Sterilizer

Abstract

The application relates to a sterilization machine. The sterilization machine comprises a base, a containing part, a sterilization assembly and a motion adjusting device. The containing part is installed on the base and is used for containing appliances. The sterilization assembly is arranged on the base or the containing part and is used for sterilizing the appliances contained by the containing part. The motion adjusting device is connected to the containing part and is used for adjusting the relative position of the containing part and the base. When a user needs to place or take the appliances, the motion adjusting device can adjust the position of the containing part, for example, lower the containing part to a suitable operation height or rotate the containing part to a suitable operation angle, so as to facilitate the user to take or place, and the use convenience of the sterilization machine is remarkably improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of household appliance technology, and in particular to a sterilization machine. Background Technology

[0002] Because of the high humidity in the kitchen, cutting boards, knives, and other utensils are often difficult to keep dry for long periods of time. Moreover, cutting boards are difficult to clean thoroughly, making them very easy for bacteria to grow. When using the cutting board to cut vegetables the next time, the bacteria on the cutting board will spread to the food, potentially causing health problems.

[0003] With the improvement of people's living standards and the enhancement of health awareness, sterilizers have gradually become an important part of family kitchens. Sterilizers can sterilize and disinfect cutting boards, knives, and other utensils, thereby improving the safety of using these items.

[0004] However, existing cutting board sterilizers generally use a fixed height and angle design, requiring users to place cutting boards and other utensils at a designated location or angle within the sterilizer, which is inconvenient for users when retrieving and placing utensils. Therefore, existing sterilizers have low ease of use. Utility Model Content

[0005] Therefore, it is necessary to address the issue of low ease of use of sterilization machines by providing a sterilization machine that can improve ease of use.

[0006] A sterilization machine, comprising:

[0007] Base;

[0008] A receiving portion is provided on the base, the receiving portion being used to receive an appliance;

[0009] A disinfection component is disposed on the base or the receiving part for disinfecting the apparatus contained in the receiving part;

[0010] A motion adjustment device is connected to the receiving part, and the motion adjustment device is used to adjust the relative position of the receiving part and the base.

[0011] In one embodiment, the receiving portion includes a first receiving portion, a second receiving portion, and a connecting component;

[0012] The first receiving portion is disposed on the base; the second receiving portion is disposed on the side of the first receiving portion away from the base, and the second receiving portion is movably connected to the first receiving portion through the connecting component;

[0013] The motion adjustment device is electrically connected to the connecting component and is used to control the movement of the connecting component upon receiving a compression control signal, so as to drive the second receiving part to move towards the base.

[0014] In one embodiment, the sterilizer further includes a first switch electrically connected to the motion adjustment device, the first switch being disposed on the connecting assembly, the first receiving portion, or the second receiving portion; when the first switch is triggered, the compression control signal is output.

[0015] When the second receiving portion is displaced relative to the first receiving portion in the direction of the base.

[0016] In one embodiment, the sterilizer further includes a sealing assembly for abutting against the second receiving portion and the first receiving portion.

[0017] In one embodiment, the second receiving portion includes a plurality of sub-receiving portions, each of which is connected to the connecting component.

[0018] In one embodiment, the motion adjustment device includes a motor and a telescopic actuator, the telescopic actuator being electrically connected to the motor and the connecting assembly;

[0019] The connecting assembly includes a roll, and the second receiving portion is movably connected to the first receiving portion via the roll; the roll extends along a first direction, which is perpendicular to the mounting plane of the base;

[0020] The telescopic driver is used to control the motor to run when the compression control signal is received. During the operation of the motor, the winding strip is driven to move, thereby moving the second receiving part towards the base.

[0021] In one embodiment, the motion adjustment device is used to drive the receiving portion to rotate in order to adjust the relative position of the receiving portion and the base.

[0022] In one embodiment, the motion adjustment device includes an electrically connected rotary driver and a rotary drive mechanism, the rotary drive mechanism being mechanically connected to the receiving portion;

[0023] The rotary driver is used to drive the rotary drive mechanism to move when a rotary control signal is received, so as to drive the receiving part to rotate.

[0024] In one embodiment, the sterilizer further includes a second switch electrically connected to the rotary driver, the second switch being disposed in the receiving portion or the base; when the second switch is triggered, the rotation control signal is output.

[0025] In one embodiment, the disinfection component includes an ultraviolet lamp bead and a disinfection controller, wherein the disinfection controller is electrically connected to the ultraviolet lamp bead and is used to control the ultraviolet lamp bead to emit light upon receiving a disinfection control signal.

