Steam generating mechanism and electric appliance

Abstract

This application provides a steam generating mechanism and electrical equipment. The steam generating mechanism includes a water tank, a steam generator, a water pump, a pumping device, and a mixer. The inlet of the steam generator is connected to the outlet of the water tank. The water pump is installed on a pipeline between the outlet of the water tank and the inlet of the steam generator. The mixer has a gas inlet, a steam inlet, and a high-pressure steam outlet. The gas inlet is connected to the outlet of the pumping device, and the steam inlet is connected to the steam outlet of the steam generator. The gas pumped in by the pumping device mixes with the steam generated by the steam generator in the mixer and then flows out through the high-pressure steam outlet. The steam generating mechanism of this application can generate high-pressure steam. When the electrical equipment with this steam generating mechanism is a garment care machine, it can avoid the situation where only a part of the garment is wetted due to insufficient steam pressure, thereby improving the ironing effect.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of electrical equipment technology, and in particular to a steam generating mechanism and electrical equipment. Background Technology

[0002] With the fast pace of life and improved living standards, people are increasingly demanding faster drying speeds and smoother appearances for their clothes, and are also paying more attention to the sterilization and disinfection of clothing. The sterilization and drying efficiency of traditional natural air drying processes are greatly affected by factors such as weather and drying space. The air drying process usually consumes a lot of time, and natural air drying cannot make the surface of the clothes smooth. Common garment care products on the market, such as garment steamers, require manual assistance to iron clothes, have low automation, and do not have a clothes drying function. Therefore, upgraded garment care products that integrate automatic ironing, odor removal, and rapid drying, namely vertical ironing systems (or garment care machines), have emerged.

[0003] The ironing process of a garment care machine is actually a process in which heat and moisture act simultaneously on vertically hung clothes for a period of time, causing the surface of the clothes to deform. Among these factors, the quality of steam is one of the main factors affecting the ironing effect. However, the steam produced by garment care machines in related technologies is of poor quality. During the ironing process, the steam can only moisten part of the clothes, while other parts of the clothes remain completely dry. As a result, it is impossible to achieve uniform ironing and care for the clothes. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of this, the present application aims to provide a steam generating mechanism and electrical device that can improve the ironing effect.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, one embodiment of this application provides a steam generating mechanism, comprising:

[0006] Water tank;

[0007] A steam generator, wherein the inlet of the steam generator is connected to the outlet of the water tank;

[0008] A water pump is installed on the pipeline between the outlet of the water tank and the inlet of the steam generator;

[0009] Air pumping device;

[0010] A mixer having a gas inlet, a steam inlet, and a high-pressure steam outlet, wherein the gas inlet is connected to the outlet of the gas pumping device, and the steam inlet is connected to the steam outlet of the steam generator, wherein the gas pumped in by the gas pumping device and the steam generated by the steam generator are mixed in the mixer and then flow out through the high-pressure steam outlet.

[0011] In one embodiment, the mixer includes a gas straight pipe having the gas inlet, a steam straight pipe having the steam inlet, and a mixing straight pipe having the high-pressure steam outlet, wherein the gas straight pipe and the steam straight pipe are both connected to the mixing straight pipe.

[0012] In one embodiment, the axis of the gas straight pipe, the axis of the steam straight pipe, and the axis of the mixing straight pipe are located in the same plane, and there is a mixing angle between the axis of the gas straight pipe and the axis of the steam straight pipe. The mixing straight pipe is located outside the region of the mixing angle, and the mixing angle is greater than or equal to 0 degrees and less than or equal to 90 degrees.

[0013] In one embodiment, the steam straight pipe is directly connected to the mixing straight pipe; or,

[0014] The gas straight pipe is directly connected to the mixing straight pipe.

[0015] In one embodiment, the steam straight pipe is directly connected to the mixing straight pipe, and the mixing angle is equal to 45 degrees.

[0016] In one embodiment, the steam generating mechanism further includes a one-way valve, which is disposed on the pipeline between the outlet of the gas pumping device and the gas inlet.

[0017] In one embodiment, the steam generating mechanism further includes a heating device having a housing and an electric heating element. The housing has a heating chamber and an inlet and an outlet communicating with the heating chamber. The electric heating element is disposed inside the heating chamber, and the high-pressure steam outlet is communicating with the inlet.

[0018] In one embodiment, the steam generating mechanism further includes a controller, and the heating device further includes a temperature control element;

[0019] The temperature control element is disposed on the outer shell and the temperature measuring end of the temperature control element extends into the heating cavity to monitor the temperature inside the heating cavity;

[0020] The controller is electrically connected to both the temperature control element and the electric heating element to control the electric heating element based on the monitoring results of the temperature control element.

[0021] In one embodiment, the temperature measuring end of the temperature control element is positioned within the heating chamber adjacent to the outlet; and / or,

[0022] The electric heating element is suspended inside the heating cavity.

[0023] In one embodiment, the heating device further includes at least one baffle disposed within the heating chamber to separate a flow channel extending from the inlet to the outlet within the heating chamber.

[0024] Another embodiment of this application provides an electrical device, including the steam generating mechanism described above.

[0025] In one embodiment, the electrical device is a garment care machine, which includes a garment hanging mechanism and a main unit disposed below the garment hanging mechanism. The main unit includes a steam generating mechanism and a housing having a receiving cavity and a steam outlet. The steam generating mechanism is disposed inside the housing, and the high-pressure steam outlet is connected to the steam outlet.

[0026] In one embodiment, the garment care machine further includes a housing, in which the main unit and the garment hanging mechanism are housed.

[0027] In one embodiment, the housing further has an exhaust vent, and the main unit further includes a wind-powered garment-grabbing mechanism. The wind-powered garment-grabbing mechanism includes a suction shell and a fan. The suction shell has a suction duct and two suction ports communicating with the suction duct. The two suction ports are arranged opposite to each other, and a garment adsorption space is formed between the two suction ports. The suction shell is disposed on the housing, and the two suction ports are located outside the housing. The fan is disposed inside the receiving cavity. The airflow inlet of the fan is connected to the suction duct, and the airflow outlet of the fan is connected to the exhaust vent. When the garment is hung on the garment hanging mechanism, the lower side of the garment extends into the garment adsorption space.

[0028] In one embodiment, the distance between the two air inlets gradually increases from the side closer to the housing towards the side farther from the housing.

[0029] In one embodiment, the host unit further includes a hot air assembly disposed on the airflow path between the airflow outlet and the exhaust outlet.

[0030] In one embodiment, the suction housing is provided with suction grilles at each of the suction ports; and / or, the housing is provided with exhaust grilles at the exhaust ports.

