A food processor

Abstract

The application discloses a food processor, which comprises a glass cup body and a handle assembly, the upper end of the handle assembly is fixedly connected with the glass cup body, the outer side wall of the glass cup body is provided with an outwardly extending thickened portion, the thickened portion is outwardly provided with a mounting portion, the handle assembly is provided with a mounting groove matched with the mounting portion, and the thickened portion is at least partially abutted against the inner side wall of the handle assembly on both sides in the circumferential direction of the glass cup body to form circumferential limiting of the handle assembly. The thickened portion is additionally arranged at the connection between the glass cup body and the mounting portion, which can improve the structural strength of the glass cup body and the mounting portion, avoids structural cracking and damage, and can improve the mounting firmness of the handle assembly, and improve the use stability and reliability of the handle assembly.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of kitchen appliances, specifically to a food processing machine. Background Technology

[0002] In food processors with detachable cups, such as blenders and soy milk makers, handles are typically provided on the side walls of the cup for easy handling. Common glass cups often have an integrated glass handle, which facilitates cup manufacturing and reduces assembly. However, the glass handle adds weight to the cup, making it harder for users to lift and negatively impacting the user experience.

[0003] To achieve a lightweight cup, some food processors have eliminated the glass handle and adopted an independent handle assembly fixed to the cup body. For example, the food processor disclosed in patent number CN211985154U has a locking component on the handle assembly and a hook on the outer wall of the cup body. The locking component and the hook cooperate to fix the handle assembly to the outer wall of the cup body.

[0004] The aforementioned patented product is a prior application of the applicant. The applicant discovered that, during use, the complex structure of the handle assembly of such products led to inconvenient assembly and low efficiency. To solve this problem, the applicant designed a first handle part and a second handle part, with a horizontal interlocking mechanism between the two parts, forming an internal mounting groove that matches the hook, thereby improving the ease of handle installation. However, during use, it was found that the fit between the handle and the hook was unreliable. For example, when the user grips the handle, it tends to wobble from side to side, causing uneven external force on the hook on the cup body. Furthermore, due to the lightweight design and thin sidewalls of the cup body, cracks or even ruptures easily appear in the hook area of ​​the cup body after prolonged use. To address these issues, the applicant proposed an improvement plan. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application provides a food processing machine that aims to solve the technical problems in the prior art, such as poor handle installation structure and cup body strength, which leads to easy breakage of the installation structure, easy cracking of the cup body, and unreliable handle installation.

[0006] The technical solution adopted in this application is as follows:

[0007] A food processing machine includes a glass cup body and a handle assembly. The upper end of the handle assembly is fixedly connected to the glass cup body. A thickened portion extending outward is provided on the outer side wall of the glass cup body. A mounting portion protrudes outward from the thickened portion. The handle assembly is provided with a mounting groove that engages with the mounting portion. The thickened portion at least partially abuts against the inner side wall of the handle assembly on both sides along the circumference of the glass cup body to form a circumferential limit on the handle assembly.

[0008] In this technical solution, by adding a thickened section at the connection between the glass body and the mounting part, the strength of the glass body in the handle mounting area is improved, preventing stress cracking damage. The structural strength of the mounting part is also enhanced, improving the reliability of the handle mounting and preventing breakage, thus extending the glass body's lifespan. Furthermore, the thickened section's two sides at least partially abut against the inner wall of the handle assembly, increasing the handle's mounting firmness. This prevents uneven external forces on the mounting part caused by lateral movement of the handle assembly during use, avoiding cracks in the glass body's sidewall at the mounting part. It also improves the user's grip experience and enhances the stability and reliability of the handle assembly. The thickened section is only formed in the handle mounting area, increasing the glass body's strength while using less material and reducing cost, without affecting the overall lightweight design of the glass body, further contributing to its extended lifespan.

[0009] Optionally, the projection of the mounting portion onto the side wall of the glass body falls at least partially within the area defined by the thickened portion.

