A laundry treating apparatus

Abstract

The application discloses a clothes processing device and belongs to the technical field of clothes processing devices. The clothes processing device comprises a box body, a control unit, a front sealing door plate and a display unit. The front surface of the box body is provided with a clothes feeding port. The control unit is provided with a multimedia operating system. The front surface of the box body is pivotally connected with the front sealing door plate. The side of the front sealing door plate facing the box body is provided with a sealing part for opening or closing the clothes feeding port. The side of the front sealing door plate facing away from the box body is provided with a mounting part. The display unit is connected with the control unit and is arranged in the mounting part. The display unit is used for displaying a multimedia interface and / or a clothes processing operation interface. The clothes processing device is combined with multimedia organically, and the clothes processing device has one machine with multiple uses, cost is saved, and the entertainment of the washing process is enhanced. The display unit with the display multimedia interface and / or the clothes processing operation interface is arranged, and the space occupied by a television and other entertainment devices is saved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the technical field of clothing processing equipment, specifically, it relates to a clothing processing device with multimedia playback function. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, household drum washing machines are equipped with a small LCD panel for operation. For apartments or homes with limited living space, equipping them with multimedia entertainment devices such as televisions and other home appliances like washing machines takes up a lot of space, reducing the usable space in the home and making it difficult to relax at home.

[0003] Chinese patent application number CN201710071713.0 discloses a top-loading drum washing machine, comprising a cabinet forming the exterior, an outer tub filled with water horizontally suspended inside the cabinet, a drum rotatably disposed inside the outer tub, the drum being driven by a motor, the top-loading drum washing machine also having an openable top cover, and both the outer tub and the drum having doors on their circumferential sides, wherein the door on the outer tub is located at its top, the top-loading drum washing machine having a control panel and a display screen. In this patent, the door is located at the top of the drum washing machine and the display screen is located on the side of the cabinet, which can increase the area of ​​the display screen for displaying the washing scene inside the drum captured by a camera. However, the display screen has limited functionality, and the structure of the traditional drum washing machine needs to be adjusted, making manufacturing inconvenient and limiting its application.

[0004] Chinese Patent Application No. CN201780008027.7 discloses a washing machine, comprising: a main body; a rotating drum disposed within the main body for accommodating laundry; an outer tub in which the rotating drum is rotatably mounted; an opening and closing section disposed on the front surface of the main body; a control section disposed within the main body for at least controlling the washing operation; and an operation display section disposed on the opening and closing section, the operation display section comprising: an image display section for displaying an image on the front surface of the opening and closing section; and an operation detection section for detecting operations performed on the image displayed on the front surface of the opening and closing section by the image display section. This patent places the operation display on the opening / closing section instead of the main body, thereby increasing the area of ​​the operation display panel. The operation display is still only used to display operation images. When the user does not need to operate the washing machine, the operation image is set to not be displayed, and the display section becomes transparent, without affecting the observation of the washing machine's internal situation through the viewing window. The display section also serves as an input interface, but the function of the operation display is still relatively simple. The operation display is only enlarged relative to the main body to facilitate more accurate input, but its placement on the opening / closing section is limited by the size of the opening / closing section, so the area of ​​the operation display will not be too large. It does not require the protection of a back panel, and the operation display is only used to display operation images, so the requirements for image quality and clarity are not high. Neither the size nor the clarity of the operation display section reaches the level of being viewable or enjoyable.

[0005] In view of this, the present invention is 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 clothing processing device. The present invention aims to solve the problem that the prior art lacks a technical solution that combines multimedia playback device with clothing processing device, so as to be suitable for users with small living space such as small apartments and achieve the purpose of saving home space.

[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 garment processing device, comprising:

[0009] The box body has a clothing loading port on its front surface;

[0010] The control unit is equipped with a multimedia operating system;

[0011] The front sealing panel is pivotally connected to the front surface of the box body. The front sealing panel has a sealing part on the side facing the box body for opening or closing the clothing loading port, and a mounting part on the side facing away from the box body.

[0012] The display unit is connected to the control unit and is disposed within the mounting portion. The display unit is used to display a multimedia interface and / or a clothing processing operation interface.

[0013] The above design integrates multimedia entertainment into the garment processing equipment, achieving a multi-functional combination of multimedia entertainment and garment processing operations, making it a versatile device that saves space and cost.

[0014] Furthermore, the mounting part includes a mounting groove that is recessed toward the housing;

[0015] The mounting groove is provided with a first sealing element in the circumferential direction, and the display unit is interference-fitted with the first sealing element.

[0016] Through the above design, although the current clothing processing equipment vibrates very little, the washing process is still a dynamic process. Therefore, by placing the display unit in the mounting slot, the first sealing element can further achieve the sealing and vibration reduction effects on the display unit.

