Household appliance

Abstract

The invention relates to a household appliance, which comprises a box body and a panel detachably arranged on the box body, the panel is provided with a first electronic part box body and a first electronic component at least partially accommodated in the first electronic part box body, and the first electronic component comprises a sound input / output element. According to the household electrical appliance, the sound input / output element enriches intelligent scenes of the household electrical appliance, the sound input / output element is arranged on the panel, sound receiving or transmission is facilitated, and meanwhile, sound function components are not affected when the panel is disassembled and assembled.

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of household appliances, and in particular to a household appliance. [Background technology]

[0002] With the development of society and the continuous improvement of people's living standards, consumers have increasing demands for the aesthetic design of the appearance of household appliances, such as washing machines, dryers, and washer-dryers, such as more concise and integrated, and the appearance needs to meet the increasingly intelligent electronic operation and other functional requirements of daily use and maintenance operations. However, current products are difficult to meet such demands, and existing household appliances need to be further improved in response to new design requirements. [Summary of the invention]

[0003] An object of the present invention is to provide a household appliance to at least partially improve or solve the problems in the prior art.

[0004] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a household appliance is provided, comprising a box body and a panel detachably arranged on the box body, a first electronic component box body and a second electronic component box body are respectively arranged on the panel and the box body, the first electronic component box body and the second electronic component box body at least partially accommodate a first electronic component and a second electronic component respectively, and the first electronic component and the second electronic component are electrically connected. The box body structure realizes the sealing and protection of the electronic components, and at the same time, it is safer and more reliable when the panel is disassembled.

[0005] An optional implementation includes that the first electronic component includes a human-machine interaction element operated or displayed through the panel. The human-machine interaction element is arranged on the panel, which can meet the sensitivity, effectiveness and reliability of the operation. At the same time, if it is arranged on the box, due to the need for interaction from the panel side, the human-machine interaction element needs to be in direct contact with the panel or unobstructed with the panel when the panel is installed on the box. After the panel is removed, the human-machine interaction element needs to be at least partially exposed, which may not meet the requirements of safety regulations and testing, and the electronic components are easily damaged during the disassembly and assembly process. Preferably, the human-machine interaction element includes a touch sensing element and / or a display or indication element.

[0006] An optional embodiment also includes that the first electronic component also includes a main control circuit board. The main control circuit board is arranged on the panel side to facilitate connection with other electronic components such as touch sensing components and display components. Since the main control circuit board has many connection lines, if it is arranged on the box side, it is necessary to additionally set up a more complex interconnection interface, and the reliability of signal transmission is reduced.

[0007] An optional embodiment also includes that the first electronic component also includes a sound input / output element. The sound input / output element enriches the intelligent scene of the household appliance. The sound input / output element is arranged on the panel to facilitate the reception or transmission of sound. At the same time, the sound functional components will not be affected when the panel is disassembled and installed. Preferably, the first electronic component box body includes a sound channel or an opening for accommodating the sound input / output element.

[0008] An optional implementation also includes that the second electronic component includes a switching circuit board, and the switching circuit board is electrically connected to a power source or a circuit in the box.

[0009] An optional embodiment also includes that the first electronic component includes a first electrical connection portion, and the second electronic component includes a second electrical connection portion, and the first electronic component and the second electronic component can be electrically connected through the cooperation of the first electrical connection portion and the second electrical connection portion. The first electrical connection portion and the second electrical connection portion facilitate the connection and separation of electronic components when the panel is installed and removed.

[0010] Optional embodiments also include that the first electrical connection portion is disposed on the first electronic component box body or accommodated in the first electronic component box body; and / or the second electrical connection portion is disposed on the second electronic component box body or accommodated in the second electronic component box body.

[0011] An optional embodiment also includes that the second electronic component is electrically connected to a power source or a circuit in the box body, a shielding portion of the second electrical connection portion is provided on the second electronic component box body, the shielding portion moves between a first position and a second position, the shielding portion covers the second electrical connection portion in the first position, and exposes the second electrical connection portion in the second position. When the panel is removed from the box body, the shielding portion protects the second electrical connection portion exposed on the side of the box body, thereby preventing water splashes, dust and direct touch.

[0012] An optional embodiment also includes that the first electronic component box body includes a first base and a first cover plate which are sealed and connected, and the first base is sealed and connected to the panel. Preferably, the first electrical connection portion is arranged on the first cover plate; the sound channel or opening portion is formed on the first base; and a groove or hole corresponding to the human-machine interaction element is formed on the side of the first base facing the panel.

[0013] An optional embodiment also includes that the second electronic component box body includes a second base and a second cover plate that are sealed and connected, and the second base is fixedly connected to the box body. Preferably, the second electrical connection portion is arranged on the second base; and the switching circuit board is electrically connected to the power supply or the circuit in the box body through the connection hole on the second cover plate.

[0014] An optional embodiment also includes that the first electrical connection part includes a first electrical terminal, the second electrical connection part includes a second electrical terminal, and the first electrical terminal and the second electrical terminal are configured so that when the panel is installed on the box body, the first electrical terminal is automatically electrically connected to the second electrical terminal; preferably, the first electrical terminal and the second electrical terminal are electrically connected through contact or wireless connection.

[0015] An optional embodiment also includes that the second electronic component box is at least partially accommodated in the box; and / or a groove is formed on a side of the second electronic component box facing the first electronic component box to at least partially accommodate the first electronic component box. This makes the panel more compact when assembled to the box, and reduces the size of the household appliance in a direction perpendicular to the panel surface.

[0016] An optional embodiment also includes providing a positioning assembly between the first electronic component box and the second electronic component box to achieve positioning between the first electronic component box and the second electronic component box when the panel is installed on the box and ensure that the first electrical connection part and the second electrical connection part are connected in place.

[0017] An optional embodiment also includes providing a detachable fixing assembly between the first electronic component box body and the second electronic component box body to fix the first electronic component box body and the second electronic component box body when the panel is installed on the box body and ensure that the first electrical connection part and the second electrical connection part are connected in place.

[0018] An optional embodiment also includes that the box includes a front plate, and the panel is arranged parallel to the front plate and is mounted to the front plate by a detachable connection method. Preferably, the detachable connection method includes at least one of magnetic attraction, snap-fit, and bonding.

[0019] Optional implementations also include that the dimensions of the outer contour of the panel surface are the same as the dimensions of the outer contour of the front surface of the box body, thereby ensuring the integrity of the panel and meeting the requirements of integrated and simple design of the panel. There is no need to partition or divide the panel for functional operations, component maintenance, etc. At the same time, the panel can be removed for maintenance, replacement, or repair when it is needed.

[0020] An optional implementation also includes that the household appliance is a clothing care device, and the panel is provided with at least one of a material box opening, a door opening, a lint cleaning part opening, a drain pump maintenance part opening, a condensate box opening, and a heat dissipation opening.