[0010] In this technical solution, the area defined by the thickened part at least covers the height and width range of the mounting part, which can ensure that the overall structural strength of the mounting part is uniformly improved, avoid the fracture caused by local strength difference in the mounting part, or the cracking caused by the corresponding cup body strength difference in the mounting part, thereby improving the overall structural strength of the cup body and the mounting part and extending the service life of the structure.

[0011] Optionally, the area defined by the thickened portion is inverted trapezoidal.

[0012] In this technical solution, while ensuring the uniform improvement of the overall structural strength of the installation part, the area defined by the thickened part is wider at the top and narrower at the bottom, which can save processing materials and promote the lightweighting of the cup body. Moreover, the upper side of the thickened part is wider, and when the upper side of the thickened part extends to the cup mouth, it can improve the structural strength near the cup mouth, reduce the risk of cracking near the cup mouth, and thus ensure the service life of the cup body.

[0013] Optionally, the thickness of the thickened portion increases first and then decreases from top to bottom along the axial direction of the glass body.

[0014] In this technical solution, the thickened part adopts a design that is thicker in the middle and thinner at the top and bottom, which ensures the strength of the cup body and the installation part, while also saving materials and reducing the weight of the cup body, thereby reducing the burden on users when carrying the cup.

[0015] Optionally, the maximum thickness of the thickened portion is 1-2 times the thickness of the glass body wall.

[0016] In this technical solution, by limiting the maximum thickness of the thickened part, the structural strength of the cup body in the handle mounting area can be guaranteed, avoiding stress cracking of the cup body caused by frequent lifting of the cup during long-term use. At the same time, it can improve the strength of the mounting part corresponding to the thickened part, prevent the mounting part from breaking and being damaged, and improve the firmness of the handle mounting.

[0017] Optionally, the upper end of the thickened portion extends to the rim of the glass.

[0018] In this technical solution, by extending the upper end of the thickened part to the mouth of the glass, the risk of cracking can be reduced by expanding the range of the thickened part to the mouth of the glass, since the mouth of the glass is located at the end and has a high risk of cracking. This ensures the service life of the glass.

[0019] Optionally, the thickened portion is smoothly connected to the outer wall of the glass body, and the thickened portion is smoothly connected to the mounting portion.

[0020] In this technical solution, by making the adjacent structures smoothly connected, on the one hand, molding defects can be reduced and the product appearance can be guaranteed. On the other hand, stress concentration can be avoided, which is conducive to the uniform distribution of force applied to the mounting part and the cup body, thereby reducing the risk of stress cracking of the cup body.

[0021] Optionally, the upper surface of the mounting portion is inclined downward from the thickened portion in a direction away from the thickened portion, and the lower surface of the mounting portion is inclined upward from the thickened portion in a direction away from the thickened portion.

[0022] In this technical solution, the overall thickness of the mounting part gradually decreases from the thickened part to the direction away from the thickened part. While ensuring the firmness of the handle installation, it can save processing materials and promote the overall lightweighting of the cup body.

[0023] Optionally, both end faces of the upper part of the mounting part are inclined outward from top to bottom, and both end faces of the lower part of the mounting part are inclined inward from top to bottom.

[0024] In this technical solution, the two ends of the mounting part are designed with an inclination. With the maximum length of the mounting part remaining unchanged, the inclination design at both ends helps to shorten the length of the upper and lower surfaces of the mounting part. Without affecting the installation effect of the handle, it can save processing materials and promote the overall lightweighting of the cup body. Moreover, when the inclined surfaces at both ends of the mounting part are installed in conjunction with the inside of the handle assembly, the contact area can be increased. With the cooperation of the inclination angle, the limiting effect between the mounting part and the handle mounting groove can be improved, further reducing the risk of handle shaking and improving the user experience.

