A washing and treating apparatus

Abstract

This invention discloses a washing and care device, including a washing and care device housing, a processing chamber, and a dehumidification chamber; a first channel, one end connected to the processing chamber and the other end connected to the dehumidification chamber; a second channel, one end being an air inlet and the other end being an air outlet, connected to the processing chamber; a third channel, one end being an air inlet and the other end being an air outlet, with a condensation unit installed on the third channel, and the air outlet of the third channel connected to the second channel; a moisture transfer component including a housing and a rotor, the moisture transfer component having: an adsorption zone for adsorbing moisture inside the dehumidification chamber; and a desorption zone for receiving and discharging the moisture adsorbed in the adsorption zone. This invention, by connecting the air outlet of the third channel to the second channel and installing a condensation unit on the third channel, allows the moisture in the third channel to be dried by the condensation unit before being introduced into the processing chamber, thus accelerating the drying rate of the processing chamber and reducing resource waste.

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] Currently, most laundry and care equipment uses a hot air circulation system to dry the care chamber, achieving functions such as drying and deodorization. A hot air circulation system generally includes an air duct, a fan, and a dehumidifying and heating device installed within the duct. Air from inside the laundry and care equipment enters through the return air inlet of the duct under the action of the fan, is dehumidified and heated by the dehumidifying and heating device, and then is discharged back into the care chamber of the laundry and care equipment through the air outlet, forming a hot air circulation system.

[0004] However, the high concentration of moisture separated by dehumidifying heating devices is usually directly discharged into the external environment, leading to a humid external environment. This can easily cause bacteria and mold to grow in spaces such as bathrooms and balconies where laundry equipment is placed, which has a significant impact on the external environment. Alternatively, an external condenser may be used to dehumidify the high concentration of moisture again before discharging it into the external environment, but the condensed dry air is directly discharged into the external environment, resulting in a waste of resources.

[0005] In view of this, the present invention is proposed. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art. The purpose is to provide a washing and care device that connects the other end of the second channel to the processing chamber, connects the air outlet of the third channel to the second channel, and provides a condensation unit on the third channel. The moisture in the third channel is dried by the condensation unit and then introduced into the processing chamber, thereby accelerating the drying rate of the processing chamber and reducing resource waste.

[0007] 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:

[0008] Washing and care equipment housing;

[0009] A processing chamber, located within the housing of the washing and care equipment, is used for washing and / or drying items to be processed;

[0010] A dehumidification chamber is located inside the housing of the washing and care equipment;

[0011] 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.

[0012] The second channel has an air inlet at one end and an air outlet at the other end, and is connected to the processing chamber to discharge dry air.

[0013] The third channel has an air inlet at one end and an air outlet at the other.

[0014] 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;

[0015] The moisture transfer component is equipped with:

[0016] 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.

[0017] 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.

[0018] The third channel is equipped with a condensation unit for condensing the moisture discharged from the desorption zone. The outlet of the third channel is connected to the second channel for introducing dry air into the second channel.

[0019] The washing and care equipment of the present invention connects the other end of the second channel to the processing chamber, and the air outlet of the third channel to the second channel. A condensation unit is provided on the third channel so that the moisture in the third channel is dried by the condensation unit and then introduced into the processing chamber, thereby accelerating the drying rate of the processing chamber and reducing resource waste.

[0020] Furthermore, the condensation unit is disposed in the dehumidification chamber, and the air outlet is connected to the second channel inside the dehumidification chamber.

[0021] Furthermore, the condensation unit is located outside the dehumidification chamber, and the air outlet is connected to a second channel outside the dehumidification chamber.

[0022] Furthermore, a circulating fan is provided on the second channel to introduce the dehumidified air from the adsorption zone into the second channel;

[0023] The air outlet of the third channel is connected to the air inlet side of the circulating fan, or the air outlet of the third channel is connected to the air outlet side of the circulating fan.

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

[0025] The exhaust pipe is connected to the third channel and is used to discharge the condensed air.

[0026] Furthermore, the washing and care equipment is also equipped with a condensate storage box for storing condensate;

[0027] 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, the desorption zone is sealed within the housing cavity, while the adsorption zone is located outside the housing cavity.

[0029] Furthermore, the air inlet of the third channel penetrates the dehumidification chamber shell and communicates with the receiving cavity.

[0030] Furthermore, the dehumidification chamber also includes a dehumidification chamber housing, with both ends of the housing abutting against the inner wall of the dehumidification chamber housing.

[0031] Furthermore, a heating unit is provided inside the receiving cavity for heating the desorption zone.

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

[0033] (1) The washing and care equipment of the present invention connects the other end of the second channel to the processing chamber, the air outlet of the third channel to the second channel, and a condensation unit is provided on the third channel so that the moisture in the third channel is dried by the condensation unit and then introduced into the processing chamber, thereby accelerating the drying rate of the processing chamber and reducing resource waste.

