Food processor

Abstract

The application provides a food processor. The food processor comprises a base, a stirring cup assembly and a cover. The base is internally provided with a first electronic assembly, and the stirring cup assembly is detachably assembled to the base. The cover is rotatably assembled to the top of the base, and the cover is internally provided with a second electronic assembly. The cover has a closed position and an open position. In the closed position, the cover is arranged above the stirring cup assembly, and the first electronic assembly is electrically connected with the second electronic assembly. In the open position, the first electronic assembly is disconnected with the second electronic assembly, and a dismounting space capable of dismounting the stirring cup assembly is formed above the stirring cup assembly. In this scheme, the stirring cup assembly can be freely taken, and the safety of the food processor can be ensured.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of small household appliance technology, and more specifically, to a food processor. Background Technology

[0002] Some food processors have control panels that are inconveniently located for users. For example, users may have to look at the screen at an angle, or the control panel may be too far away from the user's line of sight, resulting in a poor user experience. Adding a lid to the top of the base can obstruct the removal of the blending cup assembly. Furthermore, the relative position of the lid and blending cup must be carefully considered before operation to ensure safety. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This application provides a food processor that allows for easy removal of the mixing cup component after the lid is installed, while also ensuring the safety of the food processor.

[0004] A food processor, comprising:

[0005] A base, wherein a first electronic component is disposed within the base;

[0006] The stirring cup assembly is detachably assembled to the base;

[0007] The cover is rotatably assembled on the top of the base. The cover contains a second electronic component. The cover has a closed position and an open position. In the closed position, the cover covers the mixing cup assembly. The first electronic component is electrically connected to the second electronic component. In the open position, the first component is disconnected from the second electronic component. A disassembly space is formed above the mixing cup assembly, allowing the mixing cup assembly to be disassembled.

[0008] The food processor provided in this application allows the blending cup assembly to be freely disassembled by rotating the lid, which can then be moved closer to or further away from the assembly. Furthermore, in the closed position, the first electronic component and the second electronic component are electrically connected, allowing the food processor to operate and ensuring its safe operation.

[0009] Optionally, the cover is hinged to the base, with the hinge axis parallel to the height direction of the base. The cover rotates along the vertical hinge axis, allowing it to rotate in the horizontal plane without occupying space in the height direction.

[0010] Optionally, the lid is hinged to the base, with the hinge axis perpendicular to the height direction of the base. The lid rotates along the horizontal hinge axis, allowing it to flip up and down, thus enabling the mixing cup assembly to be retrieved with a relatively small flip angle.

[0011] Optionally, the cover and the base are hinged together via a universal joint. This allows for greater freedom of movement of the cover and more flexible flipping.

[0012] Optionally, one of the base and the cover is provided with a rotatable hinge, and the other is provided with a hinge engagement part, wherein the hinge and the hinge engagement part are detachably connected. This allows the cover to be removed from the base for easy cleaning and maintenance.

[0013] Optionally, the hinge portion includes a locking hole, and the hinge mating portion includes a hinge shaft, which is engaged within the locking hole. This configuration achieves a rotatable connection between the cover and the base, and also facilitates the assembly and disassembly of the cover and the base, making assembly and disassembly convenient.

[0014] Optionally, the hinge portion further includes a limiting structure that restricts the opening angle of the cover. During the rotation from the closed position to the open position, the limiting structure can be blocked. In this way, the limiting structure can limit the rotation angle of the cover, preventing it from becoming too large.

[0015] Optionally, the hinge pin is provided with damping. By providing damping, the hinge can be stopped at any position between the closed position and the open position without the need for other parts for positioning, thus simplifying the structure.

[0016] Optionally, the cover includes a cover housing and a panel, the cover housing and the panel together forming a storage cavity, and the second electronic component is housed within the storage cavity. The second electronic component includes a control board, and the panel is provided with the control unit, which is connected to the control board for inputting control commands to the control board. This design is advantageous for space utilization and integrates the control unit into the cover, making the cover a control module independent of the base, resulting in a more novel structure.

[0017] Optionally, the cover also includes a decorative ring disposed at the junction of the cover housing and the panel. The decorative ring can enhance the appearance of the cover.

[0018] Optionally, the base also includes a motor, and the mixing cup assembly includes a mixing cup, a heating plate and a blade assembly disposed at the bottom of the mixing cup, with the motor shaft being drively connected to the blade assembly. This mixing cup assembly has heating and stirring functions, making its functions and applications more diverse.

