Food processing apparatus

Abstract

The application discloses a food processing device, and relates to the technical field of food processing, wherein the food processing device comprises a shell assembly, a food containing barrel, a stirring assembly, a driving assembly and a refrigeration assembly. The shell assembly has a first containing space and a second containing space arranged along a vertical direction; the food containing barrel is arranged at a position corresponding to the first containing space of the shell assembly and is used for containing food; the stirring assembly is arranged in the food containing barrel; the driving assembly is arranged at a position corresponding to the second containing space of the shell assembly, a driving shaft of the driving assembly penetrates into the food containing barrel, and the stirring assembly is connected with the driving shaft; and the refrigeration assembly has a refrigeration part used for providing refrigeration for a containing cavity. The technical scheme provided by the application aims to increase the structural strength of the food processing device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the technical field of food processing, and in particular to a food processing device. Background Technology

[0002] Existing food processing equipment, such as ice cream machines, generally suffers from unreasonable structural design, which leads to localized stress concentration in the drive components of traditional food processing equipment during operation, resulting in low structural strength. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main objective of this application is to propose a food processing device that aims to enhance the structural strength of the food processing device.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the food processing equipment proposed in this application includes: The housing assembly has a first receiving space and a second receiving space arranged in a vertical direction; A food container is disposed within the first accommodating space for holding food; A stirring assembly is located inside the food container. A drive assembly is disposed within the second accommodating space, and the drive shaft of the drive assembly passes through the food accommodating container and is connected to the stirring assembly; A refrigeration assembly having a refrigeration section for providing refrigeration to the food container.

[0005] In one embodiment, the housing assembly includes a first end plate, a second end plate, a partition, and a surrounding plate. The partition is fixed inside the surrounding plate, and the partition divides the space enclosed by the surrounding plate into a first accommodating space and a second accommodating space. The first end plate is disposed at the end of the surrounding plate near the first accommodating space, and the second end plate is disposed at the end of the surrounding plate near the second accommodating space. The first end plate includes a first flat plate portion and a first recess located in the middle of the first flat plate portion, the first recess constituting the food container; The drive assembly is located on the side of the partition facing the second accommodating space. The partition has a first through hole, and the drive shaft of the drive assembly passes through the first through hole into the food accommodating container.

[0006] In one embodiment, the food processing equipment further includes a plurality of support beams, each of the plurality of support beams having a first end and a second end opposite to each other, the first end of the plurality of support beams being connected to the first end plate, and the second end of the plurality of support beams being connected to the second end plate; The drive shaft of the drive assembly is used to apply driving torque to the stirring assembly, and the torsional direction of the driving torque is not parallel to the extension direction of the plurality of support beams.

[0007] In one embodiment, a plurality of the support beams extend along a first direction, the torsion direction being perpendicular to the first direction.

[0008] In one embodiment, each of the support beams includes a first side plate and a second side plate extending along a first direction, the first side plate and the second side plate being connected at a first preset angle; The partition is provided with a first enclosure along its edge. The angle between the first side plate and the first enclosure is smaller than the angle between the second side plate and the first enclosure, and the angle between the first side plate and the enclosure is larger than the angle between the second side plate and the enclosure. The first enclosure of the partition is connected to the first side plate of the plurality of support beams, and the enclosure is connected to the second side plate of the plurality of support beams.

[0009] In one embodiment, the housing assembly further includes a third receiving space, wherein the first receiving space, the second receiving space, and the third receiving space are arranged in a vertical direction; The refrigeration unit is an evaporator, and the refrigeration assembly also includes a condenser and a compressor. The condenser and the compressor are located in the third accommodating space, and the evaporator is located in the first accommodating space and is positioned outside the food accommodating container.

[0010] In one embodiment, at least two of the plurality of support beams form a heat dissipation area located in the third accommodating space, and the enclosure is provided with heat dissipation holes corresponding to the position of the heat dissipation area; The refrigeration assembly also includes a cooling fan, and the condenser and the cooling fan are located in the heat dissipation area, with the cooling fan positioned between the enclosure and the condenser.

[0011] In one embodiment, the food processing device further includes a foamed shell disposed within the first accommodating space. The foamed shell surrounds the outer side of the food accommodating container, thereby forming a closed foamed accommodating space between the foamed shell and the food accommodating container. The foamed accommodating space is used to accommodate foamed material.

[0012] In one embodiment, the housing assembly further includes a third receiving space, wherein the first receiving space, the second receiving space, and the third receiving space are arranged in a vertical direction; The refrigeration unit is an evaporator. The refrigeration assembly also includes a condenser, a compressor, a first connecting pipe, and a second connecting pipe. The condenser and the compressor are located in the third accommodating space. The evaporator is arranged around the outside of the food accommodating container. The partition has a first connecting hole and a second connecting hole. The foamed outer shell has a third connecting hole and a fourth connecting hole. One end of the first connecting pipe is connected to the compressor, and the other end of the first connecting pipe is connected to the first end of the evaporator through the first connecting hole and the third connecting hole. One end of the second connecting pipe is connected to the condenser, and the other end of the second connecting pipe is connected to the second end of the evaporator through the second connecting hole and the fourth connecting hole.

[0013] In one embodiment, the foamed outer shell has a second through hole and a first sleeve and a second sleeve corresponding to the second through hole, the first sleeve extending toward the food container and the second sleeve extending toward the partition. The drive shaft of the drive assembly passes through the first through hole, the second sleeve, the second through hole, and the first sleeve in sequence inside the food container.

[0014] In one embodiment, a bushing is provided inside the food container at the position corresponding to the first through hole, the bushing is coaxially arranged with the first through hole, and the stirring assembly is located outside the bushing.

[0015] In one embodiment, the food processing equipment is specifically an ice cream machine.

[0016] As can be seen from the above, the food processing equipment provided in this application has a housing assembly with a first accommodating space and a second accommodating space arranged vertically. The food accommodating container is located in the first accommodating space, and the drive assembly is located in the second accommodating space. Thus, the food accommodating cavity and the drive assembly are arranged vertically. The stirring assembly in the food accommodating cavity is connected to the drive shaft of the drive assembly, which can stir the food in the food accommodating container. The overall structure is arranged vertically, which effectively solves the problems of uneven torque distribution and insufficient structural strength in traditional food processing equipment. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the food processing equipment provided in this application; Figure 2 A schematic diagram of another embodiment of the food processing equipment provided in this application; Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of another embodiment of the food processing equipment provided in this application; Figure 4 for Figure 3 Sectional view of AA; Figure 5 for Figure 4 A magnified view of a section at point B in the middle; Figure 6 for Figure 4 A magnified view of a section at point C; Figure 7 A schematic diagram of a structure of one embodiment of the first end plate and the foamed outer shell; Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of another embodiment of the food processing equipment provided in this application; Figure 9 for Figure 3 A bottom view.

[0019] Explanation of icon numbers: 100. Housing assembly; 111. First receiving space; 112. Second receiving space; 113. Third receiving space; 121. First end plate; 1211. First flat plate portion; 1212. First recess; 1213. Second enclosure wall; 122. Second end plate; 123. Partition; 1231. First enclosure wall; 124. Enclosure plate; 1241. Arc-shaped side plate; 1242. Second side plate; 1243. First arc plate; 1 244. Third side plate; 1245. Second arc plate; 1246. Fourth side plate; 1247. First side plate; 1248. Third recess; 131. Support beam; 132. First side plate; 133. Second side plate; 141. First connecting plate; 150. Interactive component; 160. Leakage hole; 170. Bushing; 181. Slot; 182. Snap-fit; 190. Flanged edge; 191. Positioning element; 192. Protrusion; 200, Food container; 300, Stirring assembly; 400, Drive assembly; 410, Drive shaft; 420, Drive motor; 430, Gearbox; 440, Coupling; 450, Electrical control box; 500, Refrigeration assembly; 510, Evaporator; 520, Condenser; 530, Compressor; 540, Cooling fan; 600, Foamed outer shell; 610, First sleeve; 620, Second sleeve; 631, Second flat plate; 6311, Third enclosure wall; 632, Second recess.

