Base station and cleaning robot system

Abstract

The present application provides a base station and a cleaning robot system, the base station comprising: a base station body (110), the base station body (110) having a communication port (111) and a cleaning inner cavity (120), the communication port (111) being used for allowing a cleaning robot (200) of the cleaning robot system to enter the cleaning inner cavity (120); a cleaning component (130) being used for cleaning a wiping member of the cleaning robot (200), the cleaning component (130) being detachably mounted in the cleaning inner cavity (120) and being removable through the communication port (111). The present application facilitates the user to clean the cleaning component by detachably arranging the cleaning component in the base station body and allowing the cleaning component to be removed through the communication port provided on the base station body, thereby improving the user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of small household appliances, and in particular to a base station and a cleaning robot system. Background Art

[0002] With the continuous advancement of science and technology, household appliances are becoming increasingly intelligent. Smart appliances, such as cleaning robots, have brought significant convenience to users' lives and work. Cleaning robots, for example, incorporate various types of sensors, path planning, automatic obstacle avoidance, and map-building technologies, enabling them to autonomously perform cleaning operations. This increased intelligence effectively reduces the workload and fatigue associated with home cleaning.

[0003] Many existing cleaning robots have a mopping function, which is achieved by placing a wiping cloth on the bottom of the cleaning robot. After a period of mopping, the wiping cloth needs to be replaced or cleaned, which increases the user's workload. This problem can be effectively solved by equipping the cleaning robot with a cleaning base station. The cleaning base station is equipped with a cleaning component for cleaning the wiping cloth. After the cleaning robot returns to the cleaning base station, the cleaning base station can automatically clean the wiping cloth through the cleaning component. The cleaning component also needs to be cleaned after use to remove the dirt attached to it. The existing cleaning base station has an unreasonable structural design, which makes it very inconvenient for users to clean the cleaning component, thereby reducing the user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The present application provides a base station and a cleaning robot system, which can facilitate users to clean cleaning components and improve the user experience.

[0005] To solve the above problems, the technical solution provided by the embodiments of the present application is: a base station applied to a cleaning robot system, the base station comprising:

[0006] A base station body, the base station body having a communication port and a cleaning inner cavity, the communication port being used for allowing a cleaning robot of the cleaning robot system to enter the cleaning inner cavity;

[0007] A cleaning component is used to clean the wiping member of the cleaning robot. The cleaning component is detachably installed in the cleaning inner cavity and can be taken out through the communication port.

[0008] In a possible design, the cleaning component includes a tray, on which a cleaning groove for accommodating the wiper is provided. The tray is slidably disposed on the base station body and can be pulled out through the connecting port.

[0009] In one possible design, the cleaning component includes a tray and a hollow bracket, the tray is provided with a cleaning groove for accommodating the hollow bracket, a plurality of through holes are opened on the bottom wall of the hollow bracket, the tray can be slidably arranged on the base station body, and can be pulled out through the connecting port.

[0010] In a possible design, the base station further includes a locking mechanism, and when the tray is slid to the installation position, the locking mechanism is used to limit the position of the tray.

[0011] In a possible design, the cleaning assembly further includes a guide plate disposed on the outside of the tray, and the guide plate is integrally formed with the tray.

[0012] In a possible design, a drain port connected to the cleaning tank is provided on the tray, and a drain pipe is further provided in the cleaning inner cavity. When the tray is slid to the installation position, the drain port and the drain pipe are connected.

[0013] In a possible design, a suction nozzle is provided in the drain port, and when the tray is slid to the installation position, the suction nozzle docks with the drain pipe.

[0014] In a possible design, the opening of the drain pipe toward the suction nozzle is trumpet-shaped, and when the tray is slid to the installation position, the suction nozzle is inserted into the opening to form a connection.

[0015] In one possible design, a water level detection sensor is provided in the cleaning tank, and a first terminal electrically connected to the water level detection sensor is provided on the tray. When the tray is slid to the installation position, the first terminal is electrically connected to the second terminal provided on the base station body.

