Seasoning box transmission structure and seasoning box

Abstract

The utility model discloses a seasoning box transmission structure and seasoning box, the seasoning box transmission structure among them includes first axle, second axle, first swing arm, second swing arm and sliding block, first axle horizontal arrangement, and second axle is parallel with first axle and is located the oblique top of first axle, one end of first swing arm is fixedly connected with first axle, and first swing arm can swing around the axis of first axle, one end of second swing arm is fixedly connected with second axle, and second swing arm can swing around the axis of second axle, is equipped with the chute and the notch that communicates with the chute on second swing arm, sliding block is connected with first swing arm, when first swing arm swings by first axle drive, sliding block slides in the chute and can drive second swing arm to rotate to second position or leave second position, when second swing arm leaves first position by second axle drive, sliding block is separated from the chute through the notch. The utility model can realize the manual opening and closing of seasoning box cover, make seasoning box have automatic mode and manual mode, and use more convenient.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of kitchenware technology, specifically to a spice box transmission structure and a spice box. Background Technology

[0002] Seasoning containers are essential kitchen utensils in people's daily lives, and they are usually used to store seasonings such as salt, monosodium glutamate, chicken essence, and sugar.

[0003] Chinese utility model patent application CN119699901A discloses a condiment box and its control and usage methods. After assembly, the lid of the condiment box is connected to a motor via a transmission mechanism. Users must overcome internal mechanical resistance when manually opening or closing the lid, resulting in high resistance and inconvenience. In some designs, manual opening or closing of the lid is even impossible; forcibly opening or closing the lid manually could damage the internal structure.

[0004] For example, Chinese utility model patent application number 2025210216951 provides a seasoning box. While the transmission structure and other components of this seasoning box are hidden internally, it still faces the problem of high resistance when manually opening or closing the lid. Furthermore, when the first swing arm is in a horizontal or vertical position, the torque exerted by the first swing arm on the second swing arm is zero when manually flipping the lid, making manual opening or closing impossible. Currently, there are no automatic seasoning boxes on the market. Users, without reading the instruction manual, typically open and close the lid manually based on their usage habits, which can easily damage the product.

[0005] In view of the aforementioned defects in the automatic seasoning box, it is urgent to optimize the transmission structure. Utility Model Content

[0006] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a condiment box transmission structure and a condiment box.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution:

[0008] A spice box transmission structure includes a first shaft, a second shaft, a first swing arm, a second swing arm, and a slider. The first shaft is horizontally arranged, and the second shaft is parallel to the first shaft and located diagonally above it. One end of the first swing arm is fixedly connected to the first shaft, and the first swing arm can swing around the axis of the first shaft. One end of the second swing arm is fixedly connected to the second shaft, and the second swing arm can swing between a first position and a second position around the axis of the second shaft. The second swing arm is provided with a sliding groove and a slot communicating with the sliding groove. The slider is connected to the first swing arm. When the first shaft drives the first swing arm to swing, the slider slides in the sliding groove and can drive the second swing arm to rotate to the second position or away from the second position. When the second shaft drives the second swing arm away from the first position, the slider disengages from the sliding groove through the slot.

[0009] In some embodiments, the second swing arm includes a connecting portion, a first extension portion and a second extension portion. The connecting portion is fixedly connected to the second shaft, the first extension portion is fixedly connected to the connecting portion, and the second extension portion is connected to the connecting portion and / or the first extension portion. The gap between the first extension portion and the second extension portion forms a groove, and the gap between the end of the first extension portion away from the second shaft and the end of the second extension portion away from the second shaft forms a slot.

[0010] In some embodiments, the second extension has a third position and a fourth position relative to the first extension. When the second extension is in the third position, it defines a groove with the first extension. When the second extension is in the fourth position, the minimum distance between the second extension and the axis of the first shaft is not less than the maximum distance between the slider and the axis of the first shaft.

[0011] In some embodiments, one end of the second extension near the second axis is pivotally connected to the connecting portion and / or the first extension via a pivot; when the second extension is in the third position, the end of the second extension away from the second axis can rotate about the pivot toward the first extension.

[0012] In some embodiments, the second extension has a cross-section at one end away from the second axis and on the side opposite to the first extension, the cross-section gradually approaching the first extension from one end near the pivot to the other end.

[0013] In some embodiments, the second swing arm further includes a stiffener plate connected to the connecting portion and the first extension portion. The stiffener plate is provided with a limiting hole, and the second extension portion is provided with a limiting block extending into the limiting hole. The limiting block moves within the limiting hole to limit the movement of the second extension portion between the third position and the fourth position.