[0020] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this application will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0022] It should be noted that if the embodiments of this application involve directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indicators are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.

[0023] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this application involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the use of "and / or" or "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions. For example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution that simultaneously satisfies A and B. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed in this application.

[0024] Existing food processing equipment, such as ice cream machines, generally suffers from unreasonable structural design, which leads to localized stress concentration in the drive components of traditional food processing equipment during operation, resulting in low structural strength.

[0025] In response, this application proposes a food processing device, in one embodiment, such as... Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, this food processing equipment includes a housing assembly 100, a food container 200, a drive assembly 400, a stirring assembly 300, and a cooling assembly 500.

[0026] In this embodiment, the housing assembly 100 has a first accommodating space 111 and a second accommodating space 112 arranged vertically. It is understood that the first accommodating space 111 and the second accommodating space 112 refer to the division of the internal space of the device through a vertically layered structure, with the first accommodating space 111 located at the upper part of the housing assembly 100 and the second accommodating space 112 located at the lower part of the housing assembly 100. This can be achieved using stacked partitions 123 or a split housing structure, thereby physically isolating the food processing area from the driving area, reducing the interference of the heat generated by the driving assembly 400 on the refrigeration system, and shortening the through path of the driving shaft 410, ensuring that the driving shaft 410 of the driving assembly 400 can be directly connected to the central shaft of the stirring assembly 300.

[0027] Optionally, the housing assembly 100 is made of metal and can be formed as a cabinet or a cylinder; its specific material and shape are not limited here. It should be noted that the top of the housing assembly 100 has an opening, which can be an opening on the top plate or a directly perforated top, so that the opening of the container 200 faces upward.

[0028] In this embodiment, a food container 200 is disposed on the housing assembly 100 at a position corresponding to the first receiving space 111 for containing food, and a stirring assembly 300 is disposed inside the food container 200. Optionally, the food container 200 is made of stainless steel, is cylindrical, and has a drive hole at the bottom for the drive shaft 410 of the drive assembly 400 to pass through. The food container 200 is installed in the first receiving space 111 for containing the food to be processed.

[0029] Optionally, the stirring assembly 300 includes stirring blades that can be driven by the drive shaft 410 of the drive assembly 400 to move and agitate the food in the food container 200.

[0030] In this embodiment, the drive assembly 400 includes a drive motor 420 and a reducer, and is installed in the second receiving space 112. The output shaft of the drive motor 420 is connected to the drive shaft 410 through the reducer. The drive shaft 410 passes upward from the second receiving space 112 through the drive hole at the bottom of the food receiving container 200 and is connected to the stirring assembly 300.

[0031] In this embodiment, the refrigeration component 500 provides refrigeration for the food container 200, and the specific refrigeration method is not limited here.

[0032] It is understood that the drive component 400 in this application's technical solution, located in the housing component 100 corresponding to the second accommodating space 112, refers to the independent placement of the power source in the lower space of the equipment, reducing vibration transmission through vertical spatial isolation. Specifically, the drive shaft 410 passing through the food container 200 means that the power transmission component penetrates the food processing container vertically. This can be achieved using a combination of a sealed bearing and a bushing 170. In this way, torque can be directly transmitted to the stirring component 300, eliminating energy loss caused by multi-stage transmission, and reducing the risk of eccentric vibration through axial alignment.

[0033] Importantly, the housing assembly 100 is vertically positioned, and all internal mechanisms are distributed along the vertical direction. This optimizes the dynamic matching relationship between the drive shaft 410 and the support structure, making the torque transmission direction orthogonal to the extension direction of the support beam 131. This fundamentally solves the problems of uneven torque distribution and low heat dissipation efficiency caused by traditional transverse layouts.

[0034] The working process and principle of this application are as follows: The food processing equipment adopts a vertically layered layout, with the shell assembly 100 divided into upper and lower accommodating spaces. The first accommodating space 111 is located in the upper layer and is used to accommodate the food accommodating container 200 and the stirring assembly 300. The second accommodating space 112 is located in the lower layer and is used to install the drive assembly 400. The food accommodating container 200 is disposed within the first accommodating space 111, and the stirring assembly 300 is installed inside the food accommodating container 200. The drive shaft 410 of the drive assembly 400 extends upward from the second accommodating space 112, passes through the bottom of the food accommodating container 200, and connects to the stirring assembly 300. The cooling section of the cooling assembly 500 is arranged around the food accommodating container 200 to provide cooling for the accommodating cavity.

[0035] During operation, the drive assembly 400 drives the stirring assembly 300 to rotate via the drive shaft 410, stirring the ingredients in the food container 200. Simultaneously, the cooling assembly 500 cools the container, ensuring the ingredients are processed at a low temperature. The vertically layered layout ensures that the drive shaft 410 coincides with the central axis of the stirring assembly 300, avoiding the angular deviation between the drive shaft and the support structure found in traditional horizontal layouts. The drive assembly 400 is spatially separated from the food processing area, reducing interference from the drive assembly 400's operation on the cooling effect.

[0036] This layout design allows the driving torque to be transmitted vertically, forming an orthogonal relationship with the horizontal support structure, effectively dispersing stress distribution. Simultaneously, the spatial isolation between the drive assembly 400 and the cooling assembly 500 avoids thermal interference from motor heat dissipation on the cooling system, improving cooling efficiency and stability.

[0037] It is worth noting that food processing equipment with vertically arranged internal functional mechanisms can reduce the actual floor space. Because its internal functional mechanisms are stacked, compared with the horizontal arrangement in the existing technology, the actual bottom area of ​​the food processing equipment can be reduced. Firstly, it can effectively utilize the internal volume of the food processing equipment and improve space utilization. Secondly, it can also make it easier for users to place, reduce the floor space, and improve the user experience.

[0038] Through the above solution, this application solves the problem of insufficient dynamic matching between the drive shaft and the support structure in traditional horizontal layouts. The food processing equipment provided in this application has a housing assembly 100 with a first accommodating space 111 and a second accommodating space 112 arranged vertically. The food accommodating container 200 is located in the first accommodating space 111, and the drive assembly 400 is located in the second accommodating space 112. Thus, the food accommodating cavity and the drive assembly 400 are arranged vertically. The stirring assembly 300 in the food accommodating cavity is connected to the drive shaft 410 of the drive assembly 400, enabling it to stir the food in the food accommodating container 200. The overall structure is vertically oriented, effectively solving the problems of uneven torque distribution and insufficient structural strength in traditional food processing equipment.

[0039] In one embodiment, such as Figure 2 and Figure 8 As shown, the housing assembly 100 includes a first end plate 121, a second end plate 122, a partition 123, and a surrounding plate 124. The surrounding plate 124 forms a first receiving space 111 and a second receiving space 112. The first end plate 121 is located at the end of the surrounding plate 124 near the first receiving space 111, and the second end plate 122 is located at the end of the surrounding plate 124 near the second receiving space 112. Figure 7 As shown, the first end plate 121 includes a first flat plate portion 1211 and a first recess 1212 located in the middle of the first flat plate portion 1211. The first recess 1212 constitutes a food container 200. The partition 123 is fixed inside the surrounding plate 124 and divides the space formed by the surrounding plate 124 into a first accommodating space 111 and a second accommodating space 112. The drive assembly 400 is disposed on the side of the partition 123 facing the second accommodating space 112. The partition 123 has a first through hole, and the drive shaft 410 passes through the first through hole into the food container 200.

[0040] Optionally, the enclosure 124 may be made of a metallic material, such as stainless steel or aluminum alloy, to provide sufficient structural strength and corrosion resistance. The enclosure 124 is formed into a vertically extending structure through an integral molding process, and its internal space is divided into upper and lower independent areas by a partition 123. The shape of the enclosure 124 determines the overall shape of the housing assembly 100. The enclosure 124 may be cylindrical or rectangular, and its specific shape is not limited here.

[0041] As an optional implementation, a positioning groove may be provided on the inner wall of the enclosure 124 for fixing the edge of the partition 123. The first end plate 121 and the second end plate 122 may be fixedly connected to the enclosure 124 by bolts or welding. The first recess 1212 may be cylindrical, and its diameter and depth may be designed according to the food holding requirements.

