Control panel, door assembly, and dishwasher

Abstract

This invention proposes a control panel, a door assembly, and a dishwasher. The control panel includes: a bracket; N mounting parts disposed on the bracket, with each of the N mounting parts corresponding to one of the N different target areas; and a control unit installed on one of the N mounting parts, facing the target area corresponding to that mounting part; where N is an integer greater than 1. By setting N mounting parts on the bracket, the control unit can select a corresponding mounting part from the N mounting parts corresponding to different areas and orientations for positioning and installation according to the control orientation requirements of the associated electrical equipment, giving the control panel strong compatibility and scalability. This further expands the application scenarios of the control panel, enhances its practicality, provides convenient conditions for the coordinated production of various products, and reduces production costs.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of cleaning appliance technology, and more specifically to a control panel, door assembly, and dishwasher. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, control panels used to position touch and display structures on electronic devices can only meet the positioning requirements of a single orientation, resulting in technical problems such as strong limitations and narrow applicability of the control panels.

[0003] Therefore, designing a control panel that can overcome the above-mentioned technical defects has become an urgent technical problem to be solved. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The present invention aims to at least solve the technical problems existing in the prior art.

[0005] Therefore, the first aspect of the present invention provides a control panel.

[0006] A second aspect of the present invention provides a door assembly.

[0007] A third aspect of the present invention provides a dishwasher.

[0008] In view of this, the present invention proposes a control panel, the control panel comprising: a bracket; N mounting parts disposed on the bracket, and the N mounting parts corresponding one-to-one with N different target areas; a control unit mounted on one of the N mounting parts and facing the target area corresponding to the one mounting part; wherein, N is an integer greater than 1.

[0009] The control panel defined in this application is used in electrical appliances such as dishwashers to obtain commands issued by the user and to display the operating status information of the electrical appliance to the user, so as to meet the human-computer interaction needs of the electrical appliance.

[0010] In control systems, the orientation of the touch and display areas significantly impacts the application scenarios of electrical appliances and also influences the user's posture and position. Currently, control systems can only fix the touch and display devices in a single location, resulting in a unique orientation and position for the touch and display areas. This makes the control system unsuitable for diverse application scenarios, leading to limitations, narrow applicability, and poor practicality.

[0011] For example, taking dishwashers as an example, dishwashers are divided into built-in dishwashers and cabinet dishwashers based on their installation method. Built-in dishwashers are generally installed inside cabinets and cooktops. After the dishwasher is pushed out of the cabinet or cooktop, the user's hands mostly need to be above the dishwasher to operate it. Therefore, the touch and display areas of built-in dishwashers need to be located at the top of the control panel. For cabinet dishwashers placed on the countertop, users mostly operate the dishwasher from the front. Therefore, the touch and display areas of cabinet dishwashers need to be located in front of the control panel. However, the control panels in related technologies cannot accommodate both types of dishwashers, so it is necessary to design separate control panels for built-in and cabinet dishwashers.

[0012] In this application, the control panel comprises a bracket, N mounting parts, and a control unit. Specifically, the bracket serves as the main frame structure of the control panel, used for positioning and supporting other structures on the control panel. The control unit receives user touch operations and provides feedback to the user on the operation of associated electrical devices. The orientation of the control unit corresponds to the orientation of the touch area and display area on the control panel. The N mounting parts are mounted on the bracket. These N mounting parts can be positioning structures directly formed on the bracket, or they can be positioning structures independent of but connected to the bracket; this technical solution does not impose a rigid limitation on this. Each of the N mounting parts is used to position and mount the control unit, and the N mounting parts are positioned at different locations on the bracket. Each mounting part corresponds to a target area. When the control unit is connected to a mounting part, the control unit faces the target area corresponding to that mounting part, allowing the user to observe and operate the control unit within that target area.

[0013] Therefore, by setting N mounting points on the bracket, the control unit can select a corresponding mounting point from the N mounting points in different areas and directions according to the control orientation requirements of the associated electrical equipment. This allows the control panel to accommodate various application scenarios and meet the structural requirements of different product categories, eliminating the need to configure different structural control panels for different application scenarios. This gives the control panel strong compatibility and scalability, thus solving the technical problems existing in related technologies. Ultimately, this broadens the application scenarios of the control panel, improves its practicality, provides convenient conditions for the coordinated production of various products, and reduces production costs.

[0014] In addition, the control panel of the above-described technical solution provided by the present invention may also have the following additional technical features:

[0015] In the above technical solution, the mounting part includes: a first mounting part; a second mounting part; wherein, when the control part is connected to the first mounting part, the control part faces the upper region of the bracket, and when the control part is connected to the second mounting part, the control part faces the front region of the bracket.

[0016] In this technical solution, the control panel has two mounting parts: a first mounting part and a second mounting part. The first mounting part is located on the top of the bracket, corresponding to the upper area of ​​the bracket, while the second mounting part is located on the front side of the bracket, corresponding to the front area of ​​the bracket. The control unit can be connected to either the first or second mounting part depending on the desired operating position. Specifically, when the control unit is connected to the first mounting part, it faces the upper area of ​​the bracket, allowing the user to operate and observe it from above the control panel. Conversely, when the control unit is connected to the second mounting part, it faces the front area of ​​the bracket, allowing the user to operate and observe it from in front of the control panel.

