Ice cream mold structure

Abstract

The application discloses a structure of ice cream mould, which comprises an ice cream mould support, an ice cream mould, an ice cream mould pressing ring and an ice cream tray, wherein the ice cream mould support is provided with a mould accommodating cavity, and an annular groove is formed on the ice cream mould support; the ice cream mould is provided with an ice cream raw material accommodating cavity, and an annular clamping table is formed on the ice cream mould; when the annular clamping table is embedded into the annular groove, the ice cream raw material accommodating cavity is sleeved in the mould accommodating cavity, so that the ice cream mould is fixed on the ice cream mould support; the ice cream mould pressing ring is pressed on the ice cream mould when the ice cream mould is fixed on the ice cream mould support; the ice cream tray is provided with a cover plate part, a supporting lug part and an ice cream rod part; the supporting lug part is arranged at the outer edge of the cover plate part; the ice cream rod part is arranged on the cover plate part in the direction of extending into the ice cream raw material accommodating cavity; when the ice cream raw material is filled into the ice cream raw material accommodating cavity to a set depth, the ice cream rod part is at least partially immersed in the ice cream raw material.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of mechanical technology, and more specifically, to an ice cream mold structure. Background Technology

[0002] In the food production industry, especially in home-made food and small-scale food processing, ice cream, as a popular frozen dessert, relies heavily on molds in its production process. With rising living standards and a growing demand for personalized food, homemade ice cream has become a popular leisure activity. Whether it's for family gatherings or creating specialty products for small dessert shops, higher demands are being placed on the performance and functionality of ice cream molds.

[0003] Currently, the most common ice cream mold structure is a simple cavity design. This type of mold is typically a single container-like structure with an opening at the top for injecting ingredients and a simple slot at the bottom for inserting an ice cream stick. When making ice cream, the ice cream stick is inserted into the slot, and the ingredients are directly injected into the cavity. After freezing, it is removed. However, ice cream made with this type of mold has significant drawbacks in terms of ease of holding for certain user groups, making it impossible to hold with one hand, two hands, or even when the ice cream is placed down. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this application provides an ice cream mold structure to solve or alleviate the above-mentioned technical problems in the prior art.

[0005] An ice cream mold structure includes: an ice cream mold support, an ice cream mold, an ice cream mold pressing ring, and an ice cream tray, wherein: An ice cream mold holder has a mold receiving cavity and an annular groove is provided on the ice cream mold holder; An ice cream mold is provided with an ice cream ingredient receiving cavity, and an annular locking platform is provided on the ice cream mold. When the annular locking platform is embedded in the annular groove, the ice cream ingredient receiving cavity is fitted into the mold receiving cavity, so that the ice cream mold is fixed on the ice cream mold support. Ice cream mold pressing ring: When the ice cream mold is fixed on the ice cream mold support, the ice cream mold pressing ring presses on the ice cream mold; An ice cream tray has a cover, a handle, and an ice cream stick. The handle is located at the outer edge of the cover. The ice cream stick is positioned on the cover in the direction of extending into the ice cream filling cavity. When ice cream filling is poured into the ice cream filling cavity to a set depth, the ice cream stick is at least partially submerged in the ice cream filling.

[0006] Optionally, the ice cream mold pressing ring is annular, and a snap-fit ​​portion is provided on the ice cream mold pressing ring along the annular direction so that the snap-fit ​​portion snaps into the ice cream mold support when the ice cream mold pressing ring is pressed onto the ice cream mold.

[0007] Optionally, the ice cream mold support is a cylindrical structure with a hollow interior to form a space that fits the ice cream mold as a mold receiving cavity, which accommodates and positions the ice cream mold.

[0008] Optionally, the cylindrical structure has a cylindrical wall of a set thickness, with an annular groove formed at the end of the inner wall, the groove being recessed in a direction parallel to the depth direction of the cylindrical structure.

[0009] Optionally, the ice cream mold is a container with an open end and a set depth to form an ice cream ingredient receiving cavity; an annular retaining plate is provided on the outer side of the ice cream mold near the open end, the outer diameter of which is larger than the outer diameter of the ice cream ingredient receiving cavity, so that the annular retaining plate is embedded in the annular groove and thereby fixes the ice cream mold on the ice cream mold support.

[0010] Optionally, the ice cream mold clamping ring is a flat circular ring to secure the ice cream mold to the ice cream mold holder.

[0011] Optionally, the cover portion is a circular or plate-like structure adapted to the shape of the ice cream mold opening, used to close the opening end of the ice cream mold.

