Food processor

Abstract

The application provides a food processor. The base includes a base and a support seat. The stirring cup assembly is assembled on the base. The cover assembly is assembled on the support seat and covers the stirring cup assembly. The support seat includes a top wall, the top wall includes a front end, a rear end, a first side end and a second side end, the front end is adjacent to the stirring cup assembly, the rear end is opposite to the front end, the first side end and the second side end are opposite to each other, and the first side end and the second side end are connected with the front end and the rear end. The first side end or the second side end is provided with a lock assembly, and the cover assembly is provided with a buckle position. The lock assembly includes a lock piece, the lock piece is buckled with the buckle position at a first position, and the cover assembly is limited in a closed state. The lock piece is separated from the buckle position at a second position, and the cover assembly is opened. Through the cooperation of the lock piece and the buckle position, the cover assembly can be more stably and reliably covered above the stirring cup assembly, and the shaking or vibration of the cover assembly during work is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of food processing technology, and more particularly to a food processor. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous improvement of people's living standards, many different types of food processors have appeared on the market. The functions of food processors mainly include, but are not limited to, making soy milk, juicing, rice paste, mincing meat, shaved ice, making coffee, and / or preparing face masks. Food processors can include machines that pulverize and blend food, such as soy milk makers, blenders, or high-speed blenders. Existing food processors include a lid assembly that covers the blending cup assembly, and this lid assembly is prone to shaking or vibration during operation. Utility Model Content

[0003] This application provides a food processor that reduces shaking or vibration of the lid assembly during operation, resulting in better stability.

[0004] According to a first aspect of the embodiments of this specification, a food processor is provided, comprising:

[0005] A base, including a base and a support extending upward from the base;

[0006] The stirring cup assembly is assembled on the base; and

[0007] A lid assembly is assembled on the support base, and the lid assembly covers the mixing cup assembly.

[0008] The support base includes a top wall, which comprises a front end, a rear end, a first side end, and a second side end. The front end is adjacent to the mixing cup assembly, and the rear end is opposite to the front end. The first side end and the second side end are opposite to each other and are connected to the front end and the rear end, respectively. A locking assembly is provided on either the first or second side end, and the lid assembly has a corresponding fastening position; or the first or second side end has a fastening position, and the lid assembly has a corresponding locking assembly. The locking assembly includes a locking member, which engages with the fastening position in a first position to confine the lid assembly to a closed state; the locking member disengages from the fastening position in a second position, allowing the lid assembly to be opened. Thus, through the cooperation of the locking member and the fastening position, the lid assembly can be more stably and reliably placed over the mixing cup assembly, reducing shaking or vibration of the lid assembly during operation.

[0009] Furthermore, the locking assembly also includes an elastic element that applies an elastic force to the locking member, causing the locking member to engage with the latch. This ensures reliable engagement between the locking member and the latch. Moreover, when the user applies force to the locking member, causing it to compress the elastic element and move, the locking member can disengage from the latch, making it easier for the user to open the hood assembly.

[0010] Furthermore, the first side end or the second side end is provided with a receiving groove and a cover plate, the cover plate confining the locking assembly within the receiving groove. Thus, on the one hand, the cover plate limits the locking assembly's position, and on the other hand, it provides dust and moisture protection.

[0011] Furthermore, the locking element includes a button portion extending from the receiving groove and a locking portion that engages with the latching position. Thus, the user can operate the locking element by pressing the button portion, making it convenient for the user.

[0012] Furthermore, the cover plate includes a plate body and a receiving chamber extending from the plate body in a direction away from the receiving groove. The side wall of the receiving chamber has an opening, and the locking part extends from the opening. In this way, the plate body and the receiving chamber can achieve more reliable limiting of the locking element.