[0019] Optionally, the mixing cup assembly includes a mixing cup, a heating plate, a blade assembly, and a motor disposed at the bottom of the mixing cup, with the motor shaft fixedly connected to the blade assembly. With this configuration, the motor is integrated into the bottom of the mixing cup, and the motor shaft is fixedly connected to the blade assembly. The motor can directly drive the blade assembly, and the engagement between the motor shaft and the blade shaft does not require positioning or a positioning structure, thus simplifying the structure.

[0020] Optionally, the base further includes a bottom coupler located at the bottom, and the mixing cup assembly further includes a cup body coupler. The bottom coupler can be plugged into the cup body coupler when the mixing cup assembly is assembled on the base, and the bottom coupler is disengaged from the cup body coupler after the mixing cup assembly is disassembled. This configuration achieves electrical connection and signal transmission between the base and the mixing cup assembly.

[0021] Optionally, the mixing cup has a cup cavity, and in the closed position, the lid seals the cup cavity and has a vent. The lid can also be used as a cup lid, simplifying the structure of the mixing cup assembly. Furthermore, the vent allows the lid to also have a venting and pressure relief function, preventing excessive pressure inside the cup cavity. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figures 1 to 14 The diagram shown is a schematic representation of one embodiment of the food processor of this application;

[0023] Figure 15 and Figure 16 The diagram shown is a schematic representation of another embodiment of the food processor of this application;

[0024] Figure 17 and Figure 18 The diagram shown is a schematic representation of another embodiment of the food processor of this application;

[0025] Figure 19 The diagram shown is a schematic representation of another embodiment of the food processor of this application;

[0026] Figure 20 and Figure 21 The diagram shown is a schematic representation of one embodiment of the food processor of this application;

[0027] Figure 22 This is a schematic diagram of a food processor according to another embodiment of this application, wherein the lid is in the closed position;

[0028] Figure 23 for Figure 22 Another schematic diagram of the food processor shown in the image shows the lid in the open position;

[0029] Figure 24 This is a schematic diagram of the machine base;

[0030] Figure 25This is a bottom view of the hood;

[0031] Figure 26 for Figure 22 The image shows a cross-sectional view of the food processor.

[0032] Figure 27 yes Figure 22 A schematic diagram of the center hood;

[0033] Figure 28 for Figure 22 Another exploded view of the food processor is shown. Detailed Implementation

[0034] The technical solutions in the embodiments (or "implementations") of this application will be clearly and completely described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. When the following description relates to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numbers in different drawings represent the same or similar elements.

[0035] If the embodiments of this application contain terms relating to directional indications or positional relationships (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, inside, outside, top, bottom, center, vertical, horizontal, longitudinal, transverse, length, width, counterclockwise, clockwise, axial, radial, circumferential, etc.), such terms are only used to explain the relative positional relationships and movement of the components in a specific posture (as shown in the attached figures); if the specific posture changes, the directional indications or positional relationships will also change accordingly. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" used in the embodiments of this application are only for descriptive convenience and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0036] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 The food processor 100 can be used to make soy milk, rice paste, juice, etc. The food processor 100 includes a base 10, a blending cup assembly 20, and a lid 30.

[0037] The base 10 includes a base 11 and a support 12 extending upward from the base 11. The support 12 and the base 11 can be integrally formed, or they can be formed separately and then assembled together.

[0038] Please see Figures 3 to 5 The mixing cup assembly 20 is assembled onto the base 11. The mixing cup assembly 20 includes a mixing cup 21, a heating plate 22 disposed at the bottom of the mixing cup 21, and a blade assembly 23. The mixing cup 21 is used to hold food ingredients, the heating plate 22 is used to heat the food ingredients inside the mixing cup 21, and the blade assembly 23 is used to mix and pulverize the food ingredients inside the mixing cup 21. Please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 13The stirring cup 21 includes a cup body 219 and a handle 218. The cup body 219 has a spout 2191, which is positioned opposite to the handle. The cross-section of the cup body 219 can be approximately square, allowing the stirring cup 21 to be made shorter while maintaining the same volume. The stirring cup 21 has baffles 214 at its four corners, but these baffles may not be present. In other embodiments, the cross-section of the cup body 219 can be circular or other shapes.

[0039] The lid 30 is assembled to the support base 12, and the lid 30 covers the mixing cup assembly 20. Figure 1 and Figure 2 In the illustrated embodiment, the cover 30 is rotatably assembled to the support base 12.

[0040] In another embodiment, the cover 30 is rotatably assembled to the support base 12 in a horizontal direction.

