Clothes airing machine and clothes airing machine control method

Abstract

The invention discloses a clothes airing machine and a clothes airing machine control method. The clothes airing machine comprises a support assembly and a reflection assembly. The support assembly is used for supporting to-be-aired articles, the reflection assembly comprises a reflection part, and the reflection part is configured to be used for reflecting light to the to-be-aired articles. Specifically, the reflecting part can capture and concentrate light rays from the external environment and project the light rays to the clothes in a directional mode. According to the design principle, the reflecting surface is used for changing the direction of the light, so that the articles to be aired can obtain sufficient illumination even in places with less direct light, such as the inner side of a balcony. Therefore, according to the clothes airing machine, sunlight can be reflected through the reflection assembly, the time for irradiating the to-be-aired objects with the sunlight is shortened, and therefore the airing efficiency of the to-be-aired objects is improved. And furthermore, the efficient airing process can be achieved in a limited space, energy can be saved, use of traditional drying equipment is reduced, and a positive effect on environmental protection is achieved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of daily furniture, and in particular to a clothes drying machine and a clothes drying machine control method. Background Art

[0002] As people's living standards continue to improve, the requirements for various facilities in daily life are also getting higher and higher. As a basic part of daily life, the efficiency and safety of clothes drying are directly related to the quality of the living environment and personal health. Traditional clothes drying methods mostly rely on natural conditions, such as drying and sterilizing clothes through sunlight. However, this method has obvious limitations.

[0003] Common clothes drying racks on the market are usually installed in balconies and other places. Due to the limitations of the building structure, such a layout means that the clothes can only receive limited sunlight from the front. In addition, since the position of the sun changes with time, the time in a day when the sun can be effectively used is very short. Especially in spring, autumn and winter, when the light intensity is weakened, it is difficult to ensure that the clothes are fully dried even during the day, not to mention the effective disinfection of clothes by ultraviolet rays. Therefore, in these seasons, the process of drying clothes by natural light becomes extremely slow and unreliable.

[0004] In the related art, in order to solve the above problems, clothes drying equipment with drying function has appeared on the market. This type of product mainly uses electric heaters to heat the air, and cooperates with fans to guide the hot air flow to the surrounding of the clothes to be dried to accelerate the evaporation of water; or simply relies on the air flow generated by the fan to act on the surface of the clothes to promote the dissipation of water vapor. Although compared with the natural drying method, this method can indeed increase the drying speed of clothes to a certain extent, it still has many defects: on the one hand, the use of electric heaters for drying consumes a lot of energy, and long-term operation will significantly increase household electricity costs; on the other hand, improper design may cause local temperatures to be too high, thereby damaging certain clothes with more sensitive materials and even causing safety hazards (such as fire). More importantly, no matter what form of drying device is used, it has not solved the problem of how to effectively use ultraviolet rays or other means to thoroughly sterilize clothes. Summary of the invention

[0005] The main purpose of the present invention is to provide a clothes drying machine and a clothes drying machine control method, which can reflect sunlight through a reflection component to increase the sunlight exposure time of the items to be dried, thereby improving the drying efficiency of the items to be dried.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, some embodiments of the present invention provide a clothes drying machine, comprising: A support assembly, used to support items to be dried; The reflective assembly comprises a reflective portion configured to reflect light to items to be dried.

[0007] In some embodiments, the reflective assembly further includes a fixed bracket, and the reflective portion is movably connected to the fixed bracket so that the reflective portion can adjust the irradiation position.

[0008] In some embodiments, the reflective assembly further includes a driving unit, which is connected to the reflective unit and the fixed bracket to drive the fixed bracket to move.

[0009] In some embodiments, the reflective assembly further includes a controller and a sensor, the sensor being used to sense the light intensity near the items to be dried, the controller being connected to the sensor and the driving unit, and the controller controlling the movement of the driving unit according to the light intensity.

[0010] In some embodiments, the sensor includes a photovoltaic sensing system connected to a bracket assembly.

[0011] In some embodiments, the bracket assembly is suitable for installation on the inner side of the balcony, and the reflective assembly is suitable for installation on the outer side of the balcony to capture light.

[0012] An embodiment of a second aspect of the present invention provides a clothes drying machine control method, which is used for the clothes drying machine of any of the above embodiments. The clothes drying machine control method comprises the following steps: Obtaining a first light intensity in a drying area; The position of the reflecting part is adjusted according to the intensity of the first light.

[0013] In some embodiments, the step of adjusting the position of the reflective portion according to the first light intensity includes: It is determined whether the intensity of the first light is greater than a preset value, and when the intensity of the first light is greater than the preset value, the position of the reflecting part is adjusted.