[0021] An optional implementation also includes that the panel is at least one of an acrylic panel, a stainless steel panel, an ABS panel, a glass panel, and a flexible panel.

[0022] If technical conditions permit, the above embodiments may be combined in any manner.

[0023] According to a second aspect of the present invention, there is provided a household appliance, comprising a housing and a panel detachably arranged on the housing, wherein a first electronic component and a second electronic component are arranged on the panel and the housing respectively, and the first electronic component comprises a human-machine interaction element. The human-machine interaction element is arranged on the panel side, which can meet the reliability and sensitivity of the operation. At the same time, if it is arranged on the housing, the human-machine interaction element needs to be operated from the panel side due to the need for interaction, and is at least partially exposed, which may not meet the requirements of safety regulations and testing after the panel is disassembled, and is easily damaged.

[0024] An optional implementation includes that the human-computer interaction element is operated or displayed through the panel, having a more integrated and concise appearance.

[0025] An optional implementation also includes that the human-computer interaction element includes a touch sensing element and / or a display or indication element.

[0026] Optional implementations also include that the touch sensing element contacts the panel, and the area on the panel corresponding to the position of the touch sensing element includes a touch area to improve the effectiveness of touch control; and / or the area on the panel corresponding to the position of the display or indication element includes a display or indication area. Preferably, the display or indication element includes a display screen or an indicator light; preferably, the touch area at least partially serves as the display or indication area at the same time; preferably, the display or indication area is set to be at least partially transparent; the area on the panel other than the display or indication area is set to be opaque; preferably, the panel includes a substrate portion made of at least partially transparent material, and a decorative layer formed by covering the substrate portion with an opaque material, and the decorative layer avoids the display or indication area.

[0027] An optional embodiment also includes that the touch sensing element is at least partially located between the panel and the display or indication element, and the portion of the touch sensing element located between the panel and the display or indication element is selected from a structure or material that will not obstruct the display or indication of the display or indication element on the panel.

[0028] An optional embodiment also includes that a first electronic component box is provided on the panel, the first electronic component box at least partially accommodates the first electronic component, and a groove or hole corresponding to the human-machine interaction element is formed on the side of the first electronic component box facing the panel. Preferably, the human-machine interaction element is accommodated in the groove or interacts on the panel through the hole; preferably, the touch sensing element is provided between the panel and the first electronic component box, and the display or indication element is provided in the first electronic component box.

[0029] An optional implementation also includes that the first electronic component box includes a first base and a first cover plate which are sealed and connected, the groove or hole is arranged on the first base, and the first base is sealed and connected to the panel through the edge of the groove or hole.

[0030] An optional implementation also includes that the first electronic component also includes a main control circuit board and / or a sound input / output element. The main control circuit board is arranged on the panel side, which is convenient for connecting with other electronic components such as human-computer interaction components. Since the main control circuit board has many connection lines, if it is arranged on the box side, it is necessary to set up a more complex interconnected interface, and the reliability of signal transmission is reduced; the sound input / output element enriches the intelligent scene of household appliances. The sound input / output element is arranged on the panel to facilitate the reception or transmission of sound. At the same time, it will not affect the sound functional components when the panel is disassembled and installed.

[0031] An optional implementation also includes that the second electronic component includes a switching circuit board, and the switching circuit board is electrically connected to the power supply of the household appliance or the circuit in the box.

[0032] An optional embodiment also includes that the first electronic component includes a first electrical connection portion, the second electronic component includes a second electrical connection portion, and the first electronic component and the second electronic component can be electrically connected through the cooperation of the first electrical connection portion and the second electrical connection portion. The first electrical connection portion and the second electrical connection portion facilitate the connection and separation of electronic components when the panel is installed and removed.

[0033] An optional embodiment also includes that the first electrical connection part includes a first electrical terminal, the second electrical connection part includes a second electrical terminal, and the first electrical terminal and the second electrical terminal are configured so that when the panel is installed on the box body, the first electrical terminal is automatically electrically connected to the second electrical terminal; preferably, the first electrical terminal and the second electrical terminal are electrically connected through contact or wireless connection.

[0034] An optional implementation also includes that a second electronic component box is disposed on the box body, and the second electronic component box at least partially accommodates the second electronic component. The box structure seals and protects the electronic components, and is safer and more reliable when the panel is disassembled.

[0035] An optional embodiment also includes that the first electrical connection portion is disposed on the first electronic component box body or is accommodated in the first electronic component box body, and the second electrical connection portion is disposed on the second electronic component box body or is accommodated in the second electronic component box body.

[0036] An optional embodiment also includes that the second electronic component is electrically connected to a power source or a circuit in the box body, a shielding portion of the second electrical connection portion is provided on the second electronic component box body, the shielding portion moves between a first position and a second position, the shielding portion covers the second electrical connection portion in the first position, and exposes the second electrical connection portion in the second position. When the panel is removed from the box body, the shielding portion protects the second electrical connection portion exposed on the side of the box body, thereby preventing water splashes, dust and direct touch.

[0037] An optional embodiment also includes that the box includes a front plate, and the panel is arranged parallel to the front plate and is mounted to the front plate by a detachable connection method. Preferably, the detachable connection method includes at least one of magnetic attraction, snap-fit, and bonding.

[0038] Optional implementations also include that the dimensions of the outer contour of the panel surface are the same as the dimensions of the outer contour of the front surface of the box body, thereby ensuring the integrity of the panel and meeting the requirements of integrated and simple design of the panel. There is no need to partition or divide the panel for functional operations, component maintenance, etc. At the same time, the panel can be removed for maintenance, replacement, or repair when it is needed.

[0039] An optional implementation also includes that the household appliance is a clothing care device, and the panel is provided with at least one of a material box opening, a door opening, a lint cleaning part opening, a drain pump maintenance part opening, a condensate box opening, and a heat dissipation opening.

[0040] An optional implementation also includes that the panel is at least one of an acrylic panel, a stainless steel panel, an ABS panel, a glass panel, and a flexible panel.

[0041] If technical conditions permit, the above embodiments may be combined in any manner.

[0042] According to a third aspect of the present invention, there is provided a household appliance, comprising a housing and a panel detachably arranged on the housing, wherein a first electronic component and a second electronic component are respectively arranged on the panel and the housing, the first electronic component comprises a first electrical connection portion, the second electronic component comprises a second electrical connection portion, the first electronic component and the second electronic component can be electrically connected through the cooperation of the first electrical connection portion and the second electrical connection portion, and the first electrical connection portion and the second electrical connection portion facilitate the connection and separation of the electronic components when the panel is installed and disassembled.

[0043] An optional embodiment also includes that the first electrical connection part includes a first electrical terminal, the second electrical connection part includes a second electrical terminal, and the first electrical terminal and the second electrical terminal are configured so that when the panel is installed on the box body, the first electrical terminal is automatically electrically connected to the second electrical terminal; preferably, the first electrical terminal and the second electrical terminal are electrically connected through contact or wireless connection.

