Clothing care machine and control method thereof

Abstract

The clothing care machine includes: a cabinet; the first chamber is formed in the cabinet body; a first door configured to open or close the first chamber, the first door having a second chamber partitioned from the first chamber and configured to accommodate laundry; a second door rotatably coupled to the first door to open or close the second chamber; a switchable mirror provided on the second door and operable in a mirroring mode or a transparent mode; a local cleaning device which is provided inside the second chamber so as to locally wash the clothes accommodated in the second chamber, and which is capable of moving in the second chamber; and a control unit that controls the switchable mirror and the local washing device.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The disclosed invention relates to a clothes care machine having a local washing device and a control method of the clothes care machine. BACKGROUND

[0002] A clothes care machine is a device that performs clothes care of drying wet clothes, removing dust or odor remaining on clothes, reducing wrinkles of clothes, etc.

[0003] The clothes care machine can be equipped with a hot air supply device that supplies hot air to a care room to dry clothes, and can be equipped with a steam generation device for performing a refreshing function such as wrinkle removal, deodorization, static electricity removal, fragrance provision, etc. of clothes. SUMMARY TECHNICAL PROBLEM

[0004] According to an aspect of the disclosed invention, a user can easily set a target site of a local washing device through a switchable mirror.

[0005] According to an aspect of the disclosed invention, a user can easily set a target site of a local washing device through a control panel.

[0006] According to an aspect of the disclosed invention, a user can easily set a target site of a local washing device through a control panel.

[0007] According to an aspect of the disclosed invention, convenience of a user can be improved by automatically setting a target site through a local washing device.

[0008] According to an aspect of the disclosed invention, a user can remotely set a target site.

[0009] The technical problems to be solved by the disclosure are not limited to the above-mentioned technical problems, and other technical problems not mentioned can be clearly understood by those skilled in the art to which the disclosure pertains from the following description. TECHNICAL SOLUTION

[0010] A laundry care machine according to an embodiment of the disclosure includes a cabinet, a first chamber formed in an inside of the cabinet, a first door as a first door provided to open or close the first chamber, having a second chamber divided from the first chamber and provided to accommodate laundry, a second door rotatably coupled to the first door to open or close the second chamber, a switchable mirror provided to the second door and capable of being operated in a mirror mode or a transparent mode, a spot cleaning device provided in an inside of the second chamber to spot clean the laundry accommodated in the second chamber and capable of moving in the second chamber, and a control part controlling the switchable mirror and the spot cleaning device.

[0011] A control method of a laundry care machine according to an embodiment of the disclosure, wherein the laundry care machine includes a cabinet, a first chamber formed in an inside of the cabinet, a first door as a first door provided to open or close the first chamber, having a second chamber defined in an inside thereof and divided from the first chamber and provided to accommodate laundry, a second door rotatably coupled to the first door to open or close the second chamber, a switchable mirror provided to the second door and capable of being operated in a mirror mode or a transparent mode, and a spot cleaning device provided in an inside of the second chamber to spot clean the laundry accommodated in the second chamber and capable of moving in the second chamber, wherein the method includes controlling the switchable mirror and the spot cleaning device. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0012] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a laundry care machine according to an embodiment.

[0013] Figure 2 shows a state in which a first door of a laundry care machine according to an embodiment is opened.

[0014] Figure 3 shows a state in which a second door of a laundry care machine according to an embodiment is opened.

[0015] Figure 4 is a sectional view of a laundry care machine according to an embodiment.

[0016] Figure 5 shows a spot cleaning device according to an embodiment.

[0017] Figure 6 shows a spot cleaning device according to an embodiment from another angle.

[0018] Figure 7 shows a spot cleaning device according to an embodiment in an exploded manner.

[0019] Figure 8is a diagram omitting a part of the configuration for illustrating a water supply flow path and a drain flow path in the local washing device according to an embodiment.

[0020] Figure 9 is a sectional view enlarging a part of the local washing device according to an embodiment.

[0021] Figure 10 shows a local washing device according to an embodiment.

[0022] Figure 11 shows a local washing device according to an embodiment.

[0023] Figure 12 is an exploded perspective view of a second door and a moving device according to an embodiment.

[0024] Figure 13 shows from another angle Figure 12 .

[0025] Figure 14 shows a second chamber according to an embodiment.

[0026] Figure 15 enlarged shows Figure 4 part B.

[0027] Figure 16 enlarged shows Figure 3 part A.

[0028] Figure 17 is a control block diagram of a laundry care machine according to an embodiment.

[0029] Figure 18 is a diagram for illustrating a switchable mirror according to an embodiment.

[0030] Figure 19a shows an example of a control panel according to an embodiment.

[0031] Figure 19b shows an example of a user interface that can be displayed on a switchable mirror according to an embodiment.

[0032] Figure 20 is a flowchart showing an example of a process of providing a user interface by a switchable mirror according to an embodiment.

[0033] Figure 21a is a diagram showing a state of providing a user interface by a switchable mirror according to an embodiment.

[0034] Figure 21b is a diagram showing a state of not providing a user interface by a switchable mirror according to an embodiment.

[0035] Figure 22is a flowchart illustrating an example of a method for determining a target site by a laundry care appliance according to an embodiment.

[0036] Figure 23 illustrates an example of a laundry care appliance determining a target site based on a position of a touch input for a switchable mirror according to an embodiment.

[0037] Figure 24 illustrates an example of a laundry care appliance determining a target site based on an area specified by a touch drag input for a switchable mirror according to an embodiment.

[0038] Figure 25 illustrates an example of a laundry care appliance determining a target site based on an area specified by a touch input for a switchable mirror according to an embodiment.

[0039] Figure 26 is a flowchart illustrating another example of a method for determining a target site by a laundry care appliance according to an embodiment.

[0040] Figure 27 illustrates an example of an interface for setting a target site provided by a control panel according to an embodiment.

[0041] Figure 28 illustrates an example of a button for setting a target site equipped in a control panel according to an embodiment.

[0042] Figure 29 is a flowchart illustrating yet another example of a method for determining a target site by a laundry care appliance according to an embodiment.

[0043] Figure 30 illustrates a laundry care appliance scanning a state of laundry accommodated in a second chamber according to an embodiment.

[0044] Figure 31 illustrates an example of an overall image of laundry acquired by a laundry care appliance according to an embodiment.

[0045] Figure 32 illustrates an example of displaying an overall image of laundry on a switchable mirror according to an embodiment.

[0046] Figure 33 illustrates an example of displaying an overall image of laundry on a control panel according to an embodiment.

[0047] Figure 34 illustrates a state in which an overall image of laundry acquired by a laundry care appliance is transmitted to a user device according to an embodiment.

[0048] Figure 35is a flowchart for explaining a method of automatically setting a target portion of a laundry care machine according to an embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0049] The various embodiments of the present disclosure and the terms used therein are not intended to limit the technical features described in the present disclosure to particular embodiments, and should be understood to include various modifications, equivalents, or alternatives of the corresponding embodiments.

[0050] With regard to the accompanying drawings, like reference numerals can be used to refer to like or similar elements throughout the specification.

[0051] The singular forms of the nouns corresponding to the items are intended to include one or more of the items, unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.

[0052] In the present disclosure, each of the statements such as "A or B", "at least one of A and B", "A, B, or C", or "at least one of A, B, and C" can include all possible combinations of the items listed in the corresponding statement.

[0053] "Or" can mean "and / or". The term "and / or" includes a combination of the plurality of relatedly recited constituent elements or one of the plurality of relatedly recited constituent elements.

[0054] The terms such as "1st", "2nd" or "first", "second" can simply be used to distinguish the corresponding constituent element from another corresponding constituent element, and not to limit the corresponding constituent element in other aspects (for example, importance or order).

[0055] In the case where a certain (for example, first) constituent element is referred to as being "coupled" or "connected" to another (for example, second) constituent element, whether or not the term "functionally" or "communicatively" is used, it means that the certain constituent element can be connected to the other constituent element directly (for example, wiredly), wirelessly, or through a third constituent element.

[0056] The terms "include" or "have" or the like used in the present disclosure are used to designate the presence of the features, numbers, steps, operations, constituent elements, components, or combinations thereof described in the present disclosure, and do not preclude the presence or possibility of adding one or more other features, numbers, steps, operations, constituent elements, components, or combinations thereof.

[0057] When a certain constituent element is referred to as being "connected", "coupled", "supported", or "contacted" to another constituent element, this includes not only a case in which the constituent elements are directly connected, coupled, supported, or contacted, but also a case in which a third constituent element is present.

[0058] When a certain constituent element is "on" another constituent element, this includes not only the case where the certain constituent element is in contact with the other constituent element, but also the case where another constituent element is present between the two constituent elements.

[0059] In addition, the terms such as "front," "back," "left," "right," "upper," "lower," and the like used in the following description are defined with reference to the accompanying drawings, and the shape and position of each constituent element are not limited by these terms.

[0060] Also, relative terms such as "lower" or "bottom" and "upper" or "top" can be used herein to describe one element's relationship to another element as illustrated in the figures. It will be understood that relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations of the device in addition to the orientation depicted in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures is turned over, elements described as being on the "lower" side of other elements would then be oriented on "upper" sides of the other elements. The term "lower" can therefore, based on a particular orientation of the figure, include both an orientation of "lower" and "upper" relative to other elements. Likewise, the term "upper" can include both an orientation of "upper" and "lower" relative to other elements, depending on the particular orientation of the figure. The terms "below" or "beneath" or "above" or "over" can thus include both an orientation of below or above relative to other elements. The terms also include the various reciprocal orientations.

[0061] Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used in this specification can have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this disclosure belongs. The terms should be interpreted as having a meaning that is consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art and the present disclosure and will not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless expressly so defined in this specification.

[0062] Embodiments are described herein with reference to cross-sectional illustrations that are schematic illustrations of idealized embodiments. As such, variations from the shapes of the illustrations as a result, for example, of manufacturing techniques and / or tolerances, are to be expected. Thus, embodiments described herein are not to be construed as being limited to the particular shapes of regions as illustrated herein but are to include deviations in shapes that result, for example, from manufacturing. For example, an implanted region illustrated or described as a rectangle will, typically, have rounded or curved features. Similarly, edges illustrated as sharp features will typically have rounded or curved features. Thus, the regions illustrated in the figures are schematic in nature and their shapes are not intended to illustrate the precise shape of a region that would be formed in a device and are not intended to limit the scope of the present claims.

[0063] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a laundry care machine according to an embodiment. Figure 2 shows a state in which a first door of a laundry care machine according to an embodiment is open. Figure 3A second door of the laundry care machine according to an embodiment is shown in an open state. Figure 4 is a cross-sectional view of a laundry care machine according to an embodiment.

[0064] As shown in Figures 1 to 4 , the laundry care machine 1 can include a cabinet 10 forming (or defining) an outer appearance of the laundry care machine 1, a first door 20 rotatably coupled to the cabinet 10, and a second door 30 rotatably coupled to the first door 20.

[0065] The cabinet 10 can form a first chamber 11 equipped to accommodate laundry. The cabinet 10 can have a cuboid shape with one side open. An opening 10a can be formed in a front of the cabinet 10. Accordingly, the first chamber 11 can be equipped in a form with a front side open.

[0066] The first door 20 can be equipped to open and close the opening 10a of the cabinet 10. The first door 20 can be rotatably coupled to the cabinet 10. The first door 20 can open and close the first chamber 11 by opening and closing the opening 10a of the cabinet 10. The first door 20 can be rotatably coupled to the cabinet 10 by a connecting member such as a hinge 20a.

[0067] A mechanical chamber 13 can be formed (or defined) inside the cabinet 10, which is divided from the first chamber 11. The mechanical chamber 13 can accommodate a heat exchange device 45 equipped to heat or dehumidify air inside the first chamber 11. The mechanical chamber 13 can accommodate a steam generation device 40 equipped to supply steam to the inside of the first chamber 11.

[0068] The first chamber 11 can be formed (or defined) in the cabinet 10 to accommodate laundry. The first chamber 11 can provide a space to accommodate laundry. A laundry support member 50 configured to support laundry can be equipped inside the first chamber 11. The laundry support member 50 can be detachably coupled to an upper side of the first chamber 11. One or more laundry support members 50 can be equipped inside the first chamber 11. A plurality of laundry support members 50 can be equipped inside the first chamber 11. The laundry support member 50 can be equipped in a hanger shape to place laundry. The laundry support member 50 can be equipped at a predetermined position of the first chamber 11 to allow air to flow inside thereof. Air supplied to the inside of the laundry support member 50 can be sprayed toward laundry to remove dust or foreign matter attached to the laundry.

[0069] The first door 20 can have a second chamber 22 partitioned from the first chamber 11 and equipped to receive laundry. The second chamber 22 can be formed in the interior of the first door 20. The first door 20 can include a cuboid-shaped case 23 with one side open, and the case 23 can form the second chamber 22. The case 23 can be equipped integrally with the first door 20, or can be separately equipped and coupled to the first door 20. The second chamber 22 can be equipped in a form with a front side open.

[0070] The second door 30 can be equipped to open or close the second chamber 22. The second door 30 can be rotatably coupled to the first door 20 to open or close the second chamber 22.

[0071] The second door 30 can be equipped with a switchable mirror 35. In an embodiment, the switchable mirror 35 can form a front (or front face) of the second door 30. The switchable mirror 35 can be equipped at a front side of the second door 30. The switchable mirror 35 can operate in a mirror mode or a transparent mode.

[0072] The first chamber 11 and the second chamber 22 can be partitioned from each other, but can be in fluid communication with each other.

[0073] The first chamber 11 can include first and second air flow inlets 11a and 12a, and first and second air flow outlets 11b and 12b.

[0074] The first air flow inlet 11a and the first air flow outlet 11b can be formed at a lower surface of the first chamber 11. The first air flow inlet 11a can be disposed in front of the lower surface of the first chamber 11. The first air flow outlet 11b can be disposed at a rear portion of the lower surface of the first chamber 11. The second air flow inlet 12a can be formed at a rear surface of the first chamber 11. The second air flow outlet 12b can be formed at an upper surface of the first chamber 11. The second air flow inlet 12a and the second air flow outlet 12b can be disposed at positions adjacent to each other. To this end, the second air flow inlet 12a can be equipped at an upper side of the rear surface of the first chamber 11. The second air flow outlet 12b can be equipped adjacent to a center of the upper surface of the first chamber 11.

[0075] The first air flow inlet 11a can be equipped with a grill portion or a filter portion to effectively prevent foreign substances other than water from flowing into the first air flow inlet 11a. The first air flow outlet 11b can be equipped with a grill portion or a filter portion to prevent foreign substances from flowing in and to allow air flow to be well diffused inside the first chamber 11.

[0076] The second air flow discharge port 12b of the first chamber 11 can be connected with the laundry support part 50. The air discharged through the second air flow discharge port 12b is delivered to the laundry placed on the laundry support part 50 through the air holes 51 formed in the laundry support part 50.

[0077] The cabinet 10 can be equipped with a control panel 70. The control panel 70 can be equipped at one side of the second door 30. For example, the control panel 70 can be equipped at the right side of the second door 30, but the location of the control panel 70 is not limited thereto.

[0078] The control panel 70 can provide a user interface for the user and the laundry care machine 1 to interact. The user interface can include at least one input interface and at least one output interface.

[0079] Referring to Figure 2 The second chamber 22 can include third air flow inlets 24a, 24b and a third air flow discharge port 24c.

[0080] The third air flow inlets 24a, 24b can include a rear surface air flow inlet 24a formed (or defined) at the upper side of the rear surface of the second chamber 22 and an upper surface air flow inlet 24b formed at the upper surface of the second chamber 22. The third air flow discharge port 24c can be formed at the lower side of the rear surface of the second chamber.

[0081] The third air flow inlets 24a, 24b and the third air flow discharge port 24c can be formed through the housing 23. The drying air and / or steam inside the first chamber 11 can flow into the inside of the second chamber 22 through the third air flow inlets 24a, 24b. The air and / or steam inside the second chamber 22 can be discharged to the first chamber 11 through the third air flow discharge port 24c.

[0082] Since the third air flow inlets 24a, 24b are arranged adjacent to the second air flow discharge port 12b, the inflow amount of air through the third air flow inlets 24a, 24b can be greater than the outflow amount of air through the third air flow inlets 24a, 24b. The above does not exclude that air can be discharged through the third air flow inlets 24a, 24b.

[0083] With Figure 2In contrast to the illustrated embodiment, the laundry care machine 1 can include a plurality of holes formed throughout an entire area of at least one surface of the housing 23. The plurality of holes can include an inlet for air and steam to flow from the first chamber 11 into the second chamber 22 and an outlet for air and steam to be discharged from the second chamber 22. For example, the plurality of holes can be formed throughout an entire area of the rear surface of the housing 23, or the plurality of holes can be formed throughout an entire area of the upper surface, the lower surface, the two side surfaces, and the rear surface of the housing 23. Thereby, the exchange of air and steam between the first chamber 11 and the second chamber 22 can be more smoothly performed. The plurality of holes can also be formed throughout a partial area of at least one of the upper surface, the lower surface, the two side surfaces, and the rear surface of the housing 23.