[0014] In some embodiments, the step of adjusting the position of the reflective portion includes: Scan the first light intensity of the drying area within the preset time to obtain the maximum light intensity, and adjust the reflecting part to the position corresponding to the maximum light intensity.

[0015] In some embodiments, before the step of adjusting the position of the reflective portion according to the first light intensity, the method further includes: It is determined whether the first light intensity is less than a preset intensity value, and the continuous time for which the first light intensity is less than the preset intensity value is measured. When the continuous time is greater than the preset time, the clothes drying machine ends its operation.

[0016] According to the above embodiments, the beneficial effects of the present invention are: The clothes drying machine of the present invention comprises a support assembly and a reflection assembly. The support assembly is used to support clothes or other articles to be dried. The reflection assembly is used to effectively reflect the light of sunlight or other light sources onto the articles to be dried, thereby improving the drying efficiency.

[0017] Through the above structure, the reflective part can capture and concentrate the light from the external environment, and project it onto the clothes in a direction. The present invention uses the reflective surface of the reflective part to change the direction of the light, so that the items to be dried can obtain sufficient light even in places with less direct light, such as the inside of the balcony. Therefore, the clothes drying machine of the present application can reflect sunlight through the reflective component, increase the sunlight exposure time of the items to be dried, and thus improve the drying efficiency of the items to be dried. Furthermore, the present application can not only realize an efficient drying process in a limited space, but also save energy, reduce the use of traditional drying equipment, and play a positive role in environmental protection.

[0018] Additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will be given in part in the following description and in part will be obvious from the following description, or will be learned through practice of the present invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without paying creative work.

[0020] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of a clothes drying machine in one embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 is a flow chart of a method for controlling a clothes drying machine in a first embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 is a flow chart of a clothes drying machine control method in a second embodiment of the present invention; Figure 4 Flow chart of a clothes drying machine control method in the third embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Description of Figure Numbers: Bracket assembly 100; Reflection assembly 200; reflection part 210; fixing bracket 220; driving part 230; rotating motor 231; Sensor 300; brightness sensor 310; photovoltaic light sensing system 320; Items to be dried 400; Clothes 410; Balcony 500.

[0022] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of the present invention will be further explained in conjunction with embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0024] It should be noted that if the embodiments of the present invention involve directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indications are only used to explain the relative position relationship, movement status, etc. between the components in a certain specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indication will also change accordingly.

[0025] In addition, if there are descriptions involving "first", "second", etc. in the embodiments of the present invention, the descriptions of "first", "second", etc. are only used for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, the features limited to "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of the features. In addition, if "and / or", "and / or" or "and / or" appears in the full text, its meaning includes three parallel schemes. Taking "A and / or B" as an example, it includes scheme A, or scheme B, or a scheme that satisfies both A and B. In addition, the technical solutions between the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but it must be based on the ability of ordinary technicians in the field to implement. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be deemed that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection required by the present invention.

[0026] In the related art, the clothes drying racks with drying function on the market mainly heat the air through a heater and then release the hot air through a fan, and use the hot air flow to dry the clothes, or use a fan to drive the air flow to dry the clothes. This method of drying clothes is relatively slow. The method of drying clothes with a heater has a large heater power and consumes a lot of electricity. It is also easy for the local temperature to be too high to damage the clothes, and there is a serious risk of fire. Without sunlight, the clothes cannot be effectively sterilized.

[0027] Reference below Figures 1 to 4 A clothes drying machine and a clothes drying machine control method according to an embodiment of the present invention are described.

[0028] Reference Figure 1In some embodiments, the clothes drying machine includes a support assembly 100 and a reflective assembly 200. The support assembly 100 is designed as a sturdy structure, usually made of metal or durable plastic, and its main function is to support clothes 410 or other items to be dried. The support assembly 100 can be fixed, or it can be retractable or foldable for easy storage. The reflective assembly 200 includes a reflective part 210, which is usually a material with high reflectivity, such as a polished metal plate, silver-coated glass or a special reflective film. The function of the reflective part 210 is to effectively reflect the light of sunlight or other light sources onto the items to be dried 400, thereby improving the drying efficiency.

[0029] Through the above structure, the reflective part 210 can capture and concentrate the light from the external environment, and project it onto the clothes 410 in a direction. The principle of such a design is to use the reflective surface to change the direction of the light, so that the items to be dried 400 can obtain sufficient light even in places with less direct light, such as the inside of the balcony 500. Therefore, the clothes drying machine of the present application can reflect sunlight through the reflective component 200, increase the time of sunlight exposure to the items to be dried 400, and thus improve the drying efficiency of the items to be dried 400. Furthermore, the present application can not only realize an efficient drying process in a limited space, but also save energy, reduce the use of traditional drying equipment, and play a positive role in environmental protection.