[0031] In one embodiment, the clothing hanging mechanism includes a support frame, a clothing hanging rod, and a drive assembly. The clothing hanging rod is rotatably connected to the support frame, and the drive assembly is driven to the clothing hanging rod to drive the clothing hanging rod to swing in a direction perpendicular to the rotation axis of the clothing hanging rod.

[0032] In one embodiment, the driving assembly includes a first driving motor and a transmission rod. A first end of the transmission rod is driven to the first driving motor, and a second end of the transmission rod is connected to the clothing hanging rod. The first driving motor drives the transmission rod to reciprocate, causing the transmission rod to drive the clothing hanging rod to swing in a direction perpendicular to the rotation axis of the clothing hanging rod.

[0033] This application provides a steam generating mechanism and electrical equipment. The steam generating mechanism includes a pump and a mixer. By mixing the gas pumped in by the pump with the steam generated by the steam generator in the mixer, high-pressure steam can be obtained. Because high-pressure steam has relatively high pressure, when the electrical equipment with this steam generating mechanism is a garment care machine, the high-pressure steam generated by the steam generating mechanism can be evenly distributed on the surface of the garment under its own pressure. This avoids the situation where only a part of the garment is wetted due to insufficient steam pressure, thereby improving the ironing effect. Attached Figure Description

[0034] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a garment care machine according to an embodiment of this application;

[0035] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The exploded view shown is of a garment care machine, in which some structures inside the casing are omitted.

[0036] Figure 3 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the garment care machine in its stored state.

[0037] Figure 4 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the internal structure of the garment care machine's casing.

[0038] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the heating system of the steam generating mechanism shown;

[0039] Figure 6 for Figure 5 The diagram shows the structure of a mixer, with straight arrows indicating the direction of gas or vapor flow.

[0040] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a mixer according to another embodiment of this application, where straight arrows indicate the direction of gas or vapor flow;

[0041] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a mixer according to another embodiment of the present application, where straight arrows indicate the direction of gas or vapor flow;

[0042] Figure 9 for Figure 4 The diagram shows the external structure of the heating device.

[0043] Figure 10 for Figure 9 A cross-sectional view of the heating device shown;

[0044] Figure 11 This is a cross-sectional view of a heating device according to another embodiment of this application;

[0045] Figure 12 This is a cross-sectional view of a heating device according to another embodiment of this application;

[0046] Figure 13 for Figure 1 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of the wind-powered clothes-catching mechanism.

[0047] Figure 14 for Figure 13 The diagram shows a partial structural cross-sectional view of the suction housing.

[0048] Figure 15 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the fan in the wind-powered clothes-grabbing mechanism.

[0049] Figure 16 for Figure 2 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of the clothing hanging mechanism.

[0050] Figure 17 for Figure 16 The diagram shows the arrangement of the clothing hanging mechanism inside the housing.

[0051] Figure 18 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a garment care machine according to another embodiment of this application. Point B in the figure represents the garments suspended on the garment hanging mechanism.

[0052] Figure 19 for Figure 18 AA sectional view.

[0053] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0054] Main unit 10; Housing 11; Receiving cavity 11a; Steam outlet 11b; Exhaust vent 11c; Exhaust grille 11d; Shell 111; Cover plate 112; First air vent 112a; Steam generating mechanism 12; Water tank 121; Water pump 122; Steam generator 123; Heating device 124; Outer shell 1241; Heating cavity 1241a; Inlet 1241b; Outlet 1241c; Mounting base 1241d; Socket 1241e First sidewall 1241f; Second sidewall 1241g; Third sidewall 1241h; Fourth sidewall 1241i; Mounting post 1241j; Electric heating element 1242; Temperature control element 1243; Connecting piece 1243a; Baffle 1244; First baffle 1244a; Second baffle 1244b; Third baffle 1244c; Temperature controller 1245; Controller 125; Air pump 126; Mixer 127; Gas straight pipe 1 271; Gas inlet 1271a; Steam straight pipe 1272; Steam inlet 1272a; Mixing straight pipe 1273; High-pressure steam outlet 1273a; One-way valve 128; Wind-powered clothes-catching mechanism 13; Suction housing 131; Suction port 131a; Clothes adsorption space 131b; Suction grille 131c; Sub-duct 131d; Fan 132; Airflow inlet 132a; Airflow outlet 132b; Upper volute 1321; Lower volute 1322; fan wheel 1323; connecting cover 133; second air vent 133a; roller 14; hot air assembly 15; clothing hanging mechanism 20; support frame 21; support plate 211; clothing hanging rod 22; sub-horizontal bar 221; sub-vertical bar 222; limiting groove 222a; drive assembly 23; first drive motor 231; transmission rod 232; plug-in post 232a; cover 30; grip part 30a; lifting assembly 50; box 60. Detailed Implementation

[0055] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and technical features in the embodiments of this application can be combined with each other, and the detailed descriptions in the specific implementation should be understood as explanations of the purpose of this application and should not be regarded as undue limitations on this application.

[0056] In the description of this application, the terms "upper" and "lower" or their orientation or positional relationship are based on the appendix. Figure 1 The orientation or positional relationship of "front", "back", "left", and "right" is based on the attached... Figure 16 The directions or positional relationships shown are as follows, where "bottom" is an attachment. Figure 1 The term "down" should be understood to mean that these directional terms are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0057] This application provides a steam generating mechanism 12. Please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 4 and Figure 5 The steam generating mechanism 12 includes a water tank 121, a steam generator 123, a water pump 122, a pumping device 126, and a mixer 127. The inlet of the steam generator 123 is connected to the outlet of the water tank 121. The water pump 122 is installed on the pipeline between the outlet of the water tank 121 and the inlet of the steam generator 123. The mixer 127 has a gas inlet 1271a, a steam inlet 1272a, and a high-pressure steam outlet 1273a. The gas inlet 1271a is connected to the outlet of the pumping device 126, and the steam inlet 1272a is connected to the steam outlet of the steam generator 123. The gas pumped in by the pumping device 126 and the steam generated by the steam generator 123 are mixed in the mixer 127 and then flow out through the high-pressure steam outlet 1273a.

[0058] This application also provides an electrical device; please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 1 and Figure 2 The electrical equipment includes the steam generating mechanism 12 provided in any embodiment of this application.

[0059] The electrical appliances described in this application can be garment care machines, ovens, steam rice cookers, steam mops, or other devices that require the use of steam.

[0060] The gas pumping device 126 can pump gas, such as air from the outside environment, into the mixer 127. The gas pumped into the mixer 127 can pressurize the steam flowing into the mixer 127, thereby causing the gas pumped into the gas pumping device 126 to mix with the steam generated by the steam generator 123 in the mixer 127 to form high-pressure steam.