[0012] Optionally, the lugs may be small protrusions or handle-like structures.

[0013] Optionally, the ice cream stick is a portion that extends from the cover plate into the interior of the ice cream mold. When ice cream ingredients are poured into the ice cream ingredient receiving cavity to a set depth, the ice cream stick will be at least partially submerged in the ice cream ingredients.

[0014] The ice cream mold provided in this application has the following technical advantages: Firstly, the ice cream mold of this application features an ice cream tray with handles. When holding the ice cream with one hand, the user can grip it stably using the handles, avoiding difficulty in holding it due to the ice cream's center of gravity. When holding the ice cream with both hands, each hand can hold the handle, providing better grip stability and comfort. Furthermore, when the ice cream needs to be eaten on a table, the lid of the ice cream tray provides a relatively stable support surface, allowing the ice cream to be placed stably on the table, solving the problem that ice cream made with existing molds cannot be used well in these situations.

[0015] Secondly, because of the ice cream tray, when the ice cream melts, the melted liquid can flow onto the tray, avoiding direct dripping onto your hands, thus improving the eating experience. This is something that existing simple cavity molds do not have.

[0016] Finally, in this application, the multi-component combination and relatively regular structure design, compared with the existing single-cavity mold, can be stacked for storage and frozen in a refrigerator for production, providing convenience for users in the storage and production process. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of the application and to make other features, objects, and advantages of the application more apparent. The illustrative embodiments and descriptions of this application are used to explain the application and do not constitute an undue limitation of the application. In the drawings: Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the ice cream mold support 1 of this application.

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the ice cream mold 2 of this application.

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the ice cream mold pressing ring 3 of this application.

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the ice cream tray 4 in this application.

[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the ice cream mold used in this application. Detailed Implementation

[0022] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort should fall within the scope of protection of the present application.

[0023] It should be noted that the term "comprising" in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application is intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion. In this application, the terms "upper," "lower," "vertical," "horizontal," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are primarily used to better describe this application and its embodiments and are not intended to limit the indicated components to having a specific orientation. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0024] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. This application will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the ice cream mold support 1 of this application. Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the ice cream mold 2 of this application. Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the ice cream mold pressing ring 3 of this application. Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the ice cream tray 4 in this application. Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the overall ice cream mold used in this application. Figures 1-5 As shown in the embodiment of this application, an ice cream mold structure includes: an ice cream mold support 1, an ice cream mold 2, an ice cream mold pressure ring 3, and an ice cream tray 4, wherein: An ice cream mold support 1 has a mold receiving cavity 11, and an annular groove 12 is provided on the ice cream mold support 1. For example, the annular groove 12 is provided at the top of the ice cream mold support 1 and communicates with the mold receiving cavity 11. The ice cream mold 2 is equipped with an ice cream ingredient receiving cavity 21, and an annular locking platform 22 is provided on the ice cream mold 2. When the annular locking platform 22 is embedded in the annular groove 12, the ice cream ingredient receiving cavity 21 is sleeved in the mold receiving cavity 11, so that the ice cream mold 2 is fixed on the ice cream mold support 1. When the ice cream mold 2 is fixed on the ice cream mold support 1, the ice cream mold pressing ring 3 presses on the ice cream mold 2; The ice cream tray 4 has a cover plate 41, a handle 42, and an ice cream stick 43. The handle 42 is located at the outer edge of the cover plate 41, and the ice cream stick 43 is located on the cover plate 41 in the direction of extending into the ice cream ingredient receiving cavity 21. When ice cream ingredients are poured into the ice cream ingredient receiving cavity 21 to a set depth, the ice cream stick 43 is at least partially submerged in the ice cream ingredients.

[0026] Optionally, the ice cream mold pressing ring 3 is annular, and a snap-fit ​​portion 31 is provided on the ice cream mold pressing ring 3 along the annular direction so that the snap-fit ​​portion 31 snaps into the ice cream mold support 1 when the ice cream mold pressing ring 3 is pressed onto the ice cream mold support 1.