[0030] It is understandable that in some embodiments, the shape of the reflective portion 210 can be further optimized to enhance the focusing effect of light. For example, the reflective portion 210 can be designed in the form of a concave mirror, which can more effectively gather light and increase the intensity of illumination. In addition, the reflective portion 210 can also be made of a multi-layer composite material, with the outer layer being a protective layer with good weather resistance, the middle layer being a high reflectivity material, and the inner layer being a substrate for strengthening structural stability and rust prevention treatment. This composite structure not only ensures the long-term effectiveness of the reflective portion 210, but also improves the service life of the entire device. In addition, in order to adapt to the changes in the angle of the sun in different seasons, the reflective portion 210 can also be set to a rotatable and adjustable angle, so that the user can manually adjust the optimal reflection angle according to actual needs to ensure that the optimal lighting conditions can be obtained throughout the year.

[0031] Of course, it is understandable that the reflective portion 210 can be used to reflect light from a household sun dryer or other device in addition to sunlight. For example, when drying clothes at night, the sun dryer can be placed under the clothes, and the angle of the reflective portion 210 can be adjusted so that the reflective portion 210 can reflect the residual light of the sun dryer, thereby accelerating the drying efficiency.

[0032] Reference Figure 1In some embodiments, the reflective assembly 200 further includes a fixed bracket 220. The reflective portion 210 is movably connected to the fixed bracket 220, which allows the reflective portion 210 to be adjusted as needed to ensure that the light can accurately irradiate the items to be dried 400. The fixed bracket 220 is generally made of a corrosion-resistant material with a certain mechanical strength, such as stainless steel or a surface-treated aluminum alloy. It not only provides a stable support base for the reflective portion 210, but also allows the reflective portion 210 to have a certain degree of freedom through a reasonable joint design, which is easy to adjust.

[0033] The purpose of designing this structure is to take into account that the angle of sunlight varies greatly with time and seasons. By allowing the reflective part 210 to move relative to the fixed bracket 220, the influence of these natural factors can be flexibly dealt with. Specifically, when the position of the sun changes, the user can adjust the angle of the reflective part 210 to maintain the best lighting effect and ensure that the clothes 410 are evenly and fully exposed to the sun. This feature greatly enhances the practicality of the clothes drying machine, especially in areas where the sunshine time is short or irregular.

[0034] It is understandable that, in some embodiments, the movable connection between the reflective portion 210 and the fixed bracket 220 can be achieved in a variety of ways. For example, the reflective portion 210 can be connected to the fixed bracket 220 by a hinge mechanism, so that it can be easily rotated up and down, left and right. Another possible way is to use a slide rail system so that the reflective portion 210 can slide on a predetermined path to achieve the purpose of adjustment. In addition, a locking mechanism can also be introduced. Once the ideal reflection angle is found, the current state can be maintained through the locking mechanism to prevent the reflective portion 210 from accidentally shifting due to factors such as wind. In addition, for those application scenarios that pursue a higher level of automation, the fixed bracket 220 can be equipped with a small motor, and cooperate with a remote control or an intelligent control system to achieve precise angle adjustment under remote control, which greatly improves the user experience.

[0035] Reference Figure 1 In some embodiments, the reflective assembly 200 includes a driving unit 230. The driving unit 230 is connected to the reflective unit 210 and the fixed bracket 220, and its main function is to cause the fixed bracket 220 to move mechanically or electronically, thereby driving the reflective unit 210 to change position. The driving unit 230 can be an electric motor, a pneumatic actuator, or a hydraulic cylinder, etc., and a suitable type is selected according to the actual application scenario. When an electric motor is used, power can be transmitted through a gear set or a belt drive mechanism; if it is a pneumatic or hydraulic system, the pressure change of compressed air or liquid is used to drive the piston to move.

[0036] Such a structural design enables the user to more conveniently adjust the angle and position of the reflective part 210, and to achieve precise control of the direction of light irradiation without manual operation. The existence of the drive unit 230 not only simplifies the adjustment process, but also improves the overall automation level of the clothes drying machine. In principle, the drive unit 230 receives a signal from an external controller and starts the corresponding action, so that the reflective part 210 is adjusted according to a preset trajectory or the optimal angle calculated in real time. This mechanism ensures that even without human intervention, the clothes 410 can be kept in the best lighting conditions, accelerate the drying process and improve the drying efficiency.

[0037] It is understandable that in some embodiments, in order to increase the reliability and durability of the drive system, a buffer device, such as a spring or a shock absorber, may be provided between the drive unit 230 and the fixed bracket 220 to reduce the impact force generated during the movement. In addition, for application scenarios that require higher precision control, a servo motor may be used as a drive source, and combined with an encoder feedback mechanism to form a closed-loop control system, which can not only achieve smoother and more fluent movements, but also ensure position accuracy under long-term operation. In addition, considering safety issues, the drive system should have an overload protection function to prevent equipment damage due to excessive load.

