A washing and treating apparatus

Abstract

The application discloses a washing and protecting device, which comprises a washing and protecting device shell, a processing chamber for washing and / or drying articles to be processed, a dehumidification chamber arranged in the washing and protecting device shell, a first channel with one end communicated with the processing chamber and the other end communicated with the dehumidification chamber, a second channel for discharging dry air, a third channel with one end as an air inlet and the other end as an air outlet, and a condensation unit arranged on the third channel, and a moisture transfer member arranged in the dehumidification chamber, wherein the moisture transfer member comprises a casing and a rotating wheel, and is provided with an adsorption area for adsorbing moisture inside the dehumidification chamber and a desorption area for discharging moisture adsorbed by the adsorption area. The application can convert the moisture introduced into the dehumidification chamber into dry air through the adsorption area and the desorption area, and can condense the moisture discharged from the desorption area through the condensation unit arranged on the third channel, so that the moisture inside the washing and protecting device is prevented from breeding bacteria and mildew, and the investment and operation cost of the washing and protecting device is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of washing and care equipment, and more specifically, relates to a washing and care device. Background Technology

[0002] Laundry and care equipment is an electrical appliance that uses electrical energy to generate mechanical action to clean and / or dry items. After cleaning and / or care, the dampness inside the care chamber can easily lead to odors and the growth of bacteria and mold, especially when it is in humid weather for a long time.

[0003] Existing washing and care equipment uses a hot air system to dry the inside of the washing chamber after washing, or it turns on the hot air system separately after washing to dry the inside of the washing chamber, thereby accelerating the drying of the care chamber.

[0004] In the hot air system of laundry and care equipment, heat pumps or electric heaters are generally used as heat sources to heat the air and generate hot air. The generated hot air needs to be sent into the care chamber by a fan. In existing laundry and care equipment, the hot air is delivered by blowing air from the indoor environment to a heat exchanger through a fan, which heats the air and forms hot air that flows through pipes into the care chamber. The hot air dries and sterilizes the items and the care chamber itself in the care chamber before being discharged outside the care chamber.

[0005] However, after the cleaning process, the warm air carrying moisture is directly discharged, which can easily lead to high humidity around the cleaning equipment. Therefore, there should be no items or electrical appliances that need to be protected from moisture around the cleaning equipment, otherwise it will affect the service life of the surrounding items.

[0006] Existing washing and care equipment uses hot air, but its air intake method and duct structure prevent the hot air from quickly filling the processing chamber, resulting in unsatisfactory drying effects and high energy consumption. Therefore, improvements are needed.

[0007] In view of this, the present invention is proposed. Summary of the Invention

[0008] The technical problem to be solved by this invention is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art. The purpose is to provide a washing and care device that, through the adsorption and desorption zones of the moisture transfer component, converts the moisture introduced into the dehumidification chamber into dry air, which is then introduced into the processing chamber, thus avoiding residual moisture in the processing chamber, which would lead to mold growth and odor. Furthermore, a condensation unit is set inside the washing and care device housing, where the condensation and desorption zone receives the moisture from the adsorption zone, preventing the moisture from being directly discharged outside the washing and care device housing and causing the space where the washing and care device is placed to be damp.

[0009] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the basic concept of the technical solution adopted by the present invention is: a washing and care device, comprising:

[0010] Washing and care equipment housing;

[0011] A processing chamber, located within the housing of the washing and care equipment, is used for washing and / or drying items to be processed;

[0012] A dehumidification chamber is located inside the housing of the washing and care equipment;

[0013] The first channel has one end connected to the processing chamber and the other end connected to the dehumidification chamber, and is used to introduce the moisture in the processing chamber into the dehumidification chamber.

[0014] The second channel has an air inlet at one end and an air outlet at the other end, used to exhaust dry air.

[0015] The third channel has an air inlet at one end and an air outlet at the other.

[0016] A moisture transfer component is disposed within the dehumidification chamber for dehumidifying the moisture within the chamber; the moisture transfer component includes a housing and a rotating wheel, the rotating wheel being rotatably disposed within the receiving cavity of the housing;

[0017] The moisture transfer component is equipped with:

[0018] The adsorption zone has an air inlet side connected to the dehumidification chamber for adsorbing moisture inside the dehumidification chamber, and an air outlet side connected to the air inlet of the second channel for introducing dried air into the second channel.

[0019] The desorption zone is where the rotor, after adsorbing moisture in the adsorption zone, transfers it to the desorption zone, and the desorption zone discharges the moisture adsorbed in the adsorption zone.

