Solid material discharging structure, solid material discharging module and batching equipment

Abstract

This application discloses a solid feeding structure, a solid feeding module, and a batching device. The solid feeding structure includes: a feeding pipe with an air inlet; and a drying module connected to the air inlet, the drying module including a cooling section and a heating section, with airflow configured to sequentially pass through the cooling section and the heating section before flowing to the air inlet. This reduces the likelihood of solid seasonings adhering to the pipe wall, decreases the occurrence of material blockage, and improves feeding accuracy and efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of batching equipment technology, and in particular to a solid feeding structure, a solid feeding module, and a batching equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Current ingredient dispensing equipment typically includes a solid dispensing module. Solid seasonings, such as chicken bouillon, salt, and sugar, are dispensed into the cooking equipment under negative pressure airflow through this module. However, in humid weather, there is a possibility that solid seasonings may adhere to the walls of the dispensing pipes, affecting dispensing accuracy and potentially causing blockages that render the equipment inoperable. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of this, this application provides a solid feeding structure, a solid feeding module, and a batching device, which can reduce the possibility of solid seasonings adhering to the pipe wall of the feeding pipe, reduce the occurrence of material blockage, and help improve feeding accuracy and feeding efficiency.

[0004] An embodiment of the first aspect of this application provides a solid feeding structure, including: a feeding pipe with an air inlet; and a drying module connected to the air inlet. The drying module includes a cooling section and a heating section, and the airflow is configured to flow through the cooling section and the heating section sequentially to the air inlet.

[0005] For example, the cooling section and the heating section are an integrated structure.

[0006] For example, the drying module also includes a housing located outside the feeding pipe. The housing includes a first flow channel and a second flow channel that are connected to each other. The first flow channel is connected to the external environment, and the second flow channel is connected to the air inlet. The refrigeration unit is located inside the first flow channel, and the heating unit is located inside the second flow channel.

[0007] For example, the drying module includes a cooling chip located inside the housing. The side of the cooling chip facing the first flow channel is a cooling section, and the other side opposite the cooling section is a heating section, which faces the second flow channel.

[0008] For example, the housing corresponding to the first flow channel and / or the second flow channel has a drain outlet located at the bottom of the housing.

[0009] For example, the housing also includes a transition section disposed between the first flow channel and the second flow channel. The transition section has a drain outlet located at the bottom of the transition section. The housing containing the first flow channel and the second flow channel forms a U-shape with respect to the transition section.

[0010] For example, a flow-collecting structure is provided at the drain outlet.

[0011] For example, the same side wall of the housing is provided with a first port and a second port. The first port is located on one side of the cooling section and communicates with the external environment, and the second port is located on one side of the heating section and communicates with the air inlet.

[0012] For example, the drying module also includes a diffuser disposed within a first flow channel and / or a second flow channel, and exchanges heat with the cooling or heating section.

[0013] For example, the diffuser includes a first diffuser and a second diffuser, the first diffuser is disposed in a first flow channel, the second diffuser is disposed in a second flow channel, and a heat insulation layer is disposed between the first diffuser and the second diffuser.

[0014] For example, the insulation layer is provided with a through hole, and the cooling element is disposed in the through hole.

[0015] For example, the diffuser includes a planar support plate that is in contact with the cooling or heating section; the diffuser also includes a plurality of fins spaced apart on one side of the support plate.

[0016] For example, the drying module also includes a connector that passes through the housing and connects to the diffuser, so that the diffuser abuts against the cooling element.

[0017] For example, the solid feeding structure further includes: an air conveying device, wherein the external airflow is sequentially connected to the first flow channel, the second flow channel, the air conveying device, and the air inlet.

[0018] For example, the airflow conveying device includes an air duct, and an air inlet and an air outlet connected to the air duct. The air inlet is connected to a second flow channel, and the air outlet is connected to the air inlet. The air outlet is located near the bottom end of the air duct.

[0019] For example, the connection point between the air outlet and the duct is located at the lowest point inside the duct.

[0020] For example, the air inlet is higher than the air outlet.

[0021] For example, the discharge pipe is located below the air outlet.

[0022] For example, the feeding pipe has at least one inlet, which is located on the planar structure of the feeding pipe, and at least a portion of the planar structure is in contact with the feeder.

[0023] For example, at least a portion of the discharge pipe is configured as a D-shaped pipe, with the top of the D-shaped pipe being a flat structure and the bottom of the flat structure being an arc-shaped structure.

[0024] For example, the solid feeding structure further includes: a pressure sensor disposed on the feeding pipe for detecting the pressure of the internal environment of the feeding pipe; and / or a temperature and humidity sensor disposed on the feeding pipe for detecting the temperature and humidity of the internal environment of the feeding pipe.

[0025] An embodiment of the second aspect of this application provides a solid feeding module, including: a feeder, and a solid feeding structure of any of the preceding claims, wherein the feeding port of the feeder is connected to the feeding port of the solid feeding structure.

[0026] An embodiment of the third aspect of this application provides a batching device, including: a device body and the aforementioned solid feeding module, wherein the solid feeding module is connected to the device body.

[0027] The solid feeding structure, solid feeding module, and batching equipment provided in this application embodiment include a feeding pipe and a drying module. The drying module is connected to the air inlet of the feeding pipe, and the airflow is configured to flow through a cooling section and a heating section sequentially to the air inlet. In this way, the airflow used for feeding undergoes condensation and cooling in the cooling section, reducing the moisture content in the air and significantly lowering the absolute humidity, thus improving the dryness of the airflow. The relatively dry airflow then undergoes further drying and heating in the heating section, increasing the airflow temperature and further reducing the relative humidity, making the airflow less prone to condensation. Thus, the relatively dry, higher-temperature, and less condensable airflow flows into the feeding pipe through the air inlet, reducing the possibility of solid seasonings adhering to the pipe wall. This reduces the likelihood of solid seasonings adhering to the pipe wall, affecting feeding accuracy or causing blockages, thereby improving feeding accuracy, reducing blockages, increasing feeding efficiency, ensuring smooth operation of the solid feeding module, and ensuring reliable operation of the batching equipment.