[0017] Furthermore, the mounting part also includes: a wire passage hole, which is disposed on the bottom surface or side wall of the mounting groove;

[0018] Preferably, the wire hole is located at the junction of the bottom surface and the side wall of the mounting groove.

[0019] With the above design, the connection line of the display unit can extend into the interior of the front sealing panel through the wire hole, and connect to the control unit through the front sealing panel to realize the display of multimedia and clothing handling operation screens.

[0020] Furthermore, the front sealing panel includes:

[0021] A decorative panel, the decorative panel being located away from the housing, and the mounting portion being disposed on the surface of the decorative panel being located away from the housing;

[0022] A fixing plate is provided, which faces the box body. The sealing part is connected to the fixing part, and the fixing plate is connected to the decorative plate.

[0023] The above design allows the decorative panel to be fixedly connected to the fixing plate, resulting in a simple structure that is easy to process and convenient to assemble and disassemble.

[0024] Furthermore, the decorative panel has a flange facing the box body at its edge, and the flange end has an assembly part;

[0025] The fixing plate is provided with a connecting part, which is connected to the assembly part.

[0026] Through the above design, the decorative panel and the fixing plate are connected by the cooperation of the assembly part and the connecting part.

[0027] Furthermore, the assembly part includes,

[0028] A bent section, wherein the bent section extends a certain length along the end of the flange toward the center of the decorative panel;

[0029] A clearance section extends away from the housing along the end of the bending section;

[0030] A connecting section extends a certain length from the end of the clearance section toward the center of the decorative panel, and the connecting section is provided with multiple screw holes;

[0031] The connecting part is located on the edge of the fixing plate, and the connecting part is provided with multiple through holes, and the screw holes are fastened to the through holes.

[0032] Through the above design, a cavity is formed between the decorative panel and the fixed plate, which is conducive to setting various components in the cavity; the assembly part and the connecting part are simple in design, easy to disassemble and assemble, and have a good screw fastening effect.

[0033] Furthermore, the decorative panel has multiple mounting frames on the side facing the housing, and each mounting frame is equipped with a speaker, microphone and / or wireless communication module, which are respectively connected to the control unit;

[0034] The mounting frame equipped with a speaker has a sound hole on its bottom surface;

[0035] Preferably, the mounting frame with the speaker is located at the four corners of the decorative panel, and the sound hole is provided with a dustproof mesh;

[0036] Preferably, the decorative panel has a microphone interface, a USB interface and / or heat dissipation holes on its side wall.

[0037] The above design places components such as speakers and microphones on the front panel, which is convenient for disassembly and assembly. Compared with placing them on the cabinet, it reduces the vibration and noise of the components and greatly improves the functionality of each component.

[0038] Furthermore, the fixing plate has a reinforcing part on the side away from the box body;

[0039] Preferably, the reinforcing part is provided as a plurality of reinforcing ribs protruding away from the housing.

[0040] Through the above design, the reinforcing rib can enhance the structural strength of the fixed plate, making it less prone to deformation. The reinforcing rib has a simple structure, good effect, and is easy to process and install.

[0041] Furthermore, the sealing portion is provided with a positioning rib near the inner edge, the fixing plate is provided with a mounting ring on the side facing the box body, the mounting ring is provided with a groove, and the positioning rib is disposed in the groove;

[0042] A fixing ring is provided outside the mounting ring, and the fixing ring is connected to the edge of the sealing part;

[0043] Preferably, a second sealing element is provided in the groove, and the positioning rib is interference-fitted with the second sealing element.

[0044] Through the above design, the sealing part realizes the opening / closing of the clothing inlet. When the sealing part closes the clothing inlet, it seals the clothing inlet. The positioning rib of the sealing part is connected to the mounting ring of the front sealing panel to realize the positioning of the sealing part. Furthermore, the edge of the sealing part is fixed to the fixing ring. The positioning rib and the mounting ring have a simple structure, are easy to process, and are convenient to disassemble and assemble.

[0045] Furthermore, the fixing ring gradually inclines along the fixing plate toward the end of the mounting ring and connects to the edge of the sealing portion;

[0046] The fixing ring is provided with a plurality of fixing holes evenly distributed around its circumference, and the sealing part is provided with a plurality of positioning holes evenly distributed around its circumference. The fixing holes and the positioning holes are fastened together.

[0047] Through the above design, the present invention utilizes the structural characteristics of the front sealing panel to design a connection method between the front sealing panel and the sealing part, which is simple in structure, easy to process, and convenient to assemble and disassemble.

[0048] By adopting the above technical solution, the present invention has the following beneficial effects compared with the prior art.

