Box assembly and clothing processing equipment

Abstract

The present application provides a box assembly and a clothing processing device, wherein the box assembly includes a first sub-shell segment and a second sub-shell segment that are independent of each other, the second sub-shell segment being arranged above the first sub-shell segment, and the outer surface of the first sub-shell segment and the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment serving as at least a part of the appearance surface of the box assembly. The box assembly of the embodiment of the present application can respectively adopt different processes to produce a plurality of first sub-shell segments with different visual appearances and produce a plurality of second sub-shell segments with different visual appearances. During the assembly process, the first sub-shell segment and the second sub-shell segment can be assembled according to different requirements to form a box assembly with a plurality of appearance combinations, which is convenient for flexible changes in the appearance of the clothing processing device, and can be produced and assembled in a standardized and modular manner, simplifying the manufacturing difficulty of manufacturing clothing processing devices with different appearances in the manufacturing process, and improving manufacturing efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of clothing washing and care, and in particular to a box assembly and clothing processing equipment. Background Art

[0002] Taking a pulsator washing machine as an example, its cabinet is generally divided into different specifications according to different product models, for example, different product models are divided according to load weight, etc. For the same model of pulsator washing machine, the appearance of its cabinet is single and cannot meet users' different demands for appearance such as shape, color, and pattern. Summary of the invention

[0003] In view of this, the embodiments of the present application hope to provide a box assembly and a clothing processing device whose appearance combinations can be flexibly changed during the manufacturing process.

[0004] An embodiment of the present application provides a box assembly for accommodating and carrying a drum portion of a clothing processing device, the box assembly comprising a first sub-shell segment and a second sub-shell segment that are independent of each other, the second sub-shell segment being arranged above the first sub-shell segment, and the outer surface of the first sub-shell segment and the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment serving as at least a part of the appearance surface of the box assembly.

[0005] In some embodiments, the color of the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment is different from the color of the outer surface of the first sub-shell segment; and / or the process of the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment is different from the process of the circumferential surface of the first sub-shell segment; and / or the shape of the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment is different from the shape of the circumferential surface of the first sub-shell segment; and / or the pattern on the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment is different from the pattern on the outer surface of the first sub-shell segment.

[0006] In some embodiments, the second sub-shell segment is in a closed-loop structure extending in a circumferential direction around the barrel portion.

[0007] In some embodiments, along the height direction of the box assembly, the ratio of the height of the second sub-shell segment to the total height of the box assembly is 0.4-0.6.

[0008] In some embodiments, the ratio of the area of ​​the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment to the area of ​​the total appearance surface of the box assembly is 0.4-0.6.

[0009] In some embodiments, the second sub-shell segment serves as a component of the force-bearing body of the box assembly along the height direction, and the second sub-shell segment is provided with a hanging portion connected to a suspension system for suspending the clothing processing device, wherein the suspension system is used to suspend the cylinder portion in the box assembly.

[0010] In some embodiments, the first sub-shell segment serves as a component of the force-bearing body of the box assembly along the height direction, and the second sub-shell segment is supported on the top end of the first sub-shell segment.

[0011] In some embodiments, in a top projection of the housing assembly, a projection outline of the first sub-shell segment is located within a projection outline of the second sub-shell segment.

[0012] In some embodiments, the bottom end of the second sub-shell segment is bent inward to form an insertion groove, the insertion groove extends along the bottom edge of the second sub-shell segment, the bottom side of the insertion groove is open, and the top end of the first sub-shell segment is inserted into the insertion groove.

[0013] In some embodiments, a metal strip for induction heating is molded inside the plug-in slot, and the first sub-shell segment and the second sub-shell segment are welded around the metal strip.

[0014] In some embodiments, the housing assembly is composed only of the first sub-shell segment and the second sub-shell segment.

[0015] In some embodiments, the box assembly includes a third sub-shell segment nested in the second sub-shell segment, the third sub-shell segment is connected to the top of the first sub-shell segment and is integrally formed with the first sub-shell segment, the first sub-shell segment and the third sub-shell segment together serve as the force-bearing body of the box assembly, and the second sub-shell segment is detachably mounted on the outer periphery of the second sub-shell segment.

[0016] In some embodiments, a plurality of ribs are formed on the inner surface of the second sub-shell segment, and each of the ribs abuts against the top end of the third sub-shell segment.

[0017] In some embodiments, the top side of the rib is formed with an inclined edge, the height of the inner end of the inclined edge is lower than the height of the outer end thereof, and the inclined edges of each rib together define a supporting surface for supporting the workbench assembly of the clothing processing device.

[0018] In some embodiments, the second sub-shell segment is provided with at least one first connection hole for inserting a screw, and each first connection hole is located on the rear side wall of the second sub-shell segment; and / or, a connection seat is provided on the inner side of the front side wall of the second sub-shell segment, and the connection seat has a screw hole extending in the up-down direction; and / or,

[0019] A clamping protrusion is formed on the side wall of the second sub-shell segment, and a plug hole is arranged on the top end of the third sub-shell segment, and the clamping protrusion is clamped and matched with the plug hole.

