Clothes drying machine with hidden drying rod and method for hiding drying rod

Abstract

This invention discloses a clothes drying rack with concealable drying rods and a method for concealing the drying rods, including a main unit and two height-adjustable drying rods; the main unit includes a fixed panel, a fixed base plate, and movable base plates located on both sides of the fixed base plate. The movable base plates are equipped with a drive device for raising and lowering the drying rods. The fixed panel is located directly below the fixed base plate. A main motor is mounted on the fixed base plate. Under the action of the drive device, when the two drying rods rise to the upper side of the fixed panel and are located below the movable base plates, the main motor moves the movable base plates horizontally inward, causing the drying rods to follow the movable base plates and move horizontally inward until they are concealed behind the fixed panel; the main motor then moves the movable base plates horizontally outward, causing the drying rods to follow the movable base plates and move horizontally outward beyond the rear of the fixed panel. Further, the drying rods are lowered by the drive device to below the fixed panel, thus allowing the drying rods to be better concealed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to an electric clothes drying rack, and more particularly to a clothes drying rack with a concealed drying rod, wherein when the drying rod is raised, it can be moved and hidden to the rear side of the main unit panel to achieve the purpose of being invisible. Background Technology

[0002] The electric clothes drying rack includes a main unit installed on the ceiling and a height-adjustable drying rod; the main unit is equipped with a drive device, and a steel wire rope led out from the drive device is connected to the drying rod; the height of the drying rod is achieved by raising and lowering the steel wire rope; in order to maintain the balance of the drying rod during the raising and lowering process, folding frames are set on both sides of the main unit and the drying rod.

[0003] The CN210529310U clothes drying rack and clothes dryer allow you to lower the drying rack when clothes need to be dried, and raise it to the underside of the main unit when not in use. This type of drying rack is exposed.

[0004] Furthermore, in order to hide the drying rod, a groove is provided on the lower surface of the main unit to store the drying rod, as disclosed in CN209779260.

[0005] Built-in clothes drying racks, also known as concealed clothes drying racks, such as CN217378323U, are clothes drying racks that are completely embedded in the ceiling, so they do not take up indoor space when stored.

[0006] There is also a type of clothes drying rack where the drying rod can be raised to the side of the main unit, which can also achieve a certain degree of concealment.

[0007] All of the aforementioned concealed clothes drying racks, whether the drying rod is embedded in the main unit or the main unit is embedded in the ceiling, still have a visible structure; they are not truly invisible. Summary of the Invention

[0008] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a clothes drying rack with a hidden drying rod, which hides the drying rod by moving it horizontally to the inside of the main unit panel after the drying rod is raised and along with the side bottom plate on which the drive device is installed.

[0009] The core technical concept of this invention lies in enabling the clothes drying rack to move flexibly in both vertical and horizontal directions through the coordinated control of the main motor and the drive device. This allows for the raising, lowering, and concealing of the clothes drying rack, thereby optimizing space utilization and improving ease of use. Furthermore, the invention provides methods for concealing the drying rack and raising / lowering it.

[0010] The technical solution adopted by the present invention to solve the above-mentioned technical problems is as follows:

[0011] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of the present invention are: the clothes drying rack with concealed drying rods includes a main unit and two adjustable drying rods; the main unit includes a large screen lighting fixture, a fixed base plate and movable base plates located on both sides of the fixed base plate, with the large screen lighting fixture located directly below the fixed base plate; a motor on the fixed base plate drives the movable base plate to move horizontally relative to the fixed base plate, moving away from or closer to it.

[0012] When the drive unit is activated, the two drying rods are first raised to the top of the large screen lighting fixture and located below the movable base plate. Then, the main motor moves the movable base plate horizontally inward, causing the drying rods to follow the movable base plate and move horizontally inward until they are hidden behind the large screen lighting fixture. When it is necessary to unfold the drying rods, the main motor moves the movable base plate horizontally outward, causing the drying rods to follow the movable base plate and move horizontally outward from behind the large screen lighting fixture. Further, the drying rods are lowered by the drive unit to below the large screen lighting fixture.

