Stock assembly and beverage preparation device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of storage assembly and beverage cooking equipment, it is related to beverage cooking machine technical field, wherein, storage assembly includes main body, shielding mechanism and shielding piece, main body is equipped with at least two interval's material bin, each material bin bottom is formed drop channel through and through. Shielding mechanism is set up corresponding two drop channels, can be active between shielding state and release state, when shielding state, block passageway to intercept material, when release state, allow material to drop. Shielding piece is detachably installed in the outlet end of any drop channel, for plugging the outlet end. By switching the state of shielding mechanism to control material on-off, and cooperate with the plugging of shielding piece to one-side drop channel, the independent discharge of different material bins can be realized. Thus, multiple recycling containers do not need to be accurately aligned with each drop channel outlet when discharging, which can prevent different materials from being confused and improve the convenience of operation.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of beverage processing machine technology, and in particular to a material storage component and a beverage processing device. Background Technology

[0002] In beverage preparation equipment, to achieve diverse flavors, different raw materials are often stored separately in storage units, and then used in combination. Taking coffee machines as an example, they typically have bean hoppers with two compartments for storing different varieties of coffee beans. Each hopper has a discharge port at the bottom, which is closed by a door during normal operation to ensure airtightness. When coffee beans need to be replaced or recycled, the door is opened by operating a lever, allowing the coffee beans in the hopper to be discharged through the discharge port.

[0003] In existing technology, a joystick controls the synchronized opening and closing of the doors of two bean hoppers, and a recycling bin is located below the bean hoppers to receive the discharged coffee beans. However, when the two bean hoppers store different types of coffee beans, the corresponding dedicated recycling bin must be aligned with the discharge port of each bean hopper for proper sorting and recycling. Because manual alignment is required during operation, mismatch between the recycling bin and the bean hopper can easily occur, leading to mixing of different coffee beans and affecting the quality of subsequent use. Utility Model Content

[0004] The main purpose of this utility model is to propose a material storage component and a beverage processing device, which addresses the problem of material confusion and inconvenience caused by misalignment between the recycling container and the discharge channel outlet when existing beverage processing devices recycle materials from multiple silos storing different materials.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention proposes a material storage component for use in beverage processing equipment, the material storage component comprising:

[0006] The main body has at least two hoppers spaced apart, and a material discharge channel is provided through the bottom of each hopper;

[0007] A blocking mechanism, movably disposed corresponding to the two material discharge channels, has a blocking state and a released state during its travel. In the blocking state, the blocking mechanism at least partially blocks the two material discharge channels to intercept material; in the released state, the blocking mechanism allows material to fall along the two material discharge channels.

[0008] A blocking component is detachably installed at the outlet end of one of the aforementioned material discharge channels to block the outlet end corresponding to the material discharge channel.

[0009] In one embodiment, the main body is provided with a fixing part, and the shielding member is provided with a mating part. The fixing part and the mating part are detachably connected so that the shielding member can be fixed to the main body.

[0010] In one embodiment, a feeding channel is provided through the main body;

[0011] The shielding component can also be detachably installed at the inlet end of the feeding channel.

[0012] In one embodiment, the shielding member includes a cover and an annular protrusion protruding from one side of the cover;

[0013] When the cover is placed over the outlet end of the material discharge channel, the annular protrusion is sleeved around the outlet end of the material discharge channel.

[0014] When the cover is placed over the inlet end of the feeding channel, the annular protrusion extends into the feeding channel and engages with it.

[0015] In one embodiment, the shielding member also has a gripping portion formed on the side opposite to the outlet end of the material discharge channel.

[0016] In one embodiment, the shielding member is partially recessed on the side opposite to the outlet end of the material discharge channel, so as to form the gripping portion on the opposite side.

[0017] In one embodiment, the blocking mechanism includes at least two blocking parts, each of the blocking parts being movably disposed to have a blocking position that blocks the corresponding material drop channel to intercept the material, and a release position that allows the material to fall along the material drop channel. In the blocking state, each of the blocking parts is in the blocking position, and in the release state, each of the blocking parts is in the release position.