[0020] The third channel is equipped with a condensation unit located outside the dehumidification chamber, which is used to condense the moisture discharged from the desorption zone.

[0021] This invention utilizes an adsorption zone and a desorption zone in a moisture transfer component. The adsorption zone adsorbs moisture discharged from the dehumidification chamber, while the desorption zone receives the moisture absorbed by the adsorption zone. This process concentrates a large volume of low-concentration water vapor into a small volume of high-concentration water vapor, which is then introduced into the processing chamber through a second channel. This prevents the interior of the washing and care equipment from becoming damp, leading to the growth of odors, bacteria, and mold, thus reducing the investment and operating costs of the equipment and improving the efficiency of moisture removal, thereby increasing the drying efficiency of the washing and care equipment. Furthermore, a condensation unit is installed inside the washing and care equipment housing. The condensation and desorption zone receives moisture from the adsorption zone, preventing the direct discharge of moisture outside the housing and avoiding dampness in the space where the equipment is placed.

[0022] Furthermore, one end of the third channel is located inside the dehumidification chamber, the air inlet of the third channel is connected to the air outlet side of the desorption zone, and the other end of the third channel is located outside the dehumidification chamber.

[0023] Furthermore, the air outlet of the third channel is connected to the processing chamber, or the air outlet of the third channel is connected to the outside of the washing and care equipment housing.

[0024] Furthermore, the condensation unit is provided with a drain pipe for receiving condensate from the condensation unit;

[0025] Exhaust pipes are used to discharge condensed air.

[0026] Furthermore, the washing and care equipment also includes a condensate storage box, which is disposed inside the washing and care equipment housing for storing condensate.

[0027] Furthermore, the washing and care equipment housing has an opening, and the condensate storage box is removably installed inside the washing and care equipment housing through the opening.

[0028] Furthermore, a regeneration fan is also provided on the third channel, located on the air inlet side of the condensation unit, for discharging moisture from the desorption zone; the regeneration fan is located outside the dehumidification chamber.

[0029] Furthermore, the desorption zone is sealed within the housing cavity, while the adsorption zone is located outside the housing cavity.

[0030] Furthermore, a heating unit is also provided in the sealed cavity for heating the desorption zone.

[0031] Furthermore, a circulating fan is provided on the second channel, and the circulating fan is located outside the dehumidification chamber.

[0032] By adopting the above technical solution, the present invention has the following beneficial effects compared with the prior art.

[0033] (1) The present invention uses the adsorption zone and desorption zone of the moisture transfer component. The adsorption zone adsorbs the moisture discharged from the dehumidification chamber, and the desorption zone receives the moisture absorbed by the adsorption zone. This can concentrate the gas with a large volume and low concentration of water vapor into a gas with a small volume and high concentration of water vapor. The dry air is then introduced into the treatment chamber through the second channel, which prevents the moisture inside the washing and care equipment from causing odors, bacteria and mold, reducing the investment and operating costs of the washing and care equipment, improving the treatment efficiency of moisture removal, and thus improving the drying efficiency of the washing and care equipment. A condensation unit is set in the shell of the washing and care equipment. The condensation desorption zone receives the moisture from the adsorption zone, avoiding the direct discharge of moisture outside the shell of the washing and care equipment, which would cause the space where the washing and care equipment is placed to be damp.

[0034] (2) The washing and care equipment of the present invention is provided with a third channel, one end of which is an air inlet connected to the receiving cavity, and the other end is an air outlet, which is used to discharge the moisture in the desorption zone, thereby ensuring the continuous operation of the desorption zone and avoiding the accumulation of a large amount of moisture in the desorption zone, which would reduce the working efficiency of the desorption zone.

[0035] (3) The present invention places the condensation unit, the circulating fan and the regeneration fan outside the dehumidification chamber, thereby reducing the installation space of the dehumidification chamber and facilitating its installation.

[0036] The specific embodiments of the present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0037] The accompanying drawings, as part of this invention, are used to provide a further understanding of the invention. The illustrative embodiments and descriptions of the invention are used to explain the invention, but do not constitute an undue limitation of the invention. Obviously, the drawings described below are merely some embodiments, and those skilled in the art can obtain other drawings based on these drawings without creative effort. In the drawings:

[0038] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a washing and care device according to the present invention;

[0039] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a garment care cabinet according to the present invention;

[0040] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of another garment care cabinet according to the present invention.