[0061] The steam generating mechanism 12 of this embodiment is provided with a pumping device 126 and a mixer 127. By mixing the gas pumped in by the pumping device 126 with the steam generated by the steam generator 123 in the mixer 127, high-pressure steam can be obtained. Since high-pressure steam has a relatively high pressure, when the electrical device with this steam generating mechanism 12 is a garment care machine, the high-pressure steam generated by the steam generating mechanism 12 can be evenly distributed on the surface of the garment under its own pressure. This avoids the situation where only a part of the garment is wetted due to insufficient steam pressure, thereby improving the ironing effect.

[0062] In one embodiment, please refer to Figures 6 to 8 The mixer 127 includes a gas straight pipe 1271 with a gas inlet 1271a, a steam straight pipe 1272 with a steam inlet 1272a, and a mixing straight pipe 1273 with a high-pressure steam outlet 1273a. The gas straight pipe 1271 and the steam straight pipe 1272 are both connected to the mixing straight pipe 1273.

[0063] Specifically, the gas pumped by the gas pumping device 126 flows into the gas straight pipe 1271 from the gas inlet 1271a and flows towards the mixing straight pipe 1273. The steam generated by the steam generator 123 flows into the steam straight pipe 1272 from the steam inlet 1272a and flows towards the mixing straight pipe 1273. The gas pumped by the gas pumping device 126 and the steam generated by the steam generator 123 are mixed in the mixing straight pipe 1273 and then flow out from the high-pressure steam outlet 1273a.

[0064] In one embodiment, please refer to Figures 6 to 8 , the axes of the gas straight pipe 1271, the steam straight pipe 1272, and the mixing straight pipe 1273 are located in the same plane. It should be noted that the "located in the same plane" mentioned here means that the axes of the gas straight pipe 1271, the steam straight pipe 1272, and the mixing straight pipe 1273 are approximately located in the same plane, allowing for a certain error. There is a mixing angle a between the axes of the gas straight pipe 1271 and the steam straight pipe 1272. The mixing straight pipe 1273 is located outside the area range of the mixing angle a, and the mixing angle a is greater than or equal to 0 degrees and less than or equal to 90 degrees.

[0065] Specifically, for ease of description, the pressure of the gas pumped by the gas pumping device 126 is represented by P1, and the pressure of the steam generated by the steam generator 123 is represented by P2. Generally speaking, during the mixing process of the gas and the steam, there are three situations: P1 > P2, P1 = P2, and P1 < P2. If P1 > P2, the steam will be hindered by the gas during transportation, resulting in difficulty in effectively mixing the steam with the gas. In addition, in this case, the gas pumping device 126 usually has a relatively large operating noise and a relatively large volume. If P1 < P2, the pressurizing effect of the gas on the steam is not obvious enough. When P1 = P2, the gas pressure is close to the steam pressure, and the gas can effectively pressurize the steam. At the same time, the vibration frequency of the gas pumping device 126 is low and the noise is small. Therefore, P1 = P2 is a preferred solution.

[0066] In this embodiment, when the axes of the gas straight pipe 1271, the steam straight pipe 1272, and the mixing straight pipe 1273 are in the same plane, and the mixing angle between the axes of the gas straight pipe 1271 and the steam straight pipe 1272 is greater than or equal to 0 degrees and less than or equal to 90 degrees, the gas pressure and the steam pressure can be made relatively close. Thus, the gas pumped by the gas pumping device 126 can effectively pressurize the steam generated by the steam generator 123 in the mixer 127, and high-quality high-pressure steam can be obtained.

[0067] Please refer to Figure 6Preferably, the steam straight pipe 1272 is directly connected to the mixing straight pipe 1273, that is, the axis of the steam straight pipe 1272 and the axis of the mixing straight pipe 1273 are approximately coincident. This makes it easier for the gas pumped in by the gas pumping device 126 to pressurize the steam generated by the steam generator 123.

[0068] Please see Figure 7 More preferably, the steam straight pipe 1272 is directly connected to the mixing straight pipe 1273, and the mixing angle is equal to 45 degrees.

[0069] For example, a 1500W steam generator 123 can generate steam at a pressure of 32.6 kPa. A mixer 127, which is connected to a steam straight pipe 1272 and a mixing straight pipe 1273 with a mixing angle of 45 degrees, can increase the steam pressure to 55.7 kPa, with a pressure increase of 23.1 kPa and a pressure increase of 70.86%, and can maintain a continuous high-pressure steam output.

[0070] In some embodiments, the gas straight pipe 1271 and the mixing straight pipe 1273 can be directly connected, which means that the axis of the gas straight pipe 1271 and the axis of the mixing straight pipe 1273 are approximately coincident. Please refer to [link to relevant documentation]. Figure 8 Alternatively, the axes of both the steam straight pipe 1272 and the gas straight pipe 1271 may be obliquely intersecting the axis of the mixing straight pipe 1273.

[0071] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 5 The steam generating mechanism 12 also includes a one-way valve 128, which is installed on the pipeline between the outlet of the pumping device 126 and the gas inlet 1271a. This prevents the steam generated by the steam generator 123 from entering the mixer 127 and then flowing back into the pumping device 126 from the pipeline between the outlet of the pumping device 126 and the gas inlet 1271a.

[0072] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 Taking a garment care machine as an example, the garment care machine includes a garment hanging mechanism 20 and a main unit 10 disposed below the garment hanging mechanism 20. The main unit 10 includes a steam generating mechanism 12 and a housing 11 having a receiving cavity 11a and a steam outlet 11b. The steam generating mechanism 12 is disposed inside the housing 11, and the high-pressure steam outlet 1273a is connected to the steam outlet 11b.

[0073] Specifically, the clothing hanging mechanism 20 is used to hang clothing.

[0074] The high-pressure steam generated by the steam generator 12 flows out through the steam outlet 11b and can diffuse to the surface of the clothing and be evenly distributed on the surface of the clothing.

[0075] It should be noted that the connection between high-pressure steam outlet 1273a and steam outlet 11b mainly means that the high-pressure steam flowing out of high-pressure steam outlet 1273a can flow out of steam outlet 11b. In other words, high-pressure steam outlet 1273a and steam outlet 11b can be directly connected by a pipeline. Other devices or components can also be installed between high-pressure steam outlet 1273a and steam outlet 11b. The high-pressure steam can flow through the corresponding devices or components before flowing out of steam outlet 11b.

[0076] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 18 and Figure 19 The garment care machine can also be equipped with a housing 60, inside which the main unit 10 and the garment hanging mechanism 20 are placed. This means the main unit 10 and the garment hanging mechanism 20 can be fixed to the housing 60 in a detachable or non-detachable manner, or they can be placed directly inside the housing 60, effectively allowing them to be removed directly from the housing 60. When the garment care machine is operating, the high-pressure steam generated by the steam generating mechanism 12 circulates within the housing 60. This prevents the high-pressure steam from dissipating while promoting its rapid diffusion throughout the housing 60, thereby increasing the rate at which the high-pressure steam is evenly distributed on the surface of the garment.