[0018] In one embodiment, the blocking mechanism further includes:

[0019] A drive unit, movably disposed on the main body; and,

[0020] A linkage mechanism is disposed between the two blocking parts and is drivingly connected to the driving part and the two blocking parts, so that when the driving part is driven to move by an external force, the linkage mechanism drives each of the blocking parts to switch between the interception position and the release position.

[0021] In one embodiment, the drive unit is rotatable about its axis;

[0022] The linkage mechanism includes two meshing teeth, each tooth being fixedly connected to a corresponding shielding part, and one of the two teeth being coaxially connected to the driving part, so that when the driving part rotates, the two teeth drive the two shielding parts to move.

[0023] In one embodiment, a relief groove is provided through the inner wall of the material discharge channel, and the relief groove extends circumferentially along the material discharge channel;

[0024] At the obstruction position, the obstruction part is at least partially located within the material discharge channel;

[0025] In the release position, the blocking portion extends out of the relief groove and is at least partially offset from the material discharge channel.

[0026] In one embodiment, the relief groove has a limiting end wall in the circumferential direction of the material discharge channel;

[0027] During the movement of the blocking part from the release position to the blocking position, the limiting end wall limits the blocking part to the blocking position.

[0028] This utility model also proposes a beverage preparation device, which includes the material storage component as described above.

[0029] The technical solution provided by this utility model has at least the following advantages:

[0030] By switching the shielding mechanism between shielding and releasing states during the material discharge process, the material flow can be controlled. The shielding component can be detachably installed with any material discharge channel to achieve closure of one side of the material discharge channel. This allows materials from different hoppers to be discharged independently in sequence, without having to align the outlets of the two material discharge channels with multiple recycling containers. This is especially beneficial when the distance between the outlets of the two material discharge channels is small, thus preventing material mixing and making operation convenient. Attached Figure Description

[0031] 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 drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0032] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the material storage component provided by this utility model;

[0033] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the central shielding component located at the inlet end of the feeding channel of the main body;

[0034] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the middle shielding component located at the outlet end of the material feeding channel of the main body;

[0035] Figure 4 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure in which the middle shielding component mates with the outlet end of a material feeding channel of the main body;

[0036] Figure 5 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the middle shielding component located at the outlet end of the material feeding channel of the main body;

[0037] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A magnified view of a section at point A in the middle;

[0038] Figure 7 for Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the structure of the central shielding mechanism;

[0039] Figure 8 for Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the structure of the middle shielding component.

[0040] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0041] 100. Material storage assembly; 1. Main body; a. Material bin; b. Material discharge channel; 10. Fixing part; c. Material feeding channel; 1a. Relief groove; 11. Limiting end wall; 2. Blocking mechanism; 21. Blocking part; 22. Driving part; 23. Linkage mechanism; 231. Tooth part; 3. Blocking component; 30. Fitting part; 31. Cover; 32. Annular protrusion; 33. Grip part.

[0042] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0043] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0044] It should be noted that if the embodiments of this utility model involve directional indication, the directional indication is only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indication will also change accordingly.

[0045] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this utility model involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the use of "and / or" or "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions. For example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0046] This utility model proposes a material storage component 100 for use in beverage processing equipment. It aims to address the problem of material confusion and operational inconvenience caused by misalignment between the recycling container and the discharge channel outlet when existing beverage processing equipment recycles materials from multiple silos storing different materials.

[0047] It should be noted that there are no restrictions on the specific type of beverage blender. It can be, but is not limited to, a brewing machine that only has a brewing function, a grinder that only has a grinding function, or a fully automatic beverage blender that combines grinding and brewing functions.

[0048] Therefore, the storage component 100 in the beverage blender can be, but is not limited to, a coffee bean storage component, a tea storage component, a grain storage component, a functional additive storage component, etc. The aforementioned storage components can be adapted to the functional configuration of the beverage blender. For example, in a device with a grinding function, the storage component is used to store coffee beans or tea leaves to be ground; in a device with only a brewing function, the storage component can be used to store pre-ground powdered or granular materials; in a multi-functional integrated device, multiple storage components can be set up to correspond to different material types to support the preparation of compound beverages. This specification does not limit the types of materials stored in the storage components or their matching method with the functions of the beverage blender in the embodiments.