[0042] Optionally, the first flat plate portion 1211 of the first end plate 121 can be configured as a circular or rectangular substrate. A first recess 1212 is provided in the center of the first flat plate portion 1211. The first recess 1212 can be a recessed structure formed in the center of the first end plate 121 by a stamping process; that is, the first flat plate portion 1211 and the first recess 1212 can be integrally formed, reducing assembly steps. The specific recess size is not limited here. The partition plate 123 and the surrounding plate 124 can be fixed around the entire circumference by screws or welding.

[0043] Optionally, a copper bushing can be provided on the inner wall of the first through hole, and a silicone sealing ring can be filled between the drive shaft 410 and the first through hole to prevent damage caused by excessive structural hardness, provide buffering force for vibration, and increase the reliability of the entire mechanism. Optionally, the first through hole can be located at the center of the partition 123, and its diameter is slightly larger than the diameter of the drive shaft 410 to ensure smooth insertion and operation of the drive shaft 410.

[0044] Understandably, the partition 123 serves to support the drive assembly 400 and effectively prevents heat from the motor from being transferred to the food container 200. Furthermore, since there is only a partition 123 between the food container 200 and the drive assembly 400, meaning they occupy very little space, this reduces the drive force transmission path, improves drive efficiency, and increases space utilization, thus reducing the overall size of the food processing equipment.

[0045] The drive assembly 400 may include a drive motor 420 and a reducer. The drive motor 420 can be fixed to the lower surface of the partition 123 by screws. The reducer is connected to the output shaft of the motor, and the drive shaft 410 is connected to the output shaft of the reducer.

[0046] Through the above technical solution, this application achieves an optimized structural design for the shell assembly 100, effectively solving the problem of uneven torque transmission caused by the mismatch between the torsional direction of the drive shaft 410 and the extension direction of the support structure. The enclosure 124, as an integral frame, defines the boundaries of the first accommodating space 111 and the second accommodating space 112, ensuring that the two functional areas are independently arranged in the vertical direction, avoiding mutual interference. The first end plate 121, through the combination of the first flat plate portion 1211 and the first recess portion 1212, directly forms the food container 200, reducing the assembly of additional components and improving space utilization. The partition 123 is fixed inside the enclosure 124, clearly defining the installation positions of the drive assembly 400 and the food container 200, while providing a through-hole for the drive shaft 410, ensuring the accurate alignment of the drive shaft 410 and the stirring assembly 300. The drive assembly 400 is located on the side of the partition 123 facing the second receiving space 112, which not only isolates the drive component from the food processing area, but also blocks the transmission of heat or vibration to the food receiving container 200 through the partition 123, and also reduces the driving force transmission path between the drive assembly 400 and the stirring assembly 300.

[0047] Optionally, the second end plate 122 may also be provided with multiple support feet for anti-slip purposes after being placed in the corresponding position.

[0048] In one embodiment, the housing assembly 100 is provided with a first end plate 121, a second end plate 122 and a partition 123 to divide the accommodating space. However, when the drive shaft 410 of the drive assembly 400 applies driving torque to the stirring assembly 300, the support structure may have uneven torque distribution due to the extension direction being parallel to the torsional direction or having a specific angle with it. This can easily lead to local stress concentration and insufficient overall torsional resistance of the support structure, which in turn can cause equipment vibration or component fatigue damage.

[0049] In one embodiment, such as Figure 1 As shown, the food processing equipment also includes multiple support beams 131, each of which has a first end and a second end. The first end of the multiple support beams 131 is connected to a first end plate 121, and the second end of the multiple support beams 131 is connected to a second end plate 122. The drive shaft 410 of the drive assembly 400 is used to apply a driving torque to the stirring assembly 300. The direction of the driving torque is not parallel to the extension direction of the multiple support beams 131.

[0050] The extension direction of the support beam 131 is not parallel to the direction of the driving torque; it can be perpendicular or set at a specific angle, such as 30° to 90°. The first and second ends of the support beam 131 are respectively fixed to the first end plate 121 and the second end plate 122 by welding or bolting, forming a continuous rigid frame that runs through the housing assembly 100.

[0051] Optionally, the cross-sectional shape of the support beam 131 can be L-shaped, T-shaped, or I-shaped to improve the bending section modulus. When the drive shaft 410 transmits torque, the support beam 131 decomposes the torque into components perpendicular to its extension direction through a non-parallel layout. For example, when the support beam 131 extends vertically, the torsional direction of the drive shaft 410 is decomposed into a horizontal component, which is borne by the lateral stiffness of the support beam 131.

[0052] In this embodiment, the food processing device includes four support beams 131, located at the four corners of the housing assembly 100, forming a stable support frame. The support beams 131 can be made of a metal material, such as stainless steel or aluminum alloy, to provide sufficient strength and rigidity. The drive shaft 410 can be connected to the stirring assembly 300 via bearings or a coupling 440 to ensure effective torque transmission.

[0053] Specifically, multiple support beams 131 extend along a first direction, with the torsional direction of the driving torque perpendicular to this first direction. Optionally, the first direction is the vertical direction. The extension directions of the support beams 131 and the torsional direction of the drive shaft 410 form a spatially staggered relationship, redistributing the torque transmission path. When the drive shaft 410 applies a clockwise or counterclockwise torsional force, the support beams 131, through the perpendicular relationship between their extension directions and the torsional direction, convert the torque into a shear force perpendicular to the axial direction of the support beams 131. The rigid connection structure of the support beams 131 evenly distributes the shear force to the end plates, avoiding local stress concentration. For example, when the support beams 131 adopt an I-shaped cross-section and are arranged vertically, their webs can effectively resist horizontal shear forces, while the flanges bear bending stress. Thus, the non-parallel design of the extension direction of the support beams 131 and the driving torque, by changing the mechanical transmission path, allows the support structure to absorb and disperse torque using its own cross-sectional characteristics, thereby improving the equipment's vibration resistance and fatigue resistance.

[0054] Through the above technical solution, this application achieves optimized matching between the support structure and the driving torque. Since the extension direction of the support beam 131 is not parallel to the torsional direction of the driving torque, the driving torque is decomposed into a component perpendicular to the extension direction of the support beam 131. This avoids the torque being transmitted along a single direction of the support beam 131, effectively preventing stress concentration. The support beam 131 can disperse and absorb the torsional force transmitted by the drive shaft 410 through its own structural strength, thereby improving the overall torsional resistance of the equipment.

[0055] Inadequate dynamic matching between the drive shaft 410 and the support structure in traditional food processing equipment leads to angular deviations in the torque transmission path, causing stress concentration. The torsional direction generated by the drive assembly 400 is parallel to the extension direction of the support beam 131, resulting in mechanical vibration and weak torsional resistance.

[0056] In this embodiment, multiple support beams 131 extend along a first direction, and the torsional direction is perpendicular to the first direction.

[0057] Optionally, the first direction of the support beam 131 can be set to coincide with the vertical axis of the equipment.

[0058] The extension axis of the support beam 131 is orthogonal to the rotation axis of the drive shaft 410. In specific implementations, the torsional direction of the drive shaft 410 can be set to rotate around a horizontal axis, while the support beam 131 extends vertically, and the orthogonal angle error between the two is controlled within a certain range. The arrangement of the support beams 131 can include beams symmetrically distributed on both sides of the housing assembly 100, for example, four beams arranged in parallel pairs in the front, rear, left, and right directions to form a rectangular frame structure. Adjacent support beams 131 can be spaced at the same predetermined distance to ensure the balance of load distribution.

[0059] Optionally, when the drive shaft 410 applies a horizontal torsional force, the support beam 131 bears axial tensile or compressive loads in the vertical direction. For example, when the drive shaft 410 rotates clockwise, the left support beam 131 is subjected to a compressive load, and the right support beam 131 is subjected to a tensile load, with the load direction consistent with the beam's extension direction. This orthogonal arrangement ensures that the internal stress of the beam is evenly distributed along its length, reducing the stress concentration factor.

