![]() Food homogenizer.
专利摘要:
A food homogenizer (20) includes a base (22) and a homogenizer assembly (24) detachably coupled to the base (22). The homogenizer assembly (24) comprises a homogenizer chamber (50), an introduction chute (58) in fluid communication with the homogenizer chamber (50), an outlet spout (60) separate from the discharge chute introduction (58) and in fluid communication with the homogenizer (50) and a bayonet connection (45) for releasably coupling the homogenizer assembly (24) to the base (22). The homogenizer (50), the feed chute (58), the outlet spout (60) and the bayonet connection (45) are formed together into a one-piece structure. The base (22) comprises a drive motor (30) with a drive shaft and the homogenizer assembly (24) comprises a mill (52) driven by the drive shaft, so that it performs a rotational movement within the homogenization chamber (50). The mill (52) has a conical geometry and defines a conical upper surface. A plurality of blades extend over the conical upper surface and at least one depression is disposed between the plurality of blades. 公开号:CH705754B1 申请号:CH00535/13 申请日:2011-08-08 公开日:2016-07-29 发明作者:Louis Machovina Brian;Johnson Robert;Edward Whitner Douglas;Mchale Eileen;Schmidt Robert;Breeden Winston 申请人:Healthy Foods Llc; IPC主号:
专利说明:
Reference to related requests This application claims the benefit of the US patent application US 13/108 112, which claims the benefit of US provisional applications US 61/378 662 filed August 31, 2010 and US 61/440 939 filed February 9, 2011, the descriptions contained within all these requests are hereby incorporated by reference. Technical area The present invention relates generally to a food homogenizer which, by means of a machine that is easy to use and clean, easily allows people to prepare a healthy dessert from frozen fruit, nuts, chocolates, unfrozen food products and other ingredients. State of the art [0003] Ice creams, sherbets and other similar frozen desserts are highly appreciated by many people, but the opportunity to easily prepare home-made frozen desserts from wholesome ingredients may present a challenge. The present invention relates generally to a food homogenizer, more particularly to a small kitchen appliance for use on the kitchen counter and which is simple to use and easy to clean, in which the user introduces fruit frozen, nuts, chocolates and other ingredients, which homogenize the ingredients by giving them a creamy texture with a consistency similar to that of an ice cream or sorbet before extruding them through an outlet spout directly in the user's bowl and ready for consumption. The present invention is, however, not limited to use with frozen fruits and may also be used with a variety of unfrozen food products. Brief summary of the invention According to the invention, the food homogenizer, as defined by claim 1, is characterized in that at least one vacuum is disposed between a plurality of blades. According to one aspect of the present invention, a food homogenizer comprises a base comprising a drive motor with a drive shaft. A homogenizer assembly is releasably coupled to the base and comprises a homogenizing chamber, a rotational support member disposed within the homogenization chamber, and a mill disposed in the homogenization chamber and driven by the homogenizer. driving motor for rotational movement within the homogenisation chamber. The mill is rotatably supported axially within the homogenization chamber between the drive shaft and the rotational support member. According to another aspect of the present invention, a food homogenizer comprises a base comprising a drive motor with a drive shaft. A homogenizer assembly is releasably coupled to the base and includes a homogenizer chamber and a mill driven by the drive motor for rotational movement within the homogenizer chamber. The mill comprises a bushing mechanically connected to the drive shaft. A tip cap is releasably connected to the homogenizer to retain the mill within the homogenizer. A sealing member is configured to provide a fluid tight seal between the base and the homogenizer assembly. The sealing member includes a first sealing flange adjacent to and surrounding the mill bushing to provide a substantially continuous seal between the bushing and the homogenizer chamber. According to another aspect of the present invention, a food homogenizer comprises a base and a homogenizer assembly removably coupled to the base. The homogenizer assembly comprises a homogenization chamber, an introduction chute in fluid communication with the homogenization chamber, an outlet nozzle separated from the introduction chute and in fluid communication with the homogenization chamber, and a twist-lock connection for releasably coupling the homogenizer assembly to the base. The homogenizing chamber, the introduction chute, the outlet spout and the bayonet connection are formed together into a one-piece structure. According to another aspect of the present invention, a food homogenizer comprises a base comprising a drive motor, a homogenization chamber and a mill disposed in the homogenization chamber and driven by the drive motor for a rotational movement within the homogenization chamber. The mill comprises a conical body extending from a substantially cylindrical base to a top and including a conical upper surface. The mill comprises a plurality of blades radially outwardly from the conical upper surface, each of the plurality of blades being disposed at an angle of about 45 degrees to the cylindrical base. In an exemplary embodiment, the plurality of blades are evenly spaced around the conical upper surface. In another example, the plurality of blades comprises six blades. In another example, the plurality of blades is releasably connected to the mill. In another embodiment, the plurality of blades is serrated. In another embodiment, the depression has a substantially triangular geometry with gradually flaring sides. In another example, the conical upper surface includes a plurality of linear slots extending at least partially between the substantially cylindrical base and the top, and each of the plurality of linear slots being configured to receive one of the plurality of blades. In another embodiment, the mill further comprises a removable cover that defines the top of the mill, and removing the cover away from the mill provides access to an open end of each of the plurality of linear slots. In another example, the plurality of blades is molded into the mill. In another embodiment, the plurality of blades is formed together with the conical upper surface into a one-piece structure. According to another aspect of the present invention, a food homogenizer comprises a base and a homogenizer assembly removably coupled to the base. The homogenizer comprises a homogenizing chamber comprising an inner surface, and an outlet spout providing fluid communication between the homogenizing chamber and an external environment. The outlet spout comprises a non-symmetrical depression formed with the inner surface, extending from a first portion having an inclination, generally gradual with respect to the inner surface of the homogenizing chamber and toward a second portion having a generally steep inclination defining an anterior face disposed at an angle greater than about 60 degrees to the inner surface of the homogenization chamber. In one embodiment, the anterior face is disposed substantially perpendicular to the inner surface of the homogenization chamber. In another example, the non-symmetrical depression provides an outlet having an increasing cross-sectional area whose maximum value is adjacent to the anterior face. In another embodiment, the outlet spout includes a shield member that extends through at least a portion of said port. According to another aspect of the present invention, a food homogenizer comprises a base and a homogenizer assembly releasably coupled to the