[0013] The aforementioned technology allows the clothes drying rod to be raised, lowered, and moved horizontally. When not in use, the rod can be concealed behind the large-screen lighting fixture, effectively saving space and making the entire clothes drying rack more compact. This concealed design also helps maintain a tidy appearance when not in use, contributing to the aesthetics of the room.

[0014] Furthermore, the two height-adjustable drying rods can be adjusted in height as needed, providing greater flexibility to accommodate different sizes and types of clothing. Meanwhile, the combination of the drive unit and main motor in this invention allows for automatic lifting and horizontal movement of the drying rods, making operation easy for users and reducing the tedium of manual operation.

[0015] The drive unit raises and lowers the drying rack, ensuring its height can be flexibly adjusted vertically. Simultaneously, the main motor moves the movable base plate horizontally, causing the drying rack to move inwards or outwards, enabling it to be hidden or unfolded. Through the coordinated action of the main motor and drive unit, and based on the movable base plate, the drying rack can move flexibly in both longitudinal and lateral dimensions, achieving perfect storage and concealment, as well as flexible and stable unfolding.

[0016] In addition, a sliding rail and slider system may be provided on the movable base plate to ensure smooth sliding relative to the fixed base plate. The large-screen lighting fixture preferably features a lampshade integrated with LED lights to provide illumination, making the clothes drying rack more practical and multifunctional in use. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and preferred embodiments. However, those skilled in the art will understand that these drawings are drawn only for the purpose of explaining the preferred embodiments and therefore should not be construed as limiting the scope of the invention. Furthermore, unless specifically indicated, the drawings are only schematic representations of the composition or structure of the described objects and may contain exaggerated depictions, and the drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale.

[0018] Figure 1 Diagram of a clothes drying rack with concealed drying rod in its unfolded state;

[0019] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the internal workings of the main unit with the drying rack concealed;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the main unit's exterior with the drying rack concealed.

[0021] Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the assembly of the movable base plate and the drive unit Figure 1 ;

[0022] Figure 5 Schematic diagram of the assembly of the movable base plate and the drive unit Figure 2 ;

[0023] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the gear and rack mechanism and the main motor.

[0024] Figure 7 This is a partial assembly diagram of the movable base plate and the fixed base plate;

[0025] Figure 8 A schematic diagram showing the assembly of the movable base plate and the fixed base plate via a slide rail assembly.

[0026] Figure 9 Side view of the movable base plate and fixed base plate assembled via slide rail assembly;

[0027] Figure 10 For the present invention Figure 10 Enlarged view of the local structure at point A;

[0028] Figure 11 A schematic diagram of the assembly structure of a large-screen lighting fixture and its mounting base;

[0029] Figure 12 This is a structural diagram of the clothes drying rack with the main unit fully retracted. Detailed Implementation

[0030] Preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that these descriptions are merely descriptive and exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the scope of the invention.

[0031] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product of this invention is in use. They are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element 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. Similarly, terms such as "first" and "second" are only for the purpose of facilitating understanding and have no other directional meaning, and should not be regarded as limitations on this invention.

[0032] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, a clothes drying rack 100 with concealable drying rods includes a main unit 10 and two adjustable drying rods 20. More specifically, the main unit 10 includes a large-screen lighting fixture g, a fixed base plate 12, and movable base plates 13 located on both sides of the fixed base plate 12. Each movable base plate 13 is equipped with a drive device 30 that can drive the drying rods 20 to rise and fall. The large-screen lighting fixture g is located directly below the fixed base plate 12.

