A grinding and brewing integrated assembly for a coffee machine

Abstract

The utility model relates to a kind of grinding bean brewing integrated assembly for coffee machine, including powder receiver, assembly support, grinding mechanism and brewing mechanism, powder receiver has feed inlet, grinding mechanism has powder outlet, brewing mechanism has brewing water outlet end, grinding mechanism is adjacent with brewing mechanism and is connected with assembly support cooperation respectively, assembly support is equipped with first passageway and second passageway, feed inlet is communicated with powder outlet and brewing water outlet end respectively by first passageway and second passageway, powder receiver can sequentially complete the action of receiving coffee powder from grinding mechanism again from brewing mechanism brewing coffee without needing multiple connection actions, simplify the operation difficulty of user.Simultaneously, without extra setting multiple joints, the volume of coffee machine can be relatively reduced, and the space position occupied by coffee machine is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of household appliances, specifically to an integrated coffee grinding and brewing assembly for a coffee machine. Background Technology

[0002] Patent document CN214208078U discloses "a coffee grinder", the description of which includes "a coffee grinder, comprising a body, a grinding mechanism, a brewing mechanism and a funnel assembly; the body is provided with at least a grinding chamber and a brewing chamber, the grinding mechanism includes a bean storage assembly, a bean grinding assembly, an adjusting assembly and a powder dispensing assembly, the bean storage assembly is located above the body and its discharge end is connected to the grinding chamber, the bean grinding assembly is located in the grinding chamber, the feed end of the bean grinding assembly is connected to the discharge end of the bean storage assembly, the adjusting assembly is located between the bean storage assembly and the bean grinding assembly, the powder dispensing assembly is located below the grinding chamber and is connected to the discharge end of the bean grinding assembly; rotating the bean storage assembly, the adjusting assembly can control the opening and closing of the discharge end of the bean storage assembly and the adjustment of the grinding coarseness of the bean grinding assembly; the brewing mechanism is located in the brewing chamber; the funnel assembly is used to start the bean grinding assembly and receive the coffee powder output by the powder dispensing assembly when connected to the powder dispensing assembly, and after receiving the coffee powder, it is connected to the brewing head assembly to brew coffee and output coffee."

[0003] When using the coffee machine, users need to first connect the funnel assembly to the powder dispenser to receive coffee grounds, then remove the funnel assembly from the dispenser and connect the coffee-filled funnel assembly to the brewing head assembly to brew the coffee. This process is relatively complex, requiring users to hold the funnel assembly and make multiple connection movements between the dispenser and brewing head, increasing the operational difficulty. Furthermore, because both the dispenser and brewing head assemblies require connectors corresponding to the funnel assembly, the overall size of the coffee machine is relatively large, requiring more space.

[0004] Therefore, further improvements are needed. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the shortcomings of the existing technology and provide an integrated coffee grinder and brewing assembly for coffee machines. By setting a first channel and a second channel on the assembly bracket, the coffee powder receiver can complete the two steps of receiving coffee powder and brewing coffee in the same position, eliminating the need for multiple connection steps and simplifying the user's operation. At the same time, it eliminates the need for multiple additional connectors for connecting to the coffee powder receiver, thus reducing the size of the coffee machine and the space it occupies.

[0006] The purpose of this utility model is achieved as follows:

[0007] A coffee machine grinding and brewing integrated assembly includes a powder receiver, an assembly support, a grinding mechanism, and a brewing mechanism. The powder receiver has a feed inlet, the grinding mechanism has a powder outlet, and the brewing mechanism has a brewing outlet. The grinding mechanism and the brewing mechanism are arranged adjacent to each other and are respectively connected to the assembly support. The assembly support is provided with a first channel and a second channel. The feed inlet is connected to the powder outlet and the brewing outlet through the first channel and the second channel, respectively.

[0008] As a specific solution, the assembly bracket is provided with an interface, which is connected to the first channel and the second channel respectively. The powder receiver and the interface are detachable from each other and are connected and fixed by a locking mechanism.