[0049] (1) This invention combines multimedia equipment with clothing processing equipment, saving the space occupied by multimedia equipment, saving more usable space for families with small living space, multi-functional, cost-saving, and increasing the leisure and entertainment fun of clothing processing equipment, making the laundry process easier and more enjoyable.

[0050] (2) The present invention provides a sealed installation of the display unit on the mounting part of the front sealing panel. The first sealing element provides sealing and vibration reduction, which ensures the multimedia entertainment of the display unit. The mounting part of the front sealing panel has a simple structure, is easy to process, and is convenient to disassemble and assemble.

[0051] (3) The front sealing panel of the present invention is designed as two panels: a decorative panel and a fixed panel. The decorative panel is connected to the fixed panel, which has a simple structure and is easy to process and form.

[0052] (4) The assembly part of the decorative panel and the connection part of the fixing plate of the present invention cooperate to form a cavity. The present invention can place components such as speakers, microphones, and wireless communication modules in the cavity, so as to avoid the impact of the vibration and noise of the cabinet when the aforementioned components are placed on the cabinet, which will affect the functional effect of the components. In particular, the speaker can reduce the impact of cabinet vibration and noise during washing by placing it on the front sealing panel, thereby improving the user experience.

[0053] (5) The present invention achieves positioning connection between the sealing part and the fixed plate by setting positioning ribs on the sealing part and setting mounting rings on the fixed plate, and further achieves tight connection between the sealing part and the fixed plate by the edge of the sealing part and the fixed ring.

[0054] The specific embodiments of the present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0055] 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:

[0056] Figure 1 This is a front view of a garment processing device according to the present invention;

[0057] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the installation structure of the display unit of a garment processing device;

[0058] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of a garment processing device in the AA direction;

[0059] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 Explosion diagram of the front and middle sealing panels;

[0060] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 Enlarged view of a portion of point B in the middle;

[0061] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the installation frame structure of a garment processing device according to the present invention;

[0062] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the fixing plate structure of the front sealing door panel of a garment processing device according to the present invention;

[0063] Figure 8 This is a side view of a garment processing device according to the present invention.

[0064] In the diagram: 1. Housing; 2. Control unit; 3. Front sealing panel; 30. Decorative panel; 300. Flanged edge; 301. Assembly section; 3010. Bending section; 3011. Clearance section; 3012. Connecting section; 31. Mounting section; 310. Mounting groove; 32. First sealing element; 33. Wiring hole; 34. Fixing plate; 341. Reinforcing section; 342. Mounting ring; 3420. Groove; 343. Fixing ring; 3430. Fixing hole; 35. Sealing section; 350. Positioning rib; 351. Camera hole; 352. Positioning hole; 36. Mounting frame; 360. Fixing section; 361. Opening section; 4. Display unit.

[0065] 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

[0066] 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.

[0067] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "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 limiting this invention.

[0068] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" 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.

[0069] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, the present invention provides a garment processing device, comprising:

[0070] Box 1, the front surface of which has a clothing loading port;

[0071] Control unit 2, wherein the control unit 2 is equipped with a multimedia operating system;

[0072] The front sealing panel 3 is pivotally connected to the front surface of the box body 1. The front sealing panel 3 has a sealing part 35 on the side facing the box body 1 for opening or closing the clothing loading port, and an installation part 31 is provided on the side facing away from the box body 1.

[0073] Display unit 4 is connected to control unit 2 and is disposed in mounting part 31. Display unit 4 is used to display multimedia interface and / or clothing processing operation interface.

[0074] This invention combines intelligent clothing processing equipment with multimedia, making the laundry process less tedious. Users can enjoy the entertainment functions of the clothing processing equipment during the process. For users with limited living space, it eliminates the need for entertainment devices such as televisions. The clothing processing equipment provided by this invention can also replace current smart TVs, saving installation space and costs. The multimedia functionality of this invention is achieved by setting up a multimedia operating system within the control unit 2. This operating system allows for the download of relevant application software, which is then displayed through the display unit 4, realizing the entertainment functions of a smart TV. The entertainment functions of this clothing processing equipment are closer to those of a smart terminal. This invention enlarges the display screen of a smart terminal, enhancing the user experience. The multimedia entertainment of this invention includes audio and video entertainment such as videos, music, and pictures. The control unit 2 can also include a data storage unit, which can store software downloaded by the multimedia operating system and other files that the user needs to store. The multimedia operating system can be any of Android, iOS, HarmonyOS, etc. Alternatively, the multimedia operating system can be set up independently and connected to the control unit 2. The data storage unit can also be set up independently and connected to the control unit 2.

