Ice cream machine

Abstract

The utility model discloses an ice cream machine relates to food processing technical field, wherein, ice cream machine includes the casing, and the casing is equipped with the installation space, and with the opening of installation space intercommunication, door cover, the activity is equipped in the opening place, to open or close the installation space, cutter, is equipped in the installation space, and cup seat is equipped in the installation space, is used for installing cup body subassembly, and cup seat with cutter opposite movement, and through the rotation of cutter to the ice block in cup body subassembly carries out the grinding. The utility model provides the technical scheme of inside cutter rotation and the sound of ice block collision is blocked in the installation space, reduces the disclosure of sound.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of food processing technology, and in particular to an ice cream machine. Background Technology

[0002] An ice cream machine is a device that can quickly make frozen desserts such as ice cream and smoothies. It typically includes a refrigeration system, a stirring device, and a drive mechanism. The drive mechanism drives the stirring device to rotate at high speed, breaking down the ingredients and stirring them into a smooth, slushy consistency. However, during actual use, the high-speed rotation of the motor generates mechanical noise, and the collision and cutting processes also produce some impact and friction noise, affecting the user experience. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main purpose of this invention is to provide an ice cream machine that aims to isolate the sound of internal collisions within the installation space and reduce sound leakage.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the ice cream machine proposed in this utility model includes: The housing has an installation space and an opening communicating with the installation space; A door cover is movably disposed at the opening to open or close the installation space; The cutting tool is disposed within the mounting space; and A cup holder, located within the installation space, is used to mount the cup assembly. The cup holder moves relative to the blade, and the blade's rotation grinds the ice within the cup assembly.

[0005] In one embodiment, the ice cream machine further includes a rotating structure, through which the door cover is rotatably connected to the machine casing.

[0006] In one embodiment, the rotating structure includes a rotating shaft and a sleeve. The rotating shaft is located on the side of the housing where the opening is located, and the sleeve is located on the door cover. The sleeve is fitted around the outer periphery of the rotating shaft so that the door cover rotates about the rotating shaft.

[0007] In one embodiment, the ice cream machine further includes a magnetic structure disposed on the machine housing and / or the door cover, so that the machine housing and the door cover are magnetically connected.

[0008] In one embodiment, the ice cream machine further includes a locking structure for connecting the door cover and the machine housing when the door cover is closed.

[0009] In one embodiment, a limiting hole is provided on the side of the door cover, and the locking structure is configured as a push-pull electromagnet. The push-pull electromagnet is movably disposed on the side of the housing where the opening is provided. The push-pull electromagnet is used to extend and insert into the limiting hole after being energized, and to retract and disengage from the limiting hole after being de-energized.

[0010] In one embodiment, the ice cream machine further includes a detection structure disposed on the side of the machine housing facing the door cover, the detection structure being used to detect the closed state of the door cover and the machine housing.

[0011] In one embodiment, the detection structure is configured as a Hall sensor.

[0012] In one embodiment, the detection structure is configured as a photoelectric sensor.

[0013] In one embodiment, the ice cream machine further includes a first drive module and a second drive module. The first drive module is disposed in the installation space and is driven and connected to the cutter. The second drive module is disposed in the installation space and is driven and connected to the cup holder. The second drive module drives the cup holder to move toward the cutter, and the first drive module drives the cutter to rotate within the cup body assembly on the cup holder.

[0014] In this invention, the ice cream machine includes a casing with an internal installation space. A blade and a cup holder are installed within this space. The blade moves relative to the cup holder, allowing it to move into the cup assembly on the cup holder and grind the ice inside the cup assembly through rotation. One side of the installation space has an opening, and a door cover is located on the same side. One side of the door cover is movably connected to the casing, allowing the installation space to be open or closed. When the blade and cup holder are moving relative to each other within the installation space, the door cover is closed in advance, sealing the space and preventing the sound of the blade rotating and colliding with the ice from entering the installation space, thus reducing sound leakage. Furthermore, closing the door cover reduces the probability of foreign matter such as dust entering the cup assembly during high-speed rotation, ensuring hygiene. The closed door cover also prevents accidental contact with the rotating blade, improving operational safety. Attached Figure Description

[0015] 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.

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the ice cream machine provided by this utility model; Figure 2 An exploded structural diagram of the ice cream machine provided by this utility model from one perspective; Figure 3 This is an exploded structural diagram of the ice cream machine provided by this utility model from another perspective.

