Foot bath intelligent robot

Abstract

This application discloses a foot-soaking intelligent robot, including a foot-soaking machine and a base. The foot-soaking machine includes a tub with a foot-soaking cavity formed within it. The foot-soaking cavity has an opening. The base has a placement cavity for storing the foot-soaking machine, with an inlet and outlet. The foot-soaking machine can enter and exit the placement cavity through the inlet and outlet. The base has a first controller and a lifting mechanism. The first controller controls the lifting mechanism to raise or lower the base, thereby adjusting the height of the placement cavity. When the base is raised to a first position, the foot-soaking machine can enter or exit the placement cavity through the inlet and outlet. When the foot-soaking machine enters the placement cavity, the base can lower to a second position. This foot-soaking intelligent robot can be folded and stored, reducing its size and saving space.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of foot bath technology, and in particular to a foot bath intelligent robot. Background Technology

[0002] Foot bath machines are health and wellness products used for soaking and massaging the feet. As people's living standards improve, they increasingly seek intelligent and convenient solutions. Currently, there is some research on intelligent walking foot bath machines, but because these products are designed with a base unit for parking, the base unit is bulky and occupies valuable indoor space. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This application aims to address at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, one objective of this application is to propose a smart foot bath robot. This smart foot bath robot can be stored in a foot bath machine, and its overall size is small when stored, thus saving space.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this application discloses a foot bath intelligent robot, characterized in that it includes:

[0005] A foot bath machine, comprising a tub body, wherein a foot bath cavity is formed within the tub body, and the foot bath cavity has an opening;

[0006] The base unit has a placement cavity for storing a foot bath machine. The placement cavity has an inlet and outlet, through which the foot bath machine can enter and exit the placement cavity. The base unit has a first controller and a lifting mechanism. The first controller can control the lifting mechanism to drive the base unit to rise or fall, thereby adjusting the height of the placement cavity. When the base unit is raised to a first position, the foot bath machine can enter the placement cavity from the inlet and outlet or move out of the placement cavity. When the foot bath machine enters the placement cavity, the base unit can be lowered to a second position.

[0007] The foot bath intelligent robot of this application includes a foot bath machine and a base unit. The base unit is raised or lowered by a lifting mechanism to adjust the height of the placement cavity. This allows the height of the base unit to be reduced after the foot bath machine is stored in the placement cavity, thus reducing its size and effectively saving space. Moreover, when the foot bath machine needs to enter or exit the placement cavity, the base unit can be raised to avoid the foot bath machine, ensuring sufficient space for the foot bath machine to enter and exit the placement cavity and preventing interference between the foot bath machine and the entrance or top of the placement cavity.

[0008] In some embodiments, the base unit includes a first body and a second body connected to each other, the second body being able to be fitted onto the first body and forming the placement cavity between them, at least a portion of the placement cavity being formed inside the first body, the bottom wall of the placement cavity being formed inside the first body, and the lifting mechanism being able to drive the second body to rise or fall relative to the first body to adjust the height of the base unit.

[0009] In some embodiments, the first controller is disposed on the second body, and the lifting mechanism is disposed between the first body and the second body. The lifting mechanism includes a rod and a motor. The motor is electrically connected to the first controller. The first controller controls the motor to drive the rod to extend or shorten along the height direction of the base, so as to drive the second body to move up or down relative to the first body.

[0010] In some embodiments, the lower part of the second body is fitted around the outer periphery of the first body, and a first guide rail extending along the height direction of the base is provided on the outer wall of the first body or one of the second bodies. A guide groove is provided on the outer wall of the first body or the other of the second body, and the first guide rail is disposed in the guide groove. When the second body rises or falls relative to the first body, the first guide rail and the guide groove slide relative to each other.

[0011] In some embodiments, the lower end of the second body is provided with a cover plate, which moves synchronously with the second body. When the second body descends to the second position, the cover plate contacts the opening of the foot bath cavity and seals the opening. When the second body rises to the first position, the cover plate separates from the opening.

[0012] In some embodiments, a second guide rail extending along the height direction of the base is provided on one of the inner surface of the side wall of the first body and the cover plate, and a slider is provided on the other of the inner surface of the side wall of the first body and the cover plate. The second guide rail slides in cooperation with the slider and is used to guide the lifting and lowering movement of the second body relative to the first body.

[0013] In some embodiments, the cover plate is provided with an auxiliary component, which is connected to the first controller. The auxiliary component includes one or more of a water supply component, a sterilization component, and a drying component. When the cover plate seals the cavity, the first controller controls the lifting mechanism to stop working and controls the auxiliary component to start, so as to perform one or more of the functions of water supply, sterilization, or drying on the foot bath cavity.

[0014] In some embodiments, the auxiliary component includes a drying component, which includes a fan. The cover plate has an air outlet on the side facing away from the placement cavity. When the foot bath machine is placed in the placement cavity, the fan blows air towards the foot bath cavity through the air outlet, and the foot bath cavity is dried when the cover plate seals the opening of the foot bath cavity.

[0015] In some embodiments, the auxiliary component includes a sterilization component, which includes a sterilization lamp disposed on the cover and capable of emitting light toward the foot bath cavity.

