A handle and cooking container

Abstract

This application relates to the field of cooking utensil technology, and more particularly to a handle and a cooking container. The handle includes a handle body, a handle cover, and a limiting member. The handle cover is mounted on the handle body and is movable relative to the handle body along a first direction to position the handle in a first state or a second state. The handle body is provided with a first limiting groove and a second limiting groove. The handle cover has a mounting groove on its side facing the handle body. The limiting member is mounted in the mounting groove and is rotatable relative to the mounting groove. A portion of the limiting member extends out of the mounting groove and is located within the first or second limiting groove to restrict further movement of the handle cover relative to the handle body. In the first state, a portion of the handle cover extends out of the handle body along the first direction, and the handle cover can move the limiting member to the first limiting groove. In the second state, a portion of the handle cover retracts into the handle body along the first direction, and the handle cover can move the limiting member to the second limiting groove. This application improves the reliability of switching the cooking container to different cooking states.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of cooking utensil technology, and more particularly to a handle and a cooking container. Background Technology

[0002] A steamer typically consists of a container body, a steaming rack, and a lid. During cooking, the steaming rack is placed inside the container to steam food. Normally, the steaming rack rests against the side wall of the container's opening, and the lid rests against the side wall of the steaming rack's opening. When the internal pressure of the container rises rapidly, the steaming rack and lid are at risk of being pushed off by the pressure, affecting the cooking results. Utility Model Content

[0003] This application provides a handle and a cooking container, which are designed to improve the stability of the cooking container.

[0004] This application provides a handle for a cooking container, the cooking container including a container body and a container lid capable of closing onto the container body, the handle including:

[0005] The handle body is provided with a first limiting groove and a second limiting groove;

[0006] A handle cover is mounted on the handle body and is movable relative to the handle body in a first direction to position the handle in a first state or a second state; the handle cover has a mounting groove on the side facing the handle body.

[0007] A limiting member is installed in the mounting groove and is rotatable relative to the mounting groove. A portion of the limiting member can extend out of the mounting groove and be located in the first limiting groove or the second limiting groove to restrict the handle cover from continuing to move relative to the handle body.

[0008] In the first state, a portion of the handle cover can extend out of the handle body along the first direction, and the handle cover can drive the limiting member to move to the first limiting groove; in the second state, a portion of the handle cover can retract into the handle body along the first direction, and the handle cover can drive the limiting member to move to the second limiting groove.

[0009] In this embodiment, when a user needs to cook low-sugar rice or simmer food in a cooking container, by pushing the handle cap towards the container lid, a portion of the handle cap can extend out of the handle and move above the edge of the container lid, thus preventing the container lid from being significantly lifted in the second direction. Simultaneously, the handle cap can push a limiting member into the first limiting groove to restrict further movement of the handle cap relative to the handle under external force, reducing the risk of the handle cap being accidentally knocked away from the first state, thereby improving the reliability and stability of the handle in the first state.

[0010] When it is necessary to remove food from the container, by pushing the handle cap away from the container lid, the handle cap can retract into the handle body, releasing the restriction on the handle cap and allowing the container lid to be removed from the container body for easy removal of food. At the same time, the handle cap can push the limiting member to move into the second limiting groove, thereby limiting the handle cap from continuing to move relative to the handle body under external force, reducing the risk of the handle cap being accidentally knocked out of the second state, and thus improving the reliability and stability of the handle in the second state.

[0011] Therefore, after the user pushes the handle cap to move it in the direction of approaching or moving away from the container cap, the handle is placed in the first state or the second state so that the handle can switch to the working state or the non-working state, which helps to improve the convenience of the user.

[0012] Meanwhile, the embodiments of this application, through the cooperation of the limiting member, the first limiting groove and the second limiting groove, can improve the reliability of the handle maintaining in the first state or the second state, improve the reliability of the cooking container switching to different cooking states, and thus improve the user experience.

[0013] In one possible design, the handle is further provided with a guide groove, the guide groove connecting the first limiting groove and the second limiting groove, the guide groove being able to guide the limiting member to move between the first limiting groove and the second limiting groove;

[0014] Along the second direction, the depth of both the first limiting groove and the second limiting groove is greater than the depth of the guide groove;

[0015] Along the third direction, the width of the first limiting groove and the width of the second limiting groove are both greater than the width of the guide groove;

[0016] The first direction, the second direction, and the third direction are perpendicular to each other.

[0017] In this embodiment, when the handle moves towards the container lid, the limiting member can move from the second limiting groove to the first limiting groove along the guide groove. When the handle moves away from the container lid, the limiting member can move from the first limiting groove to the second limiting groove along the guide groove. The guide groove guides the movement of the limiting member to the first or second limiting groove, ensuring that the limiting member accurately engages with the first or second limiting groove.

[0018] This application embodiment increases the depth and width of the first limiting groove and the second limiting groove, and adds a portion of the limiting member extending into the first limiting groove and the second limiting groove, thereby achieving the limiting effect of the first limiting groove and the second limiting groove and ensuring the stability of the handle in the first state and the second state.

[0019] In one possible design, along the second direction, the depth of the mounting groove is greater than the height of the limiting member.

[0020] In this embodiment, by setting the depth of the mounting groove to be greater than the height of the limiting member, the limiting member can be completely retracted into the mounting groove when installing and removing the handle cover and handle body, thereby reducing the risk of interference.

[0021] In one possible design, the handle body is also provided with a third limiting groove, and the side wall of the third limiting groove is provided with a limiting protrusion;

[0022] The handle cover is provided with a limiting part that protrudes toward the handle body, and the limiting part is provided with a clearance part;

[0023] The limiting part cooperates with the third limiting groove, the avoidance part cooperates with the limiting protrusion, and a portion of the structure of the limiting part can abut against the limiting protrusion to restrict the limiting part from disengaging from the third limiting groove along the second direction.

[0024] In this embodiment, after the handle cover is installed on the handle body, the limiting part is located in the third limiting groove, and the limiting protrusion is located in the avoidance part, so that the limiting protrusion is located above part of the structure of the limiting part in the second direction. The limiting protrusion can restrict the limiting part from disengaging from the third limiting groove in the second direction, thereby restricting the handle cover from disengaging from the handle body in the second direction, so as to ensure the stability of the connection between the handle cover and the handle body.

