KR20130009405A - Device for custodying the vegetables - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE: A vegetable storage apparatus on a dining table is provided to store vegetables for a long term safely and to remove the possibility of germs and pesticides. CONSTITUTION: A vegetable storage apparatus for the dining table comprises a main body(10) in which vegetables are stores in a first storage room; a front cover(14) which opens or blocks the first storage room, a cooling tool(30) which is built in one side of the main body and generates cold air, and a control part(60) which includes a power supply unit and controls the overall operation of the apparatus. The top surface of the main body is formed with a round-cover which covers the first storage room. The rear side of the top surface of the main body is formed with a rear cover(12) in a curve shape. The front cover is hidden to the inner side of the rear cover while the front cover is opened around central axis(15) on both sides of the main body toward the back side.

Description

Table vegetable storage device {Device for custodying the vegetables}

The present invention relates to a vegetable storage device, and in particular, to keep the table vegetables that can be easily ingested while keeping fresh and safe foods, such as vegetables, vegetables, fruits, etc., placed on the table at all times Relates to a device.

In general, vegetables, vegetables, and fruits (hereinafter referred to as 'vegetables') contain a large amount of bioactive substances as well as nutritional values such as water, vitamins, and minerals, and are low in carbohydrates, proteins, fats, and It contains a lot of low-digestive ingredients, which have different nutritional, sensory, palatial, and organizational characteristics.

In recent years, as the dietary culture changes, the intake of meat is rapidly increasing, while the lack of vegetables is threatening health, and the consumption of vegetables is highly recommended for the health management of the human body.

However, if you put the vegetables in a basket or vegetable storage on the table or at room temperature, not only withered in a short time, but also unhygienic, put the vegetables in the vegetable storage in the refrigerator or kimchi refrigerator, etc. to extend the storage period. However, it was inconvenient to remove the vegetables from the vegetable storage container of the refrigerator every time they eat, and to put the vegetables after the meal in the refrigerator again. Because of this, leaving the vegetables on the table will not only quickly wither, but also increase the amount of food waste generated.

It is an object of the present invention to safely store vegetables in the first storage room of the main body and keep the internal temperature of the storage room at a constant temperature at all times to keep the vegetables and side dishes fresh, and to put them on the table at any time during the meal with vegetables It is to provide a table vegetable storage device that can encourage the consumption of.

In addition, the present invention is provided with a storage box in the second storage room under the main body, it is possible to store side dishes, cutlery, etc., and to keep clean, as well as to enjoy a gentleman.

In another aspect, the present invention is to sterilize the first and second storage chambers to be more hygienic, and to maintain the temperature and humidity constant.

According to the present invention, a vegetable storage device, comprising: a main body containing vegetables in a first storage chamber provided on an upper surface thereof; A front cover which opens or closes the storage compartment; Cooling means built in one side of the main body and generating cold air to maintain a constant temperature of the first storage chamber; It proposes a vegetable storage device comprising a power supply for power supply and a control unit for controlling the overall operation of the device.

In addition, according to the present invention, the cover covering the first storage chamber is formed on the upper surface of the main body is round, the rear side of the upper surface of the main body to form a curved rear cover and the front front cover of the rear cover is assembled on the middle of the main body It is characterized in that it is configured to be hidden to the inside of the rear cover while opening to the rear side around the central axis.

In addition, according to the present invention, a drive motor built in one side of the main body; Characterized in that the power transmission means for transmitting the rotational force of the drive motor to the central axis.

In addition, according to the present invention, the second storage chamber is formed in the lower portion of the main body and opened forward; A storage box provided in the second storage room and drawn out forward; The lid is provided on the upper surface of the holder.

In addition, according to the present invention, the first and the second storage room sterilization lamp for sterilizing by irradiation with light; A temperature sensor for sensing the temperature of the first and second storage rooms and transferring the temperature to the control unit; It is provided on the front of the main body and characterized in that it comprises a display for visually displaying the operating state of the temperature and the device according to the signal of the control unit.