base, comprising a homogenization chamber and an introduction chute in fluid communication with the chamber of the invention. homogenization. A pusher is configured to be received by the introduction chute and has a curved rear face cooperating with the homogenizer to provide a substantially continuous interior surface for the homogenizer. In one embodiment, the pusher further comprises an enlarged handle located at the distal end of the curved posterior face and which acts as a bumper device configured to limit insertion of the pusher into the introduction chute at a depth insertion device where the curved posterior surface cooperates with the homogenization chamber to provide a substantially continuous interior surface for the homogenization chamber. In another example, the introduction chute comprises an open end with a non-symmetrical geometry and the enlarged handle has a non-symmetrical geometry which corresponds to the non-symmetrical geometry of the open end of the introduction chute. In another example, the enlarged handle is configured to match the open end of the introduction chute to form the bumper. In another embodiment, the introduction chute defines an inner cross-sectional area and the pusher has an elongated body with a cross-sectional area that extends substantially through the internal cross-sectional area of the chute. 'introduction. In another example, the inner surface of the homogenization chamber forms an essentially conical geometry, and the posterior face has a non-symmetrical geometry corresponding to the conical inner surface for the homogenization chamber. According to another aspect of the present invention, a food homogenizer comprises a base comprising a drive motor and a homogenizer assembly detachably coupled to the base. The homogenizer assembly comprises a homogenizing chamber with an inner surface and a mill disposed in the homogenization chamber and driven by the drive motor for rotational movement within the homogenization chamber. The mill comprises a plurality of blades radially outwardly disposed from an upper surface of the mill, with at least one blade including a last blade edge. A maximum space between said last blade edge and the inner surface of the homogenization chamber is about 3 millimeters. In one embodiment, the plurality of blades each comprise a respective last blade edge and a maximum space between any of said blade edge cutting edges and the inner surface of the homogenizing chamber is about 3 millimeters. In another example, the homogenizer assembly further comprises an outlet spout providing fluid communication between the homogenization chamber and an external environment. The outlet spout comprises a non-symmetrical depression which cooperates with the inner surface and a space between said last blade edge and the non-symmetrical depression of the outlet spout is greater than 3 millimeters. In another example, the drive motor drives the mill in rotation at a rotational speed in the range of 300 to 400 revolutions per minute. It is understood that both the foregoing general description and the following detailed description show examples and embodiments given by way of example of the invention and are intended to provide an overview or a basis allowing the understanding of the nature and character of the invention as claimed. The appended figures are included to allow a better understanding of the invention and are incorporated in and form an integral part of this specification. The figures illustrate various embodiments of the invention given by way of example and which together with the description serve to explain the principles and methods of the invention. Brief description of the drawings The aspects mentioned above and other aspects of the present invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art to which the present invention relates by reading the following description with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:<tb> Fig. 1 <SEP> is a perspective view of a food homogenizer as an example;<tb> fig. 2 <SEP> is a front view of the food homogenizer of FIG. 1;<tb> fig. 3 <SEP> is a sectional view taken along the line 3-3 of FIG. 2;<tb> fig. 4 <SEP> is an exploded view of the food homogenizer of FIG. 1;<tb> fig. <SEP> is a side view of a homogenizer assembly as an example;<tb> fig. 6 <SEP> is a top view of a homogenization chamber by way of example;<tb> fig. 7 <SEP> is a perspective bottom view of the homogenization chamber of FIG. 6;<tb> fig. 8 <SEP> is an exploded partial view of a mill by way of example;<tb> fig. 9 <SEP> is a perspective bottom view of the mill of FIG. 8;<tb> fig. <SEP> shows a detailed view of FIG. 1;<tb> fig. 11 <SEP> shows a detailed view 11 of FIG. 1;<tb> fig. 12 <SEP> is a sectional view taken along the line 12-12 of FIG. 5; and<tb> fig. 13 <SEP> is a detailed view 13 of FIG. 3, rotated for clarity. Detailed description of the invention Exemplary embodiments that incorporate one or more aspects of the present invention are described and illustrated in the figures. These illustrated examples are not intended to limit the present invention. For example, one or more aspects of the present invention may be used in other embodiments and even in other types of devices. In addition, some terminology is used in this text for convenience only and should not be construed as a limitation of the present invention. Moreover, in the figures, the same reference numbers are used to designate the same elements. As regards the example shown in FIG. 1, a food homogenizer capable of grinding food is illustrated. The food homogenizer is capable of mixing different types of food products, including frozen fruits, nuts, chocolates and other ingredients. The homogenized food product may have a soft mash texture with a consistency similar to ice cream, sherbet etc. It is understood that even if the term "homogenize" refers to a uniform mixture of elements, as used in the present application, the term "homogenize" is however intended to refer generally to a mixture somewhat uniform elements and may also include a non-uniform mixture of elements depending on the particular food products used and the degree to which they are crushed / shredded by the food homogenizer 20. The food homogenizer 20 comprises a base 22 and a homogenizer assembly 24. The base 22 and the homogenizer assembly 24 can be attached to each other respectively detached from each other. A receiving container, for example a bowl 26, is illustrated in a position for receiving the homogenized food product from the homogenizer assembly 24. As illustrated in FIGS. 1 - 3, the food homogenizer 20 comprises a base 22 to be supported on a bearing surface 28, such as a table surface, a kitchen counter or the like. As shown in fig. 3, the base 22 comprises a drive motor 30 with a drive shaft 32. The drive motor 30 is integrally supported within the base 22 by one or more motor support members 34, 36. Different types of motor support members 34, 36 may be used, such as an engine sleeve with vertically oriented vanes, and perpendicular to the drive motor 30. The drive shaft 32 may directly or indirectly impart a rotational movement to feed the operation of the food homogenizer 20. For example, as shown in FIG. 3, the drive shaft 32 is fed through a gearbox 38 which feeds a driven shaft 40. The gearbox 38 may be a geared motor device which increases the torque provided by the motor. drive 30 while also reducing the rotational speed of movement. In one example, the gearbox 38 may have a reduction coefficient of the order of 40-50: 1 or even of the order of 45-47: 1. For example, the gearbox 38 may be configured to rotate the driven shaft 40 at a rotational speed of about 300-400 rpm, although other speeds may be considered. Different types of gearboxes 38 may be used, including a variable number and different types of gears, including gears, bevel gears, and the like. In the illustrated example, the gearbox 38 is