[0038] Reference Figure 1 In some embodiments, the reflective assembly 200 includes a controller and a sensor 300 in addition to the driving unit 230. The sensor 300 is used to detect the light intensity near the items 400 to be dried. It can be a photoresistor, a photodiode, or other types of light sensors. These sensors 300 are installed in appropriate locations to ensure that the light changes in the environment can be accurately captured. The controller is responsible for processing the data obtained from the sensor 300, and based on this, sends instructions to the driving unit 230 to instruct it how to adjust the position of the reflective unit 210.

[0039] Through this automated control system, the clothes drying machine can dynamically adjust the direction of the reflective part 210 according to the actual lighting conditions to maximize the utilization of sunlight. The specific working principle is as follows: When the sensor 300 detects a change in the intensity of the surrounding light (for example, clouds blocking the sun), it will transmit the information to the controller. The algorithm inside the controller will analyze this data to determine whether the current light is strong enough and in which direction the reflective part 210 should be rotated to obtain a better lighting effect. Subsequently, the controller sends a corresponding control signal to the drive part 230 to drive the reflective part 210 to rotate to the optimal angle. In this way, no matter how the weather conditions change, the clothes drying machine can maintain a high drying efficiency while avoiding the need for frequent manual adjustments.

[0040] It is understandable that in some embodiments, the controller can integrate more complex intelligent algorithms, such as introducing machine learning technology, so that the clothes dryer can accumulate more knowledge about the lighting pattern over time, and then make more accurate predictions and responses. In addition, there can be more than one sensor 300, but multiple sensors distributed in different locations, working together to provide a full range of lighting information, which helps to improve the perception and adaptability of the entire system. In addition, in order to enhance the user experience, a wireless communication module can also be added to the controller, allowing the user to remotely monitor and control the working status of the clothes dryer through a smartphone application, realizing a true smart home experience.

[0041] Reference Figure 1 In some embodiments, the sensor 300 includes a photovoltaic light sensing system 320, which is designed to be directly connected to the bracket assembly 100. This layout enables the sensor 300 to more accurately detect the light intensity near the drying items 400. Since the sensor 300 is close to the drying items such as clothes 410, the actual light conditions received by the clothes 410 can be obtained in real time, thereby providing more accurate data to the controller for decision-making.

[0042] By mounting the sensor 300 on the bracket assembly 100, the structure ensures that the relative position between the sensor 300 and the clothing 410 is fixed, which helps to reduce the measurement error caused by changes in the external environment (such as wind). Specifically, when sunlight shines on the sensor 300, the sensor 300 will output a corresponding electrical signal according to the change in light intensity. After processing, these signals will be transmitted to the controller as a basis for adjusting the angle and position of the reflective part 210. This configuration improves the response speed and accuracy of the system, and ensures that the clothes drying machine can automatically optimize the position of the reflective part 210 under different lighting conditions to achieve the best drying effect.

[0043] In some embodiments, the sensor 300 further includes a brightness sensor 310 , which is disposed on the reflective portion 210 and is used to cooperate with the photovoltaic light sensing system 320 to more conveniently allow the reflective component 200 to capture light intensity information.

[0044] It is understandable that in some embodiments, the sensor 300 can also be connected to the controller by wireless communication, which not only simplifies the wiring but also facilitates maintenance. In addition, in order to further improve the accuracy of data collection, multiple sensors 300 can be installed at different positions of the bracket assembly 100 to form a network to jointly monitor the light distribution of the entire drying area. Each sensor 300 is responsible for monitoring the light intensity in its area and aggregating the data to the controller for comprehensive analysis. Based on this, the controller can achieve more precise control of the reflective part 210. For example, the local lighting can be adjusted according to the needs of different parts of the clothing 410, such as giving priority to certain parts of the clothing 410 that need to dry faster. In addition, the design of the sensor 300 can also consider adding waterproof and dustproof functions to adapt to outdoor use environments and extend service life.

[0045] Reference Figure 1 In some embodiments, the support assembly 100 is adapted to be installed on the inside of the balcony 500, while the reflective assembly 200 is installed on the outside of the balcony 500. Such a layout allows the reflective assembly 200 to better capture natural light from the outside, especially sunlight, and reflect it onto the items to be dried 400 in the balcony 500. The support assembly 100 is generally designed to be fixed to a wall or ceiling structure so as to stably support items such as clothes 410. At the same time, the reflective assembly 200 is installed on the outside through a suitable fixing device (such as a wall mount or a clamp) so that it can receive and reflect sunlight without obstacles.

