A valve structure and a cup structure

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of home appliance, concretely is a valve structure, including valve cap and valve body, the valve body is hollow tubular, the valve cap is located one end opening of valve body, and the inner chamber of valve cap and valve body is communicated, the other end of valve body is divided into long arm and short arm, long arm and short arm are hollow, and communicate with the outside through steam inlet hole, at least one surface of valve cap is equipped with steam outlet hole, the inner chamber of long arm, the inner chamber of short arm, the inner chamber of valve body and valve cap inner chamber are communicated, and constitute steam exhaust passage, the utility model further provides a cup structure of application valve structure and the equipment of application valve structure or cup structure, the valve structure of the utility model, through the design of long arm and short arm, can make steam layered and enter steam exhaust passage simultaneously, and steam is exhausted fast, can be used in one structure simultaneously, that is, can be used as steam exhaust valve, also can be used as liquid outlet switch, and the operation is simple, and the risk coefficient is low, and can be dismantled, and is convenient to clean.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of household appliance technology, specifically to a valve structure and a cup structure. Background Technology

[0002] In modern life, every household has many electrical appliances, especially food processing equipment. Food processing generally involves steaming, boiling, and heating, which generates a large amount of steam in the heating chamber of the equipment. This steam is usually released through venting channels on the cover of the heating chamber. Since the cover is usually located directly above, these venting channels also face upwards, which can easily cause injury to people during steam release or lead to dust clogging the venting channels. Some equipment also has a plug or valve added to the venting channels to control the venting channel opening and closing and prevent objects from falling and blocking it.

[0003] Regardless of the design chosen, existing equipment suffers from the following problems with exhaust: 1. The existing technology involves the steam pressure in the reheating chamber reaching a certain level, which is then suddenly released in a concentrated manner. The steam impact force is large, which can easily carry a large amount of liquid and some food into the exhaust channel, causing blockage of the exhaust channel. Liquid and food are then washed onto the surface of the lid, making them difficult to clean. Furthermore, if one is accidentally hit by the steam, it can cause burns.

[0004] 2. The exhaust passage is integrated with the cover. Currently, many devices have their covers connected to the equipment. This means that if you want to clean the exhaust passage, you need to disassemble the entire cover, which increases the difficulty of cleaning.

[0005] 3. The current exhaust channels are only for exhausting steam and cannot be omitted. Usually, when the steam pressure reaches a high level and needs to be discharged quickly, one exhaust channel is not enough. However, if more channels are opened, the difficulty in production, cost and cleaning will increase.

[0006] In summary, the current equipment is in a state where it is known to have problems, but due to various factors, it can only be used as a last resort, and needs improvement. Utility Model Content

[0007] In view of this, it is necessary to provide a valve structure and a cup structure to address the problems of the existing technology.

[0008] The technical solution of this utility model is as follows: A valve structure includes a valve cap and a valve body; The valve body is a hollow tubular shape; the valve cap is located on one end opening of the valve body and communicates with the inner cavity of the valve body; the other end of the valve body is divided into a long arm and a short arm; both the long arm and the short arm are hollow and communicate with the outside through a steam inlet; at least one surface of the valve cap is provided with a steam outlet. The inner cavity of the long arm, the inner cavity of the short arm, the inner cavity of the valve body, and the inner cavity of the valve cap are interconnected to form a steam exhaust channel.

[0009] Furthermore, the number of long arms is at least one; the number of short arms is at least one.

[0010] Furthermore, the valve cap and the valve body can be integrally formed or they can be separate parts; when they are separate parts, the valve body and the valve cap can be detachably connected.

[0011] Preferably, the connection method between the valve body and the valve cap includes threaded connection, snap-fit, plug-in connection, or sleeve connection.

[0012] A cup structure includes a cup body, a cup lid assembly, and the aforementioned valve structure; The cup lid assembly is adapted to the opening of the cup body; the valve structure is mounted on the cup lid assembly; Furthermore, the cup lid assembly includes a lid body; a liquid outlet hole is formed on the side wall of the lid body; the valve structure is mounted on the lid body and can move on the lid body, so that the long arm and the short arm alternately fit against the side wall where the liquid outlet hole is located; when the long arm fits against the side wall, it can completely cover the liquid outlet hole; when the short arm fits against the side wall, it cannot cover or cannot completely cover the liquid outlet hole.

