Self-service yogurt direct drinking machine

Abstract

The application belongs to the technical field of direct drinking machine, and discloses a self-service yogurt direct drinking machine, which comprises a machine box, a box door hingedly arranged on one side of the machine box, a discharge pipe arranged on the machine box, two horizontally and oppositely arranged sliding grooves horizontally and intervally arranged in the machine box, sliding strips slidably arranged in the sliding grooves, a fixing assembly arranged on one of the sliding grooves and used for fixing the sliding strips, a storage box with an open top arranged on the two sliding strips, a vertical pipe communicated with the bottom of the storage box, a peristaltic pump arranged in the machine box, an input end of the peristaltic pump connected with the vertical pipe through an input pipe, and an output end of the peristaltic pump communicated with the discharge pipe through an output pipe. When it is necessary to add yogurt, the box door is opened, and the storage box is pulled out, so that the yogurt can be added without separating the storage box from the peristaltic pump and taking the storage box out of the machine box, thereby simplifying the adding process and making the operation more convenient.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of direct drinking water machine technology, and in particular to a self-service yogurt direct drinking water machine. Background Technology

[0002] Yogurt, scientifically known as "fermented milk," is a dairy product made from milk that has been sterilized, then fermented with lactic acid bacteria, cooled, and packaged. According to national standards, it is divided into two main categories: plain yogurt and flavored yogurt. Based on fat content, yogurt is further classified into four types: high-fat yogurt, whole-fat yogurt, low-fat yogurt, and non-fat yogurt. Self-service yogurt dispensers utilize automation technology to provide yogurt on demand, meeting consumers' needs for fresh, healthy, and convenient dairy products.

[0003] Currently, existing self-service yogurt dispensers consist of a storage container and a pump body installed inside the machine. The pump body and the storage container are connected by a pipe. When yogurt needs to be added, the pipe between the storage container and the pump body often needs to be disconnected, and then the storage container needs to be removed from the machine. Each time yogurt is added, the pipe needs to be connected and disconnected, which is quite inconvenient. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the aforementioned problems, this utility model provides a self-service yogurt direct drinking machine.

[0005] The above-mentioned technical objective of this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution: a self-service yogurt direct drinking machine, including a machine casing, a door hinged to one side of the machine casing, a discharge pipe on the machine casing, two horizontally spaced and oppositely arranged sliding grooves inside the machine casing, a sliding strip slidably arranged in the sliding groove, a fixing component for fixing the sliding strip on one of the sliding grooves, a storage box with a top opening on both sliding strips, a vertical pipe connected to the bottom of the storage box, a peristaltic pump inside the machine casing, the input end of the peristaltic pump connected to the vertical pipe through an input pipe, and the output end connected to the discharge pipe through an output pipe.

[0006] By adopting the above technical solution, a chassis, door, and fixing components are set up. By setting up a sliding storage box, when yogurt needs to be added, simply open the door and pull the storage box outward. There is no need to separate it from the peristaltic pump and take it out of the chassis, which simplifies the adding process and makes the operation more convenient.

[0007] Furthermore, a first cover plate is provided on the top of the storage box, and a second cover plate is hinged to the side of the first cover plate near the box door.

[0008] By adopting the above technical solution, a first cover plate and a second cover plate are set. The second cover plate is hinged so that it can be opened when adding yogurt for easy operation and can be closed when not adding yogurt. The first cover plate and the second cover plate cover the top opening of the storage box, reducing the entry of dust and other impurities into the storage box and contaminating the yogurt, thus protecting the hygiene of the yogurt.

[0009] Furthermore, a first magnet is provided on the second cover plate, and a second magnet is provided on the chassis near the door corresponding to the first magnet, with the first magnet and the second magnet cooperating.

[0010] By adopting the above technical solution, a first magnet and a second magnet are set up. Through the cooperation of the first magnet and the second magnet, the second cover plate in the open state can be attracted to the chassis, ensuring that the second cover plate remains open when adding yogurt.

[0011] Furthermore, the fixing component includes a square tube vertically arranged on the side of the slide groove near the door, an avoidance groove for avoiding the sliding strip is opened on the square tube corresponding to the cavity of the slide groove, a sealing plate is provided at the bottom of the square tube, and a square block is vertically slidably arranged inside the square tube.