[0046] This design of separating the inside and outside is to make full use of the abundant natural light source outside. Since the inside of the balcony 500 is often affected by buildings or other obstacles, direct sunlight may be insufficient. By placing the reflective assembly 200 outside the balcony 500, this defect can be effectively compensated. The sunlight captured by the reflective assembly 200 is concentrated and guided to the inside of the balcony 500 through the reflective part 210, ensuring that items such as clothes 410 can obtain sufficient light and speed up the drying process. In addition, this method also reduces the indoor space occupation and keeps the balcony 500 clean and beautiful.

[0047] It is understandable that, in some embodiments, in order to enhance the stability and weather resistance of the reflective assembly 200, the reflective portion 210 and its fixing bracket 220 can be made of UV-resistant and corrosion-resistant materials, such as stainless steel or aluminum alloy treated with special coatings. These materials can not only resist erosion under adverse weather conditions, but also maintain high reflectivity for a long time. In addition, considering safety factors, the reflective assembly 200 should have a certain wind resistance, and its stability can be improved by strengthening the fixing points or adding additional supports. For extreme climate areas, it is also possible to consider installing a protective cover on the reflective assembly 200 to protect it from damage caused by extreme weather such as hail and heavy rain. In addition, if the balcony 500 has limited space or special requirements, the reflective assembly 200 can also be designed as a foldable or retractable structure, which is convenient for users to flexibly adjust the installation position and angle according to actual conditions.

[0048] Reference Figure 2 In some embodiments, the clothes drying machine control method includes the following steps: S101: Obtaining a first light intensity in a drying area.

[0049] S102: adjusting the position of the reflective portion 210 according to the first light intensity.

[0050] Regarding obtaining the first light intensity of the drying area, specifically, the sensor 300 is connected to the bracket assembly 100 to continuously monitor the light conditions near the items to be dried 400. When the light in the environment changes, the sensor 300 can detect and record these changes in real time and send the data to the controller.

[0051] Regarding adjusting the position of the reflective portion 210 according to the first light intensity, specifically, after receiving the light intensity data transmitted by the sensor 300, the controller analyzes the current light conditions and determines how to adjust the position of the reflective portion 210 according to a preset algorithm or rule. If the current light intensity is insufficient to provide an effective drying effect, the controller adjusts the angle and position of the reflective portion 210 through the driving portion 230 to ensure that the clothes 410 can obtain the best light.

[0052] This control method utilizes the real-time data provided by the sensor and combines it with the intelligent processing capability of the controller to dynamically optimize the position of the reflective portion 210. This not only improves the drying efficiency, but also saves energy, because the reflective portion 210 can accurately guide natural light to the clothes 410, reducing the need for other auxiliary lighting equipment.

[0053] It is understood that in some embodiments, the controller can also integrate weather forecast data to predict future lighting conditions and make corresponding adjustment strategies in advance. For example, if the forecast shows that there will be more clouds in the next few hours, the controller can pre-set a more frequent adjustment cycle to capture the best possible lighting at every moment. In addition, in order to further enhance the user experience, the controller can be connected to the user's smartphone application, allowing the user to remotely monitor the status of the clothes drying machine and manually intervene in the adjustment process, such as setting lighting preferences within a specific time. In addition, the controller can also have a learning function, which continuously optimizes its decision-making logic by accumulating usage data and gradually adapting to the user's specific needs and habits.

[0054] In some embodiments, in order to further explain in detail how to adjust the position of the reflective portion 210 according to the first light intensity, the control method further includes the following specific steps: It is determined whether the intensity of the first light is greater than a preset value. When the intensity of the first light is greater than the preset value, the position of the reflective portion 210 is adjusted.

[0055] Regarding determining whether the first light intensity is greater than a preset value, specifically, the controller first needs to compare the current light intensity measured by the sensor 300 with a threshold preset in the system. This threshold is usually determined based on experimental data and represents the minimum light level sufficient for effective drying.

[0056] When the first light intensity is greater than a preset value, the position of the reflective portion 210 is adjusted. Specifically, if the detected light intensity is higher than a preset threshold, it indicates that the current light is strong enough and suitable for drying. At this time, the controller will start the driving portion 230 to adjust the reflective portion 210 to the optimal angle so as to maximize the use of existing natural light to illuminate the clothes 410. This step usually involves calculating the ideal position of the reflective portion 210 and performing actual mechanical movement to reach the position.

[0057] This design enables the clothes drying machine to automatically optimize the position of the reflective portion 210 under sufficient light conditions, thereby ensuring that the clothes 410 are evenly and efficiently dried. The design principle is that it is meaningful to adjust the reflective portion 210 only when the light intensity exceeds a certain standard; otherwise, even if adjusted, it will not significantly improve the drying effect.