[0041] In yet another embodiment (see Figure 21 and Figure 22 The cover 30 is detachably assembled to the support base 12.

[0042] The support base 12 houses a power board 13, and the cover 30 houses a control board 31 electrically connected to the power board 13. A motor 40 is located within the base 11 or at the bottom of the mixing cup 21. The motor 40 includes an output shaft 41, and the blade assembly 23 is located at the top of the output shaft 41. In one embodiment, the motor 40 is a brushless motor without a rear end cover, resulting in a lower overall height for the motor 40, which helps reduce the overall height of the food processor 100. In other embodiments, the motor 40 can also be a conventional brushed motor or a brushless motor.

[0043] Since the power board 13 is located inside the support base 12 and the control board 31 is located inside the cover 30, the power board 13, control board 31 and motor 40 are not stacked together. By reasonably arranging the positions of the three, the height of the food processor 100 can be effectively reduced, so that the overall height of the food processor 100 is no more than 280 mm, making it more compact and exquisite. In this way, the vibration generated by the food processor 100 during operation can be reduced, and it occupies less space.

[0044] In another embodiment, the power board 13 and control board 31 are both disposed within the cover 30, and the motor 40 is disposed within the base 11 or at the bottom of the mixing cup 21, which also reduces the height of the food processor 100. In yet another embodiment, the power board 13 and control board 31 are both disposed within the cover 30, and the motor 40 is disposed within the lid of the mixing cup assembly 20. In yet another embodiment, the power board 13 is disposed within the support base 12, the control board 31 is disposed within the cover 30, and the motor 40 is disposed within the lid of the mixing cup assembly 20.

[0045] Please see Figure 3 and Figure 4 The mixing cup assembly 20 includes a lid 25 covering the mixing cup 21. The lid 25 is equipped with a magnet 259, and the cover 30 is equipped with a reed switch 39 corresponding to the magnet 259. When the cover 30 is placed on the mixing cup 21, the reed switch 39 closes under the magnetic force of the magnet 259, allowing the control panel 31 to open. When the cover 30 is opened, the reed switch 39 disengages due to being away from the magnet 259, preventing the control panel 31 from opening. This prevents the control panel 31 from opening when the cover 30 is not fully closed, making it safer to use. The lid 25, positioned below the cover 30, provides heat insulation, preventing the cover 30 from overheating and protecting the control panel 31. In the illustrated embodiment, the lid 25 has a recess 255 for easy gripping by the user.

[0046] In one embodiment, the blade assembly 23 is detachably disposed at the bottom of the mixing cup 21. See also... Figure 5 The motor 40 is located at the bottom of the stirring cup 21, and the output shaft 41 of the motor 40 passes through the heating plate 22. A rotating shaft 48 is located at the top of the output shaft 41, and the blade assembly 23 is detachably assembled to the rotating shaft 48. Specifically, as... Figure 14 As shown, the rotating shaft 48 has multiple longitudinally extending ribs 480, which deflect circumferentially along the rotating shaft 48. The blade assembly 23 includes a blade holder 231 sleeved on the rotating shaft 48 and blades 232 fixed to the blade holder 231. The blade holder 231 has convex angles (not shown) that match the ribs 480. After use of the food processor 100, the blade assembly 23 can be disassembled for cleaning. In another embodiment, the blade assembly 23 can be fixedly mounted on the bottom of the mixing cup 21.

[0047] Please see Figure 6 and Figure 7The mixing cup assembly 20 includes a lid 25 covering the mixing cup 21. The lid 25 has a first vent 258, and the cover 30 has a second vent 38 communicating with the first vent 258. Steam generated during heating of the ingredients in the mixing cup 21 is discharged sequentially through the first vent 258 and the second vent 38. Thus, the first vent 258 and the second vent 38 work together to achieve the venting function.

[0048] Specifically, the cup lid 25 includes an upper lid 251, a lower lid 252, and a vent sealing ring 253. The vent sealing ring 253 is clamped and limited by the upper lid 251 and the lower lid 252. The vent sealing ring 253 extends into the second vent hole 38 and is tightly attached to the inner wall of the second vent hole 38. The vent sealing ring 253 has a connecting hole 2531 that connects the first vent hole 258 and the second vent hole 38. Steam is discharged sequentially through the first vent hole 258, the connecting hole 2531, and the second vent hole 38. By providing the vent sealing ring 253, steam leakage between the first vent hole 258 and the second vent hole 38 can be prevented.