[0084] Likewise, since the third air flow outlet 24c is disposed adjacent to the first air flow inlet 11a, the amount of air discharged through the third air flow outlet 24c can be greater than the amount of air flowing in through the third air flow outlet 24c. The above does not exclude air flowing in through the third air flow outlet 24c.

[0085] The laundry care machine 1 can include a partial washing device 100 disposed inside the second chamber 22 to partially wash laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22.

[0086] The partial washing device 100 can be disposed inside the second chamber 22 when the second door 30 closes the second chamber 22. The partial washing device 100 can be disposed on the back surface of the second door 30.

[0087] The laundry care machine 1 can include a moving device 200 disposed to move the partial washing device 100 in the second chamber 22 in a first direction and a second direction crossing the first direction.

[0088] The partial washing device 100 can be disposed to be movable in the second chamber 22. More specifically, the partial washing device 100 can be disposed to be movable in the second chamber 22 in the first direction and the second direction by the moving device 200. Hereinafter, the first direction can refer to a vertical direction, and the second direction can refer to a horizontal direction. The vertical direction can include an up-down direction. When it is assumed that the second door 30 is in a closed state or when it is assumed that the second door 30 is viewed from the front (or from the thick portion) of the second door 30, the horizontal direction can include a left-right direction.

[0089] In an embodiment, the moving device 200 can receive power from a battery of the partial washing device 100, and can receive power from a power supply portion of the laundry care machine 1.

[0090] The local washing device 100 can be equipped to be movable within the second chamber 22, thereby performing spot cleaning on laundry accommodated inside the second chamber 22. Spot cleaning can refer to selectively washing a portion of laundry. The portion of laundry that is the object of spot cleaning can be referred to as a target site. The target site can be determined according to a user's setting, or can be automatically determined by the laundry care machine 1. The target site can be a plurality of portions of laundry.

[0091] The local washing device 100 can move to face the target site according to a command of the laundry care machine 1, thereby spot cleaning and washing the target site.

[0092] The local washing device 100 can be equipped to spray water and a cleaning solution to laundry. The cleaning solution can include a detergent or a liquid mixed with water and a detergent. The local washing device 100 can provide a fine vibration to laundry after spraying water and a cleaning solution to laundry or while spraying water and a cleaning solution to laundry. For example, as described later, the local washing device 100 can include a vibration portion 103 (e.g., an ultrasonic vibrator) configured to provide a fine vibration (e.g., an ultrasonic vibration). The local washing device 100 can wash a target site of laundry to which water and a cleaning solution are sprayed by providing a fine vibration to the target site. The local washing device 100 can be equipped to suction water and a cleaning solution sprayed toward laundry. The local washing device 100 can reduce or remove water and a cleaning solution remaining on laundry by suctioning water and a cleaning solution. The local washing device 100 can absorb a contaminant or a foreign substance of laundry while suctioning water and a cleaning solution. A specific structure of the local washing device 100 will be described later.

[0093] A cabinet drain tub 15a and a cabinet water supply tub 15b can be provided in a lower portion of the cabinet 10, detachably equipped from the cabinet 10. The cabinet drain tub 15a and the cabinet water supply tub 15b can be disposed in a lower portion of the first chamber 11.

[0094] The cabinet drain tub 15a can be equipped to store water formed by condensation of steam or condensation water generated during an operation of the heat exchange device 45 before being drained. The cabinet drain tub 15a can be provided to be detachable from the cabinet 10, to facilitate draining of water.

[0095] The cabinet water supply tub 15b can be equipped to store water required to generate steam in the steam generation device 40. Water of the cabinet water supply tub 15b can be supplied to the steam generation device 40 and used to form steam. The cabinet water supply tub 15b can be provided to be detachable from the cabinet 10, to facilitate replenishment of water.

[0096] The cabinet drain tub 15a and the cabinet water supply tub 15b can be provided at the front of the mechanical chamber 13. The mechanical chamber 13 can be provided at the lower side of the cabinet 10. The mechanical chamber 13 can be provided below the first chamber 11 and can be divided to form a space independent of the first chamber 11.

[0097] The heat exchange device 45 provided to dehumidify and heat air inside the first chamber 11 can be accommodated inside the mechanical chamber 13.

[0098] The first fan 42, the heat exchange device 45, and the steam generation device 40 can be disposed inside the mechanical chamber 13.

[0099] The heat exchange device 45 can heat and dehumidify air supplied to the inside of the first chamber 11. The heat exchange device 45 can include an evaporator 46 through which a refrigerant circulates, a compressor 48, and a condenser 47. The heat exchange device 45 can dehumidify and heat air.

[0100] In the evaporator 46 of the heat exchange device 45, a refrigerant evaporates and absorbs latent heat of surrounding air, whereby the heat exchange device 45 can condense and remove moisture in the air. When the refrigerant is condensed in the condenser 47 via the compressor 48, the heat exchange device 45 can heat surrounding air by releasing latent heat to the surrounding air. Air flowing into the mechanical chamber 13 by the first fan 42 can be dehumidified and heated while sequentially passing through the evaporator 46 and the condenser 47.

[0101] The laundry care machine 1 can include a first duct 71 provided to accommodate the evaporator 46, the condenser 47, and the first fan 42. The first duct 71 can be disposed in the mechanical chamber 13. One end 71a of the first duct 71 can be connected with the first air flow inlet 11a. The other end 71b of the first duct 71 can be connected with the first air flow outlet 11b. The first duct 71 can be connected with the first chamber 11 through the first air flow inlet 11a and the first air flow outlet 11b.

[0102] The air of the first chamber 11 can flow into the first duct 71 through the first air flow inlet 11a and be discharged to the first chamber 11 through the first air flow outlet 11b. The air flowing into the first duct 71 can be dehumidified and heated while passing through the evaporator 46 and the condenser 47. The first duct 71 can form a first circulation flow path 72 that circulates the first chamber 11, the first fan 42, the evaporator 46, and the condenser 47. The first fan 42 can be disposed on the first circulation flow path 72 to suck the air of the first chamber 11 into the first duct 71. The air sucked into the first duct 71 by the first fan 42 can be discharged to the first chamber 11 through the first air flow outlet 11b. The first circulation flow path 72 can refer to a circulation flow path in which the air flowing into the first duct 71 from the first chamber 11 through the first air flow inlet 11a is discharged again to the first chamber 11 from the first duct 71 through the first air flow outlet 11b.

[0103] The laundry care machine 1 can include a steam generating device 40 disposed in the mechanical chamber 13. The steam generating device 40 can receive water from the cabinet water supply bucket 15b of the mechanical chamber 13 to generate steam.

[0104] The steam generating device 40 can include a steam generating portion 41 connected to the cabinet water supply bucket 15b and receiving water to generate steam, a steam injection portion 43 injecting the steam generated from the steam generating portion 41, and a steam connection duct 44 connecting the steam generating portion 41 and the steam injection portion 43.

[0105] The steam injection portion 43 can be fixed to a steam discharge outlet 43a formed at a lower side of a rear surface of the first chamber 11. The steam discharge outlet 43a can be formed in correspondence with the steam injection portion 43. The steam injection portion 43 can inject the steam generated inside the mechanical chamber 13 to the first chamber 11 through the steam discharge outlet 43a. The positions of the steam injection portion 43 and the steam discharge outlet 43a can be changed.

[0106] The steam generating portion 41 can include a heater (not shown) positioned inside thereof. The heater of the steam generating portion 41 heats water, thereby enabling the steam generating portion 41 to generate steam.

[0107] The first door 20 can include a door guide 21 equipped to guide water moving downward due to gravity to the first air flow inlet 11a. The door guide 21 can be equipped at a lower side of a rear surface of the first door 20. The door guide 21 can be formed to be inclined downward from the rear surface of the first door 20 toward the first air flow inlet 11a. The water of the rear surface of the first door 20 can move to the door guide 21 due to gravity and be guided rearward by the door guide 21 to flow into the first air flow inlet 11a. The water flowing in through the first air flow inlet 11a can move to the cabinet drain bucket 15a by a connection member (not shown).

[0108] In the laundry care machine 1, the first chamber 11 can include a second fan 75 for flowing air inside, and a second duct 73 provided with the second fan 75. The second duct 73 can be connected with the first chamber 11. One end of the second duct 73 can be connected with the second air flow inlet 12a. The other end of the second duct 73 can be connected with the second air flow outlet 12b. The air flowing into the inside of the second duct 73 through the second air flow inlet 12a can be discharged to the first chamber 11 through the second air flow outlet 12b. The second fan 75 can be provided inside the second duct 73 to suck the air into the inside of the second duct 73 through the second air flow inlet 12a. The air flowing into the inside of the second duct 73 through the second fan 75 can be discharged to the first chamber 11 through the second air flow outlet 12b.

[0109] The second duct 73 can form a second circulation flow path 74 by connecting the first chamber 11, the second air flow inlet 12a, and the second air flow outlet 12b. The second circulation flow path 74 can refer to a circulation flow path in which the air flowing into the inside of the second duct 73 from the first chamber 11 through the second air flow inlet 12a is discharged again to the first chamber 11 from the second duct 73 through the second air flow outlet 12b.

[0110] The second duct 73 can be disposed at the rear of the first chamber 11. The second duct 73 can be disposed at the rear of the second air flow inlet 12a formed at the rear surface of the first chamber 11. The second duct 73 can be disposed at the upper side of the rear surface of the first chamber 11. The second air flow inlet 12a can be detachably provided with a filter member 60 to filter foreign substances in the air flowing in through the second air flow inlet 12a. The air flowing into the second duct 73 can be removed of foreign substances such as dust and odor by the filter member 60. Not only a filter but also a fragrance piece (not shown) configured to provide a fragrance to laundry can be equipped in the filter member 60.

[0111] The laundry support member 50 can be coupled to the upper side of the first chamber 11 to be connected with the second air flow outlet 12b. The laundry support member 50 can spray the air discharged from the second air flow outlet 12b toward the laundry. The air sprayed by the laundry support member 50 can remove foreign substances such as dust attached to the laundry.

[0112] The laundry care machine 1 can perform a laundry care mode in a state in which the laundry is placed on the laundry support member 50 and the first door 20 is closed. When the laundry care mode is performed, the air inside the first chamber 11 can circulate inside the cabinet 10 along the first circulation flow path 72 and the second circulation flow path 74. Part of the air inside the first chamber 11 can flow into the inside of the second chamber 22 through the third air flow inlets 24a, 24b. The air inside the second chamber 22 can be discharged to the first chamber 11 through the third air flow outlet 24c.

[0113] Figure 5 A local washing device according to an embodiment is shown. Figure 6 A local washing device according to an embodiment is shown from another angle.

[0114] Referring to Figure 5 and Figure 6 , the laundry care machine 1 can include a local washing device 100. The local washing device 100 can be equipped inside the second chamber 22 to locally wash laundry accommodated inside the second chamber 22.

[0115] The local washing device 100 can include a water spraying part 101 equipped to spray water, a cleaning liquid spraying part 102 equipped to spray a cleaning liquid, a vibration part 103 equipped to contact laundry and provide fine vibrations to the laundry, and a suction part 104 equipped to suck in water and the cleaning liquid.

[0116] In an embodiment, the local washing device 100 can include at least one sensor 108 that collects sensor data related to laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22. The at least one sensor 108 can include a camera and / or a light sensor.

[0117] The camera can have a photographing direction toward laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22. The light sensor can include a light irradiation part and a light receiving part, which can have an irradiation direction and a receiving direction toward laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22.

[0118] The at least one sensor 108 can be located at an upper end of the local washing device. For example, the at least one sensor 108 can be equipped at an upper side of the cleaning liquid spraying part 102. According to the disclosure, it can be effectively prevented that the at least one sensor 108 is contaminated by contaminated water, and in the case where the at least one sensor 108 includes a camera, the angle of view of the camera can be secured.

[0119] The water spraying part 101 can spray water toward laundry. The cleaning liquid spraying part 102 can spray a cleaning liquid mixed with water and a detergent toward laundry. The vibration part 103 can wash laundry by contacting laundry to provide fine vibrations to the laundry. The suction part 104 can suck in water, a cleaning liquid, and foreign substances sprayed to laundry.

[0120] The local washing device 100 can further include a drum part 105 equipped to remove foreign substances attached to the laundry by rotation. The local washing device 100 can include a motor (not shown) equipped to rotate the drum part 105. The drum part 105 can wash the target part of the laundry together with the vibration part 103. The drum part 105 can wash the laundry by contact with the laundry. The drum part 105 can physically contact the laundry sprayed with water and the cleaning solution to sufficiently mix the contaminants on the laundry with the cleaning solution. Also, the drum part 105 removes foreign substances such as dust attached to the laundry by contact with the laundry.

[0121] The drum part 105 can be a brush shape. Unlike the drawing, the local washing device 100 can not include the drum part 105. As another example, the local washing device 100 can include the drum part 105 instead of the vibration part 103.

[0122] According to an embodiment, the local washing device 100 includes a water supply tub 121 (refer to Figure 7 ) equipped to spray water from the water spraying part 101 and a drain tub 122 (refer to Figure 7 ) equipped to store water sucked from the suction part 104. The inside of the water tub 120 can be divided into the water supply tub 121 and the drain tub 122 by a partition wall 123 (refer to Figure 7 ). According to various embodiments, the local washing device 100 can also include a water supply tub and a drain tub separately from each other.

[0123] The water tub 120 can include a first water tub opening 121a to supply or discharge water to or from the water supply tub 121. The water tub 120 can include a second water tub opening 122a through which the water supply, the cleaning solution, the foreign substances, etc. flow into or are discharged from the drain tub 122.

[0124] Referring to Figure 5 and Figure 6 , the water tub 120 can be detachably coupled to the local washing device 100. The user can couple the water tub 120 to the local washing device 100 after filling the water supply tub 121 of the water tub 120 with water. The user can discharge the water, the cleaning solution, and the foreign substances filled in the drain tub 122 from the local washing device 100 after detaching the water tub 120 from the local washing device 100. According to an embodiment, the water tub 120 can be detached toward the lower side of the local washing device 100. Thereby, the user can detach or couple the water tub 120 to the local washing device 100 without detaching the local washing device 100 from the second door 30. In other words, the user can detach or couple the water tub 120 to the local washing device 100 without approaching the rear side of the local washing device 100.

[0125] The local washing device 100 can include a water tub insertion portion 106 into which the water tub is inserted, and a water tub fixing portion 106a, 106b that fixes the water tub 120 inserted into the water tub insertion portion 106 to prevent the water tub 120 inserted into the water tub insertion portion 106 from being led out of the water tub insertion portion 106 due to gravity.

[0126] The water tub fixing portion 106a, 106b can be provided adjacent to the water tub insertion portion 106. The water tub fixing portion 106a, 106b can be provided to be rotatable. The water tub fixing portion 106a, 106b can be provided to be rotatable between a fixing position that can prevent the water tub 120 inserted into the water tub insertion portion 106 from being led out of the water tub insertion portion, and a fixing release position that can allow the water tub 120 inserted into the water tub insertion portion 106 to be led out of the water tub insertion portion. The water tub fixing portion 106a, 106b can be provided in pairs. However, the number and arrangement of the water tub fixing portion can be changed. Unlike this, the water tub fixing portion can not be provided, and the water tub 120 can be provided with an elastic protrusion so that the water tub 120 can be inserted into the water tub insertion portion 106 in combination.

[0127] The local washing device 100 can include a detergent injection port 107 provided to inject a detergent into the detergent case. The user can inject the detergent into the detergent case through the detergent injection port 107 without separating the local washing device 100 from the second door 30. That is, even without approaching the rear of the local washing device 100, the detergent can be injected into the detergent case.

[0128] The local washing device 100 can further include an injection port cover 130 provided to cover the detergent injection port 107 and to be separably combined with the detergent injection port 107. As shown in Figure 5 In the case in which the detergent injection port 107 is provided at the upper surface of the local washing device 100, the injection port cover 130 can be omitted. This is because the detergent does not flow out through the detergent injection port even without the injection port cover.

[0129] The local washing device 100 can include moving portions 111, 112, 113, 114. The moving portions 111, 112, 113, 114 can include a first moving portion 111 and a second moving portion 112 provided to be connected with the first shaft 211. The moving portions 111, 112, 113, 114 can include a third moving portion 113 and a fourth moving portion 114 provided to be connected with the third shaft 231. The moving portions 111, 112, 113, 114 can be provided to move in a first direction as the first shaft 211 and the third shaft 231 rotate.

[0130] The first moving part 111 and the second moving part 112 can be arranged apart in a first direction. The third moving part 113 and the fourth moving part 114 can be arranged apart in the first direction. The first direction can refer to an up-down direction or a vertical direction. Accordingly, the first moving part 111 and the second moving part 112 can be arranged apart up and down, and the third moving part 113 and the fourth moving part 114 can be arranged apart up and down.