a planetary gear train. The drive motor 30 may have a substantially cylindrical shape and is provided in the base 22 with the drive shaft 32 being disposed at an angle α with respect to the base 22. The angle α may be measured in various ways, such as for example with respect to the plane of the bearing surface 28 on which the base 22 rests. In the illustrated example, the drive shaft 32 is disposed at an angle of 45 ° with respect to the base 22 and the plane of the bearing surface 28. As shown, the driven shaft 40 can be substantially parallel to the drive shaft 32 so that both are arranged similarly to an angle of 45 Relative to the base 22. However, it is conceivable that because of the gearbox 38, the drive shaft 32 of the drive motor 30 may be disposed at any other angle while the shaft driven 40 is disposed at an angle of 45 ° p ar compared to the base 22. The drive shaft 32 and / or the driven shaft 40 are described above as extending at an angle of 45 ° from the center of the engine. It should be understood, however, that the motor and the drive shaft may be oriented at different angles relative to each other and to the base 22. For example, the motor may be oriented horizontally, vertically or at a variable angle between the two, with the drive shaft 32 and / or the driven shaft 40 extending from the top of the motor 30 at an angle of 45 ° through a hole in the center at the bottom of the portion Alternatively, the motor 30 may be oriented at an angle of 45 °, with the drive shaft 32 extending through the center line of the motor 30 and, thus, the drive shaft extends at an angle of 45 °. The gearbox 38 and the driven shaft 40 may be arranged correspondingly. As illustrated in FIG. 3, the driven shaft 40 is attached to a motor coupling device 48 which is similarly oriented at a 45 ° angle to the base 22. The motor coupling device 48 may be a truncated tree or the like which is secured to the driven shaft 40 so as to rotate with it. As shown, the motor coupling device 48 extends through a hole in the base 22 and is the only portion of the motor structure that is visible from outside the base 22 (see Fig. 4). The motor coupling device 48 is configured to interface easily with the homogenizer assembly 24 to provide rotational operation. The motor coupling device 48 may have a keyed geometry, for example a hexagonal geometry which provides six drive surfaces, for a simplified interface with the homogenizer assembly 24. Other geometries are envisaged, such as square, rectangular , triangular, polygonal, random, notched or otherwise keyed, fluted, etc. The geometry of the motor coupling device 48 is configured to have sufficient force to transmit the desired torque from the drive motor 30 to the desired rotational speed. The base 22 may further provide other various features. For example, the base 22 may provide control members, for example, an on / off switch 42 (Fig. 1) for selectively energizing the drive motor 30. It is conceivable to provide a speed selector or even a control member for a pulsed operation. The base 22 may also have a coupling arrangement to accommodate the homogenizer assembly 24 removably. In the illustrated example, the base 22 provides a twist lock arrangement 44 for integrally accommodating the homogenizer assembly 24. The homogenizer assembly 24 comprises one or more bayonet connectors 45 (see FIG. 7) to be received by and interface with the bayonet arrangement 44 of the base 22. In one embodiment, the bayonet arrangement 44 may have a plurality of mounting apertures adapted to receive and engage the bayonet connectors 45 to couple the homogenizer assembly 24 to the base 22. As shown, three bayonet connectors 45 are aligned with the mounting apertures of the bayonet arrangement 44 to be inserted therein. In addition, the direction of rotation for integrally fixing the homogenizer assembly 24 in the bayonet arrangement of the base 22 may be the same direction of rotation as the driven shaft 40 so as to reduce the loosening of the homogenizer assembly 24 while the food homogenizer 20 is in operation. One or more of the bayonet connectors 45 may comprise a rigid holding structure, such as a protruding member or the like, which can interface with a corresponding recess in the mounting apertures of the bayonet arrangement 44. Engagement of the protrusion with the corresponding recess can provide a rigid attachment which resists disengagement and / or provides tactile feedback control means of a rigid connector. In addition, the base 22 may comprise a safety switch 46 for interrupting the operation of the drive motor 30 unless the homogenizer assembly 24 is secured integrally to the base 22. The safety switch 46 can cut the power to the drive motor 30 or otherwise stop the operation of the food homogenizer 20. In one embodiment, the safety switch 46 (which may or may not include a visual indicator) may be disposed in or adjacent to the mounting apertures of the bayonet arrangement 44. Thus, the safety switch 46 can be actuated (physically, optically, etc.) by the bayonet connection 45 to thereby allow the operation of the drive motor 30 when a bayonet fitting 45 is received by the bayonet arrangement 44. Conversely, the operation of the drive motor 30 is not permitted unless the bayonet fitting 45 is engaged with the mounting aperture of the bayonet arrangement 44. In addition, the base 22 and / or the drive motor 30 may include fuses to avoid thermal or electrical stress too high. Referring now to FIGS. 4 - 7, the food homogenizer 20 comprises a homogenizer assembly 24 where the grinding and homogenization of various types of food products is accomplished. The homogenizer unit 24 comprises a homogenization chamber 50, a mill 52, a sealing element 54 and a tip cover 56. An introduction chute 58 is arranged in fluid communication with the homogenization chamber 50 and an outlet spout 60, separated from the insertion chute 58, is also in fluid communication with the homogenization chamber 50. A pusher 62 is configured to be at least partially accommodated by the introduction chute 58. As illustrated in fig. 4, the homogenizer assembly 24 is configured to be disassembled for easy cleaning and maintenance. The tip cover 56 is removably connected to the homogenizer chamber 50 to maintain the grinder 52 and the sealing member 54 in the homogenizer chamber 50. In one embodiment, the tip cover 56 is releasably connected to the homogenizer 50 by a threaded connection (each of which may have a male / female thread). As shown, the homogenizer 50 can be releasably attached to the tip cap 56 by inserting the lower edge of the homogenizer 50 into an upper opening of the tip cap 56. Thus, the threads can be aligned and the end cap 56 rotated until the rotation guided by the tightening threads is complete. Alternate or additional securing means may be provided for securing the homogenizer chamber 50 to the tip cap 56. For example, locking mechanisms, bayonet connectors, hook devices, fastening openings, closures mechanical or other may be provided on one or both to allow attachment to one another. Conversely, once the tip cover 56 has been removed from the homogenizer 50, the grinder 52 and the sealing member 54 can be removed. Fixing the tip cover 56 to the homogenization chamber 50 defines an inner cavity 66 of the homogenization chamber 50 (see Fig. 7). The inner cavity 66 is at least partially defined by an inner surface 67. The grinder 52 is disposed within the interior cavity 66 of the homogenization chamber 50 to be rotatable within and adjacent to it at the inner surface 67. The grinder 52 is driven for rotational movement within the interior cavity 66 of the homogenizer chamber 50 by the drive motor 30 through engagement with the device. As a result, the sealing member 54 and the tip cover 56 each comprise a circular hole 64, 65 at their respective centers and through which the motor coupling device 48 penetrates. similarly, the