[0026] In one embodiment, the ultraviolet lamp and the disinfection controller are disposed on the base; the receiving part is provided with a glass panel; when the receiving part is installed on the base, the ultraviolet lamp disinfects the device in the receiving part through the glass panel.

[0027] The aforementioned sterilizer includes a base, a receiving section, a sterilization component, and a motion adjustment device. The receiving section is mounted on the base and is used to hold utensils. The sterilization component is located on the base or the receiving section and is used to sterilize the utensils held in the receiving section. The motion adjustment device is connected to the receiving section and is used to adjust the relative position of the receiving section and the base. Therefore, when a user needs to place or retrieve utensils, the motion adjustment device can adjust the position of the receiving section, for example, lowering it to a suitable operating height or rotating it to a suitable operating angle, thus facilitating the user's handling and significantly improving the ease of use of the sterilizer. Attached Figure Description

[0028] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the conventional technology, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the conventional technology will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0029] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a sterilizer in a telescopic state according to an embodiment;

[0030] Figure 2 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of a sterilizer in a compressed state according to an embodiment;

[0031] Figure 3 A second schematic diagram of the sterilizer in a compressed state according to one embodiment;

[0032] Figure 4 A third schematic diagram of the sterilizer in a compressed state according to one embodiment;

[0033] Figure 5 One of the structural schematic diagrams of the sterilizer in a compressed state according to another embodiment;

[0034] Figure 6 Another embodiment of the sterilizer in a compressed state is shown in the second schematic diagram.

[0035] Figure 7 This is a top view of the sterilizer in a rotating state according to an embodiment.

[0036] Figure 8 This is a top view of the sterilizer in its reset state according to one embodiment. Detailed Implementation

[0037] To facilitate understanding of this application, a more complete description will be provided below with reference to the accompanying drawings, which illustrate embodiments of the present application. However, the present application can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided so that the disclosure of this application will be thorough and complete.

[0038] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application.

[0039] It is understood that the terms "first," "second," etc., used herein may be used to describe various elements, but these elements are not limited by these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish one element from another. For example, without departing from the scope of this application, a first resistor may be referred to as a second resistor, and similarly, a second resistor may be referred to as a first resistor. Both the first resistor and the second resistor are resistors, but they are not the same resistor.

[0040] It is understood that the term "connection" in the following embodiments should be understood as "electrical connection," "communication connection," etc., if the connected circuits, modules, units, etc., have electrical signal or data transmission with each other.

[0041] It is understandable that "at least one" refers to one or more, and "multiple" refers to two or more. "At least a part of an element" refers to part or all of an element.

[0042] When used herein, the singular forms of “a,” “an,” and “the” may also include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It should also be understood that the terms “comprising / including” or “having,” etc., specify the presence of the stated features, wholes, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof, but do not preclude the possibility of the presence or addition of one or more other features, wholes, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof. Meanwhile, the term “and / or” as used in this specification includes any and all combinations of the associated listed items.

[0043] In one exemplary embodiment, a sterilization machine is provided. For example... Figure 1As shown, the sterilizer includes a base 100, a housing 200, a sterilization component, and a motion adjustment device.

[0044] The base 100 serves as the supporting foundation for the entire sterilizer, contacting and supporting physical surfaces such as kitchen countertops and floors to ensure its stability. The shape and size of the base 100 can be designed according to specific needs, ensuring that it evenly distributes the weight of the sterilizer, allowing it to be placed stably on the kitchen countertop and thus improving its stability during operation.

[0045] An anti-slip mat can also be installed on the bottom of the base 100 as needed. The anti-slip mat can effectively increase the friction between the base 100 and the kitchen countertop, preventing the sterilizer from sliding on the kitchen countertop and further enhancing the stability of the sterilizer.

[0046] The receiving part 200 is provided on the base 100 and is used to receive the appliance.

[0047] Specifically, the receiving section 200 is located on the side of the base 100 away from the kitchen countertop. The internal space of the receiving section 200 can accommodate cutting boards, knives, and other utensils of different sizes and shapes. For ease of explanation, the following explanation uses the receiving section 200 accommodating a cutting board as an example.

[0048] In practice, when users place the cutting board into the receiving compartment 200, they can place it in a designated location or orientation within the receiving compartment 200 according to their own habits and actual situation, so that the cutting board can achieve the expected disinfection effect.

[0049] The location of the disinfection component can be selected as either the base 100 or the receiving portion 200, depending on the specific circumstances. In some embodiments, the disinfection component is disposed in the receiving portion 200. As an example, the disinfection component is disposed on top of the receiving portion 200, enabling uniform sterilization of the utensils within the receiving portion 200. In some embodiments, disposing of the disinfection component in the base 100 can effectively reduce the occurrence of the disinfection component being rinsed with water, thereby improving the reliability of the disinfection component's operation.