[0014] In some embodiments, the condiment box drive structure further includes an elastic component for holding the second extension in the third position.

[0015] In some embodiments, the elastic component is a torsion spring sleeved on a pivot, with one end of the torsion spring connected to a second extension and the other end of the torsion spring connected to one of a first extension, a connecting portion, or a stiffener.

[0016] In some embodiments, when the second swing arm is in the first position, the slot and the second shaft are located on opposite sides of the slider.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the spice box transmission structure provided by this utility model can realize the manual opening and closing of the spice box lid, which solves the problem of structural damage caused by manual opening and closing of the lid in related technologies; moreover, there is almost no internal mechanical resistance during manual opening and closing of the lid, which can greatly improve the user experience.

[0018] This utility model also provides a seasoning box, including a box body, a box lid, a motor and the aforementioned seasoning box transmission structure. The box lid is rotatably connected to the box body via a rotating shaft, and the motor is fixedly connected to the box body. The power output shaft of the motor is a first shaft, and the second shaft is coaxial with the rotating shaft and one end is fixedly connected to the box lid. When the second swing arm is in the second position, the box lid is open, and when the second swing arm is in the first position, the box lid is closed.

[0019] In some embodiments, when the second swing arm is in the second position, the angle formed by connecting the axis of the first axis, the contact portion between the slider and the second swing arm, and the projection of the axis of the second axis onto a plane perpendicular to the first axis is an obtuse angle.

[0020] In some embodiments, the housing is provided with a magnet, and when the second swing arm is in the second position, the magnet is located above the second swing arm, and the end of the second swing arm away from the second axis can be attracted by the magnet.

[0021] In some embodiments, the seasoning box further includes a sensing module and a control module. The box body is provided with a seasoning trough and a spoon holder located outside the seasoning trough. The seasoning box transmission structure is located outside the seasoning trough. The sensing module is used to detect whether a spoon is placed on the spoon holder. The control module receives the electrical signal emitted by the sensing module and controls the motor to operate according to the electrical signal.

[0022] Compared with existing technologies, the seasoning box provided by this utility model achieves automatic opening and closing of the lid during use, and can switch between automatic and manual modes. In automatic mode, the seasoning box eliminates the need for manual opening and closing of the lid, making it more convenient to use and reducing the time spent scooping out seasonings during cooking. Furthermore, if water or oil gets on the surface of the spoon during use, since the spoon is not placed in the seasoning tray, it is less likely to accumulate seasonings or form dirt on its surface. Even if the spoon becomes contaminated, it will not further contaminate the seasonings inside the box, making it more hygienic. Attached Figure Description

[0023] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model 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 utility model. For those skilled in the art, other embodiments can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0024] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of Embodiment 1 of the present invention, in which the second swing arm is located in the first position.

[0025] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A side view.

[0026] Figure 3 This is a side view of the second swing arm being rotated to the second position by rotating the first axis in Embodiment 1 of this utility model.

[0027] Figure 4 This is a side view of the second swing arm being rotated to the second position by rotating the second axis in Embodiment 1 of this utility model.

[0028] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A schematic diagram showing the first pivot arm rotating clockwise by the first shaft at a certain angle.

[0029] Figure 6 This is a structural diagram of the second swing arm in Embodiment 1 of this utility model.

[0030] Figure 7 This is a structural diagram of Embodiment 2 of the present invention. In the diagram, the second swing arm is located in the first position and the second extension is located in the third position.

[0031] Figure 8 yes Figure 7 A side view.

[0032] Figure 9 This is a side view of the second swing arm being rotated to the second position by rotating the first axis in Embodiment 2 of this utility model.

[0033] Figure 10 This is a side view of the second swing arm being rotated to the second position by rotating the second axis in Embodiment 2 of this utility model.

[0034] Figure 11 This is a side view of the second extension being lifted to the fourth position by the slider in Embodiment 2 of this utility model.

[0035] Figure 12 This is a side view of the second extension portion in Embodiment 2 of this utility model when it is located between the fourth and third positions.

[0036] Figure 13 This is a perspective view of embodiment 3 of the present invention, in which the second swing arm is located in the first position and the second extension is located in the third position.

[0037] Figure 14 This is a front view of Embodiment 3 of the present invention. In the figure, the second swing arm is located in the first position and the second extension is located in the third position.

[0038] Figure 15 yes Figure 14 The left view.

[0039] Figure 16 yes Figure 14 The right view.

