Built-in treatment device charging combination and control method for a laundry treatment apparatus

Abstract

The application discloses a built-in treatment device charging combination and control method for a clothes treatment device, the built-in treatment device charging combination comprises a built-in treatment device with a containing cavity and a charging seat, first charging contacts of the built-in treatment device are arranged on the built-in treatment device and extend out of the containing cavity, and second charging contacts are correspondingly arranged on the charging seat; a magnetic body / magnetic attraction assembly is arranged on the built-in treatment device, and a magnetic attraction assembly / magnetic body is arranged on the charging seat; the magnetic body and the magnetic attraction assembly can be attracted to each other, the first charging contacts are in contact with the second charging contacts, and the built-in treatment device is charged. In the application, the first charging contacts are in stable contact with the second charging contacts through the mutual attraction of the magnetic attraction assembly and the magnetic body, the built-in treatment device is stably matched with the charging seat, the matching of the magnetic body and the magnetic attraction assembly can also play a positioning role, and the accurate butt joint of the first charging contacts and the second charging contacts is more easily realized.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the technical field of clothing processing equipment, specifically, it relates to a charging combination and control method for a built-in processing device in clothing processing equipment. Background Technology

[0002] As living standards continue to improve, people's needs for garment processing are becoming more diversified, thus requiring garment processing equipment to have more diverse additional functions, such as fragrance enhancement, softening, odor removal, mildew prevention, or moisture determination, water level detection, turbidity detection, and temperature detection. Integrating multiple functions into a single device significantly increases production costs, and users often only need a few of these functions, leaving others idle. Furthermore, for users who already own a garment processing device, if they need additional functions not available in their existing equipment, they must purchase a new device to replace it. If the added functions of the new garment processing device are used infrequently, it is not cost-effective for the user.

[0003] To address the aforementioned issues, existing technologies have proposed a processing device independent of the laundry processing equipment. This device can be inserted into the laundry processing equipment during use to achieve specific additional functions, making it more convenient for users. For example, Chinese Patent Application No. 201810802919.0 discloses a turbidity detection device, which is placed in the washing tub of a washing machine and comes into contact with the washing water. It includes a turbidity sensor for detecting the turbidity of the washing water. A washing machine that works in conjunction with the turbidity detection device is also disclosed. The turbidity detection device includes a wireless charging circuit. The washing machine has a storage compartment containing a wireless charging device, in which the turbidity detection device can be placed. The charging device wirelessly charges the turbidity detection device.

[0004] However, in the above solution, the turbidity detection device needs to be used in conjunction with a matching washing machine, making it unsuitable for use with different clothing processing devices. Furthermore, the turbidity detection device must be placed in the storage compartment of the washing machine for charging and cannot be charged independently. Even when the washing machine is not in use, it needs to remain powered on to charge the turbidity detection device.

[0005] In view of this, the present invention is hereby proposed. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art and provide a charging combination and control method for a built-in processing device for clothing processing equipment. The built-in processing device is charged through a charging base independent of the clothing processing equipment. Through the mutual attraction of magnetic components and magnetic suction components, the first charging contact and the second charging contact can make corresponding contact and conduction, and are not easy to disconnect, thus ensuring accurate and stable connection of the charging contacts.

[0007] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the basic concept of the technical solution adopted by the present invention is as follows:

[0008] A charging assembly for a built-in processing device in a garment processing equipment includes a built-in processing device having a receiving chamber and a charging base. The built-in processing device is provided with a first charging contact extending out of the receiving chamber, and the charging base is provided with a corresponding second charging contact.

[0009] The built-in processing device is further provided with a magnetic body, and the charging base is provided with a magnetic attraction component; or, the built-in processing device is provided with a magnetic attraction component, and the charging base is provided with a magnetic body.

[0010] The magnetic body and the magnetic attraction component attract each other, causing the first charging contact to contact the second charging contact, thereby charging the built-in processing device.

[0011] Furthermore, the outer surface of the built-in processing device has a flat surface as a charging mating surface. When the built-in processing device is placed on the charging base, the charging mating surface faces the charging base. The charging base has a supporting flat surface that is disposed opposite to the charging mating surface.

[0012] The first charging contact extends from the charging mating surface, and the magnet is disposed on the charging mating surface; the magnetic attraction component is correspondingly disposed on the supporting plane.

[0013] Preferably, the built-in processing device includes a housing with a spherical profile, an internal receiving chamber, and at least one planar cross-section on the outer peripheral surface of the housing, one of which serves as a charging mating surface;

[0014] More preferably, the distance between the outer periphery of the magnetic body and the charging mating surface is less than the distance between the center of the magnetic body and the charging mating surface.

[0015] Furthermore, the magnetic body includes a first magnetic body and a second magnetic body with opposite magnetic properties; the first magnetic body and the second magnetic body are arranged circumferentially along the charging mating surface, and the first charging contact is arranged circumferentially between the first magnetic body and the second magnetic body along the charging mating surface.