[0013] Furthermore, the locking part has a first inclined surface facing the cover assembly at its end; and / or, the latching end has a second inclined surface facing the base. Thus, by providing the first inclined surface, during the closing process of the cover assembly, the latching end presses against the first inclined surface, pushing the locking element inward. When the cover assembly is fully closed, the locking element moves outward under the elastic force of the elastic element until the locking part and the latching end are engaged together. Similarly, by providing the second inclined surface, during the closing process of the cover assembly, the second inclined surface of the latching end presses against the locking part, pushing the locking element inward. When the cover assembly is fully closed, the locking element moves outward under the elastic force of the elastic element until the locking part and the latching end are engaged together.

[0014] Furthermore, the hood assembly is rotatably disposed at the rear end via a pivot; or,

[0015] The cover assembly is rotatably mounted on one of the first and second side ends via a pivot, and the locking assembly is mounted on the other side. Thus, when the user opens the cover assembly, they only need to operate the locking mechanism to disengage it from the latch, and the cover assembly will spring upwards under the elastic force of the torsion spring, making it convenient for the user.

[0016] Furthermore, a torsion spring is provided on the rotating shaft. The torsion spring includes a spring body, a first torsion arm connected to the middle of the spring body, and a second torsion arm connected to both ends of the spring body. The spring body is sleeved on the rotating shaft, the first torsion arm abuts against the cover assembly, and the second torsion arm abuts against the support base. This helps to improve the reliability and stability of the rotation of the cover assembly.

[0017] Furthermore, the hood assembly is provided with a first positioning groove for positioning the first torsion arm; and / or;

[0018] The support base is provided with a second positioning groove for positioning the second torsion arm. This prevents the torsion spring from slipping under force, ensuring the reliability and stability of the hood assembly rotation.

[0019] Furthermore, one of the base and the cover assembly is provided with a hinge seat, and the other is provided with a cavity to accommodate the hinge seat. The hinge seat is provided with a rotating shaft, and the inner wall of the cavity is provided with a shaft hole that mates with the rotating shaft. This helps to improve the reliability and stability of opening and closing the cover assembly.

[0020] This application has the following beneficial effects: Through the locking fastener and the fastening mechanism, the cover assembly can be more stably and reliably placed on top of the mixing cup assembly, reducing the shaking or vibration of the cover assembly during operation.

[0021] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and are not intended to limit this specification. Attached Figure Description

[0022] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this specification and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this specification.

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of one embodiment of the food processor in this application;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of another embodiment of the food processor described in this application;

[0025] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A partial exploded view;

[0026] Figure 4 yes Figure 2 A partial sectional view;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the hood assembly in an embodiment of this application;

[0028] Figure 6 yes Figure 5A partial sectional view. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The technical solutions in the embodiments (or "implementations") of this application will be clearly and completely described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. When the following description relates to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numbers in different drawings represent the same or similar elements.

[0030] If the embodiments of this application contain terms relating to directional indications or positional relationships (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, inside, outside, top, bottom, center, vertical, horizontal, longitudinal, transverse, length, width, counterclockwise, clockwise, axial, radial, circumferential, etc.), such terms are only used to explain the relative positional relationships and movements between components in a specific posture (as shown in the attached figures); if the specific posture changes, the directional indications or positional relationships will also change accordingly. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" used in the embodiments of this application are only for descriptive convenience and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0031] The embodiments described in this specification will now be described in detail.

[0032] Please see Figure 1 As shown, the food processor can be used to make soy milk, rice paste, juice, etc. The food processor includes a base 10, a mixing cup assembly 20, and a lid assembly 30.

[0033] The base 10 includes a base 11 and a support 12 extending upward from the base 11. The support 12 and the base 11 can be integrally formed or separately formed and then assembled together. The mixing cup assembly 20 is assembled onto the base 11. The lid assembly 30 is assembled onto the support 12 and covers the mixing cup assembly 20. In one embodiment, the lid assembly 30 is rotatably connected to the support 12, but this is not a limitation.

