Fluid sterilization apparatus and domestic treatment appliance

Abstract

The application provides a fluid sterilization device and a clothes processing device. The fluid sterilization device comprises a main body and a branch. The main body is provided with a containing cavity for placing sterilization particles. The branch is connected with the main body and is used for driving the main body to move under the movement of fluid, so as to release sterilization substances in the sterilization particles.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of household equipment technology, and more specifically, relates to a fluid sterilization device and household equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Household cleaning appliances often have sterilization functions to meet people's health needs. There are various sterilization methods, such as silver ion disinfection. However, the concentration of silver ions can be unstable depending on the washing time, and too high or too low a concentration is not good for washing clothes. Another method is to slowly release disinfectant through sterilization particles, but its release rate is low, requiring more sterilization particles and resulting in higher costs. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of this, the present invention provides a fluid sterilization device and a household treatment equipment to solve the technical problem of how to reduce sterilization costs while increasing the release rate of disinfectant substances.

[0004] The technical solution of this invention is implemented as follows:

[0005] This invention provides a fluid sterilization device, comprising: a main body having a cavity for holding disinfectant particles; and a branch connected to the main body for moving the main body under the movement of fluid to release disinfectant substances from the disinfectant particles.

[0006] In some embodiments, multiple branches are spaced apart in the circumferential direction of the main body to drive the main body to rotate under the movement of fluid.

[0007] In some embodiments, each of the branches is a sheet-like structure, with the side of the sheet-like structure having the largest area used to receive fluid impact.

[0008] In some embodiments, the side with the largest area of ​​the sheet-like structure is an arc surface.

[0009] In some embodiments, the angle between the extending direction of the sheet structure and the axial direction of the main body is less than or equal to 45 degrees.

[0010] In some embodiments, the ratio of the projected length of the sheet structure in the axial direction of the main body to the axial length of the main body is greater than 0.7.

[0011] In some embodiments, the distance from the end of the sheet structure away from the main body to the main body is less than or equal to 15 mm.

[0012] In some embodiments, the edges of the sheet-like structure are smoothly arranged.

[0013] In some embodiments, the branch is arranged circumferentially along the main body to drive the main body to translate under the movement of fluid.

[0014] In some embodiments, the main body includes end walls located at both ends in the axial direction and side walls connecting the end walls, the end walls and the side walls forming the receiving cavity; the branch portion is disposed outside the side walls.

[0015] In some embodiments, the sidewall and / or the endwall have multiple through-holes.

[0016] In some embodiments, the outer surface of the end wall is an arcuate surface protruding outward from the receiving cavity, or the outer surface of the end wall is a plane.

[0017] In some embodiments, multiple disinfectant particles are provided, and the total volume of the multiple disinfectant particles is less than or equal to 0.9 times the volume of the receiving cavity.

[0018] In some embodiments, the main body is at least partially transparent and / or a light-emitting element is disposed within the receiving cavity.

[0019] This invention also provides a household treatment device, comprising: the fluid sterilization device according to the above; and a water flow channel, wherein at least a portion of the fluid sterilization device is located within the water flow channel.

[0020] In some embodiments, the household treatment device further includes a light-emitting element disposed within the water flow channel.

[0021] This invention provides a fluid sterilization device and a household treatment equipment. The fluid sterilization device includes a main body and a branch body. The main body has a receiving cavity for holding disinfectant particles. The branch body is connected to the main body and is used to drive the main body to move under the movement of fluid, thereby releasing the disinfectant substance in the disinfectant particles. By connecting the branch body to the main body, the branch body can drive the main body to move under the movement of fluid. On the one hand, the fluid can enter the receiving cavity and impact the disinfectant particles to release the disinfectant substance; on the other hand, the moving main body can cause the disinfectant particles in the receiving cavity to move and rub against each other, thereby increasing the release rate of the disinfectant substance. Therefore, this invention can reduce the number of disinfectant particles while maintaining a certain concentration of disinfectant substance, thereby reducing sterilization costs. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first fluid sterilization device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of a first fluid sterilization device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second type of fluid sterilization device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Sectional view of section AA;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the third type of fluid sterilization device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Sectional view of the middle BB section;