grinder 52 comprises a bushing 71 (see Fig. 9) which is mechanically connected to the drive shaft 32 of the drive motor 30, for example by the biai s of the driven shaft 40 and the motor coupling device 48. The holes 64, 65 and the bushing 71 are arranged coaxially with the motor coupling device 48. The homogenizer assembly 24 may comprise different characteristics. In one embodiment, the homogenizer 50, feed chute 58, outlet spout 60, and bayonet connector 45 may all be formed together into a one-piece structure. For example, the homogenizer 50, feed chute 58, outlet spout 60, and bayonet connector 45 can all be molded together in one piece. Training these parts together into a single element can be beneficial for reducing production costs and also for simplifying the process. However, each or all of these parts can be provided separately and connected together to form a one-piece structure. As illustrated in FIGS. 5-6, the portions of the homogenizer assembly 24 may be arranged in different ways. In one embodiment, the homogenizer 50 may include an outer surface 69, and the insertion chute 58 may be disposed substantially perpendicular to the outer surface 69. Such an arrangement may allow the chute The introduction 58 of extending substantially straight and upwardly from the base 22 (see eg Fig. 3) and / or the insertion chute 58 may be arranged substantially perpendicular to the In another example, the feed chute 58 and the outlet spout 60 may be disposed substantially 180 ° apart, although other angular arrangements may be contemplated. Referring now to FIGS. 8-9, the grinder 52 comprises a substantially conical body extending from a substantially cylindrical base 70 to an apex 72 and defining a conical upper surface 74. It will be understood that even if the term "top" refers to the furthest point from the base, as used in the present application, the term "vertex" is however intended to refer generally to the terminal region of the conical geometry of the mill 52. Thus, although the The apex 72 of the mill 52 as illustrated in fact comprises the farthest point of the cylindrical base 70, it is also intended to include the entire region located around said furthest point. The mill 52 may have a larger diameter cross-section around the cylindrical base 70 and tapers toward a smaller diameter around the apex 72. The conical upper surface 74 is disposed at an angle to the base substantially cylindrical 70, for example at an angle of about 45 °. The mill 52 may be formed of a number of materials suitable for food products such as thermoplastics, aluminum or stainless steel. The mill 52 comprises the sleeve 71 described above to accommodate the motor coupling device 48. The internal geometry of the sleeve 71 corresponds to that of the keyed geometry of the motor coupling device 48. For example, as shown, when the motor coupling device 48 has a male hexagonal geometry, the sleeve 71 has a corresponding hexagonal female geometry. In addition or alternatively, the sleeve 71 may have another geometry, such as rounded indexing in some or all of the walls of the hexagonal geometry, etc. The sleeve 71 can be supported inside the lower face of the mill 52 by a plurality of fins 84 oriented perpendicularly to the sleeve 71. In the example shown, there are six fins 84 spaced a substantially equal distance among them. It is understood that the fins 84 can have any shape, such as flat, square or can include one or more projections etc. The fins 84 may also provide structural support for the remainder of the mill 52. The mill 52 further comprises a plurality of blades 76 arranged radially outwardly from the conical upper surface 74 and extending from an upper portion to a lower portion of the mill 52. Although illustrated as shown in FIG. only extending along a portion of the mill 52, it is understood that the blades can extend completely from around the apex 72 to the essentially cylindrical base 70. In one embodiment, the plurality of blades 76 is disposed substantially parallel to the conical top surface 74, and as such are arranged at a similar angle of 45 ° to the cylindrical base 70. The blades 76 may be oriented perpendicular to the conical top surface 74 of the mill 52. The plurality of blades 76 may be arranged in different ways around the mill 52. For example, the plurality of blades 76 may be spaced substantially evenly around the conical upper surface 74. It is also contemplated that the plurality of blades 76 can be arranged in different groups, patterns, randomly, etc. In addition, a different number of blades 76 can be used. In the illustrated example, the plurality of blades 76 may comprise six blades. All blades can be identical, although any one can also be different. The blades 76 may also have different geometries and / or cutting characteristics. In the illustrated example, the plurality of blades 76 may be serrated to provide a larger cutting or shredding operation. For example, each of the plurality of blades 76 may have a plurality of teeth that form a triangular, peak-and-val, repeating serration, although other types of serrations may be contemplated. In one embodiment, the serration shape may be formed by molding or stamping the desired blade shape from a piece of solid metal or other rigid material. In addition or alternatively, the edges of the desired serration shape described above may be further serrated. For example, some or all of the many tooth edges that form the peak-and-val triangular illustrated serration may themselves be more serrated to provide a larger cutting or shredding operation. In addition or alternatively, the teeth of the plurality of blades 76 may have different tooth configurations, such as straight teeth, beveled teeth, alternately chamfered teeth, etc. In addition or alternatively, different parts of the blades 76 may have different characteristics, geometries, etc. to perform different operations. The plurality of blades 76 can be manufactured in different ways. In one embodiment, the grinder 52 may be formed of thermoplastic material. Some or all of the plurality of blades 76 may be molded in conjunction with the mill 52. For example, the plurality of blades may be formed in conjunction with the conical upper surface 74 in the form of a one-piece structure. Serrations or other design elements can likewise be molded. Alternatively, as shown, the grinder 52 may be formed from a thermoplastic material, but the plurality of blades 76 may be made of metal or other rigid material. Each of the plurality of blades 76 can be manufactured individually (ie by stamping, molding, etc.) and assembled together with the thermoplastic mill 52. As will be appreciated, the plurality of blades 76 can be detachably connected. or not detachable with the crusher 52. For example, as illustrated in FIG. 8, the conical upper surface 74 of the mill 52 may comprise a plurality of linear slots 80 extending at least partially between the substantially cylindrical base 70 and the apex 72. Each of the linear slots 80 is configured to receive one of the plurality of In addition, the mill comprises a removable cover 78 which defines the top 72. The removable cover 78 can be held by various mechanical fasteners 79, such as for example screws, clips, wires, etc. The removable cover 79 may also include anti-rotation guiding pins 81 or the like which are held by corresponding holes 83 or the like at the top of the mill 52 to prevent the removable cover 78 from rotating or moving relative to the rest of the mill. Grinder 52. Removing the cover 78 away from the mill 52 provides access to an open end 82 of each of the plurality of linear slots 80. Thus, each of the blades 76 can be slidably accommodated by one of the linear slots 80 through its open end 82 and to a closed end 85. The blades 76 can be accommodated removably or non-releasably in the linear slots 80. For example, the blades 76 can be accommodated removably by the linear slots 80 