[0016] In some embodiments, the auxiliary component includes a water supply component disposed on the side of the cover plate facing away from the placement cavity, wherein the water outlet of the water supply component is directed toward the foot bath cavity for supplying water to the foot bath cavity.

[0017] In some embodiments, the water supply assembly includes a water tank and a spray head. The water tank is used to hold clean water. The water tank and the spray head are connected by a water pipe to form a water passage. The spray head is located on the side of the cover plate facing the foot bath cavity. The cover plate has a connecting hole. The water pipe or a part of the spray head passes through the connecting hole to connect the water tank and the spray head. The spray head is used to spray water toward the foot bath cavity.

[0018] In some embodiments, the sidewall of the tub is at least partially made of a foldable flexible material. After the auxiliary component completes its operation, the first controller controls the lifting mechanism to start working to drive the second body to continue descending. The cover plate applies pressure to the foot bath machine, causing the flexible material portion of the sidewall of the tub to fold. When the second body descends to the third position, the first controller controls the lifting mechanism to stop working. Alternatively, the sidewall of the tub is at least partially made of a foldable flexible material. The foot bath machine is equipped with a second controller and a telescopic mechanism. The second controller can communicate with the first controller. After receiving the information that the auxiliary component has completed its operation, the second controller controls the telescopic mechanism to fold. The first controller controls the lifting mechanism to drive the second body to continue descending to the third position.

[0019] In some embodiments, the base unit further includes a first detection switch, which is disposed on the edge of the end face of the foot bath cavity or on the surface of the foot bath machine facing the cover plate. The first detection switch is electrically connected to the first controller and is triggered when the cover plate reaches the second position of sealing the cavity opening. The first controller controls the lifting mechanism to stop working according to the trigger signal.

[0020] In some embodiments, a second detection switch is also included. The second detection switch is disposed on the first body or the foot bath machine. When the base is lowered to the third position, the second body can contact the second detection switch, and the second detection switch is triggered to generate a signal. The first controller controls the lifting mechanism to stop driving. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a foot bath intelligent robot according to one embodiment of this application.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a front view structural diagram of a foot bath intelligent robot according to one embodiment of this application.

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first body according to an embodiment of this application.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second body according to an embodiment of this application.

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the connection between the cover plate and the bottom wall of the placement cavity according to one embodiment of this application.

[0026] Figure 6 This is an exploded structural diagram of the cover plate according to one embodiment of this application.

[0027] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the lower cover plate according to one embodiment of this application.

[0028] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the foot bathing smart robot in an folded state according to one embodiment of this application.

[0029] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the base of the foot bath intelligent robot according to one embodiment of the present application in a folded or partially folded state.

[0030] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the foot bathing intelligent robot in a folded state according to one embodiment of this application.

[0031] Figure label:

[0032] 1. Foot bath machine; 10. Bath tub; 101. Bath tub wall; 11. Opening;

[0033] 2. Base unit; 20. Placement cavity; 201. Cavity bottom; 202. Side wall; 21. First body; 210. First cavity; 2101. Bottom wall; 2102. Opening; 2103. Side wall; 211. Inlet / outlet; 212. Bottom plate; 213. Side plate; 214. First guide rail; 22. Second body; 220a. Lower end; 220b. Cover plate; 2201. Upper cover plate; 2202. Lower cover plate; 2203. Second cavity; 2204. Air outlet; 2205. Inlet Air vent; 2206, connecting hole; 2207, spray head; 2208, mounting component; 2209, enclosure; 221, air drying assembly; 2210, fan; 2211, air duct; 2212, heating element; 222, sealing ring; 223, water supply assembly; 2231, filter; 2232, water pump; 224, upper shell; 2240, guide groove; 225, upper cavity; 23, lifting mechanism; 230, motor; 231, rod; 240, second guide rail; 241, slider. Detailed Implementation

[0034] Figures 1 to 10 The structure of a foot bath intelligent robot according to an embodiment of this application is shown.

[0035] As attached Figure 1 and Figure 2 The foot bath intelligent robot of this application includes a foot bath machine 1 and a base unit 2. The foot bath machine 1 includes a barrel 10 with a foot bath cavity formed inside. The foot bath cavity has an opening 11. The base unit 2 has a placement cavity 20 for storing the foot bath machine 1. The placement cavity 20 has an inlet / outlet 211, through which the foot bath machine 1 can enter and exit the placement cavity 20. The base unit 2 is provided with a lifting mechanism 23 and a first controller. The first controller can control the lifting mechanism 23 to drive the base unit 2 to rise or fall, thereby adjusting the height of the placement cavity 20. The base unit 2 has a first position in a raised state and a second position in a lowered state. When the base unit 2 is raised to the first position, the foot bath machine 1 can enter the placement cavity 20 from the inlet / outlet 211 or move out of the placement cavity 20. When the foot bath machine 1 enters the placement cavity 20, the base unit 1 can be lowered to the second position.