[0028] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fluid sterilization device arranged in the water flow channel according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 8 A cross-sectional view of the fluid sterilization device of this invention disposed in the water flow channel according to an embodiment of the invention;

[0030] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the connection between the shaft and the groove in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0032] 1. Main body; 11. Disinfectant granules; 12. Receiving cavity; 13. End wall; 13a. Shaft; 14. Side wall; 15. Water passage hole; 151. First water passage hole; 152. Second water passage hole; 2. Branch; 2a. Edge; 21. Side; 3. Water flow channel; 3a. Tank. Detailed Implementation

[0033] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this invention clearer, the invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the invention.

[0034] The specific technical features described in the specific embodiments can be combined in any suitable manner without contradiction. For example, different combinations of specific technical features can form different embodiments and technical solutions. To avoid unnecessary repetition, the various possible combinations of the specific technical features in this invention will not be described separately.

[0035] In the following description, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used merely to distinguish different objects and do not indicate that the objects have the sameness or relationship. It should be understood that the directional descriptions "above," "below," "outside," and "inside" refer to the orientation under normal use conditions, while "left" and "right" refer to the left and right directions shown in the corresponding diagrams, which may or may not be the left and right directions under normal use conditions.

[0036] It should be noted that the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Unless otherwise specified, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes that element. "A plurality of" means two or more.

[0037] This invention provides a fluid sterilization device that can be applied to washing devices such as clothing processing equipment, dishwashers, and fruit and vegetable washing machines. It should be noted that the application scenarios of this invention do not limit the fluid sterilization device itself.

[0038] This invention provides a fluid sterilization device for releasing disinfectant into a fluid and giving the fluid a sterilizing effect. For example... Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the fluid sterilization device includes a main body 1 and a branch 2. The main body 1 has a receiving cavity 12 for holding disinfectant particles 11. It should be noted that the receiving cavity 12 is not a completely closed cavity. The receiving cavity 12 can communicate with the outside of the main body 1, so that fluid outside the main body 1 can enter the receiving cavity 12. The fluid impacts the disinfectant particles 11 in the receiving cavity 12, causing the disinfectant particles 11 to release disinfectant substances and dissolve in the fluid. The fluid containing disinfectant substances can flow out from the receiving cavity 12 to the outside of the main body 1 for sterilization by the washing device.

[0039] It should be noted that the disinfectant granules 11 are granules capable of releasing disinfectant substances at a relatively slow rate. The components of these disinfectant granules include, but are not limited to, solid compositions such as bleach, bactericides, and detergents. This embodiment of the invention does not limit the shape, size, or composition of the disinfectant granules, nor does it limit the specific value of the slower release rate. As long as the amount of substance released within the set time meets the actual requirements, it is acceptable. For example, releasing 0.1-1 gram of disinfectant substance within 1 minute. Of course, other release rates are also possible, as long as the actual requirements are met.

[0040] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, branch 2 is connected to the outer side of main body 1, where the outer side of main body 1 refers to the side of main body 1 that is relatively far from receiving cavity 12. There are several ways to connect branch 2 to main body 1. Branch 2 can be detachably fixed to main body 1 by snap-fit; branch 2 can also be permanently fixed to main body 1 by injection molding or welding. In this embodiment of the invention, branch 2 and main body 1 only need to remain relatively stationary in a fluid motion state, so that branch 2 can drive main body 1 to move.

[0041] The outer side of the main body 1 can directly contact the fluid. This allows the branch 2 to drive the main body 1 to move under the movement of the fluid. The fluid has a certain amount of kinetic and potential energy during its movement. During the contact between the fluid and the branch 2, at least part of the fluid's energy is transferred to the branch 2, thereby enabling the branch 2 to drive the main body 1 to move.