In addition, according to the present invention, provided on one side of the main body, the humidifying means for generating water vapor to maintain a constant humidity of the first storage room; Humidity detection sensor for sensing the humidity of the first storage room and transmitting to the control unit is characterized in that it is further provided.

The present invention has the effect that not only can vegetables be safely stored for long periods of time, but can also easily consume fresh vegetables at all times while keeping them close to a table or living surroundings.

In particular, the present invention is simple and easy to manufacture and excellent in productivity, production cost and manufacturing cost, the price of the product is cheap and economical, such as homes, companies, schools and educational facilities, cafeteria, public cafeteria, etc. It will increase the penetration rate, look at the fresh vegetables contained in the vegetable storage device to promote appetite, and encourage the intake of vegetables and contribute to national health.

In addition, the present invention maintains a constant temperature and humidity inside the storage room at all times, as well as sterilization action, there is a very clean and hygienic effect without the risk of bacteria, harmful bacteria, pests.

And the present invention is configured to automatically open and close the cover of the storage room by the operation of a simple switch to provide a user more convenience.

1 is a perspective view showing a table vegetable storage device according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention.
2 is a block diagram of a vegetable storage device according to the present invention.
Figure 3 is a side view showing the vegetable storage device of the present invention in the longitudinal section.
Figure 4 is an operating state of the vegetable storage device according to the invention.
Figure 5 is a plan view showing a vegetable storage device of the present invention in a cross-section.

Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. According to the drawings, according to the present invention, a vegetable storage device for a table, comprising: a main body (10) containing vegetables in a first storage room (13) provided on an upper surface; A front cover 14 which opens or blocks the first storage room 13; Cooling means (30) built in one side of the main body (10) and generating cold air to maintain a constant temperature of the first storage chamber (13); It is characterized in that it comprises a control unit 60 including a power supply 56 for power supply and controls the overall operation of the device.

The above is described in more detail as follows.

First, the vegetable storage device for a table of the present invention is to extend the storage period as well as safely storing food, that is, vegetables containing vegetables, vegetables, fruits, side dishes, etc., the main body 10 containing the vegetables, The cooling means 30, the control part 60, etc. are comprised.

The main body 10 contains vegetables in the first storage chamber 13 provided on the upper surface, is opened or blocked by the front cover 14 of the upper.

The main body 10 is provided with a front cover 14 for opening or blocking the first storage room 13, the front cover 14 is configured so that the cold air is not leaked and the user can easily open and close, transparent material It is preferable that it consists of. At this time, you can visually feel the freshness of the inner vegetables and promote appetite.

Here, the present invention, the cover covering the first storage chamber 13 is formed on the upper surface of the main body 10 is rounded, to form a curved rear cover 12 to the rear of the upper surface of the main body 10 and the rear cover 12 The front front cover 14 of the) is characterized in that it is configured to be hidden to the inside of the rear cover 12 while being opened to the rear side around the central axis 15 of both sides to be assembled in the middle of the main body.

In other words, the cover covering the upper first storage chamber of the main body is formed of a semi-circular round rear cover 12 and the front cover 14 when viewed from the side, and the rear cover 12 is formed in the rear half of the main body Is coupled to. And the front cover 14 is formed in front of the rear cover to cover the first storage chamber and both sides are assembled to the central shaft 15 coupled to the upper middle portion of the main body, the inner surface of the rear cover with the central axis as the rotation center It is flipped back while slidingly contacting.

In addition, the present invention, the second storage chamber (18) formed in the lower portion of the main body 10 and opened forward; A storage box 20 provided in the second storage room 18 and drawn out in front; The lid 22 is provided on the upper surface of the holder 20. That is, the main body 10 is provided with a storage box 20 having a second storage chamber 18 at the bottom and a lid 22 in the second storage chamber. The storage box 20 is withdrawn from the second storage room 18 to the front and can store various side dishes, cutlery, and the like, and is covered with a transparent lid 22 on the upper surface. The second storage chamber 18 guides the entrance or exit of the storage box 20 by forming the guides 19 horizontally on both sides, and reduces the friction of rollers, etc., which are not shown in the drawing but rolling on the storage box or guide. It is preferable that a means is provided. The storage box 20 is kept at a low temperature by the cold air introduced into the second storage room, the side dishes are not damaged and maintain the taste, and partitions are provided at appropriate intervals.