[0025] In one possible design, the handle body is further provided with a receiving groove, the handle cover is disposed in the receiving groove and is movable relative to the receiving groove along the first direction, and the first limiting groove and the second limiting groove are both disposed on the bottom wall of the mounting groove.

[0026] The side wall of the receiving groove is provided with a notch, and the handle cover extends out of the handle body along the notch.

[0027] In this embodiment, the notch serves to avoid movement of the handle cap.

[0028] In one possible design, the handle further includes a fixing member and a connector, the fixing member being used for mounting to the container body;

[0029] The handle body is provided with an outwardly protruding fixing part, and the fixing part is provided with a receiving hole;

[0030] A portion of the fastener is located within the receiving hole, and a portion of the connector passes through the handle and connects to the fastener.

[0031] In this embodiment, by placing a portion of the fastener's structure in the receiving hole of the handle, and then connecting the handle and the fastener, the connection position between the handle and the fastener is covered, preventing accidental contact and ensuring the strength of the connection position between the handle and the fastener.

[0032] In one possible design, the handle further includes a shield that is fitted over the outside of the fixing part and the fixing member.

[0033] In this embodiment, a shielding element is fitted onto the outside of the fixing part and the fixing member to reduce the risk of liquid or impurities corroding the connection between the handle and the fixing member, thereby extending the service life. Simultaneously, by using the shielding element to cover the outer side of part of the fixing part and the fixing member, the handle's appearance becomes neater, improving its aesthetic appeal and enhancing the user experience.

[0034] In one possible design, the limiting element is a spherical structure.

[0035] In this embodiment, when the handle cap pushes the limiting member to move, the limiting member can roll to reduce friction and facilitate user operation.

[0036] This application embodiment also provides a cooking container, the cooking container comprising:

[0037] A container body, wherein the container body is provided with a first receiving cavity;

[0038] A steaming rack is disposed within the first receiving cavity, and the edge of the steaming rack overlaps the edge of the container body.

[0039] A container lid that can cover the container body, with the edge of the container lid overlapping the edge of the steamer rack;

[0040] A handle, which is mounted on the container body, and the handle is the handle described above.

[0041] In the first state, a portion of the handle cap structure can extend out of the handle body along the first direction and be positioned above the edge of the container cap; in the second state, a portion of the handle cap structure can move away from the container cap along the first direction and retract the handle body.

[0042] In this embodiment, part of the handle structure can restrict the upward movement of the steamer rack by limiting the upward movement of the edge of the container lid, thereby ensuring that the space enclosed by the steamer rack and the container body can form a sealed state.

[0043] In one possible design, the cooking container further includes a steamer rack, which has a second receiving cavity, and the steamer rack can be disposed within the second receiving cavity;

[0044] The side wall of the steamer is provided with an inwardly protruding first support part and a second support part. The first support part is closer to the container lid than the second support part. Both the first support part and the second support part can support the steamer.

[0045] The edge of the steamer is provided with a clearance opening, which can avoid the first support part so that the steamer can be placed on the second support part.

[0046] In this embodiment, when there is a small amount of food on the steamer, the steamer can be placed on the first support. When there is a large amount of food on the steamer, the steamer can be placed on the second support to expand the accommodating space above the steamer.

[0047] When the user places the steamer rack on the second support, the clearance opening of the steamer rack can be adjusted to face the first support, so that the steamer rack passes through the clearance opening and falls onto the second support without having to tilt the steamer rack, making it convenient for the user.

[0048] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are merely exemplary and do not limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0049] Figure 1 An exploded schematic diagram of the cooking container provided in this application;

[0050] Figure 2 A cross-sectional view of the cooking container when the sealing plug provided in this application blocks the first through hole;

[0051] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged diagram of section A in the middle;

[0052] Figure 4 for Figure 2 Enlarged schematic diagram of section B in the middle;

[0053] Figure 5 A cross-sectional schematic diagram showing the initial state of the cooking container provided in this application when it is in the first cooking state;

[0054] Figure 6 A cross-sectional schematic diagram of the cooking stage when the cooking container provided in this application is in the first cooking state;

[0055] Figure 7 A cross-sectional schematic diagram of the rice steaming stage when the cooking container provided in this application is in the first cooking state;

[0056] Figure 8 A cross-sectional view of the cooking container when the sealing plug provided in this application opens the first through hole;

[0057] Figure 9 for Figure 8 Enlarged diagram of section C;

[0058] Figure 10 This is a cross-sectional view of the cooking container provided in this application in a second cooking state;

[0059] Figure 11 A schematic diagram of the structure of the sealing plug provided in this application;

[0060] Figure 12 for Figure 8 Enlarged schematic diagram of section D in the middle;

[0061] Figure 13 This application provides a cross-sectional schematic diagram of a portion of the structure of the seal;

[0062] Figure 14 An exploded view of the handle provided in this application;

[0063] Figure 15 A schematic diagram of the handle body provided in this application;

[0064] Figure 16 for Figure 15 Enlarged schematic diagram of section E in the middle;

[0065] Figure 17 This is a schematic diagram of the handle cap provided in this application.