[0049] Please see Figures 1 to 4In one embodiment of this utility model, the material storage assembly 100 includes a main body 1, a blocking mechanism 2, and a blocking member 3. The main body 1 has at least two hoppers a spaced apart, and each hopper a has a discharge channel b extending through its bottom. The blocking mechanism 2 is movably disposed corresponding to the two discharge channels b, so that it has a blocking state and a release state during its movement. In the blocking state, the blocking mechanism 2 at least partially blocks the two discharge channels b to intercept material. In the release state, the blocking mechanism 2 allows material to fall along the two discharge channels b. The blocking member 3 is detachably installed at the outlet end of one of the discharge channels b and is used to block the outlet end of the corresponding discharge channel b.

[0050] It is understood that at least two spaced-apart hoppers a are provided on the main body 1 to hold materials. A discharge channel b runs through the bottom of each hopper a, allowing the stored materials to be discharged downwards. The two hoppers a are independently configured and can be loaded with different types of materials, such as coffee beans of different roast levels or origins. The outlet end of the discharge channel b faces downwards.

[0051] The blocking mechanism 2 is set for two material drop channels b and can move along a preset trajectory. Its movement includes a blocking state and a release state. When in the blocking state, the corresponding part of the blocking mechanism 2 extends into or fits against the material drop channel b, blocking the material's falling path and achieving a sealed or semi-sealed interception. When switching to the release state, the blocking mechanism 2 exits the area of ​​the material drop channel b or is at least partially offset from the material drop channel b, releasing the obstruction to the material and allowing the material to fall freely.

[0052] The blocking mechanism 2 can be either an integrated or separate structure. In an integrated structure, one blocking part 21 simultaneously covers two material drop channels b, and the synchronous opening or closing of the two material drop paths is achieved by the overall movement or rotation. In the blocking state, this part simultaneously blocks both material drop channels b; in the releasing state, it allows material to fall simultaneously.

[0053] In the split structure, the blocking mechanism 2 includes two independent blocking parts 21 pieces, each corresponding to one of the two material dropping channels b, and each controlling the opening and closing of its corresponding material dropping channel b. The two parts can be linked and operated synchronously, or controlled independently.

[0054] The specific form of the blocking mechanism 2 can be a sliding door, a rotary valve, or a flap, etc., which is opened and closed by translation, rotation, or lifting. The driving method can be manual, such as by using a lever or knob; or electric, such as by using a motor or electromagnetic device for automatic control. The embodiments in this specification do not limit the specific implementation of the blocking mechanism 2.

[0055] The shield 3 is a detachable structure that can be installed at the outlet end of any material discharge channel b to block the outlet end.

[0056] When a material hopper a needs to retain material, the blocking component 3 is installed at the outlet of its discharge channel b. Even when the blocking mechanism 2 is in the released state, the material in hopper a is still physically blocked and cannot be discharged; while the other hopper a can discharge material normally to the corresponding recycling container below. After the recycling of the hopper is completed, the blocking component 3 is removed, allowing the other hopper a to discharge material.

[0057] It should be noted that the shielding component 3 can take the form of an elastic plug, a threaded cap, or a plug-in plug, as long as it can achieve reliable sealing and convenient disassembly, and its specific structure is not limited.

[0058] By switching the shielding mechanism 2 between shielding and releasing states during the material discharge process, the material flow can be controlled. The shielding component 3 can be detachably installed with any material discharge channel b to achieve closure of one side of the material discharge channel b. This allows materials from different hoppers a to be discharged independently in sequence, without having to align the outlets of the two material discharge channels b with multiple recycling containers. This is especially beneficial when the distance between the outlets of the two material discharge channels b is small, thus preventing material mixing and making operation convenient.

[0059] Furthermore, to prevent the shielding part 3 from being lost after disassembly, please refer to... Figure 2 In this embodiment, the main body 1 is provided with a fixing part 10, and the shielding member 3 is provided with a mating part 30. The fixing part 10 and the mating part 30 are detachably connected so that the shielding member 3 can be fixed on the main body 1.