[0050] The motion adjustment device is connected to the receiving part 200, and the motion adjustment device is used to adjust the relative position of the receiving part 200 and the base 100.

[0051] The motion adjustment device can be electrically driven to raise, lower, or rotate the receiving section 200. As an example, when a user needs to place or retrieve utensils, they can issue a corresponding command through the instruction receiving device on the sterilizer (e.g., buttons, touchscreen, voice receiving module) to adjust the receiving section 200 to a suitable height and angle. For instance, when placing a large cutting board, the receiving section 200 can be lowered for easy placement; when retrieving a knife, the receiving section 200 can be rotated to a convenient position.

[0052] The aforementioned sterilizer includes a base 100, a receiving section 200, a sterilization component, and a motion adjustment device. The receiving section 200 is mounted on the base 100 and is used to receive utensils. The sterilization component is disposed on the base 100 or the receiving section 200 and is used to sterilize the utensils contained in the receiving section 200. The motion adjustment device is connected to the receiving section 200 and is used to adjust the relative position of the receiving section 200 and the base 100. Therefore, when a user needs to place or retrieve utensils, the motion adjustment device can adjust the position of the receiving section 200, for example, lowering the receiving section 200 to a suitable operating height or rotating it to a suitable operating angle, thereby facilitating user access and significantly improving the ease of use of the sterilizer.

[0053] In some embodiments, the receiving portion 200 includes a first receiving portion 210, a second receiving portion 220, and a connecting component.

[0054] The first receiving portion 210 is disposed on the base 100; the second receiving portion 220 is disposed on the side of the first receiving portion 210 away from the base 100, and the second receiving portion 220 is movably connected to the first receiving portion 210 via a connecting component.

[0055] The motion adjustment device is electrically connected to the connecting assembly, which is used to control the movement of the connecting assembly upon receiving a compression control signal, so as to drive the second receiving part 220 to move toward the base 100.

[0056] The connecting assembly is fixedly connected to the first receiving portion 210 and the second receiving portion 220. When the connecting assembly is not moving, the first receiving portion 210 and the second receiving portion 220 form a stable receiving cavity. During the movement of the connecting assembly, the connecting assembly drives the second receiving portion 220 to move.

[0057] Specifically, upon receiving a compression control signal, the motion adjustment device controls the movement of the connecting assembly to move the second receiving portion 220 towards the base 100, thereby reducing the distance between the second receiving portion 220 and the first receiving portion 210. Please refer to... Figure 2After the second receiving part 220 moves towards the base 100, the sterilizer is in a compressed state, which means that the height of the sterilizer is reduced, making it easier and more convenient for users to pick up or place the cutting board.

[0058] The compression control signal can be sent by the user through a command receiving device electrically connected to the motion adjustment device. For example, the user can send it via a trigger button, a touchscreen, or even through a voice receiving module.

[0059] It is understandable that after the user completes the action of picking up or placing the cutting board, the motion adjustment device will also control the movement of the connecting component to drive the second receiving part 220 to reset in a direction away from the base 100.

[0060] The triggering method for the motion adjustment device to control the movement of the connecting assembly to reset the second receiving portion 220 is not unique. In some embodiments, upon receiving a height reset signal, the motion adjustment device controls the movement of the connecting assembly to move the second receiving portion 220 away from the base 100, thereby restoring the second receiving portion 220 to its initial position.

[0061] The height reset signal can be issued by the user through a command receiving device, or it can be generated and emitted by other components. As an example, the second receiving portion 220 or the first receiving portion 210 may have a detection component connected to a motion adjustment device. When the detection component detects that an appliance such as a cutting board is placed in a designated position, it outputs a height reset signal to the motion adjustment device. The detection component may include at least one sensor, and the type and number of sensors can be set by those skilled in the art according to actual needs.

[0062] Please refer to Figure 1 After the second receiving portion 220 returns to its initial position, the sterilizer is in a telescopic state. At this time, the reset second receiving portion 220 can form a relatively closed sterilization space with the first receiving portion 210, which is conducive to the uniform distribution of sterilization light or sterilization gas (such as ozone) generated by the sterilization component within the receiving portion 200, improving the sterilization efficiency and quality of cutting boards and knives. Moreover, after sterilization, the closed environment helps to preserve the devices aseptically.