[0075] More specifically, such as Figure 3 The clothing processing device of the present invention is preferably a drum washing machine. The invention further includes an outer drum disposed within the housing 1; an inner drum rotatably disposed within the outer drum; and a drive assembly that drives the inner drum to rotate, causing the clothes inside the inner drum to be continuously lifted and dropped, thereby cleaning the clothes in conjunction with water and detergent. The invention also includes a water inlet device and a drainage device, which are connected to the control unit 2. These are existing technologies and will not be described in detail further.

[0076] The display unit 4 of this invention can be a touch screen; preferably, the touch screen is a non-transparent screen. This design facilitates user operation, and the opacity of the screen increases its clarity, improving the user experience for multimedia entertainment, especially video viewing. A protective glass layer can be provided on the surface of the touch screen to prevent scratches.

[0077] The housing 1 of the present invention has a front surface, such as Figure 3 As shown, the front surface has a clothing inlet, and above the clothing inlet is a detergent dispenser and a control panel. The control panel of this invention differs from existing control panels, which typically include a display section and an operation section; the control panel of this invention is simpler. The control panel of this invention only has a switching indicator unit, such as... Figure 1 As shown, the switching indicator unit includes a switching button and an indicator light. The switching button is abbreviated as "Switch". The switching button is also the power button. Pressing and holding the switching button controls the power on / off. After powering on, the display unit 4 will simultaneously display the multimedia interface and the clothing processing operation interface (two operation interfaces are displayed simultaneously on the same display unit 4, i.e., split-screen display, which can be achieved with existing technology). The clothing processing operation interface is the washing machine interface. The multimedia interface and the clothing processing operation interface can be switched by quickly pressing the switching button; the multimedia interface and the clothing processing operation interface can also be switched by touching the display screen. Then, the specific operation program of multimedia or clothing processing can be selected through the display unit 4. The specific operation screen of the multimedia interface and the clothing processing operation interface is not the focus of this invention, but is set in the control unit 2 and the multimedia control system of the control unit 2. The indicator light of this invention can be an LED light. When switching to the multimedia interface, the multimedia interface indicator light on the control panel is lit; when switching to the clothing processing operation interface, the washing machine interface indicator light is lit. The front sealing panel 3 of the present invention can completely cover the front surface of the housing 1; or it can only cover the part below the control panel on the front surface of the housing 1, but at least cover the edge of the clothing inlet, so as to open or close the clothing inlet; when the front sealing panel 3 is covered, it is flush with the surface of the control panel when closed, making the clothing processing equipment look neat and beautiful. The latter is preferred in the present invention.

[0078] The present invention allows the control unit 2 to be positioned above the clothing loading port inside the housing 1. The control unit 2 is connected to the control panel. Positioning the control unit 2 near the front surface of the housing 1 facilitates connection between the control unit 2 and drainage equipment within the housing 1, as well as connection to the display unit 4 of the front door panel 3 and other components within the front door panel. The specific configuration of the control unit 2 can be achieved using existing technology by those skilled in the art, and will not be elaborated upon here.

[0079] This invention can also include a remote control for controlling the power on / off of the garment processing equipment, switching between the multimedia interface and the garment processing operation interface, and selecting multimedia or specific garment processing operation programs. The remote control is equipped with a power on / off button for the garment processing equipment, a multimedia and garment processing switching button, and various selection buttons for multimedia and garment processing. Alternatively, selection of multimedia or specific garment processing operation programs can be achieved through a smart terminal, such as a smartphone or tablet computer, which can be wirelessly or wired connected to the garment processing equipment of this invention. The front sealing panel of the garment processing equipment of this invention is equipped with a communication module, typically a wireless communication module, that connects to the remote control and the smart terminal.

[0080] Furthermore, such as Figure 2 As shown, the mounting part 31 includes a mounting groove 310, which is recessed towards the housing 1. A first sealing element 32 is provided circumferentially within the mounting groove 310, and the display unit 4 is interference-fitted with the first sealing element 32. The width of the mounting groove is equal to the thickness of the display unit, which includes a display screen and connecting cables. The display screen is connected to the control unit via the connecting cables. Specifically, the width of the mounting groove is equal to the thickness of the display screen. This ensures that the display unit and the front sealing panel are on the same plane, resulting in a smooth and aesthetically pleasing surface for the front sealing panel.

[0081] Preferably, the first sealing element 32 is disposed on the bottom edge and side wall of the mounting groove 310.

[0082] Preferably, the first sealing element 32 is a rubber gasket. Rubber gaskets are commonly used, low in cost, and easy to install and remove.