[0060] The main body 1 is provided with a fixing part 10, which can be located near the exit end of the material feeding channel b, or at the top of the main body 1 for easy observation by the user. The fixing part 10 can be a slot, a threaded section, or a magnetic component. The shielding component 3 is provided with a mating part 30 for detachable connection, such as a snap-fit, internal thread, or magnetic material, so that the main body 1 and the shielding component 3 can be detachably connected by snap-fit, threaded engagement, or magnetic attraction.

[0061] When the shielding part 3 is installed at the outlet end of the material discharge channel b to block it, the mating part 30 is disengaged from the fixing part 10. After disassembly, the shielding part 3 can be temporarily fixed to the main body 1 through the mating part 30 and the fixing part 10, without the need for separate placement, thus avoiding loss.

[0062] By setting a detachable fixed connection, the shield 3 can be fixedly stored in the main body 1 without blocking the outlet end of the material discharge channel b, thereby reducing the risk of loss.

[0063] Furthermore, to improve the reusability of the shielding component 3 and reduce the number of parts, please refer to [link / reference needed]. Figures 1 to 2In this embodiment, a feeding channel c is provided through the main body 1. The shielding member 3 can also be detachably installed on the inlet end of the feeding channel c.

[0064] It should be noted that the feeding channel c is used to replenish materials to the internal hopper a during equipment use or maintenance. For example, the feeding channel c can be the powder filling channel in a coffee machine, for users to add pre-ground coffee powder or other soluble powders.

[0065] The shield 3 is designed to be detachably installed on the inlet end of the feeding channel c. In other words, the shape of the shield 3 itself or a portion thereof is adapted to the inlet end of the feeding channel c, thus covering and sealing the inlet end of the feeding channel c. After the feeding operation is completed, the shield 3 is installed on the inlet end of the feeding channel c to prevent external dust from entering or internal material from overflowing.

[0066] In actual use, when used for material discharge and recycling in silo a, the shield 3 is installed at the outlet end of one of the discharge channels b to block the path of material discharge; when there is no need to discharge but the feeding port needs to be closed, the shield 3 can be installed at the inlet end of the feeding channel c to achieve a sealing effect.

[0067] By setting the shield 3 to be able to adapt to both the outlet of the feeding channel b and the inlet of the feeding channel c, there is no need to repeatedly set two shield parts 21, which reduces the types of parts in the whole machine and also prevents the shield 3 from being lost. It can be fixed in two functional positions.

[0068] Specifically, please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figures 4 to 8 In this embodiment, the shielding member 3 includes a cover 31 and an annular protrusion 32 protruding from one side of the cover 31. When the cover 31 is placed over the outlet end of the material discharge channel b, the annular protrusion 32 is sleeved around the periphery of the outlet end of the material discharge channel b. When the cover 31 is placed over the inlet end of the feeding channel c, the annular protrusion 32 extends into the feeding channel c and engages with the feeding channel c.

[0069] Understandably, the cover 31 is the main body 1 of the shield 3, used to cover the channel opening. The annular protrusion 32 is formed by protruding outward from one side surface of the cover 31 and extends circumferentially. Its shape and size are determined according to the port characteristics of the material discharge channel b and the material feeding channel c.

[0070] When the cover 31 is installed at the outlet end of the material discharge channel b, the annular protrusion 32 is fitted around the outer periphery of the outlet end of the material discharge channel b, and is press-fitted with the outer periphery of the outlet end to prevent material leakage.

[0071] When the cover 31 is installed at the inlet end of the feeding channel c, the annular protrusion 32 extends toward the inside of the channel and inserts into the feeding channel c, forming an interference fit with the inner wall of the channel, so that the shield 3 is stably fixed at the inlet end, and at the same time can form a seal to prevent it from falling off or loosening during use.

[0072] By providing an annular protrusion 32 on the cover 31 that serves as both an external and internal fitting, the shielding member 3 can adapt to the assembly requirements of different structures with the same fitting structure, without the need for additional sealing components.