[0066] Figure label:

[0067] 100 - Cooking container;

[0068] 10-Handle;

[0069] 11-Handle body;

[0070] 111 - First limiting groove;

[0071] 112 - Second limiting groove;

[0072] 113 - Guide groove;

[0073] 114 - Third limiting groove;

[0074] 114a - Limiting protrusion;

[0075] 115 - Reception slot;

[0076] 115a - Notch;

[0077] 116 - Fixing part;

[0078] 116a - Receiving hole;

[0079] 12-Handle cap;

[0080] 121 - Mounting slot;

[0081] 122 - Limiting part;

[0082] 122a - Avoidance section;

[0083] 13-Limiting component;

[0084] 14-Factor;

[0085] 15-Connector;

[0086] 16-Shielding parts;

[0087] 20-container body;

[0088] 21-First receiving cavity;

[0089] 30-Steamer rack;

[0090] 31-Second receiving cavity;

[0091] 32-First support section;

[0092] 33-Second support section;

[0093] 34 - First through hole;

[0094] 35-Ontology part;

[0095] 351 - Second through hole;

[0096] 36-Water cylinder;

[0097] 37 - Boss;

[0098] 40 - Container lid;

[0099] 41 - Ventilation holes;

[0100] 42-Protrusion;

[0101] 50-Steamer grate;

[0102] 51-Avoidance opening;

[0103] 60 - Seals;

[0104] 61-Packaging Department;

[0105] 611-Packaging slot;

[0106] 62 - Sealing part;

[0107] 63-Extension;

[0108] 70 - Sealing plug;

[0109] 71-Installation Department;

[0110] 711 - Third through hole;

[0111] 712 - Card Slot;

[0112] 72-Blocking section;

[0113] 721-Extension;

[0114] 73-Connecting segment;

[0115] 80-Water;

[0116] 90-Ingredients.

[0117] 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. Detailed Implementation

[0118] To better understand the technical solution of this application, the embodiments of this application will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0119] It should be understood that the described embodiments are merely some, not all, of the embodiments in this application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments in this application without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0120] The terminology used in the embodiments of this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of this application. The singular forms “a,” “the,” and “the” used in the embodiments of this application and the appended claims are also intended to include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0121] It should be understood that the term "and / or" used 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 existing alone, A and B existing simultaneously, and B existing alone. Additionally, the character " / " in this article generally indicates that the preceding and following related objects have an "or" relationship.

[0122] It should be noted that the directional terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" described in the embodiments of this application are used to describe the angles shown in the accompanying drawings and should not be construed as limiting the embodiments of this application. Furthermore, in the context, it should be understood that when it is mentioned that an element is connected "upper" or "lower" to another element, it can be directly connected to the other element "upper" or "lower," or indirectly connected to the other element "upper" or "lower" through an intermediate element.

[0123] This application provides a cooking container that can be a rice cooker, steamer, soup pot, or other cooking containers. This cooking container can cook low-sugar rice and steam regular food. This application does not limit the specific type of cooking container.

[0124] It should be noted that the first, second, and third directions mentioned in this article can be used as a reference. Figure 1 In one specific embodiment of the illustrated example, the first direction can be the length direction of the cooking container (i.e., the direction in which the handles are distributed), the second direction can be the height direction of the cooking container, and the third direction can be the width direction of the cooking container. Therefore, the first direction, the second direction, and the third direction are approximately perpendicular to each other.

[0125] Figure 1 The diagram shown is an exploded view of a cooking container 100. The cooking container 100 includes a container body 20, a steamer rack 30, a steaming grate 50, a container lid 40, and a handle 10. The container body 20 has a first receiving cavity 21, within which the steamer rack 30 is disposed. The steamer rack 30 has a second receiving cavity 31, within which the steaming grate 50 is disposed. The container lid 40 is capable of closing onto the opening of the container body 20 to seal the first and second receiving cavities 21 and 31. The handle 10 is mounted on the side wall of the container body 20 for easy handling of the cooking container 100.

[0126] Please continue to refer to this. Figure 1 The container lid 40 is provided with a vent 41 and a handle (not shown in the figure). The vent 41 is used to allow gas inside the cooking container 100 to be discharged outwards, and the handle is for the user to pick up the container lid 40.

[0127] Figure 2 The diagram shown is a cross-sectional view of the cooking container 100. Figure 3 for Figure 2 Please refer to the enlarged diagram of section A in the middle. Figure 1 and Figure 3 The cooking container 100 also includes a sealing element 60 and a sealing plug 70. The sealing element 60 is fitted around the edge of the steamer rack 30. The side wall of the steamer rack 30 is provided with a first through hole 34, and the sealing plug 70 can block or open the first through hole 34.

[0128] When the sealing plug 70 blocks the first through hole 34, the inner cavity of the first receiving cavity 21 and the inner cavity of the second receiving cavity 31 cannot communicate through the first through hole 34. A pressure difference is generated on both sides of the sealing plug 70 (the inner cavities of the first receiving cavity 21 and the second receiving cavity 31), and the first receiving cavity 21 is in a sealed state. At this time, the cooking container 100 is in the first cooking state. When the cooking container 100 is in the first cooking state, the user can perform cooking tasks that require pressure, such as low-sugar rice or pressure cooking.

[0129] The following description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, first describes the cooking container 100 in its first cooking state.

[0130] Figure 4 for Figure 2 Please refer to the enlarged diagram of section B. Figure 2 and Figure 4 The steamer 30 includes a body part 35 and a water cylinder 36. The water cylinder 36 is connected to the bottom of the body part 35. Along the radial direction of the steamer 30, the maximum size of the water cylinder 36 is smaller than the maximum size of the body part 35.

[0131] Please continue to refer to this. Figure 4 The bottom wall of the main body 35 is provided with a second through hole 351, which is located within the surrounding area of ​​the water cylinder 36. The second through hole 351 connects the inner cavity of the second receiving cavity 31 and the inner cavity of the water cylinder 36. The second through hole 351 only allows liquids such as water 80 to pass through, preventing food from entering the first receiving cavity 21.

[0132] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the cooking container 100 in its initial state when it is in the first cooking state. Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the cooking stage when the cooking container 100 is in the first cooking state. Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional view of the rice steaming stage when the cooking container 100 is in the first cooking state. Please refer to the reference. Figure 5 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 Water 80, exceeding the bottom of the water cylinder 36, is added into the first receiving cavity 21 of the container body 20, allowing at least a portion of the structure of the water cylinder 36 to be submerged in the water 80. A certain amount of food 90 is then placed into the steaming rack 30. When the cooking container 100 is heated for cooking, and the sealing plug 70 blocks the first through hole 34, the inner cavity of the first receiving cavity 21 and the inner cavity of the second receiving cavity 31 cannot communicate through the first through hole 34. The first receiving cavity 21 is in a sealed state, and a pressure difference is generated on both sides of the sealing plug 70 (the inner cavity of the first receiving cavity 21 and the second receiving cavity 31). That is, when the air pressure in the first receiving cavity 21 is greater than the air pressure in the second receiving cavity 31, the gas space in the first receiving cavity 21 expands, and the water 80 in the first receiving cavity 21 can overcome gravity, pass through the water cylinder 36 through the second through hole 351, and enter the interior of the second receiving cavity 31 to contact the food 90. During the heating and cooking process in the cooking container 100, the water 80 continuously churns. As the water 80 flows over the food 90, the starch and impurities on the food 90 are dissolved into the water 80.