[0077] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 4 and 5 The steam generating mechanism 12 also includes a heating device 124, which has a housing 1241 and an electric heating element 1242. The housing 1241 has a heating chamber 1241a and an inlet 1241b and an outlet 1241c communicating with the heating chamber 1241a. The electric heating element 1242 is disposed in the heating chamber 1241a. The high-pressure steam outlet 1273a is communicating with the inlet 1241b.

[0078] Specifically, the heating device 124 can reheat the high-pressure steam flowing out of the high-pressure steam outlet 1273a of the mixer 127, thereby obtaining high-temperature and high-pressure steam. The high temperature of the high-temperature and high-pressure steam can fully stretch the fibers on the surface of the clothing, thereby further improving the ironing effect.

[0079] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 5 The steam generating mechanism 12 also includes a controller 125, and the heating device 124 also includes a temperature control element 1243. The temperature control element 1243 is disposed on the outer casing 1241 and the temperature measuring end of the temperature control element 1243 extends into the heating chamber 1241a to monitor the temperature inside the heating chamber 1241a. The controller 125 is electrically connected to the temperature control element 1243 and the electric heating element 1242 respectively to control the electric heating element 1242 according to the monitoring results of the temperature control element 1243.

[0080] Specifically, the temperature control element 1243 can monitor the temperature inside the heating chamber 1241a and transmit the monitoring results to the controller 125. The controller 125 can control the electric heating element 1242 according to the monitoring results of the temperature control element 1243. Thus, the temperature inside the heating chamber 1241a can be controlled within the target temperature range, thereby heating the high-pressure steam flowing into the heating device 124 into high-temperature and high-pressure steam.

[0081] For example, the temperature control element 1243 has an upper temperature limit and a lower temperature limit. If the temperature control element 1243 detects that the temperature in the heating chamber 1241a rises to the upper temperature limit, the temperature control element 1243 transmits the corresponding monitoring result to the controller 125, so that the controller 125 controls the electric heating element 1242 to stop working. If the temperature control element 1243 detects that the temperature in the heating chamber 1241a drops to the lower temperature limit, the temperature control element 1243 transmits the corresponding monitoring result to the controller 125, so that the controller 125 controls the electric heating element 1242 to resume working. Thus, the temperature in the heating chamber 1241a can be effectively controlled.

[0082] Furthermore, the temperature control element 1243 can have an adjustable upper temperature limit and a lower temperature limit. That is, the upper temperature limit and lower temperature limit of the temperature control element 1243 can be adjusted as needed. If the controller 125 determines that the temperature in the heating chamber 1241a rises to the set upper temperature limit based on the monitoring results, it controls the electric heating element 1242 to stop working. If the controller 125 determines that the temperature in the heating chamber 1241a drops to the set lower temperature limit based on the monitoring results, it controls the electric heating element 1242 to resume working. Thus, high-temperature and high-pressure steam at different temperatures can be provided for different needs.

[0083] For example, the controller 125 can also adjust the heating power of the electric heating element 1242 to meet different heating requirements.

[0084] The heating device 124 of this application embodiment can heat the high-pressure steam flowing into the heating device 124 into high-temperature and high-pressure steam above 140°C.

[0085] In one embodiment, the temperature control element 1243 can be a negative temperature coefficient thermistor (NTC thermistor). NTC thermistors have high detection accuracy and are more suitable for high-precision temperature measurement.

[0086] In some embodiments, the temperature control element 1243 may also be a positive temperature coefficient thermistor (PTC thermistor).

[0087] In one embodiment, the outer casing 1241 can be a stainless steel casing, which not only enables the heating device 124 to have a faster thermal response.

[0088] For ease of disassembly and assembly of the temperature control element 1243, please refer to the example provided. Figure 9 and Figure 10 The outer surface of the housing 1241 may be provided with a mounting base 1241d having a socket 1241e. The socket 1241e communicates with the heating chamber 1241a. A mounting plate is provided on the side wall of the temperature control element 1243. The temperature measuring end of the temperature control element 1243 extends into the heating chamber 1241a through the socket 1241e. The mounting plate and the mounting base 1241d can be fastened together by fasteners such as screws and bolts.

[0089] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 9 and Figure 10 The temperature measuring end of the temperature control element 1243 is positioned near the outlet 1241c within the heating chamber 1241a. After sufficient heating, the steam in the heating chamber 1241a can reach a high temperature at the outlet 1241c. Therefore, positioning the temperature measuring end of the temperature control element 1243 near the outlet 1241c improves the accuracy of temperature measurement.

[0090] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 10 The electric heating element 1242 is suspended inside the heating chamber 1241a, meaning that the electric heating element 1242 is in a suspended state inside the heating chamber 1241a. For example, the electric heating element 1242 can be fixed by welding. The electric heating element 1242 does not contact the side wall of the heating chamber 1241a. This allows the electric heating element 1242 to have sufficient contact with the steam inside the heating chamber 1241a, thereby improving the heat exchange effect.

[0091] In one embodiment, please refer to Figures 10 to 12 The heating device 124 also includes at least one baffle 1244, meaning that one or more baffles 1244 can be provided. The baffle 1244 is disposed within the heating chamber 1241a to create a flow channel extending from the inlet 1241b to the outlet 1241c within the heating chamber 1241a. Providing a flow channel increases the flow path of steam within the heating chamber 1241a, thereby improving the heating effect of the heating element.

[0092] There are various ways in which the baffle 1244 can be disposed within the heating chamber 1241a. For example, in one embodiment, please refer to... Figure 10 The heating chamber 1241a has a first sidewall 1241f and a second sidewall 1241g disposed opposite to each other. An inlet 1241b and an outlet 1241c are disposed on the first sidewall 1241f, and a baffle 1244 is disposed between the inlet 1241b and the outlet 1241c. One side of the baffle 1244 is connected to the first sidewall 1241f, and the opposite side of the baffle 1244 is spaced apart from the second sidewall 1241g. That is, the inlet 1241b and the outlet 1241c can be disposed on the same side of the heating chamber 1241a, and a baffle 1244 can be disposed between the inlet 1241b and the outlet 1241c to separate them. Essentially, the baffle 1244 divides the heating chamber 1241a into a flow channel with two flow segments.

[0093] In another embodiment, please refer to Figure 11 The heating chamber 1241a also has a third sidewall 1241h and a fourth sidewall 1241i disposed opposite to each other between the first sidewall 1241f and the second sidewall 1241g. An inlet 1241b is disposed on the third sidewall 1241h, and an outlet 1241c is disposed on the fourth sidewall 1241i. Both the inlet 1241b and the outlet 1241c are close to the second sidewall 1241g. A baffle 1244 can still be disposed between the inlet 1241b and the outlet 1241c. One side of the baffle 1244 is connected to the second sidewall 1241g, and the opposite side of the baffle 1244 is spaced apart from the first sidewall 1241f. In other words, the inlet 1241b and the outlet 1241c can also be disposed on opposite sides of the heating chamber 1241a, with a baffle 1244 separating the inlet 1241b and the outlet 1241c.