[0131] Each of the moving parts 111, 112, 113, and 114 can include a hole through which a shaft penetrates. A thread corresponding to a thread formed in the first shaft 211 or the third shaft 231 can be formed in the hole of each of the moving parts 111, 112, 113, and 114. Thereby, as the first shaft 211 rotates in one direction, the first moving part 111 and the second moving part 112 can move upward or downward, and as the first shaft 211 rotates in the other direction, the first moving part 111 and the second moving part 112 can move downward or upward. Likewise, as the third shaft 231 rotates in one direction, the third moving part 113 and the fourth moving part 114 can move upward or downward, and as the third shaft 231 rotates in the other direction, the third moving part 113 and the fourth moving part 114 can move downward or upward. The one direction and the other direction of the shaft rotation can refer to a clockwise direction (CW) and a counterclockwise direction (CCW), respectively.

[0132] Figure 7 FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a partial washing device according to an embodiment. Figure 8 FIG. 2 is a view showing a partial washing device according to an embodiment, in which a part of a water supply flow path and a drain flow path is omitted. Figure 9 FIG. 3 is a sectional view showing a part of a partial washing device according to an embodiment.

[0133] Referring to Figure 7 The partial washing device 100 can include a housing 110, a water supply pump 140, a drain pump 150, a driving motor 160, and a housing cover 110a, which are accommodated in an inside of the housing 110. The partial washing device 100 can further include a detergent box 131, a substrate 118a, and a battery 118b.

[0134] The housing 110 can be provided in a form in which one side thereof is open. The housing 110 can include the first moving part 111, the second moving part 112, the third moving part 113, and the fourth moving part 114 described above. The water supply pump 140, the drain pump 150, and the driving motor 160 described later can be accommodated in the inside of the housing 110. The detergent box 131 can be provided in the inside of the housing 110, and the substrate 118a and the battery 118b can be accommodated therein. The housing cover 110a can be provided to cover the open side of the housing 110.

[0135] According to an embodiment, the housing 110 can include a water bucket insertion part 106 which can be equipped to introduce or discharge the water bucket 120, and a water bucket accommodation part 117 which can be equipped to accommodate the water bucket 120 introduced inside the housing 110 through the water bucket insertion part 106. The water bucket accommodation part 117 can be equipped with a water supply connection part 117b connected to the first water bucket opening 121a of the water bucket 120 and a water discharge connection part 117a connected to the second water bucket opening 122a of the water bucket 120.

[0136] Referring to Figure 7 , the partial washing device 100 can include a driving motor 160 which provides a driving force to rotate the drum part 105, and a gear part 161 equipped to transmit the driving force of the driving motor 160 to the drum part 105. According to an embodiment, the gear part 161 can include a first gear 162 connected to a driving shaft of the driving motor 160, a second gear 164 connected to the drum part 105, and a third gear 163 equipped to engage with the first gear 162 and the second gear 164 between the first gear 162 and the second gear 164. The third gear 163 can be connected to a gear connection part 163a of the housing cover 110a.

[0137] The partial washing device 100 can include an ultrasonic vibrator 103a equipped to provide micro-vibration to the vibration part 103. The ultrasonic vibrator 103a can be equipped in plurality, for example, four ultrasonic vibrators 103a can be equipped inside the vibration part 103. When the housing cover 110a is coupled to the housing 110, the ultrasonic vibrator 103a can be disposed inside the housing 110.

[0138] Referring to Figure 7 and Figure 8 , the partial washing device 100 can include a water supply pump 140 equipped to move the water stored in the water supply bucket 121 to the water injection part 101 and the cleaning liquid injection part 102. The water supply pump 140 can be connected to a first water supply conduit 141 and a second water supply conduit 142. The water can move inside the first water supply conduit 141 and the second water supply conduit 142, and the first water supply conduit 141 and the second water supply conduit 142 can form a flow path of the water movement. The first water supply conduit 141 can be connected to the water supply connection part 117b and the water supply pump 140. The second water supply conduit 142 can be connected to the water supply pump 140 and the water injection part 101. When the water supply pump 140 is operated, the water of the water supply bucket 121 can flow into the water supply pump 140 through the first water bucket opening 121a, the water supply connection part 117b, and the first water supply conduit 141. The water flowing into the water supply pump 140 can be discharged to the second water supply conduit 142. The second water supply conduit 142 is connected to the water injection part 101, and thus the water discharged to the second water supply conduit 142 can be injected to the outside of the partial washing device 100 through the water injection part 101.

[0139] According to an embodiment, the local washing device 100 can further include a third water supply conduit 143 branched from one location of the second water supply conduit 142. The third water supply conduit 143 can be connected with the connection conduit 133 to be described later. Water of the third water supply conduit 143 can be sprayed to the outside of the local washing device 100 through the cleaning liquid spraying part 102 after being mixed with the detergent of the detergent box 131 inside the connection conduit 133. In this regard, a detailed description will be made later.

[0140] Referring to Figure 7 and Figure 8 , the local washing device 100 can include a drain pump 150 equipped to move water, cleaning liquid, and foreign substances from the suction part 104 to the drain tub 122. The drain pump 150 can be connected with a first drain pipe 151 and a second drain pipe 152. Water can move inside the first drain pipe 151 and the second drain pipe 152, and the first drain pipe 151 and the second drain pipe 152 can form a flow path for the water movement. The first drain pipe 151 can be connected with the suction part 104 and the drain pump 150. The second drain pipe 152 can be connected with the drain pump 150 and the drain connection part 117a. As the drain pump 150 operates, water, cleaning liquid, and foreign substances can flow into the drain pump 150 through the first drain pipe 151 via the suction part 104. The water, cleaning liquid, and foreign substances flowing into the drain pump 150 can be drained to the second drain pipe 152. Since the second drain pipe 152 is connected with the drain tub 122 through the drain connection part 117a and the second tub opening 122a, the water, cleaning liquid, and foreign substances drained to the second drain pipe 152 can be stored in the drain tub 122.

[0141] The local washing device 100 can include a detergent box 131 equipped to accommodate a detergent. According to an embodiment, the detergent box 131 can be integrally formed with the housing 110. However, it is not limited thereto, and the detergent box 131 can be a separate configuration accommodated inside the housing 110 and can be equipped to be separable from the housing 110. The detergent box 131 can be connected with the detergent introduction port 107. The detergent introduced through the detergent introduction port 107 can be stored in the detergent box 131.

[0142] The detergent box 131 can include a detergent discharge port 131a. The detergent inside the detergent box 131 can be discharged to the outside of the detergent box 131 through the detergent discharge port 131a.

[0143] The detergent box discharge port 131a can be connected with the detergent conduit 132. The detergent conduit 132 can form a flow path for the detergent to move. The detergent conduit 132 can be connected with the connection conduit 133. The connection conduit 133 can be equipped in a T-valve form. The connection conduit 133 can include two flow inlets and one discharge port. One of the two flow inlets of the connection conduit 133 can be connected with the third water supply conduit 143, and the other can be connected with the detergent conduit 132. The discharge port of the connection conduit 133 can be connected with the cleaning liquid injection part 102.

[0144] Referring to Figure 9 The connection conduit 133 can include a first flow inlet 133a connected with the third water supply conduit 143, a second flow inlet 133c connected with the detergent conduit 132, and a discharge port 133d connected with the cleaning liquid injection part 102. After the water flowing in through the first flow inlet 133a and the detergent flowing in through the second flow inlet 133c are mixed in the connection conduit 133, the mixed cleaning liquid can be discharged through the discharge port 133d.

[0145] The connection conduit 133 can include a nozzle part 133b equipped at one end of the first flow inlet 133a. One end of the nozzle part 133b can have the same diameter as the first flow inlet 133a to be connected with the first flow inlet 133a. The other end of the nozzle part 133b can have a smaller diameter than the first flow inlet 133a. That is, the nozzle part 133b can be equipped such that its diameter decreases from one end of the nozzle part 133b toward the other end. Due to this structure of the nozzle part 133b, the flow rate of the water flowing in to one end of the nozzle part 133b can increase when the water is discharged to the other end of the nozzle part 133b. This is because as the flow path area decreases while passing through the nozzle part 133b, the pressure decreases and the flow rate increases. As the fluid pressure decreases at the other end of the nozzle part 133b, the detergent inside the detergent conduit 132 moves to the inside of the connection conduit 133 having a relatively low pressure. The water passing through the other end of the nozzle part 133b and the detergent flowing in through the second flow inlet 133c can be mixed inside the connection conduit 133. The cleaning liquid in which the water and the detergent are mixed can be discharged through the discharge port 133d of the connection conduit 133. Since the discharge port 133d is connected with the cleaning liquid injection part 102, the water and the detergent mixed inside the connection conduit 133 can be injected to the outside of the local washing device 100 through the cleaning liquid injection part 102. As described above, the connection conduit 133 includes the nozzle part 133b inside thereof, so that the water and the detergent can be automatically mixed using the pressure difference even without a separate driving device.

[0146] The local washing apparatus 100 can include a battery 118b equipped to supply power to electronic components (e.g., the water supply pump 140, the drain pump 150, the driving motor 160, and / or the ultrasonic vibrator 103a), and a charging terminal 115 equipped to charge the battery 118b. The charging terminal 115 can include an anode 115a and a cathode 115b.

[0147] The local washing apparatus 100 can include a substrate 118a on which a second control part 180 and a second communication part 190 described later are mounted. The substrate 118a can be accommodated inside the housing 110. In addition to the second control part 180 and the second communication part 190 described above, the substrate 118a can be mounted with various components (e.g., a heat sink) as needed.

[0148] Figure 10 A local washing apparatus according to an embodiment is illustrated.

[0149] Referring to Figure 10 , the local washing apparatus 100 according to an embodiment can include a water injection part 101, a cleaning liquid injection part 102, a vibration part 103, and a suction part 104. In other words, the local washing apparatus 100 can be configured to include only the vibration part among the vibration part and the drum part.

[0150] Figure 11 A local washing apparatus according to an embodiment is illustrated.

[0151] Referring to Figure 11 , the local washing apparatus 100 according to an embodiment can include a water injection part 101, a cleaning liquid injection part 102, a drum part 105, and a suction part 104. In other words, the local washing apparatus 100 can be configured to include only the drum part among the vibration part and the drum part.

[0152] Figure 12 is an exploded perspective view of a second door and a moving apparatus according to an embodiment. Figure 13 is illustrated from another angle Figure 12 .

[0153] Referring to Figure 12 and Figure 13 , the laundry care machine 1 can include a moving apparatus 200 equipped to move the local washing apparatus 100. The moving apparatus 200 can be equipped to move the local washing apparatus 100 in the first direction and the second direction within the second chamber 22. The moving apparatus 200 can be equipped at the back of the second door 30 and disposed inside the second chamber 22 when the second door 30 is closed.

[0154] The moving device 200 can include a first motor 210 providing a driving force to move the local washing device 100 in a first direction and a second motor 220 providing a driving force to move the local washing device 100 in a second direction. The moving device 200 can include a first shaft 211 extending in the first direction and connected with the first motor 210 and a second shaft 221 extending in the second direction and connected with the second motor 220. The first shaft 211 can rotate in a clockwise direction or a counterclockwise direction by the driving force of the first motor 210. The second shaft 221 can rotate in a clockwise direction or a counterclockwise direction by the driving force of the second motor 220.

[0155] According to an embodiment, the moving device 200 can further include a third motor 230 providing a driving force to move the local washing device 100 in the first direction and a fourth motor 240 providing a driving force to move the local washing device 100 in the second direction. The moving device 200 can further include a third shaft 231 extending in the first direction and arranged in parallel with the first shaft 211 and a fourth shaft 241 extending in the second direction and arranged in parallel with the second shaft 221. The third shaft 231 can rotate from the third motor 230, and the fourth shaft 241 can rotate from the fourth motor 240. The third motor 230 can provide the driving force to move the local washing device 100 in the first direction together with the first motor 210. The fourth motor 240 can provide the driving force to move the local washing device 100 in the second direction together with the second motor 220.

[0156] Unlike the illustrated embodiment, the moving device can include only the first motor and the second motor. In this case, the moving device can include a first link member connecting the first shaft and the third shaft to rotate the first shaft and the third shaft together and a second link member connecting the second shaft and the fourth shaft to rotate the second shaft and the fourth shaft together. If the first motor rotates the first shaft in a clockwise direction or a counterclockwise direction, the first shaft and the third shaft can rotate together in the clockwise direction or the counterclockwise direction by the first link member. If the second motor rotates the second shaft in a clockwise direction or a counterclockwise direction, the second shaft and the fourth shaft can rotate together in the clockwise direction or the counterclockwise direction by the second link member.

[0157] The moving device 200 can include a frame 250 supporting the local washing device 100. The frame 250 can support the local washing device 100 so that the local washing device 100 can move in the first direction within the frame 250. The frame 250 can extend in the first direction. The frame 250 can accommodate the local washing device 100, the first motor 210, the third motor 230, the first shaft 211, and the third shaft 231. The frame 250 can be connected with the second shaft 221 and the fourth shaft 241. The frame 250 can move along the second shaft 221 and the fourth shaft 241.

[0158] The frame 250 can accommodate the local washing device 100 so that at least a portion of the local washing device 100 is exposed to the second chamber 22. The frame 250 can support the local washing device 100 so that the local washing device 100 can move within the frame 250. The frame 250 can extend in the first direction, and the local washing device 100 can move in the first direction within the frame 250. The local washing device 100 can move in the up-down direction within the frame 250.

[0159] The frame 250 can include a frame body 260 and a frame cover 270 coupled to the frame body 260.

[0160] The frame body 260 can include a first frame hole 265 equipped to insert the local washing device 100. The local washing device 100 can be inserted in the first frame hole 265. At least a portion of the local washing device 100 can protrude outside the frame body 260 through the first frame hole 265. The first frame hole 265 can extend in the first direction and guide movement of the local washing device 100 in the first direction. The local washing device 100 can move in the first direction within the first frame hole 265. Unlike as shown in the drawings, the frame body 260 can not include the first frame hole, and the local washing device 100 can be accommodated inside the frame body 260.

[0161] The frame body 260 can include a first frame moving part 261 and a second frame moving part 262 equipped to be connected with the second shaft 221 and move in the second direction along the second shaft 221. The first frame moving part 261 and the second frame moving part 262 can be arranged apart in the left-right direction. The first frame moving part 261 can be arranged adjacent to the one side upper end of the frame body 260, and the second frame moving part 262 can be arranged adjacent to the other side upper end of the frame body 260.

[0162] The frame body 260 can include a third frame moving part 263 and a fourth frame moving part 264 equipped to be connected with the fourth shaft 241 and move in the second direction along the fourth shaft 241. The third frame moving part 263 and the fourth frame moving part 264 can be arranged apart in the left-right direction. The third frame moving part 263 can be arranged adjacent to the one side lower end of the frame body 260, and the fourth frame moving part 264 can be arranged adjacent to the other side lower end of the frame body 260.

[0163] The frame body 260 can include a first frame moving part 261, a second frame moving part 262, a third frame moving part 263, and a fourth frame moving part 264. Each of the first frame moving part 261, the second frame moving part 262, the third frame moving part 263, and the fourth frame moving part 264 can include a hole equipped to pass a shaft therethrough. A thread corresponding to a thread formed in the second shaft 221 or the fourth shaft 241 can be formed in the hole of each of the first frame moving part 261, the second frame moving part 262, the third frame moving part 263, and the fourth frame moving part 264. Thus, as the second shaft 221 is rotated in one direction, the first frame moving part 261 and the second frame moving part 262 can move to the left or right side, and as the second shaft 221 is rotated in the other direction, the first frame moving part 261 and the second frame moving part 262 can move to the right or left side. Likewise, as the fourth shaft 241 is rotated in one direction, the third frame moving part 263 and the fourth frame moving part 264 can move to the left or right side, and as the fourth shaft 241 is rotated in the other direction, the third frame moving part 263 and the fourth frame moving part 264 can move to the right or left side. The one direction and the other direction of the shaft rotation can respectively refer to a clockwise direction (CW) and a counterclockwise direction (CCW).

[0164] The frame cover 270 can be coupled to the frame body 260 to cover an open side of the frame body 260. The frame cover 270 can be coupled to the frame body 260 to form an internal space of the frame 250 that accommodates the partial washing device 100, the first motor 210, the third motor 230, the first shaft 211, and the third shaft 231.

[0165] The frame cover 270 can include a first shaft support part 271, 272 equipped to support the first shaft 211, and a third shaft support part 273, 274 equipped to support the third shaft 231. The frame cover 270 can include a first motor mounting part 275 on which the first motor 210 is mounted, and a third motor mounting part 276 on which the third motor 230 is mounted. The frame cover 270 can include a second frame hole 277 formed through the frame cover 270 to expose the partial washing device 100 to the second chamber 22.