[0020] An embodiment of the present application provides a clothing processing device, comprising a workbench assembly, a barrel assembly, a suspension system, and a box assembly as described in any of the above embodiments, wherein the barrel assembly is arranged in the box assembly, the workbench assembly is arranged on the top side of the box assembly, and the barrel assembly is suspended on the box assembly through the suspension system.

[0021] An embodiment of the present application provides a clothing processing device, comprising a workbench assembly, a barrel assembly, a suspension system, and a box assembly of any of the above embodiments, wherein the barrel assembly is arranged in an installation space defined by the first sub-shell segment and the third sub-shell segment, and the barrel assembly is suspended on the third sub-shell segment through the suspension system; the workbench assembly is supported on the second sub-shell segment and / or the third sub-shell segment.

[0022] In some embodiments, a plurality of ribs are formed on the inner surface of the second sub-shell segment, the bottom end of each rib abuts against the top end of the third sub-shell segment, and the workbench assembly is supported on each rib.

[0023] In some embodiments, the top end of the third sub-shell segment is provided with a first connecting piece extending into the second sub-shell segment and extending along the height direction of the clothing processing device, the workbench assembly has a rear side wall extending along the height direction, the rear side wall of the workbench assembly is clamped between the first connecting piece and the rear side wall of the second sub-shell segment, and the screws pass through the rear side wall of the second sub-shell segment, the rear side wall of the workbench assembly and the first connecting piece in sequence.

[0024] In some embodiments, a connecting seat is formed on the side wall of the second sub-shell segment, and the connecting seat has a screw hole extending along the height direction of the clothing processing device. The workbench assembly is formed with a through hole, and a screw passes through the through hole from top to bottom and is screwed into the screw hole.

[0025] The box assembly of the embodiment of the present application can respectively adopt different processes to produce a plurality of first sub-shell segments with different visual appearances and a plurality of second sub-shell segments with different visual appearances. During the assembly process, the first sub-shell segment and the second sub-shell segment can be combined according to different needs to form a box assembly with a variety of appearance combinations, which is convenient for flexible changes in the appearance of the clothing processing equipment without the need to set up different production lines. In other words, even if box assemblies with a variety of appearance combinations are produced, the production line can be shared, and standardized and modular production and assembly can be carried out, which simplifies the difficulty of manufacturing clothing processing equipment with different appearances in the manufacturing process and improves manufacturing efficiency. In addition, in the box assembly of the embodiment of the present application, the first sub-shell segment and the second sub-shell segment present an upper and lower layered visual effect and have a good sense of hierarchy. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] Figure 1This is a structural schematic diagram of a clothes processing device according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0027] Figure 2 for Figure 1 An exploded schematic diagram of the structure shown, wherein the cover is omitted;

[0028] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the second subshell segment in FIG.

[0029] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A schematic diagram of another view of the structure shown;

[0030] Figure 5 for Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure shown in another perspective;

[0031] Figure 6 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure shown in another perspective, wherein the cover is omitted;

[0032] Figure 7 For along Figure 6 Sectional view in the AA direction;

[0033] Figure 8 for Figure 7 A partial enlarged schematic diagram of point C in the middle;

[0034] Fig. 9 for Figure 7 A partial enlarged schematic diagram of point D in the middle;

[0035] Fig.10 For along Figure 6 Cross-sectional view in the BB direction;

[0036] Fig.11 for Fig.10 A partial enlarged schematic diagram of point E in the middle;

[0037] Fig.12 This is a structural schematic diagram of a clothes processing device according to another embodiment of the present application;

[0038] Fig.13 for Fig.12 An exploded schematic diagram of the structure shown;

[0039] Fig.14 for Fig.13 A schematic diagram of another view of the structure shown;

[0040] Fig.15 for Fig.12 The structure shown is a schematic diagram of the box assembly after perspective processing;

[0041] Fig.16 for Fig.15 A partial enlarged schematic diagram of the H in the middle;

[0042] Fig.17 For along Fig.12 Cross-sectional view along the KK direction.

[0043] Description of Reference Numerals

[0044] Box assembly 1; installation space 1a; first sub-shell segment 11; second sub-shell segment 12; plug-in slot 12a; metal strip 121; first connecting hole 12b; rib 122; inclined edge 122a; connecting seat 123; snap-on protrusion 124; screw hole 123a; third sub-shell segment 13; first connecting piece 131; third connecting hole 131a; second connecting piece 132; plug-in hole 132a; barrel assembly 2; workbench assembly 3; second connecting hole 3a; through hole 3b; clothing access opening 3c; base 4; cover 5; suspension system 6 DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0045] The following is a further detailed description of the implementation of the present application in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are used to illustrate the present application but cannot be used to limit the scope of the present application.