[0073] Furthermore, to facilitate the user's disassembly and assembly of the shielding component 3, please refer to [link / reference needed]. Figure 1 , Figure 3 and Figure 8 In this embodiment, the shielding member 3 also has a gripping part 33 formed on the side opposite to the outlet end of the material discharge channel b.

[0074] In other words, the grip portion 33 is formed on the outward-facing surface of the shield 3 for pinching with fingers or gripping with tools. The grip portion 33 may be a raised part, a recessed finger groove, or a laterally extending handle structure, etc. The specific shape and size of the grip portion 33 can be set according to the overall structural space and operating habits, and this specification does not limit this aspect.

[0075] When the blocking part 3 blocks the outlet of the material drop channel b, the grip part 33 is exposed. By setting the grip part 33, the user can operate the blocking part 3 more conveniently and stably.

[0076] Specifically, for easier molding and cost savings, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 8 In this embodiment, the shielding member 3 is partially recessed on the side opposite to the outlet end of the material discharge channel b, so as to form the gripping part 33 on the opposite side.

[0077] It should be noted that the shielding part 3 is made of plastic and is integrally molded using injection molding. The raised structure formed by localized depressions ensures that the overall wall thickness remains consistent, avoiding molding defects caused by sudden changes in wall thickness. This allows for the gripping function to be achieved without adding extra parts, resulting in a simple structure and low manufacturing cost.

[0078] Specifically, please refer to Figures 5 to 7 In this embodiment, the blocking mechanism 2 includes at least two blocking parts 21. Each blocking part 21 is movably arranged to have a blocking position that blocks the corresponding material drop channel b to intercept the material, and a release position that allows the material to fall along the material drop channel b. In the blocking state, each blocking part 21 is in the blocking position, and in the release state, each blocking part 21 is in the release position.

[0079] Thus, by setting up two independent shielding parts 21, it is easy to arrange the structure in a space-constrained environment. Each shielding part 21 can be independently arranged with transmission connection according to the position of the hopper a, so as to reduce the high requirements for installation space and movement trajectory.

[0080] It should be noted that the movement of the blocking part 21 can be linear sliding, rotational swinging, or flipping motion. The specific driving method can be manual, such as moving each blocking part 21 through an external lever-driven transmission component; or it can be electrically driven. The structural forms of each blocking part 21 can be the same or different, and their contours and fit can be adjusted according to the actual channel shape and sealing requirements. The specific details can be determined based on the overall structural requirements, and this specification does not limit this aspect in the embodiments.

[0081] Specifically, please refer to Figures 6 to 7 In one specific embodiment, the blocking mechanism 2 further includes a driving unit 22 and a linkage mechanism 23. The driving unit 22 is movably disposed on the main body 1. The linkage mechanism 23 is disposed between the two blocking parts 21 and is drivingly connected to the driving unit 22 and the two blocking parts 21, so that when an external force drives the driving unit 22 to move, the linkage mechanism 23 drives each of the blocking parts 21 to switch between the interception position and the release position.

[0082] Understandably, the drive unit 22 can be configured as an input terminal for user operation, specifically in the form of an operating lever, toggle switch, or knob, exposed on the outside of the main body 1 or at the top opening of the hopper a, so as to facilitate manual force application for drive.

[0083] The linkage mechanism 23 can use a linkage assembly, transmission rack, gear set or swing arm mechanism to realize the transmission and distribution of force.

[0084] By setting up the linkage mechanism 23, the user only needs to operate the drive unit 22 to control the activity of the two blocking units 21 at the same time, which not only simplifies the operation but also improves the consistency of the actions.

[0085] For more specific details, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 7 In this embodiment, the drive unit 22 is rotatable about its axis, and the exposed part of the drive unit 22 can be connected to an operating lever or knob for the user to manually apply force to perform rotation.

[0086] The linkage mechanism 23 includes two meshing teeth 231, each tooth 231 being fixedly connected to a corresponding blocking part 21. One of the two teeth 231 is coaxially connected to the drive part 22, and the two rotate synchronously. When the drive part 22 rotates, it drives the tooth 231 to rotate, and through meshing with the other tooth 231, the two blocking parts 21 move synchronously, realizing the switching between their respective interception and release positions.