[0166] The first shaft support portions 271 and 272 can be connected with the first shaft 211. The first shaft support portions 271 and 272 can include a first upper side support portion 271 disposed adjacent to an upper end of one side of the frame cover 270 and a first lower side support portion 272 disposed adjacent to a lower end of the one side of the frame cover 270. The first upper side support portion 271 and the first lower side support portion 272 can each include a hole through which the first shaft 211 passes. The first shaft 211 can rotate within the first upper side support portion 271 and the first lower side support portion 272. The first shaft 211 can idle within the first upper side support portion 271 and the first lower side support portion 272. In other words, even if the first shaft 211 rotates within the first upper side support portion 271 and the first lower side support portion 272, the first upper side support portion 271 and the first lower side support portion 272 can not move in the first direction.

[0167] The third shaft support portions 273 and 274 can be connected with the third shaft 231. The third shaft support portions 273 and 274 can include a second upper side support portion 273 disposed adjacent to an upper end of the other side of the frame cover 270 and a second lower side support portion 274 disposed adjacent to a lower end of the other side of the frame cover 270. The second upper side support portion 273 and the second lower side support portion 274 can each include a hole through which the third shaft 231 passes. The third shaft 231 can rotate within the second upper side support portion 273 and the second lower side support portion 274. The third shaft 231 can idle within the second upper side support portion 273 and the second lower side support portion 274. In other words, even if the third shaft 231 rotates within the second upper side support portion 273 and the second lower side support portion 274, the second upper side support portion 273 and the second lower side support portion 274 can not move in the first direction.

[0168] The first motor 210 can be installed in the first motor installation portion 275. Although a specific structure is not shown in the drawings, the first motor installation portion 275 can support the first motor 210 in various structures. For example, the first motor installation portion 275 can include an elastic protrusion for the first motor 210 to be insertedly coupled to the first motor installation portion 275.

[0169] The third motor 230 can be installed in the third motor installation portion 276. Although a specific structure is not shown in the drawings, the third motor installation portion 276 can support the third motor 230 in various structures. For example, the third motor installation portion 276 can include an elastic protrusion for the third motor 230 to be insertedly coupled to the third motor installation portion 276.

[0170] The frame cover 270 can include a second frame hole 277 equipped to insert the local washing device 100. The second frame hole 277 can insert the local washing device 100. At least a portion of the local washing device 100 can pass through the second frame hole 277 and protrude to the outside of the frame cover 270. The local washing device 100 can be exposed to the second chamber 22 through the second frame hole 277. The local washing device 100 exposed to the second chamber 22 can locally wash the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22. The second frame hole 277 can extend in the first direction and guide the movement of the local washing device 100 in the first direction. The local washing device 100 can move in the first direction within the second frame hole 277.

[0171] The moving device 200 can include a second motor 220 and a fourth motor 240 that provide driving force to move the local washing device 100 in the second direction. The second motor 220 can be connected with a second shaft 221, and the fourth motor 240 can be connected with a fourth shaft 241.

[0172] The second motor 220 and the fourth motor 240 can be combined to the second door 30. The second door 30 can include a door body 31 and a support frame 32 combined to the back of the door body 31. The door body 31 can be rotatably combined to the first door 20. The door body 31 can open or close the second chamber 22.

[0173] The second motor 220 and the fourth motor 240 can be installed to the support frame 32 of the second door 30. The second motor 220 can be installed to a second motor installation portion 32a of the support frame 32. The second motor installation portion 32a can be equipped adjacent to the upper end of one side of the support frame 32. Although a specific structure is not shown in the drawings, the second motor installation portion 32a can support the second motor 220 in various structures. For example, the second motor installation portion 32a can include an elastic protrusion to insert the second motor 220 combined to the second motor installation portion 32a. The fourth motor 240 can be installed to a fourth motor installation portion 32b of the support frame 32. The fourth motor installation portion 32b can be disposed adjacent to the lower end of one side of the support frame. Although a specific structure is not shown in the drawings, the fourth motor installation portion 32b can support the fourth motor 240 in various structures. For example, the fourth motor installation portion 32b can include an elastic protrusion to insert the fourth motor 240 combined to the fourth motor installation portion 32b.

[0174] The second shaft 221 can be connected with a second shaft support portion 32c of the support frame 32. The second shaft support portion 32c can be provided adjacent to the other side upper end of the support frame 32. The second shaft support portion 32c can include a hole provided for the second shaft 221 to pass through. The second shaft 221 can be idle within the second shaft support portion 32c. In other words, even if the second shaft 221 rotates within the second shaft support portion 32c, the second shaft support portion 32c can not move in the second direction.

[0175] The fourth shaft 241 can be connected with a fourth shaft support portion 32d of the support frame 32. The fourth shaft support portion 32d can be provided adjacent to the other side lower end of the support frame 32. The fourth shaft support portion 32d can include a hole provided for the fourth shaft 241 to pass through. The fourth shaft 241 can be idle within the fourth shaft support portion 32d. In other words, even if the fourth shaft 241 rotates within the fourth shaft support portion 32d, the fourth shaft support portion 32d can not move in the second direction.

[0176] The support frame 32 can include a support frame hole 32e formed through the support frame 32 to allow the frame 250 to move in the second direction within the support frame 32. The frame 250 can move in the second direction within the support frame hole 32e.

[0177] As described above, the partial washing device 100 can move in the first direction within the frame 250. The frame 250, in which the partial washing device 100 is accommodated, can move in the second direction within the support frame 32 of the second door 30. Thus, the partial washing device 100 can move in the first direction and the second direction. In other words, the partial washing device 100 can move in the up, down, left, and right directions within the second chamber 22.

[0178] Figure 14 A second chamber according to an embodiment is illustrated. Figure 15 An enlarged view of Figure 4 part B is illustrated. Figure 16 An enlarged view of Figure 3 part A is illustrated.

[0179] Referring to Figures 14 to 16 , the laundry care machine 1 can include a support portion 80 and a fixing portion 90 provided inside the second chamber 22.

[0180] A lighting device 38 can be provided inside the second chamber 22. For example, the lighting device 38 can be provided at the upper end of the housing 23 forming the second chamber 22.

[0181] The support portion 80 can be disposed adjacent to the upper end of the second chamber 22. As Figure 14 illustred, the support portion 80 can be provided to support a hanger H or to support laundry. The support portion 80 can be provided to be movable in a vertical direction.

[0182] The support portion 80 can include a guide hole 82 extending in a vertical direction and a support member 81 provided to be movable in the vertical direction along the guide hole 82 and fixed to a position within the guide hole 82.

[0183] The guide hole 82 can be formed at a rear surface of the second chamber 22. The guide hole 82 can be formed at a position adjacent to an upper end of the rear surface of the second chamber 22. The guide hole 82 can extend in the vertical direction. The support member 81 can be movable in the vertical direction within the guide hole 82. Accordingly, the guide hole 82 can define a range of movement of the support member 81 in the vertical direction. In order to increase the range of vertical movement of the support member 81, the extension length of the guide hole 82 in the vertical direction can be increased.

[0184] The support portion 80 can include a coupling member 85 coupled to the support member 81 to fix the support member 81 to a position within the guide hole 82. The coupling member 85 can be coupled to the support member 81 at an outer side of the second chamber 22. The coupling member 85 can be coupled to the support member 81 by rotation. For example, the coupling member 85 can correspond to a nut, and the support member 81 can correspond to a bolt. The coupling member 85 can include a screw thread 85a at an inner surface thereof, and the support member 81 can include a screw thread 81a at an outer surface thereof.

[0185] The support member 81 can include a first groove 83a and a second groove 84c provided to have at least a portion of the clothes hanger H inserted thereinto. The support member 81 can include a first protrusion 83 and a second protrusion 84a protruding in a radial direction from the support member 81 to form the first groove 83a. The support member 81 can include a third protrusion 84b protruding in the radial direction from the support member 81 to form the second groove 84c. The first groove 83a can be formed between the first protrusion 83 and the second protrusion 84a, and the second groove 84c can be formed between the second protrusion 84a and the third protrusion 84b.

[0186] The first groove 83a can have a greater width in the front-rear direction than the second groove 84c. The front-rear direction can refer to a left-right direction of the clothes hanger H. The user can insert the clothes hanger H into the second groove 84c to fix the clothes hanger H in the front-rear direction. In the case where the thickness of the clothes hanger is thick to be unable to be inserted into the second groove 84c, the user can insert the clothes hanger into the first groove 83a. That is, according to the user's selection, the clothes hanger H can be inserted into the first groove 83a or the second groove 84c so that the clothes hanger H can be placed in the second chamber 22. Figure 15

[0187] Referring to Figure 16 , the laundry care apparatus 1 can include a fixing portion 90 provided to fix laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22.

[0188] ​The fixing part 90 can be equipped to grasp and fix at least a portion of the laundry. The fixing part 90 can include a bar 93 which can be disposed adjacent to the lower end of the second chamber 22 and equipped to traverse the second chamber 22 in the horizontal direction, and fixing members 91, 92 which can be equipped to be movable in the horizontal direction along the bar 93.

[0189] The fixing members 91, 92 can be equipped to grasp and fix the laundry. The fixing members 91, 92 can include two fixing members (e.g., a first fixing member 91 and a second fixing member 92). Unlike this, the number of fixing members can be one or more than three.

[0190] The first fixing member 91 can include a first moving member 91a equipped to be movable in the horizontal direction along the bar 93, and a first rotating member 91b rotatably coupled with respect to the first moving member 91a. The first rotating member 91b can be elastically biased in a direction close to the first moving member 91a. To this end, the first fixing member 91 can include an elastic member (not shown).

[0191] The second fixing member 92 can include a second moving member 92a equipped to be movable in the horizontal direction along the bar 93, and a second rotating member 92b rotatably coupled with respect to the second moving member 92a. The second rotating member 92b can be elastically biased in a direction close to the second moving member 92a. To this end, the second fixing member 92 can include an elastic member (not shown).

[0192] According to an embodiment, the bar 93 can be fixed at a position adjacent to the lower end of the second chamber 22. Even though the bar 93 is fixed, the support member 81 can be equipped to be movable in the vertical direction within the guide hole 82, and thus the support member 81 or the hanger H hung on the support member 81 can support the upper side of the laundry, and the fixing members 91, 92 can fix the lower side of the laundry. In the case where the length in the up-and-down direction of the laundry is short, the support member 81 is moved downward, and thus the support member 81 or the hanger H hung on the support member 81 supports the upper side of the laundry, and the fixing members 91, 92 can fix the lower side of the laundry. In order to fix the upper and lower sides of more various sizes of laundry, the bar 93 can be equipped to be movable in the up-and-down direction.

[0193] The laundry care machine 1 can include the support part 80 and the fixing part 90 so that the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 can be stretched in the up-and-down direction. The support part 80 can fix the upper side of the laundry, and the fixing part 90 can grasp and fix the lower side of the laundry, and thus the laundry can be maintained in a taut state. Thereby, the partial washing of the partial washing device 100 can be made easier, and the washing efficiency of the partial washing device 100 can be improved.

[0194] Referring to Figure 16 The second chamber 22 can be equipped with a home position portion 25. The home position portion 25 can be equipped with charging terminals 25a, 25b configured to charge a battery of the local washing device 100. The charging terminals 25a, 25b can include an anode 25a and a cathode 25b.

[0195] The local washing device 100 can be docked with the home position portion 25 so that the charging terminals 115a, 115b of the local washing device 100 and the charging terminals 25a, 25b of the home position portion 25 equipped in the first door 20 are in contact with each other, respectively. After the local washing device 100 is docked with the home position portion 25 and the battery 118b is charged, the receiving control portion 300 (see Figure 17 ) receives a command to wash a target portion of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22.

[0196] Figure 17 is a control block diagram of a laundry care machine according to an embodiment.

[0197] Referring to Figure 17 , the laundry care machine 1 according to an embodiment can include a switchable mirror 35, a control panel 70, a heat exchange device 45, a first fan 42, a steam generation device 40, a second fan 75, an actuator 76, an illumination device 78, a local washing device 100, a moving device 200, a communication portion 330, and / or a first control portion 300.

[0198] The switchable mirror 35 can operate in a mirror mode and a transparent mode.

[0199] The mirror mode can refer to a mode that reflects most of incident light, and the transparent mode can refer to a mode that transmits most of incident light. The transparent mode can include a full transparent mode and / or a transparent display mode. The full transparent mode can refer to a mode that transmits most of incident light without displaying an image, and the transparent display mode can refer to a mode that transmits most of incident light in addition to displaying an image.

[0200] The switchable mirror 35 can operate in the mirror mode or the transparent mode based on a control signal of the first control portion 300.

[0201] Figure 18 is a diagram for explaining a switchable mirror according to an embodiment.

[0202] Referring to Figure 18 , the switchable mirror 35 can include a first layer 35-1, a second layer 35-2, and a third layer 35-3.

[0203] The first layer 35-1, the second layer 35-2, and the third layer 35-3 can be sequentially stacked in a direction from a front surface to a rear surface of the laundry care machine 1.

[0204] The first layer 35-1 can include a transparent mirror capable of operating in a mirror mode and a transparent mode. The first layer 35-1 can include a first polarizing plate, a first transparent electrode (TCO: Transparent Conductive Oxide), a liquid crystal layer, a second transparent electrode, and a second polarizing plate.

[0205] The first layer 35-1 can operate in the mirror mode or the transparent mode according to a voltage applied to the liquid crystal layer. If the first layer 35-1 operates in the transparent mode, light irradiated toward the first layer 35-1 can be transmitted through the first layer 35-1. If the first layer 35-1 operates in the mirror mode, most of the light irradiated toward the first layer 35-1 can be reflected by the first layer 35-1.

[0206] The second layer 35-2 can include a transparent display. The transparent display can include a display panel 35b. The transparent display can include an LCD display, a micro LED display, and / or an OLED display.

[0207] In the case of an embodiment in which the second layer 35-2 includes a transparent LCD display, the switchable mirror 35 can further include an edge-type backlight unit.

[0208] In the case of an embodiment in which the second layer 35-2 is implemented as a transparent LCD display, the second layer 35-2 can include a first polarizing plate, a first transparent electrode, a transparent color filter, a liquid crystal layer, a second transparent electrode, and a second polarizing plate. The display panel 35b can also include the liquid crystal layer.

[0209] In the case of an embodiment in which the second layer 35-2 is implemented as a transparent micro LED display, the second layer 35-2 can include a first polarizer, a first transparent electrode, a light emitting layer, a transparent color filter, a second transparent electrode, and a second polarizer. The display panel 35b can include the light emitting layer. The light emitting layer can include a plurality of micro LEDs.

[0210] In the case of an embodiment in which the second layer 35-2 is implemented as a transparent OLED display, the second layer 35-2 can include a first polarizing plate, a first transparent electrode, a light emitting layer, a second transparent electrode, and a second polarizing plate. The display panel 35b can include the light emitting layer. The light emitting layer can include a plurality of OLEDs.

[0211] The display panel 35b of the second layer 35-2 can output an image based on a control signal of the first control portion 300.

[0212] The third layer 35-3 can operate in a transparent mode that transmits light and an opaque mode that reflects light.

[0213] The third layer 35-3 can include a polyethyleneterephthalate (PET) film and a polymer dispersed liquid crystal (PDLC) film.

[0214] The third layer 35-3 can operate in a transparent mode or an opaque mode according to a voltage applied to the PDLC film. The opaque mode can be replaced with a black mode.

[0215] The switchable mirror 35 can operate in a transparent mode in a case where the first layer 35-1 and the third layer 35-3 all operate in the transparent mode. The transparent mode can include a full transparent mode and a transparent display mode.

[0216] The switchable mirror 35 can operate in the transparent display mode in a case where the second layer 35-2 outputs an image while the first layer 35-1 and the third layer 35-3 all operate in the transparent mode, and can operate in the full transparent mode in a case where the second layer 35-2 does not output an image while the first layer 35-1 and the third layer 35-3 all operate in the transparent mode.

[0217] The switchable mirror 35 can operate in a mirror mode in a case where the first layer 35-1 operates in the mirror mode and the third layer 35-3 operates in the opaque mode.

[0218] According to various embodiments, the switchable mirror 35 can be implemented only by the first layer 35-1. In a case where the switchable mirror 35 includes only the first layer 35-1, the switchable mirror 35 operating in the transparent mode can refer to the switchable mirror 35 operating in the full transparent mode.

[0219] According to various embodiments, the switchable mirror 35 can be implemented only by the first layer 35-1 and the third layer 35-3. In a case where the switchable mirror 35 includes only the first layer 35-1 and the third layer 35-3, the switchable mirror 35 operating in the transparent mode can refer to the switchable mirror 35 operating in the full transparent mode.

[0220] According to various embodiments, the switchable mirror 35 can be implemented only by the first layer 35-1 and the second layer 35-2.

[0221] In an embodiment, the switchable mirror 35 can include a touch panel 35a. For example, the first layer 35-1, the second layer 35-2, and / or the third layer 35-3 can include the touch panel 35a.

[0222] The touch panel 35a can sense a touch input of a user.