[0094] In another embodiment, please refer to Figure 12The inlet 1241b is still located on the third side wall 1241h, and the outlet 1241c is located on the fourth side wall 1241i. Both the inlet 1241b and the outlet 1241c are close to the second side wall 1241g. Three baffles 1244 are spaced apart between the inlet 1241b and the outlet 1241c. For ease of description, the three baffles 1244 can be referred to as the first baffle 1244a, the second baffle 1244b, and the third baffle 1244c, respectively. The first baffle 1244a... One side of the first baffle 1244a and one side of the third baffle 1244c are both connected to the second sidewall 1241g. The opposite sides of the first baffle 1244a and the third baffle 1244c are spaced apart from the first sidewall 1241f. The second baffle 1244b is located between the first baffle 1244a and the third baffle 1244c. One side of the second baffle 1244b is connected to the first sidewall 1241f, and the opposite side of the second baffle 1244b is spaced apart from the second sidewall 1241g. In other words, three baffles 1244 are set between the inlet 1241b and the outlet 1241c to separate the inlet 1241b and the outlet 1241c. This is equivalent to the three baffles 1244 dividing the heating chamber 1241a into a flow channel with four flow segments. Compared with setting one baffle 1244, setting three baffles 1244 can increase the length of the flow channel and prolong the residence time of steam in the heating chamber 1241a, thereby further increasing the temperature of the steam flowing out from the outlet 1241c.

[0095] It is understandable that when multiple baffles 1244 are provided inside the heating chamber 1241a, the number of baffles 1244 is not limited to three. Depending on the needs, there can be two or more baffles 1244; no limitation is imposed here. However,

[0096] It should be noted that the presence of baffles 1244 not only increases the flow path of steam in the channel, but also increases the disturbance to the steam. The more baffles 1244 there are, the greater the pressure loss of the entire heating device 124. Therefore, in practical applications, the appropriate number of baffles 1244 can be selected according to the needs.

[0097] In one embodiment, please refer to Figures 10 to 12 The electric heating element 1242 is a heating tube. The heating tube extends from the end of the flow channel that is connected to the inlet 1241b to the end of the flow channel that is connected to the outlet 1241c. In other words, there is a heating tube in the entire flow channel. During the flow of steam in the flow channel, it can continuously exchange heat with the heating tube, thereby further improving the heating effect of the heating tube.

[0098] For example, the power of the heating element in this embodiment can be less than or equal to 500W, wherein a heating element with a power of 300W can heat steam at 100°C to 180°C.

[0099] In addition, the heating element can have various shapes, such as U-shaped, W-shaped, etc., without any restrictions.

[0100] For example, please refer to Figure 11 When the heating tube is W-shaped and a baffle 1244 is provided in the heating cavity 1241a, the flow channels on both sides of the baffle 1244 can be configured with unequal widths to facilitate the arrangement of the heating tube in the heating cavity 1241a.

[0101] It should be noted that the electric heating element 1242 described in the embodiments of this application is not limited to a heating tube. In some embodiments, the electric heating element 1242 can also be any component with heating function such as a PTC heating element, a spiral tube heater, or a film heater.

[0102] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 9 The heating device 124 also includes a temperature controller 1245. The temperature controller 1245 is disposed on the outer surface of the housing 1241 and corresponds to the position of the heating cavity 1241a. In other words, the position of the temperature controller 1245 on the outer surface of the housing 1241 needs to ensure that the temperature inside the heating cavity 1241a can be detected.

[0103] Specifically, the thermostat 1245 is electrically connected to the electric heating element 1242 to protect the electric heating element 1242 by controlling its on / off state, preventing it from burning dry. The thermostat 1245 can be a snap-action thermostat 1245.

[0104] Since the temperature near the outlet 1241c of the heating chamber 1241a is relatively high, in order to improve the accuracy of detection, the temperature controller 1245 can be positioned near the outlet 1241c of the heating chamber 1241a on the outer surface of the housing 1241.

[0105] For ease of disassembly and assembly of the thermostat 1245, please refer to the example provided. Figure 9 The outer surface of the outer casing 1241 can be provided with a mounting groove, and a mounting post 1241j is provided in the mounting groove. The temperature sensing surface of the thermostat 1245 extends into the mounting groove, and the thermostat 1245 and the mounting post 1241j can be fastened together by fasteners such as screws and bolts.

[0106] Furthermore, a thermal grease layer can be installed in the mounting slot, and the thermal grease layer is in contact with the temperature sensing surface of the temperature controller 1245. In other words, the mounting slot can hold thermal grease, which can help transfer the heat in the heat conduction cavity from the outer shell 1241 to the temperature sensing surface of the temperature controller 1245, thereby improving the detection accuracy of the temperature controller 1245.

[0107] In some embodiments, a fuse may also be provided on the outer surface of the housing 1241, and the fuse is connected in series with the electric heating element 1242. The fuse can also monitor the temperature inside the heating chamber 1241a. When the thermostat 1245 fails and cannot monitor the temperature inside the heating chamber 1241a normally, if the fuse detects that the temperature inside the heating chamber 1241a exceeds the safe temperature, the fuse will melt and cannot be reset, and the heating device 124 will fail. In other words, the simultaneous provision of the thermostat 1245 and the fuse can provide dual protection for the heating device 124, thereby improving the safety of the heating device 124.

[0108] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figures 13 to 15 The housing 11 also has an exhaust vent 11c. The main unit 10 also includes a wind-powered clothing grabbing mechanism 13. The wind-powered clothing grabbing mechanism 13 includes a suction shell 131 and a fan 132. The suction shell 131 has a suction duct and two suction ports 131a connected to the suction duct. The two suction ports 131a are arranged opposite to each other and form a clothing adsorption space 131b between the two suction ports 131a. The suction shell 131 is set on the housing 11. The two suction ports 131a are located outside the housing 11. The fan 132 is set inside the receiving cavity 11a. The airflow inlet 132a of the fan 132 is connected to the suction duct, and the airflow outlet 132b of the fan 132 is connected to the exhaust vent 11c. When the clothing is hung on the clothing hanging mechanism 20, the lower side of the clothing extends into the clothing adsorption space 131b.

[0109] Specifically, depending on the type of clothing, the lower part of the clothing can be the hem of a shirt or skirt, the cuff of pants, or the lower area of ​​everyday items such as bed sheets when they are hanging.