[0133] When the pressure in the first receiving cavity 21 is less than the pressure in the second receiving cavity 31, the water level 80 in the first receiving cavity 21 continues to drop to the lowest level below the water cylinder 36 under the pressure. The sealing state of the first receiving cavity 21 fails, and under the action of gravity, the water 80 in the second receiving cavity 31 can flow back into the first receiving cavity 21 through the second through hole 351 and the water cylinder 36.

[0134] Subsequently, the water level 80 in the first receiving cavity 21 rises. When the water level 80 in the first receiving cavity 21 once again covers the bottom of the water cylinder 36, the first receiving cavity 21 is sealed again. At the same time, as the temperature rises, the gas space in the first receiving cavity 21 is heated and expands again, and the water 80 in the first receiving cavity 21 can re-enter the second receiving cavity 31 and come into contact with the food 90.

[0135] During this cyclical process, the water 80 in the first receiving cavity 21 fully submerges and rinses the food 90 in the second receiving cavity 31, effectively reducing the sugar content of the food 90. Until the water level in the first receiving cavity 21 remains below the bottom of the water cylinder 36, the first receiving cavity 21 remains unsealed, preventing the water 80 from contacting the food 90 in the second receiving cavity 31. At this point, the water 80 in the first receiving cavity 21 is heated, forming steam that enters the second receiving cavity 31 through the second through-hole 351, steaming the food 90 and achieving the function of steaming rice. The rice cooked in this mode undergoes a process of first boiling and then steaming, removing a significant amount of sugar. Finally, the rice is steamed and cooked, resulting in low-sugar rice.

[0136] In this embodiment, the water cylinder 36 guides the water 80 in the first receiving cavity 21. The liquid flow is driven by the pressure difference environment formed inside the cooking container 100, which can realize the self-priming delivery without power and maintain the balance and stability of the system pressure in the cooking container 100. It achieves high-efficiency liquid control with a simple mechanical structure, simplifies the structure of the cooking container 100, and reduces the risk of explosion of the cooking container 100.

[0137] Figure 8 The diagram shown is a cross-sectional view of the cooking container 100. Figure 9 for Figure 8 Please refer to the enlarged diagram of section C. Figure 8 and Figure 9When the sealing plug 70 opens the first through hole 34, the inner cavity of the first receiving cavity 21 and the inner cavity of the second receiving cavity 31 can be connected through the first through hole 34. The pressure on both sides of the sealing plug 70 (the inner cavities of the first receiving cavity 21 and the second receiving cavity 31) is the same, and the first receiving cavity 21 is in an unsealed state. At this time, the cooking container 100 is in the second cooking state. When the cooking container 100 is in the second cooking state, the user can perform cooking work that does not require pressure, such as conventional steaming and boiling. This embodiment does not limit the specific use of the cooking container 100.

[0138] The following description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, describes the cooking container 100 in its second cooking state.

[0139] Please refer to Figure 10 , Figure 10 This is a cross-sectional view of the cooking container 100 in its second cooking state, used to sequentially add an appropriate amount of water 80 to the first receiving cavity 21 and food 90 to the second receiving cavity 31. When the cooking container 100 is in the second cooking state, the sealing plug 70 opens the first through hole 34, allowing gas in the first receiving cavity 21 to flow with gas in the second receiving cavity 31, and the first receiving cavity 21 is in a non-sealed state. When the cooking container 100 is heated for cooking, the pressure on both sides of the sealing plug 70 is consistent, so the water 80 in the first receiving cavity 21 will not enter the second receiving cavity 31 under pressure and come into contact with the food 90, allowing the food 90 in the second receiving cavity 31 to be directly steamed. This mode is the functional state for conventional steaming food.

[0140] Users can select different cooking states of the cooking container 100 according to their needs. The multi-functionality of the cooking container 100 can be achieved simply by changing the working state of the sealing plug 70, which simplifies the operation steps when switching modes and improves the user experience.

[0141] The above are merely examples of how the cooking container 100 is used, and are not intended to limit the cooking container 100 of the embodiments of this application.

[0142] In some embodiments, ingredient 90 can be rice or other ingredients, but this embodiment does not limit the specific ingredients.

[0143] Please continue to refer to the reference. Figure 4 , Figure 7 and Figure 10The bottom wall of the steamer 30 is provided with an inwardly protruding boss 37, which is located inside the water cylinder 36, i.e., the second receiving cavity 31 is shallow in the middle and deep around the edges. The boss 37 makes the food 90 in the second receiving cavity 31 shallow in the middle and deep around the edges. The boss 37 is also provided with a second through hole 351, which allows steam in the pot to easily penetrate the food 90 in the middle and enter the internal area of ​​the second receiving cavity 31, which can greatly reduce the steaming time of the food 90 in the upper layer, and at the same time make the food 90 around the edges more evenly heated.

[0144] Please refer to the reference. Figure 2 and Figure 8 The side wall of the steamer rack 30 is provided with an inwardly protruding first support portion 32 and a second support portion 33, both of which can support the steamer rack 50. Along the second direction, the first support portion 32 is located above the second support portion 33, the first support portion 32 is located near the handle 10, and the second support portion 33 is located near the middle of the steamer rack 30.

[0145] Specifically, when there is a small amount of food on the steamer 50, the steamer 50 can be placed on the first support 32, such as... Figure 2 When there is a lot of food on the steamer 50, the steamer 50 can be placed on the second support 33 to expand the capacity above the steamer 50, such as... Figure 8 .