[0040] Figure 17 This is a structural diagram of the second swing arm in Embodiment 3 of this utility model.

[0041] Figure 18 This is a structural diagram of the second swing arm when an iron sheet is embedded in the third embodiment of this utility model.

[0042] Figure 19 This is a perspective view of the seasoning box in Embodiment 5 of this utility model, with the lid open.

[0043] Figure 20 This is an internal structural diagram of the seasoning box in Embodiment 5 of this utility model.

[0044] Figure 21 This is a front view of the seasoning box in Embodiment 5 of this utility model, with the lid open.

[0045] Figure 22 In the automatic mode, the seasoning box in Embodiment 5 of this utility model... Figure 21 A cross-sectional view along line AA.

[0046] Figure 23 The seasoning box in Embodiment 5 of this utility model is in manual mode. Figure 21 A cross-sectional view along line AA.

[0047] Figure 24 This is a cross-sectional view of the seasoning box in Embodiment 5 of this utility model when the lid is closed.

[0048] The annotations in the attached figures are explained as follows:

[0049] In the diagram: 1. First shaft; 2. Second shaft; 3. First swing arm; 4. Second swing arm; 401. Slide groove; 402. Groove opening; 403. Connecting part; 404. First extension part; 405. Second extension part; 4051. Limiting block; 4052. Cut surface; 406. Hook; 407. Rib plate; 4071. Limiting hole; 5. Sliding block; 6. Magnet; 7. Pivot; 8. Iron sheet; 9. Motor; 10. Box body; 1001. Seasoning trough; 1002. Spoon holder; 11. Box lid; 12. Rotating shaft; 13. Sensing module; 14. Control module. Detailed Implementation

[0050] The embodiments of this application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The detailed description of the following embodiments and the accompanying drawings are used to illustrate the principles of this application by way of example, but should not be used to limit the scope of this application. This application can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, but includes all technical solutions falling within the scope of the claims.

[0051] These embodiments are provided to make the application thorough and complete, and to fully express the scope of the application to those skilled in the art. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement of components and steps, material composition, numerical expressions, and values ​​illustrated in these embodiments should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limiting.

[0052] It should be noted that, in the description of this application, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more; the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationship, are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application. When the absolute position of the described object changes, the relative positional relationship may also change accordingly.

[0053] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and similar terms used in this application do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish different parts. "Vertical" is not strictly vertical, but within the permissible margin of error. "Parallel" is not strictly parallel, but within the permissible margin of error. Terms such as "including" or "contains" mean that the element preceding the word encompasses the element listed after it, and do not exclude the possibility of encompassing other elements as well.

[0054] It should also be noted that, in the description of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application depending on the specific circumstances. When a specific device is described as being located between a first device and a second device, an intermediary device may or may not be present between the specific device and the first or second device.

[0055] All terms used in this application have the same meaning as understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains, unless otherwise specifically defined. It should also be understood that terms defined in general dictionaries should be interpreted as having meanings consistent with their meanings in the context of the relevant art, and not as idealized or highly formalized, unless expressly defined herein.

[0056] Techniques, methods, and equipment known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, they should be considered part of the specification.

[0057] Example 1

[0058] See Figures 1-5 As shown, this embodiment provides a seasoning box transmission structure, including a first shaft 1, a second shaft 2, a first swing arm 3, a second swing arm 4, and a slider 5; the first shaft 1 is horizontally arranged, and the second shaft 2 is parallel to the first shaft 1 and located obliquely above the first shaft 1; one end of the first swing arm 3 is fixedly connected to the first shaft 1, and the first swing arm 3 can swing around the axis of the first shaft 1; one end of the second swing arm 4 is fixedly connected to the second shaft 2, and the second swing arm 4 can swing between a first position and a second position around the axis of the second shaft 2; the second swing arm 4 is provided with a sliding groove 401 and a slot 402 communicating with the sliding groove 401; the slider 5 is cylindrical, and one end of the slider 5 is fixedly connected to the first swing arm 3; when the first shaft 1 drives the first swing arm 3 to swing, the slider 5 slides in the sliding groove 401 and can drive the second swing arm 4 to rotate to the second position or leave the second position; when the second shaft 2 drives the second swing arm 4 to leave the first position, the slider 5 disengages from the sliding groove 401 through the slot 402.