[0042] The moving main body 1 can drive the disinfectant particles 11 in the receiving cavity 12 to move relative to each other. The moving disinfectant particles 11 can rub against each other and / or the disinfectant particles 11 can contact and rub against the inner surface of the main body 1, thereby accelerating the release of disinfectant substances from the disinfectant particles 11.

[0043] The main body 1 can move in various ways. For example, the branch 2 can drive the main body 1 to translate along a set direction; the branch 2 can also drive the main body 1 to rotate around a set direction; the branch 2 can also drive the main body 1 to both rotate around a set direction and translate along a set direction. Of course, the embodiments of the present invention do not limit the connection between the main body 1 or the branch 2 and the outside world. The fluid sterilization device in the embodiments of the present invention can be connected to the washing equipment, or the fluid sterilization device can be placed in a set cavity in the washing equipment without any connection with the washing equipment, so as to follow the free movement of the fluid in the cavity.

[0044] In this embodiment of the invention, by connecting the branch to the main body, the branch can drive the main body to move when the fluid is in motion. On the one hand, the fluid can enter the receiving cavity and impact the disinfectant particles to release the disinfectant. On the other hand, the moving main body can drive the disinfectant particles in the receiving cavity to move and rub against each other, thereby increasing the release rate of the disinfectant. When the concentration of the disinfectant is constant, the number of disinfectant particles can be reduced, thereby reducing the sterilization cost.

[0045] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, multiple branch portions 2 are spaced apart around the circumference of the main body 1. It should be noted that the extension direction of the main body 1 is its length direction, which, in the case of an axisymmetric structure, is the axial direction of the main body 1. This axial direction can be... Figure 2 As shown by the dotted line, the circumferential direction of the main body 1 can be the direction around the axial direction of the main body 1. That is, the branch parts 2 can be spaced apart around the axial direction of the main body 1. When the two ends of the main body 1 are movably connected to the outside, the branch parts 2, under the action of the external fluid, can cause the main body 1 to translate along the axial direction or rotate around the axial direction. The branch parts 2 can be plate-like bodies with two significantly larger surfaces. When the direction of fluid movement is substantially perpendicular to the aforementioned surfaces of the branch parts 2, the branch parts 2 can cause the main body 1 to translate; when the direction of fluid movement forms a set acute angle or is parallel to the aforementioned surfaces of the branch parts 2, the branch parts 2 can cause the main body 1 to rotate. Of course, the branch parts 2 are not necessarily of a regularly extending shape. When the branch parts 2 are acted upon by the fluid, the force acting on the branch parts 2 can be decomposed into a force that causes the main body 1 to translate and a force that causes it to rotate. Whether the branch parts 2 cause the main body 1 to rotate or translate under the action of the force depends on the connection method between the main body 1 and the outside. In some embodiments, the main body 1 can be axially (… Figure 2 The branch 2 is fixed to the outside in the direction of the dotted line shown, but the main body 1 is movably connected to the outside in the circumferential direction. In the case of fluid movement, the branch 2 can drive the main body 1 to rotate around the axis.

[0046] In some embodiments, such as Figure 8 As shown, a shaft 13a protrudes from the end wall 13 for easy assembly. The shaft 13a can be connected to the outside in various ways to achieve translation and / or rotation of the main body 1. When the shaft 13a is rotatably connected to the outside, for example, two spaced-apart grooves 3a are formed on the inner wall of the water flow channel. Both the grooves 3a and the shaft 13a have smooth surfaces. The shafts 13a at both ends of the main body 1 are inserted into the two grooves 3a, allowing liquid to flow within the water flow channel. Figure 8 The arrows shown indicate the direction of water flow, and this causes the main body 1 to move. Therefore, the circumferential movement of the shaft 13a is unrestricted, and the shaft 13a reaches the axial direction of the tank 3a. Figure 8 At the end of the left-right direction (as shown), the axial movement of the shaft 13a of the main body 1 is restricted, thereby enabling the main body 1 to rotate relative to the water flow channel.