[0033] The movable base plate 13 is positioned close to the fixed base plate 12 to ensure a more coordinated and orderly fit. Furthermore, after the drying rod 20 rises vertically and is retracted under the movable base plate 13, the movable base plate 13 moves laterally inward under the action of the main motor 40 and the gear and rack mechanism 50, thus achieving the lateral retraction of the drying rod 20. The coordinated action of the drive device 30 and the main motor 40 allows the raising, lowering, and horizontal movement of the drying rod 20 to be completed automatically, reducing the cumbersome nature of manual operation. Users can easily unfold and retract the drying rod 20 using simple control methods, improving ease of use.

[0034] Preferably, the large-screen lighting fixture g is positioned directly below the fixed base plate 12. When not in use, the large-screen lighting fixture g can cover the bottom area of ​​the main unit 10. When used for lighting, its large size allows for a larger lighting area and better illumination. Furthermore, the diameter of the large-screen lighting fixture g is approximately the same as the opening at the bottom of the main unit 10, making the overall appearance of the main unit 10 more aesthetically pleasing and neat after being covered.

[0035] Furthermore, the placement of the large-screen lighting fixture g is not only for aesthetic purposes but also incorporates a degree of bottom enclosure design. This not only enhances the overall neatness of the appearance but also provides some protection, preventing dust or other debris from entering the bottom area of ​​the main unit, thereby extending the lifespan of the clothes dryer and making the storage of the drying rod 20 more discreet.

[0036] The large-screen lighting fixture g is connected to the fixed base plate 12 via a vertical connecting device. The specific connection method is explained below.

[0037] The drive unit 30 includes a wire rope retraction device d, which releases two wire ropes connected to both ends of the drying rod 20. The wire rope retraction device d drives the drying rod 20 to rise or fall, moving it closer to or further away from the movable base plate 13. When the drying rod 20 is close to the movable base plate 13, the main motor 40 can drive the movable base plate 13 to move laterally inward for further retraction; when it is necessary to unfold the drying rod 20, the main motor 40 is first started to unfold the movable base plate 13 outward so that the drying rod 20 can move laterally outward, which then facilitates the wire rope retraction device d to drive the drying rod 20 to descend further.

[0038] Specifically, a main motor 40 is installed on the fixed base plate 12 to drive the movable base plates 13 on both sides to move horizontally relative to the fixed base plate 12 in a synchronous direction of moving away from or towards the fixed base plate 12. The movable base plates 13 on both sides are brought together and unfolded synchronously by the same main motor 40, with consistent movements, so that the unfolding and folding of the two drying racks 20 are also carried out in a unified manner. This improves the stability and reliability of the overall system.

[0039] Under the action of the drive device 30, when the two drying rods 20 rise to the upper side of the large screen lighting fixture g and are located under the movable base plate 13, the main motor 40 drives the movable base plate 13 to move inward horizontally, so that the drying rods 20 follow the movable base plate to move inward horizontally until they are hidden behind the large screen lighting fixture g.

[0040] The main motor 40 drives the movable base plate 13 to move outward horizontally, so that the drying rod 20 moves outward horizontally with the movable base plate 13 to the back side of the large screen lighting fixture g. Furthermore, the drying rod 20 can be lowered by the driving device to below the large screen lighting fixture g.

[0041] The drive unit 30 enables the two drying rods 20 to rise or fall (move closer to or away from the movable base plate). Then, the main motor 40 controls the horizontal movement of the movable base plate 13, thereby driving the drying rods 20 to move horizontally inward and to a limited position. This automated operation enhances the intelligence of the clothes drying rack. It integrates the raising and lowering of the drying rods 20 with horizontal movement, improving the flexibility of the clothes drying rack.

[0042] The drying rod 20 can be moved horizontally inwards until it is hidden behind the large screen lighting fixture g, effectively saving space. When the clothes drying rack is not in use, it makes the entire system look neater and improves the efficiency of space utilization.

[0043] More specifically, the main motor 40 drives the movable base plates 13 on both sides via a gear and rack mechanism 50. For example... Figure 6As shown, the gear and rack mechanism 50 includes a gear 53 connected to the motor output shaft, a first rack 51 and a second rack 52 corresponding to their respective movable side plates; the gear 53 meshes with the first rack 51 and the second rack 52 located on its two sides respectively.

