Laundry management method, apparatus, device, system, and storage medium

Abstract

The application provides a laundry management method, device, equipment, system and storage medium, comprising: acquiring an image of laundry to be washed through an image recognition device in a space where a washing device is located; comparing the image of the laundry to be washed with a pre-stored image of laundry, and if the comparison result indicates that the laundry to be washed exists, acquiring laundry information of the laundry to be washed; and pushing a laundry washing program according to the laundry information of the laundry to be washed. The application realizes automatic acquisition of laundry information of laundry to be washed and pushing of a laundry washing program. The technical scheme of the application no longer requires manual selection of laundry to be washed, simplifies the operation process, improves laundry washing efficiency, and improves user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of smart home technology, specifically providing a method, apparatus, device, system, and storage medium for managing laundry. Background Technology

[0002] Washing machines and other laundry appliances are common household appliances that bring great convenience to people's lives. When using a washing machine to wash clothes, the main factors affecting the washing effect are washing time, washing temperature, mechanical force, and detergent. To achieve the best washing results, it is necessary to select the appropriate washing program based on the material, type, and color of the clothes being washed.

[0003] In related technologies, many wardrobes not only store clothes but also record various information about them, such as material, type, color, and storage time. Therefore, wardrobes can be used to quickly obtain information about clothes awaiting washing. Specifically, before washing, users can select the clothes to be washed using a mobile app. The wardrobe then sends this information to the washing machine, which automatically matches the washing program to the selected garment.

[0004] However, this method requires manual selection, the operation process is relatively cumbersome, and it reduces the efficiency of washing clothes. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In order to overcome the above-mentioned defects, the present invention is proposed to provide a method, apparatus, equipment, system and storage medium for managing clothes washing that solves or at least partially solves the technical problem of low efficiency in clothes washing.

[0006] In a first aspect, the present invention provides a method for managing the washing of clothes, comprising:

[0007] Images of the clothes to be washed are obtained through an image recognition device in the space where the washing unit is located;

[0008] The image of the clothes to be washed is compared with the pre-stored images of clothes to obtain the comparison results;

[0009] If the comparison result indicates that the garment to be washed exists, obtain the garment information of the garment to be washed;

[0010] Based on the clothing information of the clothes to be washed, a washing program is pushed out.

[0011] Furthermore, the aforementioned method for managing clothing washing also includes:

[0012] If the comparison result indicates that there are no clothes to be washed, obtain the current weather conditions;

[0013] Select at least one type of stored clothing image that matches the current weather conditions from the pre-stored clothing images as a similar image to the clothing to be washed;

[0014] Output the similar image;

[0015] In response to a selection operation of a target clothing image among the similar images, clothing information of the target clothing image is obtained;

[0016] Based on the clothing information in the target clothing image, a clothing washing program is pushed.

[0017] Furthermore, the aforementioned method for managing clothing washing also includes:

[0018] If the comparison result indicates that the garment to be washed does not exist, a storage prompt message is output.

[0019] Furthermore, the above-described method for managing laundry washing, before obtaining the clothing information of the clothes to be washed, further includes:

[0020] Output the stored clothing images that were successfully matched;

[0021] The system responds with confirmation feedback information regarding the stored clothing items.

[0022] Correspondingly, the clothing information of the clothes to be washed is obtained, including:

[0023] If the confirmation feedback information is correct, obtain the clothing information of the clothes to be washed.

[0024] Furthermore, in the above-described method for managing clothing washing, the pre-stored clothing images are stored in a smart wardrobe that is communicatively connected to the washing device.

[0025] Furthermore, in the above-described method for managing clothing washing, the clothing information of the clothes to be washed includes at least one of material, type, and color.

[0026] In a second aspect, the present invention provides a garment washing management device, comprising:

[0027] The first acquisition module is used to acquire images of the clothes to be washed through an image recognition device in the space where the washing device is located.

[0028] The comparison module is used to compare the image of the clothes to be washed with the pre-stored images of the clothes to obtain the comparison result;

[0029] The second acquisition module is used to acquire the clothing information of the clothing to be washed if the comparison result indicates that the clothing to be washed exists.

