Cooking utensils

Abstract

This application provides a cooking appliance, relating to the field of household appliance technology. A panel is mounted on a housing, forming a receiving space between the panel and the housing. A detection mechanism is at least partially located within the receiving space. The detection mechanism includes a telescopic member, a first trigger member, and a second trigger member, which are spaced apart at the bottom of the housing. The telescopic member is slidable relative to the panel along its thickness direction, and its first end can extend or retract within the panel. When a pot is placed on the panel, the telescopic member moves towards the receiving space, its first end retracts into the panel, and its second end electrically connects the first and second trigger members. When no pot is placed on the panel, the telescopic member moves towards the panel, its first end extends out of the panel, and its second end separates from at least one of the first and second trigger members, thus disconnecting the first and second trigger members. This cooking appliance solves the safety hazard caused by pot-free detection failure.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of household appliance technology, specifically to a cooking appliance. Background Technology

[0002] Cooking appliances such as induction cookers and ceramic cooktops are widely used in daily life for cooking food. Ceramic cooktops have advantages such as high heating temperature and compatibility with various cookware, leading to their widespread use.

[0003] An electric ceramic cooktop consists of a heating element and a control panel. The heating element is located below the control panel and generates heat to heat cookware placed on the control panel. Because the surface temperature of the control panel is high when the electric ceramic cooktop is heating, if the cooktop is turned on before the cookware is placed on the control panel, it can easily lead to wasted electricity due to dry burning, and may even pose a safety hazard.

[0004] In related technologies, a weighing component is used to detect changes in gravity on a control panel, thereby identifying whether a pot or pan is on the panel. However, the accuracy of the weighing component decreases after prolonged use, which can easily lead to detection failure and pose a safety hazard. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application provides a cooking appliance that can solve the safety hazard caused by the failure of the pot-free detection.

[0006] This application provides a cooking appliance, which includes:

[0007] case;

[0008] A panel is disposed on the housing, and an accommodating space is formed between the panel and the housing;

[0009] The detection mechanism is at least partially located within the accommodating space. The detection mechanism includes a telescopic member, a first trigger member, and a second trigger member. The first trigger member and the second trigger member are spaced apart at the bottom of the housing. Along the thickness direction of the panel, the telescopic member is slidable relative to the panel, and the first end of the telescopic member can extend out or retract into the panel.

[0010] When a pot is placed on the panel, the telescopic member moves toward the accommodating space, the first end retracts into the panel, and the second end of the telescopic member electrically connects the first trigger and the second trigger.

[0011] When no cookware is placed on the panel, the telescopic member moves toward the panel, the first end extends out of the panel, and the second end separates from at least one of the first trigger member and the second trigger member, and the first trigger member and the second trigger member are disconnected.

[0012] The cooking appliance provided in this application can slide relative to the panel via a telescopic component, allowing the component to occupy different positions depending on whether there is a pot or not on the panel. Furthermore, when the telescopic component is in different positions, it can electrically connect or disconnect the first and second trigger components. Therefore, the connection state of the first and second trigger components can be used to determine whether there is a pot or not on the panel.

[0013] Specifically, when a pot is placed on the panel, the pot contacts the first end of the telescopic component. Under the action of the pot, the telescopic component moves downwards, causing its second end to move downwards simultaneously. The second end can be located within the gap between the first and second triggering components. Both the first and second triggering components are connected to the second end, thus electrically connecting them. When no pot is placed on the panel, the telescopic component can move upwards. At this time, the first end of the telescopic component can extend beyond the surface of the panel, and the second end moves upwards simultaneously, disengaging from at least one of the first and second triggering components, thus decoupling them and eliminating electrical connection.

[0014] Since the first end of the telescopic component can extend or retract from the panel, it can be used to contact the cookware. Therefore, the detection mechanism of this embodiment can directly contact the cookware; in other words, the detection mechanism has physical contact with the cookware to detect whether a cookware is placed on the panel, which can have high detection accuracy and reliability. Furthermore, compared to the weighing component, the detection mechanism of this embodiment has a simpler structure and lower cost.

[0015] According to one embodiment of this application, the first trigger and the second trigger have a horizontally spaced interval. When the first end is retracted into the panel, a portion of the second end is connected to the first trigger, and a portion of the second end is connected to the second trigger. The first trigger and the second trigger are electrically connected.

[0016] The first and second triggers can be arranged side-by-side in a horizontal direction. The spacing allows the first and second triggers to be in a state where they are not connected. When the telescopic member moves downward, its second end can connect with the first and second triggers, thereby making the first and second triggers electrically connected through the second end of the telescopic member, thus indicating that a pot is placed on the panel at this time.

[0017] The first and second triggers are arranged side-by-side in a horizontal direction, allowing the second end of the telescopic member to contact the first and second triggers substantially simultaneously as the telescopic member moves downward. Furthermore, the contact area between the second end and the first trigger and the second end and the second trigger can be substantially the same to improve the connection stability between the second end and the first trigger, as well as the connection stability between the second end and the second trigger. This reduces the possibility of the second end disconnecting from either the first or second trigger, thus affecting the detection results.

[0018] According to one embodiment of this application, when the first end is retracted to the panel, the second end is at least partially located within the interval between the first trigger and the second trigger, and the second end is at least partially electrically connected to the first trigger and the second trigger.

[0019] The second end of the telescopic member can be located within the interval between the first trigger and the second trigger. The outer peripheral wall of the second end can be connected to the surfaces opposite to the first and second triggers, thereby allowing the second end to electrically connect the first and second triggers.

[0020] This configuration allows for a larger contact area between the second end and the first trigger. This larger contact area improves stability during the detection process and enhances the reliability of the detection results.

[0021] According to one embodiment of this application, the detection mechanism includes a first adapter. Along the thickness direction of the panel, the first adapter is disposed near the end of the first trigger facing the panel, and the first adapter protrudes from the surface of the first trigger facing the interval. When the second end is located in the interval, the first adapter is used to electrically connect with the second end.

[0022] By positioning the first adapter close to the end of the first trigger member facing the panel, the travel of the telescopic member can be prevented from becoming excessive. When the cookware is placed on the panel, a small downward travel of the telescopic member is sufficient to electrically connect the first and second trigger members. Furthermore, the length of the telescopic member does not need to be too long, which helps reduce the material cost of the telescopic member.

[0023] By having the first adapter protrude from the surface of the first trigger facing the gap, the second end can fit tightly against the first adapter when it enters the gap. There is at least a horizontal abutting force between the second end and the first adapter, making it difficult for them to separate. This improves the reliability of the connection between the first adapter and the second end and reduces the possibility of detection failure.

[0024] According to one embodiment of this application, the detection mechanism includes a second adapter. Along the thickness direction of the panel, the second adapter is disposed near the end of the second trigger facing the panel, and the second adapter protrudes from the surface of the second trigger facing the interval. When the second end is located in the interval, the second adapter is used to electrically connect with the second end.