[0063] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 As shown, the sterilizer includes a first switch 510 electrically connected to a motion adjustment device. The first switch 510 is disposed in the connecting assembly, the first receiving portion 210, or the second receiving portion 220; when the first switch 510 is triggered, a compression control signal is output.

[0064] When the user needs to adjust the height of the sterilizer, they can directly trigger the first switch 510, or trigger it by pressing the second receiving part 220. Since the connecting component is a movable component that can generate displacement, the first switch 510 is installed on the connecting component, the first receiving part 210 (specifically, the connection between the first receiving part 210 and the connecting component), or the second receiving part 220 (specifically, the connection between the second receiving part 220 and the connecting component). When the user presses the second receiving part 220, the second receiving part 220 is displaced relative to the first receiving part 210 towards the base 100. At this time, the first switch 510 will be triggered and output a compression control signal.

[0065] In this embodiment, by setting the first switch 510 on the connecting component, the first receiving part 210 or the second receiving part 220, the movement state of the second receiving part 220 can be sensed more accurately, thereby adjusting the height of the sterilizer according to the user's actual usage needs, making the sterilizer more convenient to use.

[0066] The type of the first switch 510 can be selected according to actual needs. For example, the first switch 510 is a micro switch. When the second receiving part 220 moves toward the base 100, it will touch the micro switch, triggering the micro switch and outputting a compression control signal.

[0067] Microswitches can operate normally over a wide range of temperature, humidity, and voltage. In a kitchen environment, temperature and humidity fluctuate significantly, and there may also be contaminants such as oil and moisture. Using microswitches helps them withstand these environmental factors, ensuring normal triggering and signal output during long-term use, thus improving the reliability of the sterilizer.

[0068] In some embodiments, the sterilizer further includes a sealing assembly 600. The sealing assembly 600 is used to abut against the second receiving portion 220 and the first receiving portion 210.

[0069] It is understood that the circumferential dimensions of the second receiving portion 220 are different from those of the first receiving portion 210. The circumferential dimensions of the second receiving portion 220 can be larger or smaller than those of the first receiving portion 210. Based on this dimensional difference design, the second receiving portion 220 can move towards the first receiving portion 210 under the drive of the connecting component, thereby reducing the overall height of the sterilization machine.

[0070] The sealing assembly 600 abuts against the second receiving portion 220 and the first receiving portion 210, and can fill the gap between the second receiving portion 220 and the first receiving portion 210 due to dimensional differences. Exemplarily, the sealing assembly 600 may include a sealing strip disposed along the periphery of the first receiving portion 210, sealingly abutting against the second receiving portion 220 and the first receiving portion 210, thereby effectively filling the gap between the second receiving portion 220 and the first receiving portion 210.

[0071] In this embodiment, by providing a sealing component 600, the second receiving portion 220 can be waterproofed when it moves towards the base 100, or after it has been reset, thus protecting the components and cutting board inside the receiving portion 200. Furthermore, the sealing component 600 can prevent external dust, impurities, and other contaminants from entering the sterilizer through the gap between the second receiving portion 220 and the first receiving portion 210, preventing these contaminants from adhering to the cutting board and ensuring the cleanliness and hygiene of the appliance.

[0072] To improve the reliability of the height adjustment of the receiving cavity, in some embodiments, the motion adjustment device can adjust the movement of the connecting component according to the user's actual needs, thereby controlling the movement of the second receiving portion 220. See also... Figure 3 and Figure 4 After the second receiving section 220 completes its movement, the sterilizer can be in different compression states.

[0073] In other embodiments, the second receiving portion 220 includes a plurality of sub-receiving portions, each sub-receiving portion being connected to a connecting component to connect to the first receiving portion 210 via the connecting component.

[0074] The implementation of connecting each sub-receiving portion to the first receiving portion 210 via a connecting component is not unique. In some embodiments, a connecting component is provided between adjacent sub-receiving portions, thereby forming an interconnected structure among the receiving portions, with the sub-receiving portion closest to the base 100 connected to the first receiving portion 210 via the connecting component. In other embodiments, each sub-receiving portion is connected to the same connecting component, which is also connected to the first receiving portion 210.

[0075] Multiple sub-accommodating parts can be constructed into a hierarchical accommodating cavity. When the user issues a corresponding compression control signal according to actual needs, the motion adjustment device controls the corresponding number of sub-accommodating parts to move towards the base 100 according to the compression control signal, thereby reducing the height of the sterilizer.