[0025] Optionally, the handle assembly includes a first handle shell and a second handle shell joined together from left to right. The mounting groove includes a first half-groove on the first handle shell and a second half-groove on the second handle shell. The first half-groove and the second half-groove are respectively engaged with the two ends of the mounting part. A locking member and a mounting post are also provided between the first handle shell and the second handle shell. The locking member and the mounting post are inserted and engaged to fix the first handle shell and the second handle shell to the mounting part.

[0026] In this technical solution, a left-right splicing handle shell assembly structure is adopted, which facilitates fastening and installation from both sides of the mounting part. The installation is simple and efficient. The two semi-grooves on the two handle shells clamp the mounting part from both ends, ensuring that both ends of the mounting part are well limited, thereby preventing the handle from wobbling or shifting during use. Furthermore, the locking structure locks the two handle shells together, ensuring the installation firmness of the handle assembly and improving the reliability of use. Attached Figure Description

[0027] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of this application and form part of this application, illustrate exemplary embodiments and are used to explain this application, but do not constitute an undue limitation of this application. In the drawings:

[0028] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the glass body and handle assembly according to one embodiment of this application.

[0029] Figure 2 This is a front view schematic diagram of the structure of the area where the thickened part and the mounting part are located according to one embodiment of this application.

[0030] Figure 3 This is a top view of a glass body according to one embodiment of this application.

[0031] Figure 4 This is a side view of the structure of the area where the thickened part and the mounting part are located according to one embodiment of this application.

[0032] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the handle assembly according to one embodiment of this application.

[0033] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the structure of one of the handle shells in the handle assembly.

[0034] Figure label:

[0035] 10. Glass body; 101. Mouth; 11. Handle assembly; 110. Inner wall; 111. First handle housing; 112. Second handle housing; 113. First half-groove; 114. Locking element; 115. Mounting post; 116. Insertion groove; 12. Thickened part; 121. Abutment position; 13. Mounting part; 14. Cup base. Detailed Implementation

[0036] To more clearly illustrate the overall concept of this application, a detailed explanation is provided below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0037] Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a thorough understanding of this application. However, this application may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments of this application and the features thereof can be combined with each other.

[0038] Furthermore, it should be understood in the description of this application that the terms "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0039] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a communication connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to 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 this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0040] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the "above" or "below" of the second feature can mean that the first and second features are in direct contact, or that the first and second features are in indirect contact through an intermediate medium. In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "an embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described can be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0041] like Figures 1 to 6 As shown, this application provides a food processing machine, including a glass cup body 10 and a handle assembly 11. The upper end of the handle assembly 11 is fixedly connected to the glass cup body 10. A thickened portion 12 extending outward is provided on the outer side wall of the glass cup body 10. A mounting portion 13 protrudes outward on the thickened portion 12. The handle assembly 11 is provided with a mounting groove that engages with the mounting portion 13. The thickened portion 12 at least partially abuts against the inner side wall 110 of the handle assembly 11 on both sides of the glass cup body 10 in the circumferential direction to form a circumferential limit on the handle assembly 11.

[0042] The food processing machine of this application, by adding a thickened portion 12 at the connection between the glass cup body 10 and the mounting part 13, can improve the strength of the glass cup body 10 in the handle mounting area, preventing stress cracking damage to the cup body, and enhance the structural strength of the mounting part 13, improving the reliability of the handle mounting and preventing breakage damage to the mounting part 13, thereby extending the service life of the glass cup body 10. On the other hand, the two sides of the thickened portion 12 at least partially abut against the inner sidewall 110 of the handle assembly 11, thereby improving the handle mounting firmness, preventing the handle assembly 11 from shifting left and right during use and causing uneven external force on the mounting part 13, preventing cracks in the sidewall of the cup body located at the mounting part 13, and improving the user's grip experience, as well as the stability and reliability of the handle assembly 11. The thickened portion 12 is formed only in the handle mounting area, improving the strength of the cup body while using less material and having a lower cost, without affecting the overall lightweight of the cup body, and thus contributing to extending the service life of the cup body.