[0025] By positioning the second adapter close to the end of the second trigger facing the panel, the travel of the telescopic component is prevented from becoming excessive. When the cookware is placed on the panel, a small downward travel of the telescopic component is sufficient to electrically connect the first and second triggers. Furthermore, the length of the telescopic component does not need to be excessive, which helps reduce the material cost of the telescopic component.

[0026] By having the second adapter protrude from the surface of the second trigger facing the gap, a tight fit can be maintained between the second end and the second adapter when the second end enters the contact gap. There is at least a horizontal abutting force between the second end and the second adapter, making it difficult for the second end to separate from the second adapter, thereby improving the connection reliability between the second adapter and the second end and reducing the possibility of detection failure.

[0027] According to one embodiment of this application, the first trigger has a first trigger surface facing the panel, and when the first end is retracted into the panel, the second end is electrically connected to the first trigger surface;

[0028] The second trigger has a second trigger surface facing the panel, and when the first end is retracted into the panel, the second end is electrically connected to the second trigger surface.

[0029] Along the thickness direction of the panel, the second end is connected to the opposing surfaces of the first trigger. The second end is also connected to the opposing surfaces of the second trigger, thereby enabling the first and second triggers to be electrically connected.

[0030] According to one embodiment of this application, the telescopic member includes an elastic connector, the second end of which is located at the end of the elastic connector away from the panel, and the elastic connector is used to be electrically connected to the first trigger and the second trigger;

[0031] When the first end is retracted to the panel, the elastic connector is connected to the first trigger and the second trigger, and the elastic connector is in a retracted state;

[0032] The first end extends out of the panel, and the elastic connector is disconnected from at least one of the first trigger and the second trigger, and the elastic connector is in a free state.

[0033] An elastic connector can be used to connect with the first and second trigger surfaces to electrically connect the first and second trigger elements. Because of its elasticity, the connector can buffer the force exerted by the telescopic component when it moves downwards, thus preventing excessive force on the first and second trigger elements. The extension and retraction of the elastic connector also helps to extend the service life of the telescopic component, the first trigger element, and the second trigger element.

[0034] It is easy to understand that the elastic connector allows for a non-rigid connection between the telescopic component and the first and second trigger components. The elastic connector can be used to overcome machining and assembly tolerances, thereby reducing machining difficulty and thus reducing machining and assembly costs.

[0035] Furthermore, during the contact process between the elastic connector and the first and second triggers, the elastic connector can undergo compressive deformation due to its elasticity. When the cookware panel is removed, the telescopic component can move upward, allowing the elastic connector to release its elastic potential energy, and the free end of the elastic connector can be disconnected from the first and second triggers.

[0036] According to one embodiment of this application, the detection mechanism includes a fixing member and an elastic member. The fixing member is disposed at the bottom of the housing, one end of the elastic member is connected to the telescopic member, and the other end of the elastic member abuts against the fixing member.

[0037] The first trigger and the second trigger are disposed on the fixing member.

[0038] Since the first trigger and the second trigger are grounded or connected to the controller through the wiring harness respectively, and the first trigger and the second trigger can be fixed on the fixing component, the first trigger and the second trigger will not move relative to each other, and the wiring harness can remain relatively stable, which is beneficial to improving the stability and reliability of the detection.

[0039] Furthermore, since the testing mechanism can be fixed to the housing by a fastener, the fastener can provide stable support when the telescopic component slides along the thickness direction of the panel. When the cookware is placed on the panel, the elastic component can buffer the force exerted by the cookware on the telescopic component. Additionally, the elastic component can also be used to allow the telescopic component to return to its original position with its first end protruding from the panel when the cookware is removed from the panel, thus facilitating subsequent testing of the cookware.

[0040] Specifically, when the cookware is placed on the panel, the cookware exerts a downward force on the telescopic component. The elastic component can buffer the force of the cookware, so that the telescopic component moves downward slowly. Therefore, when the second end of the telescopic component is connected to the first and second triggers, the second end is less likely to generate an instantaneous impact force on the first and second triggers, which helps to protect the telescopic component, the first trigger, and the second trigger, and improves the service life of the telescopic component, the first trigger, and the second trigger.

[0041] When the cookware is placed on the panel, the elastic element can undergo compressive deformation under the action of the cookware. The elastic element can accumulate elastic potential energy, so that when the cookware is removed from the panel, the elastic element can release the elastic potential energy, which can drive the telescopic element to return to its original position. The first end of the telescopic element can extend out of the panel.

[0042] According to one embodiment of this application, the fastener includes a base and a mounting base. The base is located on the side of the housing facing away from the receiving space. The mounting base can be inserted through the bottom of the housing and is located within the receiving space. The elastic member abuts against the mounting base.

[0043] The testing mechanism can be fixed to the bottom wall of the housing via a base. The mounting base can provide an abutment end for the elastic element, allowing the telescopic element to slide relative to the thickness direction of the panel.

[0044] According to one embodiment of this application, the fixing member further includes a support cylinder, the support cylinder connecting the mounting base and the base, and the support cylinder is disposed opposite to the telescopic member along the thickness direction of the panel;

[0045] The support cylinder is provided with a first groove and a second groove that are radially opposite to each other. The first groove allows a portion of the first trigger to pass through, and a portion of the first trigger is located inside the support cylinder. The second groove allows a portion of the second trigger to pass through, and a portion of the second trigger is located inside the support cylinder.

[0046] When the first end retracts into the panel, the second end of the telescopic member is located inside the support cylinder, and the second end is electrically connected to the first trigger and the second trigger.

[0047] A support cylinder can be used to connect the mounting base and the base. The support cylinder provides support for the mounting base. At least a portion of the first trigger and at least a portion of the second trigger can be located within the support cylinder. Since the support cylinder and the telescopic member are arranged opposite each other along the thickness direction of the panel, when the telescopic member moves downward, the second end of the telescopic member can enter the support cylinder and be located in the gap between the first and second triggers, thereby electrically connecting the first and second triggers.

[0048] When the second end enters the gap, it can apply a radial outward force along the support cylinder to the first and second spring pieces. By providing the first and second grooves on the support cylinder, a portion of the first spring piece can move outward through the first groove, and the second spring piece can move outward through the second groove. This reduces the possibility that the second end might get stuck between the first and second spring pieces, affecting the sliding ability of the telescopic component and thus the test results, especially when both the first and second spring pieces are tightly connected to the second end.

[0049] According to one embodiment of this application, the detection mechanism further includes a sleeve, which is sleeved on the outside of a portion of the mounting base, and the second end can pass through the mounting base and enter the support cylinder;

[0050] Along the thickness direction of the panel, one end of the sleeve abuts against the panel, and the other end of the sleeve abuts against the mounting base. The first end of the telescopic member extends out of the end of the sleeve that abuts against the panel.