to be withdrawn at a later stage for repair or replacement. Alternatively, the blades 76 can be accommodated non-releasably in the linear slots 80 by means of mechanical fasteners, adhesives, welding, etc. Once all the blades are inserted into the linear slots 80, the removable cover 78 may be attached to the mill 52 to prevent the blades 76 from being removed. It is further conceivable that some of the blades may be molded together with the mill 52, while other blades are subsequently attached to the mill 52. The mill 52 may comprise other various characteristics. For example, the grinder 52 may be provided with a structure to facilitate the shredding and homogenization operation performed on the food ingredients to form the creamy texture of a consistency similar to that of an ice cream or sorbet . In one embodiment, the conical upper surface 75 of the mill 52 may include a structure to facilitate the flow of crushed / homogenized food around and across the plurality of blades 76. As illustrated in FIG. 8, the conical upper surface 74 may comprise at least one depression 86 provided between an adjacent pair of the plurality of blades 76. A different number of depressions 86 may be provided. As shown, a total of six depressions 86 may be provided between adjacent pairs of the six blades 76. The depressions 86 may each have identical, similar or different geometries. In one example, each depression 86 may have a substantially triangular geometry that follows the substantially conical geometry of the mill 52. In addition, the depressions 86 may have gradually flaring sides 88 to facilitate the flow of ground / homogenized food into the mill. and out of the depressions 86 and through an adjacent blade 76. The interaction of the depressions 86 and the inner surface 67 of the homogenizer 50 may even create a pumping-like operation to facilitate movement and / or homogenization of the food. However, the sides of depressions 86 may have varied geometries, such as steep steep walls or excessively steep slopes. In addition, as illustrated in FIG. 8, at least a portion of the depressions 86 may be formed by the removable cover 78. The interface between the homogenization chamber 50 and the mill 42 is controlled in order to be able to grind / homogenize the food ingredients as desired to the creamy texture of a consistency similar to that of an ice or cream. a sorbet. As described above, the inner cavity 66 of the homogenization chamber 50 is at least partially delimited by the inner surface 67 and the mill 52 is driven by the drive motor 30 to rotate within the and adjacent the inner surface 67 (see Fig. 3). Referring now to FIG. 10, which shows a detailed view of FIG. 3, a spacing distance D between the plurality of blades 76 of the mill 52 and the inner surface 67 of the homogenizing chamber 50 is controlled. In one embodiment, at least one blade 76 includes a last blade edge 77. For example, the last blade edge 77 may be the portion of each blade 76 that extends furthest outwardly. Here, the distance D is measured as the distance between the last blade edge 77 and the inner surface 67 of the homogenizing chamber 50. In one embodiment, a maximum distance D between the last blade edge 77 and the The inner surface 67 of the homogenization chamber 50 is of the order of about 2 millimeters to about 4 millimeters. In other examples, the maximum spacing D is about 3 mm, 2.5 mm or even 2 mm, although other lower or higher distances may be considered. In addition, each of the plurality of blades 76 may comprise a last blade edge 77, each of which defining a respective spacing with the inner surface 67. In one embodiment, a maximum spacing D between any of said terminal cutting edges blade 77 and the inner surface of the homogenization chamber 50 is about 3 millimeters. In addition or alternatively, the rotation of the mill 52 within the homogenization chamber 50 is controlled in such a way that the mill 52 is rotatably supported. For example, the rotational support member of the mill 52 during its rotation can facilitate the maintenance of the maximum spacing D described above and / or avoid vibration, binding, wear, etc. undesirable. Referring now to FIG. 11, which shows a detailed view 11 of FIG. 3, a rotational support member 90 is disposed within a homogenizing chamber 50 such that the mill 52 is rotatably supported axially within the homogenizer chamber 50 between the drive shaft 32 and the rotational support 90. Thus, at one end, the mill 52 can be rotatably supported through an interface between the bushing 71 and the motor coupling device 48. The motor coupling device 48 can be supported axially by a bearing 49 or the like of the driven shaft 40. At the other end, the top 72 of the mill 52 is rotatably supported by the rotational support member 90. Different types of rotating support members 90 may be provided. In one embodiment, the rotational support member 90 may include a concave bushing and the mill 52 may include a convex structure configured to be rotatably supported by the bushing (or vice versa). As illustrated in FIGS. 8 and 11, the top 72 of the mill 52 may comprise a ball-shaped convex support member 92 configured to interface with the concave rotational support member 90. Thus, the support member 92 in the form of a ball is The ball may rotate within the concave rotational support member 90 during the rotation of the grinder 52. Of course, the illustration of FIG. 11 is designed for clarity and that the interface of the rotating support member 90 and the ball-shaped support member 92 are intended to provide a perfect fit to each other. It is conceivable that the concave bushing of the rotational support member 90 can accommodate a substantial portion of the ball-shaped support member 92 so that the top 72 of the grinder 52 is prohibited, in the sense of being prevented, tilting or substantially modifying its angle so as to maintain the top 72 in axial alignment with the motor coupling device 48 during the rotation of the mill 52. The rotational support member 90 may be provided in a variety of ways within the homogenizer 50. In one embodiment, the rotational support member 90 is formed in conjunction with the inner surface 67. of the homogenization chamber 50. For example, as illustrated in FIGS. 7 and 11, the rotational support member 90 may be molded together with the inner surface 67. In other examples, the rotational support member 90 may be provided separate from and connected to the inner surface 67, by example by means of mechanical fasteners, adhesives, welding, etc. In still other embodiments, the rotational support member 90 may comprise at least one ring or one bearing. For example, the ring or bearing could be connected to the inner surface 67 and the top 72 of the grinder 52 can removably interface with and be rotatably supported by the ring or bearing. As described in the present application, the driven shaft 40 and the motor coupling device 48 are arranged at an angle of 45 ° with respect to the base 22 and the sleeve 71 of the mill 52 is maintained on the device of FIG. Similarly, the conical upper surface 74 of the mill 52 is disposed at an angle of about 45 ° to the substantially cylindrical base 70. Thus, as illustrated in FIGS. 3 and 10, the combined angles of the motor coupling device 48 and the tapered upper surface 74 can orient the plurality of blades 76 to pass substantially parallel to the inner surface 67 of the homogenizer chamber 50 when the mill 52 is rotating. In addition, because of the orientation of the feed chute 58 which is substantially perpendicular to the inner and / or outer surfaces 67, 69 relative to the mill 52, the food moving along the feed chute 58 and in the homogenizer 50 will engage the plurality of blades 76 of the mill at an angle of substantially 90 °, i.e., with a perpendicular orientation. The food will then continue to be crushed / homogenized within the homogenizer 50 by the plurality of