[0223] The switchable mirror 35 according to an embodiment can form a front surface of the second door 30. In a case where the switchable mirror 35 is operated in a transparent mode, a user can observe laundry in the second chamber 22 even without opening the second door 30. As described later, since a user can observe laundry in the second chamber without opening the second door 30, convenience can be ensured when setting a target site.

[0224] Also, in a case where the switchable mirror 35 is operated in a mirror mode, a user can use the laundry care machine 1 as a mirror.

[0225] Also, since the switchable mirror 35 includes a touch panel, a space capable of receiving a user input can be ensured in addition to the control panel 70.

[0226] The control panel 70 can include at least one input interface 70a and at least one output interface 70b.

[0227] The at least one input interface 70a can convert sensory information received from a user into an electrical signal.

[0228] Figure 19a An example of a control panel according to an embodiment is illustrated.

[0229] Referring to Figure 19a The at least one input interface 70a can include a power button 70a-1, program selection buttons 70a-2, 70a-3, 70a-4, direction selection buttons 70a-5, 70a-6, an operation / pause button 70a-7, a second door 30 opening button 70a-8, a mirror conversion button 70a-9, a communication button 70a-10, an illumination button 70a-11, and / or a selection button 70a-12.

[0230] Each button can include a visual indicator (e.g., a phrase, an icon, etc.) capable of indicating a function thereof.

[0231] For example, the at least one input interface 70a can include a tact switch, a push switch, a slide switch, a jog switch, a micro switch, a touch switch, a touchpad, a touch screen, a jog dial, and / or a microphone, etc.

[0232] In the present disclosure, a "button" can be replaced with a User Interface Element, a tact switch, a push switch, a slide switch, a jog switch, a micro switch, a touch switch, a touchpad, a touch screen, a jog dial, and / or a microphone.

[0233] The at least one output interface 70b can generate sensory information, thereby delivering various information related to the operation of the laundry care apparatus 1 to the user.

[0234] For example, the at least one output interface 70b can deliver information related to a laundry care program and an operation time of the laundry care apparatus 1, a target part setting of local care, etc. to the user. The information about the operation of the laundry care apparatus 1 can be output through a display 70b-1, indicators 70b-2, 70b-3, 70b-4, 70b-5, a voice, etc. For example, the at least one output interface 70b can include a liquid crystal display (LCD) panel, an indicator, a light emitting diode (LED) panel, a speaker, etc.

[0235] The display 70b-1 can output information related to a laundry care program, an operation time of the laundry care apparatus 1, a target part setting of local care, etc. The display 70b-1 can include a touch panel for receiving a touch input of the user.

[0236] The indicators 70b-2, 70b-3, 70b-4, 70b-5 can visually notify the user of the operation state of the laundry care apparatus 1.

[0237] The laundry care indicator 70b-2 can be lit in the laundry care program operation.

[0238] The delicate dry indicator 70b-3 can be lit in the delicate dry program operation.

[0239] The local care indicator 70b-4 can be lit in the local care program operation.

[0240] The lighting indicator 70b-5 can be lit in the operation of the lighting device 38.

[0241] The power button 70a-1 is a button for turning on or off the power of the laundry care apparatus 1.

[0242] The program selection buttons 70a-2, 70a-3, 70a-4 are buttons for selecting a program of the laundry care apparatus 1.

[0243] The program selection buttons 70a-2, 70a-3, 70a-4 can include buttons 70a-2, 70a-3 for selecting a program of caring for laundry accommodated in the first chamber 11 and a button 70a-4 for selecting a program of caring for laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22.

[0244] The button for selecting a program of caring for laundry accommodated in the first chamber 11 can include a laundry care button 70a-2.

[0245] If the laundry care button 70a-2 is selected, at least one program corresponding to the laundry care can be displayed on the output interface 70b (e.g., the display 70b-1), and the user can select a desired program using the direction selection buttons 70a-5, 70a-6. The at least one program can include a variety of programs such as a standard program, a bulk care program, a sterilization program, a lint program, a turbo program, an alternating program, a jeans program, a coat program, a wool / knit program, a suit program, etc.

[0246] The button for selecting a program for caring for laundry accommodated in the first chamber 11 can include a delicate dry button 70a-2.

[0247] If the delicate dry button 70a-2 is selected, at least one program corresponding to the delicate dry can be displayed on the output interface 70b (e.g., the display 70b-10), and the user can select a desired program using the direction selection buttons 70a-5, 70a-6. The at least one program can include a variety of programs such as a custom dry program, a shirt program, a swimwear program, an outdoor wear program, a workout wear program, a chiffon program, a jeans program, a coat program, a wool / knit program, a suit program, and a space dehumidification program, etc.

[0248] If the operation button 70a-7 is selected after a program for caring for laundry is selected, the first control portion 300 can control the configuration (e.g., the heat exchange device 45, the steam generation device 40, the first fan 42, and / or the second fan 75) of the laundry care machine 1 according to the algorithm of the selected program to perform the selected program.

[0249] According to the present disclosure, because the second chamber 22 includes the air flow inlet ports 24a, 24b and the air flow discharge port 24c, in the case where a program for caring for laundry accommodated in the first chamber 11 is performed, laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 can also be cared for together.

[0250] Accordingly, the user can also select a program for caring for laundry accommodated in the first chamber 11 to care for laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22.

[0251] The button 70a-4 for selecting a program for caring for laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 can include a partial care button 70a-4.

[0252] The partial care button 70a-4 is a button for selecting a program for partially caring for laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 using the partial washing device 100.

[0253] If the local care button 70a-4 is selected, an interface for controlling the local washing apparatus 100 can be provided on the output interface 70b (e.g., the display 70b-1).

[0254] For example, if the local care button 70a-4 is selected, an interface for setting a target site can be provided on the output interface 70b (e.g., the display 70b-1).

[0255] The direction selection buttons 70a-5, 70a-6 can include a left button 70a-5 and a right button 70a-6. According to various embodiments, a case in which the direction selection buttons 70a-5, 70a-6 include an up button and a down button can also be implemented, and a button for a certain direction can also be omitted.

[0256] The direction selection buttons 70a-5, 70a-6 are buttons for operating an interface provided by the display 70b-1. For example, the direction selection buttons 70a-5, 70a-6 can be used to change a selection of a UI element provided by the display 70b-1.

[0257] In an embodiment, the direction selection buttons 70a-5, 70a-6 can also be used to set a target site in a local care program.

[0258] The operation / pause button 70a-7 is a button for operating a selected program or temporarily stopping a program in operation.

[0259] The second door 30 opening button 70a-8 is a button for automatically opening the second door 30.

[0260] The mirror conversion button 70a-9 is a button for converting an operation mode of the switchable mirror 35. The mirror conversion button 70a-9 can receive a user input for converting the switchable mirror 35 to a transparent mode or a mirror mode.

[0261] For example, if the mirror conversion button 70a-9 is selected during operation of the switchable mirror 35 in a mirror mode, the switchable mirror 35 can operate in a transparent mode. Conversely, if the mirror conversion button 70a-9 is selected during operation of the switchable mirror 35 in a transparent mode, the switchable mirror 35 can operate in a mirror mode.

[0262] The communication button 70a-10 is a button for communication settings of the laundry care machine 1. The laundry care machine 1 can connect with an access point (AP) through the communication button 70a-10. The laundry care machine 1 can communicate with an external device such as a server, a user device, or other home appliances through a surrounding connection repeater.

[0263] The lighting button 70a-11 is a button for turning on / off the lighting device 38.

[0264] If the lighting button 70a-11 is selected, an interface for setting the lighting device 38 can be provided to the display 70b-1, and the intensity of the output light and / or the color of the output light of the lighting device 38 can be adjusted through the interface for setting the lighting device 38.

[0265] The selection button 70a-12 is a button for operating the interface provided by the display 70b-1. For example, the selection button 70a-12 can be used to select a UI element provided by the display 70b-1.

[0266] Examples of various buttons included in the control panel 70 according to an embodiment of the disclosure are not limited to the above-described examples, and it is obvious that a part of the buttons can be omitted or a part of the buttons can be added.

[0267] For example, the control panel 70 can further include an interface button for displaying the user interface 36 related to the local washing device 100, which will be described later, on the switchable mirror 35, or for not displaying the user interface 36 on the switchable mirror 35.

[0268] The heat exchange device 45 for heating air supplied into the first chamber 11 can include a compressor 48 for compressing a refrigerant. The compressor 48 can be operated based on a control signal of the first control part 300.

[0269] The first fan 42 can circulate air in the first chamber 11 through the mechanical chamber 13, the evaporator 46, and the condenser 47 and discharge the air again to the first chamber 11. The first fan 42 can be operated based on a control signal of the first control part 300.

[0270] The steam generating device 40 can inject steam into the first chamber 11. The steam generating device 40 can be operated based on a control signal of the first control part 300.

[0271] The second fan 75 can circulate air in the first chamber 11 through the second airflow discharge port 12b or the laundry support part 50 and again to the first chamber 11. The second fan 75 can be operated based on a control signal of the first control part 300.

[0272] The actuator 76 can open the second door 30. The actuator 76 can be operated based on a control signal of the first control part 300. For example, the actuator 76 can be adopted as long as it is configured by a component such as an electromagnet or a link part, or is applied to be able to push the second door 30.

[0273] The lighting device 38 can provide light to the second chamber 22. The lighting device 38 can include a smart light bulb whose intensity and / or color of output light is adjustable. The lighting device 38 can operate based on a control signal of the first control part 300.

[0274] The laundry care machine 1 can include a first communication part 330 for wired and / or wireless communication with external devices (e.g., a server, a user device, the local washing device 100, and / or a home appliance).

[0275] The first communication part 330 can include at least one of a short-range communication module and a long-range communication module.

[0276] The first communication part 330 can transmit data to or receive data from external devices. For example, the first communication part 330 can establish communication with a server, a user device, and / or other home appliances, and transceive various data.

[0277] To this end, the first communication part 330 can support establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between external devices, and perform communication through the established communication channel. According to an embodiment, the first communication part 330 can include a wireless communication module (e.g., a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or a wired communication module (e.g., a local area network (LAN) communication module or a power line communication module). Respective ones of these communication modules can communicate with external devices through a first network such as a short-range communication network (e.g., Bluetooth, WiFi direct, or infrared data association (IrDA)) or a second network such as a long-range communication network (e.g., a legacy cellular network, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., a LAN or a WAN)). These various kinds of communication modules can be integrated into one constituent element (e.g., a single chip), or can be implemented as a plurality of constituent elements (e.g., a plurality of chips) independent of each other.

[0278] The short-range wireless communication module can include a Bluetooth communication module, a Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) communication module, a Near Field Communication module, a WLAN (Wi-Fi) communication module, a Zigbee communication module, and an infrared (IrDA: infrared Data Association) communication module, a WFD (Wi-Fi Direct) communication module, an ultrawideband (UWB: ultrawideband) communication module, an Ant+ communication module, a microwave (uWave) communication module, etc., but is not limited thereto.

[0279] The long-range communication module can include a communication module that performs various kinds of long-range communication, and can include a mobile first communication part 330. The mobile first communication part 330 transceives a wireless signal with at least one of a base station, an external terminal, and a server in a mobile communication network.

[0280] In an embodiment, the first communication part 330 can communicate with external devices such as a server, a user device, other home appliances, etc. through a surrounding connection repeater (Access Point (AP)). The connection repeater (AP) can connect a local area network (LAN) to which the laundry care machine 1, other home appliances, and / or a user device is connected to a wide area network (WAN) to which a server is connected. The laundry care machine 1, other home appliances, and / or a user device can be connected to the server through the wide area network (WAN).

[0281] The partial washing device 100 can be equipped inside the second chamber 22 to partially wash laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22.

[0282] The partial washing device 100 can include a second communication part 190 for controlling the configuration of the partial washing device 100 (the water injection part 101, the cleaning liquid injection part 102, the vibration part 103, the suction part 104, the drum part 105, and / or at least one sensor 108) and for communicating with external devices (e.g., a server, a user device, the first communication part 330, and / or a home appliance).

[0283] The second communication part 190 included in the partial washing device 100 can communicate with the first communication part 330 of the laundry care machine 1 in a wired or wireless manner.

[0284] In an embodiment, if the second communication part 190 included in the local washing device 100 performs wireless communication with the first communication part 330 of the laundry care machine 1, it is possible to effectively avoid the influence on the appearance inside the second chamber 22 due to a wire for connecting the cabinet 10 of the laundry care machine 1 and the local washing device 100.

[0285] The first control part 300 controlling the local washing device 100 can include the first control part 300 transmitting a control command to the second control part 180.

[0286] The second communication part 190 can communicate with the first communication part 330 of the laundry care machine 1 to transmit the control command transmitted from the first control part 300 to the second control part 180.

[0287] The second control part 180 can control the configuration of the local washing device 100 based on the control command transmitted from the first control part 300.

[0288] The moving device 200 can move the local washing device 100.

[0289] According to various embodiments, the moving device 200 can receive a control command from the second control part 180. That is, the second control part 180 can control the moving device 200. The moving device 200 can include a third control part (not shown) for controlling the first to fourth motors and a third communication part (not shown) performing wired or wireless communication.

[0290] For example, if the first control part 300 transmits a moving control signal to the local washing device 100, the second control part 180 of the local washing device 100 can control the moving device 200, so that the local washing device 100 can be moved. As another example, the motor of the moving device 200 can be connected to the second control part 180 of the local washing device 100 in a wired manner and directly controlled by the second control part 180.

[0291] According to various embodiments, the moving device 200 can receive a control command from the first control part 300. That is, the first control part 300 can control the moving device 200. For example, the first control part 300 can move the local washing device 100 by controlling the local washing device 100.

[0292] In the present disclosure, the control of the local washing device 100 can include not only the control of the plurality of configurations (the water spraying part 101, the cleaning liquid spraying part 102, the vibration part 103, the suction part 104, the drum part 105, and / or the at least one sensor 108) of the local washing device 100 but also the control of the movement of the local washing device 100 by controlling the moving device 200.

[0293] In an embodiment, the local washing device 100 can include at least one sensor 108. Sensor data collected from the at least one sensor 108 can be transmitted to the first control portion 300. For example, the sensor 108 of the local washing device 100 can include a camera, and image data collected from the camera can be transmitted to the first control portion 300.

[0294] The first control portion 300 can control various constituent elements (e.g., the switchable mirror 35, the control panel 70, the heat exchange device 45, the first fan 42, the steam generation device 40, the second fan 75, the actuator 76, the lighting device 38, the local washing device 100, the mobile device 200, the first communication portion 330) of the laundry care machine 1. The first control portion 300 can control various components of the laundry care machine 1 to perform a laundry care program or a local care program based on a user input. For example, the first control portion 300 can control the heat exchange device 45 and the first fan 42 to supply hot air into the first chamber 11, or can control the steam generation device 40 to supply steam into the first chamber 11, or can control the second fan 75 to circulate air of the first chamber 11, or can control the local washing device 100 to locally wash laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22.

[0295] As still another example, the first control portion 300 can control the actuator 76 to open the second door 30, can control the lighting device 38 to provide light into the second chamber 22, or can control the switchable mirror 35 to change an operation mode.

[0296] The first control portion 300 can process data collected from various constituent elements (e.g., the control panel 70, the switchable mirror 35, the first communication portion 330, the local washing device 100) of the laundry care machine 1. The first control portion 300 can process a user input inputted through the control panel 70 and / or the switchable mirror 35, and perform an operation corresponding to the user input.

[0297] For example, the first control portion 300 can change an operation mode of the switchable mirror 35 based on the mirror conversion button 70a-9 being selected.

[0298] For example, the first control portion 300 can operate the lighting device 38 based on the lighting button 70a-10 being selected.

[0299] As still another example, the first control portion 300 can control the actuator 76 to open the second door 30 based on the second door 30 opening button 70a-8 being selected.

[0300] The first control portion 300 can process image data collected from the at least one sensor 108 of the local washing device 100.

[0301] The first control portion 300 can include hardware such as a CPU, a Micom, or a memory, and software such as a control program. For example, the first control portion 300 can include at least one memory 320 storing data in the form of an algorithm or a program for controlling operations of constituent elements within the laundry care machine 1, and at least one processor 310 performing the above-described operations and the later-described operations using the data stored in the at least one memory 320. The memory 320 and the processor 310 can be implemented as separate chips, respectively. The processor 310 can include one or more processor chips, or can include one or more processing cores. The memory 320 can include one or more memory chips or one or more memory blocks. Also, the memory 320 and the processor 310 can be implemented as a single chip.

[0302] The at least one memory 320 can store an algorithm for setting a laundry care program, a local care program, a target portion.

[0303] For example, the first control portion 300 can be mounted on a printed circuit board provided on the rear surface of the control panel 70, but the position of the first control portion 300 is not limited thereto.

[0304] The first control portion 300 can be electrically connected with the switchable mirror 35, the control panel 70, the heat exchange device 45, the first fan 42, the steam generation device 40, the second fan 75, the actuator 76, the lighting device 38, the local washing device 100, the moving device 200, and / or the first communication portion 330.