[0017] By setting a first mounting part and a second mounting part on the bracket, the control panel can have two selectable control modes: top control and front control, thereby expanding the application scenarios of the control panel and improving its practicality.

[0018] For example, when applying this control panel to a dishwasher, if the dishwasher is designed for built-in installation, the control unit is mounted on the first mounting part. This allows the user to conveniently operate the dishwasher from above when pulling it out of the cabinet or cooktop, without having to bend down to view and operate the control unit. Conversely, if the dishwasher is designed for cabinet installation, the control unit is mounted on the second mounting part. After placing the dishwasher on the countertop, the user can conveniently operate it directly in front of the dishwasher.

[0019] In any of the above technical solutions, the first mounting part is a mounting groove with the opening facing the upper region; when the control part is connected to the first mounting part, at least a portion of the control part is embedded in the mounting groove.

[0020] In this technical solution, the structure of the first mounting part is defined. Specifically, the first mounting part is a mounting groove, which is formed on the top of the bracket, and the opening of the mounting groove faces the upper region of the bracket. The shape of the mounting groove is adapted to the outer contour shape of the control part. When the control panel needs to select the top control scheme, at least part of the control part is embedded in the mounting groove so that the control part faces the upper region of the bracket.

[0021] By setting the first mounting part as a mounting groove, the mounting groove can be directly formed on the bracket, eliminating the need for separate machining and assembly of the first mounting part. Furthermore, embedding the control part into the mounting groove improves the structural compactness of the control panel, facilitating miniaturization and lightweight design. Additionally, embedding the control part reduces its obtrusiveness on the control panel, allowing it to be flush with the top surface of the bracket.

[0022] In any of the above technical solutions, the second mounting part includes a through hole; when the control part is connected to the second mounting part, the control part passes through the through hole.

[0023] In this technical solution, the structure of the second mounting part is defined. Specifically, the second mounting part is a through hole penetrating the bracket, with one end of the through hole connecting to the front area of ​​the bracket. The shape of the through hole matches the outer contour shape of the control part. When the control panel needs to select a front control scheme, the control part is inserted into the through hole to fix it to the bracket. The assembled control part faces the front area of ​​the bracket, allowing the user to operate the control panel from the front.

[0024] By making the second mounting part a through hole, the through hole can be directly formed on the bracket, eliminating the need for separate machining and assembly of the first mounting part. Furthermore, placing the control part through the through hole allows for efficient use of the space along the thickness of the control panel, facilitating lightweight and miniaturized design. Additionally, placing the control part through the through hole reduces its obtrusiveness on the control panel, allowing it to be flush with the front surface of the bracket.

[0025] In any of the above technical solutions, the bracket includes a hand latch groove, one sidewall of which faces the front area, and a through hole is located on the sidewall.

[0026] This technical solution builds upon the aforementioned solution, but with a defined location for the through-hole. Specifically, a recessed handle groove is provided on the front side of the bracket, allowing the user to grip the door and open / close it by pulling the handle groove. The through-hole is located within the handle groove, and the control unit is installed at the through-hole location, with a portion of the control unit passing through the through-hole and residing within the handle groove. During use, the user can insert their hand into the handle groove and operate the control unit by touch. By placing the control unit within the handle groove, external light is blocked, reducing the impact of ambient light on the user's observation and operation of the control unit. Furthermore, this structure makes efficient use of the space within the handle groove, achieving a concealed design for the control unit. This optimizes the bracket structure, improves the compactness of the control panel, and enhances the user experience.

[0027] In any of the above technical solutions, the control panel further includes: an outer cover, which is connected to the bracket and disposed opposite to the control unit, for covering the control unit.

[0028] In this technical solution, the control panel is further provided with an outer cover, which is positioned opposite to the control unit and connected to the bracket, for covering the control unit from the outside. Specifically, when the control unit is connected to the first mounting part, the control unit is embedded in the mounting groove, and the outer cover is positioned at the opening of the mounting groove to close the opening and cover the control unit inside the mounting groove. Correspondingly, when the control unit is connected to the second mounting part, the display control board is inserted into the through hole from the back side of the bracket, and the control unit is connected to the back side of the bracket. The outer cover is installed at the handle groove from the front side of the bracket and connected to the bracket, so as to cover the control unit while closing the through hole. By providing the outer cover, the first mounting part, the second mounting part, and the control unit can be covered. On the one hand, this facilitates the improvement of the flatness and integrity of the outer surface of the control panel; on the other hand, it prevents liquids and impurities from entering the space where the control unit is located, thereby reducing the failure rate of the control unit and extending its service life.

[0029] In any of the above technical solutions, the control unit includes an operating area; the outer cover includes buttons connected to the operating area, and / or the outer cover is provided with an indicator for indicating the position of the operating area.