[0083] In this invention, the display unit 4 is disposed in the mounting groove 310, and the first sealing member 32 is disposed at the contact position between the display unit 4 and the mounting groove 310 of the front sealing panel 3. This seal serves two purposes: firstly, it seals the display unit 4, preventing water from entering the front sealing panel 3 from the outside and damaging its internal components; secondly, the first sealing member dampens vibrations. Although the vibrations during the washing process in existing garment processing equipment are very small, some only a few micrometers, they are still vibrating electrical appliances. Therefore, by placing the first sealing member between the display unit 4 and the garment processing equipment, vibrations can be reduced, protecting the display device from vibration and enhancing the user experience. Because of the gap between the side of the display unit 4 near the housing 1 and the bottom surface of the mounting groove 310, the contact area between the display unit 4 and the garment processing equipment is reduced, minimizing the impact of the garment processing equipment's vibrations on the display unit 4. The display unit 4 can be bonded to the first sealing member 32 with adhesive, and the first sealing member 32 can be bonded to the mounting groove 310 with adhesive.

[0084] Furthermore, the mounting part 31 also includes a wire passage hole 33, which is disposed on the bottom surface or side wall of the mounting groove 310.

[0085] Preferably, the wire hole 33 is located at the junction of the bottom surface and the side wall of the mounting groove 310.

[0086] Multiple wire-passing holes 33 can be provided in this invention, which facilitates the passage of connecting wires from the display unit 4 and also facilitates the removal and disassembly of the display unit 4 through the wire-passing holes. The outer wall of the mounting groove 310 also provides a routing direction for various connecting wires.

[0087] The mounting part 31 of the present invention is not limited to the mounting groove 310, but can also be a fixing frame. Although it cannot be guaranteed that the display unit 4 and the surface of the front sealing panel 3 away from the cabinet 1 are on the same plane, it can still stabilize the display unit 4 and not affect the function of the display unit 4. The side of the front sealing panel 3 away from the cabinet 1 is provided with mounting holes, and the side of the front sealing panel 3 near the cabinet 1 is provided with a fixing frame around the mounting holes. The display unit 4 is embedded in the fixing frame, and the edge of the display unit 4 is glued and fixed to the periphery of the mounting holes. The front sealing panel is generally made of sheet metal, which is hard, not easily deformed, and lightweight. The fixing frame can be welded to the front sealing panel 3 or integrally formed with the front sealing panel 3. The mounting holes facing the circumference of the cabinet and the inner sidewall of the fixing frame are provided with a first sealing element 32. The display unit 4 is interference-fitted with the first sealing element 32. The first sealing element 32 can be glued to the mounting hole and the fixing frame with adhesive, and the display unit 4 can be glued to the first sealing element 32 with adhesive. The fixing frame can be equipped with a cover plate to encapsulate the display unit 4 within the mounting frame 36. The cover plate and the fixing frame can be glued together or connected by a snap-fit ​​structure. A certain gap can be left between the cover plate and the display unit to reduce the impact of the vibration of the clothing processing equipment on the display unit. Those skilled in the art can design according to the actual situation using existing technology, which will not be described in detail here.

[0088] Preferably, the fixing frame has multiple notches evenly distributed, which facilitate the disassembly of the display unit 4 and the passage of the connecting wires of the display unit 4. The fixing frame provides a routing direction for various connecting wires.

[0089] Furthermore, such as Figure 4 and Figure 7 As shown, the front sealing panel 3 includes:

[0090] Decorative panel 30, the decorative panel 30 being away from the housing 1, the mounting part 31 being disposed on the surface of the decorative panel 30 away from the housing 1; or the mounting hole being disposed on the decorative panel, the fixing frame being disposed on the surface of the decorative panel facing the housing, surrounding the mounting hole.

[0091] A fixing plate 34 is provided, which faces the housing 1. The sealing part is connected to the fixing part, and the fixing plate 34 is connected to the decorative plate 30.

[0092] Preferably, the decorative panel 30 has a flange 300 facing the box body 1 at its edge, and the end of the flange 300 has an assembly part 301;

[0093] The fixing plate is provided with a connecting part, which is connected to the assembly part.

[0094] Preferably, the assembly part 301 includes,

[0095] The bent section 3010 extends a certain length along the end of the flange 300 toward the center of the decorative panel 30;

[0096] The avoidance section 3011 extends away from the housing 1 along the end of the bending section 3010;

[0097] The connecting section 3012 extends a certain length along the end of the avoidance section 3011 toward the center of the decorative panel 30, and the connecting section 3012 is provided with a plurality of screw holes;

[0098] The connecting part is located on the edge of the fixing plate 34, and the connecting part is provided with multiple through holes, and the screw holes are fastened to the through holes.

[0099] Preferably, the width of the avoidance section 3011 is equal to the thickness of the fixing plate 34.

[0100] Preferably, a portion of the avoidance section 3011 and the connecting section 3012 are provided with rubber sealing gaskets, and the fixing plate 34 is interference-fitted with the rubber sealing gaskets.

