A washing machine washing mode switching control method, a washing machine and a storage medium

Abstract

This invention discloses a washing machine washing mode switching control method, a washing machine, and a storage medium. The method includes: the washing machine is pre-set with at least a clean washing mode and a scheduled washing mode, wherein the washing time of the scheduled washing mode is consistent with the time displayed on the touch screen, and the washing time of the scheduled washing mode is shorter than the washing time of the clean washing mode; after the washing machine is powered on, the user's washing mode is acquired; based on the user's washing mode, the washing program of the washing machine is determined; if the washing mode is confirmed to be the scheduled washing mode, the washing machine is controlled to execute the scheduled washing program. This invention, by adding a scheduled washing mode that reduces washing time, allows users to choose between a clean washing mode or a scheduled washing mode according to actual conditions. The scheduled washing mode improves washing efficiency, shortens washing time, and makes the washing time more accurate. Furthermore, the washing time of this mode is consistent with the displayed time, ensuring that users can wash clothes on time and improving the user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of washing machine technology, and in particular to a washing machine washing mode switching control method, a washing machine, and a storage medium. Background Technology

[0002] Users expect their clothes to be washed faster and better when using a washing machine. However, current front-loading washing machines often take much longer than the displayed washing time after the wash cycle is started. Excessive detection and protection mechanisms significantly extend the washing time, sometimes taking three to four hours to complete a wash cycle with drying function, resulting in a poor user experience.

[0003] Current washing machines still offer a fixed number of washing modes for users to choose from. Parameters such as washing time and conditions for determining cleanliness are also fixed. The displayed washing time does not match the actual washing completion time, and the time for users to retrieve their clothes is uncertain. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In order to overcome the shortcomings of existing technologies, such as excessively long washing times, poor user experience, and uncertain user clothes retrieval times, the present invention aims to provide a washing machine washing mode switching control method, a washing machine, and a storage medium.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this invention to solve its technical problem is: a washing machine washing mode switching control method, applied to a washing machine with a touch screen, wherein the touch screen is used to display the washing time and the user-selected washing mode, and the control method includes:

[0006] The washing machine is pre-set with at least a clean washing mode and a punctual washing mode. The washing time of the punctual washing mode is the same as the time displayed on the touch screen, and the washing time of the punctual washing mode is shorter than the washing time of the clean washing mode.

[0007] After the washing machine is powered on, it obtains the user's washing mode;

[0008] The washing program of the washing machine is determined based on the user's washing mode;

[0009] If the washing mode is confirmed to be the scheduled washing mode, control the washing machine to execute the scheduled washing program.

[0010] As a further improvement of the present invention, the on-time washing mode includes lowering the defoaming detection standard, lowering the dehydration judgment standard, and lowering the drying judgment standard.

[0011] As a further improvement of the present invention, the on-time washing mode also includes increasing the motor's start-stop ratio and increasing the power of the compressor and fan.

[0012] The reduction of defoaming detection standards, dehydration judgment standards, drying judgment standards, increasing motor start-stop ratio, and increasing compressor and fan power are all relative to the clean washing mode.

[0013] As a further improvement of the present invention: if the washing mode is confirmed to be the on-time washing mode, the method further includes: obtaining different washing process parameters set by the user on the touch screen, including parameters related to reducing the defoaming detection standard, reducing the dehydration judgment standard, and reducing the drying judgment standard.

[0014] As a further improvement of the present invention: after the washing machine is powered on, the user's washing mode is obtained including:

[0015] The washing machine's MCU microcontroller reads information from the memory chip.

[0016] The memory chip is used to remember the washing parameters at the moment the washing machine lost power. The washing parameters include the washing mode and settings selected by the user last time.

[0017] As a further improvement of the present invention: after the washing machine is powered on, obtaining the user's washing mode further includes: reading the washing mode previously selected by the user from the memory chip information, and then detecting whether the user selects to switch washing modes on the touch screen interface.

[0018] As a further improvement of the present invention: the step of confirming that the washing mode is the on-time washing mode includes:

[0019] Determine if the user's washing mode is set to on-time washing mode;

[0020] If the system detects that the user selects to switch to the clean washing mode on the touchscreen interface, it will control the washing machine to execute the clean washing program.