[0028] The above description is only an overview of the technical solution of this application. In order to better understand the technical means of this application and to implement it in accordance with the contents of the specification, and to make the above and other objects, features and advantages of this application more obvious and understandable, the following are specific embodiments of this application. Attached Figure Description

[0029] Various other advantages and benefits will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon reading the following detailed description of preferred embodiments. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this application. Furthermore, the same reference numerals denote the same parts throughout the drawings. Wherein:

[0030] Figure 1 One of the structural schematic diagrams of the solid feeding module provided in the embodiments of this application is shown;

[0031] Figure 2 One of the cross-sectional views of a solid feeding module provided in an embodiment of this application is shown;

[0032] Figure 3 A second cross-sectional view of the solid feeding module provided in an embodiment of this application is shown;

[0033] Figure 4 One of the partial exploded views of the solid feeding module provided in the embodiments of this application is shown;

[0034] Figure 5 A second partially exploded view of the solid feeding module provided in an embodiment of this application is shown;

[0035] Figure 6 One of the partial exploded schematic diagrams of the drying module and pneumatic conveying device provided in the embodiments of this application is shown.

[0036] in, Figures 1 to 6 The correspondence between the reference numerals and component names in the attached drawings is as follows:

[0037] 100 Solid material feeding structure, 110 feeding pipe, 111 air inlet, 112 feed inlet, 113 D-shaped pipe, 1131 planar structure, 1132 arc-shaped structure, 114 circular pipe, 120 drying module, 121 cooling element, 1211 cooling section, 1212 heating section, 122 shell, 1221 first flow channel, 1222 second flow channel, 1223 first port, 1224 second port, 1225 transition section, 1226 drain outlet, 123 diffuser, 1231 support plate, 1232 fin, 1233 first diffuser, 1234 second diffuser, 124 heat insulation layer, 125 connector, 130 air conveying equipment, 131 air duct, 132 air outlet, 133 first volute, 134 second volute, 200 solid material feeding module, 210 feeder. Detailed Implementation

[0038] To better understand the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this application, the application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.

[0039] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of this application. However, this application may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0040] The following reference Figures 1 to 6This application describes a solid feeding structure 100, a solid feeding module 200, and a dispensing device according to some embodiments. The solid feeding structure 100 is applied to the solid feeding module 200, which is applied to the dispensing device. The dispensing device can be a cooking device or other equipment, such as a stir-fry machine or other kitchen equipment. The dispensing device can dispense solid seasonings through the solid feeding module 200, such as chicken essence, salt, and sugar.

[0041] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown in the first aspect of this application, a solid feeding structure 100 is provided, including: a feeding pipe 110 with an air inlet 111; a drying module 120 connected to the air inlet 111, the drying module 120 including a cooling section 1211 and a heating section 1212, the airflow being configured to flow through the cooling section 1211 and the heating section 1212 in sequence to the air inlet 111.

[0042] The solid feeding structure 100 provided in this application embodiment includes a feeding pipe 110 and a drying module 120. The drying module 120 includes a cooling section 1211 and a heating section 1212. The cooling section 1211 is used to condense the flowing air to reduce the moisture content in the air; the heating section 1212 is used to heat and dry the flowing air. The airflow is connected to the air inlet 111 of the feeding pipe 110 via the drying module 120. The airflow is configured to flow through the cooling section 1211 and the heating section 1212 sequentially to the air inlet 111. In this way, the airflow used for feeding is condensed and cooled by the cooling section 1211 to reduce the moisture content in the air, thereby significantly reducing the absolute humidity of the airflow and improving the dryness of the airflow. The relatively dry airflow after condensation is then dried and heated by the heating section 1212 to increase the temperature of the airflow, thereby further reducing the relative humidity of the airflow and making the airflow less prone to condensation. Thus, the relatively dry, high-temperature, and less condensable airflow flows into the feeding pipe 110 through the air inlet 111, which can reduce the possibility of solid seasonings adhering to the pipe wall of the feeding pipe 110, thereby reducing the phenomenon of solid seasonings adhering to the pipe wall and affecting the feeding accuracy or causing material blockage. This is beneficial to improve the feeding accuracy, reduce the occurrence of material blockage, improve the feeding efficiency, and ensure the smooth operation of the solid feeding module 200, ensuring the reliable operation of the batching equipment.

[0043] Furthermore, by reasonably setting the temperature difference between the cooling section 1211 and the heating section 1212, the temperature difference between the cooling section 1211 and the heating section 1212 is kept within a reasonable range. In this way, after the airflow flows from the cooling section 1211 to the heating section 1212, the thermal efficiency can be effectively utilized, the heat loss can be reduced, and the energy-saving effect can be achieved, making it suitable for widespread application.

[0044] It is understandable that the feeding pipe 110 is also equipped with an air outlet. Solid seasonings can be put into the feeding pipe 110. During the process of airflow through the feeding pipe 110, that is, during the process of airflow from the air inlet 111 to the air outlet, the solid seasonings can be carried by the airflow to be put into the appropriate position through the air outlet, so as to realize the feeding of solid seasonings.

[0045] It is understood that, by applying the technical solution of this embodiment, before performing solid feeding operations or after cleaning the feeding pipe 110, the feeding operation can be skipped. The drying module 120 can be used to allow airflow to pass through the cooling section 1211 and the heating section 1212, and then through the air inlet 111 into the feeding pipe 110. In this way, the hot airflow that is first condensed and then heated and dried can be used to dry the feeding pipe 110, causing the residual water in the feeding pipe 110 to evaporate into gas, thus avoiding the presence of cleaning liquid in the feeding pipe 110. Therefore, it will not affect the quality of the solid seasonings, nor will it clog the pipe, so that the cooking effect and feeding effect are not affected, and the feeding accuracy is improved.