[0101] Through the above design, the front sealing panel 3 of the present invention forms a cavity between the decorative panel 30 and the fixing plate 34. This cavity is used to accommodate the display unit 4 and related components, preventing the related components from being subjected to greater vibration when mounted on the housing 1, and avoiding the inconvenience of disassembling and repairing the related components from the housing 1. The decorative panel 30 and the fixing plate 34 have a simple structure and are easy to disassemble and assemble. A rubber sealing gasket is provided between the fixing plate 34 and the decorative panel 30, providing waterproofing and vibration damping. The screw holes can be located away from the rubber sealing gasket to prevent the screw holes from passing through it. The decorative panel 30 can be a one-piece sheet metal front panel, and the mounting part 31 and the decorative panel 30 can be an integrally formed structure. The decorative panel 30 can also be made of other materials that are not easily deformed, have good strength, are lightweight, and are not easily scratched.

[0102] Specifically, such as Figure 4 and Figure 6 As shown, the decorative panel 30 has multiple mounting frames 36 on the side facing the housing 1. Each mounting frame 36 has a speaker, a microphone and / or a wireless communication module, and the speaker, microphone and / or wireless communication module are respectively connected to the control unit 2.

[0103] The mounting frame 36, which is equipped with a speaker, has a sound hole on its bottom surface.

[0104] Preferably, the mounting frame 36 with the speaker is located at the four corners of the decorative panel 30, and the sound hole is provided with a dustproof mesh.

[0105] Preferred, such as Figure 8 As shown, the decorative panel 30 has a microphone interface, a USB interface and / or heat dissipation holes on its side wall.

[0106] This invention places the speaker on the front door panel 3, away from the cabinet 1, to avoid noise from the washing water and reverberation from the speaker sound; moreover, it avoids the speaker coming into contact with water, extending its service life and improving the user experience; this invention can perform clothing processing and multimedia simultaneously, allowing users to listen to music or watch videos while washing clothes to relax, and also allows real-time monitoring of the washing progress (as described below), making it a multi-functional machine that saves space and cost, and is a good choice for users.

[0107] The wireless communication module described in this invention can be a Bluetooth module, a WIFI module, or an infrared receiving module, etc. This invention can include one or more of these modules. When the garment processing device of this invention has a remote control, the infrared receiving module can be placed in the mounting frame 36. When the garment processing device can connect to a smart terminal, a WIFI module or a Bluetooth module is required, and can be placed in the mounting frame 36. The garment processing device of this invention can also connect to an amplifier device, such as a speaker, via a USB interface. Some speakers can also connect via Bluetooth; the connection method is not unique, and it can also achieve KTV functionality to meet user entertainment needs. The multimedia operating system can install a USB driver to implement the USB interface function, and the USB interface connects to the control unit. The microphone interface connects to a microphone. The specific drivers that the multimedia operating system should include are common knowledge understood by those skilled in the art and are not the focus of this invention; therefore, they will not be elaborated upon here.

[0108] The bottom surface of the mounting groove 310 can be provided with multiple sets of ventilation holes, which, combined with the heat dissipation holes on the side wall of the decorative panel 30, will dissipate the heat generated by the display unit 4 to the outside of the front sealing panel 3, reduce the temperature of the display unit 4, and achieve the purpose of protecting the display unit 4.

[0109] Specifically, such as Figure 6 As shown, the mounting frame 36 has fixing parts 360 such as buckles and threaded posts on its edge, which can be used to place relevant components in the receiving cavity enclosed by the mounting frame 36. A soft, elastic structure such as a rubber pad can be placed between the receiving cavity of the mounting frame 36 and each component to provide an interference fit, thus reinforcing the components and reducing vibration. The mounting frame 36 can be an integral structure with the decorative panel 30. If the decorative panel 30 is made of sheet metal, the mounting frame 36 can be welded to it; if the decorative panel 30 is made of other hard plastic materials that are not easily deformed, the mounting frame 36 can be ultrasonically welded to it to maintain its stability. The side wall of the mounting frame 36 can also be provided with an opening 361, through which the connecting wires of each component can extend out of the mounting frame 36. The shape of the mounting frame 36 can be specifically designed according to the shape of each component to ensure compatibility.

[0110] Furthermore, such as Figure 4 As shown, the fixing plate 34 has a reinforcing part 341 on the side away from the box body 1.

[0111] Preferably, the reinforcing part 341 is provided as a plurality of reinforcing ribs protruding away from the housing.

[0112] The shape of the reinforcing ribs in this invention is not fixed or unique, and those skilled in the art can modify them according to the circumstances to achieve the effect of the reinforcing fixing plate 34 of this invention.

[0113] Furthermore, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the sealing part 35 is provided with a positioning rib 350 near the inner edge, and the fixing plate 34 is provided with a mounting ring 342 on the side facing the box 1. The mounting ring 342 is provided with a groove 3420, and the positioning rib 350 is disposed in the groove 3420.