[0021] As a further improvement of the present invention: after executing the clean washing program or the on-time washing program, the system detects whether the washing machine has lost power. If a power loss is detected, the memory chip stores the current user settings parameters and washing mode, and the washing program ends. If no power loss is detected, the system retrieves the user's washing mode and determines the washing program of the washing machine based on the user's washing mode.

[0022] The present invention also provides a washing machine, including a washing mode switching control method described above.

[0023] The present invention also provides a computer storage medium storing a computer program that, when executed, enables the implementation of the washing mode switching control method for a washing machine as described above.

[0024] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0025] This invention introduces a punctual washing mode that reduces washing time. Users can choose between a clean washing mode or a punctual washing mode based on their actual needs. The punctual washing mode improves washing efficiency, shortens washing time, and makes the washing time more accurate. Furthermore, the washing time in this mode matches the displayed time, ensuring that users can wash clothes on time and enhancing the user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Figure 1 This is the overall flowchart of the mode switching control of the present invention.

[0027] Figure 2 This is a control logic diagram for the MCU and memory chip. Detailed Implementation

[0028] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this invention clearer, the technical solutions of this invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with specific embodiments and corresponding drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this invention, and not all of them. Based on the embodiments of this invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this invention.

[0029] It is important to note that Figure 1 and Figure 2 Flowcharts are used to illustrate the operations performed according to embodiments of this application. It should be understood that the preceding or following operations are not necessarily performed in exact order. Instead, various steps can be processed in reverse order or simultaneously. Furthermore, other operations may be added to these processes, or one or more steps may be removed from them.

[0030] In order to solve the technical problems in the prior art, the present invention will now be further described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments:

[0031] like Figures 1-2 As shown, this invention discloses a washing machine washing mode switching control method, applied to a washing machine with a touch screen, wherein the touch screen is used to display the washing time and the user-selected washing mode, and the control method includes:

[0032] The washing machine is pre-set with at least a clean washing mode and a punctual washing mode. The washing time of the punctual washing mode is the same as the time displayed on the touch screen, and the washing time of the punctual washing mode is shorter than the washing time of the clean washing mode.

[0033] After the washing machine is powered on, it obtains the user's washing mode;

[0034] The washing program of the washing machine is determined based on the user's washing mode;

[0035] If the washing mode is confirmed to be the scheduled washing mode, control the washing machine to execute the scheduled washing program.

[0036] Clean washing mode and on-time washing mode are the two main categories of washing machine modes. Specifically, the clean washing mode and on-time washing mode are further subdivided into various washing sub-modes, such as spin-drying sub-mode, standard washing sub-mode, quick washing sub-mode, home textile washing sub-mode, and textile washing sub-mode.

[0037] The "Clean Wash" mode is an existing washing mode that provides good washing performance, but the washing time increases depending on the actual washing results and is inaccurate. The "Timely Wash" mode, proposed in this invention, is a new washing mode where the actual washing time matches the displayed time, and the washing time is shorter, making it suitable for short washes.

[0038] For example, if a user is in a hurry to leave within 20 minutes and selects the "Clean" wash mode, the interface will show a 15-minute wash time, but the actual wash time may exceed 20 minutes or even longer. If the clothes aren't dried promptly after washing, they will develop an odor. In this case, selecting the "Timed Wash" mode is much better. This mode will wash the clothes within 15 minutes or even less, meeting the user's needs and improving the user experience.

[0039] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the on-time washing mode includes lowering the defoaming detection standard, lowering the dehydration judgment standard, and lowering the drying judgment standard.

[0040] If the washing mode is currently set to "On-Time Washing," then the "On-Time Washing" program will be executed. To make the "On-Time Washing" mode faster and more punctual, the following program parameters will be adjusted: the judgment conditions for defoaming detection, spin-drying determination, and tumble-drying determination will be relaxed. After the defoaming detection is relaxed, it is no longer necessary to have absolutely no bubbles before proceeding to the next washing cycle; a certain amount of bubbles is now allowed. The same relaxation applies to the spin-drying and tumble-drying determination programs; once certain parameter requirements are met, the next cycle can proceed.