[0044] The design of the gear and rack mechanism 50 ensures that the output of the main motor 40 is synchronously transmitted to the movable base plates 13 on both sides through the gear 53. The first rack 51 and the second rack 52 mesh with the gear 53 respectively, ensuring the smooth and synchronous movement of the movable base plates 13 on both sides, and improving the coordination and stability of the system.

[0045] Through the gear and rack mechanism 50, the main motor 40 can precisely control the horizontal movement of the movable base plate 13, allowing the drying rod 20 to be accurately unfolded and retracted in the horizontal direction. This improves the controllability of the clothes drying rack and ensures the precision of operation.

[0046] The starting of the main motor 40 enables the gear and rack mechanism 50 to transmit power to the movable base plates 13 on both sides, thereby realizing the lifting and lowering movement of the drying rod 20. That is, the mechanical transmission method adopted by the gear and rack mechanism 50 is relatively simple and durable, reducing the vulnerable parts of the system and improving the service life of the entire clothes drying rack.

[0047] Since gear 53 meshes with the first rack 51 and the second rack 52 respectively, it ensures the synchronous movement of the movable base plates 13 on both sides. This synchronization ensures that the unfolding and retracting of the two drying rods 20 can be carried out in a coordinated manner, improving the stability of the entire system.

[0048] By utilizing this gear and rack mechanism 50, the clothes drying rack can achieve stable, controllable, and synchronous movement during lifting and horizontal movement, making it more convenient for users to use and control the clothes drying rack, while ensuring the long-term stable operation of the system.

[0049] The main motor 40 is mounted on the fixed base plate 12 via the arched bracket e. The first rack 51, the gear 53, and the second rack 52 are all located in the inner cavity of the arched bracket e. The movable base plate 13 is provided with a slot that avoids the arched bracket e.

[0050] The width of the movable base plate 13 is half the width of the fixed base plate 12. When the movable base plate 13 moves inward, the two movable base plates 13 move closer together, and the dimensions of the two closed movable base plates 13 are basically the same as those of the fixed base plate 12. This allows the two movable base plates 13 to move closer together when the clothes dryer is not in use or needs to be stored, and the final closed state dimensions are basically the same as those of the fixed base plate 12. This effectively reduces the space occupied by the clothes dryer, making it convenient for users to hide it in a smaller area after use, thus better meeting the needs of living environments with limited space.

[0051] When the movable base 13 unfolds outward, the two movable bases 13 separate, providing a more spacious unfolded state. This allows users to unfold the clothes dryer as needed to accommodate more or larger-sized garments, increasing the product's flexibility and applicability.

[0052] like Figure 2 As shown, a first driving device 31 is provided on the first movable base plate 13a, and the first driving device 31 raises and lowers the first drying rod 21; a second driving device 32 is provided on the second movable base plate 13b, and the second driving device 32 raises and lowers the second drying rod 22; the position of the first driving device 31 on the first movable base plate 13a and the position of the second driving device 32 on the second movable base plate 13b are offset.

[0053] The first and second movable base plates use a slide rail assembly when they mate with the fixed base plate 12. Specifically, as shown... Figures 7 to 10 As shown, the fixed base plate 12 is provided with multiple slide rails h1, and the movable base plate 13 is provided with multiple sliders h2 that cooperate with the slide rails h1, so that the movable base plate 13b can slide relative to the fixed base plate 12.

[0054] The slide rail h1 extends along the width of the fixed base plate 12. Movable grooves are provided on both sides of the slide rail h1. Multiple sliders h2 are spaced apart at the bottom of the movable base plate 13. An opening is provided in the middle of each slider h2 for the slide rail h1 to be inserted. Insertion strips that mate with the movable grooves are provided on the walls on both sides of the opening. The slide rail h1 and slider h2 fit tightly together and are made of low-friction, wear-resistant material.