[0049] Please see Figure 10 The cover 30 includes a cover housing 37, a panel 36, and a control panel box 35. The control panel 31 is disposed inside the cover housing 37, and the control panel box 35 covers the control panel 31. The panel 36 is fixed to the control panel box 35. The cover housing 37 includes a surrounding rib 370 that forms the second exhaust hole 38. The panel 36 has a first through hole 360 ​​corresponding to the second exhaust hole 38. This design is simple and easy to assemble. The top of the cover housing 37 has a limiting rib 375 surrounding the panel 36, which limits the position of the panel 36.

[0050] A sealing ring 371 is provided between the reinforcing rib 370 and the panel 36, and the sealing ring 371 has a second through hole 372 corresponding to the first through hole 360, and the diameter of the second through hole 372 is larger than the diameter of the through hole 360. By providing the sealing ring 371, steam is prevented from entering the space where the control plate 31 is located through the gap between the reinforcing rib 370 and the panel 36. At the same time, since the diameter of the second through hole 372 is larger than the diameter of the through hole 360, the sealing ring 371 is not exposed, resulting in a more aesthetically pleasing appearance. The panel 36 can be made of glass, PC, IMD, or PVC, etc., and is not limited to these materials.

[0051] Please see Figure 8 and Figure 9The cover 30 is rotatably assembled to the top of the support base 12 via a pivot 341. Thus, the cover 30 can rotate relative to the support base 12 by providing the pivot 341. In one embodiment, the pivot 341 is disposed on the cover 30, and the support base 12 has a corresponding shaft hole that mates with the pivot 341. In another embodiment, the pivot 341 is disposed on the support base 12, and the cover 30 has a corresponding shaft hole that mates with the pivot 341.

[0052] The cover 30 includes a cover housing 37, the rotating shaft 341 is fixed to the cover housing 37, and the support base 12 is provided with a corresponding sliding sleeve 342. The sliding sleeve 342 is provided with a shaft hole 343 that mates with the rotating shaft 341. In this way, the rotation of the rotating shaft 341 is prevented from causing wear to the support base 12, and the rotation is smoother.

[0053] The cover 30 includes a pin 344 and an elastic element 345 disposed on the cover housing 37. The support base 12 is correspondingly provided with a slide rail 120. The elastic element 345 applies an elastic force to the pin 344 in the direction of the slide rail 120, causing the pin 344 to press against the slide rail 120. The elastic force applied to the pin 344 by the elastic element 345 causes the pin 344 to press against the slide rail 120. The force of the pin 344 on the slide rail allows the cover 30 to remain at a certain angle after opening. The slide rail 120 has an arc surface, and during the opening or closing of the cover 30, the pin 344 slides back and forth along the arc surface of the slide rail 120. In the illustrated embodiment, the rotating shaft 341 is fixed to the cover housing 37 by a pressure plate 348. Specifically, fasteners pass through the pressure plate 348 and the rotating shaft 341 and are locked to the cover housing 37. An elastic element 345 and a pin 344 are located between the pressure plate 348 and the slide rail 120. One end of the elastic element 345 presses against the pressure plate 348, and the other end presses against the pin 344. The pin 344 is made of a wear-resistant material, such as metal. The elastic element 345 is made of a spring, an elastic rubber ring, a metal spring, etc.

[0054] The slide rail 120 is provided with at least one limiting groove 1201 that mates with the shaft pin 344. The engagement of the shaft pin 344 with the limiting groove 1201 allows for more reliable holding of the cover 30 at a certain angle. One, two, or more limiting grooves 1201 can be provided. For example, if the cover 30 needs to be opened to an angle of 60 degrees or 90 degrees, a limiting groove 1201 is provided at the corresponding position on the slide rail 120. Of course, these are just examples and are not limited to these examples.

[0055] Please refer to Figures 11 to 12The support base 12 houses a power board box 121, and the power board 13 is disposed within the power board box 121. The support base 12 has a wire hole 122 for the lead wire to pass through and an isolation rib 123 located on one side of the wire hole 122. The isolation rib 123 extends to the upper end of the power board box 121, and the power board box 121 has a guide surface 1211 that mates with the isolation rib 123. When water from the rotating shaft 341 enters the support base 12 through the wire hole 122, it falls through the isolation rib 123 and the guide surface 1211 in sequence, preventing the water from contacting the power board 13. The guide surface 1211 is higher in the middle and lower on both sides, so that the water entering the support base 12 flows to both sides after falling onto the guide surface 1211 and falls down from both sides. The base 10 includes a bottom cover 19 disposed at the bottom, and the bottom cover 19 has a drain hole 191, through which the water falling from the guide surface 1211 is finally discharged. The power board box 121 includes a retaining rib 1214 that presses downward against the bottom cover 19, and a wire-locking groove 1215 is formed between the two retaining ribs 1214.