The cooling means 30 is a means for generating cold air in order to maintain a constant internal temperature of the first storage chamber 13 and the second storage chamber 18, a predetermined space provided on the lower rear side of the main body 10. It is embedded in, and the generated cold air is introduced into the first and second storage chambers 13 and 18 through the cold air passage 38. In addition, at least one or a plurality of blower fans 31 are provided on the cold air discharge side or the suction side of the cooling means 30 to smoothly supply and circulate the cold air. The cooling means 30 is generally used to generate cold air, and is made of a conventional compressor, a radiator, a cooler, a heat exchanger, and the like, and is preferably compact and compact.

The control unit 60 controls the overall operation of the apparatus as well as the cooling means 30, and is provided with various switches for manual operation, and stable external power supplied through the power line 36 extending to the rear side. It is configured to include a power supply unit 56 for supply, the power line 36 is provided with a plug to be connected to an external power source.

The present invention, the drip tray 16 is put into the first storage chamber 13 of the main body 10; It is configured to include a net body 17 provided on the inside of the drip tray 16. This is because when the washed vegetables are stored in the first storage room, water flows and collects on the bottom of the storage room, thereby preventing the vegetables from falling off or deteriorating. Thus, the drip tray 16 is provided. In other words, the water on the vegetables flows down through the mesh and is placed in the drip tray so that the vegetables are kept fresh and not directly in contact with the water, and the washed vegetables are placed in the drip tray and are convenient to put into the storage room. Easy to drain water The first storage chamber 13 is provided with a predetermined passage 39 so that cold air and moisture can move smoothly between the drip tray 16 and the main body.

Next, the present invention, the drive motor 50 is built in one side of the main body 10; It is characterized in that the power transmission means 52 for transmitting the rotational force of the drive motor 50 to the central shaft (15). That is, the rotational force by the drive motor is transmitted to the central axis through the power transmission means, while the central axis is rotated in the clockwise direction, the front cover is automatically opened, and the reverse rotation of the rotation shaft to close the front cover forward. It will be possible. The drive motor 50 is manually operated or automatically operated by the opening and closing switch 66, the servo motor (Servomotor) capable of controlling the rotation direction is preferable. In addition, the power transmission means 52 is composed of a belt / pulley, gear type, chain / sprocket, etc., the rotation support 54 is coupled to the central shaft 15 to reduce the rotational friction force with the main body and smoothly Works.

In addition, the present invention, the first and second storage room (13, 18) and sterilization lamp 34 for sterilizing by irradiation with light; A temperature sensor 40 which senses the temperatures of the first and second storage chambers 13 and 18 and transmits them to the control unit 60; It is characterized in that it comprises a display 44 which is provided on the front of the main body 10 and visually displays the operating state of the temperature and the device according to the signal of the control unit 60.

In addition to controlling the overall operation of the device, the controller 60 visually displays the processed information and the operation state of the device through the display 44 on the front of the main body. For example, the internal temperature and humidity of the storage room may be displayed as a digital signal through a display, or a thermometer and a hygrometer may be provided.

The germicidal lamp 34 is intended to maintain clean and hygienic by sterilizing bacteria or harmful bacteria by irradiating ultraviolet rays into the first and second storage chambers 13 and 18, and an ultraviolet lamp is preferable.

The temperature sensor 40 detects the temperature in the first and second storage chambers 13 and 18 and transmits it to the controller, so that the cooling means operates when the internal temperature of the storage chamber falls below the set temperature. Done. At this time, the internal temperature of the storage room is preferably 0 ~ 20 ℃ Celsius, there is a slight temperature difference depending on the type of vegetables, fruits, side dishes, etc., but set the appropriate temperature and keep it constant.