[0016] In a possible design, when the tray is slid to the installation position, the first terminal and the second terminal abut against each other to lock the tray.

[0017] In a possible design, a first sealing ring is provided in the opening.

[0018] In a possible design, a second sealing ring is provided between the drain outlet and the suction nozzle.

[0019] In one possible design, a slide groove is provided on one of the tray and the base station body, and a sliding member is provided on the other of the tray and the base station body. The sliding member is slidably arranged in the slide groove and can be detached from the slide groove through the end opening of the slide groove.

[0020] In a possible design, the sliding member is any one of a slider, a pulley or a sliding pin.

[0021] In a possible design, the cleaning assembly further includes a hollow bracket disposed in the cleaning tank, and an inner surface of the hollow bracket is provided with a protrusion for abutting against the wiping member.

[0022] In a possible design, the cleaning component and the base station body are detachable.

[0023] In a possible design, the raised portions may include a plurality of raised portions and be distributed radially, and a plurality of protrusions are provided on the upper surface of the raised portions.

[0024] In a possible design, the cleaning assembly further includes a guide plate disposed on the outside of the tray, and the guide plate is tilted to facilitate the entry and exit of the cleaning robot in the base station.

[0025] In one possible design, the tray and the guide plate can be formed into an integral structure through an integral molding process such as injection molding or 3D printing.

[0026] In one possible design, anti-slip ribs can be provided on the guide plate to facilitate the cleaning robot to enter the cleaning cavity. A limiting structure (such as a limiting groove or a limiting protrusion) can also be provided on the guide plate to limit the cleaning robot and prevent the cleaning robot from detaching from the cleaning cavity during cleaning.

[0027] The present application also provides a cleaning robot system, comprising a cleaning robot and a base station provided in any of the aforementioned possible designs.

[0028] In an embodiment of the present application, a cleaning inner cavity is provided inside the base station body, and a cleaning component is provided inside the cleaning inner cavity. A connecting port is also provided on the side wall of the base station body, through which the cleaning robot can enter the cleaning inner cavity. After the wiping piece of the cleaning robot is in place, the cleaning component can clean the wiping piece and remove the dirt on the wiping piece.

[0029] After the cleaning component has finished cleaning the wiper, the cleaning component may be contaminated. For example, the dirt on the wiper may be transferred to the cleaning component, so that the cleaning component also needs to be cleaned for the user to continue using it next time. In the embodiment of the present application, the cleaning component is detachably installed in the cleaning cavity and can be taken out through the connecting port, so that it is convenient for the user to clean the cleaning component, improving the efficiency of the cleaning process and the user's experience. In addition, since the cleaning component can be taken out to the outside of the cleaning cavity, the user can clean the cleaning component (such as rinsing) more thoroughly, thereby achieving a better cleaning effect. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0030] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present application or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the present application. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative labor.

[0031] Figure 1 It is a structural diagram of the cleaning robot system provided in an embodiment of the present application.

[0032] Figure 2 It is a structural diagram of the base station provided in an embodiment of the present application.

[0033] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A cross-sectional view of the base station from an AA perspective is shown.

[0034] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the structure when the cleaning component is separated from the base station body.

[0035] Figure 5 yes Figure 3 A partial enlarged view of area A in the middle.

[0036] Figure 6 It is an exploded diagram of a partial structure of a base station provided in an embodiment of the present application.

[0037] Figure 7 It is an exploded view of the cleaning component provided in an embodiment of the present application.

[0038] Reference numerals: 100, base station; 200, cleaning robot;

[0039] 110, base station body; 110a, base; 110b, upper cover; 111, communication port; 112, second terminal; 113, chute; 114, nozzle; 120, cleaning inner cavity;

[0040] 130. Cleaning assembly; 131. Tray; 132. Cleaning tank; 133. Drain; 134. First terminal; 135. Sliding member; 136. Hollow bracket; 137. Raised portion; 138. Guide plate;

[0041] 140. Sewage tank; 150. Clean water tank; 160. Drain pipe; 161. First sealing ring; 162. Second sealing ring; 163. Third sealing ring; 170. Suction nozzle. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0042] The embodiments of the present application are described in detail below, and examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals throughout represent the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present application, and should not be understood as limiting the present application.