[0016] The magnetic attraction assembly includes a first magnetic attraction part capable of attracting a first magnetic body and a second magnetic attraction part capable of attracting a second magnetic body.

[0017] Furthermore, a positioning protrusion is provided on the supporting plane, and a recessed positioning groove is provided on the charging mating surface, the positioning groove being located at the center of the charging mating surface; when the built-in processing device is placed on the charging base, the positioning protrusion is inserted into the positioning groove.

[0018] Furthermore, the magnetic attraction component is an electromagnetic component, which is disposed on the charging base. The electromagnetic component is energized in the forward direction to generate a magnetic force that attracts the magnetic body, so that the first charging contact and the second charging contact come into contact.

[0019] The built-in processing device and / or the charging base are provided with a spring-opening component. The spring-opening component applies a force to the built-in processing device in the direction away from the charging base, so that the first charging contact and the second charging contact remain separated when the electromagnetic component is not energized.

[0020] Preferably, the pop-out assembly includes a top post and an elastic element; the charging base is provided with a mounting groove, one end of the top post is slidably disposed in the mounting groove, and the other end extends out of the mounting groove to act on the built-in processing device;

[0021] The elastic element is disposed in the mounting groove, and its two ends abut against the end of the top column disposed in the mounting groove and the bottom surface of the mounting groove, respectively.

[0022] Furthermore, the charging dock is also equipped with a sensor for detecting whether the built-in processing device is located on the charging dock;

[0023] Preferably, the sensor is a pressure sensor, and the built-in processing device applies pressure to the pressure sensor when it is located on the charging dock;

[0024] Alternatively, the sensor may be a photoelectric sensor, and the built-in processing device may be provided with a light-shielding part. When the built-in processing device is located on the charging dock, the light-shielding part blocks the photoelectric sensor.

[0025] Another object of the present invention is to provide a control method for the charging assembly of the built-in processing device described above. When the charging dock detects that the built-in processing device is placed on the charging dock, the electromagnetic component is controlled to be energized in the forward direction to attract a magnetic body, so that the first charging contact and the second charging contact come into contact and start charging.

[0026] Furthermore, after the continuous charging time reaches the first preset time, the charging base controls the electromagnetic component to stop forward power supply, causing the first charging contact to separate from the second charging contact and stop charging;

[0027] Preferably, after the continuous charging time reaches the first preset time, the charging base controls the electromagnetic component to be energized in reverse to generate a magnetic force that repels the magnetic body.

[0028] Furthermore, after the electromagnetic component stops being powered in the forward direction, if the built-in processing device is not detected to be removed from the charging dock within a second preset time period, the charging dock controls the electromagnetic component to be powered in the forward direction again.

[0029] Furthermore, a sensor is installed on the charging base, and the charging base determines whether to control the electromagnetic component to be powered in the forward direction based on the signal fed back by the sensor;

[0030] Preferably, the sensor is a pressure sensor, and when the pressure detected by the pressure sensor increases to a level greater than a preset pressure, the charging base controls the electromagnetic component to be energized in the forward direction;

[0031] After the electromagnetic component stops being powered on in the forward direction, if the pressure detected by the pressure sensor continues to be greater than the preset pressure within the second preset time period, the charging base controls the electromagnetic component to be powered on in the forward direction again.

[0032] Alternatively, the sensor is a photoelectric sensor, and when a signal indicating that the photoelectric sensor is blocked is received, the charging base controls the electromagnetic component to be powered in the forward direction.

[0033] If the photoelectric sensor continues to provide a blocked signal within a second preset time period after the electromagnetic component stops being powered on in the forward direction, the charging base will control the electromagnetic component to be powered on in the forward direction again.

[0034] By adopting the above technical solution, the present invention has the following beneficial effects compared with the prior art.

[0035] In the built-in processing device charging assembly of the present invention, the mutual attraction between the magnetic component and the magnetic body ensures that the built-in processing device and the charging base are stably matched and not easily detached, so that the first charging contact and the second charging contact are stably in contact. At the same time, the cooperation between the magnetic body and the magnetic component can also play an auxiliary positioning role, making it easier for the user to accurately align the first charging contact and the second charging contact when placing the built-in processing device.

[0036] In the built-in processing device charging assembly of the present invention, by setting a charging mating surface and a supporting plane, the built-in processing device and the charging base are in planar contact support. With the addition of a magnetic body, the built-in processing device can be more stably fixed on the charging base. The housing of the built-in processing device has a spherical profile, which can reduce wear and tear on clothing during use.

[0037] In the charging assembly of the built-in processing device of the present invention, by setting a first magnetic body and a second magnetic body with opposite magnetic properties, the built-in processing device can only be placed on the charging base in a defined direction, further ensuring the accurate docking of the first charging contact and the second charging contact. The positioning protrusion and positioning groove can provide pre-positioning assistance when the user places the built-in processing device. After the positioning protrusion is inserted into the positioning groove, the built-in processing device is rotated to attract the corresponding magnetic components and magnetic attraction components, completing the docking of the first charging contact and the second charging contact, which is convenient for user operation.