[0041] The components include: 1. Washing and care equipment shell; 11. Condensate storage box; 2. Processing chamber; 3. Dehumidification chamber; 31. Receiving chamber; 311. Heating unit; 32. Dehumidification shell; 4. First channel; 5. Second channel; 51. Circulating fan; 6. Third channel; 61. Regeneration fan; 62. Condensation unit; 621. Drainage pipe; 7. Moisture transfer component; 71. Adsorption zone; 72. Desorption zone; 73. Transmission mechanism; 74. Motor.

[0042] It should be noted that these accompanying drawings and textual descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way, but rather to illustrate the concept of the invention to those skilled in the art by referring to specific embodiments. Detailed Implementation

[0043] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The following embodiments are used to illustrate the present invention, but are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0044] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "inner", "outer", 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 element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limiting this invention.

[0045] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to 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 based on the specific circumstances.

[0046] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the present invention provides a laundry and care device for washing and / or drying items to be processed. The laundry and care device of the present invention includes washing machines, dryers, garment care cabinets, dishwashers, etc.

[0047] The washing and care equipment includes a washing and care equipment shell 1, a processing chamber 2, a dehumidification chamber 3, a first channel 4, a second channel 5, a third channel 6, and a moisture transfer component 7.

[0048] The processing chamber 2 is disposed inside the housing 1 of the washing and care equipment, and the processing chamber 2 is used for washing and / or drying the items to be processed.

[0049] The dehumidification chamber 3 is located inside the housing 1 of the washing and care equipment.

[0050] One end of the first channel 4 is connected to the processing chamber 2, and the other end is connected to the dehumidification chamber 3. The first channel 4 is used to introduce the moisture in the processing chamber 2 into the dehumidification chamber 3.

[0051] One end of the second channel 5 is an air inlet, and the other end is an air outlet. The second channel 5 is used to discharge dry air.

[0052] One end of the third channel 6 is an air inlet, and the other end of the third channel 6 is an air outlet.

[0053] The moisture transfer component 7 is disposed within the dehumidification chamber 3, and is used to dehumidify the moisture within the dehumidification chamber 3. The moisture transfer component 7 includes a housing and a rotating wheel, and the rotating wheel is rotatably disposed within the receiving cavity 31 of the housing.

[0054] The moisture transfer component 7 is provided with an adsorption zone 71 and a desorption zone 72.

[0055] The air inlet side of the adsorption zone 71 is connected to the dehumidification chamber 3 and is used to adsorb the moisture inside the dehumidification chamber 3; the air outlet side of the adsorption zone 71 is connected to the air inlet of the second channel 5 and is used to introduce the dried air into the second channel 5.

[0056] The rotor absorbs moisture in the adsorption zone 71 and then transfers it to the desorption zone 72. The desorption zone 72 receives the moisture absorbed by the adsorption zone 71 and then discharges it.

[0057] The third channel 6 is provided with a condensation unit 62, which is located outside the dehumidification chamber 3. The condensation unit 62 is used to condense the moisture discharged from the desorption zone.

[0058] This invention utilizes the adsorption zone 71 and desorption zone 72 of the moisture transfer component 7. The adsorption zone 71 adsorbs the moisture discharged from the treatment chamber 2 within the dehumidification chamber 3, while the desorption zone 72 receives the moisture absorbed by the adsorption zone 71. This process concentrates a large volume of low-concentration water vapor into a small volume of high-concentration water vapor, and then introduces dry air into the treatment chamber 2 through the second channel 5. This prevents the interior of the washing and care equipment from becoming damp, which can breed odors, bacteria, and mold, reducing the investment and operating costs of the washing and care equipment and improving the efficiency of moisture removal, thereby increasing the drying efficiency of the washing and care equipment. Furthermore, a condensation unit 62 is installed on the third channel 6, where the condensation desorption zone 72 receives the moisture from the adsorption zone 71, preventing the moisture from being directly discharged outside the washing and care equipment housing 1 and causing the space where the washing and care equipment is placed to become damp.

[0059] Compared to simply using the first channel 4 to dehumidify the humid gas and then guide it back to the processing chamber 2, this invention also dehumidifies the humid gas received in the third channel 6 using the condensation unit 62. Since the large volume of low-concentration humid gas in the first channel 2 is transferred and desorbed into the third channel 6 to become high-concentration humid gas, the condensation unit 62 has the characteristics of very good dehumidification effect, low energy consumption, and short dehumidification time. The condensed dry air is then guided back to the processing chamber 2, further improving the drying effect in the processing chamber 2.

[0060] Specifically, the adsorption zone 71 and the desorption zone 72 are implemented in the receiving cavity 31 located inside the housing of the moisture transfer component 7.

[0061] It should be noted that the dehumidification chamber 3 can be located inside the processing chamber 2 or outside the processing chamber 2.