[0044] An optional implementation includes that the first electronic component includes at least one of a human-computer interaction element, a main control circuit board, and a sound input and output element.

[0045] An optional implementation also includes that the human-computer interaction element is operated or displayed through the panel. Preferably, the human-computer interaction element includes a touch sensing element and / or a display or indication element.

[0046] An optional implementation also includes that the second electronic component includes a switching circuit board, and the switching circuit board is electrically connected to a power source or a circuit in the box.

[0047] Optional implementations also include: a first electronic component box is provided on the panel, the first electronic component box at least partially accommodates the first electronic component, the first electrical connection portion is provided on the first electronic component box or accommodated in the first electronic component box; and / or a second electronic component box is provided on the box, the second electronic component box at least partially accommodates the second electronic component, the second electrical connection portion is provided on the second electronic component box or accommodated in the second electronic component box. The box structure realizes the sealing and protection of the electronic components, and at the same time, it is safer and more reliable when the panel is disassembled and assembled.

[0048] An optional embodiment also includes that the second electronic component is electrically connected to a power source or a circuit in a box body, and when the second electrical connection portion is provided on the second electronic component box body, a shielding portion of the second electrical connection portion is provided on the second electronic component box body, and the shielding portion moves between a first position and a second position, and in the first position the shielding portion covers the second electrical connection portion, and in the second position the second electrical connection portion is exposed. When the panel is removed from the box body, the shielding portion protects the second electrical connection portion exposed to the outside of the box body, and plays a role in preventing water splashes, dust and direct touch.

[0049] An optional embodiment also includes that a receiving portion 225 of the shielding portion 224 is provided on the second electronic component box body 22, and the shielding portion 224 gradually enters the receiving space of the receiving portion 225 during the movement from the first position to the second position; the shielding portion 224 and the receiving portion 225 together form a cover body of the second electrical connection portion, further playing a role in protecting the second electrical connection portion. Preferably, when the shielding portion 224 is in the first position, at least part of it overlaps with the receiving portion 225. Preferably, the shielding portion, the receiving portion and the second electrical connection portion are arranged in a concave cavity on the side of the second electronic component box body facing the panel, and an edge circumferentially surrounding the plug / socket is formed on the first electronic component box body, and the edge cooperates with the concave cavity to form a seal, and when the panel is installed on the box body and the plug is combined with the socket, a seal is formed to electrically connect the first electrical connection portion and the second electrical connection portion.

[0050] An optional embodiment also includes that a brake member that acts on the shielding portion is formed on the first electronic component box body, and when the panel is installed on the box body, the brake member can move the shielding portion from the first position to the second position; when the panel is removed from the box body, as the panel moves away from the box body, the shielding portion moves from the second position to the first position. Preferably, the shielding portion moves from the second position to the first position under the action of gravity or spring force.

[0051] An optional implementation also includes that the installation direction of the panel and the first electronic component box is perpendicular to the plate surface of the panel.

[0052] An optional embodiment also includes that the shielding part is pivotally connected to the second electronic component box body and has a first acting part, and the brake part has a corresponding second acting part, and during the movement of the panel close to the box body, the second acting part acts with the first acting part to cause the shielding part to pivot. Preferably, the axis of the rotating shaft of the shielding part is parallel to the plate surface of the panel, the first acting part is a boss arranged on both sides of the shielding part along an axis parallel to the axis, and the second acting part is a rib extending toward the box body and arranged corresponding to the boss on the side of the first electronic component box body facing the box body.

[0053] An optional embodiment also includes that the shielding portion and the brake member respectively have a first action surface and a second action surface that interact with each other. Preferably, the first action surface is a circumferential surface, the second action surface is an inclined surface, and the brake member further has a plane intersecting with the inclined surface, and during the movement of the shielding portion from the first position to the second position, the circumferential surface passes over the inclined surface and finally remains on the plane.

[0054] Optional embodiments also include that the first electronic component box body includes a first base and a first cover plate that are sealed and connected, the first base is sealed and connected to the panel, and the first electrical connection part is arranged on the first cover plate; and / or the second electronic component box body includes a second base and a second cover plate that are sealed and connected, the second base is fixedly connected to the box body, and the second electrical connection part is arranged on the second base.

[0055] An optional embodiment also includes providing a positioning assembly between the first electronic component box and the second electronic component box to achieve positioning between the first electronic component box and the second electronic component box when the panel is installed on the box and ensure that the first electrical connection part and the second electrical connection part are connected in place.

[0056] An optional embodiment also includes providing a detachable fixing assembly between the first electronic component box body and the second electronic component box body to fix the first electronic component box body and the second electronic component box body when the panel is installed on the box body and ensure that the first electrical connection part and the second electrical connection part are connected in place.

[0057] An optional embodiment also includes that the box includes a front plate, and the panel is arranged parallel to the front plate and is mounted to the front plate by a detachable connection method. Preferably, the detachable connection method includes at least one of magnetic attraction, snap-fit, and bonding.

[0058] Optional implementations also include that the dimensions of the outer contour of the panel surface are the same as the dimensions of the outer contour of the front surface of the box body, thereby ensuring the integrity of the panel and meeting the requirements of integrated and simple design of the panel. There is no need to partition or divide the panel for functional operations, component maintenance, etc. At the same time, the panel can be removed for maintenance, replacement, or repair when it is needed.

[0059] An optional implementation also includes that the household appliance is a clothing care device, and the panel is provided with at least one of a material box opening, a door opening, a lint cleaning part opening, a drain pump maintenance part opening, a condensate box opening, and a heat dissipation opening.

[0060] An optional implementation also includes that the panel is at least one of an acrylic panel, a stainless steel panel, an ABS panel, a glass panel, and a flexible panel.

[0061] If technical conditions permit, the above embodiments may be combined in any manner.

[0062] According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, there is provided a household appliance, comprising a housing and a panel detachably arranged on the housing, a first electronic component housing and a first electronic assembly at least partially accommodated in the first electronic component housing are arranged on the panel, and the first electronic assembly includes a sound input / output element. The sound input / output element enriches the intelligent scene of the household appliance, and the sound input / output element is arranged on the panel to facilitate the reception or transmission of sound, and at the same time, the sound function component will not be affected when the panel is disassembled and installed.

[0063] An optional embodiment includes that the first electronic component box includes an opening portion communicating with an external environment space, and the sound input / output element is accommodated in the opening portion.

[0064] An optional embodiment also includes that the first electronic component box includes a sound channel, which forms a path between the sound channel and the panel allowing sound waves to pass through, and the sound channel has a first end spatially connected to the sound input / output element and a second end spatially connected to the external environment.

[0065] An optional embodiment also includes that a first sealing structure is provided on the first electronic component box or between the first electronic component box and the sound input / output element, and the first sealing structure prevents foreign matter such as liquid and dust from entering the first electronic component box through the opening or the sound channel.

[0066] An optional embodiment also includes that the first sealing structure is disposed between the opening portion and the sound input / output element.

