An automatic feeding mechanism

Abstract

The utility model discloses an automatic feeding mechanism relates to the technical field of food processor, including cup cover, open and close spare and torsion spring, the cup cover is equipped with storage bin, the storage bin is equipped with storage cavity, the bottom of storage bin is equipped with the blanking port, the blanking port is linked with the storage cavity, the open and close spare includes the open and close board and the stressed board of interconnection, the open and close board rotatory installation is in the bottom of storage bin, and can open or close blanking port in the rotating process, the stressed board is used for driving open and close board to rotate under external force, the torsion spring is located between storage bin and open and close spare, and the both ends of torsion spring are connected with storage bin and open and close spare respectively. The utility model discloses automatic feeding mechanism is driven to open the blanking port automatic material falling by the rotating fluid of stirring formation after the start of food processor, avoids the health risk of breeding bacteria when food is soaked in water for a long time when using food processor in the timing.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of food processor technology, and in particular to an automatic feeding mechanism. Background Technology

[0002] Food processors commonly include soy milk makers, juicers, and baby food makers, which are household appliances used to make soy milk, juice, jam, baby food, etc.

[0003] Especially in soy milk makers with timer functions, ingredients and water are added and the timer is set to the desired processing time. Once the set time is reached, the soy milk maker starts processing. However, during this process, the ingredients are soaked in water for a long time. This prolonged soaking time, especially in the high temperatures of summer, can easily lead to bacterial growth. In order to adapt to the timer function of soy milk makers and avoid prolonged soaking of ingredients in water, it is necessary to invent an automatic feeding mechanism to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide an automatic feeding mechanism to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an automatic feeding mechanism, comprising:

[0006] The cup lid is provided with a storage compartment, the storage compartment has a storage cavity, and the bottom of the storage compartment has a discharge port, which is connected to the storage cavity;

[0007] An opening and closing component, comprising an opening and closing plate and a force-bearing plate connected to each other, wherein the opening and closing plate is rotatably mounted on the bottom of the storage bin and can open or close the discharge port during rotation, and the force-bearing plate is used to drive the opening and closing plate to rotate under the action of external force;

[0008] A torsion spring is provided between the storage bin and the opening / closing component. The two ends of the torsion spring are connected to the storage bin and the opening / closing component respectively, and the opening / closing plate is kept closed by the force of the torsion spring to keep the discharge port closed.

[0009] Optionally, the bottom of the storage silo is provided with a bottom plate, and the discharge port is opened on the bottom plate.

[0010] Optionally, the base plate includes a horizontal plate and an inclined plate. In the horizontal direction, the horizontal plate is located at the lower end of the inclined plate, and the discharge port is opened on the horizontal plate.

[0011] Optionally, a connecting seat is provided at the bottom center of the base plate. The connecting seat includes a wide connecting post and a narrow connecting post. The narrow connecting post extends downward from the bottom center of the wide connecting post, and a bolt is threaded inward at the bottom end of the narrow connecting post.

[0012] Optionally, it also includes a bushing, wherein the force-bearing plate is connected to the bottom of the opening and closing plate, the opening and closing plate is connected to the bushing, the bushing is sleeved on the outside of the narrow connecting column and is limited and supported by bolts, and gaps are left between the inner side of the bushing and the narrow connecting column, and between the upper part of the bushing and the wide connecting column.

[0013] Optionally, the torsion spring is sleeved outside the narrow connecting post and located in the gap between the upper part of the bushing and the wide connecting post, with both ends of the torsion spring connected to the wide connecting post and the bushing, respectively.

[0014] Optionally, both the wide connecting post and the bushing are provided with insertion holes for insertion of the torsion spring end.

[0015] Optionally, the two ends of the torsion spring are respectively inserted into two sockets and bent into the interior of the wide connecting post and the bushing.

[0016] Optionally, the top of the storage bin is open and communicates with the storage chamber, and the top of the cup lid is open and communicates with the top opening of the storage bin.

[0017] Optionally, a sealing cap is inserted into the top opening of the cup lid, and the sealing cap has a steam hole that communicates with the storage chamber of the storage bin.