In addition, the present invention, the humidifying means 33 is provided on one side of the main body 10 for generating water vapor in order to maintain a constant humidity of the first storage chamber (13); Humidity detection sensor 42 for sensing the humidity of the first storage room 13 and transmitting to the control unit 60 is characterized in that it is further provided. This keeps the inside of the first and second storage chambers 13 and 18 at a low temperature and maintains a constant humidity, thereby keeping the moisture of the vegetables dry and fresh. At this time, the humidifying means 33 has a heating method, an ultrasonic method, a complex method, which is composed of an ultrasonic humidification method that generates little heat than the heating method of boiling water, and the lid provided on the rear side of the main body It is preferable to configure the removable to be opened and withdrawn, so that the maintenance is easy. Since the ultrasonic humidification method uses electric ultrasonic waves (vibration) to granulate water, it is possible to obtain both health and convenience, safety and convenience, and detailed description thereof will be omitted. The humidity sensor 42 detects the humidity of the first and second storage rooms and transmits the humidity to the control unit so that the humidity is kept constant at 40 to 95%.

The control unit 60 is provided with a power switch 62, a cooling switch 64 for operating the cooling means, and a humidification switch 65 for operating the humidifying means, and a drive motor for operating the front cover ( An on / off switch 66 for activating 50 and a lamp switch 68 of the sterilizing lamp is provided, and a timer 44 for setting an operation time of the device is configured. The controller 60 may be implemented to manually set the operation of the device by using the switches or to automatically control the program through a program input to the storage medium.

10: main body 12: rear cover 13: the first storage room
14: Front cover 15: Center shaft 16: Drip tray
17: Network 18: The second storage room 19: Guide
20: storage box 22: lid 30: cooling means
32: humidification means 34: sterilization lamp 36: power cord
40: temperature sensor 42: humidity sensor 44: display
50: drive motor 52: power transmission means 54: rotary support
60: control unit 62: power switch 64: cooling switch
66: open / close switch 68: lamp switch

Claims (6)

In the table vegetable storage device,
A main body 10 into which vegetables are placed in a first storage chamber 13 provided on an upper surface thereof;
A front cover 14 which opens or blocks the first storage room 13;
Cooling means (30) built in one side of the main body (10) and generating cold air to maintain a constant temperature of the first storage chamber (13);
A vegetable storage device for a table, comprising a power supply unit 56 for power supply and a control unit 60 for controlling the overall operation of the device.
The method of claim 1,
The cover covering the first storage chamber 13 is formed on the upper surface of the main body 10 is rounded,
A curved rear cover 12 is formed to the rear side of the upper surface of the main body 10, and the front front cover 14 of the rear cover 12 is rearwardly centered on both center shafts 15 assembled in the middle of the main body. Table vegetable storage device, characterized in that configured to be hidden inward of the rear cover (12) while opening.
The method of claim 2,
A driving motor 50 embedded in one side of the main body 10;
Table vegetable storage device, characterized in that the power transmission means 52 for transmitting the rotational force of the drive motor 50 to the central axis (15).
The method of claim 1,
A second storage chamber (18) formed under the main body (10) and opened forward;
A storage box 20 provided in the second storage room 18 and drawn out in front;
Table top storage device, characterized in that the lid 22 is provided on the upper surface of the storage box (20).
The method according to any one of claims 1 to 4,
A sterilizing lamp (34) for sterilizing by irradiating light to the first and second storage chambers (13, 18);
A temperature sensor 40 which senses the temperatures of the first and second storage chambers 13 and 18 and transmits them to the control unit 60;
Table vegetable storage device, characterized in that it comprises a display 44 which is provided on the front of the main body 10 and visually displays the operating state of the temperature and the device according to the signal of the control unit (60).
The method of claim 1,
A humidifying means (33) which is provided at one side of the main body (10) and generates steam in order to maintain a constant humidity of the first storage chamber (13);
Table vegetable storage device, characterized in that the humidity sensor 42 for sensing the humidity of the first storage room 13 and transmits to the control unit 60 is further provided.

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