[0110] The fan 132 can have various structural forms; for example, please refer to [link to relevant documentation]. Figure 15 The fan 132 includes an upper volute 1321 with an airflow inlet 132a and a first notch, a lower volute 1322 with a second notch, a fan wheel 1323, and a second drive motor. The upper volute 1321 and the lower volute 1322 are connected to each other to enclose the fan wheel cavity. The first notch and the second notch together form the airflow outlet 132b. The fan wheel 1323 and the second drive motor are disposed in the fan wheel cavity. The second drive motor is driven to rotate the fan wheel 1323, which can create a negative pressure in the fan wheel cavity.

[0111] During operation, the fan 132 of the wind-powered garment-grabbing mechanism 13 draws external airflow into the suction duct through the air inlet 131a. The airflow entering the suction duct flows into the fan 132 through the air inlet 132a, then flows out through the air outlet 132b and is discharged to the outside of the housing 11 through the exhaust port 11c, thus achieving airflow circulation. Because the fan 132 creates negative pressure during the process of drawing airflow from the air inlet 131a, when the lower side of the garment extends into the garment-grabbing space 131b, the two sides of the lower side of the garment can be brought close to the two air inlets 131a under the action of negative pressure. This continuously provides a downward force to the garment, straightening it and smoothing out wrinkles caused by washing and storage, thereby further improving the ironing effect.

[0112] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 14 The distance between the two air intakes 131a gradually increases from the side closer to the housing 11 toward the side farther away from the housing 11.

[0113] Specifically, because a negative pressure is created inside the fan 132 during the process of drawing airflow from the two air inlets 131a, a large suction force is generated at both air inlets 131a. Please refer to [link / reference needed]. Figure 14 When the distance between the two air inlets 131a on the suction shell 131 is set to gradually increase from the side closer to the airflow inlet 132a to the side farther away from the airflow inlet 132a, the suction force at each air inlet 131a will generate a horizontal component and a vertical downward component. When the lower side of the garment extends into the garment adsorption space 131b, the horizontal component of the suction force at each air inlet 131a will pull the two sides of the lower side of the garment toward the corresponding air inlet 131a, while the vertical downward component of the suction force at each air inlet 131a can continuously provide a large vertical downward pulling force to the garment. Thus, the suction force at the two air inlets 131a can continuously pull the garment, thereby promoting the full expansion of the internal fibers of the garment and achieving a better ironing effect.

[0114] Of the horizontal and vertically downward components of the suction force generated at the air inlet 131a, the vertically downward component continuously pulls the clothing downwards. Therefore, the vertically downward component plays a crucial role in promoting the full expansion of the internal fibers of the clothing. Given the same suction force at the air inlet 131a, the tilt angle of the air inlet 131a affects the magnitude of the vertically downward component. Therefore, to ensure that the suction force at the air inlet 131a provides a larger vertically downward component, please refer to [the relevant documentation / reference needed]. Figure 14Preferably, the angle b between each air intake 131a and the horizontal plane is greater than or equal to 45 degrees and less than 90 degrees. More preferably, the angle b between each air intake 131a and the horizontal plane is greater than or equal to 67.5 degrees and less than 90 degrees.

[0115] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 14 The two air intakes 131a are symmetrically arranged, meaning that the angle b between the two air intakes 131a and the horizontal plane is the same. This ensures that the downward vertical force at the two air intakes 131a is relatively balanced. For details on the symmetrical arrangement of the two air intakes 131a, please refer to [link to relevant documentation]. Figure 14 Preferably, the included angle c between the two air inlets 131a can be greater than 0 degrees and less than or equal to 90 degrees. More preferably, the included angle c between the two air inlets 131a can be greater than 0 degrees and less than or equal to 45 degrees.

[0116] It is understandable that in some embodiments, the two air intakes 131a may also be asymmetrically arranged, which means that the angle b between the two air intakes 131a and the horizontal plane is different.

[0117] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The suction shell 131 is equipped with suction grilles 131c at each suction port 131a. That is to say, each suction port 131a is equipped with a suction grille 131c. The suction grille 131c has the function of guiding air. During ironing, the two sides of the bottom of the clothes can be adsorbed onto the suction grille 131c at the corresponding suction port 131a under the action of suction. Thus, it is easier for the suction to continuously pull the clothes.

[0118] The dimensions of each grille in the air intake grille 131c and the spacing between two adjacent grille pieces can be determined as needed and are not limited here.

[0119] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 14 The suction duct includes two sub-ducts 131d. The distance between the two sub-ducts 131d gradually increases from the end of the sub-duct 131d along the airflow direction to the beginning of the airflow direction. Each sub-duct 131d is provided with an air intake 131a at the beginning of the airflow direction. That is to say, the two sub-ducts 131d can also be inclined. The inclined sub-ducts 131d can guide the airflow entering the sub-duct 131d, thereby accelerating the airflow speed and increasing the suction force at the air intake 131a.

[0120] Further, in one embodiment, please refer to Figure 14The ends of the two sub-ducts 131d are connected to each other along the airflow direction, which makes it easier for the fan 132 to draw the airflow in the two sub-ducts 131d into the fan 132 from the airflow inlet 132a, thereby improving the suction efficiency of the fan 132.

[0121] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The housing 11 includes a shell 111 and a cover plate 112 with a first air vent 112a. The wind-powered clothing grabbing mechanism 13 also includes a connecting cover 133 with a second air vent 133a. The shell 111 has a receiving cavity 11a with an open top. The cover plate 112 covers the open top of the receiving cavity 11a. The connecting cover 133 is disposed inside the receiving cavity 11a and connected to the fan 132 and the cover plate 112. The suction shell 131 is disposed outside the cover plate 112 and connected to the cover plate 112. The suction duct is connected to the airflow inlet 132a of the fan 132 through the first air vent 112a and the second air vent 133a. Thus, it is convenient to install the wind-powered clothing grabbing mechanism 13 and can form a relatively sealed airflow path between the suction vent 131a and the airflow outlet 132b of the fan 132, so as to better form negative pressure inside the fan 132.

[0122] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 2 , Figure 16 and Figure 17 The clothing hanging mechanism 20 includes a support frame 21, a clothing hanging rod 22, and a drive assembly. The clothing hanging rod 22 is rotatably connected to the support frame 21, and the drive assembly is driven to drive the clothing hanging rod 22 to swing in a direction perpendicular to the rotation axis of the clothing hanging rod 22.

[0123] Specifically, the clothing hanging rod 22 is used to hang clothes. Under the drive of the drive assembly 23, the clothing hanging rod 22 can reciprocate relative to the support frame 21. That is, the clothing hanging rod 22 can rotate alternately in the clockwise and counterclockwise directions. Thus, the clothing hanging rod 22 can swing in a direction perpendicular to the rotation axis of the clothing hanging rod 22. Therefore, when clothes are hanging on the clothing hanging rod 22, the clothing hanging rod 22 can drive the clothes to swing in a direction perpendicular to the rotation axis of the clothing hanging rod 22.