[0018] The technical effects and advantages of this utility model are as follows:

[0019] 1. The force plate of the automatic feeding mechanism of this utility model is located inside the food processor cup. The rotating fluid generated by the food processor impacts and pushes the force plate, causing the opening and closing plate to rotate and open the feeding port, thereby allowing the food temporarily stored in the storage bin to be discharged. The food is temporarily stored in the storage bin and is automatically discharged after the food processor is started. This avoids the health risk of bacteria growth caused by food being soaked in water for a long time when the food processor is used on a timed basis. Furthermore, the driving source of the automatic feeding mechanism is the rotating fluid inside the food processor, which reduces the production cost of the automatic feeding mechanism.

[0020] 2. The automatic feeding mechanism of this utility model is also equipped with a torsion spring acting on the opening and closing plate. Without external force, the force of the torsion spring controls the opening and closing plate to reset and seal the feeding port, realizing the automatic sealing of the feeding port after feeding. Moreover, the torsion spring ensures the stability of the opening and closing plate sealing the feeding port, and avoids shaking or collision during the installation of the automatic feeding mechanism, which would cause the opening and closing plate to rotate and open the feeding port. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the automatic feeding mechanism of this utility model from one perspective.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the automatic feeding mechanism of this utility model from another perspective.

[0023] Figure 3This is a cross-sectional view of the automatic feeding mechanism according to Embodiment 1 of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the automatic feeding mechanism according to Embodiment 2 of this utility model.

[0025] Figure 5 This utility model Figure 3 A magnified schematic diagram of the structure at point A in the middle.

[0026] Figure 6 This utility model Figure 4 A magnified schematic diagram of the structure at point B in the middle.

[0027] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the torsion spring structure in Embodiment 1 of this utility model.

[0028] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the torsion spring structure in Embodiment 2 of this utility model.

[0029] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the disassembled structure of the food processor of this utility model.

[0030] Figure 10 This is a cross-sectional view of the food processor of this utility model.

[0031] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the axonal structure of the automatic feeding mechanism of this utility model.

[0032] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the sealing cap structure of this utility model.

[0033] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the storage silo structure from one perspective in Embodiment 3 of this utility model.

[0034] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of the storage silo from another perspective in Embodiment 3 of this utility model.

[0035] In the diagram: 1. Cup lid; 2. Storage bin; 3. Discharge port; 4. Opening plate; 5. Force plate; 6. Torsion spring; 7. Base plate; 701. Horizontal plate; 702. Inclined plate; 8. Connecting seat; 9. Bolt; 10. Bushing; 11. Insertion hole; 12. First limiting plate; 13. First sealing ring; 14. Sealing cover; 15. Second limiting plate; 16. Second sealing ring; 17. Steam hole; 18. Blender body; 19. Main unit; 20. Blender cup; 21. Soundproof cover; 22. Socket; 23. Extension plate. Detailed Implementation

[0036] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0037] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0038] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," "link," and "fix" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection or a detachable connection; a mechanical connection; a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0039] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0040] Example 1:

[0041] like Figure 1-3As shown in Figure 5, this utility model discloses an automatic feeding mechanism, including a cup lid 1, an opening and closing component, and a torsion spring 6. The cup lid 1 has a storage bin 2, which has a storage cavity. The bottom of the storage bin 2 has a discharge port 3, which communicates with the storage cavity. The opening and closing component includes an opening and closing plate 4 and a force-bearing plate 5 connected to each other. The opening and closing plate 4 is rotatably mounted on the bottom of the storage bin 2 and can open or close the discharge port 3 during rotation. The force-bearing plate 5 is used to drive the opening and closing plate 4 to rotate under the action of external force. The torsion spring 6 is located between the storage bin 2 and the opening and closing component. The two ends of the torsion spring 6 are respectively connected to the storage bin 2 and the opening and closing component, and the force of the torsion spring 6 keeps the opening and closing plate 4 closed and the discharge port 3 closed.

[0042] It should be noted that the above-mentioned automatic feeding mechanism can be applied to food processors such as soy milk makers and baby food makers, so that the food processor can automatically feed the ingredients after starting the food processor, thus avoiding the health risk of food being soaked in water for a long time when the food processor is used on a timer, which may lead to the growth of bacteria.

[0043] When using, put the pre-processed food into the storage chamber of storage compartment 2, then install the cup lid 1 on the top of the food processor and extend the force plate 5 at the bottom of storage compartment 2 into the inside of the food processor. Of course, you can also install the cup lid 1 on the top of the food processor first and then put the pre-processed food into the storage chamber of storage compartment 2.