[0056] The motor 40 is fixed to the motor frame 49. The bottom end of the stirring cup 21 has a flange 211 extending radially inward. The heating plate 22 presses downward against the flange 211, and the motor frame 49 presses upward against the flange 211. The motor frame 49 is locked to the heating plate 22, and a seal is formed between the heating plate 22 and the flange 211 by a disc sealing ring 221. During assembly, the disc sealing ring 221 is first fitted onto the edge of the heating plate 22. Then, the heating plate 22 is inserted into the mouth of the stirring cup 21 and pressed onto the flange 211 by the disc sealing ring 221. Then, the motor frame 49, equipped with the cup sealing ring 490, is fastened to the bottom end of the stirring cup 21 from bottom to top, and the motor frame 49 is locked to the heating plate 22 by fasteners. This fixes the heating plate 22, the stirring cup 21, and the motor frame 49 together, making assembly convenient and reliable. In addition, the motor frame 49 has two through slots 499, and the fuse 498 and the thermostat 497 are placed in the two through slots 499 respectively. The fuse 498 and the thermostat 497 are pressed against the heating plate 22 by the pressure plate 496. The pressure plate 496 is fixed to the motor frame 49 by fasteners, and then the motor 40 is fixed to the motor frame 49.

[0057] The motor frame 49 is equipped with a high-voltage upper coupler 481 and a low-voltage upper coupler 482. The motor 40 includes a motor body 44 and multiple mounting feet 45 disposed on the outside of the motor body 44. The motor 40 is mounted to the motor frame 49 via the mounting feet 45. The high-voltage upper coupler 481 is located between two adjacent mounting feet 45, and the low-voltage upper coupler 482 is located between another two adjacent mounting feet 45. That is, the coupler is split into independent high-voltage upper couplers 481 and low-voltage upper couplers 482, making the high-voltage upper coupler 481 and low-voltage upper coupler 482 small enough to be accommodated between two adjacent mounting feet 45, thereby further reducing the height of the food processor 100. Preferably, the height difference between the bottom end of the motor 40 and the bottom end of the high-voltage upper coupler 481 or the bottom end of the low-voltage upper coupler 482 does not exceed 10 mm. After fixing the motor 40, the high-voltage upper coupler 481 and the low-voltage upper coupler 482 to the motor frame 49, the cup bottom cover 488 is finally installed, with the high-voltage upper coupler 481 and the low-voltage upper coupler 482 passing through the holes provided in the cup bottom cover 488.

[0058] The base 11 has a downwardly recessed groove 111. A high-voltage lower coupler 112 and a low-voltage lower coupler 113 are disposed within the groove 111. The high-voltage lower coupler 112 is connected to the high-voltage upper coupler 481, and the low-voltage lower coupler 113 is connected to the low-voltage upper coupler 482. By placing the high-voltage lower coupler 112 and the low-voltage lower coupler 113 within the groove 111, the height of the base 11 can be reduced, thereby reducing the height of the food processor 10.

[0059] Furthermore, two bosses 118 are provided in the groove 111, and the high-voltage coupler 112 and the low-voltage coupler 113 are respectively placed on the two bosses 118, thereby achieving the purpose of waterproofing.

[0060] In one embodiment, the size of the high-voltage lower coupler 112 is larger than the size of the low-voltage lower coupler 113, and correspondingly, the size of the high-voltage upper coupler 481 is larger than the size of the low-voltage upper coupler 482, thus achieving a foolproof effect. In another embodiment, the size of the high-voltage lower coupler 112 is smaller than the size of the low-voltage lower coupler 113, and correspondingly, the size of the high-voltage upper coupler 481 is smaller than the size of the low-voltage upper coupler 482, also achieving a foolproof effect.

[0061] Please see Figure 15 and Figure 16 The difference between this embodiment and the above embodiment is that the motor 40 is disposed inside the base 11. Other features are the same as those in the above embodiment and will not be described again here.