blades 76 while the mill 52 is rotating until finally discharged through the outlet spout 60. It is of course, however, that the axis of the mill 52 can be oriented at different angles, depending on the embodiment. For example, the axis of the mill 52 may be oriented at an angle greater or less than 45 ° and the food to contact the blades 76 at other angles. Once food sufficiently milled and / or homogenized, it is discharged from the homogenization chamber 50 through the outlet nozzle 60 and in a bowl 26, a cup, a pot, etc. waiting. Thus, the outlet nozzle 60 allows fluid communication between the inner cavity 66 of the homogenization chamber 50 and an external environment. The outlet spout 60 is substantially vertically oriented and located above the bowl 26 to allow the effects of centrifugal and gravitational force to help evacuate the food into the bowl 26. Referring now to FIG. 12, which is a sectional view taken along the line 12-12 of FIG. 5, the outlet spout 60 includes various features to facilitate the evacuation of food. For example, the outlet spout 60 includes a non-symmetrical depression 100 formed with the inner surface 67 of the homogenizer 50 which provides an outlet port 101 (see Figs 3 and 7). The depression extends from a first portion having a generally gradual inclination 102 relative to the inner surface 67 of the homogenization chamber 50 and to a second portion having a generally steep inclination 104 defining an anterior face 106 disposed at a higher angle about 60 degrees from the inner surface 67 of the homogenizer 50. In one embodiment, the anterior face 106 is disposed substantially perpendicular (i.e. 90 °) relative to to the inner surface 67 of the homogenizer 50, although different angles can be envisaged. As illustrated in FIG. 12, it will be appreciated that the grinder 52 rotates in the direction of the arrow R (i.e. counterclockwise as shown). Thus, when the mill 52 rotates within the homogenization chamber 50 to grind / homogenize the food, the homogenized food product contained within the homogenization chamber 50 therefore moves in the direction or arrow R. As the food product approaches the outlet spout 60, it will gradually enter the region of the outlet spout 60 along the substantially gradual inclination 102 of the first portion. When additional food product enters and continues to fill the depression 100 of the outlet spout 60, a portion of the food product will encounter the substantially steep inclination 104 and will strike the anterior face 106. Due to the essentially steep inclination 104 of the second portion as well as the relatively short distance D between the blades 76 and the inner surface 67, relatively little of the food product will re-enter the homogenizer 50. Rather, the food will impinge on the anterior face 106, forcing the food to be evacuated through the outlet port 101. To further facilitate the evacuation of the crushed / homogenized food product, the non-symmetrical depression provides an outlet port 101 with an increasing cross-sectional area whose maximum value is adjacent to the anterior face 106. For example, as illustrated in figs. 7 and 12, the cross-sectional area of the outlet port 101 gradually increases from the first portion around the gradual inclination 102 to the second portion around the steep incline 104 to allow an increasing amount of crushed food product / homogenized to accumulate against the anterior surface 106. In addition, insofar as the non-symmetrical depression may be adjacent to and / or formed together with the inner surface 67, it will be appreciated that the distance D as measured between the last blade edge 77 and the depression may be greater than the above 3 millimeters. Finally, the outlet spout may further comprise a guard member 108 which extends through at least a portion of said outlet port 101. As illustrated in FIG. 7, the protective element 108 may be a thin partition wall which extends through the length of the outlet port 101 and possibly a distance to the outlet spout 60, although different geometries may be envisaged. The protective element 108 is configured to prevent, in the sense of preventing, foreign bodies from entering the homogenization chamber 50. Referring now to FIG. 13, which shows a detailed view 13 of FIG. 3, the food homogenizer 20 further comprises the sealing member 54 which is configured to provide a fluid-tight seal between the base 22 and the homogenizer assembly 24. More particularly, the sealing member 54 is configured to retain the crushed / homogenized food within the homogenizer 50 against the internal pressures developed during the process, while allowing food to be evacuated through the outlet spout 60. As illustrated in FIGS. 4 and 13, the sealing member 54 is disposed between the grinder 52 and the tip cover 56. In addition, the sealing member 54 is made of a flexible and impervious material to food products such as rubber , silicone, etc. It will be appreciated that the sealing member 54 has an extremely complex shape. Although sealing member 54 is described herein as a single, one-piece seal that provides multiple sealing points, multiple seals could also be used. In addition, even though the sealing member 54 may have a uniform geometry when rotated around its central axis, it may also have a non-uniform geometry. The sealing element 54 comprises a first sealing flange 110 contiguous to and surrounding the bushing 71 of the mill 52 to provide a substantially continuous seal between the bushing 71 and the homogenizing chamber 50. As illustrated in FIG. fig. 4, the first flange 110 surrounds the annular hole 64 which extends through the sealing member 54. The bushing 71 may be at least partially inserted through the annular hole such that the first sealing flange 110 acts as a lip ring against the sleeve 71. Thus, the geometry of the hole 64 corresponds to the external geometry of the sleeve 71 of the mill 52. In order to ensure a close seal to the lip ring, the cross-sectional area ( that is, the diameter, as shown) of the hole is slightly smaller than the peripheral outer cross-sectional area (i.e. the diameter, as shown) of the sleeve 71. However, during the In operation, the grinder 52 rotates relative to the stationary sealing member 54 and the lip ring provided by the first sealing flange 110 is sufficiently resilient to be able to absorb this movement. In addition, the first sealing flange 110 may include a raised flange 112 extending along its entire periphery. The raised flange 112 may surround the entire periphery of the annular hole, such that the raised flange 112 is contiguous with the bushing 71 of the grinder 52 when the bushing 71 is at least partially inserted through the annular hole 64 to provide a seal fluid-tight with reduced friction. Thus, when the mill 52 rotates during operation, the outer periphery of the bushing 71 will rotate against the raised rim 112 to provide at least one fluid tight seal between the base 22 and the homogenizer assembly 24. In addition, the sealing member 54 may comprise a geometry that cooperates with the tip cover 56 or even other portions of the homogenizer assembly 24 to facilitate the placement of the sealing member 54. In one embodiment, the sealing member 54 may comprise an annular ring seal 114 projecting upwardly from an inner surface which is inserted into a corresponding annular recess 116 of the tip cover 56. The seal annular ring 114 can be accommodated in and engage sealingly with the annular recess 116 with an almost perfect fit to each other when the tip cover 56 is connected to the homogenizer chamber 50. Thus, the positioning of the annular ring seal 114 in the annular recess 116 can ensure adequate presentation and placement of the first seal flange additionally or alternatively, a raised rim 118 of the tip cap 56 may provide a fulcrum or the like for supporting and / or controlling the elastic deflection of the first sealing flange 110 