[0047] like Figure 9As shown, when the connection between the shaft 13a and the water flow channel is a translational connection, for example, two spaced-apart grooves 3a are formed on the inner wall of the water flow channel, and the grooves 3a and the surface of the shaft 13a form a circumferential engagement relationship, then the circumferential movement of the shaft 13a is restricted. The shafts 13a at both ends of the main body 1 are inserted into the two grooves 3a but do not reach the axial end of the grooves 3a. Then, under the impact of the water flow ( Figure 9 The arrows indicate the direction of water flow. The main body 1 can move along the axial direction ( Figure 9 (As shown in the left and right directions) translational movement. When the connection between the shaft 13a and the water flow channel is both translational and rotatable, for example, if two spaced-apart grooves 3a are formed on the inner wall of the water flow channel, and both the grooves 3a and the shaft 13a have smooth surfaces, and the shafts 13a at both ends of the main body 1 are inserted into the two grooves 3a, then the circumferential movement of the shafts 13a is unrestricted, and the shafts 13a are inserted into the two grooves 3a but do not reach the axial end of the grooves 3a, then under the impact of the water flow, the main body 1 can move along the axial direction (…). Figure 9 Translation (as shown in the left and right directions) can also be rotational about the axis.

[0048] In this embodiment of the invention, the movement of the fluid causes the branch section to rotate, thereby driving the main body to rotate. During the rotation of the main body, the disinfectant particles within the receiving cavity can move relative to each other and rub against each other, thus accelerating the release rate of the disinfectant. Simultaneously, by limiting the movement of the main body to rotation, the space required for the fluid-containing sterilization device can be reduced, thereby facilitating installation and reducing the product's size.

[0049] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, each branch 2 is a sheet-like structure. The thickness of the branch represented by the sheet-like structure is less than the length or width of the branch 2, so that the branch 2 can be roughly regarded as a flat and thin structure. The side 21 with the largest area of ​​the sheet-like structure is used to receive fluid impact. By setting the branches as sheet-like structures in this embodiment of the invention, it is beneficial for the branches to rotate under force, thereby improving the rotation efficiency of the main body.

[0050] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the side 21 with the largest area of ​​the sheet-like structure is an arc surface. An arc surface means that the surface is convex and the cross-section is streamlined. In this embodiment of the invention, by setting the branch portion as a sheet-like structure with an arc surface, the side of the branch portion can adapt to the direction of fluid movement, thereby reducing the damage to the branch portion caused by fluid impact and extending the service life of the branch portion.

[0051] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the extension direction of the sheet-like structure is parallel to the axial direction of the main body 1. Figure 1The angle θ between the branch and the main body (as shown in the left-right direction) is less than or equal to 45 degrees. Here, the extension direction of the sheet-like structure represents the length direction of the longest dimension of the branch; the axial direction represents the extension direction of the main body 1. Of course, the axial direction is not limited to a single straight line, but can be the direction of a set of parallel lines, such as the front-back direction, not limited to a single front-back extending straight line. In this embodiment of the invention, by making the angle between the extension direction of the sheet-like structure and the axial direction of the main body less than or equal to 45 degrees, the extension direction of the sheet-like structure is substantially consistent with the axial direction of the main body. Therefore, when the fluid passes over the outside of the main body, the fluid impact on the branch creates a relatively large torque around the axial direction, which is beneficial for the branch to drive the main body to rotate, thus reducing the energy consumed by the rotation of the main body and improving the efficiency of the main body's rotation.