[0043] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be understood to indicate or imply relative importance or implicitly specify the number of the technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined as "first," "second," or "third" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the described features. In the description of this application, "plurality" means two or more, unless otherwise specifically defined.

[0044] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "installed" and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections, electrical connections, or mutual communication; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; they can refer to internal communication between two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0045] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "side", "front", "rear", etc. indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the installation, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be understood as a limitation on this application.

[0046] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the term "and / or" is merely a description of the association relationship of associated objects, indicating that three relationships may exist. For example, A and / or B can represent three situations: A exists alone, A and B exist at the same time, and B exists alone.

[0047] An embodiment of the present application provides a base station and a cleaning robot system, in which the cleaning component is detachably arranged in the base station body, and the cleaning component can be taken out through a connecting port opened on the base station body, thereby making it convenient for the user to clean the cleaning component, improving the user experience, and achieving a better cleaning effect on the cleaning component.

[0048] The present application embodiment first provides a cleaning robot system, Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the cleaning robot system provided in the embodiment of the present application. Figure 1 As shown, the cleaning robot system includes a base station 100 and a cleaning robot 200 that complement each other.

[0049] The cleaning robot 200 is provided with a wiping member (not shown) at the bottom thereof, through which the floor can be cleaned. The wiping member can be, for example, a wiping cloth (mop, rag, sponge, etc.), a roller brush, or a side brush, etc., which can clean the floor, but this application does not limit this. In this case, the cleaning robot 200 can be any one of a mopping (wiping) robot, a sweeping robot, or a floor washing robot.

[0050] The cleaning robot 200 can walk autonomously and does not require direct human control and operation when performing cleaning work. It also has functions such as path planning, automatic obstacle avoidance, human-machine interaction, and return charging. The bottom of the cleaning robot 200 is provided with a driving structure such as a driving wheel or a crawler to achieve autonomous walking.

[0051] The base station 100 is a docking station for the cleaning robot 200 and is used to perform preset operations for the cleaning robot 200, such as charging the cleaning robot 200 and collecting dust from the dust collection box of the cleaning robot 200. In the embodiment of the present application, the base station 100 can also clean the wipers on the cleaning robot 200 using its own cleaning components.

[0052] The cleaning robot 200 provided in the embodiment of the present application is highly intelligent (highly automated) and can minimize user operations. After the cleaning robot 200 has been operating for a period of time, if it determines that it needs to be charged and / or clean its wipers, the cleaning robot 200 can automatically return to the base station 100 to charge and / or clean its wipers at the base station 100.

[0053] The cleaning component of the base station 100 also needs to be cleaned after use to remove dirt attached thereto. The base station 100 provided in the embodiment of the present application can facilitate the user to clean the cleaning component and can improve the user's usage experience.

[0054] Figure 2 It is a structural diagram of the base station provided in an embodiment of the present application. Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A cross-sectional view of the base station from an AA perspective is shown. Figure 4 yes Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the structure when the cleaning component is separated from the base station body. Figure 2-4 As shown, the base station 100 provided in this embodiment of the present application includes a base station body 110 and a cleaning component 130 .

[0055] Among them, the base station body 110 has a connecting port 111 and a cleaning cavity 120. The connecting port 111 is used for the cleaning robot 200 to enter the cleaning cavity 120; the cleaning component 130 is used to clean the wiping part of the cleaning robot 200. The cleaning component 130 is detachably installed in the cleaning cavity 120 and can be taken out through the connecting port 111.

[0056] Specifically, a cleaning inner cavity 120 is provided inside the base station body 110, and a cleaning component 130 is provided inside the cleaning inner cavity. A connecting port 111 is also provided on the side wall of the base station body 110, and the cleaning robot 200 can enter the cleaning inner cavity 120 through the connecting port 111. After the wiping piece of the cleaning robot 200 is in place, the cleaning component 130 can clean the wiping piece and remove the dirt on the wiping piece.