[0030] The push module is used to push the laundry program based on the clothing information of the clothes to be washed.

[0031] In a third aspect, a garment washing management device is provided, comprising a processor and a storage device adapted to store a plurality of program codes adapted to be loaded and run by the processor to perform the garment washing management method as described in any of the preceding claims.

[0032] In a fourth aspect, a clothing washing system is provided, including a wardrobe, an image recognition device, and a washing device;

[0033] The image recognition device is used to acquire an image of the clothes to be washed and send the image of the clothes to be washed to the wardrobe;

[0034] The wardrobe is used to compare the image of the clothes to be washed with the pre-stored images of clothes to obtain a comparison result; if the comparison result indicates that the clothes to be washed exist, the wardrobe obtains the clothing information of the clothes to be washed and sends the clothing information of the clothes to be washed to the washing device.

[0035] The washing device is used to push a washing program based on the clothing information of the clothes to be washed.

[0036] In a fifth aspect, a computer-readable storage medium is provided, wherein a plurality of program codes are stored therein, the program codes being adapted to be loaded and run by a processor to perform the laundry management method described in any of the above-described technical solutions.

[0037] The above-described technical solutions of the present invention have at least one or more of the following beneficial effects:

[0038] In the technical solution of this invention, an image of the clothes to be washed is acquired by an image recognition device in the space where the washing device is located; the image of the clothes to be washed is compared with pre-stored images of clothes; if the comparison result indicates that the clothes to be washed exist, the clothing information of the clothes to be washed is acquired, and a washing program is pushed according to the clothing information of the clothes to be washed, thus realizing the automatic acquisition of clothing information of the clothes to be washed and the push of the washing program. The technical solution of this invention eliminates the need for manual selection of clothes to be washed, simplifies the operation process, improves the washing efficiency of clothes, and enhances the user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0039] The disclosure of this invention will become more readily understood with reference to the accompanying drawings. It will be readily understood by those skilled in the art that these drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this invention. Furthermore, similar numbers in the drawings are used to denote similar components, wherein:

[0040] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the main steps of a clothing washing management method according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0041] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the main steps of a clothing washing management method according to another embodiment of the present invention;

[0042] Figure 3 This is a main structural block diagram of a clothing washing management device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0043] Some embodiments of the present invention will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Those skilled in the art should understand that these embodiments are merely illustrative of the technical principles of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0044] In the description of this invention, "module" and "processor" can include hardware, software, or a combination of both. A module can include hardware circuitry, various suitable sensors, communication ports, memory, and may also include software components, such as program code, or a combination of software and hardware. A processor can be a central processing unit, microprocessor, image processor, digital signal processor, or any other suitable processor. The processor has data and / or signal processing capabilities. The processor can be implemented in software, in hardware, or a combination of both. Non-transitory computer-readable storage media includes any suitable medium capable of storing program code, such as magnetic disks, hard disks, optical disks, flash memory, read-only memory, random access memory, etc. The term "A and / or B" means all possible combinations of A and B, such as only A, only B, or A and B. The terms "at least one A or B" or "at least one of A and B" have a similar meaning to "A and / or B" and can include only A, only B, or A and B. The singular terms "a" or "this" can also include plural forms.

[0045] See appendix Figure 1 , Figure 1 This is a schematic flowchart illustrating the main steps of a clothing washing management method according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 As shown, the clothing washing management method in this embodiment of the invention mainly includes the following steps 101-104.

[0046] Step 101: Obtain an image of the clothes to be washed using an image recognition device in the space where the washing device is located;

[0047] In a specific implementation, an image recognition device can be set up in the space where the washing device is located. Before washing clothes, the user can use the image recognition device to obtain an image of the clothes to be washed.

[0048] It should be noted that the image recognition device can be installed as part of the washing device or separately from the washing device; this embodiment does not impose any specific limitations.

[0049] Step 102: Compare the image of the clothes to be washed with the pre-stored images of the clothes to obtain the comparison results;

[0050] In a specific implementation, the image of the clothes to be washed can be compared with pre-stored images of clothes to obtain a comparison result. This comparison result can indicate whether the clothes to be washed exist or not.