[0060] Through the above technical solution, this application optimizes the mechanical transmission path of the housing assembly 100 during dynamic operation by setting the extension direction of the support beam 131 perpendicular to the torsional direction of the driving torque. This converts the dynamic torque into a uniform tensile or compressive load on the support beam 131, avoiding shear stress concentration caused by the angle between the torsional direction and the extension direction of the support beam 131. Thus, the support beam 131 can more efficiently disperse and absorb the torque transmitted by the drive shaft 410, reducing local stress peaks, suppressing vibration transmission, and improving the structural stability of the equipment under high-speed stirring conditions. Specifically, this design helps reduce the deformation and vibration of the support beam 131, increasing the structural strength of the food processing equipment.

[0061] In one embodiment, such as Figure 1 and Figure 8As shown, each of the supporting beams 131 includes a first side plate 132 and a second side plate 133 extending along a first direction, the first side plate 132 and the second side plate 133 being connected at a first preset angle; the partition 123 has a first enclosure wall 1231 along its edge, the included angle between the first side plate 132 and the first enclosure wall 1231 is smaller than the included angle between the second side plate 133 and the first enclosure wall 1231, and the included angle between the first side plate 132 and the enclosure 124 is larger than the included angle between the second side plate 133 and the enclosure 124; the first enclosure wall 1231 of the partition 123 is connected to the first side plates 132 of the plurality of supporting beams 131, and the enclosure 124 is connected to the second side plates 133 of the plurality of supporting beams 131. Optionally, the enclosure 124 is connected and positioned to the second side plate 133 through a positioning member 191 to achieve a stable connection.

[0062] The first side plate 132 and the second side plate 133 form a V-shaped or L-shaped structure through a preset angle. The first side plate 132 is configured to form an acute angle connection with the first enclosure wall 1231 of the partition 123. For example, the included angle between the first side plate 132 and the first enclosure wall 1231 can be 30 degrees, and the included angle between the second side plate 133 and the first enclosure wall 1231 can be 60 degrees. The connection angle between the enclosure plate 124 and the second side plate 133 is designed to be an obtuse angle. For example, the included angle between the second side plate 133 and the enclosure plate 124 can be 120 degrees. The first enclosure wall 1231 of the partition 123 is fixed to the first side of the support beam 131 by welding or riveting, and the enclosure plate 124 is fixed to the second side of the support beam 131 by inclined welding or bolt connection.

[0063] It is understood that the first preset angle can be any angle between 0 degrees and 180 degrees, and the specific value depends on the overall structural design of the equipment, spatial layout requirements, and mechanical performance requirements. In one feasible embodiment, such as Figure 8As shown, when the enclosure 124 is a square cylindrical structure, it can be formed by connecting four side plates in sequence, with the included angle between two adjacent side plates being 90 degrees, forming a rectangular or square cross-section shell frame. Correspondingly, the partition 123 is also a square structure matching the enclosure 124, with an upwardly extending first enclosure wall 1231 on its edge. This first enclosure wall 1231 is arranged circumferentially along the partition 123 and is connected to multiple support beams 131 at the four corners. In this structure, the first side plate 132 and the second side plate 133 of each support beam 131 can be set at a first preset angle of 90 degrees, and the support beams 131 are correspondingly arranged at the four corners of the partition 123. With this configuration: the first side plate 132 extends along the edge of the partition 123, parallel and fitting against the first enclosure wall 1231, and the two can achieve a high-strength connection through continuous welding or screw fastening; the second side plate 133 is parallel to the corresponding side plate of the enclosure 124, maintaining good surface contact with the inner wall of the enclosure 124, facilitating a stable connection through welding or bolts. Thus, the two side plates of the support beam 131 achieve directional alignment and surface-to-surface fitting with the first enclosure wall 1231 of the partition 123 and the side wall of the enclosure 124, respectively, which not only improves the connection strength and assembly accuracy but also effectively enhances the rigidity and stability of the overall structure.

[0064] In one feasible embodiment, the L-shaped support beam 131 is arranged with its opening facing outward. Optionally, if the second side plate 133 of a support beam 131 needs to be connected to a side plate, the opening can be set to face the adjacent side plate to ensure installation alignment. This also facilitates providing sufficient working space when installing screws and avoids the support beam 131 body from obstructing operating tools (such as screwdrivers or electric screwdriver bits), thereby improving assembly efficiency and ease of operation.

[0065] In the above feasible embodiment, the enclosure plate 124 is provided with a mounting protrusion at the corresponding installation position of the support beam 131. The mounting protrusion protrudes from the inner wall of the enclosure plate 124 or the connection area of ​​the end plate, and has an axially extending screw hole inside for fastening with screws. In this way, the mounting holes on the bottom or side of the L-shaped support beam 131 can be aligned with the mounting protrusion, and the support beam 131 can be fixed by screws passing through the screw holes in the protrusion in sequence.

[0066] In some of the solutions described above in this application, the support beam 131 structure is used to enhance the torsional resistance of the housing assembly 100. However, when the drive assembly 400 and the refrigeration assembly 500 are running simultaneously, the extension direction of the support beam 131 is not parallel to the torque direction of the drive shaft 410, which may cause heat accumulation, resulting in the condenser 520 and compressor 530 of the refrigeration assembly 500 being unable to dissipate heat effectively, thereby affecting the refrigeration efficiency and equipment stability.

[0067] In one embodiment, such as Figure 1 As shown, the housing assembly 100 also includes a third receiving space 113, and the first receiving space 111, the second receiving space 112 and the third receiving space 113 are arranged in a vertical direction; the refrigeration unit is an evaporator 510, and the refrigeration assembly 500 also includes a condenser 520 and a compressor 530. The condenser 520 and the compressor 530 are located in the third receiving space 113, and the evaporator 510 is located in the first receiving space 111 at a position corresponding to the outside of the food receiving container 200.

[0068] The third accommodating space 113, arranged vertically, forms an independent chamber with the first accommodating space 111 and the second accommodating space 112. The height of the third accommodating space 113 is adaptable to the size of a standard compressor 530. The evaporator 510 adopts a coil structure and is spirally arranged along the outer wall of the food container 200. The heat dissipation area formed between the support beams 131 is connected to the third accommodating space 113. The heat dissipation holes are opened at the gaps between the support beams 131 on the surrounding plate 124, and the hole diameter can be designed as an array of holes.

[0069] Specifically, the vertically arranged three-layer space physically isolates the high-temperature components of the drive assembly 400 and the refrigeration assembly 500. The heat generated by the compressor 530 is discharged through the vertical heat dissipation channel formed by the gaps in the support beams 131. The evaporator 510 directly contacts the outer wall of the food container 200, and the refrigerant can quickly absorb heat from the container as it flows in the coil. The condenser 520 and the compressor 530 are concentrated in the third container space 113, forming forced convection with the heat dissipation holes in the gaps of the support beams 131. The extension direction of the support beams 131 is orthogonal to the direction of the heat dissipation airflow, ensuring structural strength while avoiding airflow obstruction and improving heat dissipation efficiency.

[0070] Through the above technical solutions, this application achieves physical isolation between the refrigeration component 500 and the drive component 400, effectively avoiding mutual heat interference. The vertical spatial arrangement reduces the risk of support structure deformation due to heat transfer, improving the overall operational stability of the equipment. The condenser 520 and compressor 530 are centrally located in the third accommodating space 113, forming an independent heat dissipation channel, reducing the impact of high temperatures on the refrigeration system, and thus improving refrigeration efficiency. Simultaneously, the design of the evaporator 510 directly contacting the outside of the food container 200 achieves highly efficient refrigeration of the accommodating cavity.

[0071] It should be noted that in some of the solutions described above in this application, when the condenser 520 and compressor 530 are installed in the third accommodating space 113, the heat generated during their operation tends to accumulate in the enclosed space, resulting in insufficient heat dissipation efficiency of the refrigeration component 500, thereby affecting the stability of the refrigeration system and the overall energy consumption of the equipment. Therefore, in one embodiment, as... Figure 1As shown, at least two of the multiple support beams 131 form a heat dissipation area located in the third accommodating space 113, and the enclosure 124 is provided with heat dissipation holes at the position corresponding to the heat dissipation area; the refrigeration assembly 500 also includes a cooling fan 540, the condenser 520 and the cooling fan 540 are located in the heat dissipation area, and the cooling fan 540 is located between the enclosure 124 and the condenser 520.