[0013] Furthermore, a sleeve is provided on the cover body as the mounting position of the valve structure, and part of the sleeve wall is attached to or fused with the side wall where the liquid outlet is located; the valve structure is cylindrical in shape; the valve structure can be sleeved in the sleeve and can rotate in the sleeve; When the wall of the sleeve is in contact with the side wall where the liquid outlet is located, a through hole is provided on the wall corresponding to the position of the liquid outlet, so that the sleeve cavity communicates with the liquid outlet through the through hole; When the wall of the sleeve is fused with the side wall where the liquid outlet is located, the side wall becomes the wall of the sleeve, and the lumen of the sleeve is connected to the liquid outlet.

[0014] Furthermore, the cross-sectional area of ​​the valve cap is larger than that of the sleeve; therefore, the valve cap will not enter the sleeve. On the one hand, it can serve as the force point for rotating the valve structure, and on the other hand, it can prevent the valve structure from being completely trapped in the sleeve, which would make it difficult to operate or cause it to slip into the cup.

[0015] Furthermore, a sealing element is added to the valve structure, located between the valve structure and the pipe wall of the sleeve, to prevent leakage.

[0016] Furthermore, the cup lid assembly also includes a secondary lid; the lid body has an installation opening, and the secondary lid is detachably installed in the installation opening; the secondary lid is provided with a handle for easy installation and removal of the secondary lid.

[0017] The valve structure and the cup structure incorporating the valve structure of this invention can be applied to a variety of devices, including but not limited to food processing equipment, kettles, teapots, and brewing pots. Food processing equipment includes, for example, food processors and soy milk makers.

[0018] Further, the application device includes the above-described valve structure or a cup structure using the above-described valve structure, a housing, and a drive assembly; the drive assembly is disposed within the housing; the valve structure is mounted on the upper cover of the device, or the cup structure is sleeved on the opening of the housing.

[0019] The beneficial effects of this utility model include: The valve structure of this invention is multi-functional, serving as both a steam exhaust valve and a liquid outlet switch. It is easy to operate, has a low risk factor, is detachable, and is convenient to clean. Through the design of long and short arms, the valve structure provides exhaust channel inlets at different heights within the heating chamber. This eliminates the need for all steam to rise to the top before entering the exhaust channel inlets. Once exhaust begins, a large amount of steam from the accumulation point can be stratified and simultaneously enter the exhaust channel for rapid exhaust.

[0020] The cup structure utilizing the valve structure of this invention creates a liquid outlet channel on the cup lid assembly through the combination of the liquid outlet hole and the valve structure. This allows the cup structure and the device using the cup structure to pour out the liquid from the cup without opening the top cover, controlling the liquid output and the heat dissipation rate. For food that cannot be poured out all at once, it provides better heat preservation and isolates it from contamination. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the valve structure of this utility model.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the valve cap of the valve structure of this utility model.

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the top structure of the valve cap of the valve structure of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the valve body structure of the valve structure of this utility model.

[0025] Figure 5 A cup structure diagram illustrating the application of the valve structure of this utility model.

[0026] Figure 6This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the cup structure lid assembly for applying the valve structure of this utility model.

[0027] Figure 7 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of the cup structure and cup lid assembly for applying the valve structure of this utility model.

[0028] Figure 8 A schematic diagram showing the optimized structure of the cup lid assembly for applying the valve structure of this utility model.

[0029] Figure 9 This is a structural diagram of the application device of the cup structure of this utility model.

[0030] Figure label: 100. Outer shell; 200. Driver components; 300. Cup body; 310. Processing tool; 320. Liquid outlet; 400. Cup lid assembly; 410. Lid body; 411. Slot; 413. Mounting port; 414. Sleeve; 420. Secondary lid; 421. Handle; 422. Buckle; 440. Side wall; 442. Liquid outlet; 500. Valve structure; 510. Valve cap; 511. Mounting post; 512. Limiting block; 513. Exhaust port; 520. Valve body; 521. Long arm; 5211. First steam inlet; 522. Short arm; 5221. Second steam inlet; 5222. Mounting hole; 523. Crossbeam; 530. Seal; 600. Heating element. Detailed Implementation

[0031] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of this utility model will be further described clearly and completely below in conjunction with the embodiments of this utility model. It should be noted that the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0032] It should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "back", "left", "right", "horizontal", "top", "inner", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0033] The terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined as "first," "second," or "third" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature.