[0034] (2) The washing and care equipment of the present invention sets an adsorption zone and a desorption zone in the moisture transfer component. The adsorption zone adsorbs the moisture discharged from the treatment chamber in the dehumidification chamber, and the desorption zone receives the moisture absorbed by the adsorption zone. This can concentrate a large volume of low-concentration water vapor into a small volume of high-concentration water vapor, and introduce dry air into the treatment chamber through the second channel. This prevents the inside of the washing and care equipment from being damp and breeding odors, bacteria and mold, reduces the investment and operating costs of the washing and care equipment, improves the treatment efficiency of moisture removal, and thus improves the drying efficiency of the washing and care equipment.

[0035] The specific embodiments of the present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0036] 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:

[0037] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a washing and care device according to the present invention;

[0038] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a washing and care device according to the present invention;

[0039] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a garment care cabinet according to the present invention;

[0040] Figure 4 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 chamber 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 4 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, 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, which is connected to the processing chamber 2. 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 in the dehumidification chamber 3 and is used to dehumidify the moisture in the dehumidification chamber 3; the moisture transfer component 7 includes a housing and a rotating wheel, and the rotating wheel is rotatably disposed in 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] A condensation unit 62 is provided on the third channel 6 for condensing the moisture discharged from the desorption zone 72. The air outlet of the third channel 6 is connected to the second channel 5 for introducing dry air into the second channel 5.

[0058] The washing and care equipment of the present invention connects the other end of the second channel 5 to the processing chamber 2, and the air outlet of the third channel 6 is connected to the second channel 5. A condensation unit 62 is provided on the third channel 6 so that the moisture in the third channel 6 is dried by the condensation unit 62 and then introduced into the processing chamber 2, thereby accelerating the drying rate of the processing chamber 2 and reducing resource waste.

[0059] Furthermore, the washing and care equipment of the present invention, by setting an adsorption zone 71 and a desorption zone 72 in the moisture transfer component 7, adsorbs the moisture discharged from the treatment chamber 2 in the dehumidification chamber 3 through the adsorption zone 71, and receives the moisture absorbed by the adsorption zone 71, can concentrate the gas with a large air volume and low concentration of water vapor into a gas with a small air volume and high concentration of water vapor, and introduce dry air into the treatment chamber 2 through the second channel 5, to prevent the moisture inside the washing and care equipment from breeding odors, bacteria and mold, reduce the investment and operating costs of the washing and care equipment, improve the treatment efficiency of moisture removal, and thus improve the drying efficiency of the washing and care equipment.

[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] In addition, 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.

[0065] Example 1

[0066] 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.

[0067] The impeller is made of a material that absorbs moisture at low temperatures and dehumidifies at high temperatures.

[0068] 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.

[0069] The housing is provided with a partition, which divides the housing into an adsorption zone 71 and a desorption zone 72.

[0070] 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.

[0071] Preferably, the impeller is dynamically sealed to the housing.

[0072] 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.

[0073] 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.

[0074] Preferably, the angle of the adsorption zone 71 is an acute angle, and the angle of the desorption zone 72 is an acute angle.

[0075] In addition, the moisture transfer component 7 also includes a transmission mechanism 73 and a motor 74.

[0076] 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.

[0077] 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.

[0078] 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.

[0079] Furthermore, the rotor is a zeolite rotor, a silica gel rotor, a graphene rotor, or an activated alumina rotor.

[0080] 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.

[0081] Silicone roller (silicone (mSiO2·nH2O), also known as silica gel).

[0082] Activated alumina rotor (activated bauxite, English name: Activatedalumina), chemical formula: Al2O3.

[0083] All the impellers have the characteristics of low-temperature moisture absorption and high-temperature dehumidification.

[0084] Example 2

[0085] This embodiment is a further limitation based on the above embodiment one. In addition to the structure involved in embodiment one, the condensation unit 62 in this embodiment is disposed in the dehumidification chamber 3, and the air outlet is connected to the second channel 5 in the dehumidification chamber 3.

[0086] Furthermore, a circulating fan 51 is provided on the second channel 5. The circulating fan 51 is located inside the dehumidification chamber 3 and is used to introduce the dehumidified air from the adsorption zone 71 into the second channel 5.

[0087] 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.

[0088] One specific implementation method is, as follows: Figure 1 As shown, the air outlet of the third channel 6 is connected to the air inlet side of the circulating fan 51.

[0089] Another specific implementation method is, as follows: Figure 2 As shown, the air outlet of the third channel 6 is connected to the air outlet side of the circulating fan 51.