[0124] When the garment care machine is working, the garment hanging mechanism 20 drives the garment to swing in a direction perpendicular to the rotation axis of the garment hanging rod 22, while the wind-powered garment gripping mechanism 13 uses negative pressure to continuously provide a downward force to the garment. In other words, the garment is constantly straightened during the swinging process. Thus, by working together, the garment hanging mechanism 20 and the wind-powered garment gripping mechanism 13 can better smooth out the wrinkles on the surface of the garment caused by washing and storage, thereby further improving the ironing effect.

[0125] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the clothing hanging rod 22 of the clothing hanging mechanism 20 swings in a direction perpendicular to the rotation axis of the clothing hanging rod 22. This is equivalent to the clothing swinging in the back-and-forth direction of the garment care machine during the ironing process. Compared with swinging the clothing hanging rod 22 along the axial direction (equivalent to the clothing swinging in the left-right direction of the garment care machine), the space for the clothing to swing in the back-and-forth direction of the garment care machine is much larger than the space for swinging in the left-right direction. In other words, by swinging the clothing hanging rod 22 in a direction perpendicular to the rotation axis of the clothing hanging rod 22, the clothing hanging mechanism 20 can increase the range of motion of the clothing, allowing the clothing to have a larger contact area with the steam generated by the steam generating mechanism 12. This can promote the absorption of steam by the clothing to a certain extent, thereby increasing the weight of the clothing after absorbing steam, which is more conducive to straightening the clothing.

[0126] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 16 and Figure 17 The drive assembly 23 includes a first drive motor 231 and a transmission rod 232. A first end of the transmission rod 232 is connected to the first drive motor 231, and a second end is connected to the clothing hanging rod 22. The first drive motor 231 drives the transmission rod 232 to reciprocate, causing the transmission rod 232 to swing along a direction perpendicular to the rotation axis of the clothing hanging rod 22. In other words, the first drive motor 231 can drive the transmission rod 232 to swing by reciprocating the transmission rod 232.

[0127] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 16 and Figure 17 The clothing hanging rod 22 includes a horizontal bar 221 and two vertical bars 222. Each end of the horizontal bar 221 along its extension direction is provided with a vertical bar 222. The first end of each vertical bar 222 is rotatably connected to the support frame 21, and the second end of each vertical bar 222 is connected to the horizontal bar 221. The second end of the transmission rod 232 is connected to one of the two vertical bars 222.

[0128] Specifically, the two sub-vertical rods 222 and the sub-horizontal rod 221 can be fixed together by non-removable methods such as welding, or by detachable methods such as plugging, snapping, or fastening. The two sub-vertical rods 222 can also be integrally formed with the sub-horizontal rod 221. The sub-horizontal rod 221 is used to hang clothes, and the second end of the transmission rod 232 is connected to one of the two sub-vertical rods 222, which facilitates the swinging of the clothes hanging rod 22.

[0129] in addition, Figure 16 and Figure 17The support frame 21 shown is composed of two mutually separated and spaced support plates 211. The first end of each sub-vertical rod 222 is rotatably connected to the corresponding support plate 211. The sub-horizontal rod 221 is located between the two support plates 211. In some embodiments, the support frame 21 can also be a single integral structure instead of being divided into two mutually separated support plates 211.

[0130] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 16 and Figure 17 A limiting groove 222a is provided on the sub-vertical rod 222 connected to the second end of the transmission rod 232, and a plug-in post 232a is formed on the second end of the transmission rod 232. The plug-in post 232a is inserted into the limiting groove 222a. That is to say, when the transmission rod 232 is connected to the clothes hanging rod 22, it is only necessary to insert the plug-in post 232a on the transmission rod 232 into the limiting groove 222a on the clothes hanging rod 22. This makes it easy to assemble and disassemble the clothes hanging rod 22.

[0131] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 17 The first drive motor 231 is located on the side of the support frame 21 away from the clothes hanging rod 22. The transmission rod 232 is rotatably connected to the support frame 21. That is, the clothes hanging rod 22 and the first drive motor 231 are respectively located on opposite sides of the support frame 21. The transmission rod 232 passes through the support frame 21 so that the first end of the transmission rod 232 is driven by the first drive motor 231, and the second end of the transmission rod 232 is connected to the clothes hanging rod 22. This facilitates the arrangement of the first drive motor 231 and allows the support frame 21 to support and position the transmission rod 232, making the transmission rod 232 more stable during rotation.

[0132] Please see Figure 18 and Figure 19 In some embodiments, the clothing hanging mechanism 20 may also be a non-swinging structure, which means that the clothing hanging mechanism 20 is only used to hang clothing and cannot cause the clothing to swing.

[0133] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 17 The garment care machine also includes a cover 30 with an open bottom, and a garment hanging mechanism 20 is disposed inside the cover 30.

[0134] Specifically, the support frame 21 can be fixed inside the cover 30. When clothes are hung on the clothes hanging rod 22, the lower side of the clothes protrudes from the opening at the bottom of the cover 30. The cover 30 not only protects the clothes hanging mechanism 20, but also makes the clothes care machine more aesthetically pleasing.

[0135] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2The garment care machine also includes a lifting assembly 50, which connects the housing 11 and the cover 30 so that the cover 30 can rise or fall relative to the housing 11.

[0136] Specifically, the lifting assembly 50 can be Figure 1 The telescopic rod shown can also be a lifting mechanism driven by a motor or other structures that can have lifting functions. By raising or lowering the cover 30 relative to the housing 11, the distance between the clothing hanging mechanism 20 and the wind-powered clothing grabbing mechanism 13 can be easily adjusted, thereby accommodating clothing of different sizes.

[0137] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 When the lifting component 50 is a lifting structure such as a telescopic rod that needs to be lifted by human force, the outer surface of the cover 30 can also be provided with a gripping part 30a to facilitate the user to apply force.

[0138] In addition, a roller 14 can be provided at the bottom of the housing 11. The roller 14 can be a universal wheel, a directional wheel, etc., which makes it easy to move the main unit 10 and the clothing hanging mechanism 20.

[0139] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 When the cover 30 descends to its limit relative to the housing 11, the cover 30 covers the housing 11, and the suction shell 131 extends into the cover 30. In other words, when the garment care machine is not in use, the cover 30 can be moved downwards to cover the housing 11 and form a storage state, which makes it easy to store the garment care machine.

[0140] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 4 The main unit 10 also includes a hot air assembly 15, which is disposed in the airflow path between the air outlet 132b and the exhaust port 11c. Thus, the airflow discharged from the air outlet 132b of the fan 132 can be heated and then discharged to the outside of the casing 11 through the exhaust port 11c, thereby providing hot airflow for drying clothes.