[0038] In the built-in processing device charging assembly of the present invention, the magnetic attraction component is an electromagnetic component, and a spring-loaded component is provided that can push the built-in processing device to separate the first charging contact from the second charging contact. The connection between the first and second charging contacts can be controlled by controlling the energization and de-energization of the electromagnetic component. The built-in processing device can be placed on the charging base, while keeping the first and second charging contacts in a separated state to avoid continuous contact and conduction between the first and second charging contacts after charging is completed, which would affect the performance of the built-in processing device.

[0039] In the built-in processing device charging assembly of the present invention, the charging base can detect whether the built-in processing device is located on the charging base, so as to automatically control the power supply state of the electromagnetic component, thereby realizing that the first charging contact and the second charging contact are automatically disconnected after charging is completed. When the built-in processing device has not been used for a long time, it automatically connects the first charging contact and the second charging contact for charging, which is more intelligent.

[0040] The specific embodiments of the present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0041] The accompanying drawings, as part of this invention, are used to provide a further understanding of the invention. The illustrative embodiments and descriptions of the invention are used to explain the invention, but do not constitute an undue limitation of the invention. Obviously, the drawings described below are merely some embodiments, and those skilled in the art can obtain other drawings based on these drawings without creative effort. In the drawings:

[0042] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the charging assembly of the built-in processing device in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0043] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the built-in processing device and charging dock in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0044] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the built-in processing device used in a clothing processing device in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0045] In the diagram: 1. Clothing processing equipment; 2. Clothing holding tube; 100. Built-in processing device; 110. First charging contact; 120. Magnetic body; 121. First magnetic body; 122. Second magnetic body; 130. Positioning groove; 140. Housing; 141. Charging mating surface; 200. Charging base; 201. WIFI configuration button; 202. Charging interface; 210. Second charging contact; 220. Magnetic suction assembly; 221. First magnetic suction part; 222. Second magnetic suction part; 230. Positioning protrusion; 240. Top column; 250. Supporting plane.

[0046] It should be noted that these accompanying drawings and textual descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way, but rather to illustrate the concept of the invention to those skilled in the art by referring to specific embodiments. Detailed Implementation

[0047] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The following embodiments are used to illustrate the present invention, but are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0048] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this invention.

[0049] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation" and "connection" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0050] Example 1

[0051] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the built-in processing device 100 charging assembly for the garment processing device 1 described in this embodiment includes a built-in processing device 100 having a receiving chamber and a charging base 200. The built-in processing device 100 is provided with a first charging contact 110 extending out of the receiving chamber, and the charging base 200 is provided with a corresponding second charging contact 210.

[0052] The built-in processing device 100 is also provided with a magnetic body 120, and the charging base 200 is provided with a magnetic attraction component 220. The magnetic body 120 and the magnetic attraction component 220 can attract each other, so that the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 come into contact, thereby charging the built-in processing device 100.

[0053] In this embodiment, a power supply element and a processing element are disposed in the receiving chamber of the built-in processing device 100. The processing element is used to realize additional functions that the clothing processing device 1 itself does not have. The power supply element can store electrical energy and supply power to the processing element when it is running. The first charging contact 110 is connected to the power supply element, so that the power supply element is charged when the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 make contact and conduct.

[0054] Specifically, the processing element can be one of the following types.

[0055] 1. The processing element is an ultrasonic generator. The built-in processing device 100 is put into the clothes holding drum 2 of the clothes processing equipment 1. The ultrasonic generator works to generate ultrasonic waves in the water to further clean the clothes, thereby improving the washing machine's cleaning ability.

[0056] II. The processing element is a detection element, which includes, but is not limited to, a water level sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, and a turbidity sensor. A communication element wirelessly connected to the control system of the garment processing equipment 1 is also installed in the receiving chamber. A power supply element simultaneously supplies power to both the detection element and the communication element. The built-in processing device 100 is placed into the garment holding tube 2 of the garment processing equipment 1. The detection element detects water level, temperature, humidity, or turbidity information, which is then transmitted to the control system of the garment processing equipment 1 via the communication element. The garment processing equipment 1 adjusts its program based on the received information to achieve a better garment processing effect.

[0057] III. The processing element includes a dispensing mechanism. The receiving chamber contains a reservoir for storing fabric softeners, such as fabric softeners and fragrances. The dispensing mechanism dispenses the fabric softeners from the reservoir. The receiving chamber also contains a communication element wirelessly connected to the control system of the garment processing device 1. A power supply element simultaneously supplies power to the dispensing mechanism and the communication element. The built-in processing device 100 is inserted into the garment holding drum 2 of the garment processing device 1. The communication element acquires real-time information about the operation of the garment processing device 1, thereby dispensing the fabric softener into the garment holding drum 2 at appropriate operating stages to achieve the desired garment care effect. For garment processing devices 1 without automatic dispensing, fabric softener can be automatically added during the washing process without requiring the user to pause the washing program and add it manually.