[0046] In some possible embodiments provided in this application, the cooling unit 1211 and the heating unit 1212 can be separate structures. For example, the cooling unit 1211 and the heating unit 1212 can be independent components. The cooling unit 1211 and the heating unit 1212 can be connected by pipes or other connection methods. Setting the cooling unit 1211 and the heating unit 1212 as separate structures can meet the different structural needs of the cooling unit 1211 and the heating unit 1212, and can be repaired or replaced individually, saving maintenance and replacement costs.

[0047] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, in some possible embodiments provided in this application, the cooling unit 1211 and the heating unit 1212 are an integral structure. This simplifies the connection operation between the cooling unit 1211 and the heating unit 1212, improves the stability of the connection, is suitable for mass production, and helps improve the production efficiency of the drying module 120. Simultaneously, it meets the design requirements of a compact layout and small size for the drying module 120, thereby also meeting the design requirements of a compact layout and small size for the solid feeding module 200.

[0048] like Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, in some possible embodiments provided in this application, the drying module 120 further includes a housing 122, which is located outside the feeding pipe 110. The housing 122 includes a first flow channel 1221 and a second flow channel 1222 that are connected. The first flow channel 1221 is connected to the external environment, and the second flow channel 1222 is connected to the air inlet 111, so that the airflow from the external environment flows into the feeding pipe 110 through the first flow channel 1221, the second flow channel 1222, and the air inlet 111. By placing the refrigeration unit 1211 in the first flow channel 1221 and the heating unit 1212 in the second flow channel 1222, the airflow from the external environment can be cooled and condensed by the refrigeration unit 1211 in the first flow channel 1221 to reduce the moisture content in the air. The condensed airflow can be heated and dried by the heating unit 1212 in the second flow channel 1222. As a result, the airflow flowing into the feeding pipe 110 has a lower moisture content, is drier, and has a higher temperature. This reduces the possibility of solid seasonings adhering to the pipe wall of the feeding pipe 110, which helps to improve feeding accuracy, reduce the occurrence of material blockage, and improve the reliability of the batching equipment.

[0049] The cooling section 1211 is located within the first flow channel 1221, and the heating section 1212 is located within the second flow channel 1222. That is, both the cooling section 1211 and the heating section 1212 are located within the casing 122. Therefore, the casing 122 provides excellent protection for both the cooling section 1211 and the heating section 1212, which helps extend their service life. Simultaneously, it reduces heat loss from the cooling section 1211 and the heating section 1212, achieving energy-saving effects.

[0050] Furthermore, the refrigeration unit 1211 and the heating unit 1212 are disposed inside the housing 122, which is located outside the feeding pipe 110. This allows the entire drying module 120 to be located outside the feeding pipe 110, facilitating the disassembly and assembly of the drying module 120 from the outside of the feeding pipe 110 and simplifying maintenance. Simultaneously, this arrangement reduces modifications to the feeding pipe 110, allowing the connection between the drying module 120 and the feeding pipe 110 to be achieved using the existing structure of the feeding pipe 110, simplifying operation and saving costs.

[0051] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, in some possible embodiments provided in this application, the drying module 120 includes a cooling chip 121, which is located inside the housing 122. The side of the cooling chip 121 facing the first flow channel 1221 is the cooling section 1211, and the other side opposite to the cooling section 1211 is the heating section 1212. The heating section 1212 faces the second flow channel 1222.

[0052] In this embodiment, due to the special nature of the cooling element 121, it has both cooling and heating functions. Therefore, the cooling part 1211 and the heating part 1212 are integrated into the cooling element 121. For example, the cooling part 1211 is located on the side of the cooling element 121 facing the first flow channel 1221, and the heating part 1212 is located on the side of the cooling element 121 facing the second flow channel 1222. This simplifies the operation of connecting the cooling part 1211 and the heating part 1212. The cooling element 121 has a simple structure and small size, making it suitable for widespread application.

[0053] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, in some possible embodiments provided in this application, as the airflow passes through the first channel 1221, it will cool and condense with the cooling section 1211 in the first channel 1221. This process may generate condensate. Therefore, by providing a drain port 1226 on the housing 122 corresponding to the first channel 1221 and / or the second channel 1222, the condensate is discharged to the outside of the housing 122 through the drain port 1226 to treat the condensate.

[0054] The number of drain outlets 1226 can be one, two, three, or other numbers. Drain outlets 1226 can be provided on the shell 122 opposite to the first flow channel 1221, or on the shell 122 opposite to the second flow channel 1222, or on the shell 122 opposite to the first flow channel 1221 and the second flow channel 1222.

[0055] Furthermore, the drain outlet 1226 is located at the bottom of the housing 122, which allows condensate to be discharged more thoroughly through the drain outlet 1226, reducing the possibility of condensate remaining inside the housing 122 and improving the thoroughness of condensate drainage.

[0056] like Figure 2 As shown, in some possible embodiments provided in this application, the housing 122 further includes a transition portion 1225, which is disposed between the first flow channel 1221 and the second flow channel 1222. The transition portion 1225 has a drain outlet 1226 located at the bottom of the transition portion 1225. The housing 122, where the first flow channel 1221 and the second flow channel 1222 are located, and the transition portion 1225 form a U-shape.

[0057] In this embodiment, the first flow channel 1221 and the second flow channel 1222 are connected by the space enclosed by the transition section 1225. That is, the airflow flows through the space enclosed by the first flow channel 1221 and the transition section 1225 to the second flow channel 1222. As the airflow passes through the first flow channel 1221, it undergoes a condensation operation with the cooling section 1211 within the first flow channel 1221 to generate condensate. The condensed airflow continues to flow towards the space enclosed by the transition section 1225, during which time the condensate flows with the airflow towards the transition section 1225. Therefore, by providing a drain outlet 1226 on the transition section 1225, the condensate is discharged to the outside of the housing 122 through the drain outlet 1226 as it flows through the transition section 1225 with the airflow. This improves the timeliness and thoroughness of condensate drainage, thus enhancing drainage efficiency.

[0058] The drain outlet 1226 is located at the bottom of the transition section 1225, which can reduce the possibility of condensate remaining inside the transition section 1225 and improve the thoroughness of condensate drainage.