[0051] Since the mounting base can be fixed to the base via the support sleeve, it can be fixed relative to the housing. Furthermore, since one end of the sleeve abuts against the panel and the other end of the sleeve abuts against the mounting base, the detection mechanism can be fixed between the panel and the housing.

[0052] In addition to the technical problems solved by the embodiments of the present invention, the technical features constituting the technical solutions, and the beneficial effects brought about by the technical features of these technical solutions as described above, other technical problems that can be solved by the cooking appliances provided by the embodiments of the present invention, other technical features included in the technical solutions, and the beneficial effects brought about by these technical features will be further described in detail in the specific embodiments. Attached Figure Description

[0053] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this application.

[0054] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a pot and cooking utensil according to an embodiment of this application;

[0055] Figure 2 This is an exploded structural diagram of a cooking appliance according to an embodiment of this application;

[0056] Figure 3 This is a side view of a cooking appliance according to an embodiment of this application;

[0057] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0058] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of the testing mechanism according to an embodiment of this application;

[0059] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of a testing mechanism according to an embodiment of this application;

[0060] Figure 7 This is a side view of a cooking appliance according to another embodiment of this application;

[0061] Figure 8 for Figure 7 Enlarged view of point B in the middle;

[0062] Figure 9 for Figure 6 Enlarged diagram of point C in the middle.

[0063] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0064] 100 - Cooking utensils;

[0065] 110 - Casing;

[0066] 120-panel;

[0067] 130 - Testing agency; 130a - Interval;

[0068] 131-Telescopic component; 131a-First end; 131b-Second end; 131c-Fixing groove; 1311-Elastic connector; 1312-Conductive part; 1313-Second limiting part;

[0069] 132-First trigger element; 132a-First trigger surface; 1321-First spring piece; 1321a-First reinforcing protrusion; 1322-First fixing piece; 1323-First bending piece;

[0070] 133-Second trigger element; 133a-Second trigger surface; 1331-Second spring piece; 1331a-Second reinforcing protrusion; 1332-Second fixing piece; 1333-Second bending piece;

[0071] 134 - First Adapter;

[0072] 135 - Second Adapter;

[0073] 136-Fixed component; 136a-Drain hole; 1361-Base; 1362-Mounting base; 1362a-Limiting recess; 1363-Support cylinder; 1363a-First groove; 1363b-Second groove; 1364-Mounting boss;

[0074] 137 - Elastic component;

[0075] 138-Sleeve; 1381-First limiting part; 1382-Limiting protrusion;

[0076] 140 - Heating component;

[0077] 200 - Cookware;

[0078] X - Thickness direction.

[0079] The accompanying drawings illustrate specific embodiments of this application, which will be described in more detail below. These drawings and descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the concept in any way, but rather to illustrate the concept of this application to those skilled in the art through reference to particular embodiments. Detailed Implementation

[0080] 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 numbers in different drawings represent 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 and methods consistent with some aspects of this application as detailed in the appended claims. Clearly, the described embodiments are only a portion, not all, of the embodiments of this application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0081] Common cooking appliances include induction cookers and ceramic cooktops, which are commonly used heating devices that can be used with cookware. Taking a ceramic cooktop as an example, a ceramic cooktop includes a heating element and a control panel. The heating element is located below the control panel, and the heat generated by the heating element heats the cookware placed on the control panel.

[0082] Because the surface temperature of an electric ceramic cooktop can reach approximately 600℃ when heated, starting the cooktop before placing any cookware on it can easily lead to wasted electricity and even safety hazards. Related technologies use a weighing component to detect changes in gravity on the cooktop, thus identifying the presence of cookware. However, the accuracy of this weighing component decreases over time, potentially causing detection failure and posing a safety risk. Furthermore, the high cost of weighing components makes them unsuitable for the market.

[0083] Based on the aforementioned technical problems, the applicant has improved the structure of existing cooking appliances. In the embodiments of this application, the telescopic component can slide relative to the panel. When a pot is placed on the panel, the telescopic component can move downwards under the weight of the pot. The first end of the telescopic component can retract into the panel, and the second end of the telescopic component can electrically connect the first and second triggers. When no pot is placed on the panel, the telescopic component can return to its original position, the first end of the telescopic component can extend out of the panel, and the second end of the telescopic component can disconnect the first and second triggers. Therefore, through the direct contact connection between the pot and the telescopic component, the presence or absence of a pot on the panel can be detected with high accuracy and reliability.

[0084] The cooking appliance 100 provided in this application will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0085] See Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the cooking device in this embodiment includes a housing 110, a panel 120, and a detection mechanism 130.

[0086] A panel 120 is mounted on a housing 110. A receiving space is formed between the panel 120 and the housing 110. A detection mechanism 130 is at least partially located within the receiving space. The detection mechanism 130 includes a telescopic member 131, a first trigger member 132, and a second trigger member 133. The first trigger member 132 and the second trigger member 133 are disposed at a distance 130a from the bottom of the housing 110. Along the thickness direction X of the panel 120, the telescopic member 131 is slidable relative to the panel 120, and the first end 131a of the telescopic member 131 can extend or retract within the panel 120.

[0087] When a pot 200 is placed on the panel 120, the telescopic member 131 moves towards the accommodating space. The first end 131a retracts into the panel 120, and the second end 131b of the telescopic member 131 electrically connects the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133. When no pot 200 is placed on the panel 120, the telescopic member 131 moves towards the panel 120. The first end 131a extends out of the panel 120, and the second end 131b separates from at least one of the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133, thus disconnecting the connection between the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133.

[0088] In this embodiment, the telescopic member 131 can slide relative to the panel 120, and its position can vary depending on whether there is a pot 200 on the panel 120. Furthermore, when the telescopic member 131 is in different positions, the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133 can be electrically connected or disconnected. Therefore, the connection state of the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133 can be used to determine whether a pot 200 is placed on the panel 120.

[0089] Specifically, when a pot 200 is placed on the panel 120, the pot 200 contacts the first end 131a of the telescopic member 131. Under the action of the pot 200, the telescopic member 131 moves downward, causing its second end 131b to move downward synchronously. The second end 131b can be located within the gap 130a between the first trigger member 132 and the second trigger member 133. Both the first trigger member 132 and the second trigger member 133 are connected to the second end 131b, thus electrically connecting them. When no pot 200 is placed on the panel 120, the telescopic member 131 can move upward. At this time, the first end 131a of the telescopic member 131 can extend out of the surface of the panel 120, and the second end 131b of the telescopic member 131 moves upward in sync, so that the second end 131b leaves at least one of the first trigger member 132 and the second trigger member 133, so that the first trigger member 132 and the second trigger member 133 are not connected, and there is no electrical conduction between the first trigger member 132 and the second trigger member 133.

[0090] It is easy to understand that whether or not there is electrical continuity between the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133 will produce different signal indications. For example, when there is electrical continuity between the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133, the controller can detect the connection signal to issue a heating instruction to the cooking appliance 100. When there is no electrical continuity between the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133, the controller can detect the disconnection signal and issue a warning sound to remind the user, thereby avoiding the safety hazard caused by the cookware 200 dry-burning.