[0305] Figure 17 The illustrated configuration is an example of the configuration of the laundry care machine 1 according to an embodiment, and the laundry care machine 1 according to an embodiment can include some configurations other than Figure 17 the illustrated configurations, or can not include some of the illustrated configurations. Figure 17

[0306] For example, the laundry care machine 1 according to an embodiment can include an actuator for automatically opening the first door 20, a first door opening / closing sensor sensing opening / closing of the first door 20, a second door opening / closing sensor sensing opening / closing of the second door 30, and a proximity sensor sensing approach of an object at a predetermined position around the laundry care machine 1, etc. In an embodiment, if the second door 30 is sensed to be opened by the second door opening / closing sensor, the first control portion 300 can turn on the lighting device 38.

[0307] Hereinafter, for convenience of explanation, the first control portion 300 is referred to as a control portion 300, and the first communication portion 330 is referred to as a communication portion 330.

[0308] Figure 19b ​An example of a user interface capable of being displayed on a switchable mirror according to an embodiment is illustrated.

[0309] Referring to Figure 19b According to an embodiment, the switchable mirror 35 can provide a user interface 36 related to the local washing device 100 according to a predetermined condition.

[0310] Since there is a limitation of a space for setting the control panel 70 in the cabinet 10 of the laundry care machine 1, the user interface related to the local washing device 100 can be provided by the switchable mirror 35.

[0311] According to an embodiment of the disclosure, the user interface 36 related to the local washing device 100 can be provided by the switchable mirror 35 so that a user can intuitively and easily control the local washing device 100.

[0312] The user interface 36 related to the local washing device 100 can include at least one of a UI element 36c, 36d, 36e, 36f, 36g, 36k for controlling the local washing device 100 or a visual indicator 36j for indicating state information of the local washing device 100.

[0313] The user interface 36 related to the local washing device 100 can further include an interface area 36h providing an interface for settings related to the local washing device 100.

[0314] The user interface 36 related to the local washing device 100 can be displayed in an area of at least a portion of the switchable mirror 35. In an embodiment, the user interface 36 related to the local washing device 100 can be displayed in the entire area of the switchable mirror 35 or in a partial area of the switchable mirror 35. The size of the user interface 36 related to the local washing device 100 can be changed according to a user's setting.

[0315] The user interface 36 related to the local washing device 100 can further include a mirror conversion button 36a for converting an operation mode of the switchable mirror 35 and / or an illumination button 36b for controlling the illumination device 38.

[0316] The UI element for controlling the local washing device 100 can include a button 36c for setting a target site, a button 36d for inputting a movement command of the local washing device 100, a button 36e for inputting a washing command of the local washing device 100, a button 36f for inputting a washing command after movement of the local washing device 100, a button 36g for adjusting a position of the local washing device 100, and a button 36k for inputting automatic washing of the local washing device 100.

[0317] The button 36c for setting a target site can receive a user input for setting a target site.

[0318] In an embodiment, if the button 36c for setting a target site is selected, a user interface for setting a target site in the switchable mirror 35 and / or the interface area 36h can be provided.

[0319] The control part 300 can control the switchable mirror 35 to provide a user interface for setting a target site based on reception of a user input for setting a target site. Examples of the user interface for setting a target site will be described later.

[0320] A user can set a target site of laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 through the user interface for setting a target site.

[0321] The control part 300 can determine a target site according to a user input for setting a target site.

[0322] The movement button 36d can receive a user input for moving the local washing device 100 to a target site.

[0323] In an embodiment, if the movement button 36d is selected, the local washing device 100 can move to a target site.

[0324] The control part 300 can control the local washing device 100 to move to a target site according to a user input for moving the local washing device 100 to a target site.

[0325] A process of controlling the local washing device 100 to move to a target site can include transmitting a movement command to a target site to the mobile device 200 or transmitting a movement command to a target site to the local washing device 100.

[0326] The movement command to a target site can include coordinate data corresponding to a set target site.

[0327] The washing button 36e can receive a user input for performing a washing course of the local washing device 100.

[0328] In an embodiment, if the washing button 36e is selected, the local washing device 100 can perform a washing course. The washing course performed by the local washing device 100 can include a washing liquid spraying course in which the washing liquid spraying part 102 sprays washing liquid toward the laundry, a water spraying course in which the water spraying part 101 sprays water toward the laundry, a vibration course in which the vibration part 103 provides micro-vibration to the laundry, and a suction course in which the suction part 104 sucks water, washing liquid, foreign substances, and the like sprayed to the laundry. In an embodiment, the washing course performed by the local washing device 100 can further include a rolling course in which the drum part 105 removes foreign substances attached to the laundry.

[0329] The control part 300 can control the local washing device 100 to perform a washing course at a corresponding position according to a user input for performing the washing course of the local washing device 100.

[0330] The process of controlling the local washing device 100 to perform a washing course can include transmitting a washing course execution command to the local washing device 100.

[0331] The moving and then washing button 36f can receive a user input to make the local washing device 100 move to a target position and then perform a washing course.

[0332] In an embodiment, if the moving and then washing button 36f is selected, the local washing device 100 can perform a washing course after moving to a target position.

[0333] The control part 300 can control the local washing device 100 to perform a washing course after moving to a target position according to a user input to make the local washing device 100 move to the target position and then perform the washing course.

[0334] The process of controlling the local washing device 100 to move to a target position and then perform a washing course can include transmitting a moving command and a washing course execution command to the local washing device 100. The process of controlling the local washing device 100 to move to a target position and then perform a washing course can include transmitting a moving command to the moving device 200 and transmitting a washing course execution command to the local washing device 100 based on completion of movement to the target position.

[0335] The manual adjustment button 36g can receive a user input to manually control movement of the local washing device 100.

[0336] In an embodiment, a user can manually control movement of the local washing device 100 through the manual adjustment button 36g.

[0337] For example, if the manual adjustment button 36g is selected, the interface area 36h can be provided with an interface for manually controlling movement of the local washing device 100.

[0338] As still another example, the movement of the local washing device 100 can be controlled based on the direction of the touch input for the manual adjustment button 36g.

[0339] The control portion 300 can control the movement of the local washing device 100 according to the user input for manually controlling the movement of the local washing device 100.

[0340] In an embodiment, the user can set a target site of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 through the button 36c for setting a target site, move the local washing device 100 to the target site through the movement button 36d, manually control the movement of the local washing device 100 through the manual adjustment button 36g, and then select the washing button 36e to make the local washing device 100 perform a washing course at the corresponding position.

[0341] In an embodiment, the user can set a target site of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 through the button 36c for setting a target site, and then select the movement and then select the washing button 36f to make the local washing device 100 perform a washing course at the target site.

[0342] In an embodiment, the user can manually control the local washing device 100 through the manual adjustment button 36g, and then select the washing button 36f to make the local washing device 100 perform a washing course at the corresponding position.

[0343] The automatic washing button 36k can receive a user input for performing an automatic washing course of the local washing device 100. The automatic washing course can refer to a course in which the local washing device 100 automatically washes a contaminated portion (e.g., a portion requiring washing) of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 without the user manually setting a target site.

[0344] In an embodiment, if the automatic washing button 36k is selected, the local washing device 100 can scan the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 to find a contaminated portion of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22, the contaminated portion can be set as a target site, and a washing process for the contaminated portion can be performed.

[0345] The control portion 300 can transmit a scan command to the local washing device 100 according to the user input for performing an automatic washing course of the local washing device 100.

[0346] The local washing device 100 can move the second chamber 22 and collect data of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 based on reception of the scan command.

[0347] For example, the at least one sensor 108 of the local washing device 100 can include a camera, and the local washing device 100 can move in the second chamber 22 and collect image data for the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22.

[0348] The control portion 300 can receive the image data for the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22, and identify a contaminated portion of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 based on processing of the image data for the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22. The first control portion 300 can determine the contaminated portion of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 as a target site, and control the local washing device 100 to wash the target site.

[0349] As still another example, the at least one sensor 108 of the local washing device 100 can include a light sensor. The local washing device 100 can move in the second chamber 22 and irradiate light to the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 and receive reflected light, thereby collecting light amount data.

[0350] The control portion 300 can identify a contaminated portion of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 based on receiving and processing the light amount data. The first control portion 300 can determine the contaminated portion of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 as a target site, and control the local washing device 100 to wash the target site.

[0351] According to an embodiment of the disclosure, the local washing device 100 can automatically wash a contaminated portion of laundry only by the user selecting the automatic washing button 36k, thereby improving the convenience of the user.

[0352] The interface area 36h providing an interface for a setting related to the local washing device 100 can provide various interfaces for setting a target site, an interface for changing a set value of the lighting device 38, etc.

[0353] The selection button 36i can be used to select a UI element provided in the interface area 36h providing an interface for a setting related to the local washing device 100.

[0354] For example, if the selection button 36i is selected after the setting for the target site is completed in the interface provided by the interface area 36h, the setting of the target site can be completed.

[0355] The visual indicator 36j indicating state information of the local washing device 100 can include battery state information (SoC) of the local washing device 100 and / or information on the remaining water amount of the supply water tub of the water tub 120 of the local washing device 100. To this end, the local washing device 100 can further include a water level sensor for sensing the water level of the supply water tub of the water tub 120.

[0356] Examples of the UI elements included in the user interface 36 related to the local washing apparatus 100 are not limited thereto, and the UI elements for settings related to the local washing apparatus 100 can be included in the user interface 36 related to the local washing apparatus 100 without limitation.

[0357] For example, the user interface 36 related to the local washing apparatus 100 can further include a start button for moving the local washing apparatus 100 to the start position part 25. The start button can receive a user input for moving the local washing apparatus 100 to the start position part 25.

[0358] The control part 300 can move the local washing apparatus 100 to the start position part 25 based on reception of the user input for moving the local washing apparatus 100 to the start position part 25 through the start button.

[0359] According to the present disclosure, the user can observe the inside of the second chamber 22 and easily control the movement of the local washing apparatus 100 during the operation of the switchable mirror 35 in the transparent mode.

[0360] Figure 20 FIG. 10 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process of providing a user interface by a switchable mirror according to an embodiment. Figure 21a FIG. 11 is a diagram illustrating a state of providing a user interface by a switchable mirror according to an embodiment. Figure 21b FIG. 12 is a diagram illustrating a state of not providing a user interface by a switchable mirror according to an embodiment.

[0361] Referring to FIG. 10, Figure 20 The first control part 300 can operate the switchable mirror 35 in the transparent mode based on a predetermined condition being satisfied (1010). In an embodiment, the first control part 300 can turn on the lighting apparatus 38 based on the switchable mirror 35 being operated in the transparent mode.

[0362] For example, the first control part 300 can operate the switchable mirror 35 in the transparent mode based on receiving a user input for changing the operation mode of the switchable mirror 35 through the user interface 36 provided by the control panel 70 and / or by the switchable mirror 35.

[0363] In an embodiment, the first control part 300 can operate the switchable mirror 35 in the mirror mode based on receiving a user input for changing the operation mode of the switchable mirror 35 through the user interface 36 provided by the control panel 70 and / or by the switchable mirror 35.

[0364] As still another example, the first control portion 300 can change the operation mode of the switchable mirror 35 based on a touch input to the switchable mirror 35. In an embodiment, the first control portion 300 can change the operation mode of the switchable mirror 35 if at least one touch is made to the switchable mirror 35.

[0365] As still another example, the first control portion 300 can change the operation mode of the switchable mirror 35 based on reception of a mirror switching command through a microphone of the laundry care machine 1.

[0366] As still another example, the first control portion 300 can change the operation mode of the switchable mirror 35 based on sensing of proximity of an object at a predetermined location by a proximity sensor of the laundry care machine 1.

[0367] As described above, the operation mode of the switchable mirror 35 can be changed according to satisfaction of various conditions.

[0368] The user can set a predetermined condition for changing the operation mode of the switchable mirror 35 through the user interface 36 provided by the control panel 70 and / or the switchable mirror 35.

[0369] According to various conditions, the user interface 36 related to the partial washing device 100 can or can not be provided by the switchable mirror 35 during the operation of the switchable mirror 35 in the transparent mode.

[0370] For example, if there is no laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22, the user interface 36 related to the partial washing device 100 need not be provided.

[0371] In an embodiment, the first control portion 300 can determine whether to provide the user interface 36 related to the partial washing device 100 according to whether there is laundry in the second chamber 22.

[0372] The control portion 300 can determine whether laundry is sensed in the second chamber 22 through various sensors.

[0373] For example, the first control portion 300 can determine whether there is laundry in the second chamber 22 based on data acquired by at least one sensor 108 of the partial washing device 100. As still another example, the first control portion 300 can sense whether there is laundry in the second chamber 22 based on data collected through a sensor that senses pressure applied to the support portion 80 that supports the hanger H in the second chamber 22. As still another example, the first control portion 300 can sense whether there is laundry in the second chamber 22 based on data collected through a camera that photographs the inside of the second chamber 22.

[0374] The control portion 300 can control the switchable mirror 35 to provide the user interface 36 related to the localized washing device 100 based on the sensing of the laundry within the second chamber 22 (1020 of “Yes”).

[0375] Controlling the switchable mirror 35 to provide the user interface 36 related to the localized washing device 100 can include controlling the second layer 35-2 to provide the user interface 36 related to the localized washing device 100.

[0376] Referring to Figure 21a In the case where the laundry is sensed within the second chamber 22 and the switchable mirror 35 is operated in the transparent mode, it can be confirmed that the user interface 36 related to the localized washing device 100 is provided by the switchable mirror 35.

[0377] The control portion 300 can control the switchable mirror 35 not to provide the user interface 36 related to the localized washing device 100 based on the sensing of no laundry within the second chamber 22 (1020 of “No”).

[0378] Referring to Figure 21b It can be confirmed that, in the case where the laundry is not sensed within the second chamber 22 and the switchable mirror 35 is operated in the transparent mode, the switchable mirror 35 does not provide the user interface 36 related to the localized washing device 100.

[0379] According to various embodiments, the first control portion 300 can control the second chamber 22 to, even if the laundry is sensed within the second chamber 22, control the switchable mirror 35 not to provide the user interface 36 related to the localized washing device 100 based on the reception of a user input for terminating the user interface 36 related to the localized washing device 100. The user can hang his / her laundry (e.g., a bag) in the second chamber 22 to decorate in a state in which the switchable mirror 35 is set to the transparent mode. In this case, the user can terminate the user interface 36 related to the localized washing device 100, thereby using the laundry care machine 1 as a decorative item.

[0380] According to various embodiments, the first control portion 300 can control the second chamber 22 to, even if the laundry is not sensed within the second chamber 22, control the switchable mirror 35 to provide the user interface 36 related to the localized washing device 100 based on the reception of a user input for opening the user interface 36 related to the localized washing device 100. Even if the laundry is present within the second chamber 22, the user can receive the user interface 36 related to the localized washing device 100 in the case where at least one sensor 108 of the localized washing device 100 does not sense the laundry.

[0381] Figure 22 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a method of a laundry care machine for determining a target portion according to an embodiment.

[0382] Referring to Figure 22 The laundry care machine 1 according to an embodiment can receive a user input for setting a target location (1110), according to an embodiment.

[0383] For example, the laundry care machine 1 can receive a user input for setting a target location through the control panel 70.

[0384] As another example, the laundry care machine 1 can receive a user input for setting a target location through the user interface 36 provided by the switchable mirror 35.

[0385] In an embodiment, the first control portion 300 can operate the switchable mirror 35 in the transparent mode based on reception of a user input for switching the switchable mirror 35 to the transparent mode.

[0386] In an embodiment, the user input for setting a target location can be identified as a user input for switching the switchable mirror 35 to the transparent mode. That is, the first control portion 300 can operate the switchable mirror 35 in the transparent mode based on reception of a user input for setting a target location.

[0387] During the operation of the switchable mirror 35 in the transparent mode, the control portion 300 can provide the user interface 36 to the switchable mirror 35 based on sensing of the laundry in the second chamber 22.

[0388] The user can input a command for setting a target location to the laundry care machine 1 through the target setting button 36c of the user interface 36.

[0389] As another example, the user can input a command for setting a target location to the laundry care machine 1 through the local care button 70a-4 of the control panel 70.

[0390] The command for causing the laundry care machine 1 to set a target location is not limited to the above-described examples, and it is obvious that a method of inputting a command for setting a target location by a user can be added. For example, the laundry care machine 1 can recognize a continuous touch input to the switchable mirror 35 as a user input for setting a target location.

[0391] The laundry care machine 1 can output a visual indicator (e.g., a phrase, an icon, etc.) guiding the setting of a target location through the output interface 70b and / or the switchable mirror 35 based on reception of a user input for setting a target location.

[0392] For example, the visual indicator guiding the setting of a target location can include a phrase such as "Please touch a target location" and / or a visual indicator dividing the switchable mirror 35 into a plurality of regions.

[0393] In an embodiment, the laundry care machine 1 can receive a touch input for the switchable mirror 35 (1120).