[0058] In the above solution, since the built-in processing device 100 is put into the clothes holding drum 2 together with the clothes, it rotates in the clothes holding drum 2 together with the clothes during the washing process. The washing effect can be further enhanced by the friction between the built-in processing device 100 and the clothes.

[0059] In this embodiment, the built-in processing device 100 is charged via a charging dock 200 independent of the clothing processing device 1. The charging dock 200 is provided with a charging interface 202 for connecting a power cord. An external power source is connected to the charging interface 202 via a power cord to supply power to the charging dock 200. The charging dock 200 is also provided with a WIFI configuration button 201, which can be operated to connect the charging dock 200 to a mobile terminal, thereby remotely controlling the opening and closing of the charging dock 200 via the mobile terminal.

[0060] A magnetic component 220 is provided on the charging base 200, which can attract the magnetic body 120 on the built-in processing device 100, ensuring that the built-in processing device 100 and the charging base 200 are stably matched and not easy to fall off. This allows the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 to make stable contact, avoiding intermittent charging and preventing the impact on the performance of the power supply components in the built-in processing device 100.

[0061] On the other hand, the cooperation between the magnetic body 120 and the magnetic suction component 220 can also assist in positioning. When the user places the built-in processing device 100, the magnetic body 120 and the magnetic suction component 220 attract each other, allowing adjustment of the placement of the built-in processing device 100 and making it easier to accurately connect the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210. Simultaneously, when movement is required during charging, the user can directly move the charging base 200. Because the built-in processing device 100 is magnetically attracted to the charging base 200, it will not easily detach from the charging base 200. Therefore, the user does not need to hold both the built-in processing device 100 and the charging base 200 with both hands to move it, making operation more convenient.

[0062] In another embodiment, the positions of the magnetic component and the magnetic attraction assembly can be interchanged. That is, the magnetic attraction assembly is placed on the built-in processing device 100, and the magnetic component is placed on the charging base 200, which can achieve the same effect.

[0063] In this embodiment, the magnetic attraction component 220 can be a magnet with opposite magnetism to the magnetic component 120, so that when the magnetic component 120 and the magnetic attraction component 220 approach each other, a mutual attraction force is generated, so that the built-in processing device 100 is stably placed on the charging base 200.

[0064] In a further embodiment, the outer surface of the built-in processing device 100 has a flat surface as a charging mating surface 141. When the built-in processing device 100 is placed on the charging base 200, the charging mating surface 141 faces the charging base 200. The charging base 200 has a support plane 250 disposed opposite to the charging mating surface 141.

[0065] The first charging contact 110 extends from the charging mating surface 141, and the magnetic body 120 is disposed on the charging mating surface 141. The magnetic attraction component 220 is correspondingly disposed on the supporting plane 250.

[0066] Preferably, the built-in processing device 100 includes a housing 140 with a spherical profile, an internal receiving chamber formed inside the housing 140, and at least one planar cross-section on the outer peripheral surface of the housing 140, one of which serves as a charging mating surface 141.

[0067] In the above scheme, the shell 140 with a spherical profile has a smooth spherical surface, which can reduce the wear and tear on the clothes when it comes into contact with and rubs against the clothes in the clothes holding tube 2. A flat cross-section is provided on the shell 140 as a charging mating surface 141. When the built-in processing device 100 is placed on the charging base 200 for charging, the charging mating surface 141 contacts and engages with the support plane 250 on the charging base 200, so that the two form a planar contact support. With the mutual attraction of the magnetic body 120 and the magnetic attraction component 220, the built-in processing device 100 can be more stably fixed on the charging base 200.

[0068] In this embodiment, the upper and lower ends of the housing 140 each have a planar cross-section, with the lower planar cross-section serving as the charging mating surface 141. The ridge formed by the intersection of the two planar cross-sections and the spherical portion of the housing 140 can increase the friction with the clothes during the washing process, further enhancing the cleaning effect.

[0069] In a preferred embodiment, the distance between the magnetic body 120 and the outer periphery of the charging mating surface 141 is less than the distance between the magnetic body 120 and the center of the charging mating surface 141.

[0070] By increasing the distance between the magnetic body 120 and the center of the charging mating surface 141, the magnetic body 120 can be distributed over a larger area, making it easier to set up the magnetic body 120 and the first charging contact 110 on the charging mating surface 141 and avoid mutual interference.

[0071] In a further embodiment, the magnetic body 120 includes a first magnetic body 121 and a second magnetic body 122 with opposite magnetic properties. The first magnetic body 121 and the second magnetic body 122 are arranged circumferentially along the charging mating surface 141, and the first charging contact 110 is arranged circumferentially between the first magnetic body 121 and the second magnetic body 122 along the charging mating surface 141.