[0017] Explanation of icon numbers: 100. Housing; 110. Side panel; 120. Top panel; 130. Bottom panel; 140. Front baffle; 150. Support pad; 200. Door cover; 300. Knives; 400. Cup base; 410. Cup body assembly; 500. Rotating structure; 510. Shaft; 520. Sleeve; 600. Magnetic suction structure; 700. Locking structure; 710. Limiting hole; 720. Push-pull electromagnet; 800. Detection structure.

[0018] 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

[0019] 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.

[0020] It should be noted that if the embodiments of this utility model involve directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indicators are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.

[0021] 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.

[0022] An ice cream machine is a device that can quickly make frozen desserts such as ice cream and smoothies. It typically includes a refrigeration system, a stirring device, and a drive mechanism. The drive mechanism drives the stirring device to rotate at high speed, breaking down the ingredients and stirring them into a smooth, slushy consistency. However, during actual use, the high-speed rotation of the motor generates mechanical noise, and the collision and cutting processes also produce some impact and friction noise, affecting the user experience.

[0023] This utility model proposes an ice cream machine.

[0024] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 In one embodiment of this utility model, the ice cream machine includes: The housing 100 has an installation space and an opening communicating with the installation space; The door cover 200 is movable at the opening to open or close the installation space; Cutting tool 300, located within the installation space; and The cup holder 400 is located in the installation space and is used to install the cup body assembly 410. The cup holder 400 moves relative to the cutter 300 and grinds the ice cubes inside the cup body assembly 410 by rotating the cutter 300.

[0025] In this invention, the ice cream machine includes a housing 100, with an installation space inside. A blade 300 and a cup holder 400 are installed within this space. The blade 300 moves relative to the cup holder 400, allowing it to move into a cup assembly 410 on the cup holder 400. The blade 300 then grinds the ice inside the cup assembly 410. An opening is provided on one side of the installation space, and a door cover 200 is provided on one side of the opening. One side of the door cover 200 is movably connected to the housing 100, allowing the installation space to... When the blade 300 and the cup holder 400 in the installation space are moving relative to each other, the door cover 200 is closed in advance to make the interior of the installation space closed. This isolates the sound of the blade 300 rotating and colliding with the ice cubes within the installation space, reducing sound leakage. In addition, closing the door cover 200 can also reduce the probability of foreign objects such as external dust entering the cup body assembly 410 due to high-speed rotation during grinding, ensuring hygiene. Furthermore, closing the door cover 200 can also prevent accidental contact with the rotating blade 300, improving operational safety.

[0026] The ice cream machine, as a refrigeration device, needs to grind ice cubes into slush during operation. The ice cream machine includes a housing 100 and a cup holder 400 and a blade 300 inside the housing 100. The blade 300 is located above the cup holder 400. A cup body assembly 410 is provided on the top of the cup holder 400. The top of the cup body assembly 410 has an opening, and a cup lid is provided at the opening. Ice cubes or other food to be processed are placed inside the cup body assembly 410. The cup holder 400 moves toward the blade 300, so that the blade 300 passes through the cup lid. Through the rotation of the blade 300, the blade 300 grinds inside the cup body assembly 410.

[0027] Specifically, the housing 100 can be square or round, without limitation. A support pad 150 can be provided at the bottom of the housing 100. The support pad 150 is L-shaped and can be made of silicone. This not only improves the friction between the housing 100 and the table or other support, preventing movement when grinding ice cubes internally, but also reduces shaking during internal operation. In this embodiment, the housing 100 has a square structure and includes two side plates 110, a top plate 120, a bottom plate 130, a rear plate, and a front baffle 140. Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, two side plates 110 are arranged opposite each other, and top plate 120 and bottom plate 130 are arranged opposite each other from top to bottom. The two side plates 110, rear plate and front baffle 140 are respectively arranged on the four sides of top plate 120, and the side plates 110 and rear plate away from top plate 120 are connected to bottom plate 130. The two sides of front baffle 140 are respectively connected to the two side plates 110, and the bottom of front baffle 140 is separated from bottom plate 130 to form a movable position. Working buttons can be set on front baffle 140. By pressing the button, the internal cutting tool 300 and cup holder 400 and other working devices are started. The front baffle 140, side plate 110, bottom plate 130 and rear plate together form an installation space. The installation space is connected to the outside at the movable position. The door cover 200 is located at the movable position and is movably connected to the housing 100. In one embodiment, the door cover 200 and the housing 100 can be slidably connected to achieve docking between the door cover 200 and the housing 100, so that the installation space can be opened or closed. It can also be achieved by rotating the connection through a hinge or other structure, which is not limited here.