[0034] Now combined Figures 1 to 9 The valve structure 500, its application, and its details of this utility model are described below.

[0035] See Figures 1 to 4 The valve structure 500 of this utility model includes a valve cap 510 and a valve body 520. The valve body 520 is a hollow tubular structure; the valve cap 510 is located at one end opening of the valve body 520, and the valve cap 510 communicates with the inner cavity of the valve body 520; the other end of the valve body 520 is divided into a long arm 521 and a short arm 522; both the long arm 521 and the short arm 522 are hollow and communicate with the outside through steam inlets; a first steam inlet 5211 is provided on the long arm 521; a second steam inlet 5221 is provided on the short arm 522; and a steam exhaust hole 513 is provided on at least one surface of the valve cap 510. The number and shape of the first steam inlet 5211, the second steam inlet 5221, or the steam exhaust hole 513 are not limited, and any number, shape, or combination thereof is within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0036] The inner cavities of the long arm 521, the short arm 522, the valve body 520, and the valve cap 510 are interconnected to form an exhaust passage.

[0037] The long arm 521 and the short arm 522 extend into the steam accumulation zone. Steam from different layers enters the inner cavity of the long arm 521 and the short arm 522 through the first steam inlet 5211 of the long arm 521 and the second steam inlet 5221 of the short arm 522, and then rises sequentially to the inner cavity of the valve body 520 and the inner cavity of the valve cap 510, and is discharged through the exhaust hole 513 on the valve cap 510.

[0038] It is worth noting that the long arm 521 mentioned in this utility model refers to the longest arm; the short arm 522 mentioned in this utility model refers to the general term for arms of various lengths less than the longest arm 521, and is not limited to a certain length of arm.

[0039] In some embodiments, the number of long arms 521 is at least one; the number of short arms 522 is at least one. For example... Figure 1The diagram shows a combination of one long arm 521 and one short arm 522. It also includes combinations of one long arm 521 and multiple short arms 522; and combinations of multiple long arms 521 and one or more short arms 522, all of which are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0040] In some embodiments, the valve cap 510 and the valve body 520 may be integrally formed or separately configured; when separately configured, the valve body 520 and the valve cap 510 are detachably connected.

[0041] In some embodiments, the connection method between the valve body 520 and the valve cap 510 includes threaded connection, snap-fit, plug-in connection, or sleeve connection. See details. Figure 2 and Figure 4 The valve cap 510 has an internal mounting post 511 and a limiting block 512 on its top surface. The valve body 520 has a crossbeam 523 on its opening connecting to the valve cap 510. The bottom surface of the short arm 522 has a mounting hole 5222. The mounting post 511 of the valve cap 510 is installed in the mounting hole 5222 of the valve body 520, so that the valve cap 510 and the valve body 520 are fixedly connected in the longitudinal direction and will not easily fall off or separate. The crossbeam 523 on the valve body 520 is inserted into the gap between the limiting block 512 and the mounting post 511, so that the valve cap 510 and the valve body 520 will not rotate relative to each other in the lateral direction.

[0042] See Figures 5 to 7 This utility model also relates to a cup structure, including a cup body 300, a cup lid assembly 400, and a valve structure 500 of this utility model; The cup lid assembly 400 is adapted to the opening of the cup body 300; the valve structure 500 is mounted on the cup lid assembly 400; In some embodiments, the cup lid assembly 400 includes a lid body 410; a liquid outlet hole 442 is provided on the side wall 440 of the lid body 410; the valve structure 500 is mounted on the lid body 410 and can move on the lid body 410, so that the long arm 521 and the short arm 522 alternately fit against the side wall 440 where the liquid outlet hole 442 is located.

