A buffering mechanism and a beverage machine

Abstract

The utility model relates to beverage machine technical field especially discloses a kind of buffer mechanism and beverage machine, including buffer piece and liquid outlet piece, the buffer piece is provided with first buffer groove, first fluid passage and multiple buffer ribs, the first buffer groove is used to communicate with the liquid outlet passage of extraction device, to receive the beverage discharged by the liquid outlet passage, one end of the first fluid passage communicates the first buffer groove, the multiple buffer ribs are spaced apart and arranged in the inner side wall of the first buffer groove, the liquid outlet piece is connected to the buffer piece, the liquid outlet piece is provided with liquid outlet, the liquid outlet communicates the other end of the first fluid passage. By the above-mentioned mode, the utility model is spaced apart and arranged in the inner side wall of first buffer groove by multiple buffer ribs, the continuous rebound radial flow is divided into multiple fluid, the energy of single fluid is smaller, impact energy is dispersed and dissipated, and the splashing of beverage is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of beverage machine technology, and in particular to a buffer mechanism and a beverage machine. Background Technology

[0002] The beverage machine supplies pressurized liquid to the extraction device via a liquid supply device, so that the extraction device can extract beverage powder to obtain a beverage. The beverage flows through the liquid outlet channel of the extraction device to the buffer structure of the beverage machine to slow down the flow rate of the beverage and release some of the energy of the beverage before flowing to the container.

[0003] However, in the process of implementing the present utility model embodiment, the inventors discovered that: currently, the buffer mechanism includes a buffer member and a liquid outlet member. The buffer member is provided with a first buffer tank. The first buffer tank is connected to the liquid outlet channel of the extraction device. When the beverage coming out of the liquid outlet channel is sprayed into the first buffer tank, beverage splashing will occur. Utility Model Content

[0004] This utility model mainly provides a buffer mechanism and a beverage machine, aiming to solve the technical problem of beverage splashing.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides a buffer mechanism, including a buffer element and a liquid outlet element. The buffer element is provided with a first buffer groove, a first fluid channel, and multiple buffer ribs. The first buffer groove is used to communicate with the liquid outlet channel of the extraction device to receive the beverage discharged from the liquid outlet channel. One end of the first fluid channel is connected to the first buffer groove. The multiple buffer ribs are spaced apart on the inner sidewall of the first buffer groove. The liquid outlet element is connected to the buffer element and is provided with a liquid outlet, which is connected to the other end of the first fluid channel.

[0006] Optionally, the buffer rib extends along the opening of the first buffer groove towards the bottom of the first buffer groove.

[0007] Optionally, the first fluid channel is inclined along the direction from one end of the first fluid channel to the other end of the first fluid channel.

[0008] Optionally, the buffer mechanism includes an adjustment component connected to the liquid outlet and the buffer, the liquid outlet being movable relative to the adjustment component.

[0009] Optionally, the liquid outlet is provided with a sliding plate, and the adjustment assembly includes a mounting member, an elastic member, and a positioning member. The mounting member is provided with a sliding groove, a receiving cavity, and a through hole. The through hole connects the sliding groove and the receiving cavity. The sliding plate is inserted into the sliding groove. The elastic member and the positioning member are received in the receiving cavity. The elastic member abuts against one end of the positioning member and the mounting member. The other end of the positioning member extends out of the receiving cavity from the through hole and is inserted into the sliding groove. The other end of the positioning member abuts against the sliding plate.

[0010] Optionally, the end face of the other end of the positioning member is arc-shaped, or the shape of the positioning member is spherical; The slide plate is provided with multiple grooves, and a portion of the positioning member is received in one of the grooves.

[0011] Optionally, the liquid outlet is provided with a pusher plate.

[0012] Optionally, the liquid outlet is provided with a second buffer tank, which is located below the port at the other end of the first fluid channel and connects the other end of the first fluid channel with the liquid outlet.

[0013] Optionally, the first sidewall of the second buffer tank is provided with an opening, the opening connecting the second buffer tank and the liquid outlet, and the bottom of the second buffer tank is inclined along the direction of the second sidewall of the second buffer tank facing the first sidewall.

[0014] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, another technical solution adopted by this utility model is to provide a beverage machine, including the above-mentioned buffer mechanism.