[0062] In one embodiment, the other end of the first channel 4 is connected to the dehumidification chamber 3, and the air inlet of the second channel 5 is connected to the adsorption zone 71.

[0063] In another embodiment, the other end of the first channel 4 is connected to the adsorption zone 71, and the air inlet of the second channel 5 is connected to the dehumidification chamber 3.

[0064] Example 1

[0065] This embodiment is based on the above description. In addition to the structures mentioned above, the concentration of moisture desorbed from the desorption zone 72 in this embodiment can reach N times the concentration of moisture entering the adsorption zone 71. Wherein, 1 < N < 200.

[0066] The impeller is made of a material that absorbs moisture at low temperatures and dehumidifies at high temperatures.

[0067] The rotor has a large specific surface area, various pore structures and pore size distributions, and rich surface properties, giving it a strong adsorption capacity for water vapor.

[0068] The housing is provided with a partition, which divides the housing into an adsorption zone 71 and a desorption zone 72.

[0069] The rotating wheel is rotatably supported in the housing, and the rotating wheel is rotatably disposed in the adsorption zone 71 and the desorption zone 72 in sequence.

[0070] Preferably, the impeller is dynamically sealed to the housing.

[0071] In one specific embodiment, the moisture transfer component 7 is provided with an adsorption zone 71 and a desorption zone 72 in sequence along the circumference to form multiple fan-shaped regions, wherein the angle of the fan-shaped region where the adsorption zone 71 is located is greater than the angle of the fan-shaped region where the desorption zone 72 is located.

[0072] The positions of the adsorption zone 71 and the desorption zone 72 remain fixed, and the rotor rotates at a certain speed. The speed of the rotor is 0.01-60 r / min. Preferably, the speed of the rotor is 0.02-10 r / min.

[0073] Preferably, the angle of the adsorption zone 71 is an acute angle, and the angle of the desorption zone 72 is an acute angle.

[0074] In addition, the moisture transfer component 7 also includes a transmission mechanism 73 and a motor 74.

[0075] Specifically, the transmission mechanism 73 is connected to the rotating wheel and the motor 74, respectively. The transmission mechanism 73 is used to drive the rotating wheel to rotate. The motor 74 is used to provide power for the rotation of the rotating wheel.

[0076] It should be noted that the rotating wheel can be driven by a motor 74 driving a transmission mechanism 73 to rotate; it can also be driven directly by the motor 74; it can also be driven by a belt between the motor 74 and the rotating wheel; or it can be driven by the motor 74 with a gear to rotate the rotating wheel with a gear structure, etc.

[0077] The rotor is at least partially made of a low-temperature moisture-absorbing and high-temperature moisture-removing material, and has a porous structure. The porous structure of the rotor is arranged opposite to the adsorption zone 71 and the desorption zone 72.

[0078] Furthermore, the rotor is a zeolite rotor, a silica gel rotor, a graphene rotor, or an activated alumina rotor.

[0079] Zeolite rotor (zeolite AmBpO2p·nH2O) is an aluminosilicate mineral containing alkali or alkaline earth metals. Its crystal structure typically consists of a framework nanocrystalline structure formed by silicon-oxygen tetrahedra and aluminum-oxygen tetrahedra, creating cavities of varying shapes and sizes. This allows for the selective adsorption and filtration of nonpolar / polar molecules smaller than the pore size. When humidity is high, zeolite can absorb moisture through its numerous tiny pores; conversely, it can release moisture to maintain humidity when the environment is dry. Furthermore, the temperature naturally adjusts in response to changes in ambient humidity.

[0080] Silicone roller (silicone (mSiO2·nH2O), also known as silica gel).

[0081] Activated alumina rotor (activated bauxite, English name: Activatedalumina), chemical formula: Al2O3.

[0082] All the impellers have the characteristics of low-temperature moisture absorption and high-temperature dehumidification.

[0083] Example 2

[0084] Based on the above description, except for the structure involved in Embodiment 1, one end of the third channel 6 in this embodiment is disposed inside the dehumidification chamber 3, the air inlet of the third channel 6 is connected to the air outlet side of the desorption zone 72, and the other end of the third channel 6 is disposed outside the dehumidification chamber 3.

[0085] The present invention connects the air inlet of the third channel 6 with the air outlet of the desorption zone 72, so that the moisture in the desorption zone is discharged through the third channel 6, avoiding the accumulation of a large amount of moisture in the desorption zone 72, which would reduce the working efficiency of the desorption zone 72, and ensuring the continuous operation of the desorption zone 72.