[0091] Since the first end 131a of the telescopic member 131 can extend or retract from the panel 120, the first end 131a can be used to contact the cookware 200. Therefore, the detection mechanism 130 of this embodiment can directly contact the cookware 200; in other words, the detection mechanism 130 has physical contact with the cookware 200 to detect whether the cookware 200 is placed on the panel 120, which can have high detection accuracy and reliability. Furthermore, compared with the weighing component, the detection mechanism 130 of this embodiment has a simple structure and lower cost.

[0092] In some examples, the detection mechanism 130 may be located in the middle area of ​​the panel 120. For example, the detection mechanism 130 may be located in the middle area of ​​the corresponding heating area on the panel 120.

[0093] In some examples, the telescopic member 131 can slide relative to the panel 120 along its thickness direction X. When the cooking appliance 100 is placed on a horizontal work surface, the thickness direction X of the panel 120 can refer to the vertical direction. When the pot 200 is placed on the panel 120, the direction of the force exerted by the pot 200 on the telescopic member 131 can be vertically downward. When the pot 200 is removed from the panel 120, the telescopic member 131 can move vertically upward.

[0094] In some examples, one of the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133 may be connected to the controller, and the other of the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133 may be grounded. When the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133 are connected, the first trigger 132, the second trigger 133, the second end 131b of the telescopic member 131, and the controller are electrically connected.

[0095] See also some of the possible implementation methods. Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133 have a horizontal spacing of 130a. When the first end 131a is retracted to the panel 120, a portion of the second end 131b is connected to the first trigger 132, and a portion of the second end 131b is connected to the second trigger 133, thus electrically connecting the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133.

[0096] In this embodiment, the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133 can be arranged side by side in a horizontal direction. The interval 130a allows the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133 to be in a non-connected state. When the telescopic member 131 moves downward, the second end 131b can connect with the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133, thereby making the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133 electrically connected through the second end 131b of the telescopic member 131, thus indicating that a pot 200 is placed on the panel 120 at this time.

[0097] The first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133 are arranged side by side in a horizontal direction. When the telescopic member 131 moves downward, the second end 131b of the telescopic member 131 can essentially simultaneously contact the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133. Furthermore, the contact area between the second end 131b and the first trigger 132 and the second end 131b and the second trigger 133 can be essentially the same. This improves the connection stability between the second end 131b and the first trigger 132, as well as the connection stability between the second end 131b and the second trigger 133. This reduces the possibility of the second end 131b disconnecting from either the first trigger 132 or the second trigger 133, thus affecting the detection results.

[0098] See also some of the possible implementation methods. Figure 4 As shown, when the first end 131a is retracted to the panel 120, the second end 131b is at least partially located within the gap 130a between the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133. The second end 131b is at least partially electrically connected to the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133.

[0099] In this embodiment of the application, the second end 131b of the telescopic member 131 can be located within the interval 130a between the first trigger member 132 and the second trigger member 133, so that the outer peripheral wall of the second end 131b can be connected to the surface opposite to the first trigger member 132 and the second trigger member 133, thereby the second end 131b can electrically conduct the first trigger member 132 and the second trigger member 133.

[0100] This configuration allows for a larger contact area between the second end 131b and the first trigger 132. Similarly, it allows for a larger contact area between the second end 131b and the second trigger 133, thereby improving the stability of the detection process and the reliability of the detection results.

[0101] The second end 131b can abut against the first trigger 132, and the second end 131b can abut against the second trigger 133.

[0102] See also some of the possible implementation methods. Figures 4 to 6 As shown, the detection mechanism 130 of this embodiment includes a first adapter 134. Along the thickness direction X of the panel 120, the first adapter 134 is disposed near the end of the first trigger member 132 facing the panel 120, and the first adapter 134 protrudes from the surface of the first trigger member 132 facing the interval 130a. When the second end 131b is located at the interval 130a between the first trigger member 132 and the second trigger member 133, the first adapter 134 can be electrically connected to the second end 131b.

[0103] In this embodiment of the application, when a pot 200 is placed on the panel 120, the telescopic member 131 moves downward, and the first adapter 134 can be used to connect with the second end 131b of the telescopic member 131 so that the first trigger member 132 and the second end 131b can be electrically connected, thereby realizing the electrical connection between the first trigger member 132 and the second trigger member 133.

[0104] By positioning the first adapter 134 near the end of the first trigger 132 facing the panel 120, the travel of the telescopic member 131 can be prevented from being too large. When the cookware 200 is placed on the panel 120, a small downward travel of the telescopic member 131 is sufficient to electrically connect the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133. Furthermore, the length of the telescopic member 131 does not need to be too long, which helps to reduce the material cost of the telescopic member 131.

[0105] By having the first adapter 134 protrude from the surface of the first trigger 132 facing the gap 130a, the second end 131b can be tightly fitted with the first adapter 134 when it enters the gap 130a. The second end 131b and the first adapter 134 have at least a horizontal abutting force against each other, making it difficult for them to separate. This improves the connection reliability between the first adapter 134 and the second end 131b and reduces the possibility of detection failure.

[0106] The detection mechanism 130 of this embodiment includes a second adapter 135. Along the thickness direction X of the panel 120, the second adapter 135 is disposed near the end of the second trigger 133 facing the panel 120, and the second adapter 135 protrudes from the surface of the second trigger 133 facing the gap 130a. When the second end 131b is located at the gap 130a between the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133, the second adapter 135 can be electrically connected to the second end 131b.

[0107] In this embodiment of the application, when a pot 200 is placed on the panel 120, the telescopic member 131 moves downward, and the second adapter 135 can be used to connect with the second end 131b of the telescopic member 131 so that the second trigger member 133 can be electrically connected to the second end 131b, thereby realizing the electrical connection between the first trigger member 132 and the second trigger member 133.

[0108] By positioning the second adapter 135 near the end of the second trigger 133 facing the panel 120, the travel of the telescopic member 131 can be prevented from being too large. When the cookware 200 is placed on the panel 120, a small downward travel of the telescopic member 131 is sufficient to electrically connect the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133. Furthermore, the length of the telescopic member 131 does not need to be too long, which helps to reduce the material cost of the telescopic member 131.

[0109] The second adapter 135 protrudes from the surface of the second trigger 133 facing the gap 130a, allowing the second end 131b to fit tightly against the second adapter 135 when it enters the contact gap 130a. The second end 131b and the second adapter 135 exert a mutual abutting force at least horizontally, making them less prone to separation. This improves the connection reliability between the second adapter 135 and the second end 131b and reduces the possibility of detection failure.

[0110] In some examples, the second end 131b can be used to electrically connect the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133. The second end 131b can be conductive. Furthermore, since the first end 131a of the telescopic member 131 is in contact with the cookware 200, and is insulated from the cookware 200, when the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133 are electrically connected, there will be no electrical connection between the cookware 200 and the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133, thus ensuring the safety of using the cooking appliance 100.