[0015] In this embodiment of the invention, the buffer mechanism includes a buffer element and a liquid outlet element. The buffer element is provided with a first buffer tank, a first fluid channel, and multiple buffer ribs. The first buffer tank is connected to the liquid outlet channel of the extraction device to receive the beverage discharged from the liquid outlet channel. One end of the first fluid channel is connected to the first buffer tank. The multiple buffer ribs are spaced apart on the inner wall of the first buffer tank. The liquid outlet element is connected to the buffer element and has a liquid outlet that is connected to the other end of the first fluid channel. By spaced apart on the inner wall of the first buffer tank, the continuous radial flow of rebound is divided into multiple fluid streams. The energy of each individual fluid stream is smaller, and the impact energy is dispersed and dissipated, reducing beverage splashing. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments of this utility model 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 drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the buffer mechanism provided in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the structure of the buffer mechanism provided in this embodiment of the utility model; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the buffer component of the buffer mechanism provided in this embodiment of the utility model; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the liquid outlet component of the buffer mechanism provided in this embodiment of the utility model; Figure 5 This is another schematic diagram of the structure of the liquid outlet component of the buffer mechanism provided in this embodiment of the utility model; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the adjustment component of the buffer mechanism provided in this embodiment of the utility model; Figure 7 yes Figure 6 A cross-sectional schematic diagram of section AA.

[0018] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 100. Buffer mechanism; 1. Buffer component; 11. First buffer groove; 12. First fluid channel; 13. Buffer rib; 14. Insertion part; 2. Liquid outlet; 21. Mounting groove; 22. Second buffer groove; 23. Opening; 24. Second fluid channel; 25. Liquid outlet; 26. Flow guide; 27. Slide plate; 271. Groove; 28. Clearance notch; 29. ​​Push plate; 3. Adjustment component; 31. Mounting component; 311. Slide groove; 312. Receiving cavity; 313. Through hole; 314. Insertion groove; 315. Mounting port; 32. Elastic component; 33. Positioning component. Detailed Implementation

[0019] To facilitate understanding of this utility model, a more detailed description is provided below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that when an element is described as "locked" to another element, it can be directly on the other element, or one or more intermediate elements may exist between them. When an element is described as "connected" to another element, it can be directly connected to the other element, or one or more intermediate elements may exist between them. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "left," "right," and similar expressions used in this specification are for illustrative purposes only.

[0020] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in this specification have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The terminology used in this specification is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the scope of the invention. The term "and / or" as used in this specification includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0021] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 This utility model provides a buffer mechanism 100, including a buffer element 1, a liquid outlet 2, and an adjustment component 3. The buffer element 1 is connected to the liquid outlet channel of an extraction device to receive the beverage discharged from the liquid outlet channel and buffer the beverage to reduce splashing. The liquid outlet 2 is connected to the buffer element 1 and is used to discharge the beverage into a container and to buffer the beverage. The adjustment component 3 is connected to the buffer element 1 and the liquid outlet 2, so that the liquid outlet 2 is connected to the buffer element 1 and can move relative to the adjustment component 3, thereby adjusting the relative distance between the liquid outlet 2 and the container.

[0022] For buffer 1 mentioned above, please refer to Figure 3 The buffer component 1 is provided with a first buffer groove 11, a first fluid channel 12, multiple buffer ribs 13 and a plug-in part 14.

[0023] A first buffer tank 11 is disposed at one end of the buffer member 1. The first buffer tank 11 is conical in shape and is used to communicate with the liquid outlet channel of the extraction device to receive the beverage discharged from the liquid outlet channel. One end of the first fluid channel 12 is connected to the first buffer tank 11, and the other end of the first fluid channel 12 is connected to the liquid outlet member 2. Along the direction from one end of the first fluid channel 12 to the other end, the first fluid channel 12 is inclined, that is, there is a height difference between one end of the first fluid channel 12 and the other end. Specifically, one end of the first fluid channel 12 is higher than the other end, to prevent beverage residue in the first fluid channel 12. Multiple buffer ribs 13 are spaced apart on the inner sidewall of the first buffer tank 11. The buffer ribs 13 extend along the direction from the opening of the first buffer tank 11 to the bottom of the first buffer tank 11. The multiple buffer ribs 13 are used to divide the continuous rebound radial flow into multiple fluid streams. The energy of a single fluid stream is smaller, and the impact energy is dispersed and dissipated, reducing beverage splashing.