[0043] During the movement of the valve structure 500, when the long arm 521 is in contact with the side wall 440, it can completely block the liquid outlet 442, i.e., close the liquid outlet 442, preventing liquid from being poured out of the cup body 300. As the long arm 521 and the short arm 522 alternate, the liquid outlet 442 gradually opens. With the movement of the valve structure 500, the long arm 521 gradually moves away from the liquid outlet 442, and the short arm 522 gradually takes over from the long arm 521 and approaches the liquid outlet 442. When the short arm 522 is in contact with the side wall 440, it cannot block or cannot completely block the liquid outlet 442, i.e., the liquid outlet 442 is fully or partially open. (See also...) Figure 5 Taking the lower edges of the short arm 522 as being on the same horizontal line as an example, that is, when the short arm 522 is in contact with the side wall 440, the liquid outlet 442 is fully open. If the lower edges of the short arm 522 are not on the same horizontal line, then when the short arm 522 is in contact with the side wall 440, the liquid outlet 442 will be partially open.

[0044] In some embodiments, a sleeve 414 is provided on the cover body 410 as a mounting position for the valve structure 500. Part of the sleeve 414 wall is fitted or fused with the side wall 440 where the liquid outlet 442 is located. The valve structure 500 is cylindrical in shape. The valve structure 500 can be sleeved in the sleeve 414 and can rotate in the sleeve 414. When the wall of the sleeve 414 is fitted against the side wall 440 where the liquid outlet 442 is located, a through hole is provided on the wall corresponding to the position of the liquid outlet 442, so that the cavity of the sleeve 414 communicates with the liquid outlet 442 through the through hole. The through hole on the wall and the liquid outlet 442 may be the same size or different, as long as they achieve communication.

[0045] When the wall of the sleeve 414 is fused with the side wall 440 where the liquid outlet 442 is located, the side wall 440 is the wall of the sleeve 414, and the lumen of the sleeve 414 is connected to the liquid outlet 442. At this time, the through hole of the sleeve wall is the liquid outlet 442.

[0046] In some embodiments, the cross-sectional area of ​​the valve cap 510 is larger than the cross-sectional area of ​​the sleeve 414; therefore, the valve cap 510 will not enter the sleeve 414. On the one hand, it can serve as the force point for rotating the valve structure 500, and on the other hand, it can prevent the valve structure 500 from being completely trapped in the sleeve 414, which would make it difficult to operate or cause it to slip into the cup body 300.

[0047] In some embodiments, a sealing element 530 is provided on the valve structure 500, such as... Figure 1 and Figure 4As shown, it is located between the pipe wall of the valve structure 500 and the sleeve 414 to prevent leakage.

[0048] See Figure 8 In some embodiments, the cup lid assembly 400 further includes a secondary lid 420; the lid body 410 has an installation port 413, and the secondary lid 420 is detachably installed in the installation port 413; the secondary lid 420 is provided with a handle 421 for easy installation and removal of the secondary lid 420.

[0049] In some embodiments, the connection between the secondary cover 420 and the cover body 410 includes a threaded connection, a snap-fit ​​connection, or a sleeve connection. See also Figure 8 Taking the snap-fit ​​connection as an example, a snap fastener 422 is provided on the surface of the secondary cover 420 that contacts the cover body 410, and a slot 411 is provided on the surface of the cover body 410 that contacts the secondary cover 420. The snap fastener 422 on the secondary cover 420 is inserted into the opening of the slot 411, and then pressed down to allow the secondary cover 420 to be submerged in the mounting opening 413. Then, the secondary cover 420 is rotated to allow the snap fastener 422 to enter the transverse slot 411. This prevents the secondary cover 420 from falling off the mounting opening 413 during device operation. At this time, the mounting opening 413 of the secondary cover 420 on the cover body 410 serves as the feeding port. Food is directly added into the cup body 300 through the feeding port, avoiding repeated disassembly of the cup lid assembly 400, which would affect the assembly stability of the valve structure 500 and the cup lid assembly 400.

[0050] If a threaded connection is used, then matching threads are provided on the respective contact surfaces of the sub-cover 420 and the cover body 410 (not shown in the attached diagram). Similarly, if a snap-fit ​​connection is used, then matching snaps 422 and slots 411 are provided on the respective contact surfaces of the sub-cover 420 and the cover body 410 (not shown in the attached diagram).

[0051] See Figure 9 The valve structure 500 and the cup structure using the valve structure 500 of this utility model can be applied to a variety of equipment, including but not limited to food processing equipment, kettles, teapots, and brewing pots. The food processing equipment includes, for example, food processors and soy milk makers.