[0043] Specifically, the glass cup body 10 eliminates the integrated glass handle structure. Instead, a handle assembly 11 is fixed to the glass cup body 10 to meet the user's needs for picking up and putting down the cup. The handle assembly 11 can be made of plastic, making the overall structure of the glass cup body 10 and the handle assembly 11 lighter, reducing the burden on the user when carrying the cup and improving the user experience. Figure 1As shown, a cup base 14 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the glass cup body 10, the upper end of the handle assembly 11 is fixedly connected to the glass cup body 10, and the lower end of the handle assembly 11 is fixedly connected to the cup base 14. This not only ensures the overall installation firmness of the handle assembly 11, but also helps to strengthen the fit between the glass cup body 10 and the cup base 14, making the cup assembly compact and firmly connected, and improving the overall performance of the cup assembly.

[0044] The thickened portion 12 and the mounting portion 13 are integrally formed during the cup body manufacturing process, eliminating the need for additional processing steps and structural configurations. This improves cup body performance and handle mounting effectiveness while maintaining a simple process and structure without increasing costs. In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 and Figure 6 As shown, both sides of the thickened portion 12 have abutment positions 121, which can abut against the inner sidewall 110 of the handle assembly 11 at the corresponding position. Figure 6 The inner wall 110 of the first handle housing 111 is shown, and the inner wall 110 of the second handle housing 112 is arranged approximately opposite to the inner wall 110 of the first handle housing 111. This abuts against the handle assembly 11, restricting its displacement and shaking in the circumferential direction of the cup body. The handle assembly 11 is not easily loosened, ensuring its stability and reliability in use. Figure 3 As shown, the mounting part 13 protrudes in a T-shape, which facilitates nesting with the mounting slot and reduces the installation difficulty of the handle assembly 11.

[0045] It should be noted that, in one embodiment, the thickened portion 12 is a thickened area that protrudes outward and extends on the outer side wall of the glass cup body 10, and the mounting portion 13 is formed by protruding outward on the thickened portion 12; in another embodiment, the thickened portion 12 may also be formed by thickening and rounding the corners or arcs of the mounting portion 13 near the root of the outer side wall of the glass cup body 10. That is to say, the formation method of the thickened portion 12 is not specifically limited.

[0046] In a preferred embodiment of this application, the projection of the mounting portion 13 onto the side wall of the glass body 10 at least partially falls within the area defined by the thickened portion 12.

[0047] In this embodiment, the area defined by the thickened portion 12 covers the height and width range of the mounting portion 13, which can ensure that the overall structural strength of the mounting portion 13 is uniformly improved, avoid the fracture caused by local strength difference of the mounting portion 13, or the cracking caused by the corresponding cup body strength difference of the mounting portion 13, thereby improving the overall structural strength of the cup body and the mounting portion 13 and extending the service life of the structure.

[0048] The projection of the mounting part 13 onto the side wall of the glass body 10 is, for example, roughly rectangular. The area defined by the thickened part 12 (i.e., the projection of the thickened part 12 onto the side wall of the glass body 10) can be roughly rectangular, trapezoidal, or other polygonal, as long as it covers the projection of the mounting part 13.

[0049] In one embodiment, the area defined by the thickened portion 12 is inverted trapezoidal.

[0050] like Figure 2 As shown, in this embodiment, under the premise of ensuring uniform improvement of the overall structural strength of the mounting part 13, the area defined by the thickened part 12 is wider at the top and narrower at the bottom, which can save processing materials and promote the lightweighting of the cup body. Moreover, the upper side of the thickened part 12 is wider. When the upper side of the thickened part 12 extends to the cup mouth 101, it can improve the structural strength near the cup mouth 101, reduce the risk of cracking near the cup mouth 101, and thus ensure the service life of the cup body.