[0012] By adopting the above technical solution, a square tube, a clearance groove, and a square block are set up. When the storage box is located inside the chassis, the sliding bar is completely inside the sliding groove. At this time, the square block contacts the sealing plate under its own weight, and part of its block body is located in the clearance groove, which effectively restricts the sliding bar from sliding outward. The other side of the sliding bar is restricted by the inner wall of the chassis, thereby firmly fixing the storage box inside the chassis and preventing the storage box from being accidentally displaced due to vibration or other reasons, thus ensuring the stability and safety of the equipment operation.

[0013] Furthermore, the sliding bar has a limiting groove that engages with the square block when the storage box is pulled out.

[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, a limiting groove is set. The limiting groove cooperates with the square block. When the storage box is pulled outward, the square block is locked into the limiting groove, which can position the storage box and prevent it from continuing to slide when adding yogurt, thereby improving the convenience and safety of the adding operation.

[0015] Furthermore, a control lever is provided on the top of the square block.

[0016] Furthermore, the bottom of the storage box is lower on the side near the door than on the opposite side, and the vertical pipe is connected to the bottom of the storage box on the side near the door.

[0017] By adopting the above technical solution, the yogurt in the storage box can flow more smoothly into the vertical pipe, reducing the residue of yogurt in the storage box and improving the utilization rate of yogurt.

[0018] Furthermore, the chute, storage box, peristaltic pump, and discharge pipe are all provided in three sets inside the machine casing, and each set of the chute includes two horizontally opposite chutes.

[0019] By adopting the above technical solutions, the direct drinking water machine can simultaneously accommodate a variety of different flavors or types of yogurt, meeting the needs of different users and improving the practicality and applicability of the direct drinking water machine.

[0020] In summary, this utility model has the following beneficial effects: 1. In this application, by adopting the above technical solution, a chassis, a door, and a fixing component are set. By setting a sliding storage box, when yogurt needs to be added, simply open the door and pull the storage box outward. There is no need to separate it from the peristaltic pump and take it out of the chassis, which simplifies the adding process and makes the operation more convenient. 2. In this application, a square tube, a clearance groove, and a square block are provided. When the storage box is located inside the chassis, the sliding bar is completely inside the sliding groove. At this time, the square block contacts the sealing plate under its own weight, and part of its block body is located in the clearance groove, which effectively restricts the sliding bar from sliding outward. The other side of the sliding bar is restricted by the inner wall of the chassis, thereby firmly fixing the storage box inside the chassis and preventing the storage box from being accidentally displaced due to vibration or other reasons, thus ensuring the stability and safety of the equipment operation. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the storage box located inside the cabinet according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the storage box in the feeding state according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of the fixing component in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0022] In the diagram: 10. Chassis; 11. Door; 12. Discharge pipe; 13. Peristaltic pump; 14. Second magnet; 20. Slide groove; 21. Sliding bar; 30. Fixing assembly; 31. Square tube; 32. Clearance groove; 33. Sealing plate; 34. Square block; 35. Limiting groove; 36. Control rod; 40. Storage box; 41. Vertical tube; 42. First cover plate; 43. Second cover plate; 44. First magnet. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0024] like Figure 1-4 As shown in the illustration, this application discloses a self-service yogurt direct drinking machine, including a casing 10, a fixing component 30, and a peristaltic pump 13. A door 11 is hinged to one side of the casing 10. A discharge pipe 12 is installed on the casing 10. Two horizontally spaced, oppositely arranged sliding grooves 20 are arranged inside the casing 10, with their openings facing each other. A sliding strip 21 is slidably installed within each sliding groove 20. The fixing component 30 is installed on one of the sliding grooves 20 to fix the sliding strip 21. A storage box 40 with a top opening is shared on both sliding strips 21 for storing yogurt. A vertical pipe 41 connects to the bottom of the storage box 40. The peristaltic pump 13 is installed inside the casing 10. The input end of the peristaltic pump 13 is connected to the vertical pipe 41 via an input pipe, and the output end is connected to the discharge pipe 12 via an output pipe. The sliding storage box 40 allows for easy addition of yogurt; simply open the door 11 and pull the box outwards. This eliminates the need to detach it from the peristaltic pump 13 and remove it from the casing 10, simplifying the process and making operation more convenient. Using the peristaltic pump 13 for yogurt delivery allows for better control of the output and minimizes contamination. Both the inlet and outlet pipes are flexible, with ample length allowance in the inlet pipe to ensure a stable connection even when the storage box is sliding.