[0036] The first position is typically the maximum height the foot bath unit can reach, and the second position is typically the position where the unit descends to interfere with the foot bath machine. Specifically, this can be the position where the cover contacts and seals the opening of the foot bath chamber, as described later. The first and second positions can be identified by setting a detection switch, and the lifting mechanism will stop or pause operation when either the first or second position is reached.

[0037] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 8As shown, the foot bath machine 2 is in the first position raised state. At this time, there is a certain distance between the top of the foot bath machine 1 and the top wall of the placement cavity 20. The placement cavity 20 has enough space for the foot bath machine to move in and out, and the inlet and outlet 211 are fully open. Neither of these will interfere with the foot bath machine 1, so that the foot bath machine 1 has enough space to enter and exit the placement cavity 20 from the inlet and outlet.

[0038] By setting up a lifting mechanism to drive the base unit to rise or fall to adjust the height of the placement chamber, the height of the base unit can be reduced after the foot bath machine is stored in the placement chamber, that is, the volume can be reduced, effectively saving space. Moreover, when the foot bath machine needs to enter or exit the placement chamber, the base unit can be raised to avoid the foot bath machine, so that the foot bath machine has enough space to enter and exit the placement chamber, avoiding interference between the foot bath machine and the entrance or top of the placement chamber.

[0039] In this embodiment, when the foot bath machine 1 is not in use, it can move from the inlet / outlet 211 into the placement chamber 20. The base unit 2 is used to store the foot bath machine 1 and can provide auxiliary functions for it through auxiliary components, such as providing water supply, cleaning, sterilization, or drying. When the foot bath machine 1 has a functional requirement, it only needs to be placed in the base unit 2, and the base unit 2 can perform the function. When the user needs to use the foot bath machine 1, it can be moved out of the placement chamber 20 from the inlet / outlet 211.

[0040] like Figure 1 As shown, the foot bath machine 1 includes a tub body 10, which includes a bottom and a wall 101. The wall 101 surrounds the foot bath cavity to form a foot bath chamber. The upper part of the foot bath cavity is open or completely open to form an opening 11. The foot bath cavity is used to hold foot bath water. Users put their feet into the foot bath cavity through the opening 11 to enjoy foot bathing and massage.

[0041] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the base unit 2 is provided with a placement cavity 20, which is used to house the foot bath machine 1. When the user needs to use the foot bath machine 1, the foot bath machine 1 moves out of the placement cavity 20 and out of the base unit 2. After use, the foot bath machine 1 moves back into the placement cavity 20 of the base unit 2. The side wall 202 of the base unit 1 can be designed with multiple telescopic side walls that can be nested to achieve folding, similar to a telescopic structure. Through the extension and retraction between each telescopic side wall, the length of the entire side wall 202 of the base unit 1 along the height direction of the base unit can be variable, realizing the height adjustment of the placement cavity 20, and thus making the height of the base unit 2 adjustable.

[0042] like Figures 1 to 4As shown, the base unit 2 includes a first body 21 and a second body 22. The first body 21 has at least a partial placement cavity 20 formed inside it. The bottom wall of the placement cavity 20 is formed inside the first body 21. The second body 22 can be fitted onto the first body 21, and the placement cavity 20 is formed between the two. The lifting mechanism 23 can drive the second body 22 to move up or down relative to the first body 21 to adjust the height of the placement cavity 20.

[0043] That is, the base unit includes two telescopic side walls, a first body 21 and a second body 22, which are nested together. The second body 22 can be fitted onto the first body 21, or the second body 22 can be embedded within the first body 21. For example... Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the first body 21 can be a box-like structure, forming a first cavity 210 with a side wall 2103, a bottom wall 2101, and an opening 2102. The first cavity 210 is part of the placement cavity 20. The bottom wall 2101 of the first cavity 210 serves as the bottom wall of the placement cavity 20. When the foot bath machine 1 is housed in the base 2, the foot bath machine 1 is supported on the bottom wall 2101. An opening communicating with the first cavity 210 is provided on the front side of the first body 21. This opening serves as the entrance and exit 211 of the placement cavity 20. The foot bath machine 1 enters and exits the first cavity 210 from the entrance and exit 211. The second body 22 includes a lower end portion 220a. Specifically, the lower end portion 220a may be provided with a cover plate 220b. The cover plate and the bottom wall 2101 of the first cavity define a placement cavity 20. The distance between the bottom wall 2101 and the lower end portion 220a forms the height of the placement cavity 20. The side wall 2103 of the first cavity 210 located between the bottom wall 2101 and the lower end portion 220a serves as the side wall 202 of the placement cavity 20. When the second body 22 moves up or down relative to the first body 21, the relative distance between the lower end 220a and the bottom wall 2101 changes. Specifically, when the second body 22 moves down relative to the first body 21, the lower end 220a gradually approaches the bottom wall 2101, the distance between them decreases, and the height of the placement cavity 20 decreases, which is equivalent to the entire side wall of the seat 2 being folded, thus reducing the height of the seat 2. Correspondingly, when the second body 22 moves up relative to the first body 21, the lower end 220a gradually moves away from the bottom wall 2101, the distance between them increases, the height of the placement cavity 20 increases, and the height of the seat 2 also increases, thereby realizing the folding and unfolding of the seat 2.