[0111] In some examples, a portion of the telescopic member 131 may be made of insulating material. A portion of the telescopic member 131 may be made of conductive material. The telescopic member 131 may include a conductive portion 1312. A second end 131b is located at the end of the conductive portion 1312 away from the panel 120. The conductive portion 1312 may be, but is not limited to, a metal sheet.

[0112] For example, the first end 131a of the telescopic member 131 may be formed using, but is not limited to, a ceramic material. The first end 131a of the telescopic member 131 may have good strength and wear resistance.

[0113] The telescopic member 131 is provided with a fixing groove 131c for fixing the conductive part 1312. The conductive part 1312 can be fixedly connected to the telescopic member 131 through the fixing groove 131c. The fixing method between the conductive part 1312 and the telescopic member 131 can be, but is not limited to, snap-fit, interference fit, press-fit, adhesive, etc.

[0114] See also some of the possible implementation methods. Figures 4 to 6 As shown, the first adapter 134 of this application embodiment has an arcuate connecting surface facing the interval 130a. The second adapter 135 has an arcuate connecting surface facing the interval 130a.

[0115] In this embodiment, the arc-shaped connecting surface of the first adapter 134 can be used to connect with the second end 131b of the telescopic member 131. The arc-shaped connecting surface can reduce the connection resistance between the second end 131b and the first adapter 134, thereby reducing the possibility that the connection resistance between the second end 131b and the first adapter 134 is too large during the downward movement of the telescopic member 131, which would hinder the downward movement of the telescopic member 131 and prevent the first end 131a of the telescopic member 131 from retracting to the panel 120, thus affecting the stability of the cookware 200 placed on the panel 120.

[0116] Furthermore, the arc-shaped connecting surface can also serve as a guide, so that when the telescopic member 131 moves downward, the second end 131b can enter the gap 130a between the first trigger member 132 and the second trigger member 133 under the action of the arc-shaped connecting surface, and make the second end 131b tightly connected with the first trigger member 132.

[0117] Similarly, the arc-shaped connecting surface of the second adapter 135 can be used to connect with the second end 131b of the telescopic member 131. The arc-shaped connecting surface can reduce the connection resistance between the second end 131b and the second adapter 135, thereby reducing the possibility that the connection resistance between the second end 131b and the second adapter 135 is too large during the downward movement of the telescopic member 131, which would hinder the downward movement of the telescopic member 131 and prevent the first end 131a of the telescopic member 131 from retracting to the panel 120, thus affecting the stability of the cookware 200 placed on the panel 120.

[0118] Furthermore, the arc-shaped connecting surface can also serve as a guide, so that when the telescopic member 131 moves downward, the second end 131b can enter the gap 130a under the action of the arc-shaped connecting surface, and the second end 131b can be tightly connected with the second trigger member 133.

[0119] In some examples, the first trigger 132 may include a first spring 1321. The first spring 1321 may extend along the thickness direction X of the panel 120. A first adapter 134 may be disposed at the end of the first spring 1321 near the panel 120. Correspondingly, the second trigger 133 may include a second spring 1331. The second spring 1331 may extend along the thickness direction X of the panel 120. A second adapter 135 may be disposed at the end of the second spring 1331 near the panel 120.

[0120] The first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133 can be symmetrically arranged in the horizontal direction. The first spring 1321 and the second spring 1331 can be elastic. When the second end 131b enters the gap 130a, the second end 131b can cause the end of the first spring 1321 with the first adapter 134 and the end of the second spring 1331 with the second adapter 135 to deform in a direction away from the gap 130a. Since the first spring 1321 and the second spring 1331 are elastic, the first spring 1321 and the second spring 1331 have a restoring force in the direction of the gap 130a, so that the first spring 1321 and the second spring 1331 have a relative abutting force with the second end 131b, so that the second end 131b can fit tightly with the first spring 1321 and the second spring 1331. Furthermore, when the second end 131b leaves the gap 130a, the first spring 1321 and the second spring 1331 can be reset in the direction of the gap 130a under elastic action.

[0121] See also some of the possible implementation methods. Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the first trigger 132 has a first trigger surface 132a facing the panel 120. When the first end 131a is retracted to the panel 120, the second end 131b is electrically connected to the first trigger surface 132a. The second trigger 133 has a second trigger surface 133a facing the panel 120. When the first end 131a is retracted to the panel 120, the second end 131b is electrically connected to the second trigger surface 133a.

[0122] In this embodiment, along the thickness direction X of the panel 120, the second end 131b is connected to the opposing surfaces of the first trigger 132. The second end 131b is also connected to the opposing surfaces of the second trigger 133, thereby enabling the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133 to be electrically connected.

[0123] Specifically, the second end 131b and at least a portion of the first trigger surface 132a have corresponding regions along the thickness direction X of the panel 120. The second end 131b and at least a portion of the second trigger surface 133a also have corresponding regions along the thickness direction X of the panel 120. When the first end 131a is retracted into the panel 120, the second end 131b is connected to the first trigger surface 132a and the second trigger surface 133a respectively, thereby achieving electrical conduction between the first trigger element 132 and the second trigger element 133.

[0124] In some examples, both the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133 can be sheet-like structures. The simple structure of the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133 helps to reduce material and processing costs.

[0125] See also some of the possible implementation methods. Figure 8 As shown, the telescopic member 131 includes an elastic connector 1311. The second end 131b is located at the end of the elastic connector 1311 away from the panel 120. The elastic connector 1311 is used for electrical connection with the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133.

[0126] When the first end 131a is retracted to the panel 120, the elastic connector 1311 is connected to the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133, and the elastic connector 1311 is in a retracted state. When the first end 131a extends out of the panel 120, the elastic connector 1311 is disconnected from at least one of the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133, and the elastic connector 1311 is in a free state.

[0127] In this embodiment, the elastic connector 1311 can be used to connect with the first trigger surface 132a and the second trigger surface 133a to electrically connect the first trigger element 132 and the second trigger element 133. Because the elastic connector 1311 is elastic, it can buffer the force of contact with the first trigger element 132 and the second trigger element 133 when the telescopic member 131 moves downward. Through the extension and retraction of the elastic connector 131, the force exerted by the telescopic member 131 on the first trigger element 132 and the second trigger element 133 is not excessive, which helps to improve the service life of the telescopic member 131, the first trigger element 132, and the second trigger element 133.

[0128] It is easy to understand that the elastic connector 1311 can make the telescopic member 131 and the first trigger member 132 and the second trigger member 133 non-rigid connection. The elastic connector 1311 can be used to overcome the machining and assembly tolerances, so as to reduce the machining difficulty and thus reduce the machining and assembly costs.