[0030] In this technical solution, the control unit is equipped with an operation area for receiving user input to meet human-computer interaction needs. Furthermore, the outer cover can have buttons connected to the touch area. When a user presses a button, the trigger action is transmitted to the control unit, allowing the user to issue corresponding function adjustment commands. Alternatively, the outer cover can have an indicator, which can be an icon, texture, or clearance hole. By providing an indicator, the user can quickly locate the operation area and issue function adjustment commands via touch.

[0031] Meanwhile, the outer cover is also provided with a light-transmitting area, which is positioned opposite to the display area on the control unit, so that users can observe the working information displayed on the control unit through the outer cover.

[0032] In any of the above technical solutions, the control panel further includes a seal, disposed between the outer cover and the bracket, and surrounding the control part, for sealing the bracket and the outer cover.

[0033] In this technical solution, the control panel also includes a seal. Specifically, the seal is disposed between the outer cover and the bracket, and the sealing ring surrounds the control unit. The seal is used to seal the gap between the outer cover and the bracket to prevent liquid or impurities from entering the area where the control unit is located through the gap between the outer cover and the bracket. Specifically, when the control unit is connected to the first mounting part, the control unit is embedded in the mounting groove and faces the top area of ​​the bracket. By providing the seal, liquid splashed on the diaphragm during operation can be prevented from flowing into the mounting groove through the gap between the diaphragm and the bracket, thus protecting the control unit in the control solution and ensuring that the control unit can work stably for a long time. When the control unit is connected to the second mounting part, the sealing ring disposed between the diaphragm and the bracket can prevent dust from entering the through hole from the outside of the control panel, thereby also achieving the technical effect of protecting the control unit and extending its service life.

[0034] In any of the above technical solutions, the control unit includes: a main body connected to the first mounting part or the second mounting part; and a trigger element disposed on the main body.

[0035] This technical solution defines the structure of the control unit. Specifically, the control unit includes a main body and a trigger element. The main body serves as the frame structure of the control unit, used for positioning and supporting structures such as the trigger element. The trigger element is mounted on the main body, and after the control unit is installed, the trigger element faces upwards or forwards. When the user applies a touch or other operation to the trigger element, the trigger element deforms to generate a corresponding control command. The trigger element can be a spring, a button, or other structures; this application does not impose strict limitations on this, as long as it meets the touch control requirements.

[0036] In any of the above technical solutions, the control unit further includes a display screen, which is mounted on the main body.

[0037] In this technical solution, the control unit also includes a display screen, which is mounted on the main body. After the control unit is assembled on the bracket, the display screen faces either a first direction or a second direction. During operation, the display screen can show the user the working information of the products associated with the control panel, thereby providing convenient conditions for the user to monitor the working status of the associated products.

[0038] In any of the above technical solutions, the bracket, the first mounting part, and the second mounting part are an integral structure.

[0039] In this technical solution, the bracket, the first mounting part, and the second mounting part are integrally molded into a single structure. Taking the first mounting part as a mounting groove and the second mounting part as a through hole as an example, a bracket including the mounting groove and the through hole can be formed in a single injection molding process. By making the bracket, the first mounting part, and the second mounting part into an integral structure, the manufacturing process can be simplified and production costs reduced, while the structural strength can be improved and the service life of the bracket, the first mounting part, and the second mounting part can be extended.

[0040] A second aspect of the present invention provides a door assembly, which includes: a control panel as described in any of the above technical solutions; a door body; and a bracket connected to the door body.

[0041] This technical solution defines a door assembly that includes the control panel described in any of the above-mentioned technical solutions. Therefore, this door assembly possesses the advantages of the control panel in any of the above-mentioned technical solutions and can achieve the technical effects that the control panel in any of the above-mentioned technical solutions can achieve. To avoid repetition, further details are omitted here.

[0042] Building upon this, the door assembly also includes the door body, which serves as the main frame structure of the door assembly, used to position and support other structures on the door assembly. Specifically, the control panel is embedded in the door body, located in the top area of ​​the door body. The upper surface of the control panel constitutes part of the upper surface of the door assembly. When the top control option is selected, the user can control the control section and observe the information displayed on the control section from above the door assembly. Correspondingly, the front surface of the control panel constitutes part of the front surface of the door assembly. When the front control option is selected, the user can control the control section and observe the information displayed on the control section from the front of the door assembly, thereby improving the user experience.

[0043] In any of the above technical solutions, a mounting groove is provided on the top surface of the door, and the bracket is embedded in the mounting groove.

[0044] In this technical solution, a recessed mounting groove is provided on the top surface of the door. The shape of the mounting groove matches the outer contour of the control panel, allowing the control panel to be embedded in the mounting groove. By providing the mounting groove and embedding the control panel within it, the control panel can be concealed, reducing its obtrusiveness. Furthermore, the mounting groove at the top of the door provides operating space for the front and top control structures of the control panel while meeting positioning requirements, preventing door components from interfering with the implementation of the top and front control schemes.