[0027] To this end, the snap-fit ​​part 31 snaps into the ice cream mold support 2, forming a multi-point or continuous fixation along the circumferential direction, effectively preventing the pressure ring from shifting or rotating in the horizontal direction. Compared with traditional pressure rings that rely solely on gravity or friction for fixation, this design can more reliably maintain a tight fit between the pressure ring and the mold during mold handling, raw material injection, or freezing, avoiding loosening of the pressure ring due to external interference, thereby ensuring the overall stability of the ice cream mold structure. In addition, the stable snap-fit ​​structure allows the pressure ring to apply uniform pressure to the ice cream mold 2, enhancing the sealing performance of the mold opening. At the same time, the improved sealing performance can also reduce moisture evaporation or the entry of outside air during freezing, reducing the risk of frost or oxidation on the ice cream surface.

[0028] In order to achieve a stable connection between the snap-fit ​​part 31 of the ice cream mold pressure ring 3 and the ice cream mold support 2, a snap-fit ​​end 12 adapted to the snap-fit ​​part 31 is provided on the ice cream mold support 1.

[0029] Specifically, the snap-fit ​​end 12 should be arranged along the annular direction of the annular snap-fit ​​platform 22, and its position should correspond one-to-one with the snap-fit ​​part 31. When the ice cream mold pressure ring 3 is pressed on the ice cream mold support 1, the snap-fit ​​part 31 can be accurately embedded into the snap-fit ​​end 12. Through mechanical interlocking, the connection stability between the pressure ring and the ice cream mold support 2 is enhanced, preventing the pressure ring from shifting or falling off, and further strengthening the fixing effect of the ice cream mold on the support.

[0030] Optionally, the ice cream mold support 1 is a cylindrical structure with a hollow interior to form a space that fits the ice cream mold 2 as a mold receiving cavity 11, which accommodates and positions the ice cream mold 2.

[0031] To this end, the hollow interior of the cylindrical structure forms a mold-accommodating cavity 11 that fits the ice cream mold 2. The cavity wall's fit with the ice cream mold 2 ensures precise positioning, preventing tilting or shaking during ingredient injection, handling, or freezing, thus ensuring the regularity of the ice cream's shape after molding. Simultaneously, the cylindrical structure's surrounding support disperses stress on the mold, reducing the risk of deformation due to external impacts, making it particularly suitable for frequent operations in home DIY projects. Furthermore, the regular shape of the cylindrical structure facilitates the orderly stacking of multiple mold supports, significantly improving practicality whether saving storage space during storage or increasing space utilization when frozen. Compared to irregular structures, the cylindrical design makes stacking more stable, reducing the risk of tipping over, and is especially suitable for the efficient use of limited space in a home refrigerator.

[0032] Optionally, the cylindrical structure has a cylindrical wall of a set thickness, with an annular groove 12 formed at the end of the inner wall, the annular groove 12 being recessed in a direction parallel to the depth direction of the cylindrical structure.

[0033] To this end, the cylindrical structure has a set thickness in its wall, providing sufficient material support for the annular groove 12 at the inner end of the wall, thus preventing the wall strength from being weakened due to the groove. Simultaneously, the downward direction of the annular groove 12 is parallel to the depth direction of the cylindrical structure, ensuring that the mating surface with the annular mounting bracket 22 is perpendicular to the direction of force, such as the mold's own weight or raw material pressure. This allows for uniform stress distribution through surface contact, preventing deformation of the groove due to repeated insertion and removal during long-term use, and ensuring a stable connection between the ice cream mold 2 and the support 1. Furthermore, the set wall thickness facilitates the processing of the annular groove 12 using standardized molds, such as injection molds, allowing for precise control of the groove's depth, width, and perpendicularity. The design that the groove's downward direction aligns with the depth direction of the cylindrical structure ensures that the insertion direction of the annular mounting bracket 22 is parallel to the axis of the cylindrical wall, reducing alignment difficulties during assembly. This is particularly suitable for home users to quickly assemble the mold, reducing material leakage or mold loosening caused by assembly deviations.

[0034] Optionally, the ice cream mold 2 is a container with an open end and a set depth to form an ice cream ingredient receiving cavity 21; an annular retaining plate 22 is provided on the outer side of the ice cream mold 2 near the open end 23, the outer diameter of which is larger than the outer diameter of the ice cream ingredient receiving cavity 21, so that the annular retaining plate 22 is embedded in the annular groove 12 and thereby fixes the ice cream mold on the ice cream mold support 1.