[0146] Please continue to refer to this. Figure 1 In some embodiments, the edge of the steam rack 50 may be provided with a clearance opening 51, which can avoid the first support portion 32, so that the steam rack 50 can be placed on the second support portion 33. That is, when the user places the steam rack 50 on the second support portion 33, the clearance opening 51 of the steam rack can be adjusted to face the first support portion 32, so that the steam rack 50 can pass through the clearance opening 51 to avoid the first support portion 32 and be placed on the second support portion 33 without tilting the steam rack 50, which is convenient for the user.

[0147] The first support portion 32 is provided in at least three, such as three or four. The at least three first support portions 32 are evenly distributed along the circumference of the steam rack 50 to ensure the stability of the steam rack 50 supported by the first support portions 32. The second support portion 33 is provided in at least three, such as three or four. The at least three second support portions 33 are distributed along the circumference of the steam rack 50 to ensure the stability of the steam rack 50 supported by the second support portions 33.

[0148] Understandably, the steam grate 50 has multiple perforated structures that allow steam to pass through.

[0149] Understandably, the steamer rack 30 can also be removed from the cooking container 100 for use, and the inner wall of the container body 20 can also be provided with an inwardly protruding support to support a steamer rack 50 of the corresponding size. The specific design can be determined according to the actual situation, and this embodiment does not limit it.

[0150] In some embodiments, Figure 11 The diagram shows the structure of the sealing plug 70. The sealing plug 70 includes a mounting part 71 and a blocking part 72. The mounting part 71 is mounted in the first through hole 34 and has a third through hole 711. The blocking part 72 can be inserted into the third through hole 711 to block the third through hole 711, or the blocking part 72 can be disengaged from the third through hole 711.

[0151] Specifically, please refer to the reference. Figure 3 and Figure 11 The sealing plug 70 is installed in the first through hole 34. When the sealing part 72 blocks the third through hole 711, the sealing plug 70 blocks the first through hole 34, so that the gas in the first receiving cavity 21 and the gas in the second receiving cavity 31 do not flow. At this time, the cooking container 100 is in the first cooking state.

[0152] Please refer to the reference. Figure 9 and Figure 11 When the sealing part 72 disengages from the third through hole 711, the sealing plug 70 opens the first through hole 34, allowing the gas in the first receiving cavity 21 to circulate with the gas in the second receiving cavity 31. At this time, the cooking container 100 is in the second cooking state.

[0153] In some embodiments, the sealing plug 70 is made of an elastic material, which allows the sealing plug 70 to automatically recover its deformation after being compressed, thereby improving the sealing performance of the sealing plug 70 and its durability under high-frequency use, and extending the service life of the sealing plug 70.

[0154] The sealing plug 70 can be made of food-grade silicone. Alternatively, the sealing plug 70 can be made of other suitable elastic materials. This embodiment does not limit the specific material of the sealing plug 70.

[0155] In some embodiments, the mounting part 71 and the sealing part 72 can be elastically deformed. After deformation, the sealing part 72 can be embedded in the third through hole 711. Within the third through hole 711, the sealing part 72 can recover its deformation and fit tightly with the third through hole 711, thereby preventing gaps between the sealing part 72 and the third through hole 711, improving the sealing effect of the sealing part 72 on the third through hole 711, and enhancing the reliability of the cooking container 100 in the first cooking state.

[0156] Please continue to refer to this. Figure 11The sealing plug 70 also includes a connecting section 73, which is fixedly connected to or integrally formed with the mounting part 71. The connecting section 73 is elastically deformable so that the sealing part 72 can move relative to the container body 20.

[0157] In this embodiment, the connecting segment 73 connects the mounting part 71 and the sealing part 72, ensuring that the sealing part 72 will not fall out during the process of being inserted into or removed from the third through hole 711 of the mounting part 71. Furthermore, when the sealing part 72 is removed from the third through hole 711, there is no need to separately store the sealing part 72. Simultaneously, by flipping the sealing part 72 upwards, the user can precisely install it into the third through hole 711.

[0158] Please continue to refer to this. Figure 11 The sealing portion 72 is provided with an extension section 721 extending radially outward. When the sealing portion 72 is inserted into the third through hole 711, the extension section 721 can abut against the mounting portion 71 to reduce the risk of gas leakage from the third through hole 711 and improve the sealing performance of the sealing plug 70. Alternatively, when the sealing portion 72 is inserted into the third through hole 711, there is a gap between the extension section 721 and the mounting portion 71 to facilitate the removal of the sealing portion 72 from the third through hole 711.

[0159] Please continue to combine Figure 3 , Figure 9 and Figure 11 The sealing part 72 is located on the outside of the steamer 30. That is, when the sealing plug 70 opens the first through hole 34, the sealing part 72 of the sealing plug 70 is located on the outside of the steamer 30, which reduces the risk of food particles in the steamer 30 entering the gap between the installation part 71 and the extension section 721, and ensures the stability of the operation of the sealing plug 70.

[0160] Please continue to refer to the reference. Figure 3 , Figure 9 and Figure 11 The outer wall of the mounting part 71 is provided with a slot 712, and the outer periphery of the first through hole 34 is engaged in the slot 712, so that the sealing plug 70 can be detachably installed in the first through hole 34.

[0161] Please refer to Figure 12 , Figure 12 for Figure 8 Please refer to the enlarged diagram of section D in the middle. Figure 8 and Figure 12 The sealing element 60 is fitted onto the edge of the steamer rack 30 and overlaps the edge of the container body 20. The edge of the container lid 40 overlaps the edge of the steamer rack 30 and abuts against the sealing element 60.

[0162] Specifically, Figure 13The diagram shows a partial cross-sectional view of the sealing element 60. The sealing element 60 is provided with a wrapping part 61, a sealing part 62, and an extension part 63. The wrapping part 61 has a wrapping groove 611 for wrapping the edge of the steamer 30. The sealing part 62 is connected to the lower end of the wrapping part 61. The extension part 63 is connected to the outer periphery of the opening of the wrapping groove 611 and extends downward along the outer periphery of the opening of the wrapping groove 611. The tail of the extension part 63 is bent away from the steamer 30.

[0163] The sealing element 60 is made of an elastic material, such as rubber. The specific material can be set according to actual conditions, and this embodiment does not impose any limitations.