[0055] Using the slide rail assembly, the movable base plate 13b can slide smoothly relative to the fixed base plate 12. This helps ensure the stability of the clothes drying rack during lifting and horizontal movement, avoids operational difficulties caused by poor or obstructed movement, and improves the product's lifespan.

[0056] Furthermore, the design of the slide rail h1 and slider h2 helps ensure accurate alignment of the movable base plate 13b during lifting and horizontal movement. This contributes to the stability and reliability of the clothes dryer, preventing deviation or instability during operation and improving product safety.

[0057] like Figure 11 As shown, the end of the large-screen lighting fixture g is connected to the end of the fixed base plate 12 via a hanging plate 17. This connection method avoids occupying space for additional lighting equipment, making the overall structure of the clothes drying rack more compact, making full use of vertical space, and helping to improve the utilization efficiency of indoor space. The installation and removal of the large-screen lighting fixture g becomes more convenient through the connection of the hanging plate 17. Users can easily replace, maintain, and clean the fixture, improving the maintainability of the product and reducing inconvenience during use.

[0058] The fixed base plate 12 has metal rod seats at both ends, and a hanging plate 17 is provided at the outer end of the metal rod seats. The hanging plate 17 is bent, with two-dimensional bends in both the horizontal and vertical directions. This is to ensure that the hanging plate 17 can be close to the end of the large-screen lighting fixture g in the horizontal direction, while also leaving sufficient space in the vertical height to match the thickness of the large-screen lighting fixture g. This makes the fixing of the hanging plate 17 to the large-screen lighting fixture g more stable. Preferably, the hanging plate 17 includes first and second horizontal sections and a vertical section connecting the first and second horizontal sections, wherein the outer second horizontal section is fixedly connected to the end of the large-screen lighting fixture g by fasteners. Using the horizontal section for fixing provides a better fixing effect.

[0059] Furthermore, more preferably, such as Figure 12 As shown, the two ends of the fixed base plate 12 are provided with end caps p to make the overall appearance of the host 10 neater, more beautiful and more coordinated.

[0060] Furthermore, it should be noted that the large-screen lighting fixture g, as a light source, can provide a more uniform and brighter lighting effect. Compared to traditional lighting equipment, the large-screen lighting fixture g may have a larger illumination range and higher brightness, providing a more sufficient light source around the clothes drying rack and improving the brightness and comfort of the user environment.

[0061] It should be further noted that the movable base plate 13, which drives the moving rod 20, is parallel to and vertically adjacent to the fixed base plate 12. Preferably, a side plate c1 extending vertically is provided on the outer side of the movable base plate 13. The height of the side plate c1 is adapted to the internal space height of the main unit to shield and protect the internal structure. This effectively shields and protects the internal equipment of the main unit, reduces the ingress of dust or other impurities, and improves the stability and durability of the main unit.

[0062] Furthermore, the height of side panel C1 is adapted to the internal space height of the main unit, ensuring its shielding and protection effects and enhancing its adaptability. This design allows the clothes dryer to accommodate main units of different sizes and types, improving the product's versatility.

[0063] like Figure 4 and Figure 5As shown, the wire rope led out by the wire rope winding device d descends vertically after passing through the pulley r; the pulley r is fixed at an angle to the movable base plate 13 near the side plate c1; the wire rope parallel to the movable base plate 13 leading from the wire rope winding device d to the pulley r is inclined. The wire rope winding device d is located on the inner side of the movable base plate 13 so that the load-bearing position of the entire movable base plate 13 is close to the inner side (i.e., located at the center of the entire main unit, which is more stable); the pulley r is close to the outer side of the movable base plate 13 so that the wire rope can hang straight down to connect to the drying rod 20, thereby effectively and quickly controlling the raising and lowering of the drying rod 20, avoiding the wire rope wiring path being too tortuous and affecting the raising and lowering control of the drying rod 20.