[0067] An optional embodiment also includes that the opening portion is provided with a first opening facing the top, side or front of the household appliance, the box body includes a front plate, a top plate and a side plate, the panel is detachably mounted on the front plate, and a groove is formed on the top plate or the side plate or the panel to avoid the first opening. Preferably, the detachable connection method includes at least one of magnetic attraction, snap-fit ​​and bonding.

[0068] An optional embodiment also includes that a decorative plate is disposed in the groove, a second opening corresponding to the first opening is disposed on the decorative plate, and the first sealing structure is disposed between the decorative plate and the opening. Preferably, the decorative plate is flush with the outer surface of the panel or the box.

[0069] An optional embodiment also includes that the panel is provided with an opening, and the second end is close to the opening and connected to the opening. Preferably, the opening includes at least one of a material box opening, a door opening, a lint cleaning part opening, a drain pump maintenance part opening, a condensate box opening, and a heat dissipation opening.

[0070] An optional embodiment also includes that the sound input / output element is disposed at the first end, and the first sealing structure is disposed between the first end and the sound input / output element.

[0071] An optional implementation also includes that a second sealing structure is provided between the sound channel and the panel.

[0072] An optional embodiment also includes that, when the sound input / output element spatially connected to the first end of the sound channel is a sound output element, the cross section of the first end of the sound channel is larger than the cross section of the second end of the sound channel in a direction perpendicular to the sound transmission direction, so as to increase the transmitted sound. Preferably, the cross section of the sound channel gradually increases from the first end to the second end.

[0073] An optional implementation manner also includes that the first electronic component box includes a first base and a first cover plate, and the sound channel and / or the opening portion is arranged on the first base.

[0074] An optional embodiment also includes that the opening portion includes a top wall and a side wall formed on a side of the first base away from the panel, and the top wall and the side wall surround and form a receiving space for the sound input / output element. Preferably, the first opening is formed on the top wall, and the input / output side of the sound input / output element is mounted to the first base facing the top wall.

[0075] An optional embodiment also includes that the sound channel is integrally formed on the first base and forms a groove in a direction away from the panel, and the first end is formed as a through hole on the first base that passes through in a direction perpendicular to the board surface of the panel. Preferably, a flange surrounding the through hole is formed on the side of the first base away from the panel, and the sound input / output element is installed on the flange; further, the first sealing structure is provided between the flange and the sound input / output element. Preferably, the input / output side of the sound input / output element is installed facing the panel.

[0076] An optional implementation also includes a sealed connection between the first base and the first cover plate.

[0077] An optional embodiment also includes that the first base is arranged between the panel and the first cover plate.

[0078] An optional embodiment also includes that the first electronic component includes a human-machine interaction element, a groove or hole corresponding to the human-machine interaction element is formed on the side of the first electronic component box facing the panel, and the first electronic component box is sealed between the edge of the groove or hole and the panel.

[0079] An optional embodiment also includes that the box body is provided with a second electronic component box body and a second electronic component at least partially contained in the second electronic component box body, the first electronic component includes a first electrical connection part, the second electronic component includes a second electrical connection part, and the first electronic component and the second electronic component can be electrically connected through the cooperation of the first electrical connection part and the second electrical connection part. The box body structure realizes the sealing and protection of the electronic components, and at the same time, it is safer and more reliable when the panel is disassembled; the first electrical connection part and the second electrical connection part facilitate the connection and separation of the electronic components when the panel is installed and disassembled.

[0080] Optional embodiments also include that the first electrical connection portion is disposed on the first electronic component box body or accommodated in the first electronic component box body; and / or the second electrical connection portion is disposed on the second electronic component box body or accommodated in the second electronic component box body.

[0081] Optional implementations also include that the dimensions of the outer contour of the panel surface are the same as the dimensions of the outer contour of the front surface of the box body, thereby ensuring the integrity of the panel and meeting the requirements of integrated and simple design of the panel. There is no need to partition or divide the panel for functional operations, component maintenance, etc. At the same time, the panel can be removed for maintenance, replacement, or repair when it is needed.

[0082] An optional implementation also includes that the panel is at least one of an acrylic panel, a stainless steel panel, an ABS panel, a glass panel, and a flexible panel.

[0083] If technical conditions permit, the above embodiments may be combined in any manner.

[0084] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a household appliance can be provided with a more aesthetic appearance and meet the requirements of functional operation and component maintenance.

[0085] Some specific embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

Brief Description of the Drawings

[0086] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a household appliance according to an embodiment of the present invention when the panel is disassembled;

[0087] Figure 2 An exploded schematic diagram of a connection structure between a panel and a front plate of a household appliance according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0088] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of a first electronic component box body provided on the panel;

[0089] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Explosion diagram of

[0090] Figure 5 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of a second electronic component box body provided on the box body;

[0091] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Explosion diagram of

[0092] Figure 7 for Figure 3 A schematic diagram of a first base of a first electronic component box and a microphone installed on the first base;

[0093] Figure 8 is a top schematic diagram of a household appliance according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0094] Fig. 9 A schematic diagram of a speaker according to an embodiment of the present invention being installed on a first base;

[0095] Fig.10 for Figure 5 A partial schematic diagram at another angle;

[0096] Fig.11 It is a schematic diagram of a portion of a first electronic component box body and a shielding portion of a second electronic component box body in an installation position according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0097] Fig.12is a cross-sectional view of a first electronic component box body and a second electronic component box body in an installation position according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0098] Fig.13 is a cross-sectional view of the second electronic component box body after being separated from the first electronic component box body according to the embodiment of the present invention;

[0099] Fig.14 Schematic diagram of the shielding portion of the second electronic component box according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Specific implementation method]

[0100] like Figure 1 As shown, a household appliance 100, such as a clothes processing device, includes a housing 20 and a panel 10 disposed on the housing 20. Specifically, the housing 20 includes a front panel 201. The panel 10 is connected to the housing 20 from the side of the front panel 201 and constitutes the appearance of the household appliance 100 facing the user when in use and a user interface for the user to operate the household appliance 100 and perform human-computer interaction. The panel 10 is arranged in parallel with the front panel 201 and is mounted to the front panel 201 by a detachable connection method. Preferably, the detachable connection method includes at least one of magnetic attraction, snap-fit, and bonding. Through the detachable connection, the panel 10 can be replaced as needed during production, installation, and use, thereby reducing the complexity of product design and meeting the diverse needs of appearance; it can also ensure the integrity of the panel 10 and meet the design requirements of panel integration and simplicity, and there is no need to partition or divide the panel 10 due to functional operations, component maintenance, etc. At the same time, the panel 10 can be removed for operation when maintenance, replacement, and repair are required, such as when the electronic components displayed and controlled by the panel 10 fail and need to be repaired or replaced, when the drainage pump of the washing machine needs to be cleaned, when the lint of the dryer needs to be cleaned, etc.