[0057] After the cleaning component 130 finishes cleaning the wiper, the cleaning component 130 may be contaminated. For example, the dirt on the wiper may be transferred to the cleaning component 130, so that the cleaning component 130 also needs to be cleaned for the user to continue using it next time. In the embodiment of the present application, the cleaning component 130 is detachably installed in the cleaning cavity 120 and can be taken out through the connecting port 111, so that it is convenient for the user to clean the cleaning component 130, thereby improving the efficiency of the cleaning process and the user's experience. In addition, since the cleaning component 130 is taken out to the outside of the cleaning cavity 120, the user can clean the cleaning component 130 (for example, rinse) more thoroughly, thereby achieving a better cleaning effect.

[0058] The base station 100 can use ultrasonic cleaning, dry cleaning, or water cleaning to clean the wiper, which may result in different specific structural forms of the cleaning assembly 130. This application does not limit the specific structure and working principle of the cleaning assembly 130, as long as it can clean the wiper of the cleaning robot 200.

[0059] Optionally, after the cleaning assembly 130 is removed from the cleaning cavity 120, the two can be separated from each other. That is, the cleaning assembly 130 and the base station body 110 can be separated. This arrangement allows for more thorough cleaning of the cleaning assembly 130. For example, the user can directly rinse the cleaning assembly 130 under the faucet, thereby achieving a better cleaning effect.

[0060] Optionally, after the cleaning assembly 130 is removed through the communication port 111, it can still remain connected to the base station body 110 so that the two are not separated from each other, that is, the cleaning assembly 130 can still be connected to the base station body 110. In this case, since the cleaning assembly 130 is located outside the cleaning cavity 120, it is also convenient for the user to perform cleaning operations on the cleaning assembly 130.

[0061] In the embodiment of the present application, water washing is used to clean the wiping element. This is because water washing is not only easier to implement, less expensive, and provides better cleaning results, but also leaves the wiping element moist after cleaning, allowing it to continue mopping without the need for an additional step of wetting the wiping element. Therefore, the water washing cleaning method can further reduce user involvement and further ensure the continuity of the cleaning robot 200's operation.

[0062] like Figure 3 、 4 As shown, in the embodiment of the present application, the cleaning component 130 includes a tray 131, and the tray 131 is provided with a cleaning groove 132 for accommodating a wiper. The tray 131 is slidably provided on the base station body 110 and can be pulled out through the connecting port 111. When the cleaning robot 200 is in place, the wiper at the bottom of the cleaning robot 200 will be located in the cleaning groove 132, and the clean water in the cleaning groove 132 will be able to clean the wiper and remove dirt attached to its surface. The tray 131 is slidably provided on the base station body 110 and can be pulled out through the connecting port 111. The user can take out the tray 131 in the same way as pulling a drawer. After cleaning is completed, the tray 131 can be reset in the same way as pushing a drawer, so that the user can conveniently and efficiently perform the disassembly and installation operations of the tray 131, thereby improving the user experience.

[0063] This application does not limit how the tray 131 maintains a sliding connection with the base station body 110. The tray 131 may maintain a sliding connection with the inner surface of the side wall of the base station body 110, or with the inner surface of the bottom wall of the base station body 110. The sliding connection between the tray 131 and the base station body 110 may be achieved through a combination of cooperating slide grooves and sliding members.

[0064] like Figure 6 、 7 As shown, a slide groove 113 is provided on the base station body 110, and a sliding member 135 is provided on the tray 131. The sliding member 135 is slidably set in the slide groove 113 and can be separated from the slide groove 113 through the end opening of the slide groove 113, thereby realizing a sliding connection between the tray 131 and the base station body 110, and when the tray 131 is moved to the outermost side, the sliding member 135 can be separated from the slide groove 113 through the end opening of the slide groove 113, so that the tray 131 and the base station body 110 can be separated from each other.

[0065] Optionally, in other embodiments, the positions of the slide groove 113 and the sliding member 135 can be swapped, for example, the sliding member 135 is set on the base station body 110, and the slide groove 113 is set on the slide groove 113 tray 131, which can also achieve the above-mentioned sliding connection effect.