[0025] Specifically, a first cover plate 42 is provided on the top of the storage box 40, and a second cover plate 43 is hinged to the side of the first cover plate 42 near the door 11. The second cover plate 43 can be opened for easy operation when adding yogurt, and can be closed when not adding yogurt. The first cover plate 42 and the second cover plate 43 cover the opening at the top of the storage box 40, reducing the entry of dust and other impurities into the storage box 40 and preventing contamination of the yogurt, thus protecting the yogurt's hygiene. A first magnet 44 is provided on the second cover plate 43, and a second magnet 14 is provided on the casing 10 near the door 11, corresponding to the first magnet 44. The first magnet 44 and the second magnet 14 cooperate to attract the second cover plate 43 to the casing 10 when it is open, ensuring that the second cover plate 43 remains open when adding yogurt.

[0026] During setup, the fixing component 30 includes a square tube 31 vertically positioned on the side of the slide groove 20 near the door 11. A clearance groove 32 is provided on the square tube 31 corresponding to the cavity of the slide groove 20 to avoid obstructing the sliding strip 21. The clearance groove 32 ensures that the sliding strip 21 is not obstructed by the square tube 31 during sliding. A sealing plate 33 is provided at the bottom of the square tube 31, and a square block 34 is vertically slidably positioned inside the square tube 31. When the storage box 40 is located inside the chassis 10, the sliding strip 21 is completely inside the slide groove 20. At this time, the square block 34 contacts the sealing plate 33 under its own weight, with part of its body located within the clearance groove 32, effectively restricting the sliding strip 21 from sliding outwards. The other side of the sliding strip 21 is restricted by the inner wall of the chassis 10, thereby firmly fixing the storage box 40 inside the chassis 10, preventing accidental displacement of the storage box 40 due to vibration or other reasons, and ensuring the stability and safety of the equipment operation. The sliding bar 21 has a limiting groove 35 that engages with the square block 34 when the storage box 40 is pulled out. When the storage box 40 is pulled outwards, the square block 34 engages with the limiting groove 35, positioning the storage box 40 and preventing it from sliding further when adding yogurt, thus improving the convenience and safety of the adding operation. To add yogurt, simply slide the square block 34 upwards, then pull the storage box 40 outwards. After releasing the square block 34, it will fall naturally under gravity and maintain sliding contact with the top surface of the sliding bar 21. When the storage box 40 is pulled to the appropriate position, and the limiting groove 35 on the sliding bar 21 aligns with the square block 34, the square block 34 will fall into the limiting groove 35, securely locking the storage box 40. At this point, the yogurt adding operation can be performed safely and conveniently. When the yogurt has been added and the storage box 40 needs to be returned to the housing 10, simply slide the square block 34 upwards to disengage it from the limiting groove 35, and then push the storage box 40 inwards. At this time, the square block 34 maintains sliding contact with the top surface of the sliding bar 21 under the action of gravity. As the storage box 40 is gradually pushed into the housing 10, the sliding bar 21 moves inwards along the sliding groove 20. When the sliding bar 21 is completely inside the sliding groove 20, the square block 34 falls naturally under the action of gravity, with part of its body located in the clearance groove 32, effectively restricting the sliding bar 21 from sliding outwards. A control lever 36 is provided on the top of the square block 34 for the convenience of the operator to operate the square block 34.

[0027] In the specific configuration, the bottom of the storage box 40, near the door 11, is lower than the opposite side, and the vertical pipe 41 is connected to the bottom of the storage box 40 near the door 11. This facilitates smoother flow of yogurt from the storage box 40 into the vertical pipe 41, reducing yogurt residue in the storage box 40 and improving yogurt utilization. Three sets of chutes 20, storage boxes 40, peristaltic pump 13, and discharge pipe 12 are installed inside the casing 10. Each set of chutes 20 includes two horizontally opposite chutes 20. This allows the water dispenser to simultaneously accommodate multiple flavors or types of yogurt, meeting the needs of different users and improving the practicality and applicability of the water dispenser.