[0101] Combination Figure 2 A first electronic component 11 is arranged on the panel 10. According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the first electronic component 11 includes a human-computer interaction element 111. The human-computer interaction element 111 is arranged on the panel 10, which can meet the sensitivity, effectiveness and reliability of the operation. At the same time, if it is arranged on the box 20, due to the need for interaction from the panel 10 side, the human-computer interaction element 111 needs to be in direct contact with the panel 10 or there is no obstruction between the panel 10 when the panel 10 is installed on the box 20. After the panel 10 is disassembled, the human-computer interaction element 111 needs to be at least partially exposed, which may not meet the requirements of safety regulations and tests, and the electronic components are easily damaged during the disassembly and assembly process.

[0102] As an optional implementation, the human-computer interaction element 111 is operated or displayed through the panel 10, and has a more integrated and simple appearance; the human-computer interaction element 111 includes a touch sensing element 1111 and / or a display or indication element 1112. According to specific design requirements, the human-computer interaction element 111 may also include operating elements such as knobs and buttons, and the display or indication element 1112 may include a display screen, indicator lights, etc.

[0103] As an optional embodiment, the first electronic component 11 also includes a main control circuit board 112, which is arranged on the side of the panel 10 to facilitate connection with other electronic components such as touch sensing elements and display elements. Since the main control circuit board 112 has many connection lines, if it is arranged on the side of the box 20, it is necessary to additionally set up a more complex interconnected interface, and the reliability of signal transmission is reduced.

[0104] The second electronic component 21 is arranged on the box 20. When the panel 10 is mounted on the box 20, the first electronic component 11 and the second electronic component 21 are electrically connected. According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the second electronic component 21 includes a switching circuit board 211, and the switching circuit board 211 is electrically connected to the power supply of the household appliance 100 or the circuit in the box 20. The first electronic component 11 on the panel 10 is electrically connected to the circuit in the box 20 or the power supply of the household appliance 100 through the switching circuit board 211. As an optional embodiment, the main control circuit board 112 can also be arranged on the box 20, that is, the second electronic component 21 includes the main control circuit board 112.

[0105] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, a first electronic component box 12 is provided on the panel 10, and the first electronic component 11 is at least partially contained in the first electronic component box 12; and / or a second electronic component box 22 is provided on the box 20, and the second electronic component 21 is at least partially contained in the second electronic component box 22. The box structure seals and protects the electronic components, and at the same time, it is safer and more reliable when the panel is disassembled and assembled.

[0106] Combination Figure 3 , Figure 4 According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the first electronic component box body 12 includes a first base 121 and a first cover plate 122 which are sealed and connected. For example, a soft glue edge 123 is provided on the first cover plate 122 to form a seal between the first base 121 and the first cover plate 122 through the soft glue, and a fixing structure such as screws can also be provided to fix the first base 121 and the first cover plate 122 in connection; a first chamber C1 is formed between the first base 121 and the first cover plate 122, and a first electronic component 11 is at least partially accommodated in the first chamber C1 and fixed on the first base 121, such as a main control circuit board 112, a display or indication element 1112, etc.

[0107] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the first base 121 is disposed between the panel 10 and the first cover plate 122, and the first base 121 is sealed and connected to the panel 10, such as by dispensing glue; Figure 2 In the illustrated embodiment, the touch sensing element 1111 is preferably in direct contact with the panel 10, that is, it is arranged between the panel 10 and the first electronic component box 12, and the area on the panel 10 corresponding to the position of the touch sensing element 1111 includes the touch area 101 to improve the touch effectiveness, such as by gluing the touch sensing element 1111 to the panel 10, and forming a groove 1211 corresponding to the touch sensing element 1111 on the side of the first base 121 facing the panel 10, and the touch sensing element 1111 is accommodated in the groove 1211. Glue is dispensed and sealed between the edge of the groove 1211 and the panel 10; a hole 1212 is set in the area corresponding to the display or indication element 1112 on the first base 121, and the area corresponding to the position of the display or indication element 1112 on the panel 10 includes a display or indication area 102 (which can be rectangular, circular, etc.), so that the content displayed or indicated on the display or indication element 1112 is displayed or indicated in the display or indication area 102, that is, interaction is performed on the panel 10 through the hole 1212. Preferably, the hole 1212 is set in the groove 1211, and is sealed by dispensing glue on the edge of the groove 1211. At this time, the touch area 101 is at least partially also the display or indication area 102. The display or indication area 102 is set to be at least partially transparent, and the area other than the display or indication area 102 on the panel 10 is set to be opaque; in the present application, "at least partially transparent" means that the transparency is higher than a certain threshold value so that the content displayed or indicated on the display or indication element 1112 can be displayed or indicated correspondingly to the display or indication area 102, and "opaque" means that the transparency is lower than a certain threshold value so that the content displayed or indicated on the display or indication element 1112 cannot be displayed or indicated correspondingly to the display or indication area 102; specifically, the panel 10 includes a substrate portion made of an at least partially transparent material, and a decorative layer formed by covering the substrate portion with an opaque material, and the decorative layer avoids the display or indication area 102. The touch sensing element 1111 is at least partially located between the panel 10 and the display or indication element 1112. The touch sensing element 1111 is made of a structure or material that will not block the display or indication of the content on the display or indication element 1112 on the panel, such as a transparent touch film. At the same time, the display or indication element 1112 displays or indicates the touch content of the touch sensing element 1111, such as through icons, characters, etc.

[0108] Combination Figure 5 , Figure 6According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the second electronic component box body 22 includes a second base 221 and a second cover plate 222 which are sealed and connected. For example, a soft glue edge 223 is provided on the second cover plate 222 to form a seal between the second base 221 and the second cover plate 222 through the soft glue. A fixing structure such as screws can also be provided to fix the second base 221 and the second cover plate 222 in connection. A second chamber C2 is formed between the second base 221 and the second cover plate 222, and the second electronic component 12 is at least partially accommodated in the second chamber C2 and fixed on the second base 221, such as a switching circuit board 211.

[0109] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the second base 221 is disposed between the front panel 201 and the first electronic component box body 12, the second base 221 is fixed to the front panel 201 (e.g., the second base 221 is fixed to the reinforcing plate by screws, and the reinforcing plate is further fixed to the front panel 201 by screws), and the second cover plate 222 is disposed on a side of the second base 221 away from the first electronic component box body 12. Preferably, the fixed connection between the second base 221 and the front panel 201 is preferably detachable, so as to facilitate the maintenance of the second electronic component 21.

[0110] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the second electronic component box body 22 is at least partially accommodated in the box body 20 (such as the second cover plate 222), and a groove 2211 is formed on the side of the second electronic component box body 22 facing the first electronic component box body 12, that is, the side of the second base 221 facing the first electronic component box body 12, so as to at least partially accommodate the first electronic component box body 12, so that the panel 10 is more compact when assembled to the box body 20, and the size of the household appliance 100 in the direction perpendicular to the board surface of the panel 10 is reduced.