[0045] In any of the above technical solutions, the door assembly further includes: a handle, which is provided on the door and / or the bracket.

[0046] In this technical solution, a handle is also provided on the door assembly, either on the door itself or on a bracket. During operation, the user can open the door assembly by pulling the handle. The handle provides a point of leverage for the user, making it easier to open the door assembly and improving the user experience.

[0047] When the handle is located on the control panel, it is positioned in the hand buckle slot, allowing the user to pull the handle by inserting their hand into the slot.

[0048] A third aspect of the present invention provides a dishwasher, comprising: a door assembly as described in any of the above technical solutions; a body having a washing chamber, the door assembly being disposed on the body to open and close the washing chamber.

[0049] This technical solution defines a dishwasher that includes the door assembly described in any of the above-mentioned technical solutions. Therefore, this dishwasher possesses the advantages of the door assembly described in any of the above-mentioned technical solutions and can achieve the technical effects that the door assembly described in any of the above-mentioned technical solutions can achieve. To avoid repetition, further details are omitted here.

[0050] In addition to the above, the dishwasher also includes a main body. A washing chamber is formed within the main body, where dishes and utensils to be washed are placed for cleaning. A door is closable at the opening of the washing chamber, allowing the door to be opened or closed. Specifically, the user can open the door by pulling the handle to easily place or remove dishes and utensils, and correspondingly, the user can push the door to close it at the opening of the washing chamber to prevent liquid leakage during the washing process.

[0051] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will become apparent in the following description or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0052] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0053] Figure 1 This diagram illustrates one of the structural schematics of a control panel provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0054] Figure 2 This is a second schematic diagram of the structure of a control panel provided in one embodiment of the present invention.

[0055] in, Figure 1 and Figure 2 The correspondence between the reference numerals and component names in the attached drawings is as follows:

[0056] 100 Control panel, 110 Bracket, 112 Hand latch slot, 120 Mounting part, 122 First mounting part, 124 Second mounting part, 130 Control part, 132 Main body, 134 Trigger, 136 Display screen, 140 Outer cover. Detailed Implementation

[0057] To better understand the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of the present invention, the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.

[0058] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the invention. However, the invention may also be practiced in other ways different from those described herein, and therefore the scope of protection of the invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0059] The following reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 This describes a control panel, door assembly, and dishwasher provided according to some embodiments of the present invention.

[0060] Example 1:

[0061] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, a first aspect embodiment of this application provides a control panel 100, which includes: a bracket 110; N mounting portions 120 disposed on the bracket 110, and the N mounting portions 120 correspond one-to-one with N different target areas; and a control unit 130 mounted on one of the N mounting portions 120 and facing the target area corresponding to the one mounting portion 120; wherein, N is an integer greater than 1.

[0062] The control panel 100 defined in this application is used in electrical appliances such as dishwashers to obtain commands issued by the user and to display the operating status information of the electrical appliance to the user, so as to meet the human-computer interaction needs of the electrical appliance.

[0063] In the control panel 100, the orientation of the touch area and display area affects the application scenarios of the electrical equipment, as well as the user's operating posture and position. In related technologies, the control panel 100 can only fix the touch device and display device in a single position, resulting in a unique orientation and position for the touch area and display area. This makes the control panel 100 unable to meet various application scenarios, leading to technical problems such as strong limitations, narrow applicability, and poor practicality.

[0064] For example, taking dishwashers as an example, dishwashers are divided into built-in dishwashers and cabinet dishwashers based on their installation method. Built-in dishwashers are generally installed inside cabinets and cooktops. After the dishwasher is pushed out of the cabinets and cooktops, users mostly need to operate it from above. Therefore, the touch and display areas of built-in dishwashers need to be located at the top of the control panel 100. For cabinet dishwashers placed on the countertop, users mostly operate them from the front. Therefore, the touch and display areas of cabinet dishwashers need to be located at the front of the control panel 100. However, the control panel 100 in related technologies cannot accommodate both types of dishwashers, necessitating the design of separate dedicated control panels 100 for built-in and cabinet dishwashers.

[0065] In the embodiments defined in this application, the control panel 100 includes a bracket 110, N mounting portions 120, and a control portion 130. Specifically, the bracket 110 is the main frame structure of the control panel 100, used for positioning and supporting other structures on the control panel 100. The control portion 130 is used to receive user touch operations and also to provide feedback to the user on the operation information of associated electrical devices. The orientation of the control portion 130 is the orientation of the touch area and display area on the control panel 100. The N mounting portions 120 are disposed on the bracket 110. Specifically, the N mounting portions 120 can be positioning structures directly formed on the bracket 110, or they can be positioning structures independent of but connected to the bracket 110. This embodiment does not impose a rigid limitation on this. Among them, N mounting parts 120 are used to position and install the control part 130, and the N mounting parts 120 are set at different positions on the bracket 110. Each mounting part 120 corresponds to a target area. When the control part 130 is connected to the mounting part 120, the control part 130 faces the target area corresponding to the mounting part 120, so that the user can observe and operate the control part 130 in the target area.