[0034] Please see Figures 1-3 As shown, the support base 12 includes a top wall 121, which includes a front end 1211, a rear end 1212, a first side end 1213, and a second side end 1214. The front end 1211 is adjacent to the mixing cup assembly 20, the rear end 1212 is opposite to the front end 1211, the first side end 1213 and the second side end 1214 are opposite to each other, and both the first side end 1213 and the second side end 1214 are connected to the front end 1211 and the rear end 1212.

[0035] In the illustrated embodiment, the front end 1211 is U-shaped, which increases the area of ​​the support base 12 covering the mixing cup assembly 20 and improves the stability of the mixing cup assembly 20 placed on the base 10.

[0036] A locking assembly 40 is provided on the first side end 1213 or the second side end 1214, and a corresponding latching position 31 is provided on the cover assembly 30. The locking assembly 40 includes a locking member 41, which engages with the latching position 31 in a first position to confine the cover assembly 30 to a closed state. The locking member 41 disengages from the latching position 31 in a second position, allowing the cover assembly 30 to be opened.

[0037] In one embodiment, the hood assembly 30 is rotatably connected to a first side end 1213 of the support base 12, and the latching assembly 40 is disposed on a second side end 1214. In another embodiment, the hood assembly 30 is rotatably connected to a second side end of the support base 12, and the latching assembly 40 is disposed on a first side end 1213.

[0038] Thus, by cooperating with the locking fastener 41 and the buckle 31, the cover assembly 30 can be more stably and reliably placed on top of the mixing cup assembly 20, reducing the shaking or vibration of the cover assembly 30 during operation.

[0039] In the illustrated embodiment, the cover assembly 30 has a groove, and a fastener 31 is formed on the side wall of the groove to prevent the fastener 31 from being exposed, thereby improving the overall aesthetics of the cover assembly 30. When the cover assembly 30 is closed, the locking element 41 is partially placed within the groove of the cover assembly 30.

[0040] In another embodiment, a buckle 31 is provided on the first side end 1213 or the second side end 1214, and a corresponding locking assembly 40 is provided on the cover assembly 30.

[0041] Please see Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the locking assembly 40 also includes an elastic element 42, which applies an elastic force to the locking member 41, causing the locking member 41 to engage with the latching position 31. This ensures the reliable engagement of the locking member 41 with the latching position 31. Furthermore, when the user applies force to the locking member 41, causing it to compress the elastic element 42 and move, the locking member 41 can disengage from the latching position 31, facilitating the user to open the cover assembly 30. The elastic element 42 may be a spring, an elastic rubber ring, or a metal spring.

[0042] Please see Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the first side end 1213 is provided with a receiving groove 1215 and a cover plate 1216. The cover plate 1216 is provided with a notch for the locking member 41 to extend out of the receiving groove 1215. The size of the notch is larger than the size of the locking member 41 at the notch, so that the locking member 41 can move under the elastic action of the elastic member 42.

[0043] The cover plate 1216 confines the latch assembly 40 within the receiving groove 1215. The cover plate 1216 is fixed to the first side end 1213 or the second side end 1214 by screws, clips, or other means. Thus, the cover plate 1216 serves to limit the position of the latch assembly 40 and also provides dust and moisture protection. Alternatively, the receiving groove 1215 and the cover plate 1216 can also be located at the second side end 1214.

[0044] Please see Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the locking element 41 includes a button portion 411 extending out of the receiving groove 1215 and a locking portion 412 cooperating with the locking position 31. Thus, the user can operate the locking element 41 by operating the button portion 411, making it convenient for the user.

[0045] Please see Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the cover plate 1216 includes a plate body 1217 and a receiving chamber 1218 extending from the plate body 1217 in a direction away from the receiving groove 1215. The side wall of the receiving chamber 1218 is provided with an opening 1219, and the locking part 412 extends out from the opening 1219. In this way, the plate body 1217 and the receiving chamber 1218 can achieve more reliable limiting of the locking member 41.