[0111] Combination Figure 7-Figure 9 According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the first electronic component 11 also includes a sound input / output element 113. The sound input / output element 113 enriches the intelligent scene of the home appliance. The sound input / output element 113 is arranged on the panel 10 to facilitate the reception or transmission of sound. At the same time, the sound functional components will not be affected when the panel 10 is disassembled and installed.

[0112] As an optional embodiment, the first electronic component box body 12 includes an opening portion 124 communicating with the external environment space, and the sound input / output element 113 is accommodated in the opening portion 124. According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, a first opening 1241 facing the top of the household appliance 100 is provided on the opening portion 124, and the box body 20 also includes a top plate 202 and a side plate 203. A groove 25 for avoiding the first opening 1241 is formed on the top plate 202, and a avoiding portion 26 for the opening portion 124 is also formed on the front plate 201 and the second base 221. It can be understood that the first opening 1241 can also face the front or side of the household appliance 100, and the groove 25 can also be correspondingly provided on the panel 10 or the side plate 203; a decorative plate 126 is also provided in the groove 25, and a second opening 1261 corresponding to the first opening 1241 of the opening portion 124 is provided on the decorative plate 126 to transmit sound, and the decorative plate 126 is preferably flush with the outer surface of the panel 10 or the box body 20. Specifically, the opening portion 124 is provided on the first base 121, and includes a top wall 1242 and a side wall 1243 formed on a side of the first base 121 away from the panel 10, the top wall 1242 and the side wall 1243 surround and form a storage space for the sound input / output element 113, the first opening 1241 is formed on the top wall 1242, the input / output side of the sound input / output element 113 is installed on the first base 121 facing the top wall 1242 (such as through a card slot), and the first cover plate 122 is covered after installation. When the first electronic component box body 12 is installed on the panel 10, the opening portion 124 forms a storage space having only the first opening 1241. As an optional embodiment, the second opening 1261 can also be formed on the top plate 202 or the panel 10 or the side plate 203, in which case the groove 25 and the decorative plate 126 do not need to be provided.

[0113] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the panel 10 is provided with an opening 103, and the opening 103 includes at least a detergent box opening and / or a door opening to meet the needs of daily use; as an optional embodiment, when the household appliance 100 is a clothing processing device, the opening 103 may also include at least one of a lint cleaning part opening, a drain pump maintenance part opening, a condensed water box opening, and a heat dissipation opening. As an optional embodiment, the first electronic component box 12 includes a sound channel 125, and a path allowing sound waves to pass through is formed between the sound channel 125 and the panel 10, and the sound channel 125 has a first end 1251 that is spatially connected to the sound input / output element 113 and a second end 1252 that is spatially connected to the external environment. The sound input / output element 113 is disposed at the first end 1251 of the sound channel 125, and the second end 1252 of the sound channel 125 is close to and connected to the door opening on the panel 10. It can be understood that the second end 1252 of the sound channel 125 can also be close to and connected to other openings on the panel 10. Specifically, the sound channel 125 is integrally formed on the first base 121 and forms a groove 1253 in the direction away from the panel 10. When the first base 121 is installed on the panel 10, the groove 1253 and the panel 10 surround to form a channel having only an opening at the first end 1251 and the second end 1252. The cross-sectional shape of the groove 1253 can be arc-shaped, U-shaped, V-shaped, ︺-shaped, etc.; the first end 1251 is formed as a through hole on the first base 121 that passes through the direction perpendicular to the panel surface, and a flange 1254 surrounding the through hole is formed on the side of the first base 121 away from the panel 10. The sound input / output element 113 is installed on the flange 1254 (such as by snapping), and the input / output side faces the panel 10. As an optional embodiment, when the sound input / output element 113 set at the first end 1251 of the sound channel 125 is a sound output element, the cross-section of the first end 1251 of the sound channel 125 is larger than the cross-section of the second end 1252 of the sound channel 125 in a direction perpendicular to the sound transmission direction to increase the transmitted sound. It can be understood that the cross-section can also be set according to specific needs, such as gradually increasing from the first end to the second end.

[0114] As an optional embodiment, a first sealing structure is provided on the first electronic component box body 12 or between the first electronic component box body 12 and the sound input / output element 113, and the first sealing structure prevents foreign matter such as liquid and dust from entering the first electronic component box body 12 through the opening 124 or the sound channel 125. As an optional embodiment, the first sealing structure includes a sealing film provided between the decorative plate 126 and the opening 124 (such as the top wall 1242), and it can be understood that it can also be provided as a labyrinth structure, etc.; when the second opening 1261 is formed on the top plate 202 or the panel 10 or the side plate 203, the first sealing structure includes a sealing film, a labyrinth structure, etc. provided between the top plate 202 or the side plate 203 or the panel 10 and the opening 124; the first sealing structure can also include a sealing film, a labyrinth structure, a sealing ring, etc. provided between the opening 124 and the sound input / output element 113. According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the first sealing structure also includes a sealing foam 13 disposed between the first end 1251 (such as the flange 1254) of the sound channel 125 and the input / output element 113. It is understood that it can also be configured as a sealing ring, a labyrinth structure, etc. As an optional embodiment, a second sealing structure can also be disposed between the sound channel 125 and the panel 10, such as when the glue seal is applied between the first base and the panel 10, the glue seal is also applied at the edge of the sound channel 125.

[0115] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the sound input / output element 113 includes a microphone 1131 and a speaker 1132 . The microphone 1131 is accommodated in the opening portion 124 , and the speaker 1132 is disposed at the first end 1251 of the sound channel 125 .

[0116] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the second electronic component 21 also includes a sound input element (not shown in the figure) for monitoring the sound inside the household appliance 100, such as being installed in the second electronic component housing 22 and receiving the sound through the hole 2222 set on the second cover plate 222.

[0117] Combination Figure 10-Figure 14 According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the first electronic component 11 includes a first electrical connection part a, and the second electronic component 21 includes a second electrical connection part b. The first electronic component 11 and the second electronic component 21 can be electrically connected through the cooperation of the first electrical connection part a and the second electrical connection part b. The first electrical connection part a and the second electrical connection part b facilitate the connection and separation of electronic components when the panel 10 is installed and disassembled.

[0118] As an optional embodiment, the first electrical connection part a includes a first electrical terminal, and the second electrical connection part b includes a second electrical terminal. The first electrical terminal and the second electrical terminal are configured so that when the panel 10 is installed on the box 20, the first electrical terminal and the second electrical terminal are automatically electrically connected. Preferably, the first electrical terminal and the second electrical terminal are positioned relative to each other, and the first electrical terminal and the second electrical terminal are electrically connected by contact, such as plugging, end face contact, etc. When plugging, the first electrical connection part a and the second electrical connection part b can be constructed as a plug and socket connection; when the end faces are in contact, the first electrical connection part a and the second electrical connection part b can be constructed as a magnetic connection, and the electrical connection is formed by contact between the end face of the first electrical terminal and the end face of the second electrical terminal, and one of the first electrical terminal and the second electrical terminal is subjected to the action of elastic force to maintain a close fit of the end faces. Preferably, the first electrical terminal and the second electrical terminal can also be electrically connected by wireless connection, the second electrical terminal is a wireless power supply terminal, and the first electrical terminal is a wireless receiving terminal.