[0044] The first controller is located on the second body 22, and the lifting mechanism 23 is located between the first body 21 and the second body 22. The first controller controls the lifting mechanism to move the second body 22 up and down relative to the first body 21, thereby raising or lowering the base unit 2 and achieving automatic control. The lifting mechanism 23 includes a rod 231 and a motor 230. The motor 230 is electrically connected to the first controller. The first controller controls the motor 230 to drive the rod 231 to extend or shorten along the height direction of the base unit 2, thereby moving the second body 22 up and down relative to the first body 21. The rod 231 can be a multi-section telescopic rod. The motor 230 can drive the rod 231 to extend or retract along the height direction of the base 2. The motor 230 can be set at the lower part of the first body 21, with one end of the rod connected to the motor 230 and the other end of the rod 231 connected to the cover plate 220b; or, the motor 230 can be set on the cover plate 220b, and the telescopic movable end of the rod 231 can be fixedly connected to the lower part of the first body 21.

[0045] By setting up a lifting mechanism mainly composed of a motor and rods, the second body can be moved relative to the first body by the extension and retraction of the rods, thus raising and lowering the base. Compared with traction methods such as articulated rods and ropes, the motor-driven rod lifting method has fewer overall structural parts, a simpler structure, is easier to implement, and provides smoother lifting, easier control, and controllable lifting precision.

[0046] In some embodiments, the motor 230 is located at the lower part of the first body 21, for example, the motor 230 is located on the bottom wall 2101, and the other end of the rod is connected to the cover plate. When the base unit 1 needs to be lowered and folded, the rod 231 retracts and drives the cover plate 220b to move towards the bottom wall 2101, and the second body 22 moves downward relative to the first body, thus reducing the height of the base unit 2. When the base unit needs to be raised, the rod 231 drives the cover plate 220b to rise away from the bottom wall 2101, and the second body 22 moves upward relative to the first body, thus increasing the height of the base unit 2. Figure 3 As shown, the motor 230 can be located beside or on the innermost side of the inlet 211 on the bottom wall 2101 to avoid obstructing the foot bath machine and prevent it from entering the placement chamber. The other end of the rod 231 is connected to the surface of the cover plate 220b facing the bottom wall 2101.

[0047] In other embodiments, the motor 230 is mounted on the cover plate 220b, and the other end of the rod 231 is fixedly connected to the lower part of the first body 21, for example, it can be connected to the bottom wall 2101. When the base needs to be raised, the rod 231 extends. When the foot bath robot is placed on the ground, since the end of the rod connected to the lower part of the first body does not move, the motor and the cover plate together move upward relative to the first body 21.

[0048] The foot bath machine 1 can enter and exit the placement chamber 20 through the inlet / outlet 211. The foot bath machine 1 is equipped with casters at its bottom for easy movement. The foot bath machine 1 can move in and out of the placement chamber 20 under set control. The cover plate 220b is provided with a mounting piece 2208 for connecting to the other end of the rod 231. The end of the rod 231 away from the motor can be fixed to the mounting piece 2208 using threaded fasteners or snap-fit ​​connections.

[0049] like Figure 9 As shown, the second body 22 has a lowered second position. When the second body 22 is lowered to the second position, the lower end 220a of the second body 22 contacts and seals the opening 11 of the foot bath machine 1. Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 8 As shown, when the second body 22 is raised to the first position, the lower end 220a of the second body 22 separates from the cavity 11. Thus, in the first position, the base unit 2 can avoid the foot bath machine 1, so that the foot bath machine 1 can enter or leave the placement cavity from the inlet 211 without interference. In the second position, the lower end 220a of the second body 22 covers the cavity 11 of the foot bath machine 1, so that the base unit 2 can perform preset operations such as drying, cleaning and sterilization on the foot bath machine 1.

[0050] The lower part of the second body 22 is fitted around the outer periphery of the first body 21. A first guide rail 214 extending along the height direction of the base is provided on the outer wall of the first body 21 or on one of the second body 22. A guide groove 2240 is provided on the outer wall of the first body 21 or on the other of the second body 22. The first guide rail 214 is disposed within the guide groove 2240. When the first controller controls the lifting mechanism 23 to operate, causing the second body 22 to rise or fall relative to the first body 21, the first guide rail 214 and the guide groove 2240 slide relative to each other, thereby allowing the second body to rise and fall. Typically, such as... Figure 1-3 As shown, the first guide rail is set on the outer wall of the first body, and the guide groove is set on the inner side of the second body. The second body slides up and down along the first guide rail. The cooperation between the first guide rail and the guide groove makes the lifting and lowering movement of the second body relative to the first body smooth and without swaying.