[0141] The hot air assembly 15 can be any assembly capable of heating airflow. For example, the hot air assembly 15 can be a positive temperature coefficient thermistor or a heating wire.

[0142] It should be noted that the position of the exhaust vent 11c on the housing 11 can be adjusted as needed; however, to facilitate the provision of hot airflow for drying clothes, please refer to 1 and 2 for examples. Figure 2 The exhaust vent 11c can be located on the top of the housing 11.

[0143] Further, in one embodiment, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The casing 11 can also be equipped with an exhaust grille 11d at the exhaust port 11c. The exhaust grille 11d can guide the hot airflow discharged from the exhaust port 11c so that the hot airflow can be better directed to the clothes.

[0144] In addition, when the garment care machine is equipped with a cabinet 60, the exhaust grille 11d can guide the hot airflow to be distributed more evenly within the cabinet 60, thereby improving drying efficiency.

[0145] The various embodiments / implementations provided in this application can be combined with each other without creating contradictions.

[0146] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit the application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application are included within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. An electrical appliance, characterized in that include: A steam generating mechanism includes a water tank, a steam generator, a water pump, a gas pumping device, and a mixer. The inlet of the steam generator is connected to the outlet of the water tank. The water pump is installed on a pipeline between the outlet of the water tank and the inlet of the steam generator. The mixer has a gas inlet, a steam inlet, and a high-pressure steam outlet. The gas inlet is connected to the outlet of the gas pumping device, and the steam inlet is connected to the steam outlet of the steam generator. The gas pumped in by the gas pumping device mixes with the steam generated by the steam generator in the mixer. The gas pressurizes the steam, causing the gas and steam to mix and form high-pressure steam, which then flows out through the high-pressure steam outlet. The electrical device is a garment care machine. The garment care machine includes a garment hanging mechanism and a main unit disposed below the garment hanging mechanism. The main unit includes a steam generating mechanism and a housing having a receiving cavity and a steam outlet. The steam generating mechanism is disposed inside the housing, and the high-pressure steam outlet is connected to the steam outlet. The housing also has an exhaust vent, and the main unit also includes a wind-powered garment-grabbing mechanism. The wind-powered garment-grabbing mechanism includes an air intake shell and a fan. The air intake shell has an air intake duct and two air intakes connected to the air intake duct. The two air intakes are arranged opposite to each other and a garment adsorption space is formed between the two air intakes. The air intake shell is disposed on the housing, and the two air intakes are located outside the housing. The fan is disposed inside the receiving cavity. The airflow inlet of the fan is connected to the air intake duct, and the airflow outlet of the fan is connected to the exhaust vent. When the garment is hung on the garment hanging mechanism, the lower side of the garment extends into the garment adsorption space. When the lower side of the garment extends into the garment adsorption space, the horizontal component of the suction force at each of the air inlets pulls the two sides of the lower side of the garment toward the corresponding air inlet, while the vertical downward component of the suction force at each of the air inlets continuously provides a vertical downward pulling force to the garment.

2. The appliance of claim 1, wherein, The mixer includes a gas straight pipe with the gas inlet, a steam straight pipe with the steam inlet, and a mixing straight pipe with the high-pressure steam outlet, wherein the gas straight pipe and the steam straight pipe are both connected to the mixing straight pipe.

3. The electrical appliance of claim 2, wherein, The axes of the gas straight pipe, the steam straight pipe, and the mixing straight pipe are located in the same plane. There is a mixing angle between the axes of the gas straight pipe and the steam straight pipe. The mixing straight pipe is located outside the area of ​​the mixing angle. The mixing angle is greater than or equal to 0 degrees and less than or equal to 90 degrees.

4. The appliance of claim 3, wherein, The steam straight pipe is directly connected to the mixing straight pipe; or... The gas straight pipe is directly connected to the mixing straight pipe.

5. The appliance of claim 3, wherein, The steam straight pipe is directly connected to the mixing straight pipe, and the mixing angle is equal to 45 degrees.

6. The electrical appliance of any one of claims 1-5, wherein, The steam generating mechanism also includes a one-way valve, which is installed on the pipeline between the outlet of the gas pumping device and the gas inlet.

7. The electrical appliance of any one of claims 1-5, wherein the electrical appliance is a microwave oven. The steam generating mechanism further includes a heating device, which has a housing and an electric heating element. The housing has a heating chamber and an inlet and an outlet communicating with the heating chamber. The electric heating element is disposed inside the heating chamber, and the high-pressure steam outlet is communicating with the inlet.

8. The electrical appliance of claim 7, wherein, The steam generating mechanism also includes a controller, and the heating device also includes a temperature control element; The temperature control element is disposed on the outer shell and the temperature measuring end of the temperature control element extends into the heating cavity to monitor the temperature inside the heating cavity; The controller is electrically connected to both the temperature control element and the electric heating element to control the electric heating element based on the monitoring results of the temperature control element.

9. The electrical appliance of claim 8, wherein, The temperature measuring end of the temperature control element is positioned within the heating chamber near the outlet.

10. The appliance of claim 7, wherein, The electric heating element is suspended within the heating cavity; and / or, The heating device further includes at least one baffle disposed within the heating chamber to create a flow channel extending from the inlet to the outlet within the heating chamber.

11. The electrical appliance of any one of claims 1-5, wherein, The garment care machine also includes a housing, in which the main unit and the garment hanging mechanism are housed.

12. The electrical appliance of any one of claims 1-5, wherein, The distance between the two air intakes gradually increases from the side closer to the housing towards the side farther away from the housing.

13. The electrical appliance of any one of claims 1-5, wherein, The host unit also includes a hot air assembly, which is disposed on the airflow path between the air outlet and the exhaust port.

14. The electrical appliance of any one of claims 1-5, wherein, The suction housing is provided with suction grilles at each of the suction ports; and / or, the housing is provided with exhaust grilles at the exhaust ports.

15. The electrical appliance of any one of claims 1-5, wherein, The clothing hanging mechanism includes a support frame, a clothing hanging rod, and a drive assembly. The clothing hanging rod is rotatably connected to the support frame, and the drive assembly is driven to drive the clothing hanging rod to swing in a direction perpendicular to the rotation axis of the clothing hanging rod.

16. The electrical appliance of claim 15, wherein, The drive assembly includes a first drive motor and a transmission rod. A first end of the transmission rod is driven to the first drive motor, and a second end of the transmission rod is connected to the clothing hanging rod. The first drive motor drives the transmission rod to reciprocate, causing the transmission rod to drive the clothing hanging rod to swing in a direction perpendicular to the rotation axis of the clothing hanging rod.

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