[0051] In one specific implementation, the pre-stored clothing images can be stored, but are not limited to, in a smart wardrobe that is communicatively connected to the washing device. For example, they can also be stored in a public memory, or directly in the washing device.

[0052] In a specific implementation, clothes are usually neatly stored in a wardrobe, but are usually messy during washing. Therefore, for the same garment, the pre-stored images of the garment can include images of multiple states, which can improve the accuracy of the comparison results.

[0053] Step 103: If the comparison result indicates that the garment to be washed exists, obtain the garment information of the garment to be washed;

[0054] In one specific implementation, if the comparison result indicates the existence of the garment to be washed, the garment information can be directly obtained. The garment information includes at least one of the following: material, type, and color.

[0055] Step 104: Based on the clothing information of the clothes to be washed, push the clothing washing program.

[0056] In a specific implementation process, different clothing washing programs can be established for clothing information such as different materials, types, and colors, thereby constructing clothing information and clothing washing programs. In this way, after obtaining the clothing information of the clothes to be washed, the corresponding clothing washing program can be obtained and pushed so that the washing equipment can wash according to the clothing washing program, or the user can select the clothing washing program and the washing machine can then wash according to the clothing washing program.

[0057] The laundry management method of this embodiment acquires an image of the laundry to be washed using an image recognition device in the space where the washing device is located; compares the image of the laundry to be washed with pre-stored clothing images; if the comparison result indicates that the laundry to be washed exists, the clothing information of the laundry to be washed is obtained, and a laundry program is pushed according to the clothing information of the laundry to be washed, thus realizing the automatic acquisition of clothing information of the laundry to be washed and the push of the laundry program. The technical solution of this invention eliminates the need for manual selection of laundry to be washed, simplifies the operation process, improves laundry efficiency, and enhances the user experience.

[0058] In one specific implementation, before "obtaining the clothing information of the clothes to be washed" in step 103, the system can output the stored clothing corresponding to the successfully matched stored clothing image, and ask the user whether the stored clothing is the actual clothing to be washed. After the user provides feedback, the system can respond with confirmation feedback information for the stored clothing. Correspondingly, when executing step 103 "obtaining the clothing information of the clothes to be washed", the system needs to obtain the clothing information of the clothes to be washed only after the confirmation feedback information indicates that it is correct.

[0059] In a specific implementation process, the wardrobe space is limited and cannot store all clothes. Or, when newly purchased clothes are not stored, the wardrobe cannot record the relevant information of the new clothes. In this case, when comparing the image of the clothes to be washed with the pre-stored images of clothes, the comparison result is that the clothes to be washed do not exist. At this time, the washing program cannot be effectively pushed. Therefore, in order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention also provides the following technical solution.

[0060] Figure 2 This is a schematic flowchart of the main steps of a clothing washing management method according to another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 As shown, the clothing washing management method in this embodiment of the invention mainly includes the following steps.

[0061] Step 201: Obtain an image of the clothes to be washed using an image recognition device in the space where the washing device is located;

[0062] Step 202: Compare the image of the clothes to be washed with the pre-stored images of the clothes to obtain the comparison result;

[0063] Step 203: Detect whether the obtained comparison result indicates that the clothes to be washed exist. If yes, proceed to step 204; otherwise, proceed to step 206.

[0064] Step 204: Obtain the clothing information of the clothes to be washed;

[0065] Step 205: Based on the clothing information of the clothes to be washed, push the clothing washing program.

[0066] The implementation process of steps 201-205 above can refer to the implementation process of steps 101-104 in the above embodiment, and will not be repeated here.

[0067] Step 206: Obtain the current weather conditions;

[0068] In one specific implementation, if the comparison result indicates that the garment to be washed does not exist, it means that no image of the garment to be washed is stored. However, for users, the clothes they wear are mostly related to the current weather conditions. Therefore, when washing clothes, they mostly wash those that are suitable for the current weather conditions. Since the clothing information of garments suitable for the current weather conditions is generally similar, the current weather conditions can be obtained. Specifically, the current weather conditions can be obtained through sensors, weather forecasts, etc.