[0046] In the description of the embodiments of the present application, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "back", "top", "bottom", etc. indicate positions or positional relationships based on the positions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of the present application and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as limiting the embodiments of the present application. In addition, the terms "first", "second", and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0047] An embodiment of the present application provides a clothing processing device. Exemplarily, the clothing processing device is a vertical-axis clothing processing device, such as a pulsator washing machine, a dehydrator, and the like.

[0048] See also Figure 1 , Figure 7 , Fig.10 , Fig.13 , Fig.15 as well as Fig.17 The clothes processing device comprises a workbench assembly 3, a barrel assembly 2 and a box assembly 1. The box assembly 1 is used to accommodate the barrel assembly 2. For details, please refer to Figure 7 , Fig.10 , Fig.15 ,as well as Fig.17The box assembly 1 has an installation space 1a, and the barrel assembly 2 is arranged in the installation space 1a, that is, the box assembly 1 is arranged around the barrel assembly 2. The workbench assembly 3 is arranged on the top side of the box assembly 1.

[0049] For example, see Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 7 , Fig.10 , Figures 13 to 15 The clothes processing device comprises a base 4, and the box assembly 1 is covered and supported above the base 4. The clothes processing device is placed on the ground through the base 4.

[0050] The workbench assembly 3 is provided with a clothing access opening 3c, and a clothing processing chamber is provided in the barrel 2. The top side of the clothing processing chamber is open, and the clothing access opening 3c is located above the clothing processing chamber. Users can take and place clothing from above the workbench assembly 3.

[0051] For example, see Figure 1 , Figures 13 to 15 The clothing processing device includes a cover body 5, which can selectively open or close the clothing taking and placing port 3c.

[0052] Exemplarily, the drum unit 2 includes an outer drum and an inner drum rotatably arranged in the outer drum, and the space in the inner drum is a clothes processing chamber. The outer drum can be used to hold water, and the inner drum holds water through the outer drum, that is, the inner drum is a perforated inner drum; the outer drum may not be used to hold water, and the inner drum itself can hold water, that is, the inner drum is a non-perforated inner drum.

[0053] It can be understood that in the vertical axis clothing processing device, the rotation axis of the inner drum is arranged roughly along the vertical direction. Specifically, the angle between the rotation axis of the inner drum and the vertical direction can be 0°, or it can have a certain small angle, for example, an angle less than 15°.

[0054] For example, see Fig.15 and Fig.17 The clothes processing device includes a suspension system 6, and the drum assembly 2 is suspended on the box assembly 1 through the suspension system 6. That is, the box assembly 1 bears the weight of the drum assembly 2, so the box assembly 1 needs to have appropriate structural strength and rigidity. The suspension system 6 has a certain vibration reduction effect, which can reduce the exciting force transmitted from the drum assembly 2 to the box assembly 1, and reduce the amplitude and noise of the box assembly 1.

[0055] The circumferential surface of the box assembly 1 serves as the appearance surface of the clothes treating apparatus and has a great influence on the aesthetic appearance of the clothes treating apparatus.

[0056] For example, see Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 7 , Fig.10 , Figures 12 to 15 ,as well as Fig.17 The box assembly 1 includes a first sub-shell segment 11 and a second sub-shell segment 12 which are independent of each other. The second sub-shell segment 12 is arranged above the first sub-shell segment 11. The outer surface of the first sub-shell segment 11 and the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment 12 serve as at least a part of the appearance surface of the box assembly 1.

[0057] The outer surface refers to the surface on the side away from the barrel 2. That is, the outer surface of the first sub-shell segment 11 and the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment 12 are both exposed to the external field of vision of the laundry processing device, and the user can directly see the first sub-shell segment 11 and the second sub-shell segment 12.

[0058] It should be noted that the mutual independence means that the first sub-shell segment 11 is manufactured and formed separately, and the second sub-shell segment 12 is manufactured and formed separately, and the two are assembled as two independent parts during the assembly process of the box assembly 1. For example, the first sub-shell segment 11 is formed by cold working of a metal plate, or by injection molding; the second sub-shell segment 12 is formed by cold working of another metal plate, or by injection molding.

[0059] The box assembly 1 of the embodiment of the present application can respectively adopt different processes to produce a plurality of first sub-shell segments 11 with different visual appearances and a plurality of second sub-shell segments 12 with different visual appearances. During the assembly process, the first sub-shell segment 11 and the second sub-shell segment 12 can be assembled according to different needs to form a box assembly 1 with a variety of appearance combinations, which is convenient for flexible changes in the appearance of the clothing processing equipment without the need to set up different production lines. That is to say, even if the box assemblies 1 with a variety of appearance combinations are produced, the production line can be shared, and standardized and modular production and assembly can be carried out, which simplifies the difficulty of manufacturing clothing processing equipment with different appearances in the manufacturing process and improves the manufacturing efficiency.