[0066] like Figure 6 、 7 As shown, in the embodiment of the present application, the sliding member 135 is a slider, and a slider is arranged on each opposite side of the tray 131, and a slide groove 113 that cooperates with the slider is provided on the inner surface of the side wall of the base station body 110. The slider is slidably arranged in the slide groove 113. Since a group of slide groove and slider combinations are provided on the left and right sides of the tray 131, the tray 131 can be movably installed in the cleaning cavity 120 like a drawer.

[0067] Optionally, in other embodiments, the sliding member 135 may also be any one of structural members such as a pulley (roller) or a sliding pin.

[0068] Furthermore, the tray 131 is slidably arranged on the base station body 110. In order to prevent the tray 131 from relative displacement during the cleaning of the wiper, in an embodiment of the present application, the base station 100 also includes a locking mechanism (not shown in the figure). When the tray 131 is slid to the installation position, the locking mechanism is used to lock and limit the tray 131.

[0069] Here, the installation position refers to the position where the tray 131 is accurately held in the cleaning cavity 120 so as to be able to perform a cleaning operation on the wiper. When the tray 131 is slid to the installation position, the locking mechanism can lock the tray 131 to prevent it from moving and affecting the cleaning effect.

[0070] This application does not limit the specific structure of the locking mechanism, as long as it can achieve a locking and limiting effect. For example, the locking mechanism can be a bolt-type limiting structure located at the communication port 111 of the base station body 110. After the tray 131 is in place, the bolt-type limiting structure is moved into the communication port 111 and pressed against the outer wall of the tray 131 to prevent it from sliding outward. When cleaning is required, the locking mechanism (i.e., the bolt-type limiting structure) can be opened to remove the tray 131.

[0071] Optionally, after the tray 131 is in place (i.e., reaches the installation position), the chute 113 and the slider 135 can form an interference fit (this can be achieved by having the inner width of the chute 113 slightly smaller than the outer width). At this point, the chute 113 and the slider 135 can abut against each other, thereby locking the tray 131. In other words, the chute 113 and the slider 135 constitute the locking mechanism. This configuration simplifies the internal structure of the base station 100 and reduces production costs.

[0072] Figure 5 yes Figure 3 A partial enlarged view of area A in the middle. Figure 6It is an exploded diagram of a partial structure of a base station provided in an embodiment of the present application. Figure 7 : is an exploded view of the cleaning component provided in the embodiment of the present application. Figure 3-7 As shown, a drain port 133 communicating with the cleaning tank 132 is provided on the tray 131 , and a drain pipe 160 is fixedly provided in the cleaning cavity 120 . When the tray 131 is slid to the installation position, the drain port 133 and the drain pipe 160 are connected.

[0073] At this time, the sewage in the washing tank 132 can be drained through the drain pipe 160 and the drain port 133. The drain port 133 and the drain pipe 160 of the present application are configured so that when the tray 131 is slid to the installation position, the drain port 133 and the drain pipe 160 can be automatically connected without the need for manual connection by the user, thereby simplifying the operation and facilitating the use of the user.

[0074] like Figure 2 As shown, in this embodiment of the present application, the base station 100 further includes a sewage tank 140 and a clean water tank 150 arranged in parallel on the upper portion of the base station body 110. The sewage tank 140 and the clean water tank 150 can be detachably connected to the base station body 110 to facilitate the user to empty the sewage in the sewage tank 140 and to refill the clean water tank 150.

[0075] In this embodiment of the present application, the cleaning tank 132 is connected to the sewage tank 140 via a drain pipe 160. After cleaning, the sewage in the cleaning tank 132 can be discharged into the sewage tank 140 through the drain port 133 and the drain pipe 160. To provide transmission power, a negative pressure pump (not shown) can be installed in the water flow path between the drain pipe 160 and the sewage tank 140 to suck the sewage from the cleaning tank 132 into the sewage tank 140.