[0069] Step 207: Select at least one type of stored clothing image that matches the current weather conditions from the pre-stored clothing images as a similar image to the image of the clothing to be washed;

[0070] After obtaining the current weather conditions, at least one type of stored clothing image that matches the current weather conditions can be selected from the pre-stored clothing images as a similar image to the image of the clothing to be washed. For example, if the current weather conditions are winter and sunny, then stored clothing images such as down jackets and thermal underwear can be selected as similar images to the image of the clothing to be washed.

[0071] Step 208: Output the similar image;

[0072] Step 209: In response to the selection operation of the target clothing image in the similar images, obtain the clothing information of the target clothing image;

[0073] Users can select only one image from the output similar images as the target clothing image. In response to the selection operation of the target clothing image in the similar images, the clothing information of the target clothing image can be obtained.

[0074] Step 210: Based on the clothing information of the target clothing image, push the clothing washing program.

[0075] The laundry management method of this embodiment, when no matching laundry is found, outputs a similar image of the laundry by combining the weather conditions. After the user makes a selection, the laundry information can still be quickly obtained so that the corresponding laundry program can be pushed, thereby improving the laundry efficiency.

[0076] In one specific implementation, if the comparison result indicates that the garment to be washed does not exist, a storage prompt message can be output so that the user can store the image of the garment to be washed and input relevant garment information.

[0077] It should be noted that although the steps in the above embodiments are described in a specific order, those skilled in the art will understand that in order to achieve the effects of the present invention, different steps do not necessarily have to be executed in such an order. They can be executed simultaneously (in parallel) or in other orders, and these variations are all within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0078] Furthermore, the present invention also provides a management device for washing clothes.

[0079] See appendix Figure 3 , Figure 3 This is a main structural block diagram of a clothing washing management device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 As shown, the clothing washing management device of this embodiment may include a first acquisition module 31, a comparison module 32, a second acquisition module 33, and a push module 34.

[0080] The first acquisition module 31 is used to acquire an image of the clothes to be washed through an image recognition device in the space where the washing device is located;

[0081] The comparison module 32 is used to compare the image of the clothes to be washed with the pre-stored images of the clothes to obtain the comparison result;

[0082] The pre-stored clothing images can be stored, but are not limited to, in a smart wardrobe that is communicatively connected to the washing device.

[0083] The second acquisition module 33 is used to acquire the clothing information of the clothing to be washed if the comparison result indicates that the clothing to be washed exists; wherein the clothing information of the clothing to be washed includes at least one of material, type and color.

[0084] The push module 34 is used to push the laundry program based on the clothing information of the clothes to be washed.

[0085] The laundry management device of this embodiment acquires images of the clothes to be washed through an image recognition device in the space where the washing device is located; compares the image of the clothes to be washed with pre-stored clothing images; if the comparison result indicates that the clothes to be washed exist, the device acquires the clothing information of the clothes to be washed, and pushes the laundry program based on the clothing information, thus realizing the automatic acquisition of clothing information of the clothes to be washed and the push of the laundry program. The technical solution of this invention eliminates the need for manual selection of clothes to be washed, simplifies the operation process, improves laundry efficiency, and enhances the user experience.

[0086] In one specific implementation, the push module 34 is further configured to output the stored clothing corresponding to the successfully matched stored clothing image; and respond to confirmation feedback information for the stored clothing. Correspondingly, the second acquisition module 33 is further configured to acquire the clothing information of the clothing to be washed if the confirmation feedback information indicates correctness.

[0087] In one specific implementation, the push module 34 is further used for:

[0088] If the comparison result indicates that there are no clothes to be washed, obtain the current weather conditions;

[0089] Select at least one type of stored clothing image that matches the current weather conditions from the pre-stored clothing images as a similar image to the clothing to be washed;

[0090] Output the similar image;

[0091] In response to a selection operation of a target clothing image among the similar images, clothing information of the target clothing image is obtained;

[0092] Based on the clothing information in the target clothing image, a clothing washing program is pushed.