[0060] In the box assembly 1 of the embodiment of the present application, the first sub-shell segment 11 and the second sub-shell segment 12 present a visual effect of upper and lower layers, and have a good sense of hierarchy.

[0061] It should be noted that, for the same clothing processing device, the visual appearance of the first sub-shell segment 11 and the second sub-shell segment 12 may be the same or different, and during the assembly process, they may be flexibly selected according to actual needs.

[0062] For example, the color of the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment 12 is different from the color of the outer surface of the first sub-shell segment 11. The different colors refer to that the color combinations of the two are not completely the same.

[0063] For example, the process of the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment 12 is different from that of the outer surface of the first sub-shell segment 11. The different processes refer to different appearances, such as a frosted surface, a smooth surface, and the like.

[0064] For example, the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment 12 has a different shape from the outer surface of the first sub-shell segment 11. The different shapes refer to different appearance shapes, such as different knurling patterns on the surface, different curvatures of streamlined contours, etc.

[0065] For example, the pattern on the outer surface of the second shell segment 12 is different from the pattern on the outer surface of the first shell segment 11 .

[0066] Color, craftsmanship, shape, pattern, etc. can present a large visual difference in appearance, giving users different visual impacts.

[0067] It should be noted that the outer surface of the first sub-shell segment 11 and the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment 12 can be located on any one side or multiple sides of the box assembly 1. It is understandable that since the appearance of the front side of the box assembly 1 has a greater impact on the appearance of the clothes processing device, the outer surface of the first sub-shell segment 11 and the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment 12 can at least serve as the appearance surface of the front side of the box assembly 1.

[0068] For example, in some embodiments, the outer surface of the first sub-shell segment 11 and the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment 12 can be used as the appearance surface of the front side of the box assembly 1, and can also be used as the appearance surface of the left and right sides of the box assembly 1. For example, in other embodiments, the outer surface of the first sub-shell segment 11 and the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment 12 can be used as the appearance surface of the box assembly 1 in four directions: front, back, left, and right.

[0069] For example, see Figures 2 to 5 , Fig.13 The second sub-shell segment 12 is a closed-loop structure extending along the circumference of the barrel assembly 2. That is to say, the second sub-shell segment 12 surrounds the circumference of the barrel assembly 2 and is a continuous structure connected end to end in the circumferential direction. The circumferential outer surface of the second sub-shell segment 12 serves as the appearance surface of the box assembly 1.

[0070] It should be noted that the second sub-shell segment 12 of the closed-loop structure can be used as a part of the force-bearing body of the box assembly 1; the second sub-shell segment 12 can also only have a decorative function and not be used as a part of the force-bearing body, that is, it does not bear the weight of the barrel assembly 2 and its load.

[0071] The force-bearing body in the embodiment of the present application refers to the structural member that supports the workbench assembly 3, the barrel assembly 2 and their loads, and the structural member needs to have appropriate structural strength and rigidity.

[0072] It should be noted that, in addition to the above-mentioned first sub-shell segment 11 and the second sub-shell segment 12, the box assembly 1 may also include other sub-shell segments. The first sub-shell segment 11, the second sub-shell segment 12 and the other sub-shell segments are arranged along the height direction to constitute the box assembly 1. In this embodiment, the first sub-shell segment 11 and the second sub-shell segment 12 can be arranged adjacent to each other or at intervals. That is, one or more other sub-shell segments are arranged between the first sub-shell segment 11 and the second sub-shell segment 12.

[0073] For example, in some embodiments, the box assembly 1 is only composed of the first sub-shell segment 11 and the second sub-shell segment 12, so that the structural reliability and assembly process of the box assembly 1 can be taken into account. In this embodiment, the outer surface of the first sub-shell segment 11 and the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment 12 constitute the appearance surface of the entire box assembly 1.

[0074] For example, see Fig.10 and Fig.17 , along the height direction of the box assembly 1, the ratio of the height L1 of the second sub-shell segment 12 to the total height L2 of the box assembly 1 is 0.4-0.6, that is, L1 / L2=0.4-0.6, for example, 0.4, 0.5, 0.6. In other words, the second sub-shell segment 12 needs to occupy a moderate size ratio so that the second sub-shell segment 12 has a greater impact on the appearance of the clothing processing device. In the embodiment where the second sub-shell segment 12 can be replaced, after the user replaces the second sub-shell segment 12, the user can have a visual experience that is significantly different from the original clothing processing device, thereby improving the user experience.