[0059] Figure 2 This is a side view of the condiment box transmission structure when the second swing arm 4 is in the first position. At this position, the first swing arm 3 is approximately horizontal, the second swing arm 4 is approximately vertical, and most of the second swing arm 4 is located below the second shaft 2. The slider 5 is located within the groove 401, with the groove opening 402 and the second shaft 2 located on opposite sides of the slider 5. (See also...) Figure 2As shown, when the first shaft 1 drives the first swing arm 3 to rotate clockwise, the slider 5 slides in the groove 401 and drives the second swing arm 4 to rotate counterclockwise; when the second shaft 2 drives the second swing arm 4 to rotate counterclockwise, the slider 5 can disengage from the groove 401 through the slot 402, and the first swing arm 3 and the slider 5 will not exert resistance on the second swing arm 4.

[0060] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the transmission structure of the seasoning box when the second swing arm 4 is in the second position, at which time the second swing arm 4 is close to horizontal. Figure 3 When the first swing arm 3 is driven to rotate counterclockwise by the first shaft 1, the slider 5 applies force to the second extension 405 to make the second swing arm 4 leave the second position.

[0061] In this invention, the second swing arm 4 can be driven to swing to the second position by rotating either the first shaft 1 or the second shaft 2. (See also...) Figure 3 As shown, after rotating the second swing arm 4 to the second position by rotating the first shaft 1, the first swing arm 3 can provide support for the second swing arm 4, keeping the second swing arm 4 in the second position. See also Figure 4 As shown, when the second swing arm 4 is rotated to the second position by rotating the second shaft 2, the second swing arm 4 can be held in the second position by means of external force (such as the attraction of the magnet 6).

[0062] See Figure 6 As shown, the second swing arm 4 includes a connecting portion 403, a first extension portion 404, and a second extension portion 405. The connecting portion 403 is fixedly connected to the second shaft 2, the first extension portion 404 is fixedly connected to the connecting portion 403, and the second extension portion 405 is connected to the connecting portion 403. The gap between the first extension portion 404 and the second extension portion 405 forms a groove 401, and the gap between the end of the first extension portion 404 away from the second shaft 2 and the end of the second extension portion 405 away from the second shaft 2 forms a slot 402. In other embodiments, the second extension portion 405 may also be connected to the first extension portion 404, or simultaneously connected to both the first extension portion 404 and the connecting portion 403. The distance between the end of the first extension portion 404 away from the second shaft 2 and the second shaft 2 is greater than the distance between the end of the second extension portion 405 away from the second shaft 2 and the second shaft 2.

[0063] See Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, in this embodiment, the end of the first extension 404 away from the second shaft 2 has a hook 406, which is driven by the first shaft 1 to move the first swing arm 3 from... Figure 3 Rotate to the position shown Figure 2 When in the position shown, the hook 406 can prevent the first swing arm 3 from continuing to rotate, thereby limiting the swing angle of the first swing arm 3.

[0064] If the transmission structure of the seasoning box provided by this utility model is applied to a seasoning box, the power output shaft of the motor 9 is used as the first shaft 1, and the second shaft 2 is fixedly connected to the lid 11. When the second swing arm 4 is in the first position, the lid 11 of the seasoning box is closed; when the second swing arm 4 is in the second position, the lid 11 of the seasoning box is open. With the seasoning box transmission structure provided in this embodiment, when the lid 11 is in the closed position, the user can manually open and close the lid 11 without encountering resistance from the transmission structure during the manual opening and closing process, and also avoids product damage caused by manually opening and closing the lid 11.

[0065] The seasoning box transmission structure provided in this embodiment has a drawback. Although this drawback does not render the technical solution provided in this embodiment worthless, it is effectively addressed in the following embodiments of this utility model. See also Figure 4 As shown, when the second swing arm 4 is in the second position, if no sensor for detecting the position of the lid 11 or the second swing arm 4 is installed inside the automatic condiment box, after the spoon is removed from the spoon holder 1002, the first shaft 1 will drive the first swing arm 3 to rotate clockwise to the second position. Figure 5 As shown in the position, it is obvious that the slider 5 cannot enter the groove 401 in this case. When the user puts the spoon back on the spoon holder 1002 after use, if the external force (such as the attraction of the magnet 6) keeps the second swing arm 4 in the second position and the slider 5 is not in the groove 401, the first shaft 1 will not be able to drive the first swing arm 3 to rotate counterclockwise during the process. In this case, the user needs to manually close the lid 11.

[0066] Example 2

[0067] This embodiment aims to further address the aforementioned deficiencies present in Embodiment 1.

