Rod docking structure and docking method of automatic clothes integration and dispersion system

Abstract

This invention discloses a rod docking structure and docking method for an automatic clothing integration and dispersion system, including a first drying rod assembly and a second drying rod assembly; the first docking member at the rear end of the first drying rod includes a pivotally connected lever, two spaced-apart guide walls, and a first docking portion at the bottom of the docking groove; the second docking member includes an insert and a retaining plate, the retaining plate being used to cooperate with the lever, the insert having a second docking portion and an elastic pin on its lower side, the first docking portion and the second docking portion having a matching concave-convex structure; when the two drying rod assemblies are separated, the lever tilts downward and extends into the first track to block the inside of the first track opening, and the elastic pin extends downward and blocks the outside of the second track opening of the second track; when the two drying rod assemblies are docked, the insert enters the docking groove, the first docking portion and the second docking portion are engaged, the retaining plate presses down on the lever, the lever moves away from the first track opening, the elastic pin moves away from the second track opening, and the first track and the second track are docked and interconnected.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of equipment technology for clothes drying machines, and more particularly to a rod docking structure and docking method for an automatic clothing integration and dispersion system. Background Technology

[0002] Our company is currently developing an innovative automatic clothing integration and distribution system that cleverly combines the functions of a clothes dryer and a smart wardrobe, aiming to automate and improve the efficiency of clothing processing.

[0003] This automated clothing integration and distribution system includes a drying unit and a storage unit. The drying unit includes a main drying unit and a height-adjustable drying assembly. The drying assembly includes a drying rod and multiple hanging devices connected in sequence by ropes and movable along the drying rod. The main drying unit is equipped with a transmission mechanism and dispersing components.

[0004] The disassembly and assembly components move along the main drying unit under the action of the transmission mechanism, acting on the hanging items in different directions to achieve the convergence and dispersion of the hanging items. The storage unit includes a wardrobe and a connecting hanging rod. When the connecting hanging rod is in the first position, it extends out of the wardrobe and connects with the drying rod, and the hanging item disassembly and assembly components transfer the hanging items between the connecting hanging rod and the drying rod. In the second position, the connecting hanging rod detaches from the drying rod and enters the wardrobe.

[0005] Its core concept is that after clothes are naturally dried in the clothes dryer, they can seamlessly transition to the wardrobe for further automatic drying or deep sterilization treatment, ensuring that the clothes are both dry and hygienic.

[0006] This system not only significantly improves the efficiency and convenience of clothing handling, but also brings users an unprecedented hygienic and comfortable experience. Given the closed design of the ends of traditional drying rod rails, we need to design a docking structure at the ends of the drying rods for this type of clothing handling system, providing a mechanism that is both safe and flexible. Summary of the Invention

[0007] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a rod docking structure and docking method for an automatic clothing integration and dispersal system.

[0008] The technical solution adopted by the present invention to solve the above-mentioned technical problems is: a rod docking structure for an automatic clothing integration and dispersion system, including a first drying rod assembly and a second drying rod assembly;

[0009] The first drying rod assembly includes a first drying rod having a first track and a first connecting piece located at the rear end of the first drying rod;

[0010] The second drying rod assembly includes a second drying rod having a second track and a second connecting piece located at the front end of the second drying rod;

[0011] The first docking member includes a base and a lever member pivotally connected to the end of the base. The base is provided with two spaced-apart guide walls located on the front side of the lever member, and a connecting groove is formed between the two guide walls. A first connecting part is provided at the bottom of the connecting groove.

[0012] The second docking member includes an insert that matches the mating groove and a retaining piece that extends beyond the front end of the insert and is located above the insert. The retaining piece is used to cooperate with the lever member. The lower side of the insert is provided with a second mating portion and an elastic pin that moves up and down sequentially from the end. The first mating portion and the second mating portion are mutually matching concave and convex structures. When the concave and convex structures are engaged, they restrict the first drying rod assembly and the second drying rod assembly from moving relative to each other along the length direction.

[0013] When the first drying rod assembly and the second drying rod assembly are separated, the lever extends downward into the first track to block the inside of the first track opening, and the elastic pin extends downward to block the outside of the second track opening of the second track.

[0014] When the first drying rod assembly and the second drying rod assembly are connected, the insert enters the connecting groove along the guide wall, the first connecting part and the second connecting part are connected, the abutment plate presses down on the lever, the lower end of the lever rotates upward and away from the first track opening, the elastic pin is squeezed and retracts upward and away from the second track opening, the first track and the second track are connected and interconnected.