[0062] Please see Figure 17 and Figure 18 The support base 12 has a cylindrical first rotating ring 1231, and the cover 30 has a second rotating ring 1232 that mates with the first rotating ring 1231. The first rotating ring 1231 extends into the second rotating ring 1232. The first rotating ring 1231 has a notch 1233, and the inner side of the second rotating ring 1232 has a protrusion 1234 located within the notch 1233. When the cover 30 rotates relative to the support base 12, the protrusion 1234 rotates along the notch, thus enabling the cover 30 to rotate horizontally. In another embodiment, the second rotating ring 1232 extends into the first rotating ring 1231, the second rotating ring 1232 has a notch, and the inner side of the first rotating ring 1231 has a protrusion located within the notch. This also enables the cover 30 to rotate horizontally. These are just some examples and are not limited to the above examples.

[0063] Please see Figure 19 In this embodiment, the lid 30 is rotatably mounted on the support base 12, and the stirring cup assembly 20 includes a lid 25 covering the stirring cup 21, wherein the lid 25 and the lid 30 are integrally formed. Thus, the structure of the stirring cup assembly 20 is simpler.

[0064] Please see Figure 20 and Figure 21 In this embodiment, the cover 30 is detachably mounted on the support base 12. The stirring cup assembly 20 includes a cup lid 25 covering the stirring cup 21, and the cup lid 25 and the cover 30 are integrally formed. The cover 30 is provided with a first coupler electrically connected to the control board, and the support base 12 is provided with a second coupler electrically connected to the power board. When the cover 30 is assembled on the support base 12, the first coupler and the second coupler are connected, thereby realizing the electrical connection between the control board and the power board.

[0065] Please refer to Figure 22 and Figure 23 , Figure 22 This is a schematic diagram of a food processor 100 shown in another embodiment of this application, wherein the lid 30 is in the closed position. Figure 23 for Figure 22 The schematic diagram of the food processor 100 shown in the figure shows the lid 30 in the open position.

[0066] The blending cup assembly 20 is detachably assembled to the base 10, and the cover 30 is assembled to the top of the base 10, located above the blending cup assembly 20. The cover 30 is provided with a control unit (not shown) for user input of control commands. The control unit includes, but is not limited to, a touch-screen control unit or a button control unit. The control unit is located on the top of the blender 100, within the user's line of sight, and does not obstruct the view, making it easier for the user to operate.

[0067] A first electronic component (not shown) is housed within the base 10, and a second electronic component (not shown) is housed within the cover 30. The cover 30 is rotatably assembled to the top of the base 10. The cover has a closed position and an open position. In the closed position, the cover 30 covers the mixing cup assembly 20, and the first electronic component is electrically connected to the second electronic component. For example, when the cover 30 is horizontal, the mixing cup assembly 20 is not detachable. In the open position, the first electronic component is disconnected from the second electronic component, creating a detachable space above the mixing cup assembly 20. For example, when the cover 30 is vertical or tilted, the mixing cup assembly 20 is detachable. This allows the mixing cup assembly 20 to be freely detached by rotating the cover 30, moving it closer to or further away from the mixing cup assembly 20. Furthermore, the connection or disconnection of the first and second electronic components provides a signal to the food processor to identify the relative position of the mixing cup assembly 20 and the cover 30, ensuring the safe operation of the food processor. For example, the first electronic component and the second electronic component can be wirelessly connected by including matching magnetic elements, near-field communication elements, etc., or they can be connected by wired means.

[0068] In one embodiment, the cover 30 is hinged to the base 10, and the hinge axis is parallel to the height direction of the base 10. That is, the cover 30 rotates along the vertical hinge axis, allowing the cover 30 to rotate in the horizontal plane without occupying space in the height direction.

[0069] In another embodiment, the cover 30 is hinged to the base 10, with the hinge axis perpendicular to the height direction of the base 10. That is, the cover 30 rotates along the horizontal hinge axis, allowing the cover 30 to flip up and down, thus enabling the mixing cup assembly 20 to be retrieved with a relatively small flip angle.

[0070] In some other embodiments, the cover 30 is hinged to the base 10 via a universal joint. This configuration allows the cover 30 greater freedom of movement and more flexible flipping mechanism.

[0071] Please refer to Figure 24 and Figure 25 , Figure 24This is a schematic diagram of the base 10. Figure 25 This is the bottom view of the hood 30.

[0072] In one embodiment, the cover 30 is further configured to be detachably rotatably connected to the base 10. That is, the cover 30 and the base 10 are separable. This allows the cover 30 to be removed from the base 10, facilitating cleaning and maintenance. Specifically, the base 10 includes a rotatable hinge portion 101, and the cover 30 includes a hinge engagement portion 301, with the hinge portion 101 and the hinge engagement portion 301 detachably connected. For example, at least two hinge portions 101 and hinge engagement portions 301 can be provided, with each hinge portion 101 and the hinge engagement portion 301 connected in a one-to-one correspondence, thus making the rotation of the cover 30 more stable and the force more even.