[0064] In addition, the steel wire rope pulley r is fixed to the outer part of the movable base plate 13 in an inclined manner so that the movable base plate 13 can move outward a shorter distance in the same amount of time, so that the drying rod 20 can be in a state where it can be lowered freely.

[0065] Preferably, the outer edge of the side plate c1 extends laterally inward to form a transverse segment t3. Both ends of the drying rod 20 are equipped with retainers for connecting the wire rope. The retainers are annular retaining rings t, and inclined limiting ribs t1 extend from both sides of the bottom wall of the annular retaining ring t. The inclined limiting ribs t1 and the transverse segment t3 form a limiting effect, limiting the maximum lifting distance of the drying rod 20. This intelligent limiting design makes the lifting process of the drying rod more controllable, preventing possible excessive lifting distances and improving the safety and stability of the clothes drying machine.

[0066] Moreover, the introduction of the inclined limiting rib t1 allows for more precise control of the drying rod 20 during lifting and lowering, increasing the service life and stability of the clothes drying machine.

[0067] The process of concealing and raising / lowering the drying rod 20 is as follows:

[0068] When the drying rod 20 is in the hidden storage state, (1) start the main motor 40 to make the movable base plate 13 move laterally outward until the drying rod 20 extends laterally beyond the outer edge of the large screen lighting fixture g; (2) start the drive device 30 to make the wire rope release device d release the wire rope and the drying rod 20 descend to the preset height.

[0069] When the drying rod 20 is in the unfolded state, (1) start the drive device 30 so that the wire rope winding device d winds the wire rope and the drying rod 20 rises to the upper side of the large screen lighting fixture g and is located on the lower side of the movable base plate 13; (2) start the main motor 40 so that the movable base plate 13 moves laterally inward until the drying rod 20 is completely retracted into the outer edge of the large screen lighting fixture g.

[0070] It should be noted that when the drying rod 20 is in the unfolded state, in step (2), the side of the drying rod 20 is blocked by the side plate of the movable base plate 13, and the bottom surface of the drying rod 20 is blocked by the large screen lighting fixture g.

[0071] In summary, the advantages of the present invention are that the concealed clothes drying rack 100 includes a main unit 10 and two height-adjustable drying racks 20. The main unit 10 includes a large-screen lighting fixture g, a fixed base plate 12, and movable base plates 13 disposed on both sides of the fixed base plate 12. The large-screen lighting fixture g is located directly below the fixed base plate 12. A motor on the fixed base plate 12 drives the movable base plates 13 to move horizontally relative to the fixed base plate 12, moving away from or closer to it.

[0072] Under the action of the drive device 30, the two drying rods 20 can first rise to the upper side of the large screen lighting fixture g and be located under the movable base plate 13. Then, the main motor 40 moves the movable base plate 13 horizontally inward, so that the drying rods 20 follow the movable base plate 13 and move horizontally inward until they are hidden behind the large screen lighting fixture g. When it is necessary to unfold the drying rods, the main motor 40 moves the movable base plate 13 horizontally outward, so that the drying rods 20 follow the movable base plate 13 and move horizontally outward from behind the large screen lighting fixture g. Furthermore, the drying rods 20 are lowered by the drive device 30 to below the large screen lighting fixture g.

[0073] With the aforementioned technical means, the drying rod 20 can be raised, lowered, and moved horizontally. When not in use, the drying rod 20 can be hidden behind the large-screen lighting fixture g, effectively saving space and making the entire clothes drying rack more compact. Through this concealed technology, the clothes drying rack looks neater when not in use, helping to maintain the aesthetics of the room.