[0059] The first flow channel 1221 and the second flow channel 1222 are connected by a space enclosed by a transition section 1225. That is, a transition section 1225 is added between the first flow channel 1221, which performs condensation operation, and the second flow channel 1222, which performs heating and drying operation. Thus, the transition section 1225 can ensure good cold retention of the first flow channel 1221 and good heat retention of the second flow channel 1222, and reduce the possibility that the airflow in the two flow channels would be directly mixed and directly exchange heat, thus affecting the cooling and heating effects.

[0060] Among them, such as Figure 2 As shown, the housing 122 containing the first flow channel 1221 and the second flow channel 1222 forms a U-shape with the transition portion 1225. That is, the first flow channel 1221 and the second flow channel 1222 are arranged opposite to each other and connected by the arc-shaped transition portion 1225. This ensures that the airflow smoothly flows through the space enclosed by the first flow channel 1221 and the transition portion 1225 to the second flow channel 1222. Simultaneously, this arrangement, where the first flow channel 1221 and the second flow channel 1222 are arranged opposite to each other rather than in parallel, reduces the difference in lateral and longitudinal dimensions of the housing 122, reducing the space occupied by the housing 122 and meeting the design requirements of a smaller volume and more compact layout for the solid material feeding structure 100. Here, lateral can be understood as the extending direction of the first flow channel 1221 and the second flow channel 1222, such as... Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown by arrow X in the diagram, the vertical direction can be understood as the arrangement direction of the first flow channel 1221 and the second flow channel 1222, as follows. Figure 1 and Figure 2As indicated by the arrow Y in the diagram. Specifically, as shown... Figure 1 As shown, the X and Y directions are parallel to the horizontal plane and perpendicular to each other, that is, the first flow channel 1221 and the second flow channel 1222 extend along the horizontal X direction and are arranged opposite each other along the horizontal Y direction.

[0061] In some possible embodiments provided in this application, a flow-gathering structure is provided at the drain outlet 1226. The flow-gathering structure guides and gathers the liquid, and its arrangement allows condensate to be discharged more concentratedly and smoothly through the drain outlet 1226 to the outside of the shell 122, which is beneficial to improving the discharge efficiency and thoroughness of condensate.

[0062] Furthermore, the flow-converging structure can be a funnel structure, a vortex structure, or other structures that have a flow-converging effect.

[0063] like Figure 2 As shown, in some possible embodiments provided in this application, the same side wall of the housing 122 is provided with a first port 1223 and a second port 1224. The first port 1223 is located on one side of the cooling section 1211 and communicates with the external environment, while the second port 1224 is located on one side of the heating section 1212 and communicates with the air inlet 111.

[0064] That is, the first port 1223 is connected to the first flow channel 1221, and the second port 1224 is connected to the second flow channel 1222. In this way, the airflow from the external environment flows into the first flow channel 1221, which is equipped with the cooling unit 1211, through the first port 1223, and then flows into the feed pipe 110 through the second port 1224 and the air inlet 111 after passing through the second flow channel 1222, which is equipped with the heating unit 1212.

[0065] The first port 1223 and the second port 1224 are located on the same side wall of the housing 122, so that the first port 1223 and the second port 1224 can be processed at the same processing station, which is beneficial to improve processing efficiency and increase the production efficiency of the drying module 120.

[0066] like Figure 3 As shown, in some possible embodiments provided in this application, the drying module 120 further includes a diffuser 123, which is disposed in the first flow channel 1221 and / or the second flow channel 1222 and exchanges heat with the cooling unit 1211 or the heating unit 1212.

[0067] The diffuser 123 can exchange heat with the cooling unit 1211 and / or the heating unit 1212 to increase the heat exchange area and improve the heat exchange effect.

[0068] The diffuser 123 can be disposed in the first flow channel 1221. The diffuser 123 exchanges heat with the cooling section 1211 to increase the heat exchange area of ​​the cooling section 1211, so that the airflow in the first flow channel 1221 can fully and quickly exchange heat with the cooling section 1211 to improve the cooling and condensation effect.

[0069] The diffuser 123 can be disposed in the second flow channel 1222. The diffuser 123 exchanges heat with the heating part 1212 to increase the heat exchange area of ​​the heating part 1212, so that the airflow in the second flow channel 1222 can fully and quickly exchange heat with the heating part 1212 to improve the heating and drying effect.

[0070] It is understood that the diffuser 123 can be disposed in the first flow channel 1221, or the diffuser 123 can be disposed in the second flow channel 1222, or the diffuser 123 can be disposed in both the first flow channel 1221 and the second flow channel 1222.

[0071] like Figure 3 As shown, in some possible embodiments provided in this application, the diffuser 123 includes a first diffuser 1233 and a second diffuser 1234. The first diffuser 1233 is disposed in the first flow channel 1221. The first diffuser 1233 exchanges heat with the cooling section 1211 to increase the heat exchange area of ​​the cooling section 1211, so that the airflow in the first flow channel 1221 can fully and quickly exchange heat with the cooling section 1211 to improve the cooling and condensation effect.

[0072] The second diffuser 1234 is disposed in the second flow channel 1222. The second diffuser 1234 exchanges heat with the heating part 1212 to increase the heat exchange area of ​​the heating part 1212, so that the airflow in the second flow channel 1222 can fully and quickly exchange heat with the cooling part 1211 to improve the heating and drying effect.

[0073] Among them, such as Figure 2 As shown, a heat insulation layer 124 is provided between the first diffuser 1233 and the second diffuser 1234. The heat insulation layer 124 can isolate the heat exchange between the first diffuser 1233 and the second diffuser 1234, thereby reducing energy loss and improving energy utilization, thus achieving energy saving.

[0074] Specifically, the insulation layer 124 can be insulation cotton or other insulation material components.

[0075] like Figure 2As shown, in some possible embodiments provided in this application, the heat insulation layer 124 is provided with a through hole, and the cooling chip 121 is disposed in the through hole. The size of the through hole is approximately the same as the size of the cooling chip 121 so that the cooling chip 121 can cover the through hole, thus preventing the through hole from being too large and causing direct heat exchange between the first flow channel 1221 and the second flow channel 1222, thereby reducing the cooling and heating effect.