[0068] See Figures 7 to 12 As shown, the main difference between this embodiment and Embodiment 1 lies in the connection method of the second extension 405. In this embodiment, the second extension 405 is movable, and the second extension 405 has a third position and a fourth position relative to the first extension 404, and the second extension 405 can only move between the third position and the fourth position. Figure 7 and Figure 8 In the middle, the second swing arm 4 is in the first position; in Figures 9 to 12 In the middle, the second swing arm 4 is in the second position.

[0069] Figures 7 to 10 The second extension 405 is located in the third position. When the second extension 405 is in the third position, it defines the groove 401 with the first extension 404. Figure 11The second extension 405 is located in the fourth position. At this time, the minimum distance between the second extension 405 and the axis of the first shaft 1 is not less than the maximum distance between the slider 5 and the axis of the first shaft 1. This ensures that the first swing arm 3 can move from the fourth position. Figure 10 Rotate to the position shown Figure 12 The location shown. Figure 12 The second extension 405 is located between the third and fourth positions, and the second extension 405 descends from the fourth position to the third position under the action of gravity.

[0070] In a specific implementation, the end of the second extension 405 adjacent to the second shaft 2 is pivotally connected to the connecting portion 403 via a pivot 7; when the second extension 405 is in the third position, the end of the second extension 405 away from the second shaft 2 can rotate around the pivot 7 toward the first extension 404. In other embodiments, the end of the second extension 405 adjacent to the second shaft 2 can also be pivotally connected to the first extension 404 via the pivot 7, or simultaneously pivotally connected to both the connecting portion 403 and the first extension 404.

[0071] See Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, when the second swing arm 4 is in the first position and the second position, the second extension 405 will be in the third position under the action of gravity, so that the groove 401 can be defined between the first extension 404 and the second extension 405.

[0072] See Figure 8 As shown, the second extension 405 has a cross-section 4052 on the side away from the second shaft 2 and opposite to the first extension 404. The cross-section 4052 gradually approaches the first extension 404 from one end near the pivot 7 to the other end. Figure 11 As shown, in the first swing arm 3 from Figure 10 Rotate to the position shown Figure 9 During the position shown, the slider 5 contacts the cut surface 4052 on the second extension 405. The cut surface 4052 can serve as a guide and can provide structural support for ensuring that the minimum distance between the second extension 405 and the axis of the first shaft 1 is not less than the maximum distance between the slider 5 and the axis of the first shaft 1.

[0073] When the second shaft 2 is rotated to move the second swing arm 4 from Figure 8 The first position shown is rotated to Figure 10 In the second position shown, if the first shaft 1 drives the first swing arm 3 to rotate clockwise again, the slider 5 on the first swing arm 3 will push the second extension 405 to move from the third position to the fourth position (see...). Figure 11 As shown), in this way, the first swing arm 3 can be from Figure 10 Rotate to the position shown Figure 9 The position shown; the first swing arm 3 rotates to Figure 9 After reaching the indicated position, the second extension 405 will return from the fourth position to the third position under the action of gravity. At this time, if the first shaft 1 drives the first swing arm 3 to rotate counterclockwise, the slider 5 can contact the second extension 405 and drive the second swing arm 4 to rotate clockwise.

[0074] This embodiment cleverly solves the defects of Embodiment 1 by improving the structure. In this embodiment, in some usage scenarios, it is necessary to rotate the second shaft 2 to move the second swing arm 4 from... Figure 9 The second position shown is rotated to Figure 8 As shown in the first position, the first extension 404 needs to have strong structural strength; however, when the second swing arm 4 in this embodiment is injection molded from plastic material, the strength of the first extension 404 is difficult to meet the usage requirements. This problem will be solved in embodiment 3.

[0075] Example 3

[0076] This embodiment mainly strengthens the structural strength of the second swing arm 4 based on the technical solution provided in embodiment 2.

[0077] See Figures 13 to 17 As shown, the second swing arm 4 also includes a stiffening plate 407 connected to the connecting part 403 and the first extension part 404. The stiffening plate 407 is provided with a limiting hole 4071. The second extension part 405 is provided with a limiting block 4051 that extends into the limiting hole 4071. The limiting block 4051 moves within the limiting hole 4071 to limit the movement of the second extension part 405 between the third position and the fourth position.

[0078] In this embodiment, the ribs 407 significantly improve the structural strength of the second swing arm 4, ensuring that the first extension 404 will not deform or be damaged even when subjected to increased force. See also... Figure 14 As shown, the rib 407 also prevents the slider 5 from detaching from the first rocker arm 3. See also Figure 18 As shown, when the second swing arm 4 is formed by injection molding, in order to enable the second swing arm 4 to attract the magnet 6 above it, an iron sheet 8 can be embedded in the second swing arm 4.