[0129] Furthermore, during the contact between the elastic connector 1311 and the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133, the elastic connector 1311 can undergo compressive deformation due to its elasticity. When the cookware 200 removes the panel 120, the telescopic member 131 can move upward, allowing the elastic connector 1311 to release its elastic potential energy, and the free end of the elastic connector 1311 can be disconnected from the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133.

[0130] In some examples, the telescopic member 131 may also include a conductive portion 1312. An elastic connector 1311 may be disposed on the conductive portion 1312, and the elastic connector 1311 may be conductive.

[0131] See also some of the possible implementation methods. Figure 6 and Figure 8As shown, the detection mechanism 130 of this embodiment includes a fixing member 136 and an elastic member 137. The fixing member 136 is disposed at the bottom of the housing 110. One end of the elastic member 137 is connected to the telescopic member 131. The other end of the elastic member 137 abuts against the fixing member 136. A first trigger member 132 and a second trigger member 133 are disposed on the fixing member 136.

[0132] In this embodiment, since the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133 are respectively grounded through the wiring harness or connected to the controller, the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133 can be fixed on the fixing member 136, so that there is no relative movement between the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133, and the wiring harness can remain relatively stable, which is beneficial to improving the stability and reliability of the detection.

[0133] Furthermore, since the detection mechanism 130 can be fixed to the housing 110 by the fixing member 136, the fixing member 136 can provide stable support when the telescopic member 131 slides along the thickness direction X of the panel 120. When the cookware 200 is placed on the panel 120, the elastic member 137 can be used to buffer the force exerted by the cookware 200 on the telescopic member 131. In addition, the elastic member 137 can also be used to allow the telescopic member 131 to return to the state where the first end 131a protrudes from the panel 120 when the cookware 200 is removed from the panel 120, thereby facilitating subsequent detection of the cookware 200.

[0134] Specifically, when the cookware 200 is placed on the panel 120, the cookware 200 applies a downward force to the telescopic member 131. The elastic member 137 can buffer the force of the cookware 200, so that the telescopic member 131 slowly moves downward. Thus, when the second end 131b of the telescopic member 131 is connected to the first trigger member 132 and the second trigger member 133, the second end 131b is less likely to generate an instantaneous impact force on the first trigger member 132 and the second trigger member 133, which is beneficial to protect the telescopic member 131, the first trigger member 132 and the second trigger member 133, and improve the service life of the telescopic member 131, the first trigger member 132 and the second trigger member 133.

[0135] When the cookware 200 is placed on the panel 120, the elastic element 137 can undergo compressive deformation under the action of the cookware 200. The elastic element 137 can accumulate elastic potential energy so that when the cookware 200 is removed from the panel 120, the elastic element 137 can release the elastic potential energy, and the elastic element 137 can drive the telescopic element 131 to return to its original position. The first end 131a of the telescopic element 131 can extend out of the panel 120.

[0136] In some examples, the elastic element 137 may be fitted over the telescopic element 131. The elastic element 137 may be, but is not limited to, a spring.

[0137] See also some of the possible implementation methods. Figure 4 and Figure 8 As shown, the fastener 136 in this embodiment includes a base 1361 and a mounting base 1362. The base 1361 is located on the side of the housing 110 facing away from the receiving space, and the mounting base 1362 can be inserted through the bottom of the housing 110 and is located within the receiving space. The elastic member 137 abuts against the mounting base 1362.

[0138] In this embodiment, along the thickness direction X of the panel 120, the base 1361 and the mounting base 1362 can be located on opposite sides of the bottom wall of the housing 110. The detection mechanism 130 can be fixed to the bottom wall of the housing 110 via the base 1361. The mounting base 1362 can provide an abutment end for the elastic member 137, allowing the telescopic member 131 to slide relative to the thickness direction X of the panel 120.

[0139] In some examples, the panel 120 has a clearance hole through which the first end 131a of the telescopic member 131 can pass. During the installation of the cooking appliance 100, the detection mechanism 130 can be installed from the bottom of the housing 110. The telescopic member 131 and the mounting base 1362 can pass through the bottom wall of the housing 110, such that the first end 131a of the telescopic member 131 corresponds to the clearance hole. The base 1361 can be located outside the housing 110 and locked to the bottom wall to fix the detection mechanism 130. Therefore, the installation process of the detection mechanism 130 is simple and helps to improve the assembly efficiency of the workers.

[0140] In some examples, the bottom wall of the housing 110 has a recessed portion that is recessed toward the receiving space. The base 1361 may be located within the recessed portion so that the lower surface of the base 1361 does not extend beyond the lower surface of the bottom wall of the housing 110, thereby ensuring the stability of the cooking appliance 100 when placed on the worktable.

[0141] See also some of the possible implementation methods. Figures 4 to 6 As shown, the fastener 136 in this embodiment of the application further includes a support cylinder 1363. The support cylinder 1363 connects the mounting base 1362 and the base 1361. Along the thickness direction X of the panel 120, the support cylinder 1363 is disposed opposite to the telescopic member 131.

[0142] The support cylinder 1363 is provided with a first groove 1363a and a second groove 1363b that are radially opposite to each other along the support cylinder 1363. The first groove 1363a allows a portion of the first trigger 132 to pass through, and the portion of the first trigger 132 is located inside the support cylinder 1363. The second groove 1363b allows a portion of the second trigger 133 to pass through, and the portion of the second trigger 133 is located inside the support cylinder 1363.

[0143] When the first end 131a is retracted to the panel 120, the second end 131b of the telescopic member 131 is located inside the support cylinder 1363. The second end 131b is electrically connected to the first trigger member 132 and the second trigger member 133.

[0144] In this embodiment, the support cylinder 1363 can be used to connect the mounting base 1362 and the base 1361. The support cylinder 1363 can provide support for the mounting base 1362. At least a portion of the first trigger 132 and at least a portion of the second trigger 133 can be located within the support cylinder 1363. Since the support cylinder 1363 and the telescopic member 131 are arranged opposite each other along the thickness direction X of the panel 120, when the telescopic member 131 moves downward, the second end 131b of the telescopic member 131 can enter the support cylinder 1363 and be located in the gap 130a between the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133, thereby electrically connecting the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133.

[0145] In some examples, when the second end 131b enters the gap 130a, the second end 131b can apply a radially outward force along the support cylinder 1363 to the first spring piece 1321 and the second spring piece 1331. By providing the first groove 1363a and the second groove 1363b on the support cylinder 1363, it is possible for part of the first spring piece 1321 to move outward through the first groove 1363a and the second spring piece 1331 to move outward through the second groove 1363b. This reduces the possibility that the second end 131b might get stuck between the first spring piece 1321 and the second spring piece 1331, thus affecting the slidability of the telescopic member 131 and consequently the detection results, when both the first spring piece 1321 and the second spring piece 1331 are tightly connected to the second end 131b.

[0146] It should be noted that when the second end 131b is located at the interval 130a, the first spring piece 1321 and the second spring piece 1331 can undergo elastic deformation and remain in contact with the second end 131b. When the second end 131b leaves the interval 130a, the first spring piece 1321 and the second spring piece 1331 can be reset.