[0009] As a specific embodiment, the extension directions of the first and second channels form a confluence area within the assembly bracket, with the interface located below the confluence area and the powder outlet and the brewing water outlet located above the confluence area, respectively.

[0010] As a specific embodiment, the main body of the assembly bracket is arranged vertically, the first channel penetrates the side wall of the assembly bracket radially, and the second channel, the intersection area and the interface are distributed sequentially from top to bottom.

[0011] The powder outlet extends at least partially into the inside of the first channel, and the brewing mechanism abuts against the outside of the first channel and the upper side of the second channel, respectively.

[0012] As a specific embodiment, the assembly bracket is equipped with a valve that can control the opening or closing of the first channel, or the valve can switch back and forth between the first channel and the second channel to allow one of the first channel and the second channel to be opened.

[0013] As a specific embodiment, the valve is installed in the first channel. The valve has a first state or a second state. In the first state, the valve blocks the first channel to isolate the powder outlet from the feed inlet. In the second state, the valve opens the first channel to connect the powder outlet and the feed inlet.

[0014] The valve has a water discharge ramp, which is inclined from top to bottom toward the second channel side in the first state.

[0015] As a specific embodiment, the valve has a rotating shaft, and the valve can rotate relative to the first channel around the rotating shaft. The first channel is provided with a plate control assembly for controlling the rotational movement of the valve, and the valve switches back and forth between a first state and a second state through the plate control assembly.

[0016] As a specific embodiment, the board control assembly includes a torsion spring mounted on the rotating shaft and an electromagnetic sensor mounted on the outside of the first channel. The valve is formed by processing magnetic material. When the electromagnetic sensor is energized, it attracts the valve to rotate in the forward direction and keeps the valve in the first state. When the electromagnetic sensor is de-energized, the torsion spring drives the valve to rotate in the reverse direction and keeps the valve in the second state.

[0017] As a specific solution, a limiting part is provided on the outer side of the first channel to limit the rotation amplitude of the torsion spring.

[0018] As a specific embodiment, the brewing mechanism is connected to a water inlet pipe, and a water distribution network is provided between the water outlet end of the water inlet pipe and the brewing water outlet end, with a number of water outlet holes distributed on the water distribution network.

[0019] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0020] The coffee grounds dispenser can sequentially collect coffee grounds from the grinder and brew coffee from the brewing unit without requiring multiple connection steps, simplifying the user's operation. Furthermore, the elimination of multiple connectors for connecting to the dispenser allows for a reduction in the size of the coffee machine and the space it occupies. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a cross-sectional view of an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 1 .

[0022] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 2 .

[0023] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0024] Figure 4 This is an enlarged view of embodiment A of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 5 This is an enlarged view of embodiment B of the present invention.

[0026] Figure 6 This is an enlarged view of embodiment C of this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0028] See Figures 1-6 The coffee machine uses an integrated grinding and brewing assembly, including:

[0029] Coffee powder receiver 1 is used to receive coffee powder. After receiving the coffee powder, it can be brewed with hot water to make coffee for users to drink.

[0030] The grinding mechanism 3 is used to grind coffee beans into coffee powder. The grinding mechanism 3 has a powder outlet 31 through which the coffee powder can be discharged and finally enter the powder collector 1.

[0031] The brewing mechanism 4 is used to provide high-temperature hot water to the powder dispenser 1 to achieve the effect of brewing coffee.

[0032] The assembly bracket 2 is used to connect and cooperate with the coffee receiving device 1, the coffee grinding mechanism 3 and the brewing mechanism 4, so that the coffee receiving device 1, the coffee grinding mechanism 3 and the brewing mechanism 4 form a whole.