[0035] To this end, the outer diameter of the annular retaining plate 22 on the outer side of the opening end of the ice cream mold 2 is larger than the outer diameter of the ice cream raw material receiving cavity 21, so that it can form a "stepped" fitting structure with the annular groove 12 of the ice cream mold support 1. This design achieves mechanical limiting through radial dimensional difference, preventing the mold from falling out of the support due to vibration or tilting during filling, handling or freezing, while ensuring that the raw material receiving cavity 21 is precisely aligned with the mold receiving cavity 11 to prevent raw material leakage, which is especially suitable for scenarios where molds are frequently moved in home DIY. In addition, the protruding structure of the annular retaining plate 22 provides a clear positioning mark for mold installation. Users can quickly complete the assembly by aligning the retaining plate with the groove without complicated adjustments. The container design of "one-end opening + set depth", combined with the stable connection between the retaining plate and the support, allows the ice cream and mold to be removed from the support by simply applying reverse force after freezing and then easily demolded using the operating space at the opening end 23, reducing the operation difficulty for home users.

[0036] Optionally, the ice cream mold pressing ring 3 is a flat ring to fix the ice cream mold 2 onto the ice cream mold support 1.

[0037] Optionally, the cover portion 41 is a circular or plate-shaped structure adapted to the shape of the opening of the ice cream mold 2, used to close the opening end 23 of the ice cream mold 2.

[0038] To this end, the cover plate 41 adopts a circular or plate-like structure adapted to the opening shape of the ice cream mold 2, which can form a tight seal with the opening end 23. This design can effectively prevent outside air from entering the ice cream ingredient receiving cavity 21, reducing the problem of frost or oxidation on the surface of the ingredients during freezing; at the same time, it prevents the odor of other foods in the refrigerator from seeping in, ensuring the pure taste of the ice cream, which is especially suitable for scenarios where multiple foods are stored together in a home refrigerator. In addition, the design adapted to the opening shape allows the cover plate 41 to be quickly aligned and cover the opening end 23 without repeated adjustments, reducing the operating threshold for home users. Furthermore, the plate-like structure itself has a certain rigidity, which can evenly distribute pressure when covering, avoiding the overflow of ingredients due to uneven local pressure, while also making it easy for users to easily remove and place the cover plate using the handle 42, taking into account both practicality and ease of use.

[0039] Optionally, the lug 42 may be a small protrusion or a handle-like structure.

[0040] To address this, the handle 42 is designed with small protrusions or a handle-like structure, providing users with a clear point of leverage. When operating with one hand, fingers can naturally grip the protrusions or handles, effectively preventing the ice cream tray 4 from slipping from the hand, making it especially suitable for scenarios requiring one-handed holding, such as when holding items or children. When operating with two hands, both hands can grip the handles on either side, maintaining tray balance through symmetrical force application, preventing spillage due to uneven force, and enhancing grip reliability in different usage scenarios. Furthermore, the small protrusions or handle-like structure make the handle 42 easy to grip, allowing users to close or remove the ice cream tray 4 without directly contacting the cover 41 or any potentially contaminated ingredients, reducing the risk of hand contamination. This design also lowers the operational threshold, allowing the elderly and children to easily complete the actions, avoiding the risk of frostbite from hand contact with the freezing mold due to tray slippage, thus balancing convenience and safety.

[0041] Optionally, the ice cream stick 43 is a portion that extends from the cover plate 41 into the interior of the ice cream mold 2. When ice cream ingredients are poured into the ice cream ingredient receiving cavity 21 to a set depth, the ice cream stick 43 will be at least partially submerged in the ice cream ingredients.

[0042] To this end, the ice cream stick 43 extends from the cover plate 41 into the ice cream mold 2, and is at least partially submerged in the ingredients when the filling reaches the set depth. This design allows the ice cream stick and the ingredients to form a single unit during freezing, preventing the ice cream stick from tilting, loosening, or even falling off due to instability. This ensures that the stick can reliably support the ice cream body when eaten, making it especially suitable for children or the elderly, reducing inconvenience during consumption. Furthermore, the integrated design of the ice cream stick 43 and the cover plate 41 eliminates the need for users to insert the ice cream stick separately. Simply closing the cover plate automatically positions the stick in the preset position and immerses it in the ingredients, simplifying the DIY process. Simultaneously, this fixed extension direction and position ensures that the stick of each ice cream is in the correct position, preventing inconsistencies in the finished product caused by manual insertion angles and depths, and improving the uniformity and aesthetics of homemade ice cream.