[0015] The preferred technical solution adopted by the present invention to solve the above-mentioned technical problem is as follows: the width of the guide wall at least at the upper opening is greater than the width of the insert, the first joint is a transverse convex ridge extending perpendicular to the length direction of the first drying rod, and the second joint is a transverse groove extending perpendicular to the length direction of the second drying rod.

[0016] The preferred technical solution adopted by the present invention to solve the above-mentioned technical problems is as follows: the cross-sectional shape of the transverse convex ridge is triangular, and the cross-sectional shape of the transverse groove is inverted triangular.

[0017] The preferred technical solution adopted by the present invention to solve the above-mentioned technical problems is as follows: the inner side of the guide wall includes a guide slope that slopes from top to bottom and from outside to inside, and the guide slopes of the two guide walls are inclined relative to each other to form an upwardly flared guide structure.

[0018] The preferred technical solution adopted by the present invention to solve the above-mentioned technical problems is as follows: the end of the first drying rod is provided with a first insertion groove located above the first track, the first insertion groove includes first slot walls on both sides, and the front side of the first insertion groove communicates downward with the first track;

[0019] The first docking member is inserted into the first insertion slot; when the rear end of the lever member is not subjected to a downward force, the front end of the lever member extends downward from the front end of the first insertion slot into the first track.

[0020] The preferred technical solution adopted by the present invention to solve the above-mentioned technical problem is as follows: the first joint is disposed at the very end of the bottom of the joint groove, and the elastic pin is squeezed by the bottom wall of the first insertion groove.

[0021] The preferred technical solution adopted by the present invention to solve the above-mentioned technical problems is as follows: the bottom wall of the first insertion groove is provided with a first limiting rib extending along the length direction, and the bottom of the first docking member is provided with a first limiting groove that matches the first protruding limiting rib, and the first limiting rib matches the first limiting groove.

[0022] The upper edge of the first slot wall is provided with an inwardly bent folded wall, and the guide wall is inserted into the space below the folded wall in a matching manner;

[0023] When the first drying rod assembly and the second drying rod assembly are connected, the abutment piece is attached to the upper surface of the folding wall and the rear end of the lever member is tilted upward by the action of the lower surface.

[0024] The preferred technical solution adopted by the present invention to solve the above-mentioned technical problem is as follows: the first end face of the first slot wall is located inside the second end face of the first track, and the rear end of the guide wall forms a plug head;

[0025] The plug head abuts against the first end face of the first slot wall, the inner side of the plug head is continuous with the inner side of the guide wall, and the upper surface of the plug head is flush with the upper surface of the first slot wall.

[0026] The preferred technical solution adopted by the present invention to solve the above-mentioned technical problem is as follows: the front end of the second drying rod is provided with a second insertion groove located above the second track, and the second insertion groove includes second slot walls on both sides;

[0027] When the first drying rod assembly and the second drying rod assembly are connected, the upper surfaces of the first slot wall and the second slot wall are at the same height;

[0028] The bottom wall of the first insertion slot is provided with a second limiting rib extending along the length direction, and the bottom of the insert is provided with a second limiting groove that matches the second protruding limiting rib. The two limiting ribs match the second limiting groove.

[0029] The rear end of the insert is inserted into the second insertion slot; the abutment rests on the upper surface of the second slot wall, and the abutment, the insert, and the second drying rod are connected vertically by a positioning member.

[0030] The preferred technical solution adopted by the present invention to solve the above-mentioned technical problem is: the docking method of the rod docking structure of the automatic clothing integration and dispersion system as described above, including the following steps:

[0031] Step A: The first drying rod assembly descends to the space below the second drying rod assembly;

[0032] Step B: The second drying rod assembly moves to the docking position, the rear end of the first drying rod assembly and the front end of the second drying rod assembly are aligned vertically, and the first docking piece and the second docking piece are vertically aligned.

[0033] Step C: Raise the first drying rod assembly to the docking position. The insert enters the docking groove along the guide wall. The first docking part and the second docking part are docked. The abutment plate presses down on the raised rear end of the lever. The lower end of the lever rotates upward and away from the first track opening. The elastic pin is squeezed and retracts upward and away from the second track opening. The first track and the second track are docked and interconnected.

[0034] Step D: After the docking is completed, the first and second drying rods are combined to form a rigid rod, the first and second tracks are connected, and the suspension components move and switch positions between the two drying rods.

[0035] Compared with existing technologies, the advantages of this invention are: a robust interlocking system is constructed through the precise cooperation between the concave-convex structure of the first joint and the second joint. This design not only effectively prevents relative movement and misalignment of the two drying rods under wind or external forces, but also significantly improves the structural stability of the entire docking system.