[0044] It should be noted that under the force of the torsion spring 6, the opening and closing plate 4 is located at the lower part of the feeding port 3 and keeps the feeding port 3 sealed. There is no need to manually rotate the opening and closing plate 4 to close the feeding port 3. Furthermore, when loading food or installing the cup lid 1, the technical problem of food falling out due to easy opening and closing caused by rotating the opening and closing plate 4 is avoided.

[0045] After that, when the food processor is started, the stirring mechanism inside the food processor agitates the materials inside the food processor, such as water. During the agitation process, a rotating fluid is formed. When the rotating fluid comes into contact with the force plate 5, it exerts an impact force on the force plate 5. The rotating impact force drives the opening and closing plate 4 to rotate to open the feeding port 3 sealed by the opening and closing plate 4, so that the food in the storage chamber of the storage bin 2 can be fed into the food processor.

[0046] In addition, after the blending mechanism of the food processor stops stirring, the fluid inside the food processor stops rotating, releasing the impact force on the force plate 5. Under the action of the torsion spring 6, the opening and closing plate 4 is forced to rotate and close the feed port 3, realizing the automatic reset of the feed port 3.

[0047] Furthermore, such as Figure 2 and 3 As shown, the bottom of the storage bin 2 is provided with a bottom plate 7, which includes a horizontal plate 701 and an inclined plate 702. In the horizontal direction, the horizontal plate 701 is located at the lower end of the inclined plate 702, and the discharge port 3 is opened on the horizontal plate 701.

[0048] Food placed in storage bin 2 accumulates on bottom plate 7 under the action of gravity. Bottom plate 7 includes inclined plate 702. When the discharge port 3 is opened, food on horizontal plate 701 falls first. Under the inclined guidance of inclined plate 702, food moves to the lower end of inclined plate 702 and moves to horizontal plate 701 at the lower end of inclined plate 702 and falls from the discharge port 3, thereby increasing the food discharge rate in storage bin 2 and avoiding incomplete discharge.

[0049] The discharge port 3 is located on the horizontal plate 701, and the horizontal plate 701 is located at the lower end of the inclined plate 702. This ensures that the gap between the opening and closing plate 4 and the horizontal plate 701 is uniform when the opening and closing plate 4 rotates, which provides a good seal for the discharge port 3 and prevents food from falling through the gap between the opening and closing plate 4 and the bottom plate 7.

[0050] Furthermore, such as Figure 5 As shown, a connecting seat 8 is provided at the bottom center of the base plate 7. The connecting seat 8 includes a wide connecting post and a narrow connecting post. The narrow connecting post extends downward from the bottom center of the wide connecting post, and a bolt 9 is threaded inward at the bottom end of the narrow connecting post.

[0051] The connecting seat 8 is connected to the bottom of the inclined plate 702, and the bottom horizontal height of the wide connecting column is consistent with the bottom horizontal height of the horizontal plate 701 to avoid affecting the rotation of the opening and closing plate 4. The bolt 9 includes a screw part and a nut part. The screw part is threaded with the narrow connecting column, and the nut part is used to support the opening and closing parts.

[0052] Furthermore, such as Figure 2 and 5 As shown, it also includes a bushing 10, a force-bearing plate 5 connected to the bottom of the opening and closing plate 4, the opening and closing plate 4 connected to the bushing 10, or the force-bearing plate 5 connected to the bushing 10, or both the force-bearing plate 5 and the opening and closing plate 4 connected to the bushing 10, the bushing 10 is fitted on the outside of the narrow connecting column and is limited and supported by bolts 9, and gaps are left between the inner side of the bushing 10 and the narrow connecting column, and between the upper part of the bushing 10 and the wide connecting column.

[0053] During installation, first place the bushing 10 on the outside of the narrow connecting column, then turn the knob bolt 9. The diameter of the nut part of the bolt 9 is larger than the inner diameter of the bushing 10, and the nut part of the bolt 9 provides support for the bushing 10.