[0164] Please refer to the reference. Figure 12 and Figure 13 When the sealing element 60 is installed on the steamer rack 30, the wrapping part 61 is stretched and fitted onto the edge of the steamer rack 30, and the wrapping part 61 is fixed to the steamer rack 30 by contraction force. When the steamer rack 30 is placed into the container body 20, the wrapping part 61 overlaps the edge of the container body 20. At the same time, the sealing part 62 is compressed and tightly adheres to the edge of the pot body under the weight of the steamer rack 30, so that the connection between the container body 20 and the steamer rack 30 forms a sealing effect. In addition, the extension part 63 is tightly fitted to the inner wall of the container body 20, so that the connection between the container body 20 and the steamer rack 30 forms a sealing effect.

[0165] Please continue to refer to this. Figure 12 The lower end face of the edge of the container lid 40 is provided with a protrusion 42. When the container lid 40 closes the container body 20, the protrusion 42 of the edge of the container lid 40 overlaps the wrapping part 61 of the sealing member 60.

[0166] In this embodiment, the protrusion 42 is designed to contact and cooperate with the wrapping part 61, which can prevent the container lid 40 from being sealed when placed on the sealing member 60, and prevent the formation of a sealed space inside the steamer 30, thereby ensuring that there is a pressure difference between the internal space of the steamer 30 and the space formed by the steamer 30 and the container body 20.

[0167] In this embodiment, the extension 63 and the sealing part 62 form a double reliable sealing effect. Even if the steamer 30 is pushed up to a certain height by the pressure in the first receiving cavity 21, the sealing part 62 will still be squeezed and stick to the edge of the container body 20, and the extension 63 will still stick to the inner side wall of the container body 20, so that the connection between the steamer 30 and the container body 20 will not lose the sealing effect.

[0168] To further reduce the risk that the steamer rack 30 will be significantly lifted, causing the sealing element 60 to lose its sealing effect and the first receiving cavity 21 to fail to form a sealed state, thereby preventing the cooking container 100 from performing the function of cooking low-sugar rice, this application embodiment provides a handle 10. Part of the structure of the handle 10 can restrict the upward movement of the steamer rack 30 by limiting the upward movement of the edge of the container lid 40, thereby ensuring that the space enclosed by the steamer rack 30 and the container body 20 can form a sealed state.

[0169] The structure of the handle 10 will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0170] Figure 14 The diagram shows an exploded view of the handle 10. The handle 10 includes a handle body 11, a handle cover 12, a limiting member 13, a fixing member 14, a connecting member 15, and a shielding member 16. The fixing member 14 is installed on the side wall of the container body 20. The handle body 11 is fixed to the fixing member 14 through the connecting member 15. The handle cover 12 and the limiting member 13 are both installed on the handle body 11. The shielding member 16 is sleeved on part of the structure of the handle body 11 and the outside of the fixing member 14.

[0171] The container has two handles 10, which are fixed to the two sides of the container body 20. For example, the handles 10 can be fixedly connected to the container body 20 by bolts, which reduces the risk of the handles 10 detaching from the container body and improves the reliability of the handles 10.

[0172] Figure 15 This is a schematic diagram of the handle 11. Figure 16 for Figure 15 Enlarged diagram of section E in the middle. Figure 17 This is a schematic diagram of the handle cap 12. Please refer to it. Figure 15 , Figure 16 and Figure 17 The handle body 11 has a receiving groove 115, and the handle cover 12 is installed in the receiving groove 115 and can move relative to the handle body 11 to put the handle 10 in a first state or a second state. The bottom wall of the receiving groove 115 is provided with a first limiting groove 111 and a second limiting groove 112. A column is provided on the side of the handle cover 12 facing the handle body 11. The column has a mounting groove 121. A limiting member 13 is installed in the mounting groove 121 and can rotate relative to the mounting groove 121. Part of the structure of the limiting member 13 can extend out of the mounting groove 121 and be located in the first limiting groove 111 or the second limiting groove 112 to restrict the handle cover 12 from continuing to move relative to the handle body 11 and to restrict the handle 10 to the first state or the second state.

[0173] In the first state, a portion of the handle cover 12 extends out of the handle body 11 along the first direction X, and the handle cover 12 can move the limiting member 13 to the first limiting groove 111. In the second state, a portion of the handle cover 12 retracts into the handle body 11 along the first direction X, and the handle cover 12 can move the limiting member 13 to the second limiting groove 112.

[0174] Specifically, referring to the above embodiments, when a user needs to use the cooking container 100 to cook low-sugar rice or press food, by pushing the handle cap 12 towards the container lid 40, a portion of the handle cap 12 can extend out of the handle body 11 and move above the edge of the container lid 40. This allows the handle cap 12 to restrict the container lid 40 from being significantly lifted along the second direction Z, thereby restricting the steamer rack 30 from being significantly lifted along the second direction Z. Simultaneously, the handle cap 12 can push the limiting member 13 to the first limiting groove 111, thus limiting the handle cap 12 from continuing to move relative to the handle body 11 under external force. This reduces the risk of the handle cap 12 being accidentally knocked away from the first state, thereby improving the reliability and stability of the handle 10 in the first state.

[0175] When it is necessary to remove food from the container body 20, by pushing the handle cap 12 away from the container cap 40, the handle cap 12 can retract into the handle body 11, releasing the restriction on the handle cap 12 and allowing the container cap 40 to be removed from the container body 20, so that the user can remove the food from the container body 20. At the same time, the handle cap 12 can push the limiting member 13 to move to the second limiting groove 112, so as to limit the handle cap 12 from continuing to move relative to the handle body 11 under the action of external force, reducing the risk of the handle cap 12 being accidentally knocked and leaving the second state, thereby improving the reliability and stability of the handle 10 in the second state.

[0176] Therefore, after the user pushes the handle cap 12 to move it in a direction close to or away from the container cap 40, the handle 10 is placed in the first state or the second state, so that the handle 10 can switch to the working state or the non-working state, which helps to improve the convenience of the user.