[0036] This interlocking along the length direction prevents the failure of the abutment plate against the lever component and the compression failure of the elastic pin at the rear end of the first drying rod assembly. Furthermore, the two guide walls allow for the movement of the insert in the lateral position, further preventing docking failure.

[0037] When the drying racks are joined, the limiting mechanism and the track unsealing structure work together simultaneously to achieve track connection upon joining. This creates a highly coordinated hanging point switching mechanism, providing a smooth and continuous sliding path for the hanging components and ensuring that clothes smoothly switch positions between the two racks. It also provides the physical basis for setting up an automated hanging component distribution, closure, and transfer mechanism between the two racks, laying a solid foundation for the system's automation expansion and upgrades.

[0038] Furthermore, it achieves separation and sealing, preventing the hanging components on the corresponding tracks from detaching after the two drying rods separate. In other words, this rod-connecting structure ensures stable movement and switching of the hanging components within the tracks, while simultaneously sealing the ends of the tracks at the moment of separation, effectively limiting the outward slippage of the hanging components and ensuring the safe fixation of clothes on the drying rods. Attached Figure Description

[0039] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and preferred embodiments. However, those skilled in the art will understand that these drawings are drawn only for the purpose of explaining the preferred embodiments and therefore should not be construed as limiting the scope of the invention. Furthermore, unless specifically indicated, the drawings are only schematic representations of the composition or structure of the described objects and may contain exaggerated depictions, and the drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale.

[0040] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an automatic clothing integration and distribution system.

[0041] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the state switching of an automatic clothing integration and distribution system.

[0042] Figure 3 A schematic diagram showing the separation of the rod docking structure for an automatic clothing integration and dispersal system.

[0043] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the first drying rod in the first drying rod assembly.

[0044] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the first connecting piece in the first drying rod assembly.

[0045] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the first drying rod assembly after assembly in the rod connection structure.

[0046] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the second drying rod assembly after assembly in the rod connection structure.

[0047] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the second drying rod and insert in the second drying rod assembly.

[0048] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the second drying rod in the second drying rod assembly.

[0049] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the second connecting piece in the second drying rod assembly.

[0050] Figure 11 The process of connecting the first and second drying rack assemblies Figure 1 .

[0051] Figure 12The process of connecting the first and second drying rack assemblies Figure 2 .

[0052] Figure 13 This is a diagram showing the completed connection of the first and second drying rod assemblies. Detailed Implementation

[0053] Preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that these descriptions are merely descriptive and exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the scope of the invention.

[0054] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product of this invention is in use. They are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this invention. Similarly, terms such as "first" and "second" are only for the purpose of facilitating understanding and have no other directional meaning, and should not be regarded as limitations on this invention.

[0055] like Figure 1-3 As shown, the rod docking structure 200 of the automatic clothing integration and dispersal system 100 provided in this embodiment is suitable for docking two independent modules in the automatic clothing integration and dispersal system 100. To facilitate understanding of the rod docking structure 200 system, the automatic clothing integration and dispersal system 100 will be introduced before describing the rod docking structure 200. However, the following description of the implementation of the automatic clothing integration and dispersal system 100 should not be construed as a limitation on the rod docking structure 200 of the automatic clothing integration and dispersal system 100 of this patent. Those skilled in the art can apply the rod docking structure 200 to any type of automatic clothing integration and dispersal system 100 with a dual-rod docking intent using conventional techniques in the art.

[0056] like Figure 1-2 As shown, the automatic clothing integration and distribution system 100 includes a first clothing hanging unit 101 and a second clothing hanging unit 102. In this embodiment, the first clothing hanging unit 101 is a smart clothes drying rack installed on the ceiling wall; the second clothing hanging unit 102 is a clothing storage and processing device. The smart clothes drying rack includes a main unit 1 and a height-adjustable clothes rack, which includes a first drying rod assembly 2. The first drying rod assembly 2 is suspended by a steel wire rope, therefore it will sway slightly even without external force. The clothing storage and processing device includes a cabinet 3 and a second drying rod assembly 4. The second drying rod assembly 4 has a first position state and a second position state.

[0057] like Figure 2 As shown, in the first position, the second drying rod assembly 4 extends out of the cabinet 3 and connects with the first drying rod assembly 2. In the second position, the second drying rod assembly 4 detaches from the first drying rod assembly 2 and enters the cabinet 3. This connection method allows for the transfer of clothing between the clothes dryer and the clothing storage and processing device. The clothing storage and processing device not only provides space for clothing storage, but its interior can also be equipped with modules for drying, air drying, aromatherapy, and disinfection, allowing for more refined processing of clothing.