[0087] It should be noted that the meshing method of the two teeth 231 is specifically determined according to the movement form and spatial layout of the shielding part 21.

[0088] By setting two teeth 231 to mesh, the synchronous displacement of the two blocking parts 21 is achieved. The structure is compact, and the user only needs to operate the drive part 22 to complete the opening and closing of the two blocking parts 21.

[0089] Specifically, to avoid structural interference when the shielding part 21 moves within the material discharge channel b, please refer to [link to relevant documentation]. Figure 4 and Figure 6 In this embodiment, a clearance groove 1a is provided through the inner wall of the material discharge channel b, and the clearance groove 1a extends circumferentially along the material discharge channel b. In the blocking position, the blocking part 21 is at least partially located within the material discharge channel b to block the material's falling path and intercept the material. At this time, the connecting end or transmission end of the blocking part 21 is embedded in the clearance groove 1a. When switched to the release position, the blocking part 21 moves circumferentially, and the portion located within the clearance groove 1a moves synchronously with the blocking part 21, eventually exiting from the clearance groove 1a, so that the entire blocking part 21 is at least partially offset from the material discharge area of ​​the material discharge channel b, thereby opening the material flow path and realizing material discharge.

[0090] It should be noted that the circumferential extension angle of the relief groove 1a is determined according to the required rotation or sliding angle of the blocking part 21, and the length, width and depth of the relief groove 1a are set according to the size of the blocking part 21 and its motion envelope range.

[0091] By providing a clearance groove 1a extending circumferentially on the inner wall of the material discharge channel b, an obstacle avoidance path is provided for the movement of the blocking part 21, so that the blocking part 21 can smoothly switch between the blocking position and the release position, avoiding interference. This not only intercepts the material, but also ensures that the discharge channel is open, and facilitates the connection between the blocking part 21 and the external drive structure.

[0092] Furthermore, to prevent the blocking part 21 from failing to accurately position due to excessive movement during the switching process from the release position to the blocking position, please refer to... Figure 6 In this embodiment, the clearance groove 1a has a limiting end wall 11 located in the circumferential direction of the material discharge channel b. During the movement of the blocking part 21 from the release position to the blocking position, the limiting end wall 11 limits the blocking part 21 to the blocking position.

[0093] Specifically, the relief groove 1a extends circumferentially along the material discharge channel b, and at least one end of the relief groove 1a forms a limiting end wall 11 in the circumferential direction. The limiting end wall 11 is located at the end region of the movement trajectory of the blocking part 21. When the blocking part 21 moves from the release position to the blocking position, the blocking part 21 passes through the relief groove 1a, and the portion of the blocking part 21 extending into the relief groove 1a slides along the relief groove 1a until it contacts the limiting end wall 11, thereby being stopped and stopping the movement.

[0094] It should be noted that the position of the limiting end wall 11 is precisely set according to the space required for the blocking part 21 when it is in the blocking position, so as to ensure that the blocking part 21 can move completely into the material drop channel b and block the material drop path.

[0095] By using the stopping effect of the limiting end wall 11, situations such as insufficient force during operation or transmission clearance causing it to not be fully in place are avoided, so that the blocking part 21 can be mechanically limited when moving towards the blocking position, and is in the final position of intercepting the material.

[0096] This utility model also proposes a beverage processing device, which includes a main unit and a storage component 100. The storage component 100 is installed on the main unit and is connected to the material handling mechanism of the main unit. The specific structure of the storage component 100 is as described in the aforementioned embodiment, which includes a main body 1 with at least two spaced hoppers a, a movable shielding mechanism 2, and a detachable shielding member 3. The connection relationship, cooperation method, and function of each component are as described above.