[0028] In one embodiment, an observation port may be provided on the door cover 200, and an observation window may be provided at the observation port. The operator can observe the internal working status through the observation window so that the machine can be stopped after the ice is ground and the ice can be removed in time. The operator can also see and stop the operation in time if any abnormality occurs in the internal working process to avoid other consequences.

[0029] In one embodiment, a sound-absorbing layer or a sealing strip may also be provided on the inner side of the door cover 200 to further improve the internal sound insulation effect.

[0030] The blade 300 and cup holder 400 are installed in the installation space. When the blade 300 rotates and grinds the ice cubes inside the cup assembly 410, it will collide with the ice cubes and generate a certain sound. Since the door cover 200 is closed at this time, the sound generated inside is reflected and attenuated multiple times by the inner wall of the housing 100 within the installation space, reducing the noise leakage to the outside and maintaining a relatively quiet working environment. Even if multiple ice cream machines work at the same time, the sound generated by each ice cream machine is effectively isolated, and the sound of each ice cream machine can be avoided from superimposing. When the internal work is completed, the door cover 200 is opened and the ground ice cubes in the cup assembly 410 are taken out, which improves the internal hygiene and the operational safety of the operator.

[0031] In an embodiment of this utility model, the ice cream machine further includes a rotating structure 500. The door cover 200 is rotatably connected to the machine housing 100 through the rotating structure 500. At the movable position, one side of the door cover 200 is provided with the rotating structure 500 between it and the machine housing 100. The rotating structure 500 allows the door cover 200 to rotate relative to the machine housing 100. The other side of the door cover 200 is close to or away from the machine housing 100, thereby closing or opening the installation space. The rotating structure 500 can be located between the door cover 200 and one of the side plates 110, i.e., the central axis of rotation is in the vertical direction. The rotating structure 500 can also be located between the door cover 200 and the bottom plate 130 or the front baffle 140, allowing the door cover 200 to rotate up and down and flip over, i.e., the central axis of rotation is in the horizontal direction. No limitation is made here.

[0032] In one embodiment, the rotating structure 500 includes a rotating shaft 510 and a sleeve 520. The rotating shaft 510 is located on the side of the housing 100 with an opening, and the sleeve 520 is located on the door cover 200. The sleeve 520 is sleeved on the outer periphery of the rotating shaft 510 so that the door cover 200 rotates around the rotating shaft 510.

[0033] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the rotating shaft 510 is configured to be fixed to the front baffle 140 and the bottom plate 130 of the housing 100 near the side plate 110, and extends vertically from the bottom of the front baffle 140 to the bottom plate 130. The sleeve 520 can be configured as a through hole on one side of the door cover 200, extending from top to bottom. The rotating shaft 510 is disposed in the through hole, and the door cover 200 can rotate along the rotating shaft 510 through the through hole to close or open the installation space. In one embodiment, the rotating shaft 510 can also be configured as two, respectively disposed on the front baffle 140. 40 and the base plate 130 are close to the same side plate 110. One of them extends downward from the bottom of the front baffle 140, and the other extends upward from the top of the base plate 130. The door cover 200 is provided with a sleeve 520 at the top and bottom of the side plate 110. It can be understood that the door cover 200 is provided with a sleeve 520 at the top and bottom, which is rotatably connected to the rotating shaft 510 to realize the rotation of the door cover 200. The rotating shaft 510 is segmented, which can reduce material costs while ensuring rotational stability, thereby reducing the weight of the whole machine.

[0034] In an embodiment of this utility model, the ice cream machine further includes a magnetic structure 600, which is disposed on the housing 100 and / or the door cover 200 so that the housing 100 and the door cover 200 are magnetically connected.