[0041] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the on-time washing mode further includes increasing the motor's start-stop ratio and increasing the power of the compressor and fan.

[0042] In the on-time washing mode, increasing the motor start-stop ratio means increasing the ratio of the time the motor is running to the time it is stopped. This shortens the washing time when the drum stops and the running time is relatively longer, which can clean clothes faster and improve the washing efficiency of the washing machine. Increasing the power of the compressor and fan can make the heating and drying effects of the washing machine better, thereby reducing the heating and drying time and improving washing efficiency.

[0043] Among them, the reduction of defoaming detection standards, reduction of dehydration judgment standards, reduction of drying judgment standards, increase of motor start-stop ratio, and increase of compressor and fan power are relative to the clean washing mode.

[0044] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, if the washing mode is confirmed to be the on-time washing mode, the method further includes: obtaining different washing process parameters set by the user on the touch screen, including parameters related to lowering the defoaming detection standard, lowering the dehydration judgment standard, and lowering the drying judgment standard.

[0045] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, after the washing machine is powered on, obtaining the user's washing mode includes:

[0046] The washing machine's MCU microcontroller reads information from the memory chip.

[0047] The memory chip is used to remember the washing parameters at the moment the washing machine lost power. The washing parameters include the washing mode and settings selected by the user last time.

[0048] To remember the user's selected mode and other information, and to avoid the need for the user to switch modes every time, a memory chip is added to the circuit to store the user's selection. This memory chip can remember the information at the moment of power failure, such as sound on / off status, mode selection, and user settings in the settings interface.

[0049] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, after the washing machine is powered on, obtaining the user's washing mode further includes: reading the washing mode previously selected by the user from the memory chip information, and then detecting whether the user has selected to switch washing modes on the touch screen interface.

[0050] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the step of confirming that the washing mode is the on-time washing mode includes:

[0051] Determine if the user's washing mode is set to on-time washing mode;

[0052] If the system detects that the user selects to switch to the clean washing mode on the touchscreen interface, it will control the washing machine to execute the clean washing program.

[0053] The specific process is as follows: After power-on, the MCU reads the memory chip information, and the washing machine enters the settings and mode selected by the user when it was last turned off. In the non-running state, the washing machine checks whether a mode switch is needed, determining if the desired mode is the scheduled washing mode. When the user clicks on the "Clean Wash" or "Scheduled Wash" mode on the touchscreen interface to switch, a pop-up window will display the advantages and disadvantages of the washing effect. The user must click "Confirm" to successfully switch modes. If the user selects the "Clean Wash" mode, it corresponds to the existing washing mode, and the parameters remain unchanged.

[0054] The Clean Wash mode provides better washing results, but the washing time is relatively longer. Compared to the Clean Wash mode, the On-Time Wash mode has more lenient judgment criteria and does not repeatedly judge the degree of rinsing and defoaming, the degree of dehydration, and the degree of drying. The washing process is basically carried out in one wash cycle to shorten the washing time.

[0055] At the same time, allow a certain amount of buffer time, such as 2-15 minutes, depending on the different sub-modes in the on-time washing mode. If some processes, such as spin-drying, require more time, use the buffer time to make up for it; if some processes require less time, accumulate the remaining time and put it into the final shaking step to ensure the accuracy of the washing time.

[0056] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, after executing a clean washing program or a scheduled washing program, the system detects whether the washing machine has lost power. If a power loss is detected, the memory chip stores the current user settings and washing mode, and the washing program ends. If no power loss is detected, the system retrieves the user's washing mode and determines the washing program based on the user's washing mode.

[0057] After the washing program is completed, the washing machine will typically lift the user to take out the clothes and then check if the power is off. If the washing machine loses power, the memory chip will store the parameters, mode and other information currently set by the user. When the power is restored next time, the information will be read to complete the function of remembering the relevant parameters after the power failure.

[0058] Example 1

[0059] Based on the same inventive concept, this embodiment also provides a washing machine, including a washing machine washing mode switching control method described above.

[0060] Example 2

[0061] Based on the same inventive concept, this embodiment also provides a computer storage medium storing a computer program that, when executed, can implement the washing mode switching control method for a washing machine described above.