[0097] Since this beverage processing equipment adopts all the technical solutions of all the above embodiments, it has at least all the beneficial effects brought about by the above embodiments. For example, through the coordinated cooperation of the shielding mechanism 2 and the detachable shielding part 3, independent discharge and classified recycling of different materials can be achieved, avoiding material confusion; by setting the detachable connection between the fixing part 10 and the mating part 30, the risk of loss of the shielding part 3 is reduced; by reusing the shielding part 3 as a cover for the feeding channel c, the versatility of the components is improved; the clearance groove 1a and the limiting end wall 11 ensure reliable movement and accurate positioning of the shielding part 21. The above structures work together to make the beverage processing equipment easy to operate, highly error-proof, and provide a good user experience during material replacement, cleaning and maintenance, and daily use.

[0098] The embodiments in this specification do not limit the specific type of beverage preparation equipment. It can be a brewing machine, grinder, fully automatic coffee machine, multi-functional beverage machine or other preparation equipment with material storage and dispensing functions. As long as the above-mentioned material storage component 100 technical solution is applied, it should fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0099] The above description is merely an exemplary embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the technical concept of the present utility model and the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A material storage assembly for use in beverage processing equipment, characterized in that, The storage assembly includes: The main body has at least two hoppers spaced apart, and a material discharge channel is provided through the bottom of each hopper; A blocking mechanism, movably disposed corresponding to the two material discharge channels, has a blocking state and a released state during its travel. In the blocking state, the blocking mechanism at least partially blocks the two material discharge channels to intercept material; in the released state, the blocking mechanism allows material to fall along the two material discharge channels. A blocking component is detachably installed at the outlet end of one of the aforementioned material discharge channels to block the outlet end corresponding to the material discharge channel.

2. The storage assembly of claim 1, wherein, The main body is provided with a fixing part, and the shielding member is provided with a mating part. The fixing part and the mating part are detachably connected so that the shielding member can be fixed to the main body.

3. The storage assembly of claim 1, wherein, The main body is provided with a feeding channel; The shielding component can also be detachably installed at the inlet end of the feeding channel.

4. The storage assembly of claim 3, wherein, The shielding component includes a cover and an annular protrusion protruding from one side of the cover. When the cover is placed over the outlet end of the material discharge channel, the annular protrusion is sleeved around the outlet end of the material discharge channel. When the cover is placed over the inlet end of the feeding channel, the annular protrusion extends into the feeding channel and engages with it.

5. The storage assembly of claim 1, wherein, The shielding member also has a gripping part on the side opposite to the outlet end of the material discharge channel.

6. The storage assembly of claim 5, wherein, The shielding member is partially recessed on the side opposite to the outlet end of the material discharge channel, so as to form the gripping part on the opposite side.

7. The storage assembly of claim 1, wherein, The blocking mechanism includes at least two blocking parts, each of which is movably disposed to have a blocking position that blocks the corresponding material drop channel to intercept the material, and a release position that allows the material to fall along the material drop channel. In the blocking state, each of the blocking parts is in the blocking position, and in the release state, each of the blocking parts is in the release position.

8. The storage assembly of claim 7, wherein, The shielding mechanism also includes: A drive unit, movably disposed on the main body; and, A linkage mechanism is disposed between the two blocking parts and is drivingly connected to the driving part and the two blocking parts, so that when the driving part is driven to move by an external force, the linkage mechanism drives each of the blocking parts to switch between the interception position and the release position.

9. The storage assembly of claim 8, wherein, The drive unit is rotatable about its axis; The linkage mechanism includes two meshing teeth, each tooth being fixedly connected to a corresponding shielding part, and one of the two teeth being coaxially connected to the driving part, so that when the driving part rotates, the two teeth drive the two shielding parts to move.

10. The storage assembly of claim 7, wherein, The inner wall of the material discharge channel is provided with a relief groove, which extends along the circumference of the material discharge channel. At the obstruction position, the obstruction part is at least partially located within the material discharge channel; In the release position, the blocking portion extends out of the relief groove and is at least partially offset from the material discharge channel.

11. The storage assembly of claim 10, wherein, The clearance groove has a limiting end wall in the circumferential direction of the material discharge channel; During the movement of the blocking part from the release position to the blocking position, the limiting end wall limits the blocking part to the blocking position.

12. A beverage preparation device, characterized by A storage assembly as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 11. A storage assembly as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 11.

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