[0052] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the ratio of the projected length of the sheet-like structure of branch 2 along the axial direction of the main body 1 to the axial length of the main body 1 is greater than 0.7. When the sheet-like structure extends along the axial direction of the main body 1, the length of the sheet-like structure is equal to the projected length of the sheet-like structure along the axial direction of the main body 1; when the extension direction of the sheet-like structure forms a set angle with the axial direction of the main body 1, the projected length of the sheet-like structure along the axial direction of the main body 1 is less than the length of the sheet-like structure in the extension direction. By making the ratio of the projected length of the sheet-like structure along the axial direction of the main body 1 to the axial length of the main body 1 greater than 0.7, this embodiment of the invention increases the contact area between branch 2 and the fluid, thereby increasing the force-bearing area of ​​branch 2 and improving the rotation efficiency of the main body 1.

[0053] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the distance M from the end of the sheet-like structure furthest from the main body 1 to the main body 1 is less than or equal to 15 mm. This distance can be considered as the height of the sheet-like structure. It should be noted that the heights of the sheet-like structures in the extension direction can be the same or different in the embodiments of the present invention. When the heights of the sheet-like structures are the same, the height of the sheet-like structure is always less than or equal to 15 mm. When the heights of the sheet-like structures are different, the maximum height of the sheet-like structure in the extension direction can be less than or equal to 15 mm.

[0054] In this embodiment of the invention, the distance from the end of the sheet structure furthest from the main body to the main body is less than or equal to 15mm, so that the height of the sheet structure is limited to a certain range. This satisfies the function of moving the main body with the fluid, and its small structural size allows it to be adapted to various flow channels and is easy to install. At the same time, the sheet structure of a certain size also reduces the risk of scratching the laundry.

[0055] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1As shown, the edges 2a of the sheet-like structure are smoothly arranged. Edge 2a refers to each periphery of the extending surface of the branch 2. Smoothness means that the curvature change of the shape contour at the edge of the branch 2 is small, thus making the edge of the sheet-like structure smooth. In some embodiments, the branch is arranged circumferentially along the main body. Arranged circumferentially means that the extension direction of the branch is along the circumference of the main body. Then, when the fluid flows axially over the outside of the main body, it can be regarded as the fluid exerting a thrust on the branch in the axial direction. When the main body is movably connected to the outside in the axial direction (allowing axial degrees of freedom), the thrust on the branch is transmitted to the main body, becoming the thrust of the main body, which can drive the main body to translate in the axial direction.

[0056] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the main body 1 includes end walls 13 and side walls 14. The end walls 13 are located at both ends along the axial direction of the main body 1, and the side walls 14 connect the two end walls 13 to form a receiving cavity 12. The angle α between the extending directions of the end walls 13 and the extending directions of the side walls 14 can be less than or equal to 90 degrees, and the end walls 13 can be approximately considered as revolving around the axial direction of the main body 1. Figure 2 The structure is a symmetrical cone shape (shown in the direction of the dashed line), with branch 2 located on the outer side of the side wall 14. A shaft 13a protrudes from the surface of the end wall 13 away from the side wall 14 for easy assembly with external components.

[0057] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the sidewall 14 and / or endwall 13 have multiple through-holes 15. The through-holes 15 connect the receiving cavity 12 to the outside. The diameter of the through-holes 15 is smaller than a set value. That is, the size of the through-holes 15 is just enough to conduct liquid between the inside and outside of the receiving cavity 12. However, the disinfectant particles inside the receiving cavity 12 are not easy to flow out of the main body 1 through the through-holes 15. Correspondingly, debris such as lint on the outside of the main body 1 is also not easy to flow into the receiving cavity 12 through the through-holes 15, thereby reducing the impact of the disinfectant particles being wrapped by debris on the release efficiency of the disinfectant particles.

[0058] Among them, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the water passage hole 15 can be provided only on the side wall 14; as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the water passage hole 15 can also be provided only on the end wall 13; as Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the water passage hole 15 can be provided on both the side wall 14 and the end wall 13. The specific location of the water passage hole 15 is not limited in this embodiment of the invention. Of course, in some embodiments, the water passage hole 15 can be positioned relative to the main body 1 according to the direction of fluid flow to improve the water passage efficiency.