[0058] The automatic clothing integration and dispersal system 100 provided in this embodiment utilizes a rod-connecting structure 200 to enable rapid connection and separation of two unit modules. This separation results in a small, compact size for each unit module, facilitating the entire system's fabrication, transportation, and installation. During use, when switching between storage and drying states, the two units can connect and work together to complete the function switch. During storage, the clothes dryer dries clothes independently; during storage, the clothes are concealed within the cabinet 3, resulting in a neater spatial layout and maximizing the use of both function and space.

[0059] The following is a detailed description of the rod docking structure 200 of the automatic clothing integration and dispersal system 100. For example... Figure 3 As shown, the rod docking structure 200 of the automatic clothing integration and dispersal system 100 includes a first drying rod assembly 2 and a second drying rod assembly 4.

[0060] like Figure 3 , 11 As shown in Figure -13, the first drying rod assembly 2 includes a first drying rod 20 with a first track S1 and a first connecting piece 21 located at the rear end of the first drying rod 20; the second drying rod assembly 4 includes a second drying rod 40 with a second track S2 and a second connecting piece 41 located at the front end of the second drying rod 40. Preferably, the first track S1 and the second track S2 are downwardly open groove structures.

[0061] like Figure 3 , 5 As shown in Figure 6, the first docking member 21 includes a base 211 and a lever member 212 pivotally connected to the end of the base 211. The base 211 is provided with two guide walls a spaced apart on the front side of the lever member 212, and a connecting groove b is formed between the two guide walls a. A first connecting part c is provided at the bottom of the connecting groove b.

[0062] As shown in 7, 8, and 10, the second mating member 41 includes an insert 411 that matches the mating groove b and a retaining piece 412 that extends beyond the front end of the insert 411 and is located above the insert 411. The retaining piece 412 is used to cooperate with the lever member 212. The lower side of the insert 411 is provided with a second mating portion d and a vertically movable elastic pin 413 in sequence from the end. The elastic pin 413 is a pin structure with a spring sleeved at the end.

[0063] The first joint c and the second joint d are mutually matching concave and convex structures. When the concave and convex structures are joined, they restrict the first drying rod assembly 2 and the second drying rod assembly 4 from moving relative to each other along the length direction.

[0064] As shown in 6, 7, 11, and 12, when the first drying rod assembly 2 and the second drying rod assembly 4 are separated, the lever 212 tilts downward and extends into the first track S1 to block the inside of the opening of the first track S1, and the elastic pin 413 extends downward and blocks the outside of the opening of the second track S2.

[0065] As shown in Figure 13, when the first drying rod assembly 2 and the second drying rod assembly 4 are connected, the insert 411 enters the connecting groove b along the guide wall a, the first connecting part c and the second connecting part d are connected, the abutment piece 412 presses down the lever 212, the lower end of the lever 212 rotates upward and moves away from the opening of the first track S1, the elastic pin 413 is squeezed and retracts upward and moves away from the opening of the second track S2, the first track S1 and the second track S2 are connected and interconnected.

[0066] Based on the above solutions, such as Figure 3 , 5 As shown in Figures 11-13, the lever 212 integrates the blocking part e of the closed track and the actuating part f that drives the blocking part e to switch movements into a single functional component. Using the center of the lever 212 as a fulcrum, rotation around this fulcrum achieves state switching. When its rear end is not under downward pressure, the blocking part e at its front end falls due to gravity, tilting downwards and extending into the first track S1, while the actuating part f at its rear end tilts upwards to prepare for receiving force. During docking, the actuating part f of the lever 212 is pressed down, and the blocking part e at its front end flips and tilts upwards, creating space below for the hanging parts mounted on the drying rod to pass smoothly.

[0067] On the other side, such as Figure 7 , 8 As shown in Figures 11-13, the elastic pin 413 achieves the locking and unlocking of the second track S2 through its longitudinal extension and retraction. The force for unlocking comes from the squeezing force of any component above the first track S1 at the end of the first drying rod assembly 2 during docking. In this state, the accumulated elastic potential energy of the elastic pin 413 provides the force for the separation and switching to the locking state.

[0068] In this embodiment, a robust interlocking system is constructed through the precise fit between the concave-convex structure of the first joint c and the second joint d. This design not only effectively prevents the relative movement and misalignment of the two drying rods under wind or external forces, but also significantly improves the structural stability of the entire docking system.

[0069] This interlocking along the length direction prevents the abutment plate 412 from failing against the lever 212, and prevents the rear end of the first drying rod assembly 2 from failing to compress the elastic pin 413. Furthermore, the two guide walls a allow the insert 411 to move laterally, further preventing docking failure.