[0033] The coffee powder receiver 1 has a feed inlet 11, and the brewing mechanism 4 has a brewing outlet 41. The grinding mechanism 3 and the brewing mechanism 4 are arranged adjacent to each other and are connected to the assembly bracket 2. The assembly bracket 2 has a first channel 21 and a second channel 22. The feed inlet 11 is connected to the coffee powder outlet 31 and the brewing outlet 41 through the first channel 21 and the second channel 22, respectively. The coffee powder receiver 1 can complete the actions of receiving coffee powder from the grinding mechanism 3 and brewing coffee from the brewing mechanism 4 sequentially without multiple connection operations, simplifying the user's operation. At the same time, without the need for multiple additional connectors for connecting to the coffee powder receiver 1, the size of the coffee machine can be reduced, and the space occupied by the coffee machine can be minimized.

[0034] Preferably, the powder receiver 1 is provided with a handle portion 12 extending outward toward the assembly bracket 2, so as to facilitate the user to pick up the powder receiver 1.

[0035] Furthermore, the assembly bracket 2 is provided with an interface 23, which is connected to the first channel 21 and the second channel 22 respectively. The powder dispenser 2 and the interface 23 are detachable from each other and are connected and fixed by a locking mechanism. The locking mechanism can adopt a conventional snap-fit ​​structure or screw-fit structure, which are commonly used in the coffee machine field, so that the powder dispenser 1 can be quickly disassembled and assembled with the assembly bracket 2.

[0036] The coffee powder produced by the grinding mechanism 3 and the high-temperature hot water produced by the brewing mechanism 4 can enter the powder receiving device 1 through the first channel 21 and the second channel 22 via the feed inlet 11.

[0037] Furthermore, the extension directions of the first channel 21 and the second channel 22 form a junction area 24 within the assembly bracket 2. The interface 23 is located below the junction area 24, and the powder outlet 31 and the brewing water outlet 41 are located above the junction area 24, respectively. Under the influence of gravity, the coffee powder flows more easily to the junction area 24 and then further to the feed inlet 11.

[0038] Furthermore, the main body of the assembly bracket 2 is arranged vertically, the first channel 21 penetrates the side wall of the assembly bracket 2 radially, and the second channel 22, the junction area 24 and the interface 23 are distributed from top to bottom. When the high temperature water passes through the powder outlet end of the first channel 21, it can carry the residual coffee powder downward into the feed inlet 11, thereby improving the utilization efficiency of the coffee powder.

[0039] The powder outlet 31 extends at least partially into the inner side of the first channel 21, and the brewing mechanism 4 abuts against the outer side of the first channel 21 and the upper side of the second channel 22 respectively, making the connection structure between the grinding mechanism 3 and the assembly more compact, while reducing the chance of coffee powder accidentally leaking out from the connection position between the powder outlet 31 and the first channel 21.

[0040] Furthermore, the assembly bracket 2 is equipped with a valve 5, which can control the opening or closing of the first channel 21, or the valve can switch back and forth between the first channel 21 and the second channel 22 to allow one of the first channel 21 and the second channel 22 to be opened. The valve 5 can reduce the chance of liquid accidentally entering the first channel 21.

[0041] Furthermore, valve 5 is disposed within the first channel 21, and valve 5 has a first state or a second state.

[0042] like Figure 1 , Figure 4 As shown, in the first state, valve 5 blocks the first channel 21 to isolate the powder outlet 31 from the feed inlet 11. When the brewing mechanism 4 starts working and adds water to the feed inlet 11 through the second channel 22, valve 5 will be in the first state to prevent hot water from accidentally entering the first channel 21 or even the grinding mechanism 3. The first channel 21 will not be blocked due to the presence of a mixture of coffee powder and water.

[0043] like Figure 2 , Figure 5 As shown, in the second state, valve 5 opens the first channel 21 to connect the powder outlet 31 with the feed inlet 11, so that the coffee powder generated by the grinding mechanism 3 can smoothly pass through the first channel 21 and enter the feed inlet 11.

[0044] The valve 5 has a water discharge slope 51, which is inclined from top to bottom toward the side of the second channel 22 in the first state, which can reduce the chance of liquid residue on the surface of the valve 5.