[0058] It is understandable that in some embodiments, the preset values ​​can be personalized according to different application scenarios and user needs. For example, for some particularly wet or difficult to dry clothes 410, the user may want to set a higher threshold to ensure that the clothes are only hung under very ideal lighting conditions. In addition, the controller can also introduce more complex algorithms, such as learning models based on historical data, to predict the best time to adjust, rather than simply relying on instant readings. This algorithm can be continuously optimized through machine learning technology to improve the response accuracy and efficiency of the system. At the same time, in order to prevent mechanical wear caused by frequent adjustments, a certain hysteresis characteristic can be added to the control logic, that is, the adjustment action is only triggered when the light intensity changes by more than a certain range.

[0059] In some embodiments, in order to further explain in detail the process of adjusting the position of the reflective portion 210, the control method further includes the following specific steps: The first light intensity of the drying area within a preset time is scanned to obtain the maximum light intensity, and the reflective portion 210 is adjusted to a position corresponding to the maximum light intensity.

[0060] Regarding the first light intensity of the drying area within the preset scanning time, specifically, the controller sets a time window, during which the sensor 300 continuously monitors and records the light intensity of the area near the drying items 400. This can be a few minutes or a few hours, which is set according to the actual situation and user needs.

[0061] Regarding obtaining the maximum light intensity, specifically, during the scanning time period, the controller analyzes all the light intensity data collected to find the maximum value, which represents the best lighting condition during this period.

[0062] Regarding adjusting the reflective portion 210 to a position corresponding to the maximum light intensity, specifically, once the maximum light intensity is determined, the controller will calculate the corresponding angle and position of the reflective portion 210 so that the reflective portion 210 can reflect the maximum amount of light onto the clothing 410. Then, the reflective portion 210 is adjusted to the position by performing mechanical movement through the driving portion 230.

[0063] The principle of this design is that by finding the best lighting point within a specific time window and adjusting the reflector 210 to this position, it can ensure that the clothes 410 receive as much natural light as possible during the drying process. This not only improves the drying efficiency, but also reduces the dependence on auxiliary light sources and saves energy.

[0064] It is understood that in some embodiments, in order to improve the response speed and accuracy of the system, the controller can use more advanced algorithms to predict future trends in light changes. For example, combining historical data and weather forecast information, the controller can make adjustments in advance to cope with upcoming light changes. In addition, machine learning technology can be introduced to allow the system to learn from past operations and gradually optimize its decision-making process. In addition, for those situations where light changes are more frequent, the controller can set a shorter scanning cycle to capture the instantaneous maximum light point more quickly. At the same time, in order to prevent mechanical wear caused by excessive adjustment, appropriate protection mechanisms can be added to the program, such as a minimum adjustment interval.

[0065] In some embodiments, before adjusting the position of the reflective portion 210 according to the first light intensity, the control method further includes the following steps: It is determined whether the first light intensity is less than a preset intensity value, and the continuous time for which the first light intensity is less than the preset intensity value is measured. When the continuous time is greater than the preset time, the clothes drying machine ends its operation.

[0066] Regarding determining whether the first light intensity is less than the preset intensity value, specifically, the controller first needs to compare the current light intensity measured by the sensor 300 with the minimum threshold preset in the system. This threshold usually represents the minimum light level required to maintain a basic drying effect.

[0067] Regarding timing the continuous duration that the first light intensity is less than the preset intensity value, specifically, if the detected light intensity is lower than the preset threshold, the controller starts timing and records the continuous duration that the light intensity is lower than the threshold.

[0068] When the continuous time is longer than the preset time, the clothes drying machine stops working. Specifically, once the light intensity is lower than the preset threshold for more than the preset maximum time (for example, several hours in a row), the controller will determine that the current environment is not suitable for drying clothes and automatically stop the operation of the clothes drying machine. At this time, the controller may send a notification to the user to inform that the drying process has ended.

[0069] The purpose of this design is that when the light intensity in the environment is insufficient for a long time, continuing to run the clothes drying machine is not only ineffective, but may also lead to unnecessary energy consumption. Therefore, by setting up such an exit mechanism, this situation can be effectively avoided. In addition, this also provides users with a way to intelligently manage the clothes drying process, reducing the need for manual intervention.

[0070] It is understood that in some embodiments, the preset minimum threshold and maximum continuous time can be personalized according to different climatic conditions and user preferences. For example, in areas with poor lighting, users may want to set lower thresholds and longer waiting times to make full use of limited lighting resources. In addition, the controller can also combine data from other sensors, such as temperature, humidity, etc., to comprehensively determine whether to terminate the drying process. In addition, in order to enhance the user experience, the controller can be equipped with a remote communication function, allowing the user to monitor the status of the clothes in real time through a smartphone application and receive notifications of the completion of the clothes drying.