[0093] In one specific implementation, the push module 34 is also used to output a storage prompt message if the comparison result indicates that the clothes to be washed do not exist.

[0094] The above-described garment washing management device is an embodiment of the garment washing management method used to perform the above-described embodiments. The technical principles, the technical problems solved, and the technical effects produced by the two are similar. Those skilled in the art can clearly understand that, for the sake of convenience and brevity, the specific working process and related descriptions of the garment washing management device can be referred to the content described in the embodiments of the garment washing management method, and will not be repeated here.

[0095] The present invention also provides a clothing washing system, which may include a wardrobe, an image recognition device, and a washing device;

[0096] The image recognition device is used to acquire an image of the clothes to be washed and send the image of the clothes to be washed to the wardrobe;

[0097] The wardrobe is used to compare the image of the clothes to be washed with the pre-stored images of clothes to obtain a comparison result; if the comparison result indicates that the clothes to be washed exist, the wardrobe obtains the clothing information of the clothes to be washed and sends the clothing information of the clothes to be washed to the washing device.

[0098] The washing device is used to push a washing program based on the clothing information of the clothes to be washed.

[0099] Those skilled in the art will understand that all or part of the processes in the method of the above embodiment of the present invention can also be implemented by a computer program instructing related hardware. The computer program can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium, and when executed by a processor, it can implement the steps of the various method embodiments described above. The computer program includes computer program code, which can be in the form of source code, object code, executable file, or some intermediate form. The computer-readable storage medium can include any entity or device capable of carrying the computer program code, a medium, a USB flash drive, a portable hard drive, a magnetic disk, an optical disk, a computer memory, a read-only memory, a random access memory, an electrical carrier signal, a telecommunication signal, and a software distribution medium, etc. It should be noted that the content included in the computer-readable storage medium can be appropriately added or removed according to the requirements of legislation and patent practice in the jurisdiction. For example, in some jurisdictions, according to legislation and patent practice, the computer-readable storage medium does not include electrical carrier signals and telecommunication signals.

[0100] Furthermore, the present invention also provides a garment washing management device. In one embodiment of the garment washing management device according to the present invention, the garment washing management device may include a processor and a storage device. The storage device may be configured to store a program for executing the garment washing management method of the above-described method embodiments. The processor may be configured to execute the program in the storage device, which includes, but is not limited to, a program for executing the garment washing management method of the above-described method embodiments. For ease of explanation, only the parts related to the embodiments of the present invention are shown; for specific technical details not disclosed, please refer to the method section of the embodiments of the present invention. This garment washing management device may be a control device comprising various electronic devices.

[0101] Furthermore, the present invention also provides a computer-readable storage medium. In one embodiment of the computer-readable storage medium according to the present invention, the computer-readable storage medium can be configured to store a program for performing the laundry management method of the above-described method embodiments. This program can be loaded and run by a processor to implement the laundry management method described above. For ease of explanation, only the parts related to the embodiments of the present invention are shown; for specific technical details not disclosed, please refer to the method section of the embodiments of the present invention. The computer-readable storage medium can be a storage device comprising various electronic devices. Optionally, in the embodiments of the present invention, the computer-readable storage medium is a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium.

[0102] Furthermore, it should be understood that since the various modules are only provided to illustrate the functional units of the device of the present invention, the physical devices corresponding to these modules may be the processor itself, or a part of the processor's software, hardware, or a combination of software and hardware. Therefore, the number of modules shown in the figures is merely illustrative.