[0086] By setting the condensation unit 62 on the third channel 6, the condensation unit 62 converts the high-concentration water vapor in the desorption zone 72 into condensate and dry air, and then introduces the dry air into the processing chamber 2, preventing the problem of dampness inside the washing and care equipment from breeding odors, bacteria and mold; it also shortens the drying time and avoids the technical problem of water vapor leaving stains inside the washing and care equipment due to excessive drying time.

[0087] In one embodiment, the air outlet of the third channel 6 is connected to the processing chamber 2.

[0088] In this embodiment, the condensation unit 62 converts the moisture in the third channel 6 into condensate and dry air, and then introduces the dry air into the processing chamber 2, further increasing the drying efficiency of the washing and care equipment.

[0089] Another implementation is that the air outlet of the third channel 6 is connected to the outside of the washing and care equipment housing 1.

[0090] In this embodiment, by directly exporting dry air to the external environment, the external environment is dried and dehumidified, thus preventing the generation of bacteria and mold in spaces such as bathrooms and balconies where washing and care equipment is placed.

[0091] Furthermore, the condensation unit 62 is provided with a drain pipe 621 and an exhaust pipe.

[0092] The drain pipe 621 is used to receive condensate from the condensation unit 62.

[0093] The exhaust pipe is used to discharge condensed air.

[0094] In one specific implementation, the air inlet side of the condensation unit 62 is connected to the air outlet side of the desorption zone 72, the air outlet side of the condensation unit 62 is connected to one end of the exhaust pipe, and the other end of the exhaust pipe is connected to the processing chamber 2.

[0095] Another specific implementation is that the air inlet side of the condensation unit 62 is connected to the air outlet side of the desorption zone 72, the air outlet side of the condensation unit 62 is connected to one end of the exhaust pipe, and the other end of the exhaust pipe is connected to the third channel 6.

[0096] In another specific implementation, the air inlet side of the condensation unit 62 is connected to the air outlet side of the desorption zone 72, the air outlet side of the condensation unit 62 is connected to one end of the exhaust pipe, and the other end of the exhaust pipe is connected to the outside of the washing and care equipment housing 1.

[0097] It should be noted that the drainage pipe 621 can be connected to the drainage channel of the treatment chamber 2, or it can be directly connected to the drainage channel of the washing and care equipment, so that the condensate water is discharged directly to the outside of the washing and care equipment without passing through the drainage channel of the treatment chamber 2.

[0098] The present invention provides a drain pipe 621 and an exhaust pipe on the condensation unit 62 to discharge the condensed water and dry air converted by the condensation unit 62, respectively. This allows the gas with a small air volume and high concentration of water vapor to be converted into condensed water and dry air, and then the dry air is discharged into the processing chamber 2, which saves resources and avoids directly discharging moisture into the external environment.

[0099] Furthermore, the washing and care equipment also includes a condensate storage box 11, which is disposed inside the washing and care equipment housing 1 and is used to store condensate.

[0100] The present invention provides a condensate storage box 11 inside the washing and care equipment housing 1, which stores the condensate separated by the condensation unit 62 in the condensate storage box 11, thus avoiding the direct discharge of condensate to the outside of the dishwasher and the impact on the external environment.

[0101] Preferably, the condensate storage box 11 is connected to the drainage channel and drainage pipe 621 of the processing chamber 2. The condensate storage box 11 can also be used to store the condensate separated by the condensation unit 62 and the water inside the processing chamber 2.

[0102] Specifically, the washing and care equipment housing 1 is provided with an opening, and the condensate storage box 11 is installed inside the washing and care equipment housing 1 through the opening.

[0103] Furthermore, a regeneration fan 61 is also provided on the third channel 6. The regeneration fan 61 is located on the air inlet side of the condensation unit 62 and is used to discharge the moisture in the desorption zone 72.

[0104] The regeneration fan 61 is located outside the dehumidification chamber 3.

[0105] The present invention further includes a regeneration fan 61 on the third channel 6, which allows a small portion of the regeneration air to pass through and exhaust the moisture in the desorption zone 72 from the air outlet of the third channel 6, thus avoiding residual moisture in the desorption zone 72. In addition, the regeneration fan 61 is located outside the dehumidification chamber 3, which reduces the installation space of the dehumidification chamber 3 and facilitates its installation.

[0106] The regeneration fan 61 is used to move the hot air in the third channel 6, carry away the moisture in the desorption zone 72, and discharge it from the air outlet of the third channel 6 after passing through the condensation unit 62.