[0079] Example 4

[0080] This embodiment is a further improvement on the technical solution provided in Embodiment 2 or 3.

[0081] In actual production, due to manufacturing precision or assembly reasons, the friction between the second extension 405 and the pivot 7 or the connecting part 403 may be large, causing the second extension 405 to be unable to rotate normally from the fourth position to the third position under the action of gravity. This embodiment aims to solve this problem through technical means.

[0082] In this embodiment, the condiment box transmission structure further includes an elastic component that holds the second extension 405 in a third position. The elastic component provides elasticity to allow the second extension 405 to rotate from a fourth position to a third position.

[0083] In practical implementation, the elastic component can be a torsion spring sleeved on the pivot 7, with one end of the torsion spring connected to the second extension 405, and the other end connected to one of the first extension 404, the connecting part 403, or the stiffener 407. The specific installation method of the torsion spring is a conventional technique, and therefore will not be described or illustrated further.

[0084] Using the example in Example 3 Figure 11 and Figure 12 The principles of this embodiment will be explained and illustrated, in conjunction with... Figure 11 As shown, during the process of slider 5 pushing the second extension 405 upward to rotate, the torsion spring undergoes elastic deformation. When the first swing arm 3 rotates to... Figure 12 When it reaches the position shown, the second extension 405 returns to the third position under the combined action of the torsion spring force and gravity.

[0085] In other embodiments, the elastic component may also be a metal spring.

[0086] Example 5

[0087] See Figures 19 to 24 As shown, this utility model also provides a seasoning box, including a box body 10, a box lid 11, a motor 9 and the aforementioned seasoning box transmission structure. The box lid 11 is rotatably connected to the box body 10 through a rotating shaft 12. The motor 9 is fixedly connected to the box body 10. The power output shaft of the motor 9 is a first shaft 1, and the second shaft 2 is coaxial with the rotating shaft 12 and one end is fixedly connected to the box lid 11. When the second swing arm 4 is in the second position, the box lid 11 is open, and when the second swing arm 4 is in the first position, the box lid 11 is closed.

[0088] See Figure 3 , Figure 9 or Figure 22 As shown, when the second swing arm 4 is in the second position, the angle between the axis of the first shaft 1, the contact part between the slider 5 and the second swing arm 4, and the projection of the axis of the second shaft 2 onto a plane perpendicular to the first shaft 1 is an obtuse angle. In this case, when the second shaft 2 rotates, the second swing arm 4 can apply force to make the first swing arm 3 rotate.

[0089] See Figures 22 to 24As shown, a magnet 6 is provided on the box body 10. When the second swing arm 4 is in the second position, the magnet 6 is located above the second swing arm 4, and the end of the second swing arm 4 away from the second axis 2 can be attracted by the magnet 6. When the second swing arm 4 is made of ferromagnetic material, the second swing arm 4 itself can be attracted by the magnet 6. However, when the second swing arm 4 is manufactured by injection molding, an iron sheet 8 needs to be embedded in the second swing arm 4 after injection molding, see [reference needed]. Figure 18 As shown.

[0090] In this embodiment, the seasoning box further includes a sensing module 13 and a control module 14. The box body 10 is provided with a seasoning trough 1001 and a spoon holder 1002 located outside the seasoning trough 1001. The seasoning box transmission structure is located outside the seasoning trough 1001. The sensing module 13 is used to detect whether a spoon is placed on the spoon holder 1002. The control module 14 receives the electrical signal emitted by the sensing module 13 and controls the motor 9 to operate according to the electrical signal. The spoon holder 1002 should be interpreted broadly, that is, any structure used to place a spoon should be classified as the spoon holder 1002 described in this utility model.

[0091] The motor 9 in this utility model can be one of a DC geared motor 9, a servo motor 9, or a servo motor 9.

[0092] The sensing module 13 in this invention is used to detect whether a spoon is placed on the spoon holder 1002. In specific implementations, the sensing module 13 can use existing sensors, such as infrared sensors, inductive metal detection sensors, Hall effect sensors, pressure sensors, capacitive sensors, etc. In addition, the sensing module 13 can also use a reed switch or a mechanical contact switch. When the spoon is placed on the spoon holder 1002, some specific physical quantities will change compared to when the spoon is not placed on the spoon holder 1002. The sensing module 13 detects whether the spoon is on the spoon holder 1002 by sensing the changes in the aforementioned physical quantities, and then outputs different electrical signals according to whether the spoon is on the spoon holder 1002.