[0073] In one specific embodiment, the hinge portion 101 includes a locking hole 1010, and the hinge mating portion 301 includes a hinge shaft 3010, which is engaged within the locking hole 1010. This arrangement achieves a rotatable connection between the cover 30 and the base 10, and also facilitates the assembly and disassembly of the cover 30 and the base 10, making assembly and disassembly convenient. Alternatively, the hinge portion 101 can be located on the cover 30, and the corresponding hinge mating portion 301 can be located on the base 10.

[0074] In an alternative embodiment, the hinge portion 101 further includes a limiting structure 1011, which can limit the opening angle of the cover 30. During the rotation from the closed position to the open position, the limiting structure 1011 can be blocked. In this way, the limiting structure 1011 can achieve the limiting function, preventing the cover 30 from rotating too much. Of course, damping can also be provided at the pivot of the hinge portion 101. The damping allows the hinge portion 101 to stop at any position between the closed position and the open position without the need for other parts for positioning, thus simplifying the structure.

[0075] Please refer to Figure 26 , Figure 26 for Figure 22 A cross-sectional view of the food processor 100 is shown.

[0076] In one embodiment, the cover 30 includes a cover housing 37 and a panel 36, which together form a storage cavity 300. The cover housing 37 and the panel 36 can be detachably connected, but are not limited to this. A second electronic component is housed within the storage cavity 300. The second electronic component includes a control board 31, and the panel 36 has the control unit connected to the control board 31 for inputting control commands to the control board 31. This arrangement, with the control board 31 housed within the storage cavity 300, facilitates space utilization and integrates it with the control unit within the cover 30, making the cover 30 a control module independent of the base 10, resulting in a more novel structure.

[0077] Please refer to Figure 27 , Figure 26 for Figure 22 A schematic diagram of the cover 30 is shown.

[0078] The cover 30 may further include a decorative ring 34, which is disposed at the junction of the cover housing 37 and the panel 36. The decorative ring 34 can enhance the appearance of the cover 30. The decorative ring 34 can be provided separately, for example, made of metal. The decorative ring 34 can also be integrally formed with the panel 36, and a high-gloss decorative layer can be formed at the edge of the panel 36 by electroplating.

[0079] Please refer to this again. Figure 26 In one embodiment, the base 10 further includes a motor 40, and the stirring cup assembly 20 includes a stirring cup 21, a heating plate 22 disposed at the bottom of the stirring cup 21, and a blade assembly 23. The motor shaft of the motor 40 is drively connected to the blade assembly 23. This stirring cup assembly 20 has heating and stirring functions, making its functions and applications more diverse. A lower clutch can be provided at the upper end of the motor shaft for engaging with an upper clutch at the lower end of the blade shaft.

[0080] In one embodiment, the mixing cup 21 has a cup cavity 210. In the closed position, the lid 30 seals the cup cavity 210, and the lid 30 also has a vent 38. This configuration allows the lid 30 to also function as a cup lid, simplifying the structure of the mixing cup assembly 20. Furthermore, the vent 38 provides the lid 30 with a venting and pressure relief function, preventing excessive pressure within the cup cavity 210.

[0081] In one embodiment, an exhaust sealing ring 253 may also be provided inside the exhaust port 38. The exhaust sealing ring 253 can seal the inner wall of the exhaust port 38. The exhaust sealing ring 253 has a hole at its center, through which steam can be discharged to prevent steam leakage.

[0082] In one embodiment, the first electronic component includes a power board 13, which is assembled within a power board housing 121 and electrically connected to a control board 31. The power board 13 is connected to mains power via a power cord, and after voltage conversion, it is used to power the control board 31 and for signal transmission.

[0083] In some other embodiments, the mixing cup assembly 20 includes a mixing cup 21, a heating plate 22, a blade assembly 23, and a motor 40 disposed at the bottom of the mixing cup 21. The motor shaft of the motor 40 is fixedly connected to the blade assembly 23. That is, the motor 40 is integrated and installed at the bottom of the mixing cup 21, and the motor shaft is fixedly connected to the blade assembly 23. The motor can directly drive the blade assembly, and the engagement between the motor shaft and the blade shaft does not require positioning. The mixing cup assembly 20 and the base 10 do not need to be configured with positioning structures, thus simplifying the structure.