[0076] In this embodiment, the cooling chip 121 can be installed on the heat insulation layer 124 through the through hole. That is, the heat insulation layer 124 provides good support for the cooling chip 121. Through the heat insulation layer 124, the cooling chip 121 can be installed on the housing 122. Thus, the heat insulation layer 124 achieves multiple functions, so that the heat insulation layer 124 can not only provide heat insulation for the first diffuser 1233 and the second diffuser 1234, but also provide support for the cooling chip 121. This simplifies the setting of the support structure for the cooling chip 121, helps to save costs, and can meet the design requirements of the drying module 120 to be compact and small in size, thereby meeting the design requirements of the solid feeding structure 100 to be compact and small in size.

[0077] like Figure 3 As shown, in some possible embodiments provided in this application, the diffuser 123 includes a planar support plate 1231, which is in contact with the cooling section 1211 or the heating section 1212. The planar support plate 1231 is in contact with the cooling section 1211 or the heating section 1212, which helps to increase the contact area between the diffuser 123 and the cooling section 1211 or the heating section 1212, thereby ensuring good heat exchange efficiency.

[0078] The diffuser 123 also includes multiple fins 1232 spaced apart on one side of the support plate 1231. The arrangement of multiple fins 1232 increases the contact area between the airflow and the fins 1232, further improving the heat exchange efficiency. The support plate 1231 and the fins 1232 can be an integral structure. To further improve the heat exchange effect, the diffuser 123 can be made of a metal with good thermal conductivity, such as aluminum or copper.

[0079] Furthermore, the support plate 1231 and the cooling section 1211 and / or heating section 1212 of the cooling plate 121 are provided with heat-conducting components, so that the cooling capacity of the cooling section 1211 and / or the heat of the heating section 1212 can be quickly transferred to the support plate 1231 to ensure good heat exchange efficiency. The heat-conducting components can be thermal grease or other thermally conductive materials.

[0080] like Figure 4As shown, in some possible embodiments provided in this application, the drying structure further includes a connector 125, which passes through the housing 122 and connects to the diffuser 123, causing the diffuser 123 to abut against the cooling element 121. Thus, the connector 125 reliably and stably connects the diffuser 123 to the housing 122, and the abutment between the diffuser 123 and the cooling element 121 ensures close contact between the diffuser 123 and the cooling portion 1211 and / or the heating portion 1212 of the cooling element 121, thereby ensuring good heat exchange efficiency.

[0081] like Figure 1 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, in some possible embodiments provided in this application, the solid feeding structure 100 further includes: an airflow conveying device 130, wherein the external airflow is sequentially connected to the first flow channel 1221, the second flow channel 1222, the airflow conveying device 130, and the air inlet 111.

[0082] Among them, the pneumatic conveying device 130 can guide external airflow from the first flow channel 1221, the second flow channel 1222, the pneumatic conveying device 130, and the air inlet 111 to the feed pipe 110. The pneumatic conveying device 130 can be a fan, a suction device, etc.

[0083] In this embodiment, it can be understood that the pneumatic conveying device 130 is connected to the housing 122 and the discharge pipe 110 so as to connect the second flow channel 1222 and the air outlet through the pneumatic conveying device 130.

[0084] like Figure 6 As shown, in some possible embodiments provided in this application, the pneumatic conveying device 130 includes a duct 131 and an air inlet and an air outlet 132 connected to the duct 131. The air inlet is connected to the second flow channel 1222, and the air outlet 132 is connected to the air inlet 111. Thus, the airflow from the external environment flows into the discharge pipe 110 through the first flow channel 1221, the second flow channel 1222, the air inlet of the pneumatic conveying device 130, the duct 131, the air outlet 132, and the air inlet 111.

[0085] The air outlet 132 is located near the bottom of the air duct 131, which reduces the possibility of liquid residue remaining in the air duct 131. Specifically, since the liquid residue in the air duct 131 will accumulate at the bottom of the air duct 131 under the action of gravity, and the air outlet 132 is located near the bottom of the air duct 131, the airflow flowing from the air outlet 132 of the air duct 131 to the feed pipe 110 has a certain guiding effect on the residual liquid at the bottom of the air duct 131. It will carry the residual liquid at the bottom of the air duct 131 through the air outlet 132 and the air inlet 111 into the feed pipe 110, thereby reducing the possibility of liquid residue remaining in the air duct 131.

[0086] Specifically, such as Figure 5 As shown, the distance between the air outlet 132 and the bottom of the air duct 131 is relatively far, while the distance between the air outlet 132 and the top of the air duct 131 is relatively close. This means that the airflow in the air duct 131 needs to pass through the bottom and top of the air duct 131 before flowing into the material discharge pipe 110 via the air outlet 132. Figure 5 As shown, the airflow flows in the R direction (clockwise) within the air duct 131. After passing the bottom and top of the air duct 131, the airflow flows into the feeding pipe 110 through the air outlet 132. With this configuration, because the bottom of the air duct 131 is far from the air outlet 132, there is a possibility that residual water at the bottom of the air duct 131 may not be discharged to the feeding pipe 110 through the air outlet 132 and may remain at the bottom of the air duct 131. This could affect the dryness of the airflow flowing from the air duct 131 into the feeding pipe 110, increasing the likelihood of solid seasonings adhering to the pipe wall, posing a risk of material blockage, and affecting feeding accuracy.

[0087] In this embodiment, such as Figure 6 As shown, the air outlet 132 is located near the bottom of the air duct 131, meaning that the airflow in the air duct 131 needs to pass through the top and bottom of the air duct 131 before flowing into the material discharge pipe 110 through the air outlet 132. Figure 6 As shown, the airflow flows counterclockwise along the S direction within the duct 131. After passing the top and bottom of the duct 131, the airflow flows into the discharge pipe 110 through the outlet 132. With this arrangement, because the bottom of the duct 131 and the outlet 132 are close together, residual liquid at the bottom of the duct 131 can be quickly, smoothly, and thoroughly discharged into the discharge pipe 110 through the outlet 132 and the inlet under the guidance of the airflow, reducing the possibility of liquid residue remaining in the duct 131.