[0147] See also some of the possible implementation methods. Figure 4 and Figure 8 As shown, the detection mechanism 130 in this embodiment of the application further includes a sleeve 138. The sleeve 138 is fitted onto the outside of a portion of the mounting base 1362. The second end 131b can pass through the mounting base 1362 and enter the support cylinder 1363.

[0148] Along the thickness direction X of panel 120, one end of sleeve 138 abuts against panel 120. The other end of sleeve 138 abuts against mounting base 1362. The first end 131a of telescopic member 131 protrudes from the end of sleeve 138 that abuts against panel 120.

[0149] In this embodiment, since the mounting base 1362 can be fixed to the base 1361 via the support cylinder 1363, the mounting base 1362 can be fixed relative to the housing 110. Furthermore, since one end of the sleeve 138 abuts against the panel 120 and the other end of the sleeve 138 abuts against the mounting base 1362, the detection mechanism 130 can be fixed between the panel 120 and the housing 110.

[0150] The cooking appliance 100 also includes a heating element 140. Some detection mechanisms 130 may be installed within the heating element 140, and the detection mechanisms 130 and the heating element 140 may not be connected.

[0151] In some examples, the end of the sleeve 138 that abuts against the panel 120 may have a first limiting portion 1381. A portion of the telescopic member 131 may slide within the sleeve 138, and the telescopic member 131 may have a second limiting portion 1313 that cooperates with the first limiting portion 1381. The second limiting portion 1313 is located within the sleeve 138. When the first limiting portion 1381 and the second limiting portion 1313 are connected, they can be used to constrain the height of the first end 131a of the telescopic member 131 extending beyond the panel 120, so that the telescopic member 131 remains consistent in the reset state, reducing the possibility that an excessively high extension of the first end 131a beyond the panel 120 would affect the stability of the cookware 200 placed on the panel 120.

[0152] In some examples, one end of the elastic element 137 may abut against the second limiting portion 1313.

[0153] See in some examples Figure 6 and Figure 9 As shown, the sleeve 138 and the mounting base 1362 are fixedly connected along the thickness direction X of the panel 120. The inner wall of the sleeve 138 is provided with a limiting protrusion 1382. The outer wall of the mounting base 1362 is provided with a limiting recess 1362a that mates with the limiting protrusion 1382. At least a portion of the limiting protrusion 1382 can be located within the limiting recess 1362a, so that movement along the thickness direction X of the panel 120 is less likely to occur between the sleeve 138 and the mounting base 1362.

[0154] See also some of the possible implementation methods. Figure 4 and Figure 8As shown, the fastener 136 in this embodiment further includes a mounting boss 1364. The mounting boss 1364 is disposed on the side of the base 1361 facing the receiving space. The mounting boss 1364 is located in the receiving space. The mounting boss 1364 is connected to the support cylinder 1363. The first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133 are disposed on the side of the mounting boss 1364 facing the receiving space.

[0155] In this embodiment, the mounting boss 1364 can be used to fix the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133.

[0156] In some examples, the first trigger 132 may include a first retaining plate 1322. The first retaining plate 1322 is connected to the first spring 1321. The first retaining plate 1322 may be used to securely connect to the mounting boss 1364.

[0157] Among them, see Figure 6 As shown, the surface of the first spring piece 1321 facing the interval 130a may be provided with a first reinforcing protrusion 1321a. The first reinforcing protrusion 1321a can improve the strength of the first spring piece 1321 and reduce the possibility that the first spring piece 1321 is difficult to reset when it is deformed.

[0158] In some examples, the first trigger 132 may also include a first bending piece 1323. The first bending piece 1323 may be located at the end of the first retaining piece 1322 away from the first spring piece 1321. The first bending piece 1323 may be bent away from the bottom wall of the housing 110 to meet the safety requirements of the cooking appliance 100.

[0159] In some examples, the second trigger 133 may include a second retaining plate 1332. The second retaining plate 1332 may be used to securely connect with the mounting boss 1364.

[0160] The second spring piece 1331 may have a second reinforcing protrusion 1331a on the surface facing the interval 130a. The second reinforcing protrusion 1331a can improve the strength of the second spring piece 1331 and reduce the possibility that the second spring piece 1331 is difficult to return to its original position when it is deformed.

[0161] In some examples, the partial mounting boss 1364 may be located inside the support cylinder 1363. The first reinforcing protrusion 1321a and the second reinforcing protrusion 1331a may be connected to the partial mounting boss 1364 located inside the support cylinder 1363 so that the support cylinder 1363 and the mounting boss 1364 are not easily misaligned along the radial direction of the support cylinder 1363.

[0162] In some examples, the second trigger 133 may also include a second bending piece 1333. The second bending piece 1333 may be located at the end of the second retaining piece 1332 away from the second spring piece 1331. The second bending piece 1333 may be bent away from the bottom wall of the housing 110 to meet the safety requirements of the cooking appliance 100.

[0163] It should be noted that, since the base 1361 of the fastener 136 is located outside the housing 110, and the mounting boss 1364 of the fastener 136 can be used to fix the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133, the fastener 136 can be made of insulating material to reduce the possibility that when the first trigger 132 and the second trigger 133 are electrically connected, both the housing 110 and the fastener 136 will be conductive, leading to a safety hazard.

[0164] See also some of the possible implementation methods. Figure 4 and Figure 8 As shown, the bottom of the fixing member 136 in this embodiment of the application is provided with a drainage hole 136a. The drainage hole 136a communicates with the gap 130a between the first trigger member 132 and the second trigger member 133.

[0165] In this embodiment, since the telescopic member 131 is slidable relative to the panel 120, the telescopic member 131 and the panel 120 are in a clearance fit. When liquid on the panel 120 enters the sleeve 138 through the gap between the telescopic member 131 and the panel 120, the liquid can flow downwards under gravity to the spacer 130a and the drain hole 136a, and then flow out to the outside of the cooking appliance 100 through the drain hole 136a. This helps to reduce the possibility of liquid entering the heating component 140 and other internal structures, thereby affecting the working performance and service life of the internal structures.

[0166] In some examples, the drain hole 136a may extend through the base 1361 and the mounting boss 1364 along the thickness direction X of the panel 120. The base 1361 and the mounting boss 1364 may be an integral structure.

[0167] It should be noted that the numerical values ​​and ranges involved in this application are approximate values. Due to the influence of the manufacturing process, there may be a certain range of errors, which can be considered negligible by those skilled in the art.

[0168] In the description of the embodiments of this application, 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, an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0169] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms “center,” “length,” “width,” “thickness,” “top,” “bottom,” “upper,” “lower,” “left,” “right,” “front,” “rear,” “vertical,” “horizontal,” “inner,” “outer,” “axial,” and “circumferential” used to indicate orientation or positional relationships are based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the indicated position or component must have a specific orientation, specific structure, or specific operation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0170] The devices or elements referred to in the embodiments of this application or implied herein must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as limiting the embodiments of this application. In the description of the embodiments of this application, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise precisely specified.