[0024] For the above-mentioned liquid outlet component 2, please refer to Figure 4 and Figure 5 The liquid outlet component 2 is provided with an installation groove 21, a second buffer groove 22, an opening 23, a second fluid channel 24, a liquid outlet 25, a flow guide 26, a sliding plate 27, an avoidance notch 28, and a push plate 29.

[0025] The second buffer tank 22 is located below the first fluid channel 12, so that the second buffer tank 22 is connected to the first fluid channel 12. The second buffer tank 22 is connected to the mounting groove 21 and the opening 23. The opening 23 is provided on the first side wall of the second buffer tank 22. The second buffer tank 22 is used to buffer beverages. Along the direction from the first side wall of the second buffer tank 22 to the second side wall of the second buffer tank 22, the bottom of the second buffer tank 22 is inclined, that is, there is a height difference between one side of the bottom of the second buffer tank 22 and the other side of the bottom of the second buffer tank 22. Specifically, one side of the bottom of the second buffer tank 22 is lower than the other side of the bottom of the second buffer tank 22 to prevent beverage residue in the second buffer tank 22. The first side wall and the second side wall are arranged opposite to each other. One end of the second fluid channel 24 is connected to the opening 23, and the other end is connected to the outlet 25. The second fluid channel 24 is inclined, meaning there is a height difference between its two ends; specifically, one end is higher than the other end to prevent beverage residue. A guide portion 26 is provided at the outlet 25, dividing it into multiple streams to reduce flow energy and splashing. A clearance notch 28 connects to the mounting groove 21, allowing the other end of the buffer member 1 to pass through and extend into the mounting groove 21. A push plate 29 protrudes from the outlet member 2, facilitating user movement of the outlet member 2 relative to the adjusting component 3.

[0026] In some embodiments, along the direction from the first sidewall of the second buffer groove 22 to the second sidewall of the second buffer groove 22, the cross-sectional shape of the bottom of the second buffer groove 22 is V-shaped, and the opening 23 extends to the lowest point of the bottom of the second buffer groove 22.

[0027] In some embodiments, the number of liquid outlets 25 and the number of second fluid channels 24 are both two, with one liquid outlet 25 connected to the other end of one second fluid channel 24. Furthermore, correspondingly, the number of guide portions 26 is two, with one guide portion 26 disposed at one liquid outlet 25.

[0028] For the adjustment component 3 mentioned above, please refer to Figure 6 and Figure 7 The adjustment component 3 includes a mounting component 31, an elastic component 32, and a positioning component 33.

[0029] Mounting member 31 is provided with a sliding groove 311, a receiving cavity 312, a through hole 313, a insertion groove 314, and a mounting opening 315. The through hole 313 connects the sliding groove 311 and the receiving cavity 312. The sliding groove 311 receives the sliding plate 27, allowing the sliding plate 27 to move relative to the sliding groove 311. The insertion groove 314 receives the insertion part 14. The mounting opening 315 connects to the clearance notch 28, and the mounting opening 315 allows the buffer member 1 to pass through. The elastic member 32 and the positioning member 33 are both received in the receiving cavity 312. One end of the elastic member 32 abuts against the mounting member 31, and the other end of the elastic member 32 abuts against one end of the positioning member 33. The other end of the positioning member 33 extends out of the receiving cavity 312 through the through hole 313 and inserts into the sliding groove 311, while the other end of the positioning member 33 abuts against the sliding plate 27, thus fixing the mounting member 31 to the liquid outlet member 2. Under external force, the liquid outlet member 2 is pushed, causing it to move relative to the mounting member 31.

[0030] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 5 and Figure 7 The other end of the positioning member 33 has an arc-shaped end face, and the slide plate 27 is provided with a plurality of grooves 271. The other end of the positioning member 33 is inserted into a groove 271 to increase the holding force between the positioning member 33 and the slide plate 27, thereby enhancing the stability between the mounting member 31 and the liquid outlet member 2. In some embodiments, the positioning member 33 is spherical in shape.