[0051] Preferably, the mounting part 13 is positioned in the middle of the height range defined by the thickened part 12, so as to ensure the strength of both the upper and lower cup bodies of the mounting part 13, reduce the risk of cup body cracking, and extend the service life of the cup body.

[0052] In a preferred embodiment of this application, the thickness of the thickened portion 12 increases first and then decreases along the axial direction of the glass body 10 from top to bottom.

[0053] In this embodiment, the thickened part 12 adopts a design that is thicker in the middle and thinner at the top and bottom, which ensures the strength of the cup body and the strength of the mounting part 13, while also saving materials and reducing the weight of the cup body, thereby reducing the burden on the user when carrying the cup.

[0054] In one embodiment, the maximum thickness of the thickened portion 12 is 1-2 times the wall thickness of the glass body 10.

[0055] like Figure 4 As shown, in this embodiment, the thickness of the thickened part 12 is the largest in the middle, and this thickness is d. By setting the thickness d to 1-2 times the wall thickness of the glass cup body 10, the structural strength of the cup body in the handle mounting area can be guaranteed, avoiding stress cracking of the cup body caused by frequent lifting of the cup by the user during long-term use. At the same time, the strength of the mounting part 13 corresponding to the thickened part 12 can be improved, avoiding breakage and damage of the mounting part 13, and improving the firmness of the handle mounting.

[0056] In a preferred embodiment of this application, the upper end of the thickened portion 12 extends to the mouth 101 of the glass body 10.

[0057] In this embodiment, by extending the upper end of the thickened portion 12 to the mouth 101 of the glass cup body 10, since the mouth 101 is located at the end and has a high risk of cracking, by expanding the range of the thickened portion 12 to the mouth 101, the risk of cracking near the mouth 101 can be reduced, thus ensuring the service life of the cup body.

[0058] In a preferred embodiment of this application, the thickened portion 12 is smoothly connected to the outer wall of the glass body 10, and the thickened portion 12 is smoothly connected to the mounting portion 13.

[0059] In this embodiment, by making the adjacent structures smoothly connected, molding defects can be reduced and the product's appearance can be ensured. On the other hand, stress concentration can be avoided, which is conducive to the even distribution of force applied to the mounting part 13 and the cup body, thereby reducing the risk of stress cracking of the cup body. Smooth connection refers to the connection between adjacent structures through rounded corners, which can reduce the generation of stress and make the appearance more rounded and smooth, resulting in a better visual experience.

[0060] In a preferred embodiment of this application, the upper surface of the mounting portion 13 is inclined downward from the thickened portion 12 in a direction away from the thickened portion 12, and the lower surface of the mounting portion 13 is inclined upward from the thickened portion 12 in a direction away from the thickened portion 12.

[0061] In this embodiment, the overall thickness of the mounting portion 13 gradually decreases from the thickened portion 12 toward the direction away from the thickened portion 12. While ensuring the secure mounting of the handle, this can save processing materials and promote the overall lightweighting of the cup body.

[0062] In a preferred embodiment of this application, the two end faces of the upper part of the mounting part 13 are inclined outward from top to bottom, and the two end faces of the lower part of the mounting part 13 are inclined inward from top to bottom.

[0063] like Figure 2 As shown in this embodiment, the two ends of the mounting part 13 are designed with an inclination. With the maximum length of the mounting part 13 remaining unchanged, the inclination design at both ends helps to shorten the length of the upper and lower surfaces of the mounting part 13. Without affecting the installation effect of the handle, it can save processing materials and promote the overall lightweighting of the cup body. Moreover, when the inclined surfaces at both ends of the mounting part 13 are installed in conjunction with the inside of the handle assembly 11, the contact area can be increased. With the cooperation of the inclination angle, the limiting effect between the mounting part 13 and the handle mounting groove can be improved, further reducing the risk of handle shaking and improving the user experience.