[0076] The following explanation uses an optional embodiment as an example. Please refer to... Figure 5The second receiving section 220 includes three sub-receiving sections 2101, each connected to the same connecting component to connect to the first receiving section 210. When the motion adjustment device receives a user's request to lower the height of the sterilizer by the amount of two sub-receiving sections 2101, it can precisely control the movement of the two uppermost (away from the base 100) sub-receiving sections 2101 toward the base 100 via the connecting component, or control the movement of the two lowermost (closest to the base 100) sub-receiving sections 2101 toward the base 100 via the connecting component. After the two uppermost sub-receiving sections 2101 move toward the base 100, they are stacked with the lowermost sub-receiving section 2101. After the two lowermost sub-receiving sections 2101 move toward the base 100, they are stacked with the first receiving section 210.

[0077] Please refer to Figure 6 After the two sub-accommodating parts 2101 have completed their movements, the sterilizer moves in a compressed state, thereby achieving precise adjustment of the sterilizer's height, making the sterilizer with the adjusted height more in line with the user's needs.

[0078] When a user needs to adjust the sterilizer to different heights, they can trigger the first switch 510 a corresponding number of times. For example, if the user needs the sterilizer to be lowered by the amount of two sub-receiving sections 2101, the first switch 510 can be triggered twice. The height adjustment device determines the amount of height change based on the compression control signal obtained from triggering the first switch 510 twice, and controls the connecting components accordingly based on this height change.

[0079] In this embodiment, the motion adjustment device can determine the required reduction in height based on the received compression control signal and precisely control the movement of the corresponding connecting components. This control mechanism offers greater flexibility and adjustability, enabling the sterilizer to achieve a more precise range of height changes within a limited space, thus meeting the user's more precise adjustment needs and improving the ease of use of the sterilizer.

[0080] When the sterilizer is not in use or needs to be stored, thanks to the movable nature of the connecting components, multiple sub-accommodating parts 2101 can retract and stack sequentially toward the first accommodating part 210, significantly reducing the overall height of the sterilizer, reducing space occupation, and facilitating storage and transportation.

[0081] In some embodiments, please refer again Figure 2 The motion adjustment device includes a motor 700 and a telescopic driver, the telescopic driver being electrically connected to the motor 700 and the connecting assembly 230.

[0082] The telescopic actuator can utilize the control chip already integrated into the sterilizer, adding corresponding functions to the existing chip to save on hardware costs. Alternatively, a controller independent of the original sterilizer can be used. This controller controls the motor without affecting the sterilizer's original functions and can work collaboratively with the sterilizer's built-in control chip, operating independently and improving accuracy.

[0083] The type of motor 700 can be combined with the selection of the connecting component 230. In this embodiment, the connecting component 230 includes a winding strip, and the motor can be a drum motor. The drum motor and the winding strip are mechanically connected, and the winding strip unfolds or winds during the operation of the drum motor controlled by the telescopic driver.

[0084] The second receiving portion 220 is movably connected to the first receiving portion 210 via a spiral strip. The spiral strip extends along a first direction, which is perpendicular to the mounting plane of the base 100.

[0085] The mounting plane of the base 100 refers to the plane on one side of the physical interface where the sterilizer is supported, such as a kitchen countertop or floor. In some application scenarios, the mounting plane of the base 100 is a horizontal plane, with the primary direction being vertical.

[0086] The telescopic actuator is used to control the motor to run when a compression control signal is received. During the operation of the motor, the winding strip moves so as to move the second receiving part 220 toward the base.

[0087] As an example, upon receiving a compression control signal, the telescopic actuator controls the operation of a drum motor, which drives the winding strip to move the second receiving portion 220 towards the base 100. Upon receiving a height reset signal, the actuator controls the operation of the drum motor, which drives the winding strip to unwind, thereby moving the second receiving portion 220 away from the base 100.

[0088] It should be noted that the connecting assembly 230 typically includes two symmetrically arranged strips to improve the stability of the connection between the second receiving portion 220 and the first receiving portion 210. In actual implementation, the number and position of the strips can be adjusted according to the actual situation.

[0089] In this embodiment, a roll strip is used for telescopic control. Utilizing the good flexibility and strength of the roll strip, it can maintain stable performance during frequent telescopic movements, ensuring the reliability and durability of the height adjustment of the sterilizer.

[0090] In other embodiments, the connecting assembly 230 may include a connecting rod and a slider. The connecting rod is fixedly connected to the first receiving portion 210, and the slider is fixedly connected to the second receiving portion 220, thereby controlling the slider to drive the second receiving portion 220 to slide smoothly in the vertical direction. For example, after receiving a signal, the motion adjustment device activates its internal motor, which causes the connecting rod to retract, thereby driving the slider to slide closer to the base 100, and thus causing the second receiving portion 220 to move as a whole closer to the base 100. This reduces the distance between the second receiving portion 220 and the first receiving portion 210, allowing the user to more easily and conveniently retrieve the cutting board placed inside the second receiving portion 220.