[0046] Please see Figure 4 As shown, the locking part 412 has a first inclined surface 4121 facing the cover assembly 30 at its end. Thus, during the closing process of the cover assembly 30, the latch 31 presses against the first inclined surface 4121, which pushes the locking part 41 to move inward. When the cover assembly 30 is closed, the locking part 41 moves outward under the elastic force of the elastic member 42 until the locking part 412 and the latch 31 are engaged together.

[0047] The end of the latch 31 is provided with a second inclined surface 311 facing the base 10. Thus, during the closing process of the cover assembly 30, the second inclined surface 311 of the latch 31 presses against the locking part 412, which can push the locking member 41 to move inward. When the cover assembly 30 is closed in place, the locking member 41 moves outward under the elastic force of the elastic member 42 until the locking part 412 and the latch 31 are fastened together.

[0048] In one embodiment, only the end of the latching portion 412 has a first inclined surface 4121 facing the cover assembly 30, while the end of the latching position 31 does not have a second inclined surface 311. In another embodiment, the end of the latching portion 412 does not have a first inclined surface 4121, and the end of the latching position 31 has a second inclined surface 311 facing the base 10. In yet another embodiment, the end of the latching portion 412 has a first inclined surface 4121 facing the cover assembly 30, while the end of the latching position 31 has a second inclined surface 311 facing the base 10.

[0049] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the hood assembly 30 is rotatably mounted on the rear end 1212 via a pivot 32, and correspondingly, the latch assembly 40 is mounted on the first side end 1213. Of course, the latch assembly 40 can also be mounted on the second side end 1214, or simultaneously mounted on the first side end 1213 and the second side end 1214.

[0050] In another embodiment, please refer to Figure 2 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the cover assembly 30 is rotatably mounted on the first side end 1213 via a pivot 32, and the latch assembly 40 is mounted on the second side end 1214.

[0051] Please see Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, a torsion spring 33 is provided on the rotating shaft 32. The torsion spring 33 includes a spring body 331, a first torsion arm 332 connected to the middle of the spring body 331, and a second torsion arm 333 connected to both ends of the spring body 331. The spring body 331 is sleeved on the rotating shaft 32, the first torsion arm 332 abuts against the cover assembly 30, and the second torsion arm 333 abuts against the support base 12. Thus, when the user opens the cover assembly 30, they only need to operate the locking fastener 41 to disengage the locking fastener 41 from the latch 31, and the cover assembly 30 will spring upward under the elastic force of the torsion spring 33, thus facilitating user operation. The torsion spring 33 shown in the figure can also be replaced by one or a pair of individual torsion springs.

[0052] Please see Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the hood assembly 30 is provided with a first positioning groove 34 for positioning the first torsion arm 332, and the support base 12 is provided with a second positioning groove 122 for positioning the second torsion arm 333. In this way, the torsion spring 33 is prevented from sliding when subjected to force, thus ensuring the reliability and stability of the rotation of the hood assembly 30.

[0053] Please see Figures 3-5 As shown, the base 10 is provided with a hinge seat 13, and the cover assembly 30 is provided with a cavity 35 for accommodating the hinge seat 13. The hinge seat 13 is provided with a rotating shaft 32, and the inner wall of the cavity 35 is provided with a shaft hole 351 that mates with the rotating shaft 32. This helps to improve the reliability and stability of opening and closing the cover assembly 30. In one embodiment, the hinge seat 13 is integrally formed with the support base 12. In other embodiments, the hinge seat 13 can also be assembled onto the support base 12.

[0054] In another embodiment, the support base 12 is provided with a cavity 35, and the cover assembly 30 is provided with a hinge base 13, which is rotatably disposed in the cavity 35.

[0055] In this embodiment, the hinge seat 13 is provided with a rotating shaft 32, and the inner wall of the cavity 35 is provided with a shaft hole 351 that mates with the rotating shaft 32. In another embodiment, the inner wall of the cavity 35 is provided with a rotating shaft, and the hinge seat 13 is provided with a shaft hole that mates with the rotating shaft. This helps to improve the reliability and stability of the cover assembly 30 when it is opened and closed.

