tubular structure (325), and a third tubular structure (324), wherein the second tubular structure (325) connects the first tubular structure (326) and the third tubular structure (324); the cross-sectional area of ​​the first tubular structure (326) and the cross-sectional area of ​​the third tubular structure (324) are greater than the cross-sectional area of ​​the second tubular structure (325).

4. The exhaust assembly of claim 3, wherein, The cross-sectional area of ​​the second tubular structure (325) is the same at all points along the axial direction, and is smaller than the cross-sectional area of ​​the third tubular structure (324) and the cross-sectional area of ​​the first tubular structure (326).

5. The exhaust assembly of claim 2 or 3, wherein, The second tubular structure (325) includes a first end and a second end disposed opposite to each other, the second end being connected to the first tubular structure (326); the cross-sectional area of ​​the second tubular structure (325) gradually decreases from the first end to the second end.

6. The exhaust assembly of claim 2 or 3, wherein, The first tubular structure (326) includes a first body (3261) and a sealing protrusion (3262) disposed on the periphery of the first body (3261).

7. The exhaust assembly of claim 1, wherein, The elastic member (322) includes a fourth tubular structure (329) that protrudes axially from the rigid member (321), the fourth tubular structure (329) including a fourth body (3291) and at least one ring of sealing ribs (3292) disposed around the fourth body (3291).

8. The exhaust assembly of claim 1, wherein, The exhaust assembly includes an outer wall, which is provided with a limiting lug (3221) and / or a limiting groove.

9. The exhaust assembly of claim 8, wherein, The exhaust assembly (32) includes a first end (327) and a second end (328); At least one of the limiting lugs (3221) or the limiting groove is located at the first end (327), and / or at least one of the limiting lugs (3221) or the limiting groove is located between the first end (327) and the second end (328).

10. A cap assembly characterized in that, The device includes a cover (50) and an exhaust assembly (32) as described in any one of claims 1-9; the cover (50) includes an inner surface (51), an outer surface (52) and a mounting hole (53) communicating between the inner surface (51) and the outer surface (52); the exhaust assembly (32) is detachably assembled into the mounting hole (53), and the end of the exhaust assembly (32) near the outer surface (52) is received in the mounting hole (53).

11. The cap assembly of claim 10, wherein, The cover (50) includes a separate machine cover (30) and a cup cover (25); the inner surface (51) is located inside the cup cover (25), and the outer surface (52) is located outside the machine cover (30); the machine cover (30) is provided with a first assembly hole (33), and the cup cover (25) is provided with a second vent hole (258); The exhaust assembly (32) is detachably assembled to the first assembly hole (33), the end of the elastic member (322) near the cup lid (25) is sealed to the second exhaust hole (258), and at least a portion of the circumferential outer wall of the elastic member (322) is sealed to the first assembly hole (33).

12. The cap assembly of claim 10, wherein, The cover (50) includes a cup mouth sealing ring; when the cover (50) is placed over the mixing cup (21), the cup mouth sealing member is sealed to the cup mouth of the mixing cup (21); at least a portion of the circumferential outer wall of the elastic member (322) is sealed to the mounting hole (53).

13. The cap assembly of claim 11, wherein, The elastic member (322) includes a fourth tubular structure (329) protruding from the first assembly hole (33), the fourth tubular structure (329) being located at an end near the cup lid (25); The fourth tubular structure (329) includes a fourth main body (3291) and at least one sealing rib (3292) disposed around the fourth main body (3291), the sealing rib (3292) abutting and sealing with the second exhaust hole (258).

14. The cover assembly as claimed in claim 11, characterized in that, The elastic component (322) includes a first tubular structure (326); the first tubular structure (326) includes a first body (3261) and a sealing protrusion (3262) disposed on the periphery of the first body (3261), the sealing protrusion (3262) abutting and sealing with the end of the first assembly hole (33) near the cup lid (25).

15. A food processor, characterized in that, include: The base (10), the mixing cup (21), and the cover assembly as described in any one of claims 10-14; The base (10) includes a base (11) and a support (12) extending upward from the base (11); the cover (50) is assembled to the support (12) and covers the stirring cup (21).

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