[0045] Furthermore, the valve 5 has a rotating shaft 52, which allows the valve 5 to rotate relative to the first channel 21 around the rotating shaft 52. The first channel 21 is provided with a plate control assembly for controlling the rotation of the valve 5. The valve 5 switches back and forth between the first state and the second state through the plate control assembly, which simplifies the movement mode of the valve 5 and allows the valve 5 to achieve the effect of switching back and forth between the first state and the second state through a relatively simple transmission structure.

[0046] Furthermore, the board control assembly includes a torsion spring 6 mounted on the rotating shaft 52 and an electromagnetic sensor 7 mounted on the outside of the first channel 21. The valve 5 is formed by processing a magnetic material. When the electromagnetic sensor 7 is energized, it attracts the valve 5 to rotate in the forward direction and keeps the valve 5 in the first state. When the electromagnetic sensor 7 is de-energized, the torsion spring 6 drives the valve 5 to rotate in the reverse direction and keeps the valve 5 in the second state. The electromagnetic sensor 7 allows users to easily control the movement state of the valve 5 through electronic control, improving control accuracy. At the same time, in conjunction with the torsion spring 6, the valve 5 can achieve an automatic reset effect, further simplifying the drive structure of the valve 5.

[0047] Furthermore, a limiting part 211 is provided on the outer side of the first channel 21 to limit the rotation amplitude of the torsion spring 6, which can prevent the torsion spring 6 from being damaged due to excessive rotation.

[0048] Furthermore, the brewing mechanism 4 is connected to a water inlet pipe 8. A water distribution net 9 is provided between the water outlet end of the water inlet pipe 8 and the brewing water outlet end 41. The water distribution net 9 has several water outlet holes 91 distributed on it. The water distribution net 9 can block the coffee powder to a certain extent, reducing the chance of the coffee powder coming into contact with the water outlet end of the water inlet pipe 8. At the same time, the water distribution net 9 can also make the hot water flow more evenly to the feed port 11, which not only improves the brewing effect, but also further reduces the chance of the coffee powder in the powder collector 1 splashing up due to the impact of the water flow.

[0049] The working process of this utility model is as follows:

[0050] First, the coffee powder receiver 1 is connected and fixed to the interface 23 by the locking mechanism. Then, the coffee grinding mechanism 3 is started. As the coffee powder produced by the coffee grinding mechanism 3 passes through the powder outlet 31 and the first channel 21, the electromagnetic sensor 7 enters the first use state, keeping the valve 5 in the first state and keeping the first channel 21 open. The coffee powder enters the coffee powder receiver 1 through the first channel 21 and the feed inlet 11.

[0051] Next, the electromagnetic sensor 7 switches from the first operating state to the second operating state. Under the action of the electromagnetic sensor 7 and the torsion spring 6, the valve 5 switches to the second state, the first channel 21 is closed, the first brewing mechanism 4 starts, and high-temperature hot water enters the second channel 22 from the brewing outlet 41, and finally flows into the powder receiver 1 through the feed inlet to complete the coffee brewing action.

[0052] Throughout the entire coffee brewing process, from grinding to brewing, the positions of the coffee dispenser 1, the grinding mechanism 3, and the brewing mechanism 4 remain unchanged. There is no need to set up a complex transmission mechanism for moving the positions of the coffee dispenser 1, the grinding mechanism 3, and the brewing mechanism 4, which simplifies both user operation and the structure of the equipment.

[0053] The above embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model, and other implementations are also possible. Those skilled in the art can make equivalent modifications or substitutions without departing from the spirit of this utility model, and all such equivalent modifications or substitutions are included within the scope set forth in the claims of this application.