[0064] In a preferred embodiment of this application, the handle assembly 11 includes a first handle shell 111 and a second handle shell 112 joined together. The mounting groove includes a first half-groove 113 disposed on the first handle shell 111 and a second half-groove disposed on the second handle shell 112. The first half-groove 113 and the second half-groove are respectively engaged with the two ends of the mounting part 13. A locking member 114 and a mounting post 115 are also provided between the first handle shell 111 and the second handle shell 112. The locking member 114 and the mounting post 115 are inserted and engaged to fix the first handle shell 111 and the second handle shell 112 onto the mounting part 13.

[0065] like Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown, in this embodiment, a left-right spliced ​​handle shell assembly structure is adopted, which facilitates fastening and installation from both sides of the mounting part 13. The installation is easy and efficient. The mounting part 13 is clamped from both ends by the two semi-grooves on the two handle shells, which can ensure that both ends of the mounting part 13 are well limited, thereby preventing the handle from wobbling or shifting during use. Furthermore, the two handle shells are locked by the locking structure, which can ensure the installation firmness of the handle assembly 11 and improve the reliability of use.

[0066] Furthermore, the cup base 14 is provided with a mounting buckle, and the lower end of the handle assembly 11 is provided with a plug groove 116 that matches the mounting buckle. The lower ends of the two handle shells are also locked by a locking structure, thereby ensuring the secure installation of the handle assembly 11 and the cup base 14. Ultimately, both the upper and lower ends of the handle assembly 11 are securely installed and will not wobble up, down, left, or right, thereby improving the installation and use effect of the handle assembly 11.

[0067] For any parts not mentioned in this application, existing technologies may be used or referenced.

[0068] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner. The same or similar parts between the various embodiments can be referred to each other. Each embodiment focuses on describing the differences from other embodiments.

[0069] The above description is merely an embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit the scope of this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the scope of the claims of this application.

Claims

1. A food processing machine, comprising a glass body and a handle assembly, wherein the upper end of the handle assembly is fixedly connected to the glass body, characterized in that, The outer wall of the glass cup body is provided with an outwardly extending thickened portion, and an installation portion is provided on the thickened portion. The handle assembly is provided with an installation groove that engages with the installation portion. The thickened portion at least partially abuts against the inner wall of the handle assembly on both sides of the glass cup body circumferentially to form a circumferential limit on the handle assembly.

2. The food processing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The projection of the mounting portion onto the side wall of the glass body at least partially falls within the area defined by the thickened portion.

3. A food processing machine according to claim 2, characterized in that, The area defined by the thickened portion is inverted trapezoidal.

4. A food processing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The thickness of the thickened portion increases first and then decreases along the axial direction of the glass body from top to bottom.

5. A food processing machine according to claim 4, characterized in that, The maximum thickness of the thickened part is 1-2 times the thickness of the glass body wall.

6. A food processing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper end of the thickened part extends to the rim of the glass.

7. A food processing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The thickened portion is smoothly connected to the outer wall of the glass body, and the thickened portion is smoothly connected to the mounting portion.

8. A food processing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper surface of the mounting part is inclined downward from the thickened part in a direction away from the thickened part, and the lower surface of the mounting part is inclined upward from the thickened part in a direction away from the thickened part.

9. A food processing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, Both ends of the upper part of the mounting part are inclined outward from top to bottom, and both ends of the lower part of the mounting part are inclined inward from top to bottom.

10. A food processing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The handle assembly includes a first handle shell and a second handle shell joined together from left to right. The mounting groove includes a first half-groove on the first handle shell and a second half-groove on the second handle shell. The first half-groove and the second half-groove are respectively engaged with the two ends of the mounting part. A locking member and a mounting post are also provided between the first handle shell and the second handle shell. The locking member and the mounting post are inserted and engaged to fix the first handle shell and the second handle shell to the mounting part.

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