[0088] Understandably, in practical applications, before solid material feeding, the pneumatic conveying device 130 can be controlled to operate first, so that the airflow passes through the cooling section 1211 and the heating section 1212 and then flows through the air duct 131 and air inlet 111 of the pneumatic conveying device 130 to the discharge pipe 110. In this way, the hot airflow that is first condensed and then heated and dried can be used to dry the air duct 131 and the discharge pipe 110 of the pneumatic conveying device 130, so that the residual liquid in the air duct 131 and the discharge pipe 110 is evaporated into gas by heating, so as to avoid the phenomenon of liquid remaining in the air duct 131 and the discharge pipe 110. Therefore, it will not affect the quality of solid seasonings, and at the same time, it will not block the pipes, improve the feeding accuracy, and reduce the occurrence of material blockage.

[0089] like Figure 6As shown, in some possible embodiments provided in this application, the connection point between the air outlet 132 and the air duct 131 is located at the lowest point inside the air duct 131. This allows the liquid remaining at the bottom of the air duct 131 to flow into the discharge pipe 110 relatively quickly, thoroughly and easily through the air outlet 132 and the air inlet, further reducing the possibility of liquid remaining in the air duct 131.

[0090] Specifically, since the residual liquid in the air duct 131 will accumulate at the bottom of the air duct 131 under the action of gravity, and the air outlet 132 is located near the bottom of the air duct 131, during the process of the airflow flowing from the air outlet 132 of the air duct 131 to the feed pipe 110, the airflow flowing towards the air outlet 132 has a certain guiding effect on the residual liquid at the bottom of the air duct 131, which will drive the residual liquid at the bottom of the air duct 131 to flow into the feed pipe 110 through the air outlet 132 and the air inlet 111, thereby reducing the possibility of liquid remaining in the air duct 131.

[0091] Furthermore, such as Figure 6 As shown, the airflow conveying device 130 includes a first volute 133 and a second volute 134. The first volute 133 and the second volute 134 are connected and enclose an air duct 131 and an air outlet 132. The air inlet can be located on the first volute 133, such as at the geometric center of the first volute 133. The air outlet 132 is located on the lower side of the first volute 133 and the second volute 134, so that the connection point between the air outlet 132 and the air duct 131 is located at the lowest point inside the air duct 131. The first volute 133 and the second volute 134 can be detachably connected using at least one of the following methods: bolt structure, snap-fit ​​structure, plug-in structure, and tenon and mortise structure.

[0092] like Figure 6 As shown, in some possible embodiments provided in this application, the air inlet is higher than the air outlet 132, that is, the air outlet 132 is located below the air inlet. This reduces the possibility of liquid residue in the air duct 131, allowing the liquid in the air duct 131 to flow smoothly through the air outlet 132 to the feed pipe 110 under the guidance of gravity and airflow, reducing the phenomenon of water accumulation in the air duct 131. It can be understood that after the residual liquid in the air duct 131 flows into the feed pipe 110, it can be dried by the dry hot airflow passing through the cooling unit 1211, the heating unit 1212, and the airflow conveying device 130 before feeding, so as to avoid the phenomenon of liquid remaining in the feed pipe 110.

[0093] like Figure 6As shown, in some possible embodiments provided in this application, the discharge pipe 110 is located below the air outlet 132. This arrangement allows residual liquid in the air duct 131 of the pneumatic conveying device 130 to flow into the discharge pipe 110 smoothly, thoroughly, and quickly under the guidance of airflow and gravity, reducing the phenomenon of water accumulation in the air duct 131. It is understood that after the residual liquid in the air duct 131 flows into the discharge pipe 110, it can be dried by the dry hot airflow passing through the cooling unit 1211, the heating unit 1212, and the pneumatic conveying device 130 before feeding, so as to avoid the phenomenon of liquid remaining in the discharge pipe 110.

[0094] like Figure 4 As shown, in some possible embodiments provided in this application, at least one feed inlet 112 is provided on the feeding pipe 110. The feed inlet 112 is located on the planar structure 1131 of the feeding pipe 110, and at least a portion of the planar structure 1131 is in contact with the feeder 210.

[0095] The number of feed inlets 112 on the feed pipe 110 can be one, two, three, four or other numbers.

[0096] The solid feeding module 200 also includes a feeder 210, which corresponds to the inlet 112. That is, the number of feeders 210 is equal to the number of inlets 112. The outlet of the feeder 210 is connected to the inlet 112. In this way, when solid seasoning is fed, the feeder 210 feeds the solid seasoning into the feeding pipe 110 through the outlet and inlet 112. When the airflow passes through the feeding pipe 110, the solid seasoning is discharged through the air outlet of the feeding pipe 110 with the airflow, thus realizing the feeding of solid seasoning.

[0097] In this embodiment, the feed inlet 112 is located on the planar structure 1131 of the feed pipe 110. At least a portion of the planar structure 1131 is in contact with the feeder 210. The planar structure 1131 enables the feed inlet 112 and the feeder 210 to be neatly connected, and improves the sealing performance of the connection between the feed inlet 112 and the feeder 210, avoiding the risk of material leakage and air leakage, and is conducive to improving the feeding accuracy and feeding efficiency.

[0098] Understandably, the bottom of the feeder 210 is provided with a flat part that matches the flat structure 1131, and the discharge port is opened on the flat part. In this way, after the flat structure 1131 on the discharge pipe 110 matches and connects with the flat part of the feeder 210, the inlet 112 and the outlet can be sealed and connected to ensure that there is no leakage at the connection point.

[0099] like Figure 4As shown, in some possible embodiments provided in this application, at least a portion of the discharge pipe 110 is configured as a D-shaped pipe 113, the top of the D-shaped pipe 113 is configured as a planar structure 1131, and the bottom of the planar structure 1131 is configured as an arc-shaped structure 1132. It can be understood that the pipe cross-section of the D-shaped pipe 113 is D-shaped.