[0075] Exemplarily, the ratio of the area of ​​the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment 12 to the total appearance area of ​​the box assembly 1 is 0.4 to 0.6. For example, 0.4, 0.5, 0.6. In other words, the second sub-shell segment 12 needs to occupy a moderate appearance ratio of the box assembly 1 so that the second sub-shell segment 12 has a greater impact on the appearance of the clothing processing device. In the embodiment where the second sub-shell segment 12 can be replaced, after the user replaces the second sub-shell segment 12, the user can have a visual experience that is significantly different from the original clothing processing device, thereby improving the user experience.

[0076] Two exemplary embodiments are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0077] First embodiment

[0078] See also Figures 1 to 11 The second sub-shell segment 12 is a closed loop structure.

[0079] See also Figure 2 , Figure 7 as well as Fig.10The box assembly 1 includes a third sub-shell segment 13 nested in the second sub-shell segment 12. The third sub-shell segment 13 is connected to the top of the first sub-shell segment 11 and is integrally formed with the first sub-shell segment 11. The first sub-shell segment 11 and the third sub-shell segment 13 together serve as the force-bearing body for the box assembly 1. The second sub-shell segment 12 is movably mounted on the outer periphery of the second sub-shell segment 12, and the barrel assembly 2 is suspended on the third sub-shell segment 13 through the suspension system 6.

[0080] The first sub-shell segment 11 and the third sub-shell segment 13 constitute the load-bearing body of the box assembly 1, which can be a box in the prior art. The second sub-shell segment 12 is only used as a decorative shell, not as a load-bearing structural member, and does not bear the weight of the barrel 2. In other words, it is equivalent to arranging a decorative shell on the outer periphery of the existing box. Therefore, the material selection of the second sub-shell segment 12 is more abundant, and plastic thin-walled parts can be selected to facilitate the formation of an appearance with richer colors, patterns, craftsmanship, and shapes.

[0081] In this embodiment, when the second sub-shell segment 12 needs to be replaced, since there is no need to move the suspension system 6, the second sub-shell segment 12 can be more conveniently disassembled and assembled, which is convenient for users to replace by themselves. For example, when the user needs to change the appearance of the clothing processing device, he only needs to buy a second sub-shell segment 12 with a desired appearance, remove the original second sub-shell segment 12, and install a new second sub-shell segment 12, so as to conveniently change the appearance of the clothing processing device and improve the user experience.

[0082] In this embodiment, the workbench assembly 3 is supported on the second sub-shell segment 12 and / or the third sub-shell segment 13. For example, in some embodiments, the workbench assembly 3 is only supported on the second sub-shell segment 12, but not on the third sub-shell segment 13; in other embodiments, the workbench assembly 3 is only supported on the third sub-shell segment 13, but not on the second sub-shell segment 12; in still other embodiments, the workbench assembly 3 is simultaneously supported on the second sub-shell segment 12 and the third sub-shell segment 13, that is, the second sub-shell segment 12 and the third sub-shell segment 13 jointly support the workbench assembly 3.

[0083] For example, see Figure 8 , Fig. 9 , Fig.10 as well as Fig.11 The top of the second sub-shell segment 12 is higher than the top of the third sub-shell segment 13 , and the workbench assembly 3 is supported on the second sub-shell segment 12 .

[0084] For example, see Figure 3 , Figure 4 as well as Figure 5The inner surface of the second sub-shell segment 12 is formed with a plurality of ribs 122, and each rib 122 abuts against the top end of the third sub-shell segment 13. During assembly, the second sub-shell segment 12 is put on the third sub-shell segment 13 from top to bottom until the bottom end of the rib 122 abuts against the top end of the third sub-shell segment 13. In addition, the workbench assembly 3 is supported on each rib 122, that is, the lower end of the rib 122 contacts and supports the third sub-shell segment 13, and the upper end of the rib 122 contacts and supports the workbench assembly 3.

[0085] For example, see Figure 3 , Figure 4 , an inclined edge 122a is formed at the upper end of the rib 122, and the height of the inner end of the inclined edge 122a is lower than the height of the outer end thereof, that is, along the direction from the outside to the inside, the height of the inclined edge 122a gradually decreases. The inclined edges 122a of each rib 122 jointly define a support surface for supporting the workbench assembly 3 of the clothing processing device. It should be noted that the support surface is an abstract surface. During the assembly process, the workbench assembly 3 is placed from top to bottom on the upper end of the second sub-shell segment 12 until the workbench assembly 3 abuts against the support surface and cannot continue to move downward, and the inclined edge 122a can reliably limit and support the workbench assembly 3.

[0086] For example, see Fig. 9 The top end of the third sub-shell segment 13 is provided with a first connecting piece 131 extending into the second sub-shell segment 12 and extending along the height direction of the clothing processing device. The workbench assembly 3 has a rear side wall extending along the height direction. The rear side wall of the workbench assembly 3 is clamped between the first connecting piece 131 and the rear side wall of the second sub-shell segment 12. The screws pass through the rear side wall of the second sub-shell segment 12, the rear side wall of the workbench assembly 3 and the first connecting piece 131 from the outside to the inside in sequence. In this way, the second sub-shell segment 12, the workbench assembly 3 and the third sub-shell segment 13 can be reliably connected together.