[0072] The heat dissipation zone between the supporting beams 131 can be formed by adjusting the spacing between adjacent beams to balance structural strength and heat dissipation requirements. The heat dissipation holes can be evenly distributed around the perimeter of the enclosure 124; the number and distribution of the holes are not limited here. The installation angle of the cooling fan 540 can be relatively parallel to the plane of the enclosure 124 to enhance airflow guidance.

[0073] The cooling fan 540 and condenser 520 of the cooling assembly 500 are both located within the heat dissipation area, with the cooling fan 540 positioned between the enclosure 124 and the condenser 520. This allows the cooling fan 540 to directly direct the heat generated by the condenser 520 to the heat dissipation holes, forming a forced convection heat dissipation path. The positioning of the cooling fan 540 not only shortens the heat transfer distance but also creates a directional airflow through the cooperation between the fan and the enclosure 124, preventing heat from circulating within the heat dissipation area.

[0074] Optionally, the compressor 530, condenser 520 and cooling fan 540 are fixed to the second end plate 122. The specific fixing method can be screws, which is not limited here.

[0075] This solves the problem of low heat dissipation efficiency of the cooling component 500 within the third accommodating space 113. The heat dissipation zone formed by at least two of the multiple support beams 131 fully utilizes the structural gaps within the housing assembly 100, creating a dedicated area for heat dissipation and preventing heat retention caused by the dense arrangement of the support beams 131. The heat dissipation holes on the enclosure 124 corresponding to the heat dissipation zone directly provide channels for heat exhaust, enhancing air convection.

[0076] In one embodiment, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the food processing equipment also includes a foam shell 600, which is disposed on the side of the partition 123 near the first receiving space 111. The foam shell 600 surrounds the outside of the food receiving container 200 so that a closed foam receiving space is formed between the foam shell 600 and the food receiving container 200. The foam receiving space is used to receive foam material.

[0077] The foamed outer shell 600 forms an annular closed space around the food container 200, and a continuous heat insulation layer is formed after the foamed material is poured in. When the refrigeration component 500 is running, the closed-cell structure of the foamed material effectively blocks the conduction of cold energy to the second container space 112 through the partition 123, thereby reducing the cold energy loss rate.

[0078] In one feasible embodiment, the foamed outer shell 600 is made of polyurethane material and is fixed to the surface of the partition 123 facing the first receiving space 111 by screw connection. The annular sidewall of the foamed outer shell 600 extends along the outer surface of the food receiving container 200, forming a gap space that matches the outer contour of the food receiving container 200. The top of this gap space is joined to the upper edge of the food receiving container 200 by a sealing strip, and the bottom is seamlessly connected to the edge of the partition 123 by injection molding process, thereby forming a completely closed annular cavity. During assembly, liquid polyurethane foaming agent is injected into the annular cavity through a reserved injection port, and after curing, it forms a continuous and uniform heat insulation layer.

[0079] Through the above technical solution, this application effectively blocks the path of cold energy conduction outward through the shell assembly 100 during the refrigeration process, and the closed-cell structure of the foam material significantly reduces the thermal conductivity. The enclosed space formed by the foamed shell 600 and the food container 200 eliminates direct contact between metal parts and avoids localized cold bridging effects.

[0080] In addition, the cured foam layer enhances the overall rigidity of the housing assembly 100, which can effectively absorb the torsional vibration transmitted by the drive shaft 410.

[0081] In this embodiment, the housing assembly 100 further includes a third receiving space 113, and the first receiving space 111, the second receiving space 112, and the third receiving space 113 are arranged vertically; the refrigeration assembly 500 includes an evaporator 510, a condenser 520, a compressor 530, a first connecting pipe, and a second connecting pipe. The condenser 520 and the compressor 530 are disposed in the third receiving space 113. The evaporator 510 is arranged around the outside of the food receiving container 200. The partition 123 has a first connecting hole and a second connecting hole, and the foamed outer shell 600 has a third connecting hole and a fourth connecting hole; one end of the first connecting pipe is connected to the compressor 530, and the other end of the first connecting pipe is connected to the first end of the evaporator 510 through the first connecting hole and the third connecting hole; one end of the second connecting pipe is connected to the condenser 520, and the other end of the second connecting pipe is connected to the second end of the evaporator 510 through the second connecting hole and the fourth connecting hole.

[0082] The entire refrigeration assembly 500 operates as follows: After being output from the compressor 530, the refrigerant passes sequentially through the first connecting hole of the partition 123 and the third connecting hole of the foamed outer shell 600 along the first connecting pipe, entering the evaporator 510 coiled around the outside of the food container 200. During this process, the holes of the partition 123 and the foamed outer shell 600 form a double positioning structure, keeping the pipes in a straight line and avoiding bending losses caused by misalignment. After completing heat exchange, the refrigerant flows out from the second end of the evaporator 510, enters the second connecting pipe through the fourth connecting hole of the foamed outer shell 600 and the second connecting hole of the partition 123, and finally returns to the condenser 520 to form a circulation loop.

[0083] Optionally, the first connecting hole and the third connecting hole can be coaxial, and the second connecting hole and the fourth connecting hole can be coaxial.

[0084] Optionally, in order to ensure the airtightness of the foaming containment space, sealing elements can be provided on the first connecting hole, the second connecting hole, the third connecting hole and the fourth connecting hole, so that the first connecting pipe and the second connecting pipe can pass through while ensuring their airtightness, preventing the foaming material from leaking out, and improving the stability of the entire structure.

[0085] In this way, the precise alignment of the first and second connecting pipes optimizes the utilization of the internal space of the equipment, ensuring the efficient operation of the refrigeration system while maintaining a compact overall structure.

[0086] In one embodiment, such as Figure 5 As shown, the foamed outer shell 600 has a second through hole and a first sleeve 610 and a second sleeve 620 corresponding to the second through hole. The first sleeve 610 extends toward the food container 200, and the second sleeve 620 extends toward the partition 123. The drive shaft 410 of the drive assembly 400 passes through the first through hole, the second sleeve 620, the second through hole, and the first sleeve 610 in sequence inside the food container 200.

[0087] When the drive shaft 410 passes through the first through hole of the partition 123 and the second sleeve 620 in sequence, a limiting member can be provided on the inner wall of the second sleeve 620 to provide radial limiting for the drive shaft 410, effectively preventing it from shifting or shaking laterally during vertical operation.

[0088] After passing through the second through hole, the drive shaft 410 enters the first sleeve 610. Since the extension direction of the first sleeve 610 coincides with the central axis of the food container 200, it can ensure that the end of the drive shaft 410 and the connection end of the stirring assembly 300 maintain good coaxiality, thereby improving the smoothness and reliability of power transmission.

[0089] It should be noted that the extension of the first sleeve 610 can prevent the foam material from flowing toward the second through hole on the side of the food container 200, while the extension of the second sleeve 620 effectively prevents the foam material from leaking toward the partition 123. Together, they form a two-way sealing barrier to ensure the integrity and sealing of the foam container space.

[0090] Optionally, the first sleeve 610 and the second sleeve 620 can be fixed to both sides of the second through hole of the foam shell 600 by welding; or, the first sleeve 610, the second sleeve 620 and the main body of the foam shell 600 can be manufactured by an integral molding process, such as by injection molding or stamping, to improve the overall structural integrity and assembly accuracy. The material of the first sleeve 610 and the second sleeve 620 can be the same as that of the main body of the foam shell 600, such as corrosion-resistant metal (e.g., stainless steel) or high-strength engineering plastic, to ensure structural strength and long-term stability. During assembly, the drive shaft 410 enters from the first through hole on the side of the partition 123, passes through the inner hole of the second sleeve 620, the second through hole and the inner hole of the first sleeve 610 in sequence, and finally extends into the food container 200 and connects to the stirring assembly 300.