[0072] The magnetic attraction component 220 includes a first magnetic attraction part 221 that can attract a first magnetic body 121, and a second magnetic attraction part 222 that can attract a second magnetic body 122.

[0073] In this embodiment, the first charging contact 110 is eccentrically positioned on the charging mating surface 141. By setting a first magnetic body 121 and a second magnetic body 122 with opposite magnetic properties, the first magnetic attraction part 221 can attract the first magnetic body 121, and the second magnetic attraction part 222 can attract the second magnetic body 122, respectively, only when the built-in processing device 100 is placed on the charging base 200 in a specific orientation, thereby completing the docking of the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210. If the placement orientation of the built-in processing device 100 is incorrect, it may cause the first magnetic attraction part 221 to generate a repulsive force on the second magnetic body 122, or the second magnetic attraction part 222 to generate a repulsive force on the first magnetic body 121, thereby preventing the placement of the built-in processing device 100. By setting the first magnetic body 121 and the second magnetic body 122 with opposite magnetic properties, the accurate docking of the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 is further ensured.

[0074] Furthermore, multiple first charging contacts 110 and multiple second charging contacts 210 are respectively provided, and the multiple first charging contacts 110 and multiple second charging contacts 210 correspond one-to-one. The first magnetic attraction part 221 attracts the first magnetic body 121, and the second magnetic attraction part 222 attracts the second magnetic body 122, so that the multiple first charging contacts 110 and multiple second charging contacts 210 make contact one-to-one.

[0075] Specifically, such as Figure 2 As shown, in this embodiment, three first charging contacts 110 are provided, namely contact a, contact b, and contact c, and three corresponding second charging contacts 210 are provided, namely contact a', contact b', and contact c'. The first magnetic attraction part 221 and the second magnetic attraction part 222 respectively attract the first magnetic body 121 and the second magnetic body 122, ensuring that when the first charging contacts 110 and the second charging contacts 210 are connected, contact a and contact a' are in contact and conducting, contact b and contact b' are in contact and conducting, and contact c and contact c' are in contact and conducting, thus avoiding incorrect connection or reverse connection.

[0076] In a further embodiment, a positioning protrusion 230 is provided on the supporting plane 250, and a recessed positioning groove 130 is provided on the charging mating surface 141, with the positioning groove 130 located at the center of the charging mating surface 141. When the built-in processing device 100 is placed on the charging base 200, the positioning protrusion 230 is inserted into the positioning groove 130.

[0077] In the above scheme, the positioning protrusion 230 and the positioning groove 130 can be pre-positioned when the user places the built-in processing device 100. Specifically, the user can first align the positioning groove 130 with the positioning protrusion 230, so that the positioning protrusion 230 is inserted into the positioning groove 130, and then rotate the built-in processing device 100 to attract the magnetic body 120 and the magnetic attraction component 220 accordingly, thereby completing the docking of the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210, which is convenient for user operation.

[0078] In this embodiment, the built-in processing device 100 is independent of the clothing processing device 1. The user can insert it into the clothing holding tube 2 of the clothing processing device 1 when they need to use its additional functions. At the same time, the built-in processing device 100 rotates with the clothes in the clothing holding tube 2, which can enhance the cleaning effect of the clothes through friction with the clothes.

[0079] The built-in processing device 100 is charged via a charging base 200 independent of the clothing processing device 1. A magnetic body 120 and a magnetic attraction component 220 are respectively provided on the built-in processing device 100 and the charging base 200. Through the mutual attraction between the magnetic body 120 and the magnetic attraction component 220, the built-in processing device 100 is more stably fixed on the charging base 200, making it easier to accurately align the positions of the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210, achieving accurate and stable docking and ensuring a stable charging process.

[0080] Example 2

[0081] like Figures 1 to 2 As shown, this embodiment is a further limitation of the first embodiment above. The magnetic component 220 is an electromagnetic component. The electromagnetic component is disposed on the charging base. The electromagnetic component is energized in the forward direction to generate a magnetic force that attracts the magnetic body 120, so that the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 come into contact.

[0082] A spring-opening component is provided on the built-in processing device 100 and / or the charging base 200. The spring-opening component applies a force to the built-in processing device 100 in the direction away from the charging base 200, so that the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 remain separated when the electromagnetic component is not energized.

[0083] In the above scheme, the magnetic suction component 220 is an electromagnetic component, and it is equipped with a spring-loaded component that can push the built-in processing device 100 upward to separate the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210. This allows control of the connection between the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 by controlling the energization and de-energization of the electromagnetic component. When the built-in processing device 100 is not needed for charging, it can be placed on the charging base 200. This also keeps the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 separated, preventing continuous contact and conduction after charging, which could accelerate the aging of the power supply components.

[0084] Preferably, the electromagnetic component can also be energized in reverse to generate a magnetic force that repels the magnetic body 120. By cooperating with the spring-loaded component, the electromagnetic component and the spring-loaded component work together to apply an upward force to the built-in processing device 100, thus preventing the spring-loaded component from failing to lift the built-in processing device 100.