[0100] The feed inlet 112 is located on the planar structure 1131 at the top of the D-shaped pipe 113, so that the planar structure 1131 at the top of the D-shaped pipe 113 cooperates with the feeder 210, so that the planar structure 1131 and the planar part of the feeder 210 are tightly fitted, so as to achieve a sealed connection between the feed inlet 112 and the discharge outlet.

[0101] The planar structure 1131 of the D-shaped pipe 113 has an arc-shaped structure 1132 below it. The arc-shaped structure 1132 has a good guiding effect, which makes the resistance during airflow transport less. As a result, the material flow speed of solid seasoning in the D-shaped pipe 113 is more uniform, and it is not easy for material to pile up when falling, which is conducive to improving material feeding efficiency and feeding accuracy.

[0102] This can be achieved by configuring the entire discharge pipe 110 as a D-shaped pipe 113, or by configuring a portion of the discharge pipe 110 as a D-shaped pipe 113 and another portion of the discharge pipe 110 as a circular pipe 114. It is understandable that, for example... Figure 4 As shown, the feeding pipe 110 may include a circular pipe 114 and a D-shaped pipe 113 connected in sequence. The end of the circular pipe 114 away from the D-shaped pipe 113 is an air inlet 111. In this way, the circular air inlet 111 can be conveniently connected to the air outlet 132 of the pneumatic conveying device 130. The end of the D-shaped pipe 113 away from the circular pipe 114 can be set as an air outlet.

[0103] It is understandable that the discharge pipe 110 may also include a D-shaped pipe 113 in the middle and circular pipes 114 at both ends. In this way, the air inlet 111 and the air outlet can both be circular. The circular air inlet 111 is convenient to connect to the air outlet 132 of the pneumatic conveying device 130.

[0104] Furthermore, the discharge pipe 110 located at the bottom of the feeder 210 is a D-shaped pipe 113. The D-shaped pipe 113 uses standard profiles, which can ensure that the top planar structure 1131 has a high degree of flatness, so that the planar structure 1131 can fit well and tightly with the bottom of the feeder 210. The bottom of the planar structure 1131 is an arc-shaped structure 1132. The arc-shaped structure 1132 does not have dead corners and is not easy to accumulate material.

[0105] In some possible embodiments provided in this application, the solid feeding structure 100 further includes a pressure sensor disposed on the feeding pipe 110 for detecting the pressure of the internal environment of the feeding pipe 110. Therefore, based on the detection information from the pressure sensor, it can be determined whether the pressure of the internal environment of the feeding pipe 110 is abnormal, and thus it can be determined whether the feeding pipe 110 is blocked, thereby determining whether a blockage has occurred.

[0106] Understandably, when the pressure sensor detects a blockage, it can issue a warning signal, or the control system can issue a warning signal, to remind the user to address the blockage promptly, thus resolving the blockage, ensuring good cooking quality, and allowing the clogged pipes to be cleared in a timely manner.

[0107] Specifically, the pressure sensor can be installed inside the discharge pipe 110 or outside the discharge pipe 110.

[0108] Understandably, in some examples, the solid feeding structure 100 may also include a flow meter, which can be used to detect the amount of material discharged from the outlet of the feeding pipe 110, and thus to detect whether there is a blockage.

[0109] In some possible embodiments provided in this application, the solid feeding structure 100 further includes a temperature and humidity sensor disposed on the feeding pipe 110 for detecting the temperature and humidity of the internal environment of the feeding pipe 110. Therefore, based on whether the temperature and humidity of the internal environment of the feeding pipe 110 detected by the temperature and humidity sensor are abnormal, it can be determined whether condensation will occur in the feeding pipe 110.

[0110] Understandably, when the temperature and humidity sensor detects that condensation can occur inside the feeding pipe 110, the feeder 210 can be controlled to stop discharging, and the drying module 120 can be controlled to operate first. For example, the pneumatic conveying device 130 can be controlled to operate, using the dry hot airflow passing through the cooling unit 1211, the heating unit 1212, and the pneumatic conveying device 130 to dry the air duct 131 of the pneumatic conveying device 130 and the feeding pipe 110, so as to avoid the presence of liquid in the air duct 131 and the feeding pipe 110. When the temperature and humidity sensor detects that condensation will not occur inside the feeding pipe 110, the feeder 210 can be controlled to discharge, so that the solid seasoning is fed into the feeding pipe 110 through the discharge port of the feeder 210 and the inlet 112 of the feeding pipe 110, and then discharged into the appropriate position through the air outlet of the feeding pipe 110 with the airflow, thus performing the feeding operation.

[0111] Specifically, the temperature and humidity sensor can be installed inside the discharge pipe 110 or outside the discharge pipe 110.

[0112] like Figures 1 to 6 As shown in the second aspect of this application, an embodiment provides a solid feeding module 200, including: a feeder 210, and a solid feeding structure 100 of any of the aforementioned embodiments, wherein the discharge port of the feeder 210 is connected to the inlet 112 of the solid feeding structure 100. Since the solid feeding module 200 includes the solid feeding structure 100 of any of the aforementioned embodiments, it has all the technical effects of the aforementioned solid feeding structure 100.

[0113] The number of feeders 210 is equal to the number of feed inlets 112.

[0114] An embodiment of the third aspect of this application provides a batching device, including: a device body and a solid feeding module 200 of any of the foregoing embodiments, wherein the solid feeding structure 100 is connected to the device body. Since the batching device includes the solid feeding module 200 of any of the foregoing embodiments, it has all the aforementioned solid feeding module 200 and its technical effects, which will not be described in detail here.

[0115] The solid feeding module 200 is installed on the main body of the equipment. The batching equipment also includes a container, such as a pot. The container is installed on the main body of the equipment, and the feeding port of the solid feeding module 200 is connected to the container to feed solid seasonings into the container. Specifically, the feeding port of the solid feeding module 200 can be directly connected to the container or connected to the container through a pipeline.