[0119] As an optional embodiment, when the first electrical terminal and the second electrical terminal are electrically connected by contact, the first electrical connection portion a is arranged on the first electronic component box body 12, and the second electrical connection portion b is arranged on the second electronic component box body 22. Figure 10-11 In the illustrated embodiment, the first electrical connection portion a is disposed on the first cover plate 122, such as being disposed in a first connection hole 1221 on the first cover plate 122; the second electrical connection portion b is disposed on the second base 221, such as being disposed in a second connection hole (not shown in the figure) on the second base 221.

[0120] As an optional embodiment, when the first electrical terminal and the second electrical terminal are electrically connected via wireless connection, the first electrical connection portion a is accommodated in the first electronic component box body 12 , and the second electrical connection portion b is accommodated in the second electronic component box body 22 .

[0121] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the switching circuit board 211 is also electrically connected to the power supply or the circuit in the box body 20 through an electrical connection part (not shown in the figure), and a connection hole 2221 is provided on the second cover plate 222, and the electrical connection part is connected through the connection hole 2221. The connection through the electrical connection part facilitates the disassembly of the second electronic component 21 and the second electronic component box body 22 from the box body 20 or the maintenance and testing of the second electronic component 21. As an optional embodiment, the electrical connection part can be constructed as a terminal contact connection; as an optional embodiment, the electrical connection part can also be constructed as a wireless connection, in which case, the connection hole 2221 may not be provided on the second cover plate 222. As an optional embodiment, a sealing member, such as a sealing ring, is provided between the electrical connection part and the connection hole 2221.

[0122] As an optional embodiment, positioning components 120a, 220a are provided between the first electronic component box body 12 and the second electronic component box body 22 to achieve positioning between the first electronic component box body 12 and the second electronic component box body 22 when the panel 10 is installed on the box body 20 and ensure that the first electrical connection part a and the second electrical connection part b are connected in place. According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the positioning components 120a, 220a include a positioning rib 120a provided on the first base 121 and a groove 220a provided on the second base 221. It is understood that other positioning elements may also be provided between the panel 10 and the box body 20.

[0123] As an optional embodiment, a detachable fixing assembly 120b, 220b is provided between the first electronic component box body 12 and the second electronic component box body 22 to achieve the fixation between the first electronic component box body 12 and the second electronic component box body 22 when the panel 10 is installed on the box body 20 and ensure that the first electrical connection part a and the second electrical connection part b are connected in place. According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the fixing assembly 120b, 220b includes a buckle 120b provided on the first cover plate 122 and a slot 220b (not shown in the figure) provided on the second base 221. It is understood that other fixing elements, such as magnets, buckles, etc., can also be provided between the panel 10 and the box body 20.

[0124] Since the second electronic component 21 is electrically connected to the power supply of the household appliance 100 or the circuit in the box 20, when the panel 10 is separated from the box 20, the second electrical connection part b provided on the second electronic component box 22 may be charged. As an optional embodiment, a shielding part 224 for the second electrical connection part b is provided on the second electronic component box 22, and the shielding part 224 moves between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the shielding part 224 covers the second electrical connection part b, and in the second position, the second electrical connection part b is exposed. When the panel 10 is removed from the box 20, the shielding part 224 protects the second electrical connection part b exposed on the side of the box 20, and plays a role in preventing water splashes, dust and direct touch.

[0125] As an optional embodiment, a brake member 127 acting on the shielding portion 224 is provided on the first electronic component box body 12, and during the process of installing the panel 10 on the box body 20, the brake member 127 can move the shielding portion 224 from the first position to the second position; during the process of removing the panel 10 from the box body 20, as the panel 10 moves away from the box body 20, the shielding portion 224 moves from the second position to the first position, such as under the action of gravity or spring force.

[0126] As an optional embodiment, the shielding portion 224 is pivotally connected to the second electronic component box body 22, such as through the rotating shaft 2241, and has a first acting portion 2242, and the brake member 127 has a corresponding second acting portion 1271. During the movement of the panel 10 close to the box body 20, the second acting portion 1271 acts on the first acting portion 2242 to pivot the shielding portion 224 to expose the second electrical connection portion b, and then the first electrical connection portion a and the second electrical connection portion b are engaged and can form an electrical connection. It can be understood that the shielding portion 224 can also be sliding or folding, etc.

[0127] As an optional embodiment, the second electronic component box body 22 is provided with a receiving portion 225 when the shielding portion 224 moves to the second position. During the process of the shielding portion 224 moving from the first position to the second position, it gradually enters the receiving space of the receiving portion 225. The shielding portion 224, the receiving portion 225 and the base portion together form a cover body of the second electrical connection portion b. When the shielding portion 224 is in the first position, at least part of it overlaps with the receiving portion 225, further playing a role in protecting the second electrical connection portion b. Preferably, the second electronic component box body 22 can also be provided with a base portion. The shielding portion 224, the receiving portion 225 and the base portion together form a cover body of the second electrical connection portion b. According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the shielding portion 224, the receiving portion 225 and the second electrical connection portion b are arranged in a concave cavity C3 on the side of the second base 221 facing the panel 10.

[0128] As an optional embodiment, a circumferentially surrounding edge 128 is formed on the first electronic component box body 12. When the panel 10 is installed on the box body 20 and the first electrical connection part a and the second electrical connection part b are engaged, a seal is formed to electrically connect the first electrical connection part a and the second electrical connection part b, such as the edge 128 cooperates with the concave cavity C3 on the second base 221 to form a seal. Preferably, a seal, such as a sealing ring, can also be provided between the edge 128 and the concave cavity C3. As an optional embodiment, the fixing portion 227 of the rotating shaft 2241 also plays a role in auxiliary positioning and auxiliary sealing. As an optional embodiment, a sealing structure is provided between the first electrical connection part a, the second electrical connection part b and the first electronic component box body 12 and the second electronic component box body 22.

[0129] As an optional implementation, the first acting portion 2242 and the second acting portion 1271 respectively have a first acting surface 2243 and a second acting surface 1272 that interact with each other.