[0177] Meanwhile, this embodiment, through the cooperation of the limiting member 13, the first limiting groove 111 and the second limiting groove 112, can improve the reliability of the handle 10 in maintaining the first state or the second state, improve the reliability of the cooking container 100 switching to different cooking states, and thus improve the user experience.

[0178] Please continue to refer to this. Figure 14 , Figure 16 and Figure 17 In some embodiments, the limiting member 13 can be a spherical structure, the mounting groove 121 can be a circular groove, and the first limiting groove 111 and the second limiting groove 112 can be arc-shaped grooves.

[0179] In other words, when the handle cover 12 pushes the limiting member 13 to move, the limiting member 13 can roll, reducing friction and making it easier for the user to operate.

[0180] Please continue to refer to this. Figure 16 The handle 11 is also provided with a guide groove 113, which connects the first limiting groove 111 and the second limiting groove 112. The guide groove 113 can guide the limiting member 13 to move between the first limiting groove 111 and the second limiting groove 112.

[0181] In other words, when the handle cap 12 moves toward the container cap 40, the limiting member 13 can move from the second limiting groove 112 along the guide groove 113 to the first limiting groove 111. When the handle cap 12 moves away from the container cap 40, the limiting member 13 can move from the first limiting groove 111 along the guide groove 113 to the second limiting groove 112. The guide groove 113 guides the movement of the limiting member 13 to the first limiting groove 111 or the second limiting groove 112, so as to ensure that the limiting member 13 is accurately engaged with the first limiting groove 111 or the second limiting groove 112.

[0182] Along the second direction Z, the depth of the first limiting groove 111 and the depth of the second limiting groove 112 are both greater than the depth of the guide groove 113. Along the third direction Y, the width of the first limiting groove 111 and the width of the second limiting groove 112 are both greater than the width of the guide groove 113.

[0183] In other words, when the user pushes the handle cap 12 toward the container cap 40, the user needs to push the handle cap 12 with a little force so that the handle cap 12 pushes the limiting member 13 from the second limiting groove 112 to the guide groove 113. When the user pushes the handle cap 12 away from the container cap 40, the user needs to push the handle cap 12 with a little force so that the handle cap 12 pushes the limiting member 13 from the first limiting groove 111 to the guide groove 113.

[0184] This embodiment increases the depth and width of the first limiting groove 111 and the second limiting groove 112, and increases the structure of the limiting member 13 extending into the first limiting groove 111 and the second limiting groove 112, thereby achieving the limiting effect of the first limiting groove 111 and the second limiting groove 112 and ensuring the stability of the handle 10 in the first state and the second state.

[0185] Please continue to refer to this. Figure 16 and Figure 17The bottom wall of the receiving groove 115 is also provided with a third limiting groove 114, and the side wall of the third limiting groove 114 is provided with a limiting protrusion 114a that protrudes inward. The handle cover 12 is provided with a limiting part 122 that protrudes toward the handle body 11, and the limiting part 122 is provided with a relief part 122a that is recessed inward. When the handle cover 12 is installed on the handle body 11, the limiting part 122 cooperates with the third limiting groove 114 and can move in the first direction X within the third limiting groove 114. The relief part 122a cooperates with the limiting protrusion 114a and can move relative to the limiting protrusion 114a in the first direction X. Part of the structure of the limiting part 122 can abut against the limiting protrusion 114a in the second direction Z to restrict the limiting part 122 from disengaging from the third limiting groove 114, thereby restricting the handle cover 12 from disengaging from the handle body 11 in the second direction Z.

[0186] In other words, after the handle cover 12 is installed on the handle body 11, the limiting part 122 is located in the third limiting groove 114, and the limiting protrusion 114a is located in the clearance part 122a, so that the limiting protrusion 114a is located above part of the structure of the limiting part 122 in the second direction Z. The limiting protrusion 114a can restrict the limiting part 122 from disengaging from the third limiting groove 114 in the second direction Z, thereby restricting the handle cover 12 from disengaging from the handle body 11 in the second direction Z, so as to ensure the stability of the connection between the handle cover 12 and the handle body 11.

[0187] It should be noted that when the handle cover 12 moves along the handle body 11 in the first direction X, when the limiting member 13 moves from the second limiting groove 112 to the first limiting groove 111, the first limiting groove 111 can restrict the limiting member 13 from continuing to move forward, so that the limiting part 122 will not disengage from the third limiting groove 114 in the first direction X, thereby reducing the risk of the handle cover 12 disengaging from the handle body 11 in the first direction X.

[0188] Please continue to refer to this. Figure 16 In one embodiment, the cross-section of the third limiting groove 114 along the first direction X can be L-shaped. Two third limiting grooves 114 can be provided, distributed along the third direction on both sides of the first limiting groove 111, the guide groove 113, and the second limiting groove 112, to improve the stability of the handle cover 12 movement. Correspondingly, two limiting portions 122 are also provided.

[0189] Understandably, when disassembling the handle cover 12 and the handle body 11, the user can forcefully push the handle cover 12, causing the handle cover 12 to push the limiting member 13 away from the first limiting groove 111 and move away from the second limiting groove 112. At the same time, the handle cover 12 drives the limiting part 122 to disengage from the third limiting groove 114 along the first direction X, thus realizing the separation of the handle cover 12 and the handle body 11.

[0190] Please continue to refer to this. Figure 16In some embodiments, the depth of the mounting groove 121 can be greater than the height of the limiting member 13. That is, when the limiting member 13 is a spherical structure, the depth of the mounting groove 121 can be greater than the diameter of the limiting member 13.

[0191] In this embodiment, the depth of the mounting groove 121 is greater than the height of the limiting member 13, so that when installing and removing the handle cover 12 and the handle body 11, the limiting member 13 can be completely retracted into the mounting groove 121, reducing the risk of interference.

[0192] Please continue to refer to this. Figure 16 Along the first direction X, a notch 115a is provided on the side wall of the receiving groove 115 near the container cap 40. The handle cap 12 can extend out of the handle body 11 or retract the handle body 11 along the notch 115a, so as to avoid the movement of the handle cap 12.