[0070] When the drying racks are joined, the limiting mechanism and the track unsealing structure work together to achieve track connection upon joining, jointly constructing a highly coordinated hanging point switching mechanism. This provides a smooth and continuous sliding path for the hanging components, ensuring that the clothes can smoothly switch positions on the two drying racks. It also provides the physical basis for setting up an automated hanging component distribution, closure, and transfer mechanism between the two drying racks, laying a solid foundation for the system's automation expansion and upgrades. Furthermore, it achieves sealing upon separation, preventing the hanging components on the corresponding tracks from detaching after the two drying racks separate. In other words, this rack-jointing structure ensures stable movement and switching of the hanging components within the tracks, while simultaneously sealing the ends of the tracks at the moment of separation, effectively limiting the outward sliding of the hanging components and ensuring the safe fixation of the clothes on the drying racks.

[0071] It should be noted that the width of the two guide walls a at least at the upper opening is greater than the width of the insert 411, which is also the key to the guiding function of the guide walls a of the insert 411. This innovative design gives the clothes rack system the ability to adapt to slight lateral swaying. Even if imbalance or slight external force interference is encountered during use, it can ensure that the insert 411 smoothly enters the mating groove b, achieving seamless connection and greatly improving the smoothness of the user experience.

[0072] like Figure 3 As shown, preferably, to ensure smooth and accurate insertion of the insert 411 even with minor positional deviations, the inner side of the guide wall a is cleverly designed with a pair of guide ramps a1 that gradually slope from top to bottom and from the outside to the inside. These two opposing guide ramps a1, with their complementary angles, together create a unique guide structure that gradually widens upwards. This design, like a slide, not only provides a natural guiding path for the insert 411, effectively compensating for minor errors unavoidable during manufacturing or assembly, but also significantly reduces resistance and frictional collisions during insertion through the smooth transition of the ramps, thus achieving a more relaxed, efficient, and stable assembly process. Even if the insert 411 deviates slightly from its predetermined position, the pair of guide ramps a1 can guide the insert 411 to gradually adjust to the correct position, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the assembly.

[0073] Preferably, such as Figure 3 , 6As shown, a vertical positioning surface a2 is provided on the lower side of the guide slope a1. After the insert 411 enters the area between the two opposing vertical positioning surfaces a2, its lateral displacement is further reduced, effectively preventing unnecessary displacement in the horizontal direction. This design significantly reduces the lateral sway space of the insert 411, ensuring not only the tightness and stability of the connection between the drying rods and avoiding track deviation caused by swaying, but also greatly reducing noise problems that may be caused by poor contact or excessive gaps, providing users with a more stable and quiet user experience.

[0074] More preferably, such as Figure 3 , 6 As shown, to achieve a seamless transition from the guiding slope a1 to the vertical positioning surface a2, a circular arc transition surface a3 is used between the two. This design is not only aesthetically pleasing, but more importantly, it greatly enhances the overall guiding effect, allowing the insert 411 to be guided more smoothly from the slope to the positioning surface during sliding, reducing friction and wear caused by direct collision. The presence of the circular arc transition surface a3 is like laying a smooth movement trajectory for the insert 411, not only protecting the insert 411 and the positioning surface from damage, but also further improving the smoothness and accuracy of assembly, bringing users a more comfortable and convenient operating experience.

[0075] like Figure 3 , 5 As shown, the first joint c is a transverse protrusion extending perpendicular to the length of the first drying rod 20, and the second joint d is a transverse groove extending perpendicular to the length of the second drying rod 40. The transverse protrusion and groove not only provide the necessary lateral displacement clearance between the drying rods, but also effectively avoid the "positioning jamming" problem caused by deformation of the drying rods due to minor errors during installation or natural factors such as temperature changes and material aging during long-term use, ensuring the flexibility and durability of the drying rod system.

[0076] More importantly, this design ensures that the drying rod can freely adapt to changes within a certain range while also achieving precise positioning of the rod. The horizontal protrusions are precisely embedded in the horizontal grooves, and the tight fit between the two ensures the accuracy and stability of the drying rod connection, while also preventing unnecessary lateral movement of the drying rod during use, thus ensuring the overall stability and safety of the clothes drying system.

[0077] Furthermore, this design also demonstrates its superiority when it is necessary to disconnect the drying racks. The horizontal protrusions can easily slide out of the horizontal grooves, and the smooth separation between the two not only reduces the difficulty of operation but also avoids the inconvenience caused by jamming or sticking, bringing users a more convenient and efficient user experience.