[0091] Understandably, the first sleeve 610 contacts or is positioned near the bottom outer wall of the food container 200, forming a guiding connection; the second sleeve 620 contacts or closely engages with the lower surface of the partition 123 or the edge of the first through hole, achieving alignment with the drive path. Thus, the main body of the foamed outer shell 600 is suspended in mid-air through the dual connection between the first sleeve 610 and the food container 200, and the second sleeve 620 and the partition 123. It does not directly bear the weight of the food container 200 or the drive assembly 400, serving only as enclosure and insulation, while preventing deformation due to direct load-bearing that could affect the uniformity of the foamed layer.

[0092] Optionally, the foam shell 600 is further provided with a plurality of fixing protrusions on the periphery of the second sleeve 620. The fixing protrusions extend from the side of the foam shell 600 toward the partition 123 for mechanical connection with the partition 123. Specifically, the fixing protrusions are provided with threaded holes or through holes, which can be fixedly connected by screws, thereby enhancing the positional stability of the foam shell 600 during assembly and foaming processes and preventing it from shifting or deforming under injection pressure.

[0093] In one embodiment, such as Figure 7As shown, the foam shell 600 includes a second flat plate portion 631 and a second recess 632 located in the middle of the second flat plate portion 631; the food container 200 is disposed in the second recess 632, and the first flat plate portion 1211 and the second flat plate portion 631 are at least partially fitted together, so that a closed foamed container space is formed between the first end plate 121 and the foam shell 600; the first flat plate portion 1211 has a second enclosure wall 1213 along the side facing the enclosure plate 124, and the second flat plate portion 631 has a third enclosure wall 6311 along the side facing the first flat plate portion 1211, and a snap-fit ​​space is formed between the second enclosure wall 1213 and the third enclosure wall 6311, the snap-fit ​​space being used for snap-fitting the enclosure plate 124.

[0094] The second flat plate 631 serves as the main support structure for the foamed outer shell 600. It is plate-shaped and can be integrally molded using injection molding or compression molding processes, exhibiting good dimensional accuracy and structural strength. The second recess 632 is a receiving cavity formed by a downward indentation in the central area of ​​the second flat plate 631. Its shape matches the outer contour of the food container 200, serving to position and accommodate the food container 200. It should be noted that the second recess 632 is not completely fitted to the food container 200, but rather a certain gap is reserved. This gap, together with the second flat plate 631 and the first flat plate 1211, forms an annular foamed receiving space surrounding the outer perimeter and bottom of the food container 200, allowing for the formation of a continuous and uniform heat insulation layer after the foamed material is injected. The second enclosure wall 1213 and the third enclosure wall 6311 are both protruding structures extending vertically or obliquely upwards / downwards along the edges of their respective flat plates. They are preferably manufactured using an integral molding process. In the assembled state, they form a snap-fit ​​groove structure surrounding the upper edge of the enclosure plate 124, i.e., the snap-fit ​​space. The space can control the interference or fit tolerance by adjusting the height, thickness and relative position of the two walls, so as to generate appropriate contact pressure when the enclosure 124 is inserted, achieving screwless mechanical snap-fit, which has both connection strength and sealing performance.

[0095] The second flat plate portion 631 of the foam shell 600 and the first flat plate portion 1211 of the first end plate 121 form a sealed interface through planar contact, and a continuous contact area is formed during the bonding process, thereby forming a foam-containing space.

[0096] In this embodiment, the central design of the second recess 632 ensures that the installation position of the food container 200 coincides with the geometric center of the foam shell 600, avoiding structural stress concentration caused by eccentric layout. The interlocking space formed by the two walls achieves multi-point fixation by surrounding the edge of the enclosure plate 124, generating uniform contact pressure when the enclosure plate 124 is inserted, thus completing both mechanical connection and simultaneous sealing. The foam material is completely confined within the closed space formed by the flat plate portion, the first flat plate portion 1211, and the walls, preventing material overflow or cold leakage.

[0097] In this embodiment, the second recess 632 is a conformal structure that matches the shape of the outer wall of the food container 200, such as both being bowl-shaped, cylindrical, or square arc-shaped. This allows the foamed outer shell 600 to tightly cover the side walls and bottom contours of the food container 200, thereby maximizing the coverage area of ​​the foamed material and improving the heat insulation effect. This conformal design also reduces local cavities, avoids uneven foaming or bubble aggregation, and ensures consistent density of the insulation layer.

[0098] In this embodiment, as Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the second flat plate portion 631 has a protrusion 192 along the edge of the second recessed portion 632. The protrusion 192 extends from the second flat plate portion 631 toward the first flat plate portion 1211 and fits against the corresponding area of ​​the first flat plate portion 1211. The protrusion 192 further increases the lateral boundary of the foaming containment space, especially forming a higher sealing weir in the upper edge area of ​​the food container 200, effectively preventing the foaming material from overflowing from the top during high-pressure injection. At the same time, the contact surface between the protrusion 192 and the first flat plate portion 1211 can be designed as a stepped or inclined mating structure to enhance sealing reliability and guide assembly alignment.

[0099] Through the above technical solutions, this application solves the problems of foam material leakage and poor connection stability, ensures the complete sealing of the foaming space, and at the same time improves the connection strength between the housing assembly 100 and the foamed shell 600 through mechanical snap-fit, reducing vibration transmission and structural deformation during equipment operation.

[0100] In one embodiment, such as Figure 8 As shown, the enclosure 124 includes an arc-shaped side plate 1241 and a first side plate 1247. The two ends of the arc-shaped side plate 1241 are respectively connected to the two ends of the first side plate 1247. The first side plate 1247 has a third recess 1248 disposed towards the first receiving space 111. The third recess 1248 forms an installation area, and an interaction component 150 is installed in the installation area. The interaction component 150 is used to receive interaction signals. It also includes an electrical control box 450 disposed in the housing assembly 100. The interaction component 150 is electrically connected to the electrical control box 450. The electrical control box 450 is connected to the drive assembly 400 and the cooling assembly 500 to control the operation of the drive assembly 400 and the cooling assembly 500 according to the interaction signals.

[0101] The arc-shaped side plate 1241 refers to a plate-like structure with a partially continuous curved surface. Specifically, it can be achieved by bending a metal sheet into an arc shape using a stamping process, or it can be formed by a combination of straight and curved plates. This structure enhances the overall bending stiffness of the enclosure plate 124 through the continuity of its geometric shape, and reduces local stress concentration when the drive shaft 410 transmits torque.

[0102] The third recess 1248 of the first side plate 1247 refers to a recessed area formed on the surface of the first side plate 1247 by stamping or injection molding, forming a physical limiting protection area. The interaction component 150 refers to a human-computer interaction device including input buttons and a display module, which can be implemented using an embedded structure combining a touch screen and physical buttons. The interaction component 150 is connected to the control box 450 via a flexible circuit board. The control box 450 is a closed enclosure integrating the control circuit and power module, which can be implemented using an ABS plastic shell with a flame-retardant rating of V-0 to encapsulate the circuit board. Multiple independent wiring channels are provided inside the control box 450 to separate the control lines of the drive component 400 from the power supply lines of the cooling component 500.

[0103] Specifically, the two ends of the arc-shaped side plate 1241 are connected to the two ends of the first side plate 1247 by laser welding or riveting to form a closed ring frame structure. When the drive shaft 410 transmits rotational torque, the curved surface structure of the arc-shaped side plate 1241 converts the torque into tensile and compressive stresses distributed circumferentially, and the stress is evenly distributed through the planar structure of the first side plate 1247. The mounting area is located in the top area of ​​the first side plate 1247 near the operating surface of the equipment. The bottom surface of the third recess 1248 is provided with threaded mounting holes. The interactive component 150 is fixed to the bottom surface of the third recess 1248 with screws, and the operating interface is flush with the outer surface of the first side plate 1247. The electrical control box 450 is fixed in the second receiving space 112 of the housing assembly 100, and is electrically connected to the interactive component 150 through a waterproof connector. It receives interactive signals in real time and synchronously controls the speed of the drive motor 420 and the start and stop of the refrigeration compressor 530.