[0028] The chassis 10 is equipped with a refrigeration unit (using existing technology, which will not be described in detail here), which ensures that the yogurt is kept in a suitable low-temperature environment during storage and dispensing, thus guaranteeing product quality. Next to the cup-receiving area below the dispensing pipe 12, an infrared distance sensor is embedded in the side wall of the chassis 10. Its detection direction is towards the cup-receiving area, used to identify in real time whether a cup is placed in that area. The infrared light emitted by the infrared distance sensor passes directly through an open area, with almost no effective infrared light reflected back to the receiving tube. At this time, the light signal received by the infrared distance sensor is extremely weak, and the converted electrical signal is also in a no-signal state, indicating that no cup is present. When a cup is placed in the cup-receiving area, the cup blocks and reflects the infrared beam. At this time, the intensity of the light signal received by the infrared distance sensor increases significantly, and the converted electrical signal strengthens accordingly, indicating that a cup is present.

[0029] In addition, a controller is installed inside the casing 10, and several operation buttons are mounted on its outer surface. The controller controls the electrical components. After the cup is placed in the cup receiving area, the infrared distance sensor first detects the cup's presence. Then, when the operation button is pressed and the cup is detected as being in place, the peristaltic pump 13 starts to dispense the yogurt. The operator can clearly observe the remaining amount of yogurt in the storage box through the transparent surface, thus promptly identifying any insufficient yogurt and replenishing it immediately.

[0030] The operating principle of a self-service yogurt direct drinking machine in this embodiment is as follows: When a user takes a drink, they place the cup in the receiving area and press the corresponding operation button. After the infrared distance sensor detects that there is a cup, the peristaltic pump 13 starts and dispenses yogurt from the discharge pipe 12.

[0031] When refilling, the staff opens the door 11, slides the control lever 36 and the square block 34 upwards, pulls the storage box 40 outwards until the limit groove 35 engages with the square block 34, flips open the second cover 43 of the storage box 40 to add yogurt, slides the square block 34 upwards to disengage from the limit groove 35, pushes the storage box 40 back into the machine box 10, releases the square block 34 to allow it to fall and restrict the sliding bar 21, and closes the door 11. At the same time, the remaining amount of yogurt in the storage box 40 can be observed through the transparent surface for timely refilling.

[0032] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model. The protection scope of this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. All technical solutions falling within the scope of this utility model's concept are protected. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, any improvements and modifications made without departing from the principle of this utility model should also be considered within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A self-service yogurt direct drinking machine, comprising a casing (10), wherein a door (11) is hinged to one side of the casing (10), and a discharge pipe (12) is provided on the casing (10), characterized in that: The machine housing (10) has two horizontally spaced, oppositely arranged sliding grooves (20). Sliding strips (21) are slidably arranged in the sliding grooves (20). One of the sliding grooves (20) is provided with a fixing component (30) for fixing the sliding strips (21). Both sliding strips (21) are provided with a storage box (40) with an open top. The bottom of the storage box (40) is connected to a vertical pipe (41). The machine housing (10) is provided with a peristaltic pump (13). The input end of the peristaltic pump (13) is connected to the vertical pipe (41) through an input pipe, and the output end is connected to the discharge pipe (12) through an output pipe.

2. The self-service yogurt direct drinking machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage box (40) is provided with a first cover plate (42) on the top, and a second cover plate (43) is hinged to the side of the first cover plate (42) near the box door (11).

3. A self-service yogurt direct drinking machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The second cover plate (43) is provided with a first magnet (44), and the chassis (10) is provided with a second magnet (14) corresponding to the first magnet (44) near the door (11), and the first magnet (44) and the second magnet (14) cooperate.

4. A self-service yogurt direct drinking machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing component (30) includes a square tube (31) vertically arranged on the side of the slide groove (20) near the box door (11). The square tube (31) has a clearance groove (32) for the clearance sliding strip (21) corresponding to the cavity of the slide groove (20). A sealing plate (33) is provided at the bottom of the square tube (31). A square block (34) is vertically slidably arranged inside the square tube (31).

5. A self-service yogurt direct drinking machine according to claim 4, characterized in that: The sliding bar (21) has a limiting groove (35) that cooperates with the square block (34) when the storage box (40) is pulled out.

6. A self-service yogurt direct drinking machine according to claim 4, characterized in that: A control lever (36) is provided on the top of the square block (34).

7. A self-service yogurt direct drinking machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the storage box (40) is lower on the side near the door (11) than on the opposite side, and the vertical tube (41) is connected to the bottom of the storage box (40) on the side near the door (11).

8. A self-service yogurt direct drinking machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The chute (20), storage box (40), peristaltic pump (13), and discharge pipe (12) are all provided in three sets in the machine box (10), and each set of the chute (20) includes two horizontally opposite chute (20).

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