[0087] It should be noted that the first connecting piece 131 may be a plastic part integrally formed with the third sub-shell segment 13 , or may be a sheet metal part disposed on the third sub-shell segment 13 , which is not limited here.

[0088] The screws may be automatic screws that are temporarily tapped at the assembly site.

[0089] For example, please refer to Fig. 9The rear side wall of the second sub-shell segment 12 is provided with a first connection hole 12b, the rear side wall of the workbench assembly 3 is provided with a second connection hole 3a, the first connection piece 131 is provided with a third connection hole 131a, the hole wall of the third connection hole 131a is threaded with screws, and the screws pass through the first connection hole 12b and the second connection hole 3a in sequence and are screwed into the third connection hole 131a. In this embodiment, for example, the screws are not exposed on the appearance surfaces of the front side, the left side and the rear side of the box assembly 1, and are not easily visible to the user, so the appearance of the clothes processing device is almost not affected.

[0090] For example, see Figure 4 and Figure 5 The side wall of the second sub-shell segment 12 is formed with a connecting seat 123, see Fig.11 The connection seat 123 has a screw hole 123a extending in the height direction of the laundry processing device, and the workbench assembly 3 is formed with a through hole 3b extending in the height direction. The screw passes through the through hole 3b from top to bottom and is screwed into the screw hole 123a. In this embodiment, the screw is exposed on the top side of the workbench and will not be exposed on the appearance surface of the box assembly 1, so it hardly affects the appearance of the laundry processing device.

[0091] It should be noted that the connection seat 123 can be arranged on the side wall of any side of the second sub-shell segment 12. Exemplarily, the connection seat 123 is formed on the front side wall of the second sub-shell segment 12. On the one hand, the front part of the top of the workbench assembly 3 has a large space, so it is convenient to set the above-mentioned through hole 3b. On the other hand, it is matched with the connection at the above-mentioned first connecting piece to form a reliable front and rear assembly.

[0092] For example, see Figure 4 , Figure 8 as well as Fig.11 The side wall of the second sub-shell segment 12 is formed with a snap-fitting protrusion 124, and the top of the third sub-shell segment 12 is provided with a plug hole 132a, and the snap-fitting protrusion 124 is snap-fitted with the plug hole 132a. During the assembly process, when the second sub-shell segment 12 is sleeved on the circumference of the third sub-shell segment 13 from top to bottom, the snap-fitting protrusion 124 is snapped into the plug hole 132a, so that the second sub-shell segment 12 and the third sub-shell segment 13 are positioned.

[0093] The relative positions of the clamping protrusion 124 and the connecting seat 123 are not limited. For example, the clamping protrusion 124 is substantially located at the bottom side of the connecting seat 123 and connected with the connecting seat 123 to improve the structural strength of the root of the clamping protrusion 124 and reduce the probability of cracking of the clamping protrusion 124 due to stress concentration.

[0094] The third sub-shell segment 13 may be formed in any manner with the insertion hole 132 a. For example, a second connecting piece 132 is disposed at the top of the third sub-shell segment 13 , and the insertion hole 132 a is disposed on the second connecting piece 132 .

[0095] It should be noted that the second connecting piece 132 may be a plastic part integrally formed with the third sub-shell segment 13 , or may be a sheet metal part arranged on the second connecting piece 132 , which is not limited here.

[0096] Second embodiment

[0097] See also Figures 12 to 17 The second sub-shell segment 12 is a closed loop structure.

[0098] The first sub-shell segment 11 and the second sub-shell segment 12 are both components of the force-bearing body of the box assembly 1 in the height direction, and the second sub-shell segment 12 is supported on the top of the first sub-shell segment 11. Specifically, the second sub-shell segment 12 is provided with a hanging portion connected to a suspension system for hanging the clothing processing device, that is, the suspension system is hung on the hanging portion, and the second sub-shell segment 12 bears the weight of the entire barrel assembly 2 and its load. It should be noted that the load of the barrel assembly 2 includes the clothing in the clothing processing chamber and the water accumulated in the barrel assembly 2. The weight of the entire barrel assembly 2 and its load is transferred to the second sub-shell segment 12 through the suspension system. It can be understood that the second sub-shell segment 12 also needs to bear the weight of the workbench assembly 3.

[0099] Since the first sub-shell segment 11 and the second sub-shell segment 12 are both components of the force-bearing body of the box assembly 1 along the height direction, and the second sub-shell segment 12 is supported on the top of the first sub-shell segment 11, the second sub-shell segment 12 transfers the force it receives to the first sub-shell segment 11, and the first sub-shell segment 11 transfers the force it receives to the base 4. In other words, the load of the clothing processing device and the entire weight of the clothing processing device (excluding the base) are ultimately borne by the base 4.