[0035] Specifically, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, the magnetic structure 600 allows the door cover 200 and the housing 100 to be stably connected when closed, preventing easy opening due to vibration or other external forces, which could affect internal operation and cause noise leakage. Specifically, if the door cover 200 is made of a magnetic metal, such as iron or copper, the magnetic structure 600 is configured as a magnet and is set on the side of the housing 100 facing the door cover 200. When the door cover 200 is fastened to the housing 100, the magnet is magnetically attracted to the door cover 200. Similarly, if the side of the housing 100 facing the door cover 200 is made of a metal material that can be magnetically attracted, then the magnet is set on the door cover 200 and magnetically connected to the housing 100.

[0036] In one embodiment, the magnetic structure 600 may include a first magnetic element and a second magnetic element, which have opposite magnetic properties. The first magnetic element may be disposed on the door cover 200 or the housing 100, and the corresponding second magnetic element may be disposed on the housing 100 or the door cover 200. The first magnetic element and the second magnetic element are magnetically connected, so that the door cover 200 and the housing 100 are magnetically connected, thereby improving the stability of the magnetic connection.

[0037] In an embodiment of this utility model, the ice cream machine further includes a locking structure 700, which is used to connect the door cover 200 and the machine housing 100 when the door cover 200 and the machine housing 100 are closed.

[0038] Specifically, such as Figure 2 As shown, the locking structure 700 is located between the door cover 200 and the housing 100. When the door cover 200 is rotated into the closed installation space, the locking structure 700 locks the door cover 200 and the housing 100 together, which can prevent the door cover 200 from being easily opened, affecting the safety of operation, and also ensure the noise reduction effect. After the internal processing is completed, the locking structure 700 is opened and the door cover 200 is opened, so that one side of the door cover 200 is separated from the housing 100, thereby removing the cup assembly 410.

[0039] In an embodiment of this utility model, a limiting hole 710 is provided on the side of the door cover 200, and the locking structure 700 is configured as a push-pull electromagnet 720. The push-pull electromagnet 720 is movably disposed on the side of the housing 100 with an opening. The push-pull electromagnet 720 is used to extend and insert into the limiting hole 710 after being energized, and to retract and disengage from the limiting hole 710 after being de-energized.

[0040] Specifically, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, a push-pull electromagnet 720 is installed on the side of the front baffle 140 facing the movable position. The push-pull electromagnet 720 includes a coil, a spring, and a pin. When the coil is energized, a magnetic field is generated, pushing the pin to extend towards the movable position. When the coil is de-energized, the magnetic field disappears, the spring retracts, and pulls the pin back, causing the pin to retract. A limit hole 710 is provided on the upper part of the door cover 200. When the door cover 200 is closed, it is magnetically connected to the housing 100. However, if... If the door cover 200 can be detached from the housing 100 by forceful pulling, then the coil is energized, causing the pin to extend and insert into the limiting hole 710 of the door cover 200, thereby preventing the door cover 200 from detaching from the housing 100. At this time, even if more force is applied, the door cover 200 cannot be opened, improving the safety of operation. When it is necessary to open the door cover 200, the coil is de-energized, causing the pin to retract, releasing the lock on the limiting hole 710, and then the door cover 200 can be opened.

[0041] In other embodiments, the push-pull electromagnet 720 can also be installed on the side of the base plate 130 facing the movable position, and the limiting hole 710 is set at the bottom of the door cover 200. There are no restrictions here, as long as the position of the push-pull electromagnet 720 corresponds to the position of the limiting hole 710.

[0042] In embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 2 As shown, the ice cream machine also includes a detection structure 800, which is located on the side of the housing 100 facing the door cover 200. The detection structure 800 is used to detect the closed state of the door cover 200 and the housing 100. Specifically, the detection structure 800 can be located on the side of the base plate 130 facing the movable position, or on the side of the front baffle 140 facing the movable position, or on a side plate 110 away from the rotating structure 500. When the door cover 200 is closed, the detection structure 800 detects whether the door cover 200 is in close contact with the housing 100 to seal the installation space. If the door cover 200 is closed, the locking structure 700 can be energized by the controller to lock the door cover 200. When the detection structure 800 detects that the door cover 200 is properly closed, the blade 300, cup holder 400 and cup assembly 410 inside the installation space can work, which can prevent work from being carried out when the door cover 200 is not properly closed, thus improving the safety of operation.