[0107] Furthermore, the desorption zone 72 is sealed inside the housing cavity 31, and the adsorption zone 71 is located outside the housing cavity 31.

[0108] The present invention seals the desorption zone 72 inside the housing cavity 31 and the adsorption zone 71 outside the housing cavity 31, so that the moisture received by the desorption zone 72 from the adsorption zone 71 is sealed inside the housing cavity 31, preventing moisture leakage and entry into the second channel 5, which reduces the processing efficiency of moisture removal and also reduces the drying efficiency of the washing and care equipment.

[0109] Specifically, the rotating wheel is partially sealed within the housing cavity 31.

[0110] Furthermore, a heating unit 311 is provided in the sealed cavity, which is used to heat the desorption zone 72.

[0111] The present invention provides a heating unit 311 on the receiving cavity 31, which continuously heats the desorption zone 72 to keep the desorption zone 72 at a high temperature, thereby ensuring that the desorption zone 72 can continuously receive the moisture adsorbed in the adsorption zone 71 and improving the working efficiency of the desorption zone 72.

[0112] Furthermore, a circulating fan 51 is provided on the second channel 5, and the circulating fan 51 is located outside the dehumidification chamber 3. The circulating fan 51 is used to introduce air from the second channel 5 into the processing chamber 2.

[0113] The present invention provides a circulating fan 51 on the second channel 5, which drives the air in the second channel 5 to be quickly introduced into the processing chamber 2, thereby accelerating the airflow rate in the processing chamber 2, further improving the efficiency of moisture removal, and further improving the drying efficiency of the washing and care equipment.

[0114] In addition, by placing the circulating fan 51 outside the dehumidification chamber 3, the installation space of the dehumidification chamber 3 is further reduced, which further facilitates the installation of the dehumidification chamber 3.

[0115] It should be noted that cooling units can be installed on the first channel 4 and the second channel 5. The cooling units are used to dehumidify the air in the first channel 4 and the second channel 5, thereby further increasing the drying efficiency of the washing and care equipment.

[0116] Example 3

[0117] This embodiment is based on embodiments one to three. In addition to the structures involved in embodiments one to three, the washing and care device in this embodiment also includes a humidity sensor (not shown in the figure) and a lint filter (not shown in the figure). The humidity sensor is installed in the care chamber or the first channel 4 to detect the air humidity. Based on the detected humidity, the dehumidification of the treatment chamber 2 is controlled.

[0118] The lint filter is installed inside the fresh air duct to filter lint. Specifically, the lint filter is installed at the air inlet of the first duct 4.

[0119] In this embodiment, a lint filter is installed in the processing chamber 2 to filter the air entering the first channel 4, thereby preventing lint from entering the moisture transfer component 7 and causing blockage of the adsorption zone 71 and / or desorption zone 72.

[0120] The nursing chamber may also be equipped with an aromatherapy unit and / or a deodorizing unit to eliminate odors present in the nursing chamber.

[0121] Example 4

[0122] The following explanation uses a garment care cabinet as an example.

[0123] This embodiment is a further limitation based on the above embodiments one to three, and includes, in addition to the structures involved in embodiments one to three, such as Figures 2 to 3 As shown, the dehumidification chamber 3 is located at the bottom of the processing chamber 2.

[0124] By placing the dehumidification chamber 3 at the bottom of the processing chamber 2, the dehumidification chamber 3 can be directly connected to the processing chamber 2, improving the dehumidification effect of the dehumidification chamber 3 on the processing chamber 2. At the same time, placing the dehumidification chamber 3 at the bottom of the processing chamber 2 facilitates the flow of dry hot air discharged from the dehumidification chamber 3 into the processing chamber 2 from the bottom. Utilizing the characteristic of hot air rising, it better dries the clothes in the processing chamber 2, improving the dehumidification and drying effect on the clothes.

[0125] The processing chamber 2 is provided with a dehumidifying shell 32, and the dehumidifying chamber 3 is located inside the dehumidifying shell 32. The air inlet of the first channel 4 and the air outlet of the second channel 5 are located on the dehumidifying shell 32 and communicate with the processing chamber 2.

[0126] This embodiment improves the dehumidification effect of the garment care cabinet by setting a dehumidifying outer shell 32 inside the processing chamber 2, with the dehumidifying chamber 3 located inside the dehumidifying outer shell 32. The air inlet of the first channel 4 and the air outlet of the second channel 5 are located on the dehumidifying outer shell 32 and connected to the processing chamber 2, achieving the most efficient air circulation in the garment care cabinet. Moisture in the processing chamber 2 can be directly introduced into the dehumidifying chamber 3 through the first channel 4, then through the adsorption area 71 of the moisture transfer component 7, and finally through the air outlet of the second channel 5, introducing dry air into the processing chamber 2, thus achieving dehumidification and drying of the garments in the processing chamber 2.