[0084] Please refer to Figure 28 , Figure 28 yes Figure 22 Another exploded view of the food processor 100 shown in the image.

[0085] In one embodiment, the base 10 further includes a bottom coupler 104 disposed at the bottom, and the stirring cup assembly 20 further includes a cup body coupler 201. The bottom coupler 104 can be plugged into the cup body coupler 201 when the stirring cup assembly 20 is assembled to the base 10, and can be disengaged from the cup body coupler 201 after the stirring cup assembly 20 is disassembled. This configuration realizes the electrical connection and signal transmission between the base 10 and the stirring cup assembly 20. The bottom coupler 104 is also connected to the power board 13.

[0086] In one embodiment, the base 10 includes a base 11 and a support 12 extending upward from the base 11. The support 12 and the base 11 can be integrally formed or formed separately and then assembled together. The cover 30 is assembled on top of the support 12. The base 11, the support 12, and the cover 30 together form a semi-enclosed structure with an opening on one side, and the stirring cup assembly 20 is assembled at this opening. Figure 28 The arrows in the diagram indicate that when picking up the mixing cup assembly 20, first lift it upwards to disengage the bottom coupler 104 from the cup body coupler 201, and then move it backwards out of the base 10.

[0087] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A food processor, characterized in that, include: A base (10) is provided with a first electronic component; The stirring cup assembly (20) is detachably assembled to the base (10); The cover (30) is rotatably assembled on the top of the base (10). The cover (30) contains a second electronic component. The cover (30) has a closed position and an open position. In the closed position, the cover (30) covers the mixing cup assembly (20). The first electronic component is electrically connected to the second electronic component. In the open position, the first electronic component and the second electronic component are connected. A disassembly space is formed above the mixing cup assembly (20) to allow the mixing cup assembly (20) to be disassembled.

2. The food processor according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cover (30) is hinged to the base (10), and the hinge axis is parallel to the height direction of the base (10); or The cover (30) is hinged to the base (10), and the hinge axis is perpendicular to the height direction of the base (10); or The cover (30) and the base (10) are hinged together by a universal joint.

3. The food processor according to claim 2, characterized in that, One of the base (10) and the cover (30) is provided with a rotatable hinge (101), and the other is provided with a hinge fitting part (301). The hinge (101) and the hinge fitting part (301) are detachably connected.

4. The food processor according to claim 3, characterized in that, The hinge part (101) includes a locking hole (1010), and the hinge mating part (301) includes a hinge shaft (3010), which is locked in the locking hole (1010).

5. The food processor according to claim 3, characterized in that, The hinge (101) further includes a limiting structure (1011) that restricts the opening angle of the cover (30), and the limiting structure (1011) can be blocked during rotation from the closed position to the open position; and / or The hinge (101) is provided with damping at its pivot point.

6. The food processor according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The cover (30) includes a cover housing (37) and a panel (36). The cover housing (37) and the panel (36) together form a storage cavity (300). The second electronic component is housed in the storage cavity (300). The second electronic component includes a control board (31). The panel (36) is provided with a control unit. The control unit is connected to the control board (31) and is used to input control commands to the control board (31).

7. The food processor according to claim 6, characterized in that, The cover (30) also includes a decorative ring (34), which is disposed at the junction of the cover housing (37) and the panel (36).

8. The food processor according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The base (10) also includes a motor (40), the stirring cup assembly (20) includes a stirring cup (21) and a heating plate (22) and a blade assembly (23) disposed at the bottom of the stirring cup (21), and the motor shaft of the motor (40) is connected to the blade assembly (23) for transmission; or The stirring cup assembly (20) includes a stirring cup (21), a heating plate (22), a blade assembly (23), and a motor (40) located at the bottom of the stirring cup (21). The motor shaft of the motor (40) is fixedly connected to the blade assembly (23).

9. The food processor according to claim 8, characterized in that, The base (10) also includes a bottom coupler (104) located at the bottom, and the stirring cup assembly (20) also includes a cup body coupler (201). The bottom coupler (104) can be plugged into the cup body coupler (201) when the stirring cup assembly (20) is assembled on the base (10), and the bottom coupler (104) is disengaged from the cup body coupler (201) after the stirring cup assembly (20) is disassembled.

10. The food processor according to claim 8, characterized in that, The stirring cup (21) is provided with a cup cavity (210). In the closed position, the machine cover (30) seals the cup cavity (210) and is provided with an exhaust hole (38).

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