[0090] This invention connects the air outlet of the third channel 6 to the air inlet / outlet side of the circulating fan 51, so that the air dried by the condensation unit 62 in the third channel 6 is quickly introduced into the processing chamber 2 by the circulating fan 51, which further accelerates the airflow rate in the processing chamber 2 and further improves the drying efficiency of the washing and care equipment.

[0091] Example 3

[0092] This embodiment is a further limitation based on the above embodiment one. In addition to the structure involved in embodiment one, the condensation unit 62 in this embodiment is disposed outside the dehumidification chamber 3, and the air outlet is connected to the second channel 5 outside the dehumidification chamber 3.

[0093] The second channel 5 is equipped with a circulating fan 51, which is located outside the dehumidification chamber 3.

[0094] In one specific implementation, the air outlet of the third channel 6 is connected to the air inlet side of the circulating fan 51 located outside the dehumidification chamber 3.

[0095] Another specific implementation is that the air outlet of the third channel 6 is connected to the air outlet side of the circulating fan 51.

[0096] Example 4

[0097] This embodiment is a further limitation based on the above embodiments two and three. In addition to the structures involved in embodiments two and three, the condensation unit 62 in this embodiment is provided with a drain pipe 621 and an exhaust pipe.

[0098] The drain pipe 621 is used to receive condensate from the condensation unit 62.

[0099] The exhaust pipe is connected to the third channel 6, and the exhaust pipe is used to discharge the condensed air.

[0100] 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.

[0101] 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, thus saving resources.

[0102] Furthermore, the washing and care equipment is also equipped with a condensate storage box 11, which is used to store condensate.

[0103] The washing and care equipment housing 1 has an opening (not shown in the figure), and the condensate storage box 11 is pulled out and installed inside the washing and care equipment housing 1 through the opening.

[0104] 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.

[0105] 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.

[0106] Furthermore, the desorption zone 72 is sealed inside the housing cavity 31, and the adsorption zone 71 is located outside the housing cavity 31.

[0107] 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.

[0108] Specifically, the rotating wheel is partially sealed within the housing cavity 31.

[0109] Furthermore, the air inlet of the third channel 6 penetrates the dehumidification chamber shell 32 and communicates with the receiving cavity 31.

[0110] Specifically, the air inlet of the third channel 6 is connected to the air outlet side of the desorption zone 72.

[0111] Furthermore, the dehumidification chamber 3 also includes a dehumidification chamber housing 32, with both ends of the housing abutting against the inner wall of the dehumidification chamber housing 32.

[0112] It should be noted that when the humid air in the processing chamber 2 is introduced into the dehumidification chamber 3 through the first channel 4, the two ends of the casing are respectively in contact with the inner wall of the dehumidification chamber shell 32, which blocks the humid air on the air inlet side of the adsorption zone 71. This prevents the humid air from entering the air outlet side of the adsorption zone 71 and causing the humid air to leak out of the dehumidification chamber 3, resulting in a reduction in the dehumidification effect of this washing and care equipment, an increase in dehumidification time, and an increase in energy consumption.

[0113] Furthermore, a heating unit 311 is provided inside the receiving cavity 31 for heating the desorption zone 72.

[0114] 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.

[0115] 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.

[0116] Specifically, the regeneration fan 61 is installed inside the dehumidification chamber 3.

[0117] More specifically, the regeneration fan 61 is disposed inside the receiving cavity 31, or the regeneration fan 61 is disposed outside the receiving cavity 31.

[0118] 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 exhausts 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.

[0119] 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.

[0120] Example 5

[0121] This embodiment is based on embodiments one through four. In addition to the structures described in embodiments one through four, 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.

[0122] 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.

[0123] 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.

[0124] The nursing chamber may also be equipped with an aromatherapy unit and / or a deodorizing unit to eliminate odors present in the nursing chamber.

[0125] Example 6

[0126] The following explanation uses a garment care cabinet as an example.

[0127] This embodiment is a further limitation based on the above embodiments one to five, and includes, in addition to the structures involved in embodiments one to five, such as Figures 2 to 3 As shown, the dehumidification chamber 3 is located at the bottom of the processing chamber 2.

[0128] 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.

[0129] The dehumidification chamber housing 32 is disposed inside the processing chamber 2, and the dehumidification chamber 3 is disposed inside the dehumidification chamber housing 32. The air inlet of the first channel 4 and the air outlet of the second channel 5 are disposed on the dehumidification chamber housing 32 and communicate with the processing chamber 2.

[0130] This embodiment improves the dehumidification effect of the garment care cabinet by setting a dehumidification chamber shell 32 inside the processing chamber 2, with the dehumidification chamber 3 located inside the dehumidification chamber shell 32. The air inlet of the first channel 4 and the air outlet of the second channel 5 are located on the dehumidification chamber shell 32 and communicate with the processing chamber 2, thereby achieving the most efficient air circulation in the garment care cabinet. Moisture in the processing chamber 2 can be directly introduced into the dehumidification 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.