[0051] A second guide rail 240 extending along the height direction of the machine body is provided on one of the inner surface of the side wall of the first machine body 21 and the cover plate 220b. A slider is provided on the other of the inner surface of the side wall of the first machine body 21 and the cover plate 220b. The second guide rail 240 slides with the slider and is used to guide the lifting and lowering movement of the second machine body 22 relative to the first machine body 21. Figure 5In the preferred embodiment shown, the second guide rail 240 is disposed on the inner side wall of the first body, and the slider is disposed on the outer wall of the cover plate. The second guide rail of the slider is inserted into the notch of the slider. When the second body is raised or lowered, the slider can slide along the second guide rail, further guiding the movement of the second body, so that the second body 22 can move up and down more stably along the height direction of the base. In order to achieve synchronous and stable movement in all directions, sliders are provided at the four corners of the cover plate to cooperate with the four second guide rails. Conversely, the second guide rail can also be disposed on the side wall of the cover plate, and the slider can be disposed on the side wall of the first body.

[0052] like Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the lower end face of the second body 22 is provided with a cover plate 220b, and the second body 22 contacts and seals the opening 11 of the foot bath chamber through the cover plate 220b.

[0053] The second body 22 is fitted onto the first body 21. The cover plate 220b is located at the opening 2102 of the first cavity 210. It can move up and down in the first cavity 210 as the second body 22 moves relative to the first body 21. When the second body 22 reaches the second lowered position, the cover plate 220b is attached to the foot bath machine 1 and blocks the opening 11 of the foot bath cavity. When the second body 22 moves upward relative to the first body 21 until the cover plate 220b is separated from the foot bath machine 1, the cover plate 220b and the foot bath machine 1 are spaced apart. The cover plate 220b avoids the opening 11 of the foot bath cavity, making it convenient for the user to take out the foot bath machine 1 or for the foot bath machine 1 to move out of the placement cavity 20 independently.

[0054] In some preferred embodiments, the sidewalls of the tub 10 are at least partially made of a foldable flexible material, typically made of soft plastic, meaning the foot bath machine itself can be folded to reduce its height. Thus, when the base descends, after the cover 220b descends to the sealing cavity 11, the first controller continues to control the lifting mechanism 23 to drive the second body 22 to descend. The cover 220b applies pressure to the foot bath machine 1, causing the flexible portion of the sidewalls of the tub 10 to fold. When the second body 22 descends to the third position, the first controller stops the lifting mechanism 23. The third position is where the flexible material is folded into place. By also making the foot bath machine foldable, the second body can descend further to a lower third position, resulting in a lower overall height for the foot bath robot in its stored state, further reducing its size and saving space.

[0055] The cover plate 220b is provided with an auxiliary component, which is connected to the first controller. The auxiliary component includes one or more of the following: water supply component 223, sterilization component, and air drying component 221. When the cover plate 220b seals the opening 11 of the foot bath cavity, the first controller controls the lifting mechanism 23 to stop driving and controls the auxiliary component to start, so as to perform one or more of the following functions on the foot bath cavity: water supply, sterilization, or air drying.

[0056] The sterilization component can include any one of the following: a UV lamp or other germicidal lamp, an ion generator, or an ozone generator. For example, when the germicidal lamp is covering the opening 11 of the foot bath cavity with the cover plate 220b, the germicidal lamp can emit germicidal light towards the foot bath cavity, effectively improving the sterilization effect. The water supply component's outlet can face the foot bath cavity, supplying water to provide clean water for foot bathing, or supplying water to clean the foot bath cavity. The drying component can include a fan, which dries the foot bath cavity by blowing air into it, preventing bacterial growth.

[0057] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 As shown, the auxiliary components include a drying component 221, which is mounted on a cover plate 220b. The drying component 221 includes a fan 2210. The cover plate 220b has an air outlet 2204 that blows air towards the foot bath cavity. The air blown by the fan 2210 is delivered through the air outlet 2204 into the foot bath cavity, drying the cavity and preventing bacterial growth due to moisture. Opening the drying component with the cover plate 220b sealing the opening 11 of the foot bath cavity allows for better drying of the cavity, preventing hot air from flowing outwards, improving drying efficiency, and shortening the drying time of the foot bath machine 1.

[0058] In some embodiments, such as Figure 5 As shown, the cover plate 220b includes an upper cover plate 2201 and a lower cover plate 2202. A second cavity 2203 is formed between the upper cover plate 2201 and the lower cover plate 2202. The fan 2210 is disposed in the second cavity 2203. An air inlet 2205 is formed on the upper cover plate 2201. The air inlet 2205 can be a through hole provided on the upper cover plate 2201. An air outlet 2204 is formed on the lower cover plate 2202. The air outlet 2204 can be a through hole provided on the lower cover plate 2202. A surrounding plate 2209 protruding towards the upper cover plate 2201 is formed on the lower cover plate 2202. The surrounding plate 2209 is disposed between the fan and the air outlet to form an air duct. The fan 2210 draws air in through the air inlet 2205, and the air flows through the air duct to the air outlet 2204. The fan 2210 blows the air from the air outlet 2204 into the foot bath chamber to dry the foot bath machine 1.

[0059] To improve the drying speed and efficiency, the drying assembly 221 may also include a heating element 2212. The heating element is located in the air duct. The fan 2210 blows air toward the heating element 2212. The heated air is blown into the foot bath chamber from the air outlet 2204, which raises the temperature of the foot bath chamber of the foot bath machine 1 and quickly evaporates the water vapor in the foot bath chamber, achieving the effect of hot air drying and shortening the drying time of the foot bath machine 1. The hot air also has a certain sterilization effect.