[0085] In this embodiment, the pop-out assembly is disposed on the charging base 200. Specifically, the pop-out assembly includes a top post 240 and an elastic element. The charging base 200 is provided with a mounting groove, one end of the top post 240 is slidably disposed in the mounting groove, and the other end extends out of the mounting groove to act on the built-in processing device 100.

[0086] The elastic element is disposed in the mounting groove, and its two ends abut against the end of the top post 240 disposed in the mounting groove and the bottom surface of the mounting groove, respectively.

[0087] Preferably, the positioning protrusion 230 is movably mounted on the charging base 200 as a top post 240, with the upper end of the top post 240 inserted into the positioning groove 130 on the charging mating surface 141. When the electromagnetic component is forward-energized, it attracts the magnetic body 120 on the charging mating surface 141, and the positioning groove 130 presses down on the top post 240 to overcome the elastic force of the elastic element and move downward, thus achieving contact and conduction between the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210. When the electromagnetic component stops forward-energizing, the attraction to the magnetic body 120 disappears, the elastic element pushes the top post 240 upward, and then the top post 240 lifts the built-in processing device 100, causing the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 to separate.

[0088] The top post 240 acts on the positioning groove 130. Since the positioning groove 130 is located at the center of the charging mating surface 141, the supporting effect of the top post 240 on the built-in processing device 100 is on the center of the charging mating surface 141. After the built-in processing device 100 is lifted by the top post 240, it can also maintain a stable state and will not easily fall off the charging base 200.

[0089] In a further embodiment, the charging dock 200 is also equipped with a sensor for detecting whether the built-in processing device 100 is located on the charging dock 200. Based on the detection results fed back by the sensor, the charging dock 200 can autonomously determine whether the built-in processing device 100 is placed on the charging dock 200, thereby automatically controlling the power supply state of the electromagnetic components, making it more intelligent.

[0090] In one embodiment of this invention, the sensor is a pressure sensor, and the built-in processing device 100 applies pressure to the pressure sensor when it is located on the charging base 200.

[0091] Specifically, the pressure sensor is located at the bottom of the mounting slot. When the built-in processing device 100 is placed on the charging base 200, the top post 240 is pressed down, causing the elastic element to be in a compressed state, and the pressure detected by the pressure sensor increases. When the built-in processing device 100 is removed from the charging base 200, the pressure acting on the top post 240 disappears, thereby releasing the elastic element, and the pressure detected by the pressure sensor decreases.

[0092] In another embodiment of this invention, the sensor is a photoelectric sensor, and a light-shielding part is provided on the built-in processing device 100. When the built-in processing device 100 is located on the charging base 200, the light-shielding part blocks the photoelectric sensor.

[0093] Specifically, the photoelectric sensor is disposed at the upper end of the top post 240, and the light-shielding part is the positioning groove 130. When the built-in processing device 100 is placed on the charging base 200, the upper end of the top post 240 is inserted into the positioning groove 130, and the photoelectric sensor is blocked. When the built-in processing device 100 is removed from the charging base 200, the upper end of the top post 240 is exposed, and the blocking of the photoelectric sensor is removed.

[0094] This embodiment also provides a control method for the charging combination of the above-mentioned built-in processing device 100. When the charging base 200 detects that the built-in processing device 100 is placed on the charging base 200, it controls the electromagnetic component to be energized in the forward direction to attract the magnetic body 120, so that the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 come into contact to start charging.

[0095] When the charging dock 200 detects that the built-in processing device 100 has been removed from the charging dock 200, it controls the electromagnetic components to stop being powered on.

[0096] In the above solution, the charging base 200 can automatically control the power-on and power-off state of the electromagnetic components based on whether the built-in processing device 100 is placed on the charging base 200, without requiring manual operation by the user, making it convenient to use.

[0097] In a further embodiment, after the continuous charging time reaches the first preset time, the charging base 200 controls the electromagnetic component to stop forward power supply, so that the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 separate and stop charging.

[0098] Preferably, after the continuous charging time reaches the first preset time, the charging base 200 controls the electromagnetic component to be energized in reverse to generate a magnetic force that repels the magnetic body 120.

[0099] In the above scheme, the first preset duration is set according to the time required for the built-in processing device 100 to charge from a completely depleted state to a fully charged state. When the built-in processing device 100 continues to charge on the charging base 200 for the first preset duration, the battery is fully charged. At this time, the charging base 200 can automatically control the electromagnetic component to cut off power or reverse power, so that the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 are automatically disconnected, realizing automatic control to stop charging.

[0100] In a further embodiment, after the electromagnetic component stops being powered on in the forward direction, if the built-in processing device 100 is not detected to be removed from the charging base 200 within a second preset time period, the charging base 200 controls the electromagnetic component to be powered on in the forward direction again.