[0071] Please refer to the following Figures 1 to 4 , a preferred embodiment is used to systematically describe the clothes drying machine of the present application. In some embodiments, the present application provides a clothes drying machine that can intelligently increase the lighting time, wherein the sensor 300 includes a brightness sensor 310 and a photovoltaic photosensitive system 320, and the driving unit 230 is a rotating motor 231. Specifically, when the clothes drying machine is working, the reflective component 200 is outside the balcony 500 guardrail of the balcony 500, is not blocked by the balcony 500, and can receive sunlight from all directions. The support assembly 100 is provided with a photovoltaic photosensitive system 320. When the sensor 300 on the reflective assembly 200 detects sunlight, the clothes drying machine controls the driving unit 230 to rotate and scan 45 degrees from the horizontal starting point. At the same time, the photovoltaic photosensitive system 320 on the support assembly 100 detects and records the time from the horizontal line to the maximum light intensity. Then, the driving unit 230 controls the time taken to start working from the horizontal line. After rotating to the position of maximum light intensity, the driving unit 230 controls the reflective unit 210 to slowly rotate upward to the maximum light intensity value recorded by the photovoltaic photosensitive system 320 and then stop. After it is less than the maximum light intensity, it continues to rotate and adjust to the maximum light intensity value recorded by the photovoltaic photosensitive system 320 for 5 minutes. If it rotates to After reaching the maximum position, if the maximum light intensity value recorded by the photovoltaic photosensor system 320 is still not detected, the driving unit 230 controls the reflecting unit 210 to return to the position of the maximum light intensity value recorded by the photovoltaic photosensor system 320, and the driving unit 230 controls the reflecting unit 210 to rotate slowly downward to the maximum light intensity value recorded by the photovoltaic photosensor system 320, and other control logics are the same as the logic upwards; the reflecting unit 210 stops working after rotating to the maximum position, and the maximum rotation angle of the reflecting unit 210 is 45 degrees; when the sensor 300 on the reflecting component 200 does not detect sunlight within 30 minutes, the system restarts working and waits for the sensor 300 on the reflecting component 200 to restart working when it detects sunlight.

[0072] Please refer to the following Figure 3 , a preferred embodiment is used to illustrate the clothes drying machine control method of the present application: S201: Start: The process is activated from the start node.

[0073] S202: Detecting light intensity: The controller determines through the sensor 300 whether the light intensity in the current drying area is lower than a preset value; if so, execute the next step; if not, directly proceed to step S205.

[0074] S203: Perform a full scan: The controller instructs the driving unit 230 to make the reflecting unit 210 perform a full 45-degree range scan to find the best light reflection position.

[0075] S204: Recording the maximum light intensity: During the scanning process, the photovoltaic light sensing system 320 records the maximum light intensity encountered and its corresponding position.

[0076] S205: Timeout detection: The controller determines whether the sensor 300 has not detected sunlight in the last 30 minutes; if so, the next step is executed; if not, the controller returns to step S202 to continue detection.

[0077] S206: Tracking the maximum light intensity: The controller instructs the driving unit 230 to adjust the position of the reflecting unit 210 according to the recorded maximum light intensity value so that the reflecting unit 210 is always aligned with the light source.

[0078] S207: Real-time monitoring and adjustment: The controller continuously monitors the real-time light intensity fed back by the sensor 300 and compares it with the maximum recorded light intensity; if the real-time light intensity is lower than the maximum value, the workflow is ready to end; otherwise, tracking adjustment is continued.

[0079] S208: Work end determination: When the real-time light intensity is continuously lower than the maximum value for a preset period of time, or other preset end conditions are met, the controller instructs the driving unit 230 to stop moving, and the clothes drying machine ends the work process.

[0080] S209: End.

[0081] Further, when the sensor 300 is a brightness sensor 310, the driving unit 230 is a rotating motor 231, and the photovoltaic light sensing system 320 is provided on the bracket assembly 100, refer to Figure 4 In some embodiments, the clothes drying machine control method of the present application includes the following steps: S301: Start: The process starts from the start node.

[0082] S302: Check whether the brightness sensor 310 detects sunlight: If the brightness sensor 310 does not detect sunlight, execute the next step; otherwise skip this step and go directly to S305 (check whether it is timed out).

[0083] S303: Control the rotating motor 231 to scan once: When the brightness sensor 310 does not detect sunlight, the system controls the rotating motor 231 to perform a full scan to find the best lighting position.

[0084] S304: The photovoltaic light sensing system 320 checks the maximum brightness: After completing the scan, the photovoltaic light sensing system 320 will record the maximum brightness value in the current environment.