[0060] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 As shown, the auxiliary components include a water supply component 223, which is located above the air-drying component 221. The water supply component 223 includes a water tank for containing clean water and a spray head 2207. The spray head 2207 serves as the water outlet of the water supply component 223. The water tank and the spray head 2207 form a water channel connection. The spray head 2207 is located on the end face of the cover plate 220b facing the foot bath chamber. The cover plate 220b has a through-hole 2206. The water tank and the spray head are connected by a water pipe. The water pipe or the head of the spray head passes through the through-hole 2206 to connect the water pipe to the spray head 2207. The spray head 2207 is used to add water to the foot bath chamber for foot bathing or to clean the foot bath chamber after the foot bath machine 1 has been used.

[0061] The water tank can be set on the upper part of the base unit, above the upper cover 2201. The water tank contains clean water. With the cover 220b covering the opening 11 of the foot bath machine 1, the foot bath machine 1 can be sprayed with water from the spray head 2207 to provide foot bath water or to clean the foot bath chamber after foot bathing. This allows the base unit 2 to supply water and / or clean the foot bath machine 1. Spraying water with the cover closed can prevent water from splashing onto the outside of the foot bath machine 1.

[0062] In some embodiments, the water supply assembly 223 may also include a filter 2231 and a water pump 2232. The water pump 2232 and the filter 2231 are arranged in the water path between the water pipe and the water tank. When the water in the water tank is not clean, such as tap water or water in the water tank becoming unclean after being left for a long time, the water pump and the filter can be activated to filter the water in the water tank. The filtered water is then supplied to the foot bath machine for users to soak their feet, thereby improving the cleanliness of the foot bath water.

[0063] In some embodiments, the auxiliary components include a sterilization component (not shown in the figure). The sterilization component can also be disposed on the side of the cover plate 220b facing away from the placement cavity 20. The sterilization component can communicate with the foot bath cavity of the foot bath machine 1, so that the sterilization medium output by the sterilization component enters the foot bath cavity to sterilize the foot bath cavity. For example, the sterilization component includes a sterilization lamp, preferably an ultraviolet lamp. The ultraviolet lamp is disposed on the lower cover plate 2202, for example, on the side of the lower cover plate 2202 facing away from the placement cavity 20. A light-transmitting hole is provided on the lower cover plate 2202 facing the ultraviolet lamp, and the ultraviolet rays emitted by the ultraviolet lamp can pass through the light-transmitting hole and enter the foot bath cavity.

[0064] Specifically, after the foot bath machine 1 has finished using it, it enters the placement chamber 20 of the base unit 2. At this time, both the placement chamber 20 and the foot bath machine 1 are in the unfolded state. The side wall 202 of the placement chamber 20 is in the first position, and a clearance gap is provided between the cover plate 220b and the opening 11 of the foot bath machine 1 to facilitate the foot bath machine 1 entering and exiting the placement chamber 20. Figure 8 The state shown. When the foot bath machine 1 needs to be dried, supplied with water, cleaned and / or sterilized, the side wall 202 of the placement chamber 20 is folded for the first time, the second body 22 descends to the second position, and the cover plate 220b moves downward to the position of sealing the opening 11 of the foot bath machine 1, as shown. Figure 9 As shown, the foot bath machine 1 remains in the unfolded state. Taking the foot bath machine needing cleaning and drying after use as an example, the water supply component 223 is activated to spray water into the foot bath chamber for cleaning, followed by the drying component 221 to dry the chamber. After drying, the first controller controls the lifting mechanism 23 to drive the second body 22 to fold a second time. The second body 22 continues to descend and applies pressure to the foot bath machine 1, causing the side walls of the foot bath machine 1 to fold. When the second body 22 descends to the third position, the side walls of the foot bath machine 1 are fully folded, and the cover plate 220b is in contact with and seals the cavity opening 11, resulting in a smaller volume for the foot bath robot when stored. Figure 10 The diagram shows both the landline phone and the foot bath machine in a folded state. At this point, the height of the smart foot bath robot is significantly greater than... Figure 1 and Figure 8 The low profile shown helps save space and also helps prevent dust from entering the foot bath machine and foot bath chamber.

[0065] In some embodiments, the base unit 2 is provided with a detection switch for controlling the upward or downward movement of the second body 22. By setting the detection switch, the lifting and lowering movement of the second body 22 relative to the first body 21 can be precisely controlled, preventing damage to the structure of the foot bath machine 1 when the base unit 2 is folded.

[0066] Specifically, the base unit 2 may also include a first detection switch, which is located on the edge of the end face of the cover plate 220b facing the foot bath cavity or on the surface of the foot bath machine 1 facing the cover plate 220b. The first detection switch is electrically connected to the first controller. It is triggered when the cover plate reaches the second position of sealing the opening of the foot bath machine cavity, and the first controller controls the lifting mechanism 23 to stop working according to the trigger signal.