[0127] Furthermore, the air inlet of the first channel 4 is located on the side wall of the dehumidification housing 32, and the air outlet of the second channel 5 is located on the top wall of the dehumidification housing 32.

[0128] Specifically, the dehumidification chamber 3 is located at the bottom of the processing chamber 2 and occupies only a part of the bottom of the processing chamber 2, so that different heights are formed inside the processing chamber 2, which facilitates the care of clothes of different lengths and improves the practical effect of the clothing care cabinet.

[0129] The air inlet of the first channel 4 is located on the side wall of the dehumidifying outer shell 32. When the garment care cabinet is working, the moisture flows downward and enters the dehumidifying chamber 3 from the side wall of the dehumidifying outer shell 32, allowing the moisture to enter the dehumidifying chamber 3 better and preventing the moisture from accumulating at the bottom of the processing chamber 2, thus avoiding the growth of odors, bacteria, and mold inside. At the same time, the air outlet of the second channel 5 is located on the top wall of the dehumidifying outer shell 32. When the moisture accumulates at the bottom of the garments, the dried moisture is discharged from the top of the dehumidifying outer shell 32, directly contacting the garments and being processed from the bottom of the garments by utilizing the properties of dry air, thereby improving the dehumidification and drying efficiency of the garment care cabinet.

[0130] In one embodiment, the dehumidifying housing 32 is disposed on a side wall adjacent to the opening of the processing chamber 2, and the air inlet of the first channel 4 is disposed on the other side wall adjacent to the opening of the processing chamber 2. The dehumidifying housing 32 and the bottom wall inside the processing chamber 2 form a stepped structure on the left and right sides.

[0131] Specifically, in this embodiment, the dehumidification chamber 3 occupies only a part of the bottom of the processing chamber 2, and the dehumidification shell 32 is set on the side wall adjacent to the opening of the processing chamber 2, so that the dehumidification shell 32 and the bottom wall of the processing chamber 2 form a stepped structure on the left and right sides, so that the processing chamber 2 has different heights of accommodating space inside, and the height of the processing chamber 2 on the top wall of the dehumidification shell 32 is less than the height on the bottom wall of the processing chamber 2. This can effectively realize the care of clothes of different lengths and sizes, and will not cause wrinkles to form on the bottom of the clothes, thus improving the care effect of the clothes.

[0132] Meanwhile, the air inlet of the first channel 4 is positioned facing the side wall adjacent to the opening of the processing chamber 2 and close to the bottom of the side wall, so that the air inlet of the first channel 4 is closer to the bottom wall of the processing chamber 2, which improves the efficiency of moisture entering the dehumidification chamber 3, avoids the accumulation of moisture on the bottom wall of the processing chamber 2 to form condensate, prevents bacteria from growing on the bottom wall of the processing chamber 2 and producing odors, and improves the care effect of clothing and the efficiency of the equipment.

[0133] In another embodiment, the dehumidifying housing 32 is disposed on the rear wall opposite to the opening of the processing chamber 2, the air inlet of the first channel 4 is disposed facing the opening of the processing chamber 2, and the dehumidifying housing 32 and the bottom wall inside the processing chamber 2 form a front and rear stepped structure.

[0134] Specifically, by placing the dehumidifying outer shell 32 on the rear wall opposite to the opening of the processing chamber 2, the dehumidifying outer shell 32 and the bottom wall of the processing chamber 2 form a stepped structure, creating different heights of accommodating space inside the processing chamber 2. The height of the processing chamber 2 on the top wall of the dehumidifying outer shell 32 is less than the height on the bottom wall of the processing chamber 2. This effectively allows for the care of clothing of different lengths and sizes, preventing wrinkles from forming at the bottom of the clothing and improving the care effect of the clothing.

[0135] Meanwhile, the air inlet of the first channel 4 is positioned facing the opening of the processing chamber 2 and close to the bottom of the side wall. This arrangement brings the air inlet of the first channel 4 closer to the bottom wall of the processing chamber 2, improving the efficiency of moisture entering the dehumidification chamber 3, preventing the accumulation of moisture on the bottom wall of the processing chamber 2 to form condensate, preventing the growth of bacteria and the generation of odors on the bottom wall of the processing chamber 2, and improving the care effect on clothing and the efficiency of the equipment.