[0076] Before starting cleaning, the cleaning tank 132 can be replenished with clean water through the clean water tank 150. Figure 3 、 6 As shown, a nozzle 114 is further provided in the cleaning inner cavity 120 , and the nozzle 114 is connected to the clean water tank 150 , and can transmit the clean water in the clean water tank 150 to the cleaning tank 132 to facilitate the cleaning operation of the wiper.

[0077] The nozzle 114 is provided at the upper portion of the inner wall of the base station body 110 and can be used to replenish clean water before cleaning the wiper or during the cleaning process, which is not limited in this application.

[0078] In the embodiments of this application, Figure 3-7As shown, a suction nozzle 170 is fixedly provided in the drain port 133. When the tray 131 is slid to the installation position, the suction nozzle 170 docks with the drain pipe 160. By providing the suction nozzle 170, on the one hand, the automatic connection between the drain port 133 and the drain pipe 160 can be facilitated, and on the other hand, the sewage can be easily sucked out of the cleaning tank 132.

[0079] Specifically, the suction nozzle 170 is fixed to the inside of the drain outlet 133, with one end of the suction nozzle 170 located outside the tray 131, and the other end passing through the drain outlet 133 and extending into the middle of the tray 131. A sealed connection is achieved between the outer wall of the suction nozzle 170 and the inner wall of the drain outlet 133 to prevent sewage from leaking. The outer end of the suction nozzle 170 protrudes from the side wall of the tray 131. When the tray 131 is slid to the installation position, the suction nozzle 170 is docked with the drain pipe 160. At this time, the suction nozzle 170 can extend into the inside of the drain pipe 160, or the suction nozzle 170 can be sleeved on the outside of the drain pipe 160. The two are sealed to achieve reliable conduction between the cleaning tank 132 and the sewage tank 140. This application does not limit this.

[0080] like Figure 3 、 5 As shown, the opening of the drain pipe 160 toward the suction nozzle 170 is trumpet-shaped. When the tray 131 is slid to the installation position, the suction nozzle 170 is inserted into the opening. This arrangement facilitates the docking of the two. The trumpet-shaped opening also serves as a guide. When the front ends of the drain pipe 160 and the suction nozzle 170 are misaligned (for example, there is an angle between their axes), as long as the suction nozzle 170 is still located in the opening, the suction nozzle 170 can be accurately inserted into the drain pipe 160 under the guidance of the opening, achieving a reliable and sealed connection between the two.

[0081] Furthermore, the front end portion of the suction nozzle 170 may be provided with a smooth chamfer to facilitate accurate docking of the drain pipe 160 and the suction nozzle 170 and to make the docking process smooth.

[0082] like Figure 5 As shown, a first sealing ring 161 is provided in the opening of the drain pipe 160 toward the suction nozzle 170. After the suction nozzle 170 is inserted into the opening, the first sealing ring 161 is located between the drain pipe 160 and the suction nozzle 170 and is tightly pressed against the two to achieve a reliable sealing connection between the two.

[0083] The first sealing ring 161 can be an elastic sealing ring, such as a rubber ring or a silicone ring, but is not limited thereto. The first sealing ring 161 is sleeved on the outer wall of the suction nozzle 170 and can elastically press against the side walls of the drain pipe 160 and the suction nozzle 170 to provide reliable sealing performance.

[0084] Furthermore, a second sealing ring 162 is provided between the drain outlet 133 and the suction nozzle 170. The second sealing ring 162 abuts against the inner wall of the drain outlet 133 and the outer wall of the suction nozzle 170, respectively, to achieve a reliable sealed connection between the two. The second sealing ring 162 is in the shape of a boss with an opening in the center and is sleeved onto the outer circumference of the suction nozzle 170. The front end of the boss is embedded in the drain outlet 133, abutting against the inner wall of the drain outlet 133 and the outer wall of the suction nozzle 170, respectively.

[0085] The inner end of the suction nozzle 170 passes through the drain port 133 and extends into the middle of the tray 131. Figure 3 As shown, a third sealing ring 163 is provided between the outer wall of the inner end portion of the suction nozzle 170 and the inner wall of the cleaning tank 132, thereby achieving better sealing performance and preventing sewage leakage.