[0101] In the above scheme, if the built-in processing device 100, after charging is completed, is placed on the charging base 200 without being removed, after the second preset time period is reached, the charging base 200 controls the electromagnetic component to be powered on again in the forward direction, so that the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 are in contact and connected again.

[0102] The built-in processing device 100 also experiences slow discharge during periods of non-use, resulting in power loss. If a fully charged device is left unused for an extended period, its power level will gradually decrease below the minimum required for a single operation, rendering it unusable when the user needs it. The second preset duration is set based on the time it takes for the built-in processing device 100 to slowly discharge from a fully charged state to below the minimum required power level, such as 10-15 days. This allows for automatic recharging of the built-in processing device 100 by connecting the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 when excessive power loss occurs, preventing the device from becoming unusable due to insufficient power and improving the user experience.

[0103] In this embodiment, the charging base 200 determines whether to control the electromagnetic component to be powered in the forward direction based on the signal fed back by the sensor.

[0104] Specifically, when the sensor is a pressure sensor, when the pressure detected by the pressure sensor increases to a level greater than the first preset pressure, the charging base 200 controls the electromagnetic component to be energized in the forward direction, so that when the user places the built-in processing device 100 on the charging base 200, the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 are automatically connected for charging.

[0105] When the pressure detected by the pressure sensor drops below the second preset pressure, the charging base 200 controls the electromagnetic component to stop being powered on, thereby automatically stopping the electromagnetic component from working after the user removes the built-in processing device 100 from the charging base 200. The second preset pressure is less than the first preset pressure.

[0106] After continuous charging for a first preset time and stopping the forward power supply of the electromagnetic component, if the pressure detected by the pressure sensor remains greater than the first preset pressure for a second preset time, the charging base 200 controls the electromagnetic component to be powered on again. If the built-in processing device 100 has completed charging and has not been used for the second preset time, the charging base 200 can reconnect the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 to automatically recharge the built-in processing device 100.

[0107] In another embodiment, when the sensor is a photoelectric sensor, when a signal indicating that the photoelectric sensor is blocked is received, the charging base 200 controls the electromagnetic component to be energized in the forward direction, so that when the user places the built-in processing device 100 on the charging base 200, the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 are automatically connected for charging.

[0108] When the charging dock 200 receives a signal that the photoelectric sensor is no longer blocked, it controls the electromagnetic component to stop being powered on, thereby automatically controlling the electromagnetic component to stop working after the user removes the built-in processing device 100 from the charging dock 200.

[0109] After continuous charging for a first preset time and stopping the forward power supply of the electromagnetic component, if the photoelectric sensor continues to report a blocked signal within a second preset time, the charging base 200 controls the electromagnetic component to resume forward power supply. If the built-in processing device 100 has completed charging and has not been used within the second preset time, the charging base 200 can reconnect the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 to automatically recharge the built-in processing device 100.

[0110] In this embodiment, the built-in processing device 100 can be placed on the charging base 200 without being removed. Through the cooperation of the electromagnetic component and the spring-loaded component, the on / off state between the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 can be changed. The built-in processing device 100 can also be placed on the charging base 200 when not in use, solving the storage problem of the built-in processing device 100. At the same time, the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 can remain separated, preventing continuous contact and conduction between the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 after charging is completed, which would accelerate the aging of the power supply components.

[0111] By setting up sensors, the charging dock 200 can detect whether the built-in processing device 100 is located on the charging dock 200, so as to automatically control the power-on state of the electromagnetic components. This enables the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 to be automatically connected after the user places the built-in processing device 100, the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 to be automatically disconnected after charging is completed, and the first charging contact 110 and the second charging contact 210 to be automatically connected for recharging when the built-in processing device 100 has not been used for a long time, making it more intelligent.