[0078] More preferably, such as Figure 3 , 5 As shown, the cross-sectional shape of the transverse convex ridge is triangular, and the cross-sectional shape of the transverse groove is inverted triangular. This means that the transverse convex ridge has a cusp c1 and two inclined surfaces c2, and the transverse groove has two inclined surfaces d1 and a groove corner d2. The two inclined surfaces d1 of the transverse groove naturally form a guiding structure. When the two are engaged, the cusp c1 first enters the transverse groove. If there is a positional deviation that causes the cusp c1 to touch any inclined surface d1 and be subjected to force, this force will adaptively adjust the position of the drying rod in the length direction because any drying rod has a degree of freedom of movement in the length direction. The inclined surfaces c2 and d1 cooperate to slide, thus ultimately allowing the transverse convex ridge and the transverse groove to match smoothly.

[0079] like Figure 3 , 4 As shown, the end of the first drying rod 20 is provided with a first insertion groove V1 located above the first track S1. The first insertion groove V1 includes first slot walls H on both sides, and the front side of the first insertion groove V1 communicates downward with the first track S1. The first docking member 21 is inserted into the first insertion groove V1; when the rear end of the lever member 212 is not subjected to a downward force, the front end of the lever member 212 extends downward from the front end of the first insertion groove V1 into the first track S1.

[0080] like Figure 4 As shown, the bottom wall of the first insertion groove V1 is provided with a first limiting rib 201 extending along the length direction, and the bottom of the first connecting piece 21 is provided with a first limiting groove that matches the first limiting rib. The first limiting rib 201 matches the first limiting groove, and the first limiting groove extends to the end of the first insertion groove V1. The first connecting piece 21 is inserted into the first insertion groove V1 from the opening of the first insertion groove V1, thereby achieving the connection with the first drying rod 20. The cooperation between the first limiting rib 201 and the first limiting groove not only guides the insertion process, making the insertion operation smoother and the position more accurate, but also enables the limiting and fixing of the first connecting piece 21 and the first drying rod 20.

[0081] like Figure 3 , 5 As shown in Figure 6, the first connecting part c is located at the very end of the bottom of the connecting groove b. The front side of the first connecting part c has a blank area, through which the bottom wall of the first insertion groove V1 is exposed. When the two rods are connected, the lower end of the elastic pin 413 corresponds to the bottom wall of this area. The elastic pin 413 is compressed by the bottom wall of the first insertion groove V1 and accumulates elastic potential energy.

[0082] like Figure 3 , 4As shown, the upper edge of the first slot wall H is provided with an inwardly bent folded wall H1, and the guide wall a is inserted into the space below the folded wall H1 in a matching manner; the folded wall H1 restricts the first docking member 21 from longitudinally disengaging from the first drying rod 20. Furthermore, when the first drying rod assembly 2 and the second drying rod assembly 4 are docked, the abutment piece 412 abuts against the upper surface of the folded wall H1 and, through the action of the lower surface, the rear end of the lever member 212 that is tilted upwards. The abutment piece 412 and the first slot wall H form a closed docking space, preventing impurities and moisture from entering the docking part and affecting the long-term effective operation of the rod docking structure 200.

[0083] like Figure 6 As shown, the first end face of the first slot wall H is located inside the second end face of the first track S1, and the rear end of the guide wall a forms a plug head g; the plug head g abuts against the first end face of the first slot wall H, the inner side surface of the plug head g is continuous with the inner side surface of the guide wall a, and the upper surface of the plug head g is flush with the upper surface of the first slot wall H. The plug head g restricts the transition insertion of the first mating member 21, so that the first mating member 21 is kept in a reasonable position.

[0084] More preferably, the front end of the plug g is inclined from top to bottom and from front to back, and its lowest end is flush with the rear end face of the first drying rod 20 to form a continuous whole. The inclined structure provides a clearance space during docking, preventing the bottom of the front end of the second drying rod 40 from colliding with the first drying rod assembly 2 due to the difference in docking position.

[0085] like Figure 8 , 9 As shown, the front end of the second drying rod 40 is provided with a second insertion groove V2 located above the second track S2. The second insertion groove V2 includes second slot walls L on both sides. When the first drying rod assembly 2 and the second drying rod assembly 4 are connected, the first track S1 and the second track S2 are at the same height, and the upper surfaces of the first slot wall H and the second slot wall L are at the same height. The abutment piece 412 rests on the upper surface of the second slot wall L and is also attached to the upper surface of the first slot wall H after connection, thereby ensuring the integrity of the structure.