[0103] Those skilled in the art will understand that the various modules in the device can be adaptively split or combined. Such splitting or combining of specific modules will not cause the technical solution to deviate from the principles of the present invention; therefore, the technical solutions after splitting or combining will fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0104] The technical solution of the present invention has been described above with reference to the preferred embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. However, it will be readily understood by those skilled in the art that the scope of protection of the present invention is obviously not limited to these specific embodiments. Without departing from the principles of the present invention, those skilled in the art can make equivalent changes or substitutions to the relevant technical features, and the technical solutions after such changes or substitutions will all fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A method for managing laundry washing, characterized in that, include: Images of the clothes to be washed are obtained through an image recognition device in the space where the washing unit is located; The image of the clothes to be washed is compared with the pre-stored images of clothes to obtain the comparison results; If the comparison result indicates that the garment to be washed exists, obtain the garment information of the garment to be washed; Based on the clothing information of the clothes to be washed, a washing program is pushed out; If the comparison result indicates that there are no clothes to be washed, obtain the current weather conditions; Select at least one type of stored clothing image that matches the current weather conditions from the pre-stored clothing images as a similar image to the clothing to be washed; Output the similar image; In response to a selection operation of a target clothing image among the similar images, clothing information of the target clothing image is obtained; Based on the clothing information in the target clothing image, a clothing washing program is pushed.

2. The method for managing clothing washing according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: If the comparison result indicates that the garment to be washed does not exist, a storage prompt message is output.

3. The method for managing clothing washing according to claim 1, characterized in that, Before obtaining the clothing information of the clothes to be washed, the process also includes: Output the stored clothing images that were successfully matched; The system responds with confirmation feedback information regarding the stored clothing items. Correspondingly, the clothing information of the clothes to be washed is obtained, including: If the confirmation feedback information is correct, obtain the clothing information of the clothes to be washed.

4. The method for managing clothing washing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pre-stored images of clothing are stored in a smart wardrobe that is communicatively connected to the washing device.

5. The method for managing clothing washing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The clothing information for the clothes to be washed includes at least one of the following: material, type, and color.

6. A garment washing management device, characterized in that, include: The first acquisition module is used to acquire images of the clothes to be washed through an image recognition device in the space where the washing device is located. The comparison module is used to compare the image of the clothes to be washed with the pre-stored images of the clothes to obtain the comparison result; The second acquisition module is used to acquire the clothing information of the clothing to be washed if the comparison result indicates that the clothing to be washed exists. If the comparison result indicates that there are no clothes to be washed, obtain the current weather conditions; Select at least one type of stored clothing image that matches the current weather conditions from the pre-stored clothing images as a similar image to the clothing to be washed; Output the similar image; In response to a selection operation of a target clothing image among the similar images, clothing information of the target clothing image is obtained; The push module is used to push a laundry program based on the clothing information of the clothing to be washed if the comparison result indicates that there is clothing to be washed. If the comparison result indicates that the garment to be washed does not exist, a garment washing program is pushed based on the garment information of the target garment image.

7. A laundry washing management device, comprising a processor and a storage device, said storage device being adapted to store multiple program codes, characterized in that, The program code is adapted to be loaded and run by the processor to perform the management method for washing clothes according to any one of claims 1 to 5.

8. A laundry washing system, characterized in that, Includes wardrobes, image recognition devices, and washing equipment; The image recognition device is used to acquire an image of the clothes to be washed and send the image of the clothes to be washed to the wardrobe; The wardrobe is used to compare the image of the clothes to be washed with the pre-stored images of clothes to obtain a comparison result; if the comparison result indicates that the clothes to be washed exist, the wardrobe obtains the clothing information of the clothes to be washed and sends the clothing information of the clothes to be washed to the washing device. If the comparison result indicates that there are no clothes to be washed, obtain the current weather conditions; Select at least one type of stored clothing image that matches the current weather conditions from the pre-stored clothing images as a similar image to the clothing to be washed; Output the similar image; In response to a selection operation for a target clothing image among the similar images, clothing information of the target clothing image is obtained; and the clothing information of the target clothing image is sent to the washing device. The washing device is configured to, if the comparison result indicates that the garment to be washed exists, push a garment washing program based on the garment information of the garment to be washed; and if the comparison result indicates that the garment to be washed does not exist, push a garment washing program based on the garment information of the target garment image.

9. A computer-readable storage medium storing a plurality of program codes, characterized in that, The program code is adapted to be loaded and run by a processor to perform the management method for washing clothes according to any one of claims 1 to 5.

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