[0093] The control module 14 in this invention can be a microcontroller, such as the STC8G1K08 microcontroller. The control module 14 receives the electrical signals emitted by the sensing module 13 and controls the motor 9 to operate according to the electrical signals. The seasoning box provided by this invention can be powered by a battery or directly connected to a power cord.

[0094] The control principle of the seasoning box provided by this utility model is as follows:

[0095] The sensing module 13 detects in real time whether a spoon is placed on the spoon holder 1002 and transmits the detected electrical signal to the control module 14. The control module 14 sends a control command to the motor 9 based on the received electrical signal related to whether a spoon is placed on the spoon holder 1002. When no spoon is placed on the spoon holder 1002, the control module 14 issues a command to control the motor 9 to drive the lid 11 to the open position. When a spoon is placed on the spoon holder 1002, the control module 14 issues a command to control the motor 9 to drive the lid 11 to the closed position.

[0096] The seasoning box provided by this utility model can have an automatic mode and a manual mode.

[0097] Combination Figures 22 to 24 The automatic mode of the seasoning box is used as follows:

[0098] Under normal conditions (i.e., when seasonings are not needed to be scooped from the seasoning container), a spoon is placed on the spoon holder 1002, and the lid 11 is positioned... Figure 24 The indicated closing position;

[0099] When it is necessary to scoop seasoning from the seasoning trough 1001, first remove the spoon from the spoon holder 1002. The motor 9 automatically drives the first swing arm 3 to rotate counterclockwise, and the first swing arm 3 drives the second swing arm 4 to rotate clockwise. Figure 22 The second position shown allows the lid 11 to be opened, and then the seasoning can be scooped from the seasoning tray 1001 using a spoon;

[0100] After scooping out the required seasonings, place the spoon back on the spoon holder 1002, and the motor 9 automatically drives the first swing arm 3 to... Figure 22 The indicated position is the starting point for clockwise rotation. During this process, the first swing arm 3 drives the second extension 405 to rotate counterclockwise, causing the second swing arm 4 to move away from the second position. After the second swing arm 4 moves away from the second position, due to the reduced opening angle of the lid 11, the lid 11 will overcome the attraction between the magnet 6 and the second swing arm 4 under the action of gravity and rotate counterclockwise around the pivot 12 / second axis 2 until the lid 11 is closed. Finally, the second swing arm 4 will rotate to... Figure 24 The first position shown.

[0101] When the first swing arm 3 is in Figure 24 When the container is positioned as shown, the spice box can be switched to manual mode by cutting off the power or stopping the sensor module 13. In manual mode, the user can manually open the lid 11 from the position indicated by this invention. Figure 24 The indicated closing position is flipped to Figure 23In the open position shown, when the lid 11 is in the open position, the second swing arm 4 is attracted by the magnet 6, and the attraction between the second swing arm 4 and the magnet 6 is sufficient to keep the second swing arm 4 in the second position, thereby keeping the lid 11 in the open position; see also Figure 23 The lid 11 can be closed by manually rotating it counterclockwise around the second axis 2. Therefore, in manual mode, this spice box is used in exactly the same way as a traditional spice box, and there is almost no internal mechanical resistance, making it very convenient to use.

[0102] Compared to traditional seasoning containers, the seasoning container provided by this utility model automatically opens and closes the lid 11 in automatic mode, eliminating the need for manual opening and closing, making it more convenient to use and reducing the time spent scooping out seasonings during cooking. Furthermore, if water or oil gets on the surface of the spoon during use, since the spoon is not placed inside the seasoning tray 1001, it is less likely to accumulate seasonings or form dirt. Even if the spoon becomes contaminated, it will not further contaminate the seasonings inside the container 10, ensuring greater hygiene. In addition, the seasoning container provided by this utility model can freely switch between automatic and manual modes without damaging the internal structure.

[0103] The embodiments of this application have now been described in detail. To avoid obscuring the concept of this application, some details known in the art have not been described. Those skilled in the art can fully understand how to implement the technical solutions disclosed herein based on the above description.

[0104] While specific embodiments of this application have been described in detail by way of examples, those skilled in the art should understand that the above examples are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this application. Those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can be made to the above embodiments or equivalent substitutions can be made to some technical features without departing from the scope and spirit 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 manner.