[0193] Please continue to refer to this. Figure 14 and 16 Along the first direction X, the handle 11 is provided with an outwardly protruding fixing part 116, the fixing part 116 is provided with a receiving hole 116a, part of the structure of the fixing member 14 is located in the receiving hole 116a, and part of the structure of the connector 15 can pass through the handle 11 and connect with the fixing member 14.

[0194] In this embodiment, by placing a portion of the structure of the fixing member 14 in the receiving hole 116a of the handle 11, and then connecting the handle 11 and the fixing member 14, the connection position between the handle 11 and the fixing member 14 is covered to avoid accidental contact and to ensure the strength of the connection position between the handle 11 and the fixing member 14.

[0195] Please continue to refer to this. Figure 14 The fastener 14 can be U-shaped, and its head can extend into the receiving hole 116a. The fastener 14 is provided with a first connecting hole (not shown in the figure) and a second connecting hole (not shown in the figure). The first connecting hole connects to the connector 15, and the second connecting hole is used to connect to the side wall of the container body 20. Two second connecting holes can be provided to increase the connection strength between the fastener 14 and the container body 20.

[0196] Please continue to refer to this. Figure 14 and 16 The shielding member 16 is sleeved on the outside of the fixing part 116 and the fixing member 14 to reduce the risk of liquid or impurities corroding the connection position between the handle body 11 and the fixing member 14, thereby extending the service life. At the same time, the shielding member 16 covers part of the outer structure of the fixing part 116 and the fixing member 14, making the handle 10 look neat, improving the appearance of the handle 10, and enhancing the user experience.

[0197] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit 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 protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A handle, characterized in that, The handle (10) includes: The handle (11) is provided with a first limiting groove (111) and a second limiting groove (112); A handle cover (12) is mounted on the handle body (11) and is capable of moving relative to the handle body (11) in a first direction (X) so that the handle (10) is in a first state or a second state; the handle cover (12) has a mounting groove (121) on the side facing the handle body (11); A limiting member (13) is installed in the mounting groove (121) and is rotatable relative to the mounting groove (121). A portion of the structure of the limiting member (13) can extend out of the mounting groove (121) and be located in the first limiting groove (111) or the second limiting groove (112) to restrict the handle cover (12) from continuing to move relative to the handle body (11). In the first state, a portion of the handle cover (12) can extend out of the handle body (11) along the first direction (X), and the handle cover (12) can drive the limiting member (13) to move to the first limiting groove (111); in the second state, a portion of the handle cover (12) can retract into the handle body (11) along the first direction (X), and the handle cover (12) can drive the limiting member (13) to move to the second limiting groove (112).

2. The handle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The handle (11) is also provided with a guide groove (113), which connects the first limiting groove (111) and the second limiting groove (112). The guide groove (113) can guide the limiting member (13) to move between the first limiting groove (111) and the second limiting groove (112). Along the second direction (Z), the depth of the first limiting groove (111) and the depth of the second limiting groove (112) are both greater than the depth of the guide groove (113); Along the third direction (Y), the width of the first limiting groove (111) and the width of the second limiting groove (112) are both greater than the width of the guide groove (113); The directions of the first direction (X), the second direction (Z), and the third direction (Y) are perpendicular to each other.

3. The handle according to claim 1, characterized in that, Along the second direction (Z), the depth of the mounting groove (121) is greater than the height of the limiting member (13).

4. The handle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The handle (11) is also provided with a third limiting groove (114), and the side wall of the third limiting groove (114) is provided with a limiting protrusion (114a); The handle cover (12) is provided with a limiting part (122) protruding toward the handle body (11), and the limiting part (122) is provided with a relief part (122a); The limiting part (122) cooperates with the third limiting groove (114), the avoidance part (122a) cooperates with the limiting protrusion (114a), and a portion of the structure of the limiting part (122) can abut against the limiting protrusion (114a) to restrict the limiting part (122) from disengaging from the third limiting groove (114) along the second direction (Z).

5. The handle according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The handle (11) is also provided with a receiving groove (115), the handle cover (12) is provided in the receiving groove (115) and can move along the receiving groove (115) in the first direction (X), and the first limiting groove (111) and the second limiting groove (112) are both provided on the bottom wall of the mounting groove (121); The side wall of the receiving groove (115) is provided with a notch (115a), and the handle cover (12) can extend or retract the handle body (11) along the notch (115a).

6. The handle according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The handle (10) also includes a fixing member (14) and a connecting member (15), the fixing member (14) being used to install to the container body (20); The handle (11) is provided with an outwardly protruding fixing part (116), and the fixing part (116) is provided with a receiving hole (116a); Part of the structure of the fastener (14) is located inside the receiving hole (116a), and part of the structure of the connector (15) passes through the handle (11) and is connected to the fastener (14).

7. The handle according to claim 6, characterized in that, The handle (10) also includes a shield (16), which is sleeved on the outside of the fixing part (116) and the fixing part (14).

8. The handle according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The limiting member (13) is a spherical structure.

9. A cooking container, characterized in that, The cooking container (100) includes: The container body (20) is provided with a first receiving cavity (21); A steamer rack (30) is disposed within the first receiving cavity (21), and the edge of the steamer rack (30) overlaps the edge of the container body (20). A container lid (40) that can cover the container body (20), with the edge of the container lid (40) overlapping the edge of the steamer (30); A handle (10) is mounted on the side wall of the container body (20), and the handle (10) is the handle (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 8; In the first state, a portion of the handle cap (12) is able to extend out of the handle body (11) along the first direction (X) and be positioned above the edge of the container cap (40); in the second state, a portion of the handle cap (12) is able to move away from the container cap (40) along the first direction (X) and retract the handle body (11).

10. The cooking container according to claim 9, characterized in that, The cooking container (100) also includes a steamer rack (50), the steamer rack (30) is provided with a second receiving cavity (31), and the steamer rack (50) can be disposed in the second receiving cavity (31); The side wall of the steamer (30) is provided with an inwardly protruding first support part (32) and a second support part (33). The first support part (32) is closer to the container lid (40) than the second support part (33). Both the first support part (32) and the second support part (33) can support the steamer (50). The edge of the steamer (50) is provided with a clearance opening (51), which can avoid the first support part (32) so that the steamer (50) can be placed on the second support part (33).

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