[0104] Optionally, such as Figure 4 As shown, the electrical control box 450 can be fixed to the support beam 131 or to the side of the partition 123 corresponding to the drive assembly 400, i.e., located within the second accommodating space 112. When the electrical control box 450 is installed on the support beam 131, it can be fixed to the side wall of the vertically extending support beam 131 by screws or clips, achieving close electrical connection with the drive motor 420 and the reducer, shortening the control cable length and reducing the risk of electromagnetic interference. When the electrical control box 450 is installed on the partition 123, it can be placed on the lower surface of the partition 123 facing the second accommodating space 112, using the partition 123 as a carrier, which saves space and facilitates heat dissipation. The installation position of the electrical control box 450 is close to the power interface of the drive assembly 400 and the cooling assembly 500, which is conducive to the centralized layout and quick connection of power lines and signal lines, improving assembly efficiency and maintenance convenience.

[0105] Of course, the electrical control box 450 can also be electrically connected to the refrigeration component 500 and the drive component 400 to control the operation of the refrigeration component 500 and the drive component 400.

[0106] Compared to existing technologies, the side panels of current food processing equipment are mostly flat, straight plates with low overall bending and torsional stiffness. This makes them prone to localized warping or resonance deformation when the drive shaft transmits high torque. Furthermore, the exposed interactive components mounted on the top control panel present several drawbacks: First, for vertically oriented equipment, the top-mounted interface requires users to raise their hands to operate, which can cause fatigue over time, especially in commercial settings where frequent operation is required. Second, the open top design makes it easy for liquids, milk, or cleaning water to splash into the button gaps, potentially causing short circuits, corrosion, or accidental activation, posing a safety hazard.

[0107] Therefore, the above technical solution solves the deformation problem of the support structure caused by concentrated torque. The combined structure of the arc-shaped side plate 1241 and the first side plate 1247 improves the overall rigidity of the equipment and reduces vibration amplitude. The embedded installation of the interactive component 150 ensures ease of operation and prevents food residue from contaminating the control interface. The centralized control of the electrical control system optimizes signal transmission efficiency, ensuring precise timing matching between the drive component 400 and the refrigeration component 500, and preventing abnormal equipment shutdown due to control delays. The enclosed structure at the connection of the enclosure 124 eliminates hygiene dead corners and meets the cleanliness standards for food processing equipment.

[0108] In one embodiment, such as Figure 8 As shown, the arc-shaped side plate 1241 includes a second side plate 1242, a first arc plate 1243, a third side plate 1244, a second arc plate 1245, and a fourth side plate 1246 connected in sequence to form a semi-enclosed type. The two ends of the first side plate 1247 are arc-shaped. The outward-facing ends of the second side plate 1242 and the fourth side plate 1246 are each provided with a first connecting plate 141 extending in the mutual direction. The first connecting plate 141 has at least one slot 181, and the two ends of the first side plate 1247 have at least one buckle 182 extending outward. The number of slots 181 corresponds to the number of buckles 182, and the buckles 182 are connected one-to-one with the slots 181 so that the two ends of the first side plate 1247 are respectively fixed to the second side plate 1242 and the fourth side plate 1246.

[0109] In this embodiment, as Figure 9 As shown, the first side plate 1247, the second side plate 1242, the third side plate 1244 and the fourth side plate 1246 are provided with inwardly extending flanges 190 on the end of the second end plate 122 respectively. Each flange 190 is attached to the side of the second end plate 122 away from the third receiving space 113, and the flange 190 is fixed to the second end plate 122 by a fastener.

[0110] Among them, the arc-shaped side plate 1241 refers to a semi-enclosed structure formed by alternating connections of multiple flat plates and arc-shaped plates, i.e., forming a U-shaped structure, which can be achieved by stamping forming process. The slot 181 and the snap-fit ​​182 refer to mechanical connection structures with concave-convex mating features. The flange 190 refers to a reinforcing structure formed by bending the edge of the plate inward. These structural features enhance the overall rigidity of the shell assembly 100 through geometric optimization.

[0111] Specifically, when the torsional force generated by the drive assembly 400 during operation is transmitted through the enclosure 124, the semi-enclosed structure of the arc-shaped side plate 1241 transforms the linear stress into a circumferential stress distribution. The frictional force generated after the snap-fit ​​182 is inserted into the slot 181 can counteract the lateral shear force. The fit and fixation of the flange 190 and the second end plate 122 form a double constraint, preventing the enclosure 124 from undergoing axial displacement under vibration conditions. The snap-fit ​​structure and the fixed flange 190 together construct a three-dimensional constraint system, ensuring that each side plate deforms synchronously when subjected to torsional loads.

[0112] Through the above technical solution, this application effectively solves the problem of insufficient torsional resistance caused by unstable connection of the enclosure panel 124 assembly. The interlocking structure improves the assembly accuracy and shear resistance between the side panels, and the layout of the arc-shaped side panel 1241 optimizes the stress transmission path. The combination of the flange 190 and the fastener enhances the connection rigidity between the enclosure panel 124 and the end plate, preventing structural failure caused by high-frequency vibration. This design significantly improves the structural stability and torsional performance of the equipment during operation while ensuring ease of assembly.

[0113] In one embodiment, the interactive component 150 includes a circuit board, a screen, a cover plate, and multiple function keys. The circuit board is located at the bottom of the mounting area, and the multiple function keys are interactively connected to the circuit board. The screen is electrically connected to the circuit board. A mounting platform is also provided on the first side plate 1247 along the edge of the mounting area, and the cover plate is placed on the mounting platform to close the mounting area. The cover plate has keyholes corresponding to the number of function keys, and the function keys pass through the keyholes one-to-one. The cover plate also has a light-transmitting part, which is correspondingly arranged with the screen to allow the screen's light source to be output outward.

[0114] The mounting platform refers to the support platform protruding from the edge of the first side plate 1247. Specifically, it can be implemented using an injection-molded one-piece structure to provide an installation reference surface and a flat contact interface for the cover plate, ensuring a sealed fit between the cover plate and the side plate.

[0115] Among them, the keyhole refers to the through hole on the cover plate that matches the shape of the function key. Specifically, it can be achieved by laser cutting or mold forming to form a physical guiding structure.

[0116] The light-transmitting part refers to the semi-transparent material area covering the screen display area. Specifically, it can be achieved by using an acrylic light guide plate and a tempered glass composite layer, ensuring that the light transmittance reaches a preset value while guaranteeing structural strength.

[0117] The circuit board is fixed to the positioning posts at the bottom of the mounting area with screws, forming a stable electrical connection base. The function keys are injection molded from silicone, and their bottom conductive contacts connect with the metal springs on the circuit board, triggering signal transmission when the keys are pressed. The mounting platform has continuous sealing grooves around its perimeter, and silicone sealing strips are installed at corresponding positions on the inner side of the cover plate. Compression deformation during bolt tightening provides dust and water resistance. The edges of the light-transmitting section are connected to the cover plate body using a stepped snap-fit ​​structure.

[0118] Alternatively, the screen can be a touch screen, and the light-transmitting part can be a slot or a capacitive light-transmitting plate, such as a capacitive light-transmitting conductive plate (e.g., ITO conductive glass or nano-silver wire transparent conductive film), which can be used directly as a touch sensing layer.

[0119] Through the above technical solution, this application effectively prevents external liquids or food debris from entering the interactive component 150, ensures the accuracy of function key triggering actions and screen display clarity, extends the service life of the circuit board in humid environments, and reduces the equipment failure rate caused by poor contact.

[0120] In one embodiment, such as Figure 7 As shown, the second plate portion 631 has a plurality of leakage holes 160. The second plate portion 631 forms a locally recessed drainage structure in the area corresponding to each leakage hole 160, so that the liquid on the second plate portion 631 can flow naturally to the leakage hole 160 and be discharged.

[0121] Understandably, during the operation of food processing equipment, when the refrigeration component 500 is working in the refrigeration cycle, especially in high humidity environments, condensation is easily generated on the surface of its evaporator 510 and surrounding structures due to temperature differences. If this liquid cannot be drained in time, it will accumulate inside the equipment.