[0031] In some embodiments, the elastic element 32 is a compression spring or a sheet.

[0032] In some embodiments, the number of slide plate 27, slide groove 311, elastic member 32 and positioning member 33 each includes two, one slide groove 311 accommodates one slide plate 27, and one positioning member 33 abuts against one slide plate 27 and one elastic member 32.

[0033] In this embodiment of the invention, the buffer mechanism 100 includes a buffer element 1 and a liquid outlet element 2. The buffer element 1 is provided with a first buffer groove 11, a first fluid channel 12, and multiple buffer ribs 13. The first buffer groove 11 is used to communicate with the liquid outlet channel of the extraction device to receive the beverage discharged from the liquid outlet channel. One end of the first fluid channel 12 is connected to the first buffer groove 11. Multiple buffer ribs 13 are spaced apart on the inner sidewall of the first buffer groove 11. The liquid outlet element 2 is connected to the buffer element 1 and is provided with a liquid outlet 25, which is connected to the other end of the first fluid channel 12. By spaced apart on the inner sidewall of the first buffer groove 11, the continuous rebound radial flow is divided into multiple fluid streams. The energy of a single fluid stream is smaller, and the impact energy is dispersed and dissipated, reducing beverage splashing.

[0034] This utility model also provides an embodiment of a beverage machine, which includes the buffer mechanism 100 described above. The structure and function of the buffer mechanism 100 can be found in the above embodiment, and will not be described in detail here.

[0035] It should be noted that while the preferred embodiments of this utility model are provided in the specification and accompanying drawings, this utility model can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. These embodiments are not intended to impose additional limitations on the content of this utility model; their purpose is to provide a more thorough and comprehensive understanding of the disclosure of this utility model. Furthermore, the above-described technical features can be combined with each other to form various embodiments not listed above, all of which are considered to be within the scope of this utility model specification. Moreover, those skilled in the art can make improvements or modifications based on the above description, and all such improvements and modifications should fall within the protection scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A buffer mechanism, characterized in that, include: The buffer component is provided with a first buffer tank, a first fluid channel and a plurality of buffer ribs. The first buffer tank is used to communicate with the liquid outlet channel of the extraction device to receive the beverage discharged from the liquid outlet channel. One end of the first fluid channel is connected to the first buffer tank. The plurality of buffer ribs are spaced apart on the inner sidewall of the first buffer tank. A liquid outlet is connected to the buffer component, and the liquid outlet is provided with a liquid outlet that is connected to the other end of the first fluid channel.

2. The buffer mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The buffer rib extends along the opening of the first buffer groove towards the bottom of the first buffer groove.

3. The buffer mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first fluid channel is inclined, with one end facing the other end.

4. The buffer mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The buffer mechanism includes an adjustment component connected to the liquid outlet and the buffer, the liquid outlet being movable relative to the adjustment component.

5. The buffer mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that, The liquid outlet is provided with a sliding plate. The adjustment assembly includes a mounting member, an elastic member, and a positioning member. The mounting member is provided with a sliding groove, a receiving cavity, and a through hole. The through hole connects the sliding groove and the receiving cavity. The sliding plate is inserted into the sliding groove. The elastic member and the positioning member are received in the receiving cavity. The elastic member abuts against one end of the positioning member and the mounting member. The other end of the positioning member extends out of the receiving cavity from the through hole and is inserted into the sliding groove. The other end of the positioning member abuts against the sliding plate.

6. The buffer mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that, The end face of the other end of the positioning element is arc-shaped, or the shape of the positioning element is spherical; The slide plate is provided with multiple grooves, and a portion of the positioning member is received in one of the grooves.

7. The buffer mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that, The liquid outlet is equipped with a push plate.

8. The buffer mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The liquid outlet is provided with a second buffer tank, which is located below the port at the other end of the first fluid channel and connects the other end of the first fluid channel with the liquid outlet.

9. The buffer mechanism according to claim 8, characterized in that, The first sidewall of the second buffer tank is provided with an opening, which connects the second buffer tank and the liquid outlet. The bottom of the second buffer tank is inclined along the direction from the second sidewall of the second buffer tank to the first sidewall.

10. A beverage machine, characterized in that, Includes the buffer mechanism as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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