[0114] The mounting ring 342 is provided with a fixing ring 343, which is connected to the edge of the sealing part 35.

[0115] Preferably, a second sealing element is provided in the groove 3420, and the positioning rib 350 is interference-fitted with the second sealing element.

[0116] Since the display unit 4 is located on the front sealing panel 3, this invention does not include a transparent viewing window to protect the display unit 4 and improve its display effect. Therefore, the sealing portion 35 can be made of a non-transparent, non-glass material. The sealing portion 35 can be made of any hard material that is scratch-resistant, compression-resistant, and not easily deformed. If no other components are placed inside the sealing portion 35, the sealing portion 35 and the fixing plate 34 do not need to be sealed. If other components are required inside the sealing portion 35, considering the presence of connecting lines, it is best to seal the sealing portion 35 and the fixing plate 34 using a second sealing element, which provides waterproofing and vibration damping. The positioning rib 350 is positioned in the groove 3420 and further fixed to the edge of the sealing portion 35 by the fixing ring 343 for stability. The positioning rib 350 and the sealing portion 35 can be an integral structure, which provides structural stability and good connection strength.

[0117] Furthermore, the fixing ring 343 gradually tilts along the fixing plate 34 toward the end of the mounting ring 342 and connects to the edge of the sealing portion 35.

[0118] The fixing ring 343 is provided with a plurality of fixing holes 3430 evenly distributed around its circumference, and the sealing part 35 is provided with a plurality of positioning holes 352 evenly distributed around its edge. The fixing holes 3430 and the positioning holes 352 are fastened together.

[0119] The fixing hole 3430 and the positioning hole 352 of the present invention are fastened together by screws, which has a simple structure and good fixing effect.

[0120] Furthermore, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, it also includes,

[0121] Video acquisition unit and lighting unit;

[0122] The sealing part 35 is provided with a camera hole 351. The video acquisition unit and the lighting unit are sealed on the camera hole 351. The video acquisition unit and the lighting unit are respectively connected to the control unit 2.

[0123] Preferably, the video acquisition unit includes a camera, which is sealed on the camera hole 351.

[0124] The lighting unit includes lighting lamps, which are arranged in multiple directions around the camera to illuminate the interior of the housing 1.

[0125] Preferably, the camera hole 351 can be located at the upper part of the middle of the sealing part 35, and the camera is tilted.

[0126] In this invention, the video acquisition unit and the lighting unit are disposed within the sealing portion 35, with only the camera and the lighting lamp positioned on the camera hole 351. The fixing plate 34 within the mounting ring should have wiring holes, through which the wires of the video acquisition unit and the lighting unit are connected to the control unit 2. The video acquisition unit also includes a control device and wires. The control device controls whether the camera and the lighting lamp are working; the camera and the lighting lamp can work simultaneously or be turned off simultaneously. The control device can be disposed within the sealing portion 35. The wires of the video acquisition unit and the lighting unit are connected to the control unit through the wiring holes. This part can be implemented using existing technology and will not be described in detail here.

[0127] This invention can acquire the real-time status of clothing processing through a video acquisition unit and display it on the screen of display unit 4, allowing users to easily understand the clothing processing status. If the clothing processing device of this invention is used in a drum washing machine, since the washing water is concentrated in the lower part of the inner drum and the clothes are mostly concentrated in the lower middle part of the inner drum, the camera can be positioned in the upper middle part of the sealing part 35 to increase the effective illumination area of ​​the camera. Of course, the shape of the sealing part 35 is not limited to that described in the appendix of this invention. Figure 4 The arc-shaped structure shown can be a commonly used basin-shaped sealing part 35 or other shapes. It will not obstruct the camera's line of sight, but will illuminate the bottom of the inner tube near the clothing inlet, and can also seal the clothing inlet.

[0128] This invention includes a door hinge assembly that connects the front sealing panel 3 to the front surface of the housing 1. This door hinge assembly is existing technology and will not be described in detail here. Preferably, the door hinge assembly of this invention should have a wiring structure to facilitate the connection of the connecting wires or conductors of components such as the display unit 4 on the front sealing panel 3 to the control unit 2 inside the housing 1 via the wiring structure of the door hinge. There are many wiring structures for door hinge assemblies in the art, which are not the focus of this invention. Those skilled in the art can utilize existing door hinge assemblies with wiring structures to achieve the purpose of connecting the display unit 4 and other components on the front sealing panel 3 of this invention to the control unit 2 inside the housing 1.