[0122] The drain hole 160 refers to a hole structure that penetrates the plate. Specifically, it can be achieved by stamping a through hole at a preset position on the second plate part 631 using a stamping process to balance drainage efficiency and structural strength. The drainage structure refers to a recessed area formed on the surface of the plate. Specifically, it can be achieved by stamping a die to form a conical groove with a corresponding slope in a local area of ​​the plate. The bottom of the groove is connected to the drain hole 160 to form a continuous drainage surface.

[0123] Specifically, when the liquid comes into contact with the surface of the second plate portion 631, it flows towards the drain hole 160 along the concave slope of the drainage structure under the influence of gravity. The conical groove of the drainage structure changes the surface tension distribution of the liquid, forming a directional flow path, allowing the liquid to discharge autonomously without external force intervention. The drain holes 160 are evenly distributed circumferentially along the second plate portion 631, and the spacing between adjacent holes is set to 50-80 mm according to the viscosity characteristics of the liquid, ensuring that liquid in different areas can be discharged quickly. The continuous concave structure on the surface of the plate also prevents the formation of stagnant areas during the flow of liquid.

[0124] Through the above technical solution, this application achieves automatic discharge of spilled liquids or condensate during equipment use, eliminating the risk of bacterial growth caused by liquid residue. The matching design of the drainage structure and the leakage hole 160 effectively avoids corrosion problems caused by long-term contact with liquids on metal parts, while reducing the frequency of manual cleaning operations.

[0125] In one embodiment, such as Figure 1 or Figure 8 As shown, a bushing 170 is provided inside the food container 200 at the position corresponding to the first through hole. The bushing 170 is coaxially arranged with the first through hole, and the stirring assembly 300 is located outside the bushing 170.

[0126] The bushing 170 is an annular support component fitted around the drive shaft 410. It can be made of metal or high-strength plastic and serves to provide radial positioning for the drive shaft 410 and reduce assembly deviations. The coaxial arrangement means that the central axis of the bushing 170 coincides with the central axis of the first through hole. This can be achieved through precision machining or a positioning fixture, ensuring that the rotation center of the drive shaft 410 is aligned with the working axis of the stirring assembly 300. The stirring assembly 300 is located outside the bushing 170, meaning that the stirring component is mounted around the outer wall of the bushing 170. This can be achieved using a keyway connection or flange fixing, and the rigid support of the bushing 170 helps to disperse the radial load generated during stirring.

[0127] Specifically, when the drive shaft 410 passes through the first through hole, the bushing 170 forms a positioning constraint by contacting the surface of the drive shaft 410 through its inner wall, eliminating axial deviation caused by machining errors or assembly misalignment. The outer wall of the bushing 170 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the food container 200, forming a stable support structure, so that the torque generated by the rotation of the drive shaft 410 is evenly transmitted to the stirring assembly 300 along the bushing 170. After the stirring assembly 300 is installed around the outer wall of the bushing 170, its stress points are distributed in the circumferential area of ​​the bushing 170, avoiding local stress concentration. When the drive shaft 410 rotates at high speed, the rigid structure of the bushing 170 suppresses the radial sway of the stirring assembly 300 caused by centrifugal force, reducing the transmission of vibration energy to the shell assembly 100.

[0128] In one embodiment, the food processing equipment is specifically an ice cream machine.

[0129] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and not to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. These modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, and they should all be covered within the scope of the claims and specification of this application. In particular, as long as there is no structural conflict, the various technical features mentioned in the embodiments can be combined in any way. This application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, but includes all technical solutions falling within the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A food processing device, characterized in that, The food processing equipment includes: The housing assembly has a first receiving space and a second receiving space arranged in a vertical direction; A food container is disposed within the first accommodating space for holding food; A stirring assembly is located inside the food container. A drive assembly is disposed within the second accommodating space, and the drive shaft of the drive assembly passes through the food accommodating container and is connected to the stirring assembly; A refrigeration assembly having a refrigeration section for providing refrigeration to the food container.

2. The food processing equipment as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The housing assembly includes a first end plate, a second end plate, a partition plate, and a surrounding plate. The partition plate is fixed inside the surrounding plate and divides the space enclosed by the surrounding plate into a first accommodating space and a second accommodating space. The first end plate is located at the end of the surrounding plate near the first accommodating space, and the second end plate is located at the end of the surrounding plate near the second accommodating space. The first end plate includes a first flat plate portion and a first recess located in the middle of the first flat plate portion, the first recess constituting the food container; The drive assembly is located on the side of the partition facing the second accommodating space. The partition has a first through hole, and the drive shaft of the drive assembly passes through the first through hole into the food accommodating container.

3. The food processing equipment as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The food processing equipment also includes a plurality of support beams, each of which has a first end and a second end. The first end of the plurality of support beams is connected to the first end plate, and the second end of the plurality of support beams is connected to the second end plate. The drive shaft of the drive assembly is used to apply driving torque to the stirring assembly, and the torsional direction of the driving torque is not parallel to the extension direction of the plurality of support beams.

4. The food processing equipment as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The plurality of the support beams extend along a first direction, and the torsional direction is perpendicular to the first direction.

5. The food processing equipment as described in claim 3, characterized in that, Each of the support beams includes a first side plate and a second side plate extending along a first direction, and the first side plate and the second side plate are connected at a first preset angle. The partition is provided with a first enclosure along its edge. The angle between the first side plate and the first enclosure is smaller than the angle between the second side plate and the first enclosure, and the angle between the first side plate and the enclosure is larger than the angle between the second side plate and the enclosure. The first enclosure of the partition is connected to the first side plate of the plurality of support beams, and the enclosure is connected to the second side plate of the plurality of support beams.

6. The food processing equipment as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The housing assembly further includes a third receiving space, and the first receiving space, the second receiving space and the third receiving space are arranged in a vertical direction; The refrigeration unit is an evaporator, and the refrigeration assembly also includes a condenser and a compressor. The condenser and the compressor are located in the third accommodating space, and the evaporator is located in the first accommodating space and is positioned outside the food accommodating container.

7. The food processing equipment as described in claim 6, characterized in that, At least two of the plurality of support beams form a heat dissipation zone located in the third accommodating space, and the enclosure is provided with heat dissipation holes at the positions corresponding to the heat dissipation zone; The refrigeration assembly also includes a cooling fan, and the condenser and the cooling fan are located in the heat dissipation area, with the cooling fan positioned between the enclosure and the condenser.

8. The food processing equipment as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The food processing equipment also includes a foamed shell, which is disposed within the first accommodating space. The foamed shell surrounds the outside of the food accommodating container, so that a closed foamed accommodating space is formed between the foamed shell and the food accommodating container, and the foamed accommodating space is used to accommodate foamed material.

9. The food processing equipment as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The housing assembly further includes a third receiving space, and the first receiving space, the second receiving space and the third receiving space are arranged in a vertical direction; The refrigeration unit is an evaporator. The refrigeration assembly also includes a condenser, a compressor, a first connecting pipe, and a second connecting pipe. The condenser and the compressor are located in the third accommodating space. The evaporator is arranged around the outside of the food accommodating container. The partition has a first connecting hole and a second connecting hole. The foamed outer shell has a third connecting hole and a fourth connecting hole. One end of the first connecting pipe is connected to the compressor, and the other end of the first connecting pipe is connected to the first end of the evaporator through the first connecting hole and the third connecting hole. One end of the second connecting pipe is connected to the condenser, and the other end of the second connecting pipe is connected to the second end of the evaporator through the second connecting hole and the fourth connecting hole.

10. The food processing equipment as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The foamed outer shell has a second through hole and a first sleeve and a second sleeve corresponding to the second through hole. The first sleeve extends toward the food container and the second sleeve extends toward the partition. The drive shaft of the drive assembly passes through the first through hole, the second sleeve, the second through hole, and the first sleeve in sequence inside the food container.

11. The food processing equipment as described in claim 2, characterized in that, A bushing is provided inside the food container corresponding to the first through hole. The bushing is coaxially arranged with the first through hole, and the stirring component is located outside the bushing.

12. The food processing apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 11, characterized in that, The food processing equipment is specifically an ice cream machine.

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