[0067] In some embodiments, the first detection switch is a trigger-type detection switch, which is disposed on the surface of the foot bath machine 1 facing the cover plate 220b, for example, at the end face of the opening 11 of the foot bath cavity. When the base 2 is folded, when the second body 22 descends to the second position where the cover plate 220b covers the opening 11 of the foot bath machine 1, the cover plate 220b contacts the first detection switch, the first detection switch is triggered and generates a signal, the first controller receives the signal and controls the lifting mechanism 23 to stop working.

[0068] The first detection switch can be either a touch-sensitive detection switch or an inductive detection switch.

[0069] A second detection switch can also be installed on the base unit or foot bath machine. When the base unit 2 is folded twice, and the second body 22 descends to the third position, the lower end of the second body can contact the second detection switch. The second detection switch is triggered and generates a signal, which the first controller controls the lifting mechanism 23 to stop driving. For example, the second detection switch can be set at the lower end of the first guide rail. When the second body descends to the correct position, it will be touched or approach the second detection switch. The second detection switch can be of the same type as the first detection switch, and can be a trigger-type detection switch or an inductive detection switch.

[0070] In some embodiments, based on information indicating the completion of auxiliary component operations, the first controller controls the lifting mechanism 23 to drive the second body 22 to continue descending to apply pressure to the foot bath machine 1, causing the flexible portion of the side wall of the tub 10 to fold. When the second body 22 descends to the third position, the lifting mechanism 23 stops working. The start-up of the lifting mechanism 23 can be controlled by time, or by setting a second detection switch, or by a signal from the motor feedback to control its stop. In this embodiment, the foot bath machine can fold under external force, thus eliminating the need for a folding telescopic mechanism and control program inside the foot bath machine, which helps save costs. Furthermore, after folding, the foot bath machine allows the base to descend further, making the base smaller when stored, which is more conducive to saving space and convenient storage.

[0071] In other embodiments, the foot bath machine is equipped with a second controller and a telescopic mechanism. The second controller can control the telescopic mechanism to perform an automatic folding function. The second controller can communicate with the first controller. After receiving information that the auxiliary component has completed its execution, the second controller controls the telescopic mechanism to fold. The first controller controls the lifting mechanism 23 to drive the second body 22 to continue descending to the third position where the flexible body is folded. The telescopic mechanism and the lifting mechanism can be started simultaneously for folding, or the foot bath machine can automatically fold first, and then the lifting mechanism can be started to further fold the base. Setting the foot bath machine with an automatic folding function can avoid the foot bath machine being pressured by the cover, better protect the foot bath machine, and improve the automation function of the foot bath machine. Even if the foot bath machine is parked outside the base, it can still fold and store itself.

[0072] like Figure 4 As shown, the second body 22 also includes a circumferentially arranged upper shell 224, which is connected to the cover plate 220b. The upper shell 224 and the cover plate 220b together form an upper cavity 225, and the water supply component 223 is installed in the upper cavity 225, making the layout of the second body reasonable.

[0073] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the first body 21 includes multiple side plates 213 and a bottom plate 212. The multiple side plates 213 and the bottom plate 212 define a first cavity 210. There is a radial gap between the outer wall surface of the side plate 213 and the inner wall surface of the upper shell 224, so that when the second body 22 moves up and down relative to the first body 21, the upper shell 224 can be nested on the outside of the first body 21. The first guide rail 214 is provided on the outer wall surface of the side plate 213, and the guide groove 2240 is provided on the inner wall surface of the upper shell 224.

[0074] like Figure 7 As shown, a sealing ring 222 can also be provided between the cover plate 220b and the cavity 11 of the foot bath machine 1, so that the cover plate 220b and the foot bath machine 1 are sealed together when the fan 2210 is working, thus sealing the foot bath cavity. Figure 5 As shown, the area of ​​the cover plate 220b is larger than the area of ​​the foot bath machine 1 cavity 11. A sealing ring 222 can be set on the end face of the lower cover plate 2202 facing the foot bath machine 1. When the cover plate 220b is placed on the cavity 11 of the foot bath machine 1, the sealing ring surrounds the outer periphery of the cavity. The sealing ring can improve the sealing between the cover plate and the foot bath cavity, and has a better effect in performing auxiliary functions, such as preventing hot air from flowing out during air drying, preventing water from spraying out during water supply / cleaning, and preventing the leakage of sterilizing substances such as ultraviolet rays during sterilization.