[0100] Since the second sub-shell segment 12 is in a closed loop shape, on the one hand, the entire suspension system 6 is conveniently arranged on the second sub-shell segment 12 , and on the other hand, the second sub-shell segment 12 has good structural strength and rigidity.

[0101] Exemplarily, the first sub-shell segment 11 and the second sub-shell segment 12 are spliced ​​together in the height direction. The inner surface of the second sub-shell segment 12 and the inner surface of the first sub-shell segment 11 are both exposed in the installation space 1a, that is, the first sub-shell segment 11 and the second sub-shell segment 12 jointly define the above-mentioned installation space 1a.

[0102] For example, in the top view of the box assembly 1, the projection contour of the first sub-shell segment 11 is located within the projection contour of the second sub-shell segment 12. In other words, the size of the second sub-shell segment 12 along the circumferential direction is larger than the size of the first sub-shell segment 11 along the circumferential direction, so that the second sub-shell segment 12 has a larger space inside, which can reduce the probability of the barrel assembly 2 hitting the barrel when shaking, and reduce the user's perception of hitting the barrel.

[0103] The first sub-shell segment 11 and the second sub-shell segment 12 can be connected in a non-detachable manner, such as welding, fusion, etc. It is understandable that the first sub-shell segment 11 and the second sub-shell segment 12 can also be connected in a detachable manner, such as screw connection, snap connection, and when the first sub-shell segment 11 or the second sub-shell segment 12 is damaged and needs to be replaced, it is not necessary to replace the entire box assembly 1, but only the first sub-shell segment 11 or the second sub-shell segment 12 needs to be replaced, which is convenient for after-sales maintenance.

[0104] For example, see Fig.16 The bottom end of the second sub-shell segment 12 is bent inward to form a plug-in slot 12a, and the plug-in slot 12a extends along the bottom edge of the second sub-shell segment 12. The bottom side of the plug-in slot 12a is open, and the top end of the first sub-shell segment 11 is inserted into the plug-in slot 12a through the open part of the plug-in slot 12a. In this embodiment, the second sub-shell segment 12 is supported on the top end of the first sub-shell segment 11, and the first sub-shell segment 11 bears the weight of the second sub-shell segment 12.

[0105] Exemplarily, a metal strip 121 for induction heating is molded in the plug slot 12a, and the first sub-shell segment 11 and the second sub-shell segment 12 are welded around the metal strip 121. During the assembly process, after the top end of the first sub-shell segment 11 is inserted into the plug slot 12a, the metal strip 121 is induction heated. The metal strip 121 serves as a heat source to melt the surrounding plastic, so that the first sub-shell segment 11 and the second sub-shell segment 12 are welded together, and the first sub-shell segment 11 and the second sub-shell segment 12 are reliably connected together.

[0106] In this embodiment, the connection relationship between the workbench assembly 3 and the second sub-shell segment 12 may be the same as the connection relationship in the prior art, and will not be described in detail herein.

[0107] In the description of the present application, the description with reference to the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "example", "specific example", or "some examples" etc. means that the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the embodiments of the present application. In the present application, the schematic representation of the above terms is not necessarily for the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described may be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner. In addition, those skilled in the art may combine different embodiments or examples described in the present application and the features of different embodiments or examples without contradiction.

[0108] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present application and is not intended to limit the present application. For those skilled in the art, the present application may have various modifications and variations. Any modification, equivalent replacement, improvement, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the present application shall be included in the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A box assembly for accommodating and carrying a drum assembly (2) of a clothes processing device, characterized in that: The box assembly comprises a first sub-shell segment (11) and a second sub-shell segment (12) which are independent of each other, the outer surface of the first sub-shell segment (11) and the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment (12) serving as at least a part of the appearance surface of the box assembly; the second sub-shell segment (12) presents a closed-loop structure extending in the circumferential direction around the barrel assembly (2); the box assembly comprises a third sub-shell segment (13) nested in the second sub-shell segment (12), the third sub-shell segment (13) being connected to the top of the first sub-shell segment (11) and being integrally formed with the first sub-shell segment (11), the first sub-shell segment (11) and the third sub-shell segment (13) serving together as the force-bearing body of the box assembly, and the second sub-shell segment (12) being detachably sleeved on the outer circumference of the third sub-shell segment (13).

2. The box assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The color of the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment (12) is different from the color of the outer surface of the first sub-shell segment (11); and / or the process of the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment (12) is different from the process of the circumferential surface of the first sub-shell segment (11); and / or the shape of the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment (12) is different from the shape of the circumferential surface of the first sub-shell segment (11); and / or the pattern on the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment (12) is different from the pattern on the outer surface of the first sub-shell segment (11).