[0130] As an optional embodiment, the installation direction D of the panel 10 and the first electronic component box body 12 is perpendicular to the plate surface of the panel 10. According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the axis X of the rotating shaft 2241 is parallel to the plate surface of the panel 10, the first action portion 2242 is a boss arranged on both sides of the shielding portion 224 along the axis Y parallel to the axis X, and the first action surface 2243 is a circumferential surface around the axis Y arranged on the boss; the second action portion 1271 is a rib extending toward the box body 20 and arranged corresponding to the boss on the side of the first electronic component box body 12 facing the box body 20, and the second action surface 1272 is an inclined surface arranged on the rib; during the installation process, as the operation The author drives the panel 10 and the inclined surface to move along the installation direction D. The circumferential surface moves along the inclined surface under the action of the inclined surface and drives the shielding part 224 to pivot to the second position. Finally, the circumferential surface passes over the inclined surface and remains on the plane 1273 on the brake member 127 that intersects the inclined surface. The plane 1273 is preferably a horizontal plane. During disassembly, the brake member 127 moves away from the box body 20 along the opposite direction of the installation direction D with the panel 10. The circumferential surface slides from the plane 1273 due to gravity and moves along the inclined surface, bringing the shielding part 224 to pivot to the first position.

[0131] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the size of the outer contour of the panel 20 is the same as the size of the outer contour of the front surface of the housing 10, that is, the panel 20 constitutes the entire appearance of the front surface of the household appliance 100. The front surface in this application refers to the surface of the household appliance facing the user when in use, which further ensures the integrity of the panel 20 and meets the design requirements of panel integration and simplicity. As an optional embodiment, the size of the outer contour of the panel 20 can also be smaller than the size of the outer contour of the front surface of the housing 10, that is, the panel 20 only constitutes part of the appearance of the household appliance 100, such as only constituting the control panel of the clothing processing device, that is, the user interface for the user to operate the household appliance 100 and perform human-computer interaction.

[0132] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, at least a detergent box opening and / or a door opening are provided on the panel 10 to meet the needs of daily use. As an optional embodiment, when the household appliance 100 is a clothing care device, at least one of a lint cleaning part opening, a drain pump maintenance part opening, a condensed water box opening, and a heat dissipation opening may also be provided on the panel 20.

[0133] According to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the panel is at least one of an acrylic panel, a stainless steel panel, an ABS panel, a glass panel, and a flexible panel.

[0134] The various specific embodiments described above and shown in the drawings are only used to illustrate the present invention. Within the scope of the basic technical concept of the present invention, any form of changes made by ordinary technicians in the relevant technical field to the present invention are within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A household appliance, comprising a housing (20) and a panel (10) detachably arranged on the housing (20), characterized in that: The panel (10) is provided with a first electronic component box (12) and a first electronic assembly (11) at least partially contained in the first electronic component box (12), wherein the first electronic assembly (11) comprises a sound input / output element (113).

2. The household appliance according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first electronic component box (12) comprises an opening (124) communicating with an external environment space, and the sound input / output element (113) is accommodated in the opening (124); and / or The first electronic component box (12) comprises a sound channel (125), wherein a path for allowing sound waves to pass through is formed between the sound channel (125) and the panel (10), and the sound channel (125) has a first end (1251) spatially connected to the sound input / output element (113) and a second end (1252) spatially connected to an external environment; and / or A first sealing structure is provided on the first electronic component box body (12) or between the first electronic component box body (12) and the sound input / output element (113).

3. The household appliance according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first sealing structure is provided between the opening portion (124) and the sound input / output element (113).

4. The household appliance according to claim 2, characterized in that: The opening portion (124) is provided with a first opening (1241) facing the top, side or front of the household appliance (100); the housing (20) comprises a front panel (201), a top panel (202) and a side panel (203); the panel (10) is detachably mounted on the front panel (201); and a groove (25) is formed on the top panel (202) or the side panel (203) or the panel (10) to avoid the first opening (1241).

5. The household appliance according to claim 4, characterized in that: A decorative plate (126) is arranged in the groove (25), a second opening (1261) corresponding to the first opening (1241) is arranged on the decorative plate (126), and the first sealing structure is arranged between the decorative plate (126) and the opening (124).

6. The household appliance according to claim 2, characterized in that: The panel (10) is provided with an opening (103), and the second end (1252) is close to the opening (15) and communicates with the opening (103); and / or The sound input / output element (113) is disposed at the first end (1251), and the first sealing structure is disposed between the first end (1251) and the sound input / output element (113); and / or A second sealing structure is provided between the sound channel (125) and the panel (10); and / or When the sound input / output element (113) spatially connected to the first end (1251) of the sound channel (125) is a sound output element, the cross-section of the first end (1251) of the sound channel (125) is larger than the cross-section of the second end (1252) of the sound channel (125) in a direction perpendicular to the sound transmission direction.

7. The household appliance according to claim 6, characterized in that: The opening (103) comprises at least one of a material box opening, a door opening, a lint cleaning section opening, a drainage pump maintenance section opening, a condensate box opening, and a heat dissipation opening.

8. The household appliance according to any one of claims 2 to 7, characterized in that: The first electronic component box body (12) comprises a first base (121) and a first cover plate (122), and the sound channel (125) and / or the opening (124) are arranged on the first base (121).

9. The household appliance according to claim 8, characterized in that: The opening portion (124) includes a top wall (1242) and a side wall (1243) formed on a side of the first base (121) away from the panel (10), and the top wall (1242) and the side wall (1243) surround and form a storage space for the sound input / output element (113).

10. The household appliance according to claim 8, characterized in that: The sound channel (125) is integrally formed on the first base (121) and forms a groove (1253) in a direction away from the panel (10); the first end (1251) is formed as a through hole on the first base (121) that passes through in a direction perpendicular to the plate surface of the panel (10); a flange (1254) surrounding the through hole is formed on a side of the first base (121) away from the panel (10); and the sound input / output element (113) is mounted on the flange (1254).

11. The household appliance according to claim 8, characterized in that: The first base (121) and the first cover plate (122) are sealedly connected; and / or The first base (121) is arranged between the panel (10) and the first cover plate (122).

12. The household appliance according to any one of claims 1 to 11, characterized in that: The first electronic component (11) comprises a human-machine interaction element (111); a groove (1211) or a hole (1212) corresponding to the human-machine interaction element (111) is formed on a side of the first electronic component box (12) facing the panel (10); the first electronic component box (12) is sealed and connected between an edge of the groove (1211) or the hole (1212) and the panel (10).

13. The household appliance according to any one of claims 1 to 11, characterized in that: The box body (20) is provided with a second electronic component box body (22) and a second electronic assembly (21) at least partially accommodated in the second electronic component box body (22); the first electronic assembly (11) includes a first electrical connection portion (a), and the second electronic assembly (21) includes a second electrical connection portion (b); the first electronic assembly (11) and the second electronic assembly (21) can be electrically connected through the cooperation of the first electrical connection portion (a) and the second electrical connection portion (b); preferably, the first electrical connection portion (a) is provided on the first electronic component box body (12) or accommodated in the first electronic component box body (12), and the second electrical connection portion (b) is provided on the second electronic component box body (22) or accommodated in the second electronic component box body (22).

14. The household appliance according to any one of claims 1 to 11, characterized in that: The dimensions of the outer contour of the plate surface of the panel (10) are the same as the dimensions of the outer contour of the front surface of the box body (20).

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