[0394] In an embodiment, the first control part 300 can determine a target site based on the touch input for the switchable mirror 35 (1130).

[0395] In an embodiment, the first control part 300 can control the local washing device 100 to wash the target site based on the determination of the target site (1140). The process of controlling the local washing device 100 to wash the target site can include controlling the local washing device 100 to move to the target site and / or controlling the local washing device 100 to perform a washing stroke at the target site.

[0396] The control part 300 can control the local washing device 100 to move to the target site based on the determination of the target site. For example, the first control part 300 can control the local washing device 100 to move to the target site based on the determination of the target site and the selection of the operation button 70a-7, the selection button 70a-12, 36i, the moving button 36d, and / or the moving-after-washing button 36f.

[0397] Figure 23 An example in which the laundry care machine 1 determines a target site based on the position of a touch input for the switchable mirror 35 according to an embodiment is illustrated.

[0398] Referring to Figure 23 In an embodiment, the first control part 300 can determine a target site based on the position of a touch input for the switchable mirror 35.

[0399] The user can confirm a contaminated portion of laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 through the switchable mirror 35 operated in a transparent mode, and can determine a target site by touching a portion of the switchable mirror 35 corresponding to the contaminated portion.

[0400] The control part 300 can control the switchable mirror 35 to output an indicator corresponding to the position of the touch input based on the reception of the touch input for the switchable mirror 35.

[0401] Accordingly, the user can accurately confirm the position of the touch input.

[0402] If the user confirms that the position of the touch input corresponds to a portion of laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 that needs to be washed, a command for performing local washing can be input to the laundry care machine 1. For example, the user can select the operation button 70a-7, the selection button 70a-12, 36i, the moving button 36d, and / or the moving-after-washing button 36f. Obviously, according to various embodiments, the user can input a command for performing local washing to the laundry care machine 1 through a voice command.

[0403] According to an embodiment of the disclosure, the user can easily determine the target site by observing the inside of the switchable mirror 35 converted to the transparent mode and touching the portion of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 that needs to be washed.

[0404] Figure 24 An example in which the laundry care machine 1 determines the target site based on the region designated by the touch-drag input with respect to the switchable mirror 35 according to an embodiment is illustrated.

[0405] Referring to Figure 24 In an embodiment, the first control portion 300 can determine the target site based on the region formed by the touch input to the switchable mirror 35.

[0406] The touch input can include a drag input, and the first control portion 300 can determine the region designated by the drag input as the target site.

[0407] The user can confirm the contaminated portion of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 through the switchable mirror 35 operated in the transparent mode, and can designate the region corresponding to the confirmed portion through the drag input.

[0408] The control portion 300 can control the switchable mirror 35 to output the indicator corresponding to the region designated by the touch input based on the reception of the touch input with respect to the switchable mirror 35.

[0409] Accordingly, the user can accurately confirm the region designated by the touch input.

[0410] If the user confirms that the designated region corresponds to the portion of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 that needs to be washed by the touch input, a command for performing the local washing can be input to the laundry care machine 1. For example, the user can select the operation button 70a-7, the selection button 70a-12, 36i, the movement button 36d, and / or the movement-after-washing button 36f. It is apparent that according to various embodiments, the user can input a command for performing the local washing to the laundry care machine 1 through a voice command.

[0411] According to an embodiment of the disclosure, the user can easily determine the target site by observing the inside of the switchable mirror 35 converted to the transparent mode and touching the portion of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 that needs to be washed.

[0412] Figure 25 An example in which the laundry care machine 1 determines the target site based on the region designated by the touch input with respect to the switchable mirror 35 according to an embodiment is illustrated.

[0413] Referring to Figure 25In an embodiment, the first control part 300 can control the switchable mirror 35 to display a visual indicator g1 dividing the switchable mirror 35 into a plurality of regions a1 based on reception of a user input for setting a target region.

[0414] The visual indicator g1 dividing the switchable mirror 35 into a plurality of regions a1 can include a grid pattern, but the shape of the visual indicator g1 dividing the switchable mirror 35 into a plurality of regions a1 is not limited thereto.

[0415] In an embodiment, the plurality of regions a1 can have a size corresponding to a washing range of the partial washing device 100, but the size of the plurality of regions a1 is not limited thereto.

[0416] The visual indicator g1 dividing the switchable mirror 35 into a plurality of regions a1 is displayed on the switchable mirror 35 so that the user can more easily select a region in which a contaminated portion of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 is located.

[0417] The user can determine the target region by touching at least one of the plurality of regions a1 divided by the visual indicator g1.

[0418] The control part 300 can determine at least one region of the plurality of regions a1 in which a touch input is received as the target region.

[0419] The control part 300 can control the switchable mirror 35 to output a visual indication distinguishing at least one portion of the plurality of regions a1 in which a touch input is received and set as the target region from other regions not set as the target region. For example, the first control part 300 can control the switchable mirror 35 so that a color of a region of the plurality of regions a1 in which a touch input is received and set as the target region or a color of an edge set to correspond to the region of the target region is different from a color of a region not set as the target region or a color of an edge corresponding to the region not set as the target region.

[0420] The control part 300 can remove the corresponding portion from the target region based on the region of the plurality of regions a1 determined as the target region being touched again.

[0421] The user can easily set the target region by touching at least one of the plurality of regions a1 divided by the visual indicator g1.

[0422] If the user confirms that at least one of the plurality of regions a1 corresponds to a portion of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 that needs to be washed by touch input, a command for performing partial washing can be input to the laundry care machine 1. For example, the user can select the operation button 70a-7, the selection button 70a-12, 36i, the movement button 36d, and / or the move to wash button 36f. Obviously, according to various embodiments, the user can input a command for performing partial washing to the laundry care machine 1 by a voice command.

[0423] According to an embodiment of the disclosure, a visual indicator for dividing the plurality of regions can be displayed on the switchable mirror 35, so that the convenience of the user in setting the target site can be improved.

[0424] Figure 26 is a flowchart illustrating another example of a method for determining a target site of the laundry care machine 1 according to an embodiment.

[0425] Referring to Figure 26 The laundry care machine 1 according to an embodiment can receive a user input for setting a target site (1210). As described above, the laundry care machine 1 can receive a user input for setting a target site through various methods.

[0426] The laundry care machine 1 according to an embodiment can determine a target site based on a user input received through the input interface 70a of the control panel 70.

[0427] In an embodiment, the first control part 300 can receive an input for selecting at least one region of the plurality of regions through the control panel 70 (1220).

[0428] The control part 300 can determine at least one region selected from the plurality of regions through the control panel 70 as a target site (1230).

[0429] Figure 27 An example of an interface for setting a target site provided by the control panel 70 according to an embodiment is illustrated.

[0430] Referring to Figure 27 The first control part 300 can control the output interface 70b to provide an interface for receiving a selection of at least one region of the plurality of regions divided from each other based on reception of a user input for setting a target site.

[0431] For example, the first control part 300 can control the display 70b-1 to provide an interface for receiving a selection of at least one region of the plurality of regions a2 divided from each other based on selection of the partial care button 70a-4.

[0432] In an embodiment, the interface for receiving a selection of at least one region of the plurality of regions a2 divided from each other can include a pre-stored garment image and a visual indicator g2 dividing the pre-stored garment image into the plurality of regions a2.

[0433] In an embodiment, the first control part 300 can control the display 70b-1 based on a selection of the local care button 70a-4 to provide an interface for determining a kind of garment (e.g., short sleeve, long sleeve, pants, etc.) and control the display 70b-1 based on a selection of the kind of garment to output a pre-stored garment image corresponding to the kind of garment and a visual indicator g2 dividing the pre-stored garment image into the plurality of regions a2.

[0434] The visual indicator g2 can include a grid pattern, but a form of the visual indicator g2 dividing the pre-stored garment image into the plurality of regions a2 to be displayed on the display 70b-1 is not limited thereto.

[0435] The user can select at least one region of the plurality of regions a2 through the control panel 70. For example, the user can select at least one region of the plurality of regions a2 through the direction selection buttons 70a-5, 70a-6 and the selection button 70a-12, or can select at least one region of the plurality of regions a2 through a touch input to the display 70b-1.

[0436] The control part 300 can control the display 70b-1 to output a visual marker for distinguishing at least one region of the plurality of regions a2 selected through the control panel 70 from regions not selected.

[0437] The control part 300 can determine at least one region of the plurality of regions a2 selected through the control panel 70 as a target part.

[0438] According to an embodiment of the disclosure, even if the switchable mirror 35 is not operated in a transparent mode, or even if the user cannot observe the garment accommodated in the second chamber 22, the user can pre-confirm a contaminated part of the garment and easily set a target part by selecting at least one region corresponding to the contaminated part.

[0439] Figure 28 An example of a button for setting a target part equipped in the control panel 70 according to an embodiment is illustrated.

[0440] The control panel 70 according to an embodiment can include a plurality of buttons bb receiving a selection of at least one region of a plurality of regions a3 divided from each other.

[0441] In an embodiment, the plurality of buttons bb can form a shape of a garment. For example, the plurality of buttons bb can form a shape of a short sleeve, a long sleeve, pants, and / or a shirt.

[0442] The plurality of buttons bb can correspond to the plurality of regions a3. That is, each of the plurality of buttons bb can correspond to each of the plurality of regions a3, respectively.

[0443] The user can perform selection of at least one region of the plurality of regions a3 divided from each other by selecting a button bb corresponding to a region desired to be washed from among the plurality of buttons bb.

[0444] Each of the plurality of buttons bb can refer to a physical button. Each of the plurality of buttons bb can be turned on in response to being selected, and turned off in response to being deselected. As another example, the plurality of buttons bb can be equipped on a touch panel such that a button region can be turned on or turned off.

[0445] The control portion 300 can determine at least one region of the plurality of regions a3 selected through the control panel 70 as a target region. That is, the first control portion 300 can determine a region corresponding to a button selected from among the plurality of buttons bb as a target region.

[0446] According to an embodiment of the disclosure, even if the switchable mirror 35 is not operated in a transparent mode, or even if the user cannot observe the garment accommodated in the second chamber 22, the user can pre-identify a contaminated portion of his / her garment and easily set a target region by selecting at least one button bb corresponding to the contaminated portion.

[0447] According to the disclosure, the user can set a target region through the control panel 70 of the garment care machine 1.

[0448] Figure 29 is a flowchart illustrating yet another example of a method for determining a target region of the garment care machine 1 according to an embodiment.

[0449] Referring to Figure 29 , the first control portion 300 can transmit a garment scanning command to the local washing apparatus 100 based on a predetermined condition having been satisfied (1310). The local washing apparatus 100 can move the second chamber 22 and acquire an overall image of the garment accommodated in the second chamber 22 based on reception of the garment scanning command from the first control portion 300.

[0450] That is, the first control portion 300 can control the local washing apparatus 100 to move the second chamber 22 and acquire an overall image of the garment accommodated in the second chamber 22 based on a predetermined condition having been satisfied.

[0451] The predetermined condition can include at least one of sensing opening and closing of the second door 30, sensing new laundry based on an image acquired by the camera of the local washing device 100, sensing a change of laundry based on an image acquired by the camera of the local washing device 100, and receiving a laundry scan command.

[0452] For example, the first control part 300 can control the local washing device 100 to acquire an overall image of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 based on reception of a laundry scan command by the control panel 70 and / or the user interface 36 provided by the switchable mirror 35.

[0453] As another example, the first control part 300 can control the local washing device 100 to acquire an overall image of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 based on reception of a laundry scan command through the communication part 330.

[0454] As another example, the first control part 300 can control the local washing device 100 to acquire an overall image of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 based on reception of a user input for setting a target part.

[0455] As another example, the first control part 300 can control the local washing device 100 to acquire an overall image of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 based on sensing of opening and closing of the second door 30.

[0456] As another example, the first control part 300 can control the local washing device 100 to acquire an overall image of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 based on sensing of new laundry or sensing of a change of laundry based on an image acquired by the camera of the local washing device 100.

[0457] Figure 30 A state in which the local washing device 100 according to an embodiment scans laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 is illustrated. Figure 31 An example of an overall image of laundry acquired by the local washing device 100 according to an embodiment is illustrated.

[0458] Referring to Figure 30 and 31 , the local washing device 100 can move the second chamber and acquire a partial image ma for laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 at each of a plurality of positions based on reception of a laundry scan command from the first control part 300.

[0459] As an example, the local washing device 100 can move along a predetermined path da in the second chamber 22 based on reception of a laundry scanning command from the first control portion 300, and acquire partial images ma for the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 at a plurality of predetermined positions dp. The partial images ma can be acquired by a camera as an example of the sensor 108 provided in the local washing device 100.

[0460] The local washing device 100 can deliver the plurality of partial images ma acquired at the plurality of predetermined positions dp to the first control portion 300.

[0461] The laundry care machine 1 can synthesize the plurality of partial images ma acquired at the plurality of positions dp to generate the overall image M of the laundry (1320).

[0462] In an embodiment, the first control portion 300 can synthesize the plurality of partial images ma to generate the overall image M of the laundry.

[0463] In an embodiment, the first control portion 300 can identify a contaminated portion from the overall image M of the laundry. To this end, the memory 320 can store an algorithm for identifying a contaminated portion in the overall image of the laundry. For example, the first control portion 300 can input the overall image M of the laundry to a machine learning model to identify a contaminated area.

[0464] According to various embodiments, the second control portion 180 of the local washing device 100 can synthesize the plurality of partial images ma to generate the overall image M of the laundry.

[0465] The laundry care machine 1 can receive a command to select an area of a portion of the overall image M of the laundry (1330).

[0466] The command to select a portion of an area from the overall image M of the laundry can be received from an external device by the user interface 36 and / or the communication portion 330 provided by the control panel 70 and the switchable mirror 35.

[0467] The laundry care machine 1 needs to present the overall image M of the laundry to the user to receive a command to select a portion of an area in the overall image M of the laundry.

[0468] The laundry care machine 1 can determine the selected portion of an area as a target site based on reception of a command to select a portion of an area from the overall image M of the laundry, and the local washing device 100 can wash the target site (1340).

[0469] Figure 32 An example of displaying the overall image of the laundry on the switchable mirror 35 according to an embodiment is illustrated.

[0470] Referring to Figure 32In an embodiment, the first control 300 can control the switchable mirror 35 to display the overall image of the laundry based on reception of a user input for setting the target site.

[0471] The overall image of the laundry can be displayed in the entire area of the switchable mirror 35, but can also be displayed in a partial area of the switchable mirror 35 based on a user setting.

[0472] The control 300 can control the switchable mirror 35 to display a visual indicator pp for emphasizing the contaminated portion identified from the overall image M of the laundry when the overall image M of the laundry is displayed.

[0473] According to the disclosure, the user can easily set the target site with reference to the contaminated portion identified by the laundry care machine 1 from the overall image M of the laundry.

[0474] The overall image M of the laundry displayed on the switchable mirror 35 can be enlarged or reduced based on a user input for enlarging or reducing the overall image M of the laundry.

[0475] For example, the user input for enlarging or reducing the overall image M of the laundry can include a pinch zoom touch input to the switchable mirror 35.

[0476] The control 300 can control the switchable mirror 35 to enlarge or reduce the overall image M of the laundry based on reception of a user input for enlarging or reducing the overall image M of the laundry.

[0477] According to the disclosure, the user can easily find the contaminated portion of the laundry by enlarging or reducing the overall image M of the laundry.

[0478] The control 300 can determine the target site based on selection of a partial area of the overall image M of the laundry displayed on the switchable mirror 35.

[0479] The control 300 can control the local washing device 100 to wash the target site based on determination of the target site.

[0480] Referring to Figure 23 , FIG. 19, and Figure 20 , the method of receiving selection of a partial area of the overall image of the laundry displayed on the switchable mirror 35 can include receiving a touch input to the switchable mirror 35.

[0481] According to various embodiments, as Figure 25 embodiments show, the overall image M of the laundry displayed on the switchable mirror 35 can be divided into a plurality of areas by a visual indicator.

[0482] According to the disclosure, the user can easily set the target site based on the image displayed on the switchable mirror 35.

[0483] Figure 33 An example of displaying an overall image of a laundry on the control panel 70 according to an embodiment is illustrated.

[0484] Referring to Figure 33 In an embodiment, the first control part 300 can control the display 70b-1 of the control panel 70 to display an overall image of a laundry based on reception of a user input for setting a target site.

[0485] The overall image of the laundry can be displayed on the display 70b-1 of the control panel 70.

[0486] During the process of displaying the overall image M of the laundry, the control part 300 can control the display 70b-1 to display a visual indicator pp to highlight a contaminated portion identified from the overall image M of the laundry.

[0487] According to the disclosure, the user can easily set the target site with reference to the contaminated portion identified by the laundry care machine 1 from the overall image M of the laundry.

[0488] The overall image M of the laundry displayed on the display 70b-1 can be enlarged or reduced based on a user input for enlarging or reducing the overall image M of the laundry.

[0489] For example, the user input for enlarging or reducing the overall image M of the laundry can include a pinch zoom touch input to the display 70b-1.