3. The box assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: Along the height direction of the box assembly, the ratio of the height of the second sub-shell segment (12) to the total height of the box assembly is 0.4-0.

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4. The box assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The ratio of the area of ​​the outer surface of the second sub-shell segment (12) to the area of ​​the total appearance surface of the box assembly is 0.4-0.

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5. The box assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second sub-shell segment (12) is located above the first sub-shell segment (11).

6. The box assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that: The second sub-shell segment (12) serves as a component of the force-bearing body of the box assembly in the height direction, and the second sub-shell segment (12) is provided with a hanging portion connected to a hanging system for hanging the clothes processing device, wherein the hanging system is used to hang the cylinder in the box assembly.

7. The box assembly according to claim 6, characterized in that: The first sub-shell segment (11) serves as a component of the force-bearing main body of the box assembly (1) in the height direction, and the second sub-shell segment (12) is supported on the top end of the first sub-shell segment (11).

8. The box assembly according to claim 7, characterized in that: In a top view projection of the box assembly, the projection outline of the first sub-shell segment (11) is located within the projection outline of the second sub-shell segment (12).

9. The box assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that: The bottom end of the second sub-shell segment (12) is bent inward to form an insertion groove (12a), the insertion groove (12a) extends along the bottom edge of the second sub-shell segment (12), the bottom side of the insertion groove (12a) is open, and the top end of the first sub-shell segment (11) is inserted into the insertion groove (12a).

10. The box assembly according to claim 9, characterized in that: A metal strip (121) for induction heating is molded inside the plug-in slot (12a), and the first sub-shell segment (11) and the second sub-shell segment (12) are welded around the metal strip (121).

11. The box assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that: The box assembly is composed only of the first sub-shell segment (11) and the second sub-shell segment (12).

12. The box assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: A plurality of ribs (122) are formed on the inner surface of the second sub-shell segment (12), and each of the ribs (122) abuts against the top end of the third sub-shell segment (13).

13. The box assembly according to claim 12, characterized in that: The top side of the rib sheet (122) is formed with an inclined edge (122a), the height of the inner end of the inclined edge (122a) is lower than the height of the outer end thereof, and the inclined edges (122a) of the rib sheets (122) together define a support surface for supporting a workbench assembly (3) of the clothing processing device.

14. The box assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second sub-shell segment (12) is provided with at least one first connection hole (12b) for inserting a screw, and each first connection hole (12b) is located on the rear side wall of the second sub-shell segment (12); and / or, a connection seat (123) is provided on the inner side of the front side wall of the second sub-shell segment (12), and the connection seat (123) has a screw hole (123a) extending in the up-down direction; and / or, A snap-fitting protrusion (124) is formed on the side wall of the second sub-shell segment (12), and a plug hole (132a) is provided at the top end of the third sub-shell segment (13), and the snap-fitting protrusion (124) is snap-fitted with the plug hole (132a).

15. A clothes processing device, characterized in that: It comprises a workbench assembly (3), a barrel assembly (2), a suspension system (6) and a box assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 14, wherein the barrel assembly (2) is arranged in the box assembly, the workbench assembly (3) is arranged on the top side of the box assembly, and the barrel assembly (2) is suspended on the box assembly through the suspension system (6).

16. A clothes processing device, characterized in that: It comprises a workbench assembly (3), a barrel assembly (2), a suspension system (6) and the box assembly according to claim 1, wherein the barrel assembly (2) is arranged in an installation space defined by the first sub-shell segment (11) and the third sub-shell segment (13), and the barrel assembly (2) is suspended on the third sub-shell segment (13) through the suspension system (6); the workbench assembly (3) is supported on the second sub-shell segment (12) and / or the third sub-shell segment (13).

17. The clothes treating device according to claim 16, characterized in that: The inner surface of the second sub-shell segment (12) is formed with a plurality of ribs (122), the bottom end of each rib (122) abuts against the top end of the third sub-shell segment (13), and the workbench assembly (3) is supported on each rib (122).

18. The clothes treating device according to claim 17, characterized in that: The top end of the third sub-shell segment (13) is provided with a first connecting piece (131) extending into the second sub-shell segment (12) and extending in the height direction of the clothing processing device; the workbench assembly (3) has a rear side wall extending in the height direction; the rear side wall of the workbench assembly (3) is sandwiched between the first connecting piece (131) and the rear side wall of the second sub-shell segment (12); and the screws pass through the rear side wall of the second sub-shell segment (12), the rear side wall of the workbench assembly (3) and the first connecting piece (131) in sequence.

19. The clothes treating device according to claim 16, characterized in that: A connecting seat (123) is formed on the side wall of the second sub-shell segment (12), and the connecting seat (123) has a screw hole (123a) extending along the height direction of the laundry processing device. The workbench assembly (3) is formed with a through hole (3b), and a screw passes through the through hole (3b) from top to bottom and is screwed into the screw hole (123a).

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