[0091] In some embodiments, such as Figure 7 As shown, the motion adjustment device is used to drive the receiving part 200 to rotate, so as to adjust the relative position of the receiving part 200 and the base 100.

[0092] Specifically, upon receiving a rotation control signal, the motion adjustment device drives the receiving portion 200 to rotate. This adjusts the relative angle between the receiving portion 200 and the base 100, allowing the user to more easily and conveniently pick up or place the cutting board. The rotation control signal can be issued by the user through a command receiving device.

[0093] Therefore, users can flexibly adjust the angle of the receiving section 200 according to actual usage scenarios and needs, making it better adaptable to different installation environments such as kitchen countertops and walls. Users do not need to move or reinstall the sterilizer; the position of the receiving section 200 can be adjusted simply by rotating it, meeting the user's needs in various usage scenarios and improving the ease of operation of the sterilizer.

[0094] When the motion adjustment device is used to drive the receiving part 200 to rotate, the rotation angle can be a default fixed value or a value set by the user according to specific circumstances, such as 45 degrees, 90 degrees, etc.

[0095] It is understandable that after the user completes the action of picking up or placing the cutting board, the motion adjustment device can also control the receiving section 200 to reset. After resetting, the top view of the sterilizer is as follows. Figure 8 As shown.

[0096] In some embodiments, the motion adjustment device controls the receiving portion 200 to reset upon receiving an angle reset signal. The angle reset signal can be issued by the user via a command receiving device or generated and issued by other components. As an example, the receiving portion 200 is internally equipped with a detection component connected to the motion adjustment device. When the detection component detects that an utensil such as a cutting board is placed in a designated position, it outputs an angle reset signal to the motion adjustment device. Thus, the angle-reset receiving portion 200 and the base 100 form the complete sterilizer, resulting in higher reliability of the sterilizer.

[0097] In some embodiments, the motion adjustment device includes an electrically connected rotary driver and a rotary drive mechanism 800. The rotary drive mechanism 800 is mechanically connected to the receiving portion 200.

[0098] A rotary driver is used to drive the rotary drive mechanism 800 to move upon receiving a rotary control signal, thereby causing the receiving part 200 to rotate.

[0099] The rotary actuator can reuse the telescopic actuator, or it can use a control chip independent of the rotary actuator.

[0100] The structure of the rotary drive mechanism 800 can be configured according to specific circumstances. As an example, the rotary drive mechanism 800 includes a rotating component 810, a rotary motor component 820, and a fixed component 830. The rotating component 810 is fixedly connected to the receiving portion 200 and mechanically connected to the rotary motor component 820. During the rotation of the rotating component 810 by the rotary motor component 820, the rotating component 810 drives the receiving portion 200 to rotate. The fixed component 830 serves as the supporting foundation for the entire rotary drive mechanism 800, firmly mounted on the base 100, providing a stable reference for the rotational motion.

[0101] In this embodiment, the rotation adjustment of the receiving part 200 is realized by the coordinated operation of the rotary driver and the rotary drive mechanism 800, which enables the sterilizer to adapt to more usage scenarios and greatly enhances the convenience and flexibility of the sterilizer.

[0102] The structures of the rotating component 810, the rotating motor component 820, and the fixed component 830 need not be limited. Those skilled in the art can refer to commonly used technologies in the field to make the settings, as long as the corresponding functions mentioned above are implemented.

[0103] In some embodiments, the sterilizer further includes a second switch 520 electrically connected to a rotary driver. The second switch 520 is disposed in the receiving portion 200 or the base 100. When the second switch 520 is triggered, a rotation control signal is output.

[0104] When the user needs to adjust the angle between the receiving part 200 and the base 100, they can directly trigger the second switch 520, or trigger it by touching the receiving part 200. Since the rotating component 810 can move and cause relative displacement between the receiving part 200 and the base 100, the second switch 520 can be located on either the receiving part 200 or the base 100 (specifically, at a position triggered by relative displacement between the receiving part 200 and the base 100). When the user needs to control the rotation of the receiving part 200, they push the receiving part 200, causing it to shift horizontally. This triggers the second switch 520, which then outputs a rotation control signal.

[0105] The type of the second switch 520 can be selected according to actual needs. For example, the second switch 520 is a micro switch.

[0106] In this embodiment, by setting a second switch 520, the movement state of the receiving part 200 can be sensed more accurately, thereby adjusting the angle between the receiving part 200 and the base 100 according to the user's actual usage needs, making the sterilizer more convenient to use.