Claims

1. A coffee machine's integrated grinding and brewing assembly, characterized in that, The assembly includes a powder receiving device (1), an assembly support (2), a grinding mechanism (3), and a brewing mechanism (4). The powder receiving device (1) has a feed inlet (11), the grinding mechanism (3) has a powder outlet (31), and the brewing mechanism (4) has a brewing water outlet (41). The grinding mechanism (3) and the brewing mechanism (4) are arranged adjacent to each other and are connected to the assembly support (2). The assembly support (2) is provided with a first channel (21) and a second channel (22). The feed inlet (11) is connected to the powder outlet (31) and the brewing water outlet (41) through the first channel (21) and the second channel (22), respectively.

2. The integrated coffee grinding and brewing assembly for a coffee machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The assembly bracket (2) is provided with an interface (23), which is connected to the first channel (21) and the second channel (22) respectively. The powder receiver (1) and the interface (23) are detachable from each other and are connected and fixed by a locking mechanism.

3. The integrated coffee grinding and brewing assembly for a coffee machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The extension directions of the first channel (21) and the second channel (22) form a junction area (24) within the assembly bracket (2). The interface (23) is located below the junction area (24), and the powder outlet (31) and the brewing water outlet (41) are located above the junction area (24), respectively.

4. The integrated coffee grinding and brewing assembly for a coffee machine according to claim 3, characterized in that: The main body of the assembly bracket (2) is arranged vertically, the first channel (21) penetrates the side wall of the assembly bracket (2) radially, and the second channel (22), the intersection area (24) and the interface (23) are distributed from top to bottom; The powder outlet (31) extends at least partially into the inner side of the first channel (21), and the brewing mechanism (4) abuts against the outer side of the first channel (21) and the upper side of the second channel (22).

5. The integrated coffee grinding and brewing assembly for a coffee machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The assembly bracket (2) is provided with a valve (5), which can control the opening or closing of the first channel (21), or the valve can switch back and forth between the first channel (21) and the second channel (22) to allow one of the first channel (21) and the second channel (22) to be opened.

6. The integrated coffee grinding and brewing assembly for a coffee machine according to claim 5, characterized in that: The valve (5) is installed in the first channel (21). The valve (5) has a first state or a second state. In the first state, the valve (5) blocks the first channel (21) to isolate the powder outlet (31) from the feed inlet (11). In the second state, the valve (5) opens the first channel (21) to connect the powder outlet (31) with the feed inlet (11). The valve (5) has a water discharge slope (51), which is inclined from top to bottom toward the side of the second channel (22) in the first state.

7. The integrated coffee grinding and brewing assembly for a coffee machine according to claim 6, characterized in that: The valve (5) has a rotating shaft (52) and can rotate relative to the first channel (21) around the rotating shaft (52). The first channel (21) is provided with a plate control assembly for controlling the rotation of the valve (5). The valve (5) switches back and forth between the first state and the second state through the plate control assembly.

8. The integrated coffee grinding and brewing assembly for a coffee machine according to claim 7, characterized in that: The control assembly includes a torsion spring (6) on the rotating shaft (52) and an electromagnetic sensor (7) on the outside of the first channel (21). The valve (5) is formed by processing magnetic material. When the electromagnetic sensor (7) is energized, the electromagnetic sensor (7) attracts the valve (5) to rotate in the forward direction and keeps the valve (5) in the first state. When the electromagnetic sensor (7) is de-energized, the torsion spring (6) drives the valve (5) to rotate in the reverse direction and keeps the valve (5) in the second state.

9. The integrated coffee grinding and brewing assembly for a coffee machine according to claim 8, characterized in that: The outer side of the first channel (21) is provided with a limiting part (211) for limiting the rotation amplitude of the torsion spring (6).

10. The integrated coffee grinding and brewing assembly for a coffee machine according to any one of claims 1-9, characterized in that: The brewing mechanism (4) is connected to a water inlet pipe (8), and a water distribution net (9) is provided between the water outlet end of the water inlet pipe (8) and the brewing water outlet end (41), and a number of water outlet holes (91) are distributed on the water distribution net (9).

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