[0066] Therefore, by setting N mounting parts 120 on the bracket 110, the control unit 130 can select a corresponding mounting part 120 from the N mounting parts 120 corresponding to different areas and positions for positioning and installation according to the control orientation requirements of the associated electrical equipment. This allows the control panel 100 to accommodate multiple different application scenarios and meet the structural requirements of various product categories, eliminating the need to configure control panels 100 with different structural forms for different application scenarios. This gives the control panel 100 strong compatibility and scalability, thereby solving the technical problems existing in related technologies. Ultimately, this achieves the technical effect of broadening the application scenarios of the control panel 100, improving its practicality, providing convenient conditions for the coordinated production of various types of products, and reducing production costs.

[0067] Example 2:

[0068] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in the second aspect embodiment of this application, the mounting part 120 includes: a first mounting part 122; a second mounting part 124; wherein, when the control part 130 is connected to the first mounting part 122, the control part 130 faces the upper region of the bracket 110, and when the control part 130 is connected to the second mounting part 124, the control part 130 faces the front region of the bracket 110.

[0069] In this embodiment, the control panel 100 is provided with two mounting portions 120: a first mounting portion 122 and a second mounting portion 124. The first mounting portion 122 is located on the top of the bracket 110, corresponding to the upper region of the bracket 110. The second mounting portion 124 is located on the front side of the bracket 110, corresponding to the front region of the bracket 110. The control unit 130 can be connected to either the first mounting portion 122 or the second mounting portion 124 depending on the desired operating position. Specifically, when the control unit 130 is connected to the first mounting portion 122, the control unit 130 faces the upper region of the bracket 110, allowing the user to operate and observe the control unit 130 from above the control panel 100. Correspondingly, when the control unit 130 is connected to the second mounting portion 124, the control unit 130 faces the front region of the bracket 110, allowing the user to operate and observe the control unit 130 from in front of the control panel 100.

[0070] By providing a first mounting part 122 and a second mounting part 124 on the bracket 110, the control panel 100 has two selectable control modes: top control and front control, thereby expanding the application scenarios of the control panel 100 and improving its practicality.

[0071] For example, when the control panel 100 is applied to a dishwasher, if the dishwasher is designed for built-in installation, the control unit 130 is installed on the first mounting part 122. When the user pulls the dishwasher out of the cabinet or stovetop, they can conveniently operate it from above, without having to bend down to view and operate the control unit 130. Conversely, if the dishwasher is designed for cabinet installation, the control unit 130 is installed on the second mounting part 124. After placing the dishwasher on the countertop, the user can conveniently operate it directly in front of the dishwasher.

[0072] Example 3:

[0073] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown in the third aspect embodiment of this application, the first mounting part 122 is a mounting groove with the opening of the mounting groove facing the upper region; when the control part 130 is connected to the first mounting part 122, at least a portion of the control part 130 is embedded in the mounting groove.

[0074] In this embodiment, the structure of the first mounting portion 122 is defined. Specifically, the first mounting portion 122 is a mounting groove, which is formed on the top of the bracket 110, and the opening of the mounting groove faces the upper region of the bracket 110. The shape of the mounting groove is adapted to the outer contour shape of the control portion 130. When the control panel 100 needs to select the top control scheme, at least a portion of the control portion 130 is embedded in the mounting groove so that the control portion 130 faces the upper region of the bracket 110.

[0075] By setting the first mounting part 122 as a mounting groove, the mounting groove can be directly formed on the bracket 110, eliminating the need for separate machining and assembly of the first mounting part 122. Furthermore, embedding the control part 130 into the mounting groove improves the structural compactness of the control panel 100, facilitating miniaturization and lightweight design. Additionally, embedding the control part 130 reduces its obtrusiveness on the control panel 100, allowing it to be flush with the top surface of the bracket 110.

[0076] In any of the above embodiments, the second mounting part 124 is a through hole, with one end of the through hole facing the front area; when the control part 130 is connected to the second mounting part 124, the control part 130 passes through the through hole.

[0077] In this embodiment, the structure of the second mounting portion 124 is defined. Specifically, the second mounting portion 124 is a through hole penetrating the bracket 110, with one end of the through hole communicating with the front region of the bracket 110. The shape of the through hole is adapted to the outer contour shape of the control portion 130. When the control panel 100 needs to select a front control scheme, the control portion 130 is inserted into the through hole to fix the control portion 130 to the bracket 110. The assembled control portion 130 faces the front region of the bracket 110, so that the user can operate the control panel 100 from the front of the control panel 100.

[0078] By making the second mounting portion 124 a through hole, the through hole can be directly formed on the bracket 110, eliminating the need for separate machining and assembly of the first mounting portion 122. Furthermore, by placing the control portion 130 through the through hole, the space in the thickness direction of the control panel 100 can be utilized efficiently, facilitating lightweight and miniaturized design of the control panel 100. Moreover, placing the control portion 130 through the through hole reduces its obtrusiveness on the control panel 100, allowing it to be flush with the front surface of the bracket 110.