[0107] In some embodiments, the disinfection component includes an ultraviolet lamp bead 920 and a disinfection controller. The disinfection controller is electrically connected to the ultraviolet lamp bead 920 and is used to control the ultraviolet lamp bead 920 to emit light upon receiving a disinfection control signal.

[0108] The disinfection controller can share the same control chip with the rotary driver and the telescopic driver, or it can be a separate control chip.

[0109] In practical applications, the disinfection controller can precisely control the luminescence duration and intensity of the 920 UV lamp beads, thereby flexibly adjusting according to different disinfection needs to ensure the expected disinfection effect is achieved.

[0110] The 920 UV LED disinfection process does not produce harmful chemical residues, thus it will not corrode the cutting board material or alter its physicochemical properties, ensuring the safety of the cutting board and food contact. Furthermore, the 920 UV LED disinfection process does not generate wastewater, waste gas, or waste residue, making it environmentally friendly.

[0111] In some embodiments, the ultraviolet lamp 920 and the disinfection controller are disposed on the base 100; the receiving part 200 is provided with a glass panel 910; when the receiving part 200 is installed on the base 100, the ultraviolet lamp 920 disinfects the utensils in the receiving part 200 through the glass panel 910.

[0112] In this embodiment, the UV lamp 920 and the disinfection controller are placed on the base 100, which can effectively reduce the occurrence of the UV lamp 920 and the disinfection controller being washed by water, improve the reliability of the UV lamp 920 and the disinfection controller, and thus improve the disinfection reliability of the sterilizer.

[0113] To better understand the above embodiments, an optional embodiment will be explained in detail below. Please refer to... Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 7 , Figure 8 In one embodiment, the sterilizer has rotation and vertical extension functions to solve the problem of inconvenience for users when picking up and placing cutting boards and knives during use.

[0114] The sterilizer's housing 200 and base 100 are connected by a rotary drive mechanism 800, which includes a rotary motor component 820. A rotating component 810 is fixedly connected to the housing 200. When the base 100 remains stationary, the rotary motor component 820 drives the rotating component 810 to rotate, thus allowing the housing 200 to rotate on the base 100.

[0115] When the user needs to activate the rotation function, they can gently push the outer shell of the receiving part 200, at the part where the receiving part 200 connects to the base 100 (e.g., Figure 2 The sterilizer shown has a second switch 520 on at least one side (left or right). When the user gently pushes the lower left position of the outer casing, the micro switch (i.e., the second switch 520) on the base 100 will be triggered and output a rotation control signal.

[0116] At this time, the rotary driver receives a rotation control signal and begins to control the rotary motor component 820 to operate, causing the rotating component 810 to move, which in turn drives the receiving section 200 to rotate. For example, the sterilizer may rotate inwards by 90° to facilitate the user placing appropriate kitchen utensils in the receiving section 200, and vice versa. When the user finishes placing the utensils, a gentle push to the lower left of the receiving section 200 activates the rotary driver to control the rotary motor component 820 to operate, causing the rotating component 810 to move, which in turn drives the receiving section 200 to rotate outwards, returning the receiving section 200 to its initial position.

[0117] The direction of rotation of the receiving section 200, whether it rotates inward or outward, can be referred to the definition of the control button 300. The control button 300 can be used to control the start or stop of the disinfection function of the disinfection component.

[0118] After the housing 200 rotates back to its initial position, the user can use the sterilization function of the sterilizer via the control button 300. The sterilizer base 100 is equipped with ultraviolet lamps 920. When the button 300 is triggered, the disinfection controller receives the corresponding signal and controls the ultraviolet lamps 920 to emit light, achieving the effect of irradiation sterilization.

[0119] The housing 200 has a glass panel 910 on its outer casing, which serves to allow light to pass through and to prevent water from getting in. When the housing 200 rotates back to its initial position, as... Figure 8 As shown, the ultraviolet lamp 920 can irradiate the appliance through the glass panel 910 to perform sterilization.

[0120] The sterilizer is also equipped with an indicator light 400, which is used to indicate the working status of the sterilizer.

[0121] The sterilizer has an up-and-down telescopic function. The housing 200 includes a first housing 210, a second housing 220 and a connecting component 230. The connecting component 230 includes a drum motor and a winding strip. The winding strip is fixedly connected to the first housing 210 and the second housing 220.

[0122] A sealing strip connects the first receiving portion 210 and the second receiving portion 220, serving a waterproof function. The sealing strip can be set on the first receiving portion 210, and the shell material of the second receiving portion 220 has a smooth surface, allowing it to slide with the sealing strip.