[0043] In one embodiment, the detection structure 800 is configured as a Hall sensor, and an electromagnet is provided on the door cover 200. When the door cover 200 is rotated and fastened to the housing 100 to close the installation space, the electromagnet approaches the Hall sensor and reaches the sensing surface of the Hall sensor. The magnetic field strength exceeds the set threshold, and the trigger inside the Hall sensor flips, thus determining that the door cover 200 has been closed in place.

[0044] In one embodiment, the detection structure 800 is configured as a photoelectric sensor, which is mounted on the housing 100. When the door cover 200 is closed, it blocks the light and triggers the photoelectric switch. The photoelectric sensor then detects that the door cover 200 has been closed and can proceed to the next step.

[0045] In an embodiment of this utility model, the ice cream machine further includes a first drive module and a second drive module. The first drive module is located in the installation space and is driven to connect with the cutter 300. The second drive module is located in the installation space and is driven to connect with the cup holder 400. The second drive module drives the cup holder 400 to move toward the cutter 300, and the first drive module drives the cutter 300 to rotate within the cup body assembly 410 on the cup holder 400.

[0046] Specifically, the first drive module includes a first drive motor housed inside the housing 100. A drive wheel and a driven wheel are also provided within the installation space, connected by a belt drive. An output shaft is coaxially connected to the drive wheel. The first drive motor drives the drive wheel to rotate via the output shaft, and drives the driven wheel to rotate via the belt. A drive shaft is coaxially connected to the driven wheel, and the lower end of the drive shaft is connected to the tool 300 via a tool shaft. Thus, when the driven wheel rotates, it drives the tool 300 to rotate via the drive shaft and the tool shaft. The second drive module may include a second drive motor. The worm gear drives the cup holder 400 to rise, which in turn drives the cup body assembly 410 to rise, bringing the cup body assembly 410 closer to the cutter 300 until the cutter 300 enters the cup body assembly 410. At this time, the first drive module drives the cutter 300 to grind the ice inside the cup body assembly 410. After grinding is completed, the locking structure 700 is de-energized, and the door cover 200 and the housing 100 are unlocked, thereby opening the door cover 200 and taking out the cup body assembly 410. The door cover 200 reduces the noise transmitted from inside when grinding ice, thus providing a quieter working environment.

[0047] The above description is merely an exemplary embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the scope of protection 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 scope of protection of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An ice cream machine, characterized in that, include: The housing has an installation space and an opening communicating with the installation space; A door cover is movably disposed at the opening to open or close the installation space; The cutting tool is located within the installation space; as well as A cup holder, located within the installation space, is used to mount the cup assembly. The cup holder moves relative to the blade, and the blade's rotation grinds the ice within the cup assembly.

2. The ice cream machine as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The ice cream machine also includes a rotating structure, through which the door cover is rotatably connected to the machine casing.

3. The ice cream machine as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The rotating structure includes a rotating shaft and a sleeve. The rotating shaft is located on the side of the housing where the opening is located, and the sleeve is located on the door cover. The sleeve is fitted around the outer periphery of the rotating shaft so that the door cover rotates around the rotating shaft.

4. The ice cream machine as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The ice cream machine also includes a magnetic structure, which is disposed on the machine casing and / or the door cover, so that the machine casing and the door cover are magnetically connected.

5. The ice cream machine as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The ice cream machine also includes a locking structure for connecting the door cover and the machine housing when the door cover is closed.

6. The ice cream machine as described in claim 5, characterized in that, A limiting hole is provided on the side of the door cover. The locking structure is configured as a push-pull electromagnet. The push-pull electromagnet is movably disposed on the side of the housing where the opening is located. The push-pull electromagnet is used to extend and insert into the limiting hole after being energized, and to retract and disengage from the limiting hole after being de-energized.

7. The ice cream machine as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The ice cream machine also includes a detection structure located on the side of the machine casing facing the door cover, and the detection structure is used to detect the closed state of the door cover and the machine casing.

8. The ice cream machine as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The detection structure is configured as a Hall sensor.

9. The ice cream machine as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The detection structure is configured as a photoelectric sensor.

10. The ice cream machine according to any one of claims 1-9, characterized in that, The ice cream machine further includes a first drive module and a second drive module. The first drive module is located in the installation space and is driven and connected to the cutter. The second drive module is located in the installation space and is driven and connected to the cup holder. The second drive module drives the cup holder to move toward the cutter, and the first drive module drives the cutter to rotate within the cup body assembly on the cup holder.

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