Claims

1. A seasoning box transmission structure comprising a horizontally disposed first shaft, characterized in that, Also includes: The second axis is parallel to the first axis and located diagonally above the first axis; The first swing arm has one end fixedly connected to the first shaft, and the first swing arm can swing around the axis of the first shaft. The second swing arm has one end fixedly connected to the second shaft. The second swing arm can swing between a first position and a second position around the axis of the second shaft. The second swing arm is provided with a sliding groove and a slot communicating with the sliding groove. as well as A slider, which is connected to the first swing arm; When the first swing arm is driven to swing by the first shaft, the slider slides in the groove and can drive the second swing arm to rotate to the second position or away from the second position; when the second swing arm is driven to leave the first position by the second shaft, the slider disengages from the groove through the slot.

2. A flavour cartridge drive arrangement according to claim 1, characterised in that: The second swing arm includes a connecting part, a first extension part, and a second extension part. The connecting part is fixedly connected to the second shaft. The first extension part is fixedly connected to the connecting part. The second extension part is connected to the connecting part and / or the first extension part. The gap between the first extension part and the second extension part forms the slide groove. The gap between the end of the first extension part away from the second shaft and the end of the second extension part away from the second shaft forms the slot.

3. A flavour cartridge drive arrangement according to claim 2, characterised in that: The second extension has a third position and a fourth position relative to the first extension. When the second extension is in the third position, it defines the groove with the first extension. When the second extension is in the fourth position, the minimum distance between the second extension and the axis of the first shaft is not less than the maximum distance between the slider and the axis of the first shaft.

4. A flavour cartridge drive arrangement according to claim 3, wherein: The end of the second extension near the second axis is pivotally connected to the connecting portion and / or the first extension via a pivot; when the second extension is in the third position, the end of the second extension away from the second axis can rotate about the pivot toward the first extension.

5. A flavour cartridge drive arrangement according to claim 4, wherein: The second extension has a cut surface at one end away from the second axis and on the side opposite to the first extension, the cut surface gradually approaching the first extension from one end near the pivot to the other end.

6. A flavour cartridge drive arrangement according to claim 4 or 5, wherein: The second swing arm also includes a stiffening plate connected to the connecting portion and the first extension portion. The stiffening plate is provided with a limiting hole, and the second extension portion is provided with a limiting block extending into the limiting hole. The limiting block moves within the limiting hole to limit the movement of the second extension portion between the third position and the fourth position.

7. A flavour cartridge drive arrangement according to claim 6, wherein: It also includes an elastic component that holds the second extension in the third position.

8. A flavour cartridge drive arrangement according to claim 7, characterised in that: The elastic component is a torsion spring sleeved on the pivot. One end of the torsion spring is connected to the second extension, and the other end of the torsion spring is connected to one of the first extension, the connecting part, and the stiffener.

9. A flavour cartridge drive arrangement according to any of claims 1 to 5, 7, 8, wherein: When the second swing arm is in the first position, the slot and the second shaft are located on both sides of the slider.

10. The flavour cartridge drive arrangement of claim 6, wherein: When the second swing arm is in the first position, the slot and the second shaft are located on both sides of the slider.

11. A spice box comprising a box body and a box cover, the box cover being pivotally connected to the box body by a pivot, characterized in that: It also includes a motor and a seasoning box transmission structure as described in any one of claims 1 to 10, wherein the motor is fixedly connected to the box body, the power output shaft of the motor is the first shaft, the second shaft is coaxial with the rotating shaft and one end is fixedly connected to the box cover, the box cover is open when the second swing arm is in the second position, and the box cover is closed when the second swing arm is in the first position.

12. A flavour cartridge according to claim 11, characterised in that: When the second swing arm is in the second position, the angle formed by connecting the axis of the first shaft, the contact part between the slider and the second swing arm, and the projection of the axis of the second shaft onto a plane perpendicular to the first shaft is an obtuse angle.

13. A flavour cartridge according to claim 12, characterised in that: The box is equipped with a magnet. When the second swing arm is in the second position, the magnet is located above the second swing arm, and the end of the second swing arm away from the second axis can be attracted by the magnet.

14. A flavour cartridge according to any one of claims 11 to 13, characterised in that: It also includes a sensing module and a control module. The box body is provided with a seasoning slot and a spoon holder located outside the seasoning slot. The seasoning box transmission structure is located outside the seasoning slot. The sensing module is used to detect whether a spoon is placed on the spoon holder. The control module receives the electrical signal emitted by the sensing module and controls the motor to operate according to the electrical signal.

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