[0056] It should be noted that the technical solutions or features described in the above embodiments can be combined or supplemented with each other without conflict. The scope of protection of this application is not limited to the precise structures described in the above embodiments and shown in the accompanying drawings; all modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A food processor, characterized in that, It includes: The base (10) includes a base (11) and a support (12) extending upward from the base (11); The stirring cup assembly (20) is assembled on the base (11); and The lid assembly (30) is assembled on the support base (12), and the lid assembly (30) covers the mixing cup assembly (20); The support base (12) includes a top wall (121), which includes a front end (1211), a rear end (1212), a first side end (1213), and a second side end (1214). The front end (1211) is adjacent to the stirring cup assembly (20), and the rear end (1212) is opposite to the front end (1211). The first side end (1213) and the second side end (1214) are opposite to each other, and both the first side end (1213) and the second side end (1214) are connected to the front end (1211) and the rear end (1212). 3) The second side end (1214) is provided with a locking assembly (40), and the cover assembly (30) is provided with a corresponding fastening position (31); or the first side end (1213) or the second side end (1214) is provided with a fastening position (31), and the cover assembly (30) is provided with a corresponding locking assembly (40); the locking assembly (40) includes a locking member (41), the locking member (41) is engaged with the fastening position (31) in a first position to limit the cover assembly (30) to a closed state; the locking member (41) is disengaged from the fastening position (31) in a second position so that the cover assembly (30) can be opened.

2. The food processor according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking assembly (40) further includes an elastic element (42), which applies an elastic force to the locking element (41) so that the locking element (41) engages with the buckle (31).

3. The food processor according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first side end (1213) or the second side end (1214) is provided with a receiving groove (1215) and a cover plate (1216), the cover plate (1216) confining the locking assembly (40) within the receiving groove (1215).

4. The food processor according to claim 3, characterized in that, The locking member (41) includes a button portion (411) extending out of the receiving groove (1215) and a locking portion (412) cooperating with the fastening position (31).

5. The food processor according to claim 4, characterized in that, The cover plate (1216) includes a plate body (1217) and a receiving chamber (1218) extending from the plate body (1217) away from the receiving groove (1215). The side wall of the receiving chamber (1218) is provided with an opening (1219), and the latch (412) extends out from the opening (1219).

6. The food processor according to claim 4, characterized in that, The locking part (412) has a first inclined surface (4121) facing the cover assembly (30) at its end; and / or, the buckle (31) has a second inclined surface (311) facing the base (10) at its end.

7. The food processor according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The hood assembly (30) is rotatably mounted on the rear end (1212) via a pivot (32); or, The cover assembly (30) is rotatably disposed on one of the first side end (1213) and the second side end (1214) via a pivot (32), and the latch assembly (40) is disposed on the other side.

8. The food processor according to claim 7, characterized in that, The rotating shaft (32) is provided with a torsion spring (33), the torsion spring (33) includes a spring body (331), a first torsion arm (332) connected to the middle of the spring body (331), and a second torsion arm (333) connected to both ends of the spring body (331); the spring body (331) is sleeved on the rotating shaft (32), the first torsion arm (332) abuts against the cover assembly (30), and the second torsion arm (333) abuts against the support base (12).

9. The food processor according to claim 8, characterized in that, The hood assembly (30) is provided with a first positioning groove (34) for positioning the first torsion arm (332); and / or; The support base (12) is provided with a second positioning groove (122) for positioning the second torsion arm (333).

10. The food processor according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, One of the base (10) and the cover assembly (30) is provided with a hinge seat (13), and the other is provided with a cavity (35) for accommodating the hinge seat (13). The hinge seat (13) is provided with a rotating shaft (32), and the inner wall of the cavity (35) is provided with a shaft hole (351) that mates with the rotating shaft (32).

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