[0086] In order to ensure a reliable sealing connection between the drain pipe 160 and the suction nozzle 170 , the drain pipe 160 should be reliably fixed inside the cleaning cavity 120 to prevent it from being displaced.

[0087] like Figure 3-5 As shown, in the embodiment of the present application, the drain pipe 160 is fixed to the side wall of the base station body 110 opposite the communication port 111, and the front opening faces the communication port 111. When the tray 131 is slid from the communication port 111 to the installation position (which is also the innermost position that the tray 131 can slide to), the front opening of the drain pipe 160 reliably interfaces with the suction nozzle 170. At this time, the drain pipe 160 can also serve as a limit support for the tray 131 and can provide a positioning indication to the user.

[0088] Furthermore, if Figure 6 As shown, the base station body 110 includes a base 110a and an upper cover 110b that cover each other to define the clean inner cavity 120. The base 110a and the upper cover 110b can be detachably connected by screws or buckles.

[0089] The base 110a has a bottom wall and a peripheral wall, with a notch in the peripheral wall forming the communication port 111. The bottom of the drain pipe 160 is also fixedly connected to the bottom wall of the base station body 110 via a connecting structure. The drain pipe 160 is L-shaped, with the opening on the side away from the suction nozzle 170 being connected to the sewage tank 140.

[0090] like Figure 3 、 7 As shown, a water level detection sensor is provided in the cleaning tank 132, and a first terminal 134 electrically connected to the water level detection sensor is provided on the tray 131. The first terminal 134 is configured so that when the tray 131 is slid to the installation position, the first terminal 134 is electrically connected to the second terminal 112 provided on the base station body 110.

[0091] The water level sensor can detect the water level in the washing tank 132. The present application does not specifically limit the specific type of the water level sensor; it can be any type of water level sensing device known in the art. The second terminal 112 can be electrically connected to the controller of the base station 100, thereby enabling electrical connection between the water level sensor and the controller, and transmitting a detection signal to the controller.

[0092] The controller can control the nozzle to promptly replenish water into the cleaning tank 132 based on the water level in the cleaning tank 132, or control the negative pressure pump to promptly discharge wastewater from the cleaning tank 132 into the wastewater tank 140, thereby improving the automation level of the base station 100. Because the tray 131 is detachable from the base station body 110, when the tray 131 is slid to the installation position, the first terminal 134 is automatically electrically connected to the second terminal 112 provided on the base station body 110, eliminating the need for manual operation by the user, simplifying user operations and facilitating use.

[0093] The first terminal 134 and / or the second terminal 112 may be metal terminals. The metal may be, for example, a copper alloy or an aluminum alloy or other material with sufficient electrical conductivity.

[0094] Furthermore, when the tray 131 is slid to the installation position, the first terminals 134 and the second terminals 112 elastically abut against each other, locking the tray 131. In other words, the first terminals 134 and the second terminals 112 not only achieve electrical connection but also function as the aforementioned locking mechanism, locking and limiting the position of the tray 131. This configuration simplifies the structure of the base station 100 and reduces costs.

[0095] The first terminal 134 and the second terminal 112 should have sufficient fatigue life, not break after multiple clamping and separation, and still be able to recover to the original shape and always have sufficient elastic force.

[0096] like Figure 6 、 7 As shown, the cleaning assembly 130 further includes a hollow bracket 136 disposed in the cleaning tank 132 , and an inner surface of the hollow bracket 136 is provided with a protrusion 137 for abutting against the wiper.

[0097] Specifically, a hollow bracket 136 is provided in the cleaning tank 132, and the suction nozzle 170 is located between the hollow bracket 136 and the tray 131. A plurality of through holes can be opened on the bottom wall of the hollow bracket 136. The aperture of the plurality of through holes is small, which can filter impurities in the sewage and prevent larger particles of impurities from entering the negative pressure pump through the suction nozzle 170 and causing damage to the pump body.