[0052] In some embodiments, the application device includes the valve structure 500 or a cup structure using the valve structure 500, a housing 100, and a drive assembly 200; the drive assembly 200 is disposed within the housing 100; the valve structure 500 is mounted on the top cover of the device, or the cup structure is sleeved on the opening of the housing 100.

[0053] When using the valve structure 500 of this utility model, first install the valve structure 500 on the equipment's cup lid, cup body 300, or other components with reserved installation positions. Taking installation on the cup lid assembly 400 as an example, first assemble the clean cup lid assembly 400 (including the assembly of the valve structure 500 and the secondary cover 420 (if any)). If the cup structure of this utility model is used directly, it is necessary to ensure that the liquid outlet 320 is in the closed state (i.e., the long arm 521 is attached to the side wall 440, completely blocking the liquid outlet 442). Add ingredients (ingredients can be added from the opening of the cup body 300 before installing the lid assembly, or from the installation port 413 (feeding port) of the secondary cover 420). The drive component 200 drives the processing tool 310 to process the ingredients (or allow them to soak in still water). During the heating process of the heating element 600, steam rapidly accumulates. When it reaches the first steam inlet 5211 of the long arm 521, the steam enters the inner cavity of the long arm 521. The steam that does not have time to enter the exhaust channel from the first steam inlet 5211 continues to rise and reaches the second steam inlet 5221 of the short arm 522. The steam enters the inner cavity of the short arm 522 from the second steam inlet 5221 of the short arm 522. The steam in the inner cavities of the long arm 521 and the short arm 522 rises again and sequentially to the inner cavity of the valve body 520 and the inner cavity of the valve cap 510, and is discharged through the exhaust hole 513 on the valve cap 510.

[0054] After processing, when liquid food needs to be poured out, rotate valve structure 500 to allow long arm 521 to gradually move away from liquid outlet 442, so that the liquid outlet on cup lid assembly 400 corresponds to liquid outlet 320 of cup body 300. Tilt cup body 300, and liquid flows out from liquid outlet 442 to liquid outlet 320 and is poured into container.

[0055] It is worth noting that the liquid outlet channel of the cup structure of this utility model can also be used as a steam exhaust channel when needed, and steam can be discharged together with the steam exhaust channel in the valve structure 500.

[0056] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementations of this utility model, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A valve structure, characterized in that, Includes valve cap and valve body; The valve body is a hollow tubular shape; the valve cap is located on one end opening of the valve body and communicates with the inner cavity of the valve body; the other end of the valve body is divided into a long arm and a short arm; both the long arm and the short arm are hollow and communicate with the outside through a steam inlet; at least one surface of the valve cap is provided with a steam outlet. The inner cavities of the long arm, the short arm, the valve body, and the valve cap are interconnected to form an exhaust passage.

2. The valve structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The number of long arms is at least one; the number of short arms is at least one.

3. The valve structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The valve cap is separate from the valve body; the valve body and the valve cap are detachably connected; the connection method between the valve body and the valve cap includes threaded connection, snap-fit, plug-in connection or sleeve connection.

4. A cup structure, characterized in that, The cup includes a cup body, a cup lid assembly, and a valve structure as described in any one of claims 1 to 3; the cup lid assembly is adapted to the opening of the cup body; and the valve structure is mounted on the cup lid assembly.

5. The cup structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, The cup lid assembly includes a lid body; a liquid outlet hole is provided on the side wall of the lid body; the valve structure is installed on the lid body and can move on the lid body, so that the long arm and the short arm alternately fit against the side wall where the liquid outlet hole is located; when the long arm fits against the side wall, it can completely cover the liquid outlet hole; when the short arm fits against the side wall, it cannot cover or cannot completely cover the liquid outlet hole.

6. The cup structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The cover body is provided with a sleeve as the mounting position for the valve structure; the valve structure is cylindrical in shape; the valve structure can be sleeved in the sleeve and can rotate in the sleeve.

7. The cup structure according to claim 6, characterized in that, The cross-sectional area of ​​the valve cap is larger than the cross-sectional area of ​​the sleeve.

8. The cup structure according to claim 6 or 7, characterized in that, A sealing element is added to the valve structure, located between the valve structure and the pipe wall of the sleeve.

9. The cup structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The cup lid assembly also includes a secondary lid; the lid body has an installation opening, and the secondary lid is detachably installed in the installation opening.

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