[0043] Based on the above mold, when making ice cream, the annular locking platform 22 of the ice cream mold 2 is embedded into the annular groove 12 of the ice cream mold support 1, so that the ice cream mold 2 is fixed in the mold receiving cavity 11 of the ice cream mold support 1; then the ice cream mold pressing ring 3 is pressed onto the ice cream mold 2, so that the locking part 31 is embedded into the locking end 12 of the ice cream mold support 1; then ice cream material is poured into the ice cream material receiving cavity 21 of the ice cream mold 2 to a set depth; then the cover plate 41 of the ice cream tray 4 is placed on the opening end 23 of the ice cream mold 2 to seal the opening end 23, while the ice cream stick 43 is inserted into the ice cream material receiving cavity 21 and at least partially immersed in the material, and the handle 42 is located on the outer edge of the cover plate 41; finally, the assembled mold is placed in the refrigerator to freeze and solidify. After the ice cream is solidified, it can be eaten with one hand or two hands, is not easy to drop, is more stable, and is more suitable for younger users. Frozen ice cream can be laid flat on a table, making it easy for users with hand disabilities to use. This provides excellent grip for users with special needs, unlike single ice cream sticks on the market that can only be held in one hand until the ice cream is finished. The lid has a built-in spill-proof tray with a high rim design to hold melted ice cream.

[0044] In a specific scenario, to facilitate implementation of the above solution by those skilled in the art, the following explanation is provided from the perspective of satisfying the sufficiency of disclosure under patent law. However, this explanation does not constitute a limitation on the scope of protection of the claims in this application.

[0045] 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. An ice cream mold structure, characterized in that, include: Ice cream mold support (1), ice cream mold (2), ice cream mold pressing ring (3), ice cream tray (4), wherein: An ice cream mold support (1) has a mold receiving cavity (11) and an annular groove (12) is provided on the ice cream mold support (1). The ice cream mold (2) is equipped with an ice cream ingredient receiving cavity (21), and an annular locking platform (22) is provided on the ice cream mold (2). When the annular locking platform (22) is embedded in the annular groove (12), the ice cream ingredient receiving cavity (21) is sleeved in the mold receiving cavity (11) so that the ice cream mold (2) is fixed on the ice cream mold support (1). When the ice cream mold (2) is fixed on the ice cream mold support (1), the ice cream mold pressing ring (3) presses on the ice cream mold (2); An ice cream tray (4) has a cover plate (41), a handle (42), and an ice cream stick (43). The handle (42) is located at the outer edge of the cover plate (41), and the ice cream stick (43) is located on the cover plate (41) in the direction of extending into the ice cream ingredient receiving cavity (21). When ice cream ingredients are poured into the ice cream ingredient receiving cavity (21) to a set depth, the ice cream stick (43) is at least partially submerged in the ice cream ingredients.

2. The ice cream mold structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ice cream mold pressing ring (3) is annular, and along the annular direction, a snap-fit ​​part (31) is provided on the ice cream mold pressing ring (3) so that when the ice cream mold pressing ring (3) is pressed on the ice cream mold (2), the snap-fit ​​part (31) snaps into the ice cream mold support (1).

3. The ice cream mold structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ice cream mold support (1) is a cylindrical structure with a hollow interior to form a space that fits the ice cream mold (2) as a mold receiving cavity (11). The mold receiving cavity (11) contains and positions the ice cream mold (2).

4. The ice cream mold structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The cylindrical structure has a cylindrical wall of a set thickness, with an annular groove (12) formed at the end of the inner wall. The annular groove (12) is recessed in a direction parallel to the depth direction of the cylindrical structure.

5. The ice cream mold structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ice cream mold (2) is a container with an open end and a set depth to form an ice cream ingredient receiving cavity (21). An annular retaining plate (22) is provided on the outer side of the ice cream mold (2) near the open end (23). Its outer diameter is larger than the outer diameter of the ice cream ingredient receiving cavity (21) so that the annular retaining plate (22) is embedded in the annular groove (12) and thereby fixes the ice cream mold on the ice cream mold support (1).

6. The ice cream mold structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ice cream mold pressing ring (3) is a flat circular ring to fix the ice cream mold (2) on the ice cream mold support (1).

7. The ice cream mold structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cover plate (41) is a circular or plate-shaped structure adapted to the opening shape of the ice cream mold (2) for closing the opening end (23) of the ice cream mold (2).

8. The ice cream mold structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ear support (42) is a small protrusion or handle-like structure.

9. An ice cream mold structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ice cream stick (43) is a part that extends from the cover plate (41) into the ice cream mold (2). When ice cream ingredients are poured into the ice cream ingredient receiving cavity (21) to a set depth, the ice cream stick (43) will be at least partially submerged in the ice cream ingredients.

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