[0079] In any of the above embodiments, the bracket 110 includes a hand buckle groove 112, one sidewall of which faces the front region, and a through hole is located on the sidewall.

[0080] In this embodiment, following the previous embodiment, the position of the through hole is defined. Specifically, a recessed handle groove 112 is provided on the front side of the bracket 110, which can be gripped by the user's hand. During use, the user can pull the handle groove 112 to open and close the door. Based on this, the through hole is located within the handle groove 112. After the control unit 130 is installed at the through hole position, part of the control unit 130 passes through the through hole and is located within the handle groove 112. During use, the user can insert their hand into the handle groove 112 and operate the control unit 130 by touching it. By arranging the control unit 130 within the handle groove 112, on the one hand, the handle groove 112 can block external light, thereby reducing the impact of ambient light on the user's observation and operation of the control unit 130. On the other hand, this structure makes reasonable use of the space within the handle groove 112, achieving a hidden design for the control unit 130. This optimizes the structure of the bracket 110, improves the compactness of the control panel 100, and enhances the user experience.

[0081] Example 4:

[0082] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown in the fourth aspect embodiment of this application, the control panel 100 further includes: an outer cover 140, which is connected to the bracket 110 and disposed opposite to the control unit 130, for covering the control unit 130.

[0083] In this embodiment, the control panel 100 is further provided with an outer cover 140, which is disposed opposite to the control unit 130 and connected to the bracket 110, for covering the control unit 130 from the outside. Specifically, when the control unit 130 is connected to the first mounting part 122, the control unit 130 is embedded in the mounting groove, and the outer cover 140 is disposed at the opening of the mounting groove to close the opening of the mounting groove and cover the control unit 130 inside the mounting groove. Correspondingly, when the control unit 130 is connected to the second mounting part 124, the display control board is inserted into the through hole from the back side of the bracket 110, and the control unit 130 is connected to the back side of the bracket 110. The outer cover 140 is installed at the handle groove 112 from the front side of the bracket 110 and is connected to the bracket 110 to cover the control unit 130 while closing the through hole. By providing an outer cover 140, the first mounting part 122, the second mounting part 124, and the control part 130 can be covered. On the one hand, this facilitates the improvement of the flatness and integrity of the outer surface of the control panel 100. On the other hand, it can prevent liquids and impurities from entering the space where the control part 130 is arranged, thereby reducing the failure rate of the control part 130 and extending its service life.

[0084] In any of the above technical solutions, the control unit 130 includes an operating area; the outer cover 140 includes buttons connected to the operating area, and / or the outer cover 140 is provided with an indicator for indicating the position of the operating area.

[0085] In this technical solution, the control unit 130 is provided with an operation area for receiving user operations to meet human-computer interaction needs. Based on this, the outer cover 140 may be provided with buttons connected to the touch area. When the user triggers a button, the trigger action is transmitted to the control unit 130, allowing the user to issue corresponding function adjustment commands. Alternatively, the outer cover 140 may be provided with an indicator, which can be an icon, texture, or clearance hole. By providing an indicator on the outer cover 140, the user can quickly locate the operation area based on the indicator, facilitating the user to issue function adjustment commands via touch.

[0086] Meanwhile, the outer cover 140 is also provided with a light-transmitting area, which is positioned opposite to the display area on the control unit 130, so that the user can observe the working information displayed on the control unit 130 through the outer cover 140.

[0087] In any of the above embodiments, the control panel 100 further includes a seal disposed between the outer cover 140 and the bracket 110 and surrounding the control portion 130, for sealing the bracket 110 and the outer cover 140.

[0088] In this embodiment, the control panel 100 also includes a seal. Specifically, the seal is disposed between the outer cover 140 and the bracket 110, and a sealing ring surrounds the control unit 130. The seal is used to seal the gap between the outer cover 140 and the bracket 110 to prevent liquid or impurities from entering the area where the control unit 130 is located through the gap between the outer cover 140 and the bracket 110. Specifically, when the control unit 130 is connected to the first mounting part 122, the control unit 130 is embedded in the mounting groove and faces the top area of ​​the bracket 110. By providing the seal, liquid splashed on the diaphragm during operation can be prevented from flowing into the mounting groove through the gap between the diaphragm and the bracket 110, thereby protecting the control unit 130 in the monitoring scheme and ensuring that the control unit 130 can work stably for a long time. When the control unit 130 is connected to the second mounting unit 124, the sealing ring provided between the diaphragm and the bracket 110 can prevent dust from entering the through hole from the outside of the control panel 100, thereby also achieving the technical effect of protecting the control unit 130 and extending the service life of the control unit 130.

[0089] Example 5:

[0090] like Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown in the fifth aspect embodiment of this application, the control unit 130 includes: a main body 132 connected to a first mounting part 122 or a second mounting part 124; and a trigger 134 disposed on the main body 132.