[0075] Although this application has been described with reference to several typical embodiments, it should be understood that the terminology used is descriptive and exemplary, and not restrictive. Because this application can be embodied in many forms without departing from the spirit or essence of the embodiments, it should be understood that the above embodiments are not limited to any of the foregoing details, but should be interpreted broadly within the spirit and scope defined by the appended claims. Therefore, all variations and modifications falling within the scope of the claims or their equivalents should be covered by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A foot-soaking intelligent robot, characterized in that, include: A foot bath machine, comprising a tub body, wherein a foot bath cavity is formed within the tub body, and the foot bath cavity has an opening; A base unit has a placement cavity for storing a foot bath machine. The placement cavity has an inlet and outlet, through which the foot bath machine can enter and exit the placement cavity. The base unit has a first controller and a lifting mechanism. The first controller can control the lifting mechanism to drive the base unit to rise or fall, thereby adjusting the height of the placement cavity. When the base unit is raised to a first position, the foot bath machine can enter the placement cavity from the inlet and outlet or move out of the placement cavity. When the foot bath machine enters the placement cavity, the base unit can be lowered to a second position. The base unit has a cover plate. When the base unit is lowered to the second position, the cover plate contacts and seals the opening of the foot bath cavity. The base unit includes a first body and a second body connected to each other. The cover plate is equipped with an auxiliary component, which is connected to the first controller. At least a portion of the side wall of the tub is made of a foldable flexible material. After the auxiliary component completes its operation, the first controller controls the lifting mechanism to start working and drive the second body to continue descending. The cover plate applies pressure to the foot bath machine, causing the flexible part of the side wall of the tub to fold. When the second body descends to the third position, the first controller controls the lifting mechanism to stop working. Alternatively, at least a portion of the side wall of the tub is made of a foldable flexible material. The foot bath machine is equipped with a second controller and a telescopic mechanism. The second controller can communicate with the first controller. After receiving the information that the auxiliary component has completed its operation, the second controller controls the telescopic mechanism to fold. The first controller controls the lifting mechanism to drive the second body to continue descending to the third position. The foot bath unit also includes a first detection switch, which is located on the edge of the end face of the foot bath cavity or on the surface of the foot bath unit facing the cover plate. The first detection switch is electrically connected to the first controller and is triggered when the cover plate reaches the second position of sealing the cavity opening, generating a second position signal. The first controller controls the lifting mechanism to stop working based on the second position signal; and / or, It also includes a second detection switch, which is set on the first body or the foot bath machine. When the base is lowered to the third position, the second body can contact the second detection switch, and the second detection switch is triggered to generate a signal. The first controller controls the lifting mechanism to stop driving.

2. The intelligent foot bath robot according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second body can be fitted onto the first body and the two form the placement cavity. At least a portion of the placement cavity is formed inside the first body. The bottom wall of the placement cavity is formed inside the first body. The lifting mechanism can drive the second body to rise or fall relative to the first body to adjust the height of the base unit.

3. The intelligent foot bath robot according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first controller is located on the second body, and the lifting mechanism is located between the first body and the second body. The lifting mechanism includes a rod and a motor. The motor is electrically connected to the first controller. The first controller controls the motor to drive the rod to extend or shorten along the height direction of the base, so as to drive the second body to move up or down relative to the first body.

4. The intelligent foot bath robot according to claim 3, characterized in that, The lower part of the second body is fitted around the outer periphery of the first body. The outer wall of the first body or one of the second bodies is provided with a first guide rail extending along the height direction of the base. The outer wall of the first body or the other of the second body is provided with a guide groove. The first guide rail is disposed in the guide groove. When the second body rises or falls relative to the first body, the first guide rail and the guide groove slide relative to each other.

5. The intelligent foot bath robot according to claim 3, characterized in that, The lower end of the second body is provided with the cover plate. The cover plate moves synchronously with the second body. When the second body descends to the second position, the cover plate contacts the opening of the foot bath cavity and seals the opening. When the second body is raised to the first position, the cover plate separates from the cavity.

6. The intelligent foot bath robot according to claim 5, characterized in that, A second guide rail extending along the height direction of the base is provided on one of the inner surface of the side wall of the first body and the cover plate, and a slider is provided on the other of the inner surface of the side wall of the first body and the cover plate. The second guide rail slides in cooperation with the slider and is used to guide the lifting and lowering movement of the second body relative to the first body.

7. The intelligent foot bath robot according to claim 5, characterized in that, The auxiliary components include one or more combinations of a water supply component, a sterilization component, and an air-drying component. When the cover plate seals the cavity, the first controller controls the lifting mechanism to stop working and controls the auxiliary components to start, so as to perform one or more functions of water supply, sterilization, or air drying on the foot bath cavity.

8. The intelligent foot bath robot according to claim 7, characterized in that, The auxiliary components include a drying component, which includes a fan. The cover plate has an air outlet on the side facing away from the placement cavity. When the foot bath machine is placed in the placement cavity, the fan blows air towards the foot bath cavity through the air outlet. When the cover plate seals the opening of the foot bath cavity, the foot bath cavity is dried. Alternatively, the auxiliary component may include a sterilization component, which includes a sterilization lamp disposed on the cover and capable of emitting light toward the foot bath cavity.

9. The intelligent foot bath robot according to claim 7, characterized in that, The auxiliary components include a water supply component, which is located on the side of the cover plate facing away from the placement cavity. The water outlet of the water supply component can face the foot bath cavity to supply water to the foot bath cavity.

10. The intelligent foot bath robot according to claim 9, characterized in that, The water supply assembly includes a water tank and a spray head. The water tank is used to hold clean water. The water tank and the spray head are connected by a water pipe to form a water passage. The spray head is located on the side of the cover plate facing the foot bath cavity. The cover plate has a connecting hole. The water pipe or part of the spray head passes through the connecting hole to connect the water tank and the spray head. The spray head is used to spray water into the foot bath cavity.

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