[0086] The bottom wall of the second insertion slot V2 is provided with a second limiting rib 401 extending along the length direction. The bottom of the insert 411 is provided with a second limiting groove that matches the second limiting rib. The second limiting rib matches the second limiting groove. The rear end of the insert 411 is inserted into the second insertion slot V2. The abutment piece 412, the insert 411, and the second drying rod 40 are connected vertically by positioning members to form a whole. Such positioning members can be bolts or screws that pass through and fasten from top to bottom, thereby facilitating manufacturing and assembly while ensuring the accuracy and robustness of the structure.

[0087] like Figure 11-13 As shown, the specific docking method of the above docking structure includes the following steps:

[0088] Step A: The operator smoothly raises and lowers the first drying rod assembly 2 by controlling the powertrain mechanism, such as a manual crank or an electric motor, so that the first drying rod assembly 2 is in the space below the docking position of the second drying rod assembly 4.

[0089] Step B: The second drying rod assembly 4 moves to the docking position. For example, in this embodiment, the second drying rod assembly 4 rotates out of the cabinet 3 and is positioned parallel to the first drying rod assembly 2 on the same vertical plane. The rear end of the first drying rod assembly 2 is aligned vertically with the front end of the second drying rod assembly 4, and the first docking piece 21 and the second docking piece 41 are vertically aligned.

[0090] Step C: Raise the first drying rod assembly 2 to the docking position. First, the insert 411 enters the docking groove b along the guide wall a to finely adjust and correct the position of the first drying rod assembly 2 in the width direction. Then, the first docking part c and the second docking part d begin to cooperate. Finally, the first docking part c and the second docking part d cooperate to restrict the displacement of the drying rod. The holding piece 412 presses down on the rear end of the lever 212, and the lower end of the lever 212 rotates upward and moves away from the opening of the first track S1. The elastic pin 413 is squeezed and retracts upward and moves away from the opening of the second track S2. The first track S1 and the second track S2 dock and are interconnected.

[0091] Preferably, when the first joint c and the second joint d are joined, their groove structure is used to finely adjust and correct the position of the first drying rod assembly 2 in the length direction.

[0092] Step D: After the docking is completed, the first drying rod 20 and the second drying rod 40 are combined to form a rigid rod, the first track S1 and the second track S2 are connected, and the suspension component moves and switches positions between the two drying rods.

[0093] Conversely, the method for disengaging from docking includes the following steps:

[0094] Step E: The first drying rod assembly 2 descends, the first drying rod 20 and the second drying rod 40 move away vertically, and at the moment the first connecting piece 21 and the second connecting piece 41 disengage vertically, the force of the supporting piece 412 pressing down on the lever 212 disappears, the lever 212 tilts forward, and the lower end of the lever 212 extends into the first track S1 to achieve end closure; at the same time, the elastic pin 413 is also released and pops down to achieve end closure of the second track S2.

[0095] Step F: The second drying rod assembly 4 moves into the cabinet 3, and the space above the first drying rod assembly 2 is freed to rise and fall as needed within its lifting stroke.

[0096] The foregoing has described the rod docking structure and docking method of the automatic clothing integration and dispersal system provided by this invention. Specific examples have been used to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of this invention. The descriptions of the above embodiments are merely for the purpose of helping to understand this invention and its core ideas. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various improvements and modifications to this invention without departing from its principles, and these improvements and modifications also fall within the protection scope of the claims of this invention.