[0059] In some embodiments, such as Figure 5 As shown, the water passage 15 can be configured in various shapes. Multiple water passages 15 can be configured in the same fluid sterilization device. The water passage 15 includes a first water passage 151 and a second water passage 152. The cross-section of the first water passage 151 is circular and / or elliptical, and the cross-section of the second water passage 152 is an irregular shape such as an arc. Figure 5 In the illustrated embodiment, multiple first water passage holes 151 are spaced apart circumferentially on the end wall 13, and multiple second water passage holes 152 are spaced apart circumferentially on the side wall 14, with the second water passage holes 152 located in the side wall 14 near the end wall 13. Figure 3 In the illustrated embodiment, the cross-section of the water passage 15 is circular. Of course, in other embodiments, the cross-section of the water passage 15 can be set to other shapes.

[0060] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 1-6 As shown, the outer surface of end wall 13 is either an arcuate surface protruding outward from the receiving cavity 12 or a flat surface. Furthermore, the shapes of the two end walls of the main body 1 in the axial direction can be different; for example, in… Figure 1 and Figure 2 In the embodiment shown, one end of the main body 1 in the axial direction ( Figure 1 The end wall of the left end shown is a conical structure, so that the end wall can be roughly regarded as an arc surface. The other end of the main body 1 in the axial direction ( Figure 1 The end wall of the right end is flat. Figure 3 and Figure 4 In the illustrated embodiment, the two axially opposite end walls 13 of the main body 1 are both planar. For example... Figure 5 and Figure 6 In the illustrated embodiment, the two axially opposite end walls 13 of the main body 1 are both arc surfaces, which can be roughly regarded as conical arc surfaces. Furthermore, the cross-sectional area of ​​the end wall 13 gradually increases axially from the end furthest from the side wall 14 to the end closest to the side wall 14. Embodiments of the present invention can configure the structural shape of the end walls according to different flow channel characteristics, thereby facilitating fluid flow and reducing flow energy loss, thus improving the rotational efficiency of the main body.

[0061] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1-6 As shown, the outer surface of the sidewall 14 can be roughly considered as a cylindrical structure. For example, Figure 1-4 As shown, the sidewall 14 can extend axially and the distance from the sidewall 14 to the axis remains constant, meaning the sidewall 14 can be considered as a hollow cylinder; for example... Figure 5-6 As shown, the sidewall 14 can protrude relative to the axial direction away from the receiving cavity 12, so that the sidewall 14 is also roughly streamlined. That is, the distance from the sidewall 14 to the axis can be varied. The sidewall 14 can be regarded as a hollow olive structure, which facilitates the improvement of the rotation efficiency of the main body.

[0062] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1-6 As shown, a plurality of disinfectant particles 11 are disposed within the receiving cavity 12, and the total volume of the plurality of disinfectant particles 11 is less than or equal to 0.9 times the volume of the receiving cavity 12. In this embodiment of the invention, by making the total volume of the disinfectant particles 11 smaller than the volume of the receiving cavity 12, the disinfectant particles 11 within the receiving cavity 12 have room to move during the rotation of the main body 1, thereby improving the efficiency of the disinfectant particles 11 following the movement of the main body 1, and thus improving the efficiency of the release of disinfectant substances.

[0063] In some embodiments, such as Figure 5-6 As shown, the number of disinfection particles 11 can be controlled according to the location of the fluid sterilization device. For example, when the fluid passes through the disinfection particles 11 relatively uniformly, the number and volume of the disinfection particles 11 can be appropriately reduced. For example, the total volume of the disinfection particles 11 can be less than or equal to 0.5 times the volume of the receiving cavity 12. Under the condition of using fewer disinfection particles 11, the force movement of the disinfection particles 11 makes the disinfectant release more fully, reducing the cost of setting the disinfection particles 11, and also meeting the concentration conditions of the disinfectant in the fluid.