[0112] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention in any way. Although the present invention has been disclosed above with reference to preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present invention. Any person skilled in the art can make some modifications or alterations to the above-described technical content to create equivalent embodiments without departing from the scope of the present invention. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes, and alterations made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present invention without departing from the scope of the present invention shall still fall within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A built-in processing device charging assembly for a garment processing device, comprising a built-in processing device having a receiving chamber and a charging base, characterized in that, The receiving chamber is equipped with a power supply element and a processing element. The built-in processing device is used in the clothing holding tube of the clothing processing equipment. The processing element is used to realize the additional functions of the clothing processing equipment. The power supply element supplies power to the processing element when the processing element is running. The outer surface of the built-in processing device has a flat surface as a charging mating surface. When the built-in processing device is placed on the charging base, the charging mating surface faces the charging base. The charging base has a support plane that is opposite to the charging mating surface. The built-in processing device is provided with a first charging contact that is connected to the power supply element and extends out of the receiving chamber. The first charging contact extends out of the charging mating surface, and a second charging contact is provided on the charging base accordingly. A magnetic body is provided on the charging mating surface of the built-in processing device. The magnetic body includes a first magnetic body and a second magnetic body with opposite magnetic properties. The first magnetic body and the second magnetic body are arranged circumferentially on the charging mating surface. A first charging contact is arranged circumferentially between the first magnetic body and the second magnetic body. An electromagnetic component is provided on the supporting plane of the charging base. The electromagnetic component includes a first magnetic attraction part that can attract the first magnetic body and a second magnetic attraction part that can attract the second magnetic body. The electromagnetic component is energized in the forward direction to generate a magnetic force that attracts the magnetic body, causing the first charging contact to contact the second charging contact and charge the built-in processing device. A recessed positioning groove is provided at the center of the charging mating surface. The charging base is provided with a mounting groove and a spring-loaded assembly. The spring-loaded assembly includes a top post and an elastic element. One end of the top post is slidably disposed in the mounting groove, and the other end extends out of the mounting groove and inserts into the positioning groove. The elastic element is disposed in the mounting groove, with its two ends abutting against the end of the top post disposed in the mounting groove and the bottom surface of the mounting groove, respectively. The elastic element and the top post apply a force to the built-in processing device in the direction opposite to the charging base. The electromagnetic component is energized in the reverse direction to generate a magnetic force that repels the magnetic body. Through the cooperation of the electromagnetic component and the spring-loaded assembly, the first charging contact and the second charging contact remain separated.

2. The built-in processing device charging assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The built-in processing device includes a housing with a spherical profile, an internal cavity formed inside the housing, and at least one planar cross-section on the outer peripheral surface of the housing, one of which serves as a charging mating surface.

3. The built-in processing device charging assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The distance between the outer periphery of the magnetic body and the charging mating surface is less than the distance between the center of the magnetic body and the charging mating surface.

4. The built-in processing device charging assembly according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, The charging dock is also equipped with a sensor for detecting whether the built-in processing device is located on the charging dock.

5. The built-in processing device charging assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that, The sensor is a pressure sensor located at the bottom of the mounting slot. When the built-in processing device is on the charging base, it presses down the top column to compress the elastic element and apply pressure to the pressure sensor.

6. The built-in processing device charging assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that, The sensor is a photoelectric sensor installed on the upper end of the top column. When the built-in processing device is located on the charging base, the upper end of the top column is inserted into the positioning groove, and the photoelectric sensor is blocked by the positioning groove.

7. A control method for a charging assembly of a built-in processing device as described in any one of claims 4-6, characterized in that, When the charging dock detects that the built-in processing device has been placed on the charging dock, it controls the electromagnetic component to be energized in the forward direction to attract the magnetic body, so that the first charging contact and the second charging contact make contact and start charging.

8. The control method for the charging assembly of the built-in processing device according to claim 7, characterized in that, When the charging dock detects that the built-in processing device has been removed from the charging dock, the control electromagnetic components stop being powered on. After the charging dock continuously charges the built-in processing device for a first preset time, the charging dock controls the electromagnetic component to stop forward power supply, causing the first charging contact to separate from the second charging contact and stop charging.

9. The control method for the charging assembly of the built-in processing device according to claim 8, characterized in that, After the charging time reaches the first preset time, the charging base controls the electromagnetic components to reverse the current to generate a magnetic force that repels the magnetic body.

10. The control method for the charging assembly of the built-in processing device according to claim 8, characterized in that, After the continuous charging time reaches the first preset time and the electromagnetic component stops being powered in the forward direction, if the built-in processing device is not detected to be removed from the charging base within the second preset time, the charging base controls the electromagnetic component to be powered in the forward direction again.

11. The control method for the charging assembly of the built-in processing device according to any one of claims 7-10, characterized in that, When the sensor is a pressure sensor, when the pressure detected by the pressure sensor increases to a level greater than the first preset pressure, the charging base controls the electromagnetic component to be energized in the forward direction to connect the first charging contact and the second charging contact for charging. When the pressure detected by the pressure sensor drops below the second preset pressure, the charging dock controls the electromagnetic component to stop being powered on, wherein the second preset pressure is less than the first preset pressure; After the continuous charging time reaches the first preset time and the electromagnetic component stops being powered in the forward direction, if the pressure detected by the pressure sensor continues to be greater than the first preset pressure within the second preset time, the charging base controls the electromagnetic component to be powered in the forward direction again, so as to reconnect the first charging contact and the second charging contact for recharging.

12. The control method for the charging assembly of the built-in processing device according to any one of claims 7-10, characterized in that, When the sensor is a photoelectric sensor, when a signal that the photoelectric sensor is blocked is received, the charging base controls the electromagnetic component to be energized in the forward direction so as to connect the first charging contact and the second charging contact for charging. When the charging dock receives a signal that the photoelectric sensor is no longer blocked, it controls the electromagnetic components to stop being powered on. After the charging time reaches the first preset time and the electromagnetic component stops being powered in the forward direction, if the photoelectric sensor continues to provide a blocked signal within the second preset time, the charging base will control the electromagnetic component to be powered in the forward direction again.

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