[0129] The front sealing panel 3 of the present invention is provided with a handle, which facilitates the rotation of the front sealing panel 3. The handle is located on the front sealing panel 3 away from the door hinge assembly. The handle of the present invention can be set on the upper and lower side walls of the front sealing panel 3. A handle groove can be provided on the decorative panel 30 of the front sealing panel 3 to facilitate the user to open the front sealing panel 3 from the top or the bottom.

[0130] The clothing processing device of the present invention can be a drum washing machine with a storage drawer. This allows the drum washing machine to be positioned above the storage drawer, placing it at a higher level so that the display unit is at eye level with the user. This allows the user to conveniently watch videos on the display unit 4 while washing clothes. The present invention can also be a twin-drum washing machine, preferably a twin-drum washing machine with one drum above the other. The display unit 4 is positioned on the front door panel 3 of the twin-drum washing machine that is furthest from the ground, i.e., on the upper drum washing machine. The drum washing machine on the ground also has a video acquisition device inside. The video acquisition device can be set according to existing technology, which is omitted here. In the present invention, both video acquisition devices can be connected to the control unit 2 on the drum washing machine with the display unit 4. Thus, the display unit 4 can display the washing status inside both drum washing machines for the user's convenience. The specific implementation method is not the focus of the present invention and will not be described in detail.

[0131] 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 garment processing device, comprising: The box body has a clothing loading port on its front surface; The control unit is equipped with a multimedia operating system; Its characteristic is that it also includes: The front sealing panel is pivotally connected to the front surface of the box body. The front sealing panel has a sealing part on the side facing the box body for opening or closing the clothing loading port, and a mounting part on the side facing away from the box body. The display unit is connected to the control unit and is disposed in the mounting part. The display unit is used to display a multimedia interface and / or a clothing processing operation interface. The control panel has a switch button, which is the power button. By quickly pressing the switch button, you can switch between the multimedia interface and the clothing processing interface.

2. The garment processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting part includes a mounting groove, which is recessed toward the housing; The mounting groove is provided with a first sealing element in the circumferential direction, and the display unit is interference-fitted with the first sealing element.

3. The garment processing equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that: The mounting part further includes a wire-passing hole, which is disposed on the bottom surface or side wall of the mounting groove.

4. The garment processing equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that: The wire-passing hole is located at the junction of the bottom surface and the side wall of the mounting groove.

5. The garment processing equipment according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The front sealing panel includes: A decorative panel, the decorative panel being located away from the housing, and the mounting portion being disposed on the surface of the decorative panel being located away from the housing; A fixing plate is provided, which faces the box body. The sealing part is connected to the fixing plate, and the fixing plate is connected to the decorative plate.

6. The garment processing equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that: The decorative panel has a flange facing the box body at its edge, and the flange end has an assembly part; The fixing plate is provided with a connecting part, which is connected to the assembly part.

7. The garment processing equipment according to claim 6, characterized in that: The assembly part includes, A bent section, wherein the bent section extends a certain length along the end of the flange toward the center of the decorative panel; A clearance section extends away from the housing along the end of the bending section; A connecting section extends a certain length from the end of the clearance section toward the center of the decorative panel, and the connecting section is provided with multiple screw holes; The connecting part is located on the edge of the fixing plate, and the connecting part is provided with multiple through holes; the screw holes are fastened to the through holes.

8. The garment processing equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that: The decorative panel has multiple mounting frames on the side facing the housing. Each mounting frame contains a speaker, a microphone, and / or a wireless communication module, which are connected to the control unit. The mounting frame equipped with a speaker has a sound hole on its bottom surface.

9. The garment processing equipment according to claim 8, characterized in that: The mounting frame with a speaker is located at the four corners of the decorative panel, and the sound hole is equipped with a dustproof mesh.

10. The garment processing equipment according to claim 8, characterized in that: The decorative panel has a microphone interface, a USB interface and / or heat dissipation holes on its side wall.

11. The garment processing equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that: The fixing plate has a reinforcing part on the side away from the box body; The reinforcing part is provided by multiple reinforcing ribs that protrude away from the box body.

12. The garment processing equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that: The sealing part is provided with a positioning rib near the inner edge, and the fixing plate is provided with a mounting ring on the side facing the box body. The mounting ring is provided with a groove, and the positioning rib is provided in the groove. The mounting ring is provided with a fixing ring, which is connected to the edge of the sealing part.

13. The garment processing equipment according to claim 12, characterized in that: A second sealing element is provided in the groove, and the positioning rib is interference-fitted with the second sealing element.

14. The garment processing equipment according to claim 13, characterized in that: The fixing ring gradually inclines along the fixing plate toward the end of the mounting ring and connects to the edge of the sealing portion; The fixing ring is provided with a plurality of fixing holes evenly distributed around its circumference, and the sealing part is provided with a plurality of positioning holes evenly distributed around its circumference. The fixing holes and the positioning holes are fastened together.

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