[0490] The control part 300 can control the display 70b-1 to enlarge or reduce the overall image M of the laundry based on reception of the user input for enlarging or reducing the overall image M of the laundry.

[0491] According to the disclosure, the user can easily find the contaminated portion of the laundry while enlarging or reducing the laundry.

[0492] The control part 300 can determine the target site based on selection of a partial area of the overall image M of the laundry displayed on the display 70b-1.

[0493] The control part 300 can control the local washing device 100 to wash the target site based on determination of the target site.

[0494] The method of receiving selection of a partial area of the overall image M of the laundry displayed on the display 70b-1 can include utilizing a touch input to the display 70b-1 and / or receiving direction selection buttons 70a-5, 70a-6 and a selection button 70a-12 of the control panel 70.

[0495] According to various embodiments, such as Figure 27 As shown in the embodiment, the overall image M of the clothing displayed on the display 70b-1 can be divided into multiple areas by a visual indicator.

[0496] Figure 34 This illustrates the state in which an overall image of clothing acquired by a clothing care machine 1, according to one embodiment, is transmitted to a user device.

[0497] Reference Figure 34 In one embodiment, the first control unit 300 can transmit the overall image M of the clothing to an external device (e.g., user device 3) via the communication unit 330.

[0498] For example, the first control unit 300 can transmit an overall image M of the clothing to the external device in response to receiving a command for target setting from the external device via the communication unit 330.

[0499] As another example, the first control unit 300 can transmit the overall image M of the clothing to an external device (e.g., a user device) based on the generation of the overall image M of the clothing.

[0500] User devices can store applications used to manage home appliances.

[0501] Users can access their accounts by running an application for managing home appliances through user device 3, and then send various control commands to home appliances linked to the account, or receive various information from home appliances linked to the account.

[0502] When the garment care machine 1 is linked to the user's account, the user can send commands to control the garment care machine 1 through the user device 3.

[0503] When the garment care machine 1 is linked to the user's account, the garment care machine 1 can transmit an overall image M of the garment to the user device 3.

[0504] User device 3 can display an overall image M of the clothing received from clothing care machine 1 based on the user's operation.

[0505] User device 3 can display a visual indicator pp during the display of the overall image M of the clothing to highlight the contaminated parts identified from the overall image M of the clothing.

[0506] The overall image M of the clothing displayed by the user device 3 can also be divided into multiple areas by a visual indicator.

[0507] The method of receiving a selection of a partial area of the overall image M of the laundry displayed on the user device 3 can include receiving a touch input for the user device 3.

[0508] The user can operate the user device 3 to select a confirmation button m1 after completing the selection of the partial area of the overall image M of the laundry.

[0509] The user device 3 can transmit a partial washing command to the laundry care machine 1 based on the received selection of the partial area of the overall image M of the laundry and the selection of the confirmation button m1.

[0510] The partial washing command can include a command to select a partial area in the overall image M of the laundry.

[0511] The control portion 300 can determine a region corresponding to the partial area selected by the user device 3 from the overall image M of the laundry as a target site.

[0512] The control portion 300 can control the partial washing device 100 to wash the target site based on the determination of the target site.

[0513] According to the present disclosure, the user can also remotely set the target site.

[0514] According to the present disclosure, the target site can be set by various methods and means.

[0515] Figure 35 is a flowchart for explaining a method of automatically setting a target site by the laundry care machine 1 according to an embodiment.

[0516] Referring to Figure 35 , the laundry care machine 1 according to an embodiment can automatically set a target site.

[0517] The control portion 300 can receive a user input for starting an automatic washing course (1410). The user input for starting the automatic washing course can be delivered to the first control portion 300 using various methods.

[0518] For example, if the partial care button 70a-4 is selected, an interface for selecting an automatic washing mode can be provided on the display 70b-1, and if the automatic washing mode is selected, the first control portion 300 can perform the automatic washing course based on the selection of the operation button 70a-7.

[0519] As still another example, the first control portion 300 can perform the automatic washing course based on the selection of the automatic washing button 36k of the user interface 36 provided by the switchable mirror 35.

[0520] The automatic washing course can refer to a course in which the first control portion 300 automatically identifies a contaminated portion of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 based on the sensor data collected from at least one sensor 108 of the local washing device 100, and the local washing device 100 washes the contaminated portion.

[0521] According to various embodiments, the first control portion 300 can control the local washing device 100 to move along a predetermined path in the second chamber 22 based on the start of the automatic washing course.

[0522] In an embodiment, the first control portion 300 can identify the contaminated portion of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 based on the sensor data collected from the sensor 108 as the local washing device 100 moves (1420).

[0523] The control portion 300 can identify the contaminated portion of the laundry based on the sensor data collected from the sensor 108. To this end, the memory 320 can store an algorithm for identifying the contaminated portion based on the sensor data. For example, the first control portion 300 can input the sensor data into a machine learning model to identify the contaminated portion.

[0524] In the case where the sensor 108 is a camera, the first control portion 300 can identify the contaminated portion of the laundry based on the image data. In the case where the sensor 108 is a light sensor, the first control portion 300 can identify the contaminated portion of the laundry based on the light amount data.

[0525] According to various embodiments, the above-described operations and the operations described later can be performed by the second control portion 180 as long as the second control portion 180 of the local washing device 100 is capable of identifying the contaminated portion of the laundry based on the sensor data collected from the sensor 108.

[0526] In an embodiment, the first control portion 300 can control the local washing device 100 to wash the contaminated portion 1430.

[0527] According to various embodiments, the first control portion 300 can control the local washing device 100 to wash the contaminated portion in response to the contaminated portion being identified in the process in which the local washing device 100 moves along the predetermined path in the second chamber 22.

[0528] According to the present embodiment, the local washing device 100 can move the second chamber 22 and wash the contaminated portion in real time.

[0529] According to various embodiments, the spot cleaning device 100 can store coordinate data for the contaminated portion during movement of the second chamber 22 along a predetermined path, and control the spot cleaning device 100 to wash the contaminated portion in response to the spot cleaning device 100 completing a laundry scan.

[0530] According to the present embodiment, washing of the contaminated portion is performed after accurately identifying the contaminated portion of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22, to relatively accurately calculate a time required to complete an automatic washing course.

[0531] A laundry care machine 1 according to an embodiment of the disclosure includes a cabinet 10 defining a first chamber 11 inside thereof, a first door 20 defining a second chamber 22 inside thereof, which is divided from the first chamber 11 and is equipped to accommodate laundry, as a first door equipped to open or close the first chamber 11, a second door 30 rotatably coupled to the first door 20 to open or close the second chamber 22, a switchable mirror 35 equipped to the second door 30 and operable in a mirror mode or a transparent mode, a spot cleaning device 100 equipped inside the second chamber 22 to spot clean the laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 and movable within the second chamber 22, and a control portion 300, 140 controlling the switchable mirror 35 and the spot cleaning device 100.

[0532] The control portion 300, 140 can operate the switchable mirror 35 in the transparent mode based on reception of a user input for switching the switchable mirror 35 to the transparent mode, can determine a target site based on a touch input to the switchable mirror 35, and control the spot cleaning device 100 to move to the target site.

[0533] The control portion 300, 140 can control the switchable mirror 35 to display a visual indicator g1 dividing the switchable mirror 35 into a plurality of regions a1 based on reception of a user input for setting the target site.

[0534] The control portion 300, 140 can determine at least one region of the plurality of regions a1 in which the touch input is received as the target site.

[0535] The laundry care machine 1 can further include a control panel 70 receiving selection of at least one region of a plurality of regions a2, a3 divided from each other, the control portion 300, 140 can determine at least one region of the plurality of regions a2, a3 selected by the control panel 70 as the target site, and control the spot cleaning device 100 to move to the target site.

[0536] The control part 300, 140 can control the switchable mirror 35 to display a user interface 36 related to the local washing device 100 only if laundry is sensed in the second chamber 22.

[0537] The user interface 36 related to the local washing device 100 can include at least one of a visual indicator representing status information of the local washing device 100 or a UI element for controlling the local washing device 100.

[0538] The local washing device 100 further includes a camera 108 having a photographing area toward laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22, wherein the control part 300, 140 can control the local washing device 100 to move the second chamber 22 and acquire an overall image M of laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 based on a predetermined condition being satisfied.

[0539] The predetermined condition includes at least one of sensing opening and closing of the second door 30, sensing new laundry based on an image acquired by the camera 108, sensing replacement of laundry based on an image acquired by the camera 108, or receiving a laundry scanning command.

[0540] The control part 300, 140 can control the switchable mirror 35 to display the overall image M of the laundry based on reception of a user input for setting a target area, and can determine the target area based on selection of a partial area in the overall image M of the laundry and control the local washing device 100 to move to the target area.

[0541] The control part 300, 140 can identify a contaminated portion from the overall image M of the laundry and control the switchable mirror 35 to display a visual indicator for emphasizing the identified contaminated portion in displaying the overall image M of the laundry.

[0542] The control part 300, 140 can control the switchable mirror 35 to enlarge or reduce the overall image M of the laundry based on reception of a user input for enlarging or reducing the overall image M of the laundry.

[0543] The laundry care machine 1 can further include a communication part that transmits the overall image M of the laundry to an external device, wherein the control part 300, 140 can determine an area corresponding to a selected partial area of the overall image M of the laundry as a target area based on a command for selecting the partial area of the overall image M of the laundry received from the external device through the communication part, and can control the local washing device 100 to move to the target area.

[0544] The spot cleaning device 100 can further include a sensor 108 for sensing a contaminated portion of laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22, wherein the control portion 300, 140 can identify the contaminated portion of laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 based on sensor data collected from the sensor, and can control the spot cleaning device 100 to wash the contaminated portion.

[0545] The control method of the laundry care machine 1 according to an embodiment of the disclosure can include a step of controlling the switchable mirror 35 and the spot cleaning device 100, wherein the laundry care machine 1 includes a cabinet 10 having a first chamber 11 defined therein, a first door 20 as a first door 20 provided to open or close the first chamber 11, having a second chamber 22 divided from the first chamber 11 and provided to accommodate laundry defined therein, a second door 30 rotatably coupled to the first door 20 to open or close the second chamber 22, a switchable mirror 35 provided to the second door 30 and capable of being operated in a mirror mode or a transparent mode, and a spot cleaning device 100 provided inside the second chamber 22 to locally wash laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 and capable of moving within the second chamber 22.

[0546] The step of controlling the switchable mirror 35 and the spot cleaning device 100 can include a step of operating the switchable mirror 35 in the transparent mode based on reception of a user input for switching the switchable mirror 35 to the transparent mode, a step of determining a target position based on a touch input to the switchable mirror 35, and a step of controlling the spot cleaning device 100 to move to the target position.

[0547] The step of controlling the switchable mirror 35 can further include a step of controlling the switchable mirror 35 to display a visual indicator g1 dividing the switchable mirror 35 into a plurality of regions a1 based on reception of a user input for setting the target position.

[0548] The step of determining the target position can include a step of determining at least one region of the plurality of regions a1 in which the touch input is received as the target position.

[0549] The control method of the laundry care machine 1 can further include a step of controlling the spot cleaning device 100 to move the second chamber 22 and acquire an overall image M of laundry accommodated in the second chamber 22 based on a predetermined condition being satisfied.

[0550] The control method of the laundry care machine 1 can further include a step of identifying a contaminated portion from the overall image M of the laundry, and the step of controlling the local washing device 100 can include a step of controlling the local washing device 100 to wash the contaminated portion.

[0551] In addition, the disclosed embodiments can be implemented in the form of a recording medium storing computer-executable instructions. The instructions can be stored in the form of a program code, and when executed by a processor, can generate program modules to perform the operations of the disclosed embodiments. The recording medium can be implemented as a computer-readable recording medium.

[0552] The computer-readable recording medium includes all types of recording media storing computer-readable instructions. For example, there can be a Read Only Memory (ROM), a Random Access Memory (RAM), a magnetic tape, a magnetic disc, a flash memory, an optical data storage device, etc.

[0553] The computer-readable recording medium can be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, the "non-transitory storage medium" only means a tangible device and does not include a signal (e.g., an electromagnetic wave), and does not distinguish whether data is semi-permanently or temporarily stored in the storage medium. For example, the "non-transitory storage medium" can include a buffer that temporarily stores data.

[0554] According to an embodiment, the method according to various embodiments disclosed in the present specification can be included in a computer program product and provided. The computer program product can be traded as goods between a seller and a buyer. The computer program product can be distributed in the form of a machine-readable storage medium (e.g., a compact disc read only memory (CD-ROM)) or be distributed online through an application store (e.g., Play Store TM ) or directly between two user devices (e.g., smart phones). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product (e.g., a downloadable app) can be temporarily stored in a machine-readable storage medium such as a memory in a server of a manufacturer, a server of an application store, or a relay server, or can be temporarily generated.

[0555] The above-described embodiments are illustrative and not restrictive. Many variations of such embodiments incorporating modifications can occur to those skilled in the art now or in the future, without departing from the spirit and scope of the application as defined by the following claims.

Claims

1.A laundry care machine comprising: a cabinet defining a first chamber in an inside thereof; a first door defining a second chamber partitioned from the first chamber and equipped to accommodate laundry as a first door equipped to open or close the first chamber; a second door rotatably coupled to the first door to open or close the second chamber; a switchable mirror equipped to the second door and operable in a mirror mode or a transparent mode; a local washing device equipped in an inside of the second chamber to locally wash laundry accommodated in the second chamber and movable within the second chamber; and a control part controlling the switchable mirror and the local washing device. 2.The laundry care machine of claim 1, wherein the control part is configured to: operate the switchable mirror in the transparent mode in response to a user input for switching the switchable mirror to the transparent mode, determine a target site based on a touch input to the switchable mirror, control the local washing device to move to the target site. 3.The laundry care machine of claim 2, wherein the control part controls the switchable mirror to display a visual indicator partitioning the switchable mirror into a plurality of regions based on a response to a user input for setting the target site. 4.The laundry care machine of claim 3, wherein the control part determines at least one region of the plurality of regions receiving the touch input as the target site. 5.The laundry care machine of claim 1, further comprising: a control panel receiving a selection for at least one region of a plurality of regions partitioned from each other, wherein the control part is configured to: determine at least one region of the plurality of regions selected through the control panel as a target site, control the local washing device to move to the target site. 6.The laundry care machine of claim 1, wherein the control part controls the switchable mirror to display a user interface related to the local washing device only in a case where laundry is sensed in the second chamber. 7.The laundry care machine of claim 6, wherein the user interface related to the local washing device includes at least one of a visual indicator representing state information of the local washing device and a user interface element for controlling the local washing device. 8.The laundry care machine of claim 1, wherein the local washing device further comprises: a camera having a photographing region toward the laundry accommodated in the second chamber, wherein the control part controls the local washing device to move the second chamber and acquire an overall image of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber based on a predetermined condition having been satisfied. 9.The laundry care machine of claim 8, wherein the predetermined condition includes at least one of a case where opening and closing of the second door is sensed, a new laundry is sensed based on an image acquired by the camera, a change of laundry is sensed based on an image acquired by the camera, and a laundry scanning command is received. 10.The laundry care machine of claim 8, wherein, the control portion is configured to: control the switchable mirror in response to a user input for setting a target portion to display an overall image of the laundry, determine the target portion based on a selection for a partial area in the overall image of the laundry, control the local washing device to move to the target portion. 11.The laundry care machine of claim 10, wherein, the control portion is configured to: identify a contaminated portion from the overall image of the laundry, and control the switchable mirror to display for emphasizing the identified contaminated portion in the process of displaying the overall image of the laundry. 12.The laundry care machine of claim 10, wherein, the control portion controls the switchable mirror to zoom in or out the overall image of the laundry in response to a user input for zooming in or out the overall image of the laundry. 13.The laundry care machine of claim 8, further comprising: a communication portion to transmit the overall image of the laundry to an external device, wherein the control portion determines a target portion corresponding to a selected partial area in the overall image of the laundry in response to a command from the external device through the communication portion to select a partial area in the overall image of the laundry, and controls the local washing device to move to the target portion. 14.The laundry care machine of claim 1, wherein, the local washing device further comprises: a sensor to sense a contaminated portion of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber, wherein the control portion identifies the contaminated portion of the laundry accommodated in the second chamber based on sensor data collected from the sensor, and controls the local washing device to wash the contaminated portion. 15.A control method of a laundry care machine, comprising the steps of: controlling a switchable mirror and a local washing device, wherein, the laundry care machine comprising: a cabinet defining a first chamber inside; a first door defining a second chamber partitioned from the first chamber and equipped to accommodate laundry inside as a first door equipped to open or close the first chamber; a second door rotatably coupled to the first door to open or close the second chamber; a switchable mirror equipped to the second door and operable in a mirror mode or a transparent mode; and a local washing device equipped inside the second chamber to locally wash the laundry accommodated in the second chamber and movable within the second chamber, wherein the control method comprises controlling the switchable mirror and the local washing device.

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