[0123] A microswitch (i.e., first switch 510) is provided at the connection position between the sealing strip and the first receiving part 210. When the user needs to activate the telescopic function, he can lightly press the outer shell of the second receiving part 220. The microswitch is triggered and outputs a compression control signal. After receiving the compression control signal, the telescopic driver controls the drum motor to run. During the operation of the drum motor, the winding strip extends downward, thereby causing the second receiving part 220 to extend and retract downward. Figure 2 As shown, this is to facilitate the user's placement of the equipment.

[0124] When the user finishes placing the appliance, they can gently press the outer shell of the second receiving part 220. The micro switch is then triggered again, outputting a corresponding height reset signal. Upon receiving the height reset signal, the telescopic driver controls the drum motor to run. During the operation of the drum motor, the winding strip is unwound upwards, causing the second receiving part 220 to move upwards and return to its initial height.

[0125] After the second housing 220 returns to its initial position, the user can begin using the sterilizer, for example, by controlling the sterilization function to be turned on via button 300.

[0126] The above-mentioned sterilizer has left and right rotation and up and down extension functions, which can solve the problem of inconvenience for users when picking up and placing cutting boards and knives, and significantly improve the ease of use of the sterilizer.

[0127] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "some embodiments," "other embodiments," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the illustrative descriptions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiments or examples.

[0128] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0129] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementation methods of this application, and while the descriptions are specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of this application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this application, and these modifications and improvements all fall within the protection scope of this application. Therefore, the protection scope of this application should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A sterilization machine, characterized in that, include: Base; A receiving portion is provided on the base, the receiving portion being used to receive an appliance; A disinfection component is disposed on the base or the receiving part for disinfecting the apparatus contained in the receiving part; A motion adjustment device is connected to the receiving part, and the motion adjustment device is used to adjust the relative position of the receiving part and the base.

2. The sterilizer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The receiving portion includes a first receiving portion, a second receiving portion, and a connecting assembly; The first receiving portion is disposed on the base; the second receiving portion is disposed on the side of the first receiving portion away from the base, and the second receiving portion is movably connected to the first receiving portion through the connecting component; The motion adjustment device is electrically connected to the connecting component and is used to control the movement of the connecting component upon receiving a compression control signal, so as to drive the second receiving part to move towards the base.

3. The sterilizer according to claim 2, characterized in that, The sterilizer also includes a first switch, which is electrically connected to the motion adjustment device. The first switch is disposed in the connecting component, the first receiving part, or the second receiving part. When the first switch is triggered, the compression control signal is output.

4. The sterilizer according to claim 2, characterized in that, The sterilizer also includes a sealing assembly; the sealing assembly is used to abut against the second receiving portion and the first receiving portion.

5. The sterilizer according to claim 2, characterized in that, The second receiving portion includes a plurality of sub-receiving portions, each of which is connected to the connecting assembly.

6. The sterilizer according to claim 2, characterized in that, The motion adjustment device includes a motor and a telescopic actuator, wherein the telescopic actuator is electrically connected to the motor and the connecting assembly; The connecting assembly includes a roll, and the second receiving portion is movably connected to the first receiving portion via the roll; the roll extends along a first direction, which is perpendicular to the mounting plane of the base; The telescopic driver is used to control the motor to run when the compression control signal is received. During the operation of the motor, the winding strip is driven to move, thereby moving the second receiving part towards the base.

7. The sterilizer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The motion adjustment device is used to drive the receiving part to rotate, so as to adjust the relative position of the receiving part and the base.

8. The sterilizer according to claim 7, characterized in that, The motion adjustment device includes an electrically connected rotary driver and a rotary drive mechanism, the rotary drive mechanism being mechanically connected to the receiving portion; The rotary driver is used to drive the rotary drive mechanism to move when a rotary control signal is received, so as to drive the receiving part to rotate.

9. The sterilizer according to claim 8, characterized in that, The sterilizer also includes a second switch electrically connected to the rotary driver, the second switch being disposed in the receiving part or the base; when the second switch is triggered, the rotation control signal is output.

10. The sterilizer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The disinfection component includes an ultraviolet lamp bead and a disinfection controller. The disinfection controller is electrically connected to the ultraviolet lamp bead and is used to control the ultraviolet lamp bead to emit light when a disinfection control signal is received.

11. The sterilizer according to claim 10, characterized in that, The ultraviolet lamp beads and the disinfection controller are disposed on the base; the receiving part is provided with a glass panel; when the receiving part is installed on the base, the ultraviolet lamp beads disinfect the appliances in the receiving part through the glass panel.

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