[0091] In this embodiment, the structure of the control unit 130 is defined. Specifically, the control unit 130 includes a main body 132 and a trigger 134. The main body 132 serves as the frame structure of the control unit 130, used for positioning and supporting structures such as the trigger 134. The trigger 134 is disposed on the main body 132, and after the control unit 130 is installed, the trigger 134 faces upward or forward. When the user applies a touch or other operation to the trigger, the trigger deforms to generate a corresponding control command. The trigger 134 can be a spring, a button, or other structures; this application does not impose strict limitations on this, as long as it meets the touch control requirements.

[0092] In any of the above embodiments, the control unit 130 further includes a display screen 136 disposed on the main body 132.

[0093] In this embodiment, the control unit 130 also includes a display screen 136, which is mounted on the main body 132. After the control unit 130 is assembled on the bracket 110, the display screen 136 faces either a first direction or a second direction. During operation, the display screen 136 can display the working information of the products associated with the control panel 100 to the user, thereby providing convenient conditions for the user to control the working status of the associated products.

[0094] Example 6:

[0095] In the sixth aspect embodiment of this application, the bracket 110, the first mounting part 122 and the second mounting part 124 are an integral structure.

[0096] In this embodiment, the bracket 110, the first mounting part 122, and the second mounting part 124 are integrally formed into a single structure. Taking the first mounting part 122 as a mounting groove and the second mounting part 124 as a through hole as an example, the bracket 110, which includes the mounting groove and the through hole, can be formed in a single injection molding process. By making the bracket 110, the first mounting part 122, and the second mounting part 124 into an integral structure, the manufacturing process can be simplified and the production cost reduced, while the structural strength can be improved and the service life of the bracket 110, the first mounting part 122, and the second mounting part 124 can be extended.

[0097] Example 7:

[0098] A seventh aspect of this application provides a door assembly, which includes: a control panel 100 as in any of the above embodiments; a door body; and a bracket 110 connected to the door body.

[0099] This embodiment defines a door assembly that includes the control panel 100 of any of the above embodiments. Therefore, this door assembly possesses the advantages of the control panel 100 in any of the above embodiments and can achieve the technical effects that the control panel 100 in any of the above embodiments can achieve. To avoid repetition, further details are omitted here.

[0100] Based on this, the door assembly also includes a door body, which serves as the main frame structure of the door assembly and is used to position and support other structures on the door assembly. Specifically, the control panel 100 is embedded in the door body, located in the top area of ​​the door body. The upper surface of the control panel 100 constitutes part of the upper surface of the door assembly. When the control panel 100 selects the top control scheme, the user can control the control unit 130 and observe the information displayed on the control unit 130 from above the door assembly. Correspondingly, the front surface of the control panel 100 constitutes part of the front surface of the door assembly. When the control panel 100 selects the front control scheme, the user can control the control unit 130 and observe the information displayed on the control unit 130 from the front of the door assembly, thereby improving the user experience.

[0101] Example 8:

[0102] In the eighth aspect embodiment of this application, a mounting groove is provided on the top surface of the door, and the bracket 110 is embedded in the mounting groove.

[0103] In this embodiment, a recessed mounting groove is provided on the top surface of the door body. The shape of the mounting groove is adapted to the outer contour shape of the control panel 100, and the control panel 100 can be embedded in the mounting groove. By providing a mounting groove and embedding the control panel 100 into it, the control panel 100 can be concealed, reducing its obtrusiveness. On the other hand, the mounting groove on the top of the door body can provide operating space for the front control structure and top control structure of the control panel 100 while meeting positioning requirements, thus preventing the door components from interfering with the implementation of the top control scheme and the front control scheme.

[0104] Example 9:

[0105] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown in the ninth aspect embodiment of this application, the door assembly further includes a handle, disposed on the door and / or bracket 110.

[0106] In this embodiment, a handle is also provided on the door assembly, either on the door itself or on the bracket 110. During operation, the user can open the door assembly by pulling the handle. The handle provides a point of leverage for the user, making it easier to open the door assembly and improving the user experience.

[0107] When the handle is set on the control panel 100, the handle is located in the hand buckle groove 112, and the user can pull the handle after putting his hand into the hand buckle groove 112.

[0108] Example 10:

[0109] A tenth aspect of this application provides a dishwasher, which includes: a door assembly as in any of the above embodiments; a body having a washing chamber, and the door assembly being disposed on the body to open and close the washing chamber.

[0110] This embodiment defines a dishwasher that includes the door assembly of any of the above embodiments. Therefore, the dishwasher possesses the advantages of the door assembly of any of the above embodiments and can achieve the technical effects that the door assembly of any of the above embodiments can achieve.

[0111] Dishwashers are categorized into built-in dishwashers and countertop dishwashers based on their installation method. Built-in dishwashers are typically installed inside cabinets or cooktops. After the dishwasher is pushed out of the cabinet or cooktop, users usually need to operate it from above, so the touch control and display areas of a built-in dishwasher must be located at the top of the control panel 100. For countertop dishwashers, users mostly operate them from the front, so the touch control and display areas of a countertop dishwasher must be located at the front of the control panel 100. However, existing control panels 100 cannot accommodate both types of dishwashers, necessitating the design of dedicated control panels 100 for both built-in and countertop models.