[0064] In some embodiments, the main body is at least partially transparent and / or a light-emitting element is disposed within the cavity. By making the main body at least partially transparent, embodiments of the present invention facilitate quick observation of the movement of the main body through external light. The inclusion of a light-emitting element allows adaptation to scenarios with varying light intensities, thereby improving user comfort.

[0065] This invention also provides a garment processing device, such as... Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the garment processing equipment includes a fluid sterilization device and a water flow channel 3 according to any of the above embodiments. At least a portion of the fluid sterilization device is located within the water flow channel 3. It should be noted that the water flow channel 3 in the embodiments of the present invention includes, but is not limited to, the water inlet channel, the washing chamber, and other flow channels communicating with the washing chamber to allow liquid to enter the washing chamber. The sterilization device can be installed in any channel with fluid flow in the garment processing equipment, as long as the sterilization device can move relative to the water flow channel 3 under the action of the fluid and the outlet of the water flow channel 3 can communicate with the washing chamber. Wherein, when the fluid flows in the water flow channel 3, the fluid can pass through the main body 1 and impact the disinfection particles 11 in the receiving cavity 12, causing the disinfection particles 11 to release disinfectant substances. The fluid can also act on the surface of the branch 2, causing the branch 2 to drive the main body 1 to move under the action of the fluid, thereby driving the disinfection particles 11 in the receiving cavity 12 to move and rub, thus accelerating the release speed of disinfectant substances through water flow.

[0066] In some embodiments, the garment processing device further includes a light-emitting element, which may be disposed within the water flow channel. This facilitates observation of the operating status of the fluid sterilization device within the water flow channel, thereby improving user comfort and experience.

[0067] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A fluid sterilization device, characterized in that, include: The main body has a cavity for holding disinfectant granules. A branch section, connected to the main body, is used to drive the main body to move under the movement of fluid, so as to release the disinfectant substance in the disinfectant particles; The branch portion is a sheet-like structure, and the side with the largest area of ​​the sheet-like structure is used to receive fluid impact; the side with the largest area of ​​the sheet-like structure is an arc surface, and the angle between the extension direction of the sheet-like structure and the axial direction of the main body is less than or equal to 45 degrees. The main body includes end walls located at both ends of the axial direction and side walls connecting the end walls, and the end walls and the side walls form the receiving cavity; the branch portion is disposed on the outside of the side walls.

2. The fluid sterilization device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The branches are arranged at intervals in the circumferential direction of the main body, and are used to drive the main body to rotate under the movement of fluid.

3. The fluid sterilization device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ratio of the projected length of the sheet-like structure along the axial direction of the main body to the axial length of the main body is greater than 0.

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4. The fluid sterilization device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The distance from the end of the sheet-like structure away from the main body to the main body is less than or equal to 15 mm.

5. The fluid sterilization device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The edges of the sheet-like structure are smoothly set.

6. The fluid sterilization device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The branch is arranged circumferentially along the main body and is used to drive the main body to translate under the movement of fluid.

7. The fluid sterilization device according to claim 1, characterized in that, Multiple through-holes are provided in the sidewall and / or the endwall.

8. The fluid sterilization device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer surface of the end wall is either an arc surface protruding outward from the receiving cavity or a plane.

9. The fluid sterilization device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The disinfectant particles are provided in multiple quantities, and the total volume of the multiple disinfectant particles is less than or equal to 0.9 times the volume of the receiving cavity.

10. The fluid sterilization device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main body is at least partially transparent and / or a light-emitting element is disposed within the receiving cavity.

11. A household processing device, characterized in that, include: The fluid sterilization device according to any one of claims 1-10; A water flow channel, wherein at least a portion of the fluid sterilization device is located within the water flow channel.

12. The household processing device according to claim 11, characterized in that, The processing equipment also includes: The light-emitting element is disposed within the water flow channel.

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