[0098] The inner surface of the hollow bracket 136 is provided with a protrusion 137 for contacting with the wiping piece, and the protrusion 137 can scrape and clean the wiping piece.

[0099] When the cleaning assembly 130 cleans the wiper of the cleaning robot 200, the raised portion 137 contacts the wiper. The raised portion 137 can not only be used to scrape away dirty water or impurities on the wiper during cleaning, achieving a more thorough cleaning of the wiper, but also can be used to squeeze water from the wiper to prevent the wiper from becoming excessively wet and affecting its use.

[0100] like Figure 7 As shown, the raised portion 137 may include multiple protrusions 137 and be distributed radially. The upper surface of the protrusion 137 may be provided with multiple protrusions, thereby further improving the cleaning effect.

[0101] like Figure 6 、 7 As shown, the cleaning assembly 130 further includes a guide plate 138 disposed on the outside of the tray 131. The guide plate 138 is tilted to facilitate the entry and exit of the cleaning robot 200 in the base station 100, which helps to improve the working efficiency of the cleaning robot system.

[0102] The tray 131 and the guide plate 138 can be formed into an integral structure through an integral molding process such as injection molding or 3D printing, thereby reducing the production process and saving production costs.

[0103] Anti-slip ribs can be provided on the guide plate 138 to facilitate the cleaning robot 200 to enter the cleaning cavity 120. A limiting structure (such as a limiting groove or a limiting protrusion) can also be provided on the guide plate 138 to limit the cleaning robot 200 and prevent the cleaning robot 200 from detaching from the cleaning cavity 120 during cleaning.

[0104] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of the present application, but the scope of protection of the present application is not limited thereto. Any changes or substitutions that can be easily conceived by a person skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this application should be included in the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application should be based on the scope of protection of the claims.

Claims

1. A base station, applied to a cleaning robot system, characterized in that: The base station includes: A base station body (110), the base station body (110) having a communication port (111) and a cleaning inner cavity (120), the communication port (111) being used for allowing a cleaning robot (200) of the cleaning robot system to enter the cleaning inner cavity (120); a cleaning assembly (130) for cleaning the wiping member of the cleaning robot (200), wherein the cleaning assembly (130) is detachably mounted in the cleaning inner cavity (120) and can be taken out through the communication port (111); The cleaning assembly (130) comprises a tray (131) and a hollow bracket (136); the tray (131) is provided with a cleaning tank (132) for accommodating the hollow bracket (136); a plurality of through holes are provided on the bottom wall of the hollow bracket (136); the tray (131) is slidably arranged on the base station body (110) and can be withdrawn through the communication port (111); The cleaning assembly (130) further comprises a guide plate (138) arranged on the outside of the tray (131), wherein the guide plate (138) and the tray (131) are integrally formed; A water level detection sensor is provided in the cleaning tank (132); a first terminal (134) electrically connected to the water level detection sensor is provided on the tray (131); when the tray (131) is slid to the installation position, the first terminal (134) is electrically connected to a second terminal (112) provided on the base station body (110); When the tray (131) is slid to the installation position, the first terminal (134) and the second terminal (112) are pressed against each other to lock the tray (131).

2. The base station according to claim 1, wherein The tray (131) is provided with a drain port (133) connected to the cleaning tank (132), and a drain pipe (160) is also provided in the cleaning inner cavity (120). When the tray (131) is slid to the installation position, the drain port (133) and the drain pipe (160) are connected.

3. The base station according to claim 2, wherein A suction nozzle (170) is provided in the drain port (133), and when the tray (131) is slid to the installation position, the suction nozzle (170) docks with the drain pipe (160).

4. The base station according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that A slide groove (113) is provided on one of the tray (131) and the base station body (110), and a sliding member (135) is provided on the other of the tray (131) and the base station body (110). The sliding member (135) is slidably arranged in the slide groove (113) and can be separated from the slide groove (113) through an end opening of the slide groove (113).

5. The base station according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that The cleaning component (130) and the base station body (110) can be separated.

6. A cleaning robot system, characterized in that: The cleaning robot comprises a cleaning robot and a base station according to any one of claims 1 to 5.

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