[0136] Furthermore, the dehumidification chamber 3 is also provided with a receiving cavity 31, the desorption zone 72 is located inside the receiving cavity 31, and the adsorption zone 71 is located outside the receiving cavity 31.

[0137] In this embodiment, by setting a receiving cavity 31 in the dehumidification chamber 3, the desorption zone 72 is placed in the receiving cavity 31, which ensures that the moisture absorbed by the adsorption zone 71 in the desorption zone 72 will not leak, thereby improving the sealing performance of the desorption zone 72, improving the processing efficiency of moisture removal, and thus improving the drying efficiency of the dishwasher.

[0138] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention in any way. Although the present invention has been disclosed above with reference to preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present invention. Any person skilled in the art can make some modifications or alterations to the above-described technical content to create equivalent embodiments without departing from the scope of the present invention. The implementation schemes in the above embodiments can also be further combined or replaced. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes and alterations made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present invention without departing from the scope of the present invention shall still fall within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A washing and caring device, characterized in that, include: Washing and care equipment housing; A processing chamber, located within the housing of the washing and care equipment, is used for washing and / or drying items to be processed; A dehumidification chamber is located inside the housing of the washing and care equipment; The first channel has one end connected to the processing chamber and the other end connected to the dehumidification chamber, and is used to introduce the moisture in the processing chamber into the dehumidification chamber. The second channel has an air inlet at one end and an air outlet at the other end, used to exhaust dry air. The third channel has an air inlet at one end and an air outlet at the other. A moisture transfer component is installed in the dehumidification chamber to dehumidify the moisture in the dehumidification chamber. The moisture transfer component includes a housing and a rotating wheel. The rotating wheel is rotatably installed in the receiving cavity of the housing. The rotating wheel is dynamically sealed to the housing and can concentrate a large volume of low-concentration moisture from the processing chamber into a small volume of high-concentration moisture. The moisture transfer component is equipped with: The adsorption zone is located outside the housing cavity of the casing. The air inlet side of the adsorption zone is connected to the dehumidification chamber and is used to adsorb the moisture inside the dehumidification chamber. The air outlet side of the adsorption zone is connected to the air inlet of the second channel and is used to introduce the dried air into the second channel. The desorption zone is sealed within the housing cavity. After the impeller adsorbs moisture in the adsorption zone, it is transferred to the desorption zone. The desorption zone receives the moisture adsorbed in the adsorption zone and then discharges it. A heating unit is also provided in the housing cavity for heating the desorption zone. One end of the third channel is located inside the dehumidification chamber, the air inlet of the third channel is connected to the air outlet of the desorption zone, and a condensation unit is provided on the third channel and located outside the dehumidification chamber for condensing the high-concentration moisture discharged from the desorption zone. The dehumidification chamber is located at the bottom of the processing chamber. The processing chamber is equipped with a dehumidification shell. The dehumidification chamber is located inside the dehumidification shell. The air inlet of the first channel is located on the side wall of the dehumidification shell, and the air outlet of the second channel is located on the top wall of the dehumidification shell. The dehumidification shell and the bottom wall of the processing chamber form a stepped structure on the left and right or front and back. The condensation unit is equipped with an exhaust pipe that is connected to the processing chamber and is used to introduce the dry air after it has been dehumidified by the condensation unit into the processing chamber.

2. The washing and care equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The other end of the third channel is located outside the dehumidification chamber.

3. The washing and care equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, The air outlet of the third channel is connected to the processing chamber, or the air outlet of the third channel is connected to the outside of the washing and care equipment housing.

4. The washing and care equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that, The condensation unit is equipped with: Drainage pipes are used to receive condensate from the condensation unit; Exhaust pipes are used to discharge condensed air.

5. A washing and care device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The washing and care equipment also includes a condensate storage box, which is disposed inside the washing and care equipment housing and is used to store condensate.

6. The washing and care equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that, The washing and care equipment housing has an opening, and the condensate storage box is removably installed inside the washing and care equipment housing through the opening.

7. A washing and care device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The third channel is also equipped with a regeneration fan, which is located on the air inlet side of the condensation unit to discharge moisture from the desorption zone; the regeneration fan is located outside the dehumidification chamber.

8. A washing and care device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second channel is equipped with a circulating fan, which is located outside the dehumidification chamber.

9. A washing and care device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing is provided with a partition that divides the housing into an adsorption zone and a desorption zone. The adsorption zone is an aurora-shaped sector and the desorption zone is an acute-angled sector.

10. A washing and care device according to any one of claims 1-9, characterized in that, The air inlet of the first channel is equipped with a lint filter for filtering lint.

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