Claims

1. A clothes drying rack with a concealable drying rod, characterized in that: Main unit and two adjustable drying racks; The main unit includes a large screen lighting fixture, a fixed base plate, and movable base plates located on both sides of the fixed base plate. Each movable base plate is equipped with a drive device that can drive the drying rack to rise and fall. The large screen lighting fixture is located directly below the fixed base plate. The large screen lighting fixture is connected to the fixed base plate via a vertical connecting device; The driving device includes a wire rope winding and unwinding device, which releases two wire ropes that are connected to both ends of the drying rod. The fixed base plate is equipped with a main motor, which drives the movable base plates on both sides to move horizontally in a synchronous direction away from or towards the fixed base plate; the outer side of the movable base plate is equipped with a side plate extending vertically, the height of which is adapted to the internal space height of the host. Under the action of the drive device, when the two drying rods rise to the upper side of the large screen lighting fixture and are located under the movable base plate, the main motor drives the movable base plate to move inward horizontally, so that the drying rods follow the movable base plate to move inward horizontally until they are hidden behind the large screen lighting fixture. When the drying rack needs to be unfolded, the main motor drives the movable base plate to move outward horizontally, so that the drying rack moves outward horizontally with the movable base plate and moves outward behind the large screen lighting fixture. The drying rack can be lowered by the driving device to below the large screen lighting fixture. The main motor drives the two movable base plates through a gear and rack mechanism; The gear and rack mechanism includes a gear connected to the motor output shaft, and a first rack and a second rack corresponding to their respective movable base plates. The gear meshes with a first rack and a second rack located on its two sides respectively; The main motor is mounted on a fixed base plate via an arched bracket. The first rack, gear, and second rack are all located inside the arched bracket. The movable base plate is provided with a slot that avoids the arched bracket. The dimensions of the large screen lighting fixture are basically the same as those of the fixed base plate; the width of the movable base plate is half the width of the fixed base plate. When the movable base plate moves inward, the two movable base plates move closer to each other, and the dimensions of the two movable base plates that are joined together are basically the same as those of the fixed base plate.

2. The clothes drying rack with a concealable drying rod according to claim 1, characterized in that: A first driving device is provided on the first movable base plate, and the first driving device raises and lowers the first drying rod. A second drive device is provided on the second movable base plate, and the second drive device raises and lowers the second drying rod; The position of the first driving device on the first movable base plate is offset from the position of the second driving device on the second movable base plate.

3. A clothes drying rack with a concealable drying rod according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixed base plate is provided with multiple slide rails, and the movable base plate is provided with multiple sliders that cooperate with the slide rails, so that the movable base plate can slide relative to the fixed base plate.

4. A clothes drying rack with a concealable drying rod according to claim 1, characterized in that: The vertical connecting device includes hanging plates at both ends, with the upper end of the hanging plate connected to the end of the fixed base plate and the lower end of the hanging plate connected to the end of the large screen lighting fixture.

5. A clothes drying rack with a concealable drying rod according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixed base plate is provided with end caps at both ends.

6. A clothes drying rack with a concealable drying rod according to claim 1, characterized in that: The wire rope led out by the wire rope take-up and release device is vertically downward after passing through the pulley; The pulley is fixed at an angle to a movable base plate near the side plate; the wire rope leading from the wire rope winding device to the pulley, parallel to the movable base plate, is inclined.

7. The method for concealing the drying rod of a clothes drying rack as described in any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that... Includes the following steps: When the drying rack is in its concealed storage state (1) Start the main motor to move the movable base plate laterally outward until the drying rod extends laterally beyond the outer edge of the large screen lighting fixture; (2) Start the drive device to release the wire rope using the wire rope winding device, and lower the drying pole to the preset height; When the drying rack is in the unfolded state (1) Start the drive device so that the wire rope winding device winds the wire rope, and the drying rod rises to the upper side of the large screen lighting fixture and is located on the lower side of the movable base plate; (2) Start the main motor so that the movable base plate moves laterally inward until the drying rod is completely retracted into the outer edge of the large screen lighting fixture.

8. The method for concealing the clothes drying rack according to claim 7, characterized in that: When the drying rod is in the unfolded state, in step (2), the side of the drying rod is covered by the side plate of the movable base plate, and the bottom surface of the drying rod is covered by the large screen lighting fixture.

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