[0131] Furthermore, the air inlet of the first channel 4 is located on the side wall of the dehumidification chamber housing 32, and the air outlet of the second channel 5 is located on the top wall of the dehumidification chamber housing 32.

[0132] 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.

[0133] The air inlet of the first channel 4 is located on the side wall of the dehumidification chamber housing 32. When the garment care cabinet is working, the moisture flows downward and enters the dehumidification chamber 3 from the side wall of the dehumidification chamber housing 32, allowing the moisture to enter the dehumidification 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 dehumidification chamber housing 32. When the moisture accumulates at the bottom of the garments, the dried moisture is discharged from the top of the dehumidification chamber housing 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.

[0134] In one embodiment, the dehumidification chamber 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 dehumidification chamber housing 32 and the bottom wall inside the processing chamber 2 form a stepped structure on the left and right sides.

[0135] Specifically, in this embodiment, the dehumidification chamber 3 occupies only a part of the bottom of the processing chamber 2, and the side wall of the dehumidification chamber shell 32 adjacent to the opening of the processing chamber 2 is set so that the dehumidification chamber shell 32 and the bottom wall of the processing chamber 2 form a stepped structure on the left and right sides. This allows the processing chamber 2 to have different heights of accommodating space inside, and the height of the processing chamber 2 on the top wall of the dehumidification chamber shell 32 is less than the height on the bottom wall of the processing chamber 2. This can effectively achieve 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.

[0136] 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.

[0137] In another embodiment, the dehumidification chamber 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 dehumidification chamber housing 32 and the bottom wall inside the processing chamber 2 form a front and rear stepped structure.

[0138] Specifically, by setting the dehumidification chamber housing 32 on the rear wall opposite to the opening of the processing chamber 2, the dehumidification chamber housing 32 and the bottom wall of the processing chamber 2 form a stepped structure, so that the processing chamber 2 has different heights of accommodating space, and the height of the processing chamber 2 on the top wall of the dehumidification chamber housing 32 is less than the height on the bottom wall of the processing chamber 2. This can effectively achieve the care of clothes of different lengths and sizes, prevent wrinkles from forming at the bottom of the clothes, and improve the care effect of the clothes.

[0139] 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.

[0140] 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.

[0141] 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.

[0142] 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 care 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, and is connected to the processing chamber to discharge dry air. The third channel has an air inlet at one end and an air outlet at the other. 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; The moisture transfer component is equipped with: The adsorption zone is located outside the housing cavity. The air inlet side of the adsorption zone is connected to the dehumidification chamber for adsorbing moisture inside the dehumidification chamber. The air outlet side of the adsorption zone is connected to the air inlet of the second channel for introducing dried air into the second channel. The desorption zone is sealed within the housing cavity. After the rotor 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. The housing cavity is also equipped with a heating unit for heating the desorption zone. The impeller is dynamically sealed to the housing, which can concentrate a large volume of gas with low concentration of water vapor into a small volume of gas with high concentration of water vapor. The third channel is equipped with a condensation unit for condensing the moisture discharged from the desorption zone. The air inlet of the third channel penetrates the dehumidification chamber shell and communicates with the receiving cavity. The air outlet of the third channel is communicated with the second channel for introducing dry air into the second channel. The second channel is equipped with a circulating fan to introduce the dehumidified air from the adsorption zone into the second channel; the air outlet of the third channel is connected to the air inlet side of the circulating fan, or the air outlet of the third channel is connected to the air outlet side of the circulating fan. 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 condensation unit is located in the dehumidification chamber, and the air outlet is connected to the second channel inside the dehumidification chamber.

3. The washing and care equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, The condensation unit is located outside the dehumidification chamber, and the air outlet is connected to a second channel outside the dehumidification chamber.

4. The washing and care equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that, The condensation unit is equipped with a drain pipe for receiving condensate from the condensation unit; The exhaust pipe is connected to the third channel and is used to discharge the condensed air.

5. A washing and care device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The washing and care equipment is also equipped with a condensate storage box for storing condensate; 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.

6. The washing and care equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The dehumidification chamber also includes a dehumidification chamber shell, the two ends of which abut against the inner wall of the dehumidification chamber shell.

7. 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.

8. A washing and care device according to claim 1, characterized in that, A humidity sensor is installed in the processing chamber or the first channel to detect air humidity and control the dehumidification of the processing chamber.

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

10. A washing and care device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The processing chamber is equipped with an aromatherapy unit and / or a deodorizing unit to eliminate odors in the chamber.

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