[0054] There are gaps between the inner side of the bushing 10 and the narrow connecting column, and between the upper part of the bushing 10 and the wide connecting column. The inner diameter of the bushing 10 is greater than the outer diameter of the narrow connecting column, so that there is a gap between the two. After the bushing 10 is limited and supported by the bolt 9, there is a gap between the bushing 10 and the wide connecting column, which reduces the friction force that exists when the bushing 10 rotates, and thus reduces the friction force that exists when the opening and closing plate 4 rotates.

[0055] Furthermore, such as Figure 5As shown, the torsion spring 6 is sleeved outside the narrow connecting post and located in the gap between the upper part of the bushing 10 and the wide connecting post. The two ends of the torsion spring 6 are connected to the wide connecting post and the bushing 10, respectively.

[0056] In some embodiments, such as Figure 5 and 7 As shown, the helix of the torsion spring 6 is distributed along its axial direction, and the upper part of the bushing 10 is provided with a groove to accommodate the helical part of the torsion spring 6.

[0057] Furthermore, both the wide connecting post and the bushing 10 are provided with insertion holes 11 for insertion of the ends of the torsion spring 6, so that the two ends of the torsion spring 6 are respectively connected to the wide connecting post and the bushing 10.

[0058] In some embodiments, such as Figure 5 As shown, the two ends of the torsion spring 6 are respectively inserted into the two insertion holes 11 and bent into the interior of the wide connecting post and the bushing 10, which improves the stability of the connection at the end of the torsion spring 6. The secondary bend at the end of the torsion spring 6 is used for connection, which reduces the risk of the end of the torsion spring 6 breaking and improves its service life.

[0059] Furthermore, such as Figure 1 and 3 As shown, the top of the storage bin 2 is open and connected to the storage cavity, and the top of the cup lid 1 is open and connected to the top opening of the storage bin 2.

[0060] When feeding, the top opening of the cup lid 1 is the input port. Food can be directly put into the storage chamber of the storage bin 2 through the top opening of the cup lid 1, making the operation convenient and quick.

[0061] Furthermore, such as Figure 9 and 12 As shown, a sealing cap 14 is inserted into the top opening of the cup lid 1, and a steam hole 17 is provided on the sealing cap 14 to communicate with the storage chamber of the storage bin 2.

[0062] After the food is fed into the storage chamber of the storage compartment 2, the sealing cap 14 is inserted into the top opening of the cup lid 1 to seal the top opening of the cup lid 1, so that a closed processing environment is formed inside the food processor, and the steam hole 17 is used by food processors with heating functions such as soy milk makers to release steam pressure.

[0063] like Figure 9 and 10 As shown, the food processor described above includes at least a food processor body 18, which includes at least a main unit 19 and a food processor cup 20. The food processor cup 20 is located on the upper part of the main unit 19, and the top of the food processor cup 20 is open. An automatic feeding mechanism is installed at the top opening of the food processor cup 20 to automatically feed food into the food processor cup 20.

[0064] like Figure 11As shown, the side wall of the cup lid 1 is provided with a first limiting plate 12 for limiting the installation of the cup lid 1. The side wall of the cup lid 1 is also provided with a first sealing ring 13, which is located at the lower part of the first limiting plate 12 and is used to improve the sealing performance of the side wall of the cup lid 1.

[0065] like Figure 12 As shown, the side wall of the sealing cover 14 is provided with a second limiting plate 15 for limiting the installation of the sealing cover 14. The side wall of the sealing cover 14 is also provided with a second sealing ring 16, which is located below the second limiting plate 15 and is used to improve the sealing performance of the side wall of the sealing cover 14.

[0066] like Figure 9 and 10 As shown, it also includes a soundproof cover 21, which is used to cover the outside of the cooking cup 20 to reduce noise. The soundproof cover 21 is detachable and can be installed by plugging in. The side wall of the soundproof cover 21 has a plug 22 from the bottom upward. The plug 22 is adapted to the handle on the side of the cooking cup 20 to ensure the plug-in installation of the soundproof cover 21.

[0067] Based on the above structure, such as Figure 9 As shown, the installation process of the food processor is as follows: the cup lid 1 is inserted into the top opening of the food processor cup 20, the soundproof cover 21 is vertically inserted to cover the outside of the food processor cup 20, the sealing cover 14 passes through the soundproof cover 21 and is inserted into the top opening of the cup lid 1, and the lower part of the second limiting plate 15 is in contact with the soundproof cover 21.