Claims

1. A rod-connection structure for an automatic clothing integration and dispersal system, characterized in that: Includes a first drying rack assembly and a second drying rack assembly; The first drying rod assembly includes a first drying rod having a first track and a first connecting piece located at the rear end of the first drying rod; The second drying rod assembly includes a second drying rod having a second track and a second connecting piece located at the front end of the second drying rod; The first docking member includes a base and a lever member pivotally connected to the end of the base. The base is provided with two spaced-apart guide walls located on the front side of the lever member, and a connecting groove is formed between the two guide walls. A first connecting part is provided at the bottom of the connecting groove. The second docking member includes an insert that matches the mating groove and a retaining piece that extends beyond the front end of the insert and is located above the insert. The retaining piece is used to cooperate with the lever member. The lower side of the insert is provided with a second mating portion and an elastic pin that moves up and down sequentially from the end. The first mating portion and the second mating portion are mutually matching concave and convex structures. When the concave and convex structures are engaged, they restrict the first drying rod assembly and the second drying rod assembly from moving relative to each other along the length direction. When the first drying rod assembly and the second drying rod assembly are separated, the lever extends downward into the first track to block the inside of the first track opening, and the elastic pin extends downward to block the outside of the second track opening of the second track. When the first drying rod assembly and the second drying rod assembly are connected, the insert enters the connecting groove along the guide wall, the first connecting part and the second connecting part are connected, the abutment plate presses down on the lever, the lower end of the lever rotates upward and away from the first track opening, the elastic pin is squeezed and retracts upward and away from the second track opening, the first track and the second track are connected and interconnected. The inner side of the guide wall includes a guide slope that slopes from top to bottom and from outside to inside, and the guide slopes of the two guide walls are inclined relative to each other to form an upwardly flared guide structure. The end of the first drying rod is provided with a first insertion groove located above the first track. The first insertion groove includes first slot walls on both sides, and the front side of the first insertion groove communicates downward with the first track. The first docking member is inserted into the first insertion slot; when the rear end of the lever member is not subjected to a downward force, the front end of the lever member extends downward from the front end of the first insertion slot into the first track; The front end of the second drying rod is provided with a second insertion groove located above the second track, and the second insertion groove includes second slot walls on both sides; When the first drying rod assembly and the second drying rod assembly are connected, the upper surfaces of the first slot wall and the second slot wall are at the same height; The bottom wall of the first insertion slot is provided with a second limiting rib extending along the length direction, and the bottom of the insert is provided with a second limiting groove that matches the second limiting rib. The second limiting rib matches the second limiting groove. The rear end of the insert is inserted into the second insertion slot; the abutment rests on the upper surface of the second slot wall, and the abutment, the insert, and the second drying rod are connected vertically by a positioning member.

2. The rod docking structure of the automatic clothing integration and dispersal system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The guide wall is wider than the insert at least at the upper opening, the first joint is a transverse ridge extending perpendicular to the length of the first drying rod, and the second joint is a transverse groove extending perpendicular to the length of the second drying rod.

3. The rod docking structure of the automatic clothing integration and dispersal system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The cross-sectional shape of the transverse convex ridge is triangular, and the cross-sectional shape of the transverse groove is inverted triangular.

4. The rod docking structure of the automatic clothing integration and dispersal system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first connecting part is located at the very end of the bottom of the connecting groove, and the elastic pin is squeezed by the bottom wall of the first insertion groove.

5. The rod docking structure of the automatic clothing integration and dispersal system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom wall of the first insertion groove is provided with a first limiting rib extending along the length direction, and the bottom of the first docking member is provided with a first limiting groove that matches the first limiting rib. The first limiting rib matches the first limiting groove. The upper edge of the first slot wall is provided with an inwardly bent folded wall, and the guide wall is inserted into the space below the folded wall in a matching manner; When the first drying rod assembly and the second drying rod assembly are connected, the abutment piece is attached to the upper surface of the folding wall and the rear end of the lever member is tilted upward by the action of the lower surface.

6. The rod docking structure of the automatic clothing integration and dispersal system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first end face of the first slot wall is located inside the second end face of the first track, and the rear end of the guide wall forms a plug head; The plug head abuts against the first end face of the first slot wall, the inner side of the plug head is continuous with the inner side of the guide wall, and the upper surface of the plug head is flush with the upper surface of the first slot wall.

7. The rod docking structure of the automatic clothing integration and dispersal system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The front end of the second drying rod is provided with a second insertion groove located above the second track, and the second insertion groove includes second slot walls on both sides; When the first drying rod assembly and the second drying rod assembly are connected, the upper surfaces of the first slot wall and the second slot wall are at the same height; The bottom wall of the first insertion slot is provided with a second limiting rib extending along the length direction, and the bottom of the insert is provided with a second limiting groove that matches the second limiting rib. The two limiting ribs match the second limiting groove. The rear end of the insert is inserted into the second insertion slot; the abutment rests on the upper surface of the second slot wall, and the abutment, the insert, and the second drying rod are connected vertically by a positioning member.

8. The docking method of the rod docking structure of the automatic clothing integration and dispersal system as described in any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that... Includes the following steps: Step A: The first drying rod assembly descends to the space below the second drying rod assembly; Step B: The second drying rod assembly moves to the docking position, the rear end of the first drying rod assembly and the front end of the second drying rod assembly are aligned vertically, and the first docking piece and the second docking piece are vertically aligned. Step C: Raise the first drying rod assembly to the docking position. The insert enters the docking groove along the guide wall. The first docking part and the second docking part are docked. The abutment plate presses down on the raised rear end of the lever. The lower end of the lever rotates upward and away from the first track opening. The elastic pin is squeezed and retracts upward and away from the second track opening. The first track and the second track are docked and interconnected. Step D: After the docking is completed, the first and second drying rods are combined to form a rigid rod, the first and second tracks are connected, and the suspension components move and switch positions between the two drying rods.

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