[0116] In the description of this application, the term "multiple" refers to two or more. Unless otherwise expressly defined, the terms "upper," "lower," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application. The terms "connection," "installation," "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0117] In the description of this application, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "specific embodiment," etc., refer to a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example, which is included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this application, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0118] 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 solid feeding structure (100), characterized in that, include: The material discharge pipe (110) is equipped with an air inlet (111); The drying module (120) is connected to the air inlet (111). The drying module (120) includes a cooling section (1211) and a heating section (1212). The airflow is configured to pass through the cooling section (1211) and the heating section (1212) in sequence and flow to the air inlet (111).

2. The solid feeding structure (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The refrigeration unit (1211) and the heating unit (1212) are an integral structure.

3. The solid feeding structure (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drying module (120) also includes a housing (122), which is located outside the feeding pipe (110). The housing (122) includes a first flow channel (1221) and a second flow channel (1222) that are connected to each other. The first flow channel (1221) is connected to the external environment, and the second flow channel (1222) is connected to the air inlet (111). The refrigeration unit (1211) is located inside the first flow channel (1221), and the heating unit (1212) is located inside the second flow channel (1222).

4. The solid feeding structure (100) according to claim 3, characterized in that, The drying module (120) includes a cooling chip (121) located inside the housing (122). The side of the cooling chip facing the first flow channel (1221) is the cooling section (1211), and the other side opposite to the cooling section (1211) is the heating section (1212). The heating section (1212) faces the second flow channel (1222).

5. The solid feeding structure (100) according to claim 3, characterized in that, The housing (122) corresponding to the first flow channel (1221) and / or the second flow channel (1222) has a drain outlet (1226) located at the bottom of the housing (122).

6. The solid feeding structure (100) according to claim 3, characterized in that, The housing (122) further includes a transition section (1225), which is disposed between the first flow channel (1221) and the second flow channel (1222). The transition section (1225) has a drain outlet (1226) located at the bottom of the transition section (1225). The housing (1222) containing the first flow channel (1221) and the second flow channel (1222) forms a U-shape with respect to the transition section (1225).

7. The solid feeding structure (100) according to claim 5 or 6, characterized in that, A flow-gathering structure is provided at the drain outlet (1226).

8. The solid feeding structure (100) according to claim 3, characterized in that, The housing (122) has a first port (1223) and a second port (1224) on the same side wall. The first port (1223) is located on one side of the cooling section (1211) and communicates with the external environment. The second port (1224) is located on one side of the heating section (1212) and communicates with the air inlet (111).

9. The solid feeding structure (100) according to claim 4, characterized in that, The drying module (120) further includes a diffuser (123), which is disposed in the first flow channel (1221) and / or the second flow channel (1222) and exchanges heat with the cooling unit (1211) or the heating unit (1212).

10. The solid feeding structure (100) according to claim 9, characterized in that, The diffuser (123) includes a first diffuser (1233) and a second diffuser (1234). The first diffuser (1233) is disposed in the first flow channel (1221), and the second diffuser (1234) is disposed in the second flow channel (1222). A heat insulation layer (124) is disposed between the first diffuser (1233) and the second diffuser (1234).

11. The solid feeding structure (100) according to claim 10, characterized in that, The heat insulation layer (124) is provided with a through hole, and the cooling chip (121) is disposed in the through hole.

12. The solid feeding structure (100) according to claim 9, characterized in that, The diffuser (123) includes a planar support plate (1231), which is in contact with the cooling section (1211) or the heating section (1212); The diffuser (123) also includes a plurality of fins (1232) spaced apart on one side of the support plate (1231).

13. The solid feeding structure (100) according to claim 9, characterized in that, The drying module (120) also includes a connector (125) that passes through the housing (122) and connects to the diffuser (123), so that the diffuser (123) abuts against the cooling chip (121).

14. The solid feeding structure (100) according to claim 3, characterized in that, Also includes: The airflow conveying device (130) is connected in sequence to the first flow channel (1221), the second flow channel (1222), the airflow conveying device (130), and the air inlet (111).

15. The solid feeding structure (100) according to claim 14, characterized in that, The airflow conveying device (130) includes an air duct (131) and an air inlet and an air outlet (132) connected to the air duct (131). The air inlet is connected to the second flow channel (1222), and the air outlet (132) is connected to the air inlet (111). The air outlet (132) is located near the bottom end of the air duct (131).

16. The solid feeding structure (100) according to claim 15, characterized in that, The connection point between the air outlet (132) and the air duct (131) is located at the lowest point inside the air duct (131).

17. The solid feeding structure (100) according to claim 15, characterized in that, The air inlet is higher than the air outlet (132).

18. The solid feeding structure (100) according to claim 16, characterized in that, The discharge pipe (110) is located below the air outlet (132).

19. The solid feeding structure (100) according to any one of claims 1 to 6, 8 to 18, characterized in that, At least one feed inlet (112) is provided on the feeding pipe (110), the feed inlet (112) is located on the planar structure (1131) of the feeding pipe (110), and at least a portion of the planar structure (1131) is in contact with the feeder (210).

20. The solid feeding structure (100) according to claim 19, characterized in that, At least a portion of the feeding pipe (110) is configured as a D-shaped pipe (113), the top of the D-shaped pipe (113) is configured as the planar structure (1131), and the bottom of the planar structure (1131) is configured as an arc-shaped structure (1132).

21. The solid feeding structure (100) according to any one of claims 1 to 6, 8 to 18, characterized in that, Also includes: A pressure sensor is installed on the discharge pipe (110) to detect the pressure of the internal environment of the discharge pipe (110); And / or, A temperature and humidity sensor is installed on the feeding pipe (110) to detect the temperature and humidity of the internal environment of the feeding pipe (110).

22. A solid feeding module (200), characterized in that, include: The feeder (210) and the solid feeding structure (100) as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 21, wherein the feeder (210) has a discharge port connected to the feed inlet (112) of the solid feeding structure (100).

23. A batching device, characterized in that, It includes: a main body of equipment, and a solid feeding module (200) as described in claim 22, wherein the solid feeding module (200) is connected to the main body of equipment.

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