[0112] In the embodiments defined in this application, the control panel 100 includes a bracket 110, N mounting portions 120, and a control portion 130. Specifically, the bracket 110 is the main frame structure of the control panel 100, used for positioning and supporting other structures on the control panel 100. The control portion 130 is used to receive user touch operations and also to provide feedback to the user on the operation information of associated electrical devices. The orientation of the control portion 130 is the orientation of the touch area and display area on the control panel 100. The N mounting portions 120 are disposed on the bracket 110. Specifically, the N mounting portions 120 can be positioning structures directly formed on the bracket 110, or they can be positioning structures independent of but connected to the bracket 110. This embodiment does not impose a rigid limitation on this. Among them, N mounting parts 120 are used to position and install the control part 130, and the N mounting parts 120 are set at different positions on the bracket 110. Each mounting part 120 corresponds to a target area. When the control part 130 is connected to the mounting part 120, the control part 130 faces the target area corresponding to the mounting part 120, so that the user can observe and operate the control part 130 in the target area.

[0113] Therefore, by setting N mounting parts 120 on the bracket 110, the control unit 130 can select a corresponding mounting part 120 from the N mounting parts 120 corresponding to different areas and positions for positioning and installation according to the control orientation requirements of the associated electrical equipment. This allows the control panel 100 to accommodate multiple different application scenarios and meet the structural requirements of various product categories, eliminating the need to configure control panels 100 with different structural forms for different application scenarios. This gives the control panel 100 strong compatibility and scalability, thereby solving the technical problems existing in related technologies. Ultimately, this achieves the technical effect of broadening the application scenarios of the control panel 100, improving its practicality, providing convenient conditions for the coordinated production of various types of products, and reducing production costs.

[0114] In addition to the above, the dishwasher also includes a main body. A washing chamber is formed within the main body, where dishes and utensils to be washed are placed for cleaning. A door is closable at the opening of the washing chamber, allowing the door to be opened or closed. Specifically, the user can open the door by pulling the handle to easily place or remove dishes and utensils, and correspondingly, the user can push the door to close it at the opening of the washing chamber to prevent liquid leakage during the washing process.

[0115] In this invention, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance; the term "multiple" refers to two or more unless otherwise explicitly defined. The terms "install," "connect," "link," and "fix" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connect" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; "link" can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0116] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "front," "rear," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or unit referred to must have a specific orientation or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this invention.

[0117] In the description of this specification, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "specific embodiment," etc., refer to a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example, which is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0118] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the invention. Various modifications and variations can be made to the present invention by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A control panel, characterized in that, include: support; N mounting parts are provided on the bracket, and each of the N mounting parts corresponds to one of the N different target areas; A control unit is installed in one of the N mounting units and faces the target area corresponding to the one mounting unit. Where N is an integer greater than 1; The mounting unit includes: The first mounting part is disposed on the top of the bracket; The second mounting part is disposed on the front side of the bracket; When the control unit is connected to the first mounting part, the control unit faces the upper region of the bracket; when the control unit is connected to the second mounting part, the control unit faces the front region of the bracket.

2. The control panel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first mounting part is a mounting groove, and the opening of the mounting groove faces the upper region; When the control unit is connected to the first mounting unit, at least a portion of the control unit is embedded in the mounting slot.

3. The control panel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second mounting portion includes a through hole; When the control unit is connected to the second mounting unit, the control unit passes through the through hole.

4. The control panel according to claim 3, characterized in that, The bracket includes a hand buckle groove, one sidewall of which faces the front region, and the through hole is located on the sidewall.

5. The control panel according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: An outer cover is connected to the bracket and disposed opposite to the control unit, for covering the control unit.

6. The control panel according to claim 5, characterized in that, The control unit includes an operating area; The outer cover includes a button, the button being connected to the operating area, and / or The outer cover is provided with an indicator section, which is used to indicate the position of the operating area.

7. The control panel according to claim 5, characterized in that, Also includes: A sealing element is disposed between the outer cover and the bracket, and surrounds the control portion, for sealing the bracket and the outer cover.

8. The control panel according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The control unit includes: The main body is connected to either the first mounting part or the second mounting part; A trigger element is provided on the main body.

9. The control panel according to claim 8, characterized in that, The control unit also includes: A display screen is mounted on the main body.

10. The control panel according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The bracket, the first mounting part, and the second mounting part are an integral structure.

11. A door assembly, characterized in that, include: Control panel as described in any one of claims 1 to 10; The door body, and the bracket is connected to the door body.

12. The door assembly according to claim 11, characterized in that, The top surface of the door is provided with a mounting groove, and the bracket is embedded in the mounting groove.

13. The door assembly according to claim 11, characterized in that, Also includes: Handles are provided on the door and / or the bracket.

14. A dishwasher, characterized in that, include: The door assembly as described in any one of claims 11 to 13; The main body has a washing chamber, and the door assembly is disposed on the main body to open and close the washing chamber.

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