[0062] Computer-readable media includes both computer storage media and communication media, encompassing any medium that facilitates the transfer of a computer program from one location to another. Storage media can be any available medium accessible to a computer. By way of example, and not limitation, such computer-readable media may include RAM, ROM, EEPROM, CD-ROM or other optical disc storage, magnetic disk storage or other magnetic storage devices, or any other medium that can be used to carry or store desired program code in the form of instructions or data structures and is accessible to a computer. Any connection is also properly referred to as computer-readable media.

[0063] The main function of this invention is to provide a timely washing mode that reduces washing time. Users can choose between a clean washing mode or a timely washing mode according to their actual situation. The timely washing mode improves washing efficiency, shortens washing time, and makes the washing time more accurate. At the same time, the washing time of this mode is consistent with the displayed time, ensuring that users can wash clothes on time and improving the user experience.

[0064] The functions described herein can be implemented in hardware, software executed by a processor, firmware, or any combination thereof. If implemented in software executed by a processor, the functions can be stored as one or more instructions or codes on or transmitted via a computer-readable medium. Other examples and embodiments are within the scope and spirit of this invention and the appended claims. For example, due to the nature of software, the functions described above can be implemented using software executed by a processor, hardware, firmware, hardwired, or any combination thereof. Furthermore, the functional units can be integrated into a single processing unit, or each unit can exist physically separately, or two or more units can be integrated into a single unit.

[0065] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of the present invention, enabling those skilled in the art to understand or implement the invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the invention. Therefore, the present invention is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features claimed herein.

Claims

1. A method for controlling the switching of washing modes in a washing machine, characterized in that, An application to a washing machine equipped with a touchscreen, wherein the touchscreen is used to display the washing time and the user-selected washing mode, the control method includes: The washing machine is pre-set with at least a clean washing mode and a punctual washing mode. The washing time of the punctual washing mode is the same as the time displayed on the touch screen, and the washing time of the punctual washing mode is shorter than the washing time of the clean washing mode. After the washing machine is powered on, it obtains the user's washing mode; The washing program of the washing machine is determined based on the user's washing mode; If the washing mode is confirmed to be the on-time washing mode, the washing machine is controlled to execute the on-time washing program; the on-time washing mode includes lowering the defoaming detection standard, lowering the spin-drying judgment standard, and lowering the drying judgment standard.

2. The washing mode switching control method for a washing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The on-time washing mode also includes increasing the motor's start-stop ratio and increasing the power of the compressor and fan.

3. The washing mode switching control method for a washing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, If the washing mode is confirmed to be the on-time washing mode, the method further includes: obtaining different washing process parameters set by the user on the touch screen, including parameters related to lowering the defoaming detection standard, lowering the dehydration judgment standard, and lowering the drying judgment standard.

4. The washing mode switching control method for a washing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, After the washing machine is powered on, the user's washing mode is obtained, including: The washing machine's MCU microcontroller reads information from the memory chip. The memory chip is used to remember the washing parameters at the moment the washing machine lost power. The washing parameters include the washing mode and settings selected by the user last time.

5. A washing machine washing mode switching control method according to claim 4, characterized in that, After the washing machine is powered on, obtaining the user's washing mode also includes: After reading the last selected washing mode from the memory chip information, it detects whether the user has selected to switch washing modes on the touch screen interface.

6. The washing mode switching control method for a washing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The process of confirming that the washing mode is the on-time washing mode includes: Determine if the user's washing mode is set to on-time washing mode; If the system detects that the user selects to switch to the clean washing mode on the touchscreen interface, it will control the washing machine to execute the clean washing program.

7. A washing machine washing mode switching control method according to claim 6, characterized in that, After executing the clean washing program or the on-time washing program, the system checks if the washing machine has lost power. If a power loss is detected, the memory chip stores the current user settings and washing mode, and then ends the washing program. If no power failure is detected, the user's washing mode is retrieved again, and the washing program for the washing machine is determined based on the user's washing mode.

8. A washing machine, characterized in that, This includes a washing machine washing mode switching control method according to any one of claims 1 to 7.

9. A computer storage medium storing a computer program, characterized in that, When the computer program is executed, it can implement the washing mode switching control method for a washing machine as described in any one of claims 1 to 7.

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