[0068] The second limiting plate 15 not only limits the installation of the sealing cover 14, but also fixes the soundproof cover 21.

[0069] Example 2:

[0070] According to the content described in Embodiment 1, as follows Figure 6 and 8 As shown, the helix of the torsion spring 6 is distributed radially, and the helical portion of the torsion spring 6 is located directly in the gap between the bushing 10 and the wide connecting post.

[0071] In some embodiments, the two ends of the torsion spring 6 are respectively inserted into the two sockets 11 and bent into the interior of the wide connecting post and the bushing 10, which improves the stability of the connection at the end of the torsion spring 6. The secondary bend at the end of the torsion spring 6 is used for connection, which reduces the risk of the end of the torsion spring 6 breaking and improves its service life.

[0072] Example 3:

[0073] According to the content described in Embodiment 1, as follows Figure 13 and 14As shown, the bottom of the storage bin 2 is provided with a bottom plate 7, which has a conical structure. Specifically, it can be a conical peak structure composed of two inclined plates. The bottom of the storage bin 2 has two discharge ports 3, which correspond to the middle of the two inclined plates and pass through the two inclined plates to communicate with the storage cavity of the storage bin 2. The outer side of the bushing 10 is connected to two opening and closing plates 4, which are used to close or open the two discharge ports 3.

[0074] Specifically, an extension plate 23 is provided between the edge of the discharge port 3 and the inclined plate of the bottom plate 7 to ensure that the opening and closing plate 4 can close the discharge port 3 and prevent food in the storage cavity from falling out of the gap between the bottom plate 7 and the discharge port 3.

[0075] The bottom plate 7 adopts a conical structure and is equipped with two discharge ports 3 to improve the discharge efficiency of food in the storage cavity when the discharge ports 3 are opened.

[0076] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An automatic feeding mechanism, characterized in that, include: The cup lid is provided with a storage compartment, the storage compartment has a storage cavity, and the bottom of the storage compartment has a discharge port, which is connected to the storage cavity; An opening and closing component, comprising an opening and closing plate and a force-bearing plate connected to each other, wherein the opening and closing plate is rotatably mounted on the bottom of the storage bin and can open or close the discharge port during rotation, and the force-bearing plate is used to drive the opening and closing plate to rotate under the action of external force; A torsion spring is provided between the storage bin and the opening / closing component. The two ends of the torsion spring are connected to the storage bin and the opening / closing component respectively, and the opening / closing plate is kept closed by the force of the torsion spring to keep the discharge port closed.

2. The automatic feeding mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the storage silo is provided with a base plate, and the discharge port is opened on the base plate.

3. The automatic feeding mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: The base plate includes a horizontal plate and an inclined plate. In the horizontal direction, the horizontal plate is located at the lower end of the inclined plate, and the discharge port is opened on the horizontal plate.

4. The automatic feeding mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that: The bottom center of the base plate is provided with a connecting seat, which includes a wide connecting column and a narrow connecting column. The narrow connecting column extends downward from the bottom center of the wide connecting column, and a bolt is threaded inward at the bottom end of the narrow connecting column.

5. An automatic feeding mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that: It also includes a bushing, the force-bearing plate is connected to the bottom of the opening and closing plate, the opening and closing plate is connected to the bushing, the bushing is sleeved on the outside of the narrow connecting column and is limited and supported by bolts, and there are gaps between the inner side of the bushing and the narrow connecting column, and between the upper part of the bushing and the wide connecting column.

6. An automatic feeding mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that: The torsion spring is sleeved outside the narrow connecting post and located in the gap between the upper part of the bushing and the wide connecting post. The two ends of the torsion spring are respectively connected to the wide connecting post and the bushing.

7. An automatic feeding mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that: Both the wide connecting post and the bushing have insertion holes for inserting the end of the torsion spring.

8. An automatic feeding mechanism according to claim 7, characterized in that: The two ends of the torsion spring are respectively inserted into two sockets and bent to embed into the inside of the wide connecting post and the bushing.

9. An automatic feeding mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the storage bin is open and communicates with the storage chamber, and the top of the cup lid is open and communicates with the top opening of the storage bin.

10. An automatic feeding mechanism according to claim 9, characterized in that: A sealing cap is inserted into the top opening of the cup lid, and a steam hole communicating with the storage chamber of the storage bin is provided on the sealing cap.

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