against the sleeve 71. The annular ring seal 114, the annular recess 116 and the raised rim 118 may further cooperate to provide a labyrinth seal. In addition or alternatively, the sealing member 54 may comprise an inclined zone 117 which closely follows the contour of the inclined wall 119 of the end cap 56. The sealing member 54 can provide additional sealing points. In one embodiment, the sealing member 54 may include a second seal flange 120 providing a substantially continuous seal around an interface between the substantially cylindrical base 70 of the grinder 52 and the tip cap 56. The second sealing flange 120 may extend outwardly cantilevered from the inclined area 117 and may be deflected and / or elastically deformed. As shown in fig. 13, the second sealing flange 120 is configured to contact and form a seal along the entire periphery of a lower edge 122 of the substantially cylindrical base 70. In the illustrated example, the location at which the second sealing flange 120 is connected to the inclined zone 117 is disposed vertically above the location where the lower edge 122 is located when the grinder 52 is disposed in the homogenization chamber 50. Thus, the engagement of the edge bottom 122 with the second sealing flange 120 will cause elastic deflection / deformation of the second sealing flange 120 to provide a continuous seal around the entire periphery of the bottom edge 122. However, during the operation, the grinder 52 rotates relative to the second flange 120 and the seal thus provided is sufficiently resilient to absorb this movement. Thus, when the grinder 52 rotates during the operation, the outer periphery of the lower edge 122 will rotate against the second resiliently deflected / elastically deformed sealing flange 120 to provide at least one further fluid-tight seal between the base 22 and the homogenizer assembly 24. In another embodiment, the sealing member may further include a third sealing flange 130 providing a substantially continuous seal around an interface 132 between the end cap 56 and the chamber. As shown, the third sealing flange 130 may be relatively flat and accommodated in a corresponding base annular recess 134 of the end cap 56 with an almost perfect fit to one another. Thus, when the tip cap 56 is screwed onto the bottom of the homogenizer chamber 50, the third seal flange 130 is sandwiched between an inner surface of the base annular recess 134 of the tip cap. 56 and a lower wall end 136 of the homogenizer chamber 50 to provide at least one further fluid-tight seal between the base 22 and the homogenizer assembly 24. In addition, the end cap 56 may exert a compressive force against the third sealing flange 130 when the end cap 56 is connected to the homogenization chamber 50. For example, the third flange d sealing 130 may be compressed between the annular recess 134 and the lower wall end 136 of the homogenizer 50. Similarly, the assembly of the tip cap on the homogenizer 50 may also exert a compressive force between the second cantilevered flange 120 and the lower edge 122 of the mill 52. The food homogenizer 20 may comprise various other characteristics. To return to figs. 3-4, the pusher 62 is configured to be at least partially accommodated by the feed chute 58. During the operation, the food to be milled / homogenized is inserted into an open end 140 of the feed chute 58 and the body 142 of the pusher 62 is then inserted into the open end 140 to press the food along the feed chute 58 and bring it into contact with the mill 52 rotating through an inlet opening The pusher 62 has a continuous surface, and a relatively blunt posterior face 144 located at one end of the body 142 is used to push the food downwardly. Due to relatively high tolerances within the homogenizer 50, the food exhibits a reluctance to enter the homogenization chamber. As such, it is advantageous to have a relatively close tolerance between pusher 62 and feed chute 58 to prevent food from rising. For example, as shown in FIG. 3, the introduction chute 58 defines an inner cross-sectional area and the pusher 62 comprises an elongated body having a cross-sectional surface that extends substantially through the internal cross-sectional surface of the introduction chute 58. Different cutting geometries in cooperation with each other can be used. In one embodiment, the insertion chute 58 has a substantially circular cross-sectional area with a diameter and the body of the pusher 62 has a substantially circular cross-sectional area which is similar to it with a slightly larger diameter. Similarly, the cross-sectional geometry of the posterior face 144 can extend substantially through the inlet opening 145 of the homogenizer chamber 50. In addition, as mentioned above, the interface between the homogenization chamber 50 and the mill 52 is controlled to obtain as a result the desired consistency of food. For this purpose, it is advantageous to maintain a substantially constant interface through the rear face 144 of the pusher 62 when fully inserted into the insertion chute 58. As described and illustrated at least in FIG. 7, the inner surface 67 of the homogenization chamber 50 has a curved geometry (that is to say substantially corresponding to the conical geometry of the mill 52). The posterior face 144 of the pusher 62 has a similarly curved geometry which cooperates with the inner surface 67 of the homogenization chamber 50 to ensure said substantially constant interface when the pusher 62 is completely inserted into the insertion chute 58. that is, the posterior face 144 of the pusher 62 may have a curved geometry that closes the inlet opening 145 and substantially matches the conical geometry of the inner surface 67. Due to the relatively complex geometry of a conical surface the posterior face 144 may have a non-symmetrical geometry along multiple axes so as to correspond to the conical interior surface 67 of the homogenization chamber 50. However, since the pusher 62 is displaceable relative to the chamber homogenization, it will be appreciated that the distance D as measured between the last blade edge 77 and the Posterior ace 144 may be smaller or larger than the 3 millimeters previously described (i.e. see FIG. 10). In addition or alternatively, the pusher 62 may further comprise an enlarged handle 146 located at the distal end of the curved posterior face 144 and which is configured to unite with the open end 140 of the chute. 58 introduction to offer a bumper. For example, the bumper may limit the insertion of the pusher 62 into the insertion chute 58. The enlarged handle 146 may be configured to be contiguous with an enlarged flange 148 disposed at the upper end of the insertion chute 58. In one embodiment, the enlarged handle 146 can limit the insertion of the pusher 62 to an insertion depth where the curved posterior face 144 cooperates with the homogenization chamber 50 to provide an essentially continuous inner surface 67 for the chamber However, the enlarged handle 146 may limit the pusher 62 to different desired insertion depths. In addition or alternatively, the open end 140 of the insertion chute 58 may have a non-symmetrical geometry and the enlarged handle 146 may also have a non-symmetrical geometry that corresponds to said non-symmetrical geometry of the end of opening 140 of the introduction chute 58. For example, the corresponding non-symmetrical geometries may include curve, ramp, step, etc. geometries. which can be used to properly align the pusher 62 with the insertion chute 58 so that the pusher 62 is arranged at the desired insertion depth. In another example, the corresponding non-symmetrical geometries can be used to correctly align the pusher 62 with the insertion chute 58 so that the posterior face 144 cooperates with the inner surface 67 of the homogenization chamber 50 to ensure said substantially constant interface when the pusher is fully inserted into the introduction chute 58. The food homogenizer 20 may include various other additional features. In one embodiment, to return to FIG. 2, the homogenizer assembly 24 may be provided with an auxiliary feed chute 150 (schematically illustrated) for introducing berries or other objects at the same time as a major food product is introduced into the main feed chute. 