[0171] The terms "first," "second," "third," "fourth," etc. (if present) in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments of this application described herein can be implemented, for example, in a sequence other than those illustrated or described herein.

[0172] Furthermore, the terms “comprising” and “having”, and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that includes a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units that are explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units that are not explicitly listed or that are inherent to such process, method, product, or apparatus.

[0173] The term "multiple" in this article refers to two or more. The term "and / or" in this article is merely a description of the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A alone, A and B simultaneously, or B alone. Furthermore, the character " / " in this article generally indicates an "or" relationship between the preceding and following related objects; in formulas, the character " / " indicates a "division" relationship between the preceding and following related objects.

[0174] It is understood that the various numerical designations used in the embodiments of this application are merely for descriptive convenience and are not intended to limit the scope of the embodiments of this application.

[0175] It is understood that, in the embodiments of this application, the order of the above-mentioned process numbers does not imply the order of execution. The execution order of each process should be determined by its function and internal logic, and should not constitute any limitation on the implementation process of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. A cooking utensil (100), characterized in that, include: Shell (110); A panel (120) is disposed on the housing (110), and an accommodating space is formed between the panel (120) and the housing (110); The detection mechanism (130) is at least partially located within the accommodating space. The detection mechanism (130) includes a telescopic member (131), a first trigger member (132), and a second trigger member (133). The first trigger member (132) and the second trigger member (133) are spaced (130a) apart at the bottom of the housing (110) along the thickness direction (X) of the panel (120). The telescopic member (131) is slidable relative to the panel (120), and the first end (131a) of the telescopic member (131) can extend or retract within the panel (120). When a pot (200) is placed on the panel (120), the telescopic member (131) moves toward the accommodating space, the first end (131a) retracts into the panel (120), and the second end (131b) of the telescopic member (131) electrically connects the first trigger (132) and the second trigger (133). When no pot (200) is placed on the panel (120), the telescopic member (131) moves toward the panel (120), the first end (131a) extends out of the panel (120), and the second end (131b) separates from at least one of the first trigger member (132) and the second trigger member (133), and the first trigger member (132) and the second trigger member (133) are disconnected.

2. The cooking utensil (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first trigger (132) and the second trigger (133) have a horizontally spaced interval (130a). When the first end (131a) is retracted into the panel (120), a portion of the second end (131b) is connected to the first trigger (132), and a portion of the second end (131b) is connected to the second trigger (133). The first trigger (132) and the second trigger (133) are electrically connected.

3. The cooking utensil (100) according to claim 2, characterized in that, When the first end (131a) is retracted to the panel (120), the second end (131b) is at least partially located within the interval (130a) between the first trigger (132) and the second trigger (133), and the second end (131b) is at least partially electrically connected to the first trigger (132) and the second trigger (133).

4. The cooking utensil (100) according to claim 3, characterized in that, The detection mechanism (130) includes a first adapter (134) along the thickness direction (X) of the panel (120). The first adapter (134) is disposed near the end of the first trigger (132) facing the panel (120), and the first adapter (134) protrudes from the surface of the first trigger (132) facing the interval (130a). When the second end (131b) is located in the interval (130a), the first adapter (134) is electrically connected to the second end (131b); and / or, The detection mechanism (130) includes a second adapter (135) along the thickness direction (X) of the panel (120). The second adapter (135) is disposed near the end of the second trigger (133) facing the panel (120), and the second adapter (135) protrudes from the surface of the second trigger (133) facing the interval (130a). When the second end (131b) is located in the interval (130a), the second adapter (135) is electrically connected to the second end (131b).

5. The cooking utensil (100) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first trigger (132) has a first trigger surface (132a) facing the panel (120), and when the first end (131a) is retracted into the panel (120), the second end (131b) is electrically connected to the first trigger surface (132a); The second trigger (133) has a second trigger surface (133a) facing the panel (120), and when the first end (131a) is retracted into the panel (120), the second end (131b) is electrically connected to the second trigger surface (133a).

6. The cooking utensil (100) according to claim 5, characterized in that, The telescopic member (131) includes an elastic connector (1311), the second end (131b) is located at the end of the elastic connector (1311) away from the panel (120), and the elastic connector (1311) is used to be electrically connected to the first trigger (132) and the second trigger (133); When the first end (131a) is retracted to the panel (120), the elastic connector (1311) is connected to the first trigger (132) and the second trigger (133), and the elastic connector (1311) is in a retracted state; The first end (131a) extends out of the panel (120), the elastic connector (1311) is disconnected from at least one of the first trigger (132) and the second trigger (133), and the elastic connector (1311) is in a free state.

7. The cooking utensil (100) according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The detection mechanism (130) includes a fixing member (136) and an elastic member (137). The fixing member (136) is disposed at the bottom of the housing (110). One end of the elastic member (137) is connected to the telescopic member (131), and the other end of the elastic member (137) abuts against the fixing member (136). The first trigger (132) and the second trigger (133) are disposed on the fixing member (136).

8. The cooking utensil (100) according to claim 7, characterized in that, The fastener (136) includes a base (1361) and a mounting base (1362). The base (1361) is located on the side of the housing (110) facing away from the receiving space. The mounting base (1362) can be inserted through the bottom of the housing (110) and is located within the receiving space. The elastic member (137) abuts against the mounting base (1362).

9. The cooking utensil (100) according to claim 8, characterized in that, The fastener (136) further includes a support cylinder (1363), which connects the mounting base (1362) and the base (1361). Along the thickness direction (X) of the panel (120), the support cylinder (1363) is arranged opposite to the telescopic member (131). The support cylinder (1363) is provided with a first groove (1363a) and a second groove (1363b) that are radially opposite to each other along the support cylinder (1363). The first groove (1363a) allows a portion of the first trigger (132) to pass through, and the portion of the first trigger (132) is located inside the support cylinder (1363). The second groove (1363b) allows a portion of the second trigger (133) to pass through, and the portion of the second trigger (133) is located inside the support cylinder (1363). When the first end (131a) is retracted into the panel (120), the second end (131b) of the telescopic member (131) is located inside the support cylinder (1363), and the second end (131b) is electrically connected to the first trigger member (132) and the second trigger member (133).

10. The cooking utensil (100) according to claim 9, characterized in that, The detection mechanism (130) also includes a sleeve (138), which is sleeved on the outside of part of the mounting base (1362), and the second end (131b) can pass through the mounting base (1362) and enter the support cylinder (1363); Along the thickness direction (X) of the panel (120), one end of the sleeve (138) abuts against the panel (120), and the other end of the sleeve (138) abuts against the mounting base (1362). The first end (131a) of the telescopic member (131) extends out of the end of the sleeve (138) that abuts against the panel (120).

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