58. For example, the main feed chute 58 can be used for bananas while the auxiliary feed chute 150 is used to introduce other fruits, mixtures and / or flavorings (eg simultaneously, sequentially, etc.). In addition or alternatively, the auxiliary introduction chute 150 may be provided with a liquid supply tank 156 to provide essentially non-solid flavors or additives (ie liquids, gels, slurries, etc.) to the chamber. homogenization 50. The auxiliary introduction chute 150 may be similar to the main introduction chute 58, but may be relatively larger or smaller. As shown, the auxiliary feed chute 150 is separated from the main feed chute 58 and can introduce objects into the homogenizer 50 through an inlet opening (not shown). The auxiliary feed chute 150 may be provided with its own auxiliary pusher 152 which may similarly provide an enlarged handle 154 which is configured to fit the open end of the auxiliary feed chute 150 to form a bumper. The auxiliary introduction chute 150 may have a geometry, orientation, etc. similar to those of the main introduction chute 58 with respect to the homogenizer chamber 50 to permit the introduction of objects substantially perpendicular to the blades 76, although arrangements at other various angles may also be possible. The auxiliary introduction chute 150 may also have a rear face (not shown) having a similarly curved geometry which cooperates with the inner surface 67 of the homogenizer chamber 50 to provide said substantially constant interface when the auxiliary pusher 152 is completely inserted in the auxiliary introduction chute 150. The auxiliary introduction chute 150 may also be located at different locations around the homogenizer chamber 50. Although illustrated as a separate element, it is conceivable that the chute of auxiliary introduction 150 may be connected to or formed with the introduction chute 58 for the introduction of objects into the homogenization chamber through the same inlet opening 145. In yet another embodiment of additional characteristic, to return to FIG. 3, the food homogenizer 20 may comprise a lever handle 160 (shown schematically) mechanically connected to the pusher 62 and which increases the force and / or the pressure exerted by the pusher 62 in the introduction chute 58 so that the user does not need to use as much effort to push it. The lever handle 160 may be useful in commercial, high speed and / or high volume environments. Thus, the lever handle 160 may provide increased mechanical advantage over the pusher 62. The lever handle 160 may include a support handle 162 connected to the base 22 at different locations. The lever handle 160 may be detachably connected to the support handle 162 in a variety of ways (eg in rotation, pivoting, sliding, etc.) to provide the desired movement and / or mechanical advantage. The lever handle 160 can be mechanically connected to the pusher 62 (eg around the enlarged handle 146) via a drive element 164. The drive element 164 can be connected directly. at the pusher 62 so that the movement of the lever handle 160 up or down also causes a similar upward or downward movement of the pusher 62. Alternatively, the drive member 164 of the handle hoist 160 can be connected only indirectly to the pusher 62 through a bumper type interface such that only the downward movement of the lever handle 160 causes movement of the pusher 62 (i.e. also say down). In either case, the lever handle 160 can be detachable from the pusher 62 to facilitate cleaning and / or maintenance. In addition or alternatively, the lever handle 160 (or even an auxiliary handle, not shown) could even be adapted to collaborate with the auxiliary introduction chute 150 (eg simultaneously, independently, etc.). In yet another example, the lever handle 160 could be connected to a force generator, such as a powered motor (eg electric, hydraulic, pneumatic, etc.) to drive the pusher 62 upwards and / or down. It is understood that each of the elements described above, or two or more together, can also find a useful application in other types of constructions that differ from the types described above. Although the invention has been illustrated and described in the form of a dessert homogenizer based on frozen fruit, it is not intended to be limited to the details shown to the extent that various structural modifications and changes can be made. brought without leaving the spirit of the present invention in any way. The invention has been described with reference to the examples of embodiments described above. Alterations or alterations will come to others' minds from reading the description and understanding it. Examples of embodiments incorporating one or more aspects of the invention are intended to include any such modifications and alterations to the extent that they fall within the scope of the appended claims.
权利要求:
Claims (6) [1] A food homogenizer (20), comprising:a base (22); anda homogenizer assembly (24) detachably coupled to the base (22), comprising:a homogenization chamber (50);an introduction chute (58) in fluid communication with the homogenizer (50);an outlet spout (60) separate from the introduction chute (58) and in fluid communication with the homogenizer (50); anda bayonet connection (45) for releasably coupling the homogenizer assembly (24) to the base (22),wherein the homogenizing chamber (50), the insertion chute (58), the outlet spout (60) and the bayonet fitting (45) are formed together into a one-piece structure,the base (22) further comprising a drive motor (30) with a drive shaft (32), the homogenizer assembly (24) further comprising a mill (52) driven by the drive shaft ( 32) so that it rotates within the homogenizer (50), the grinder (52) having a conical geometry and defining a conical upper surface (74), a plurality of blades ( 76) extending over the conical upper surface,characterized in that at least one depression (86) is disposed between the plurality of blades. [2] The food homogenizer (20) of claim 1, wherein the mill (52) comprises a bushing (71) mechanically connected to the drive shaft (32), and a sealing member (54) configured to providing a fluid-tight seal between the base (22) and the homogenizer assembly (24), comprising a first sealing flange (110) contiguous with and surrounding the grinder sleeve (71) to provide a seal essentially continuous between the sleeve (71) and the homogenization chamber (50). [3] The food homogenizer (20) of claim 1, wherein the base (22) further comprises a rotational support (90) disposed within the homogenization chamber (50), opposite the drive shaft (32),the rotational support (90) comprising a bushing (71) and the mill (52) comprising a ball-shaped support member (92) configured to be rotatably supported by the bushing (71). [4] The food homogenizer (20) of claim 3, wherein the mill (52) has a conical geometry with an apex (72), and the ball-shaped support member (92) defines said apex. [5] The food homogenizer (20) of claim 1, wherein the homogenizer assembly (24) further comprises a pusher (62) for movement within the feed chute (58) and the feed chamber Homogenization (50) is at least partially delimited by an inner surface which forms a conical geometry, the pusher (62) comprising a back face (144) which has a non-symmetrical geometry corresponding to the conical inner surface. [6] The food homogenizer (20) according to claim 5, wherein the conical mill (52) rotates relative to the inner surface and the back surface (144) of the pusher (62) when the pusher (62) is inserted into the interior of the introduction chute (58).
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