[0085] S305: Whether sunlight has not been detected for more than 30 minutes: If sunlight has not been detected for more than 30 minutes, proceed to the next step; otherwise, return to step S302 to re-detect the status of the brightness sensor 310.

[0086] S306: Record the time of maximum brightness: After finding the best lighting position, the system will record the maximum brightness value at that moment and the corresponding time point.

[0087] S307: Control the time required for the rotary motor 231 to rotate to the maximum brightness.

[0088] S308: Tracking rotation according to the maximum brightness value: adjusting the direction and speed of the rotating motor 231 according to the recorded maximum brightness value so that it always rotates toward the light source.

[0089] S309: Is it lower than the maximum brightness: Continuously monitor the real-time brightness value and compare it with the previously recorded maximum brightness value. If the real-time brightness is lower than the maximum brightness, end the entire drying process; otherwise, return to step 6 to continue tracking the rotation until the set conditions are met.

[0090] S310: Drying ends: When the stop condition is met (such as the temperature reaches a preset value or the time reaches a set period, etc.), the entire drying process ends.

[0091] In summary, regarding the clothes drying machine and clothes drying machine control method of the present application, when the sun is at 90 to 45 degrees above the balcony 500 of the house, since the items to be dried 400 supported by the support assembly 100 are on the inner side of the balcony 500, the sunlight is blocked by the balcony 500, and the items to be dried 400 cannot be directly exposed to the sunlight; however, the reflective assembly 200 is located outside the balcony 500 guardrail outside the balcony 500, and is not blocked by other positions, and can receive sunlight. The angle of the reflective portion 210 is adjusted by the driving portion 230, and the reflection principle is used to reflect the sunlight through the reflective portion 210 to the items to be dried 400, so as to achieve the drying of the items to be dried 400, such as the drying of the clothes 410.

[0092] The present application improves the drying efficiency of the clothes 410 by increasing the drying time of the clothes 410. Specifically, when the sun is below 45 degrees, although the sunlight can shine on the items to be dried 400 on the inside of the balcony 500, the sunlight can also be reflected by the reflective part 210 of the reflective assembly 200, thereby enhancing the intensity of the sunlight irradiating the items to be dried 400, thereby further improving the drying efficiency. Taking a specific application as an example, the present application solves the problem that the balcony 500 of the commercial house is blocked by the upper, lower, left, right and rear walls, resulting in the inability to irradiate the sunlight, and the sunlight may only be irradiated in a specific time in front. The present application can solve the problem of short sunlight exposure time and extend the sunlight exposure time. In spring, autumn and winter when the sunlight is insufficient, the present application can dry the clothes 410 within one day and achieve an effective ultraviolet sterilization effect through long-term sunlight exposure. In addition, the present application avoids the use of heating wire drying and heating, and solves the problems of high power, high power consumption and excessive local temperature of the clothes 410 causing damage or even fire risk.

[0093] The above are only preferred embodiments of the present invention, and are not intended to limit the patent scope of the present invention. All equivalent structural changes made using the contents of the present invention's specification and drawings, or directly / indirectly applied in other related technical fields, are included in the patent protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A clothes drying machine, characterized in that: include: A support assembly, used to support items to be dried; The reflective assembly comprises a reflective portion, wherein the reflective portion is configured to reflect light to the items to be dried.

2. The clothes drying machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reflective assembly also includes a fixed bracket, and the reflective part is movably connected to the fixed bracket so that the reflective part can adjust the irradiation position.

3. The clothes drying machine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The reflection component also includes a driving part, which is connected to the reflection part and the fixing bracket to drive the fixing bracket to move.

4. The clothes drying machine according to claim 3, characterized in that: The reflective assembly also includes a controller and a sensor, wherein the sensor is used to sense the light intensity near the items to be dried. The controller is connected to the sensor and the driving unit, and the controller controls the movement of the driving unit according to the light intensity.

5. The clothes drying machine according to claim 4, characterized in that: The sensor includes a photovoltaic photosensitive system, and the photovoltaic photosensitive system is connected to the bracket assembly.

6. The clothes drying machine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support assembly is suitable for being installed on the inner side of a balcony, and the reflective assembly is suitable for being installed on the outer side of a balcony to obtain the light.

7. A clothes drying machine control method, used for the clothes drying machine according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that: The following steps are involved: Obtaining a first light intensity in a drying area; The position of the reflecting part is adjusted according to the intensity of the first light.

8. The clothes drying machine control method according to claim 7, characterized in that: The step of adjusting the position of the reflecting part according to the first light intensity comprises: It is determined whether the intensity of the first light is greater than a preset value, and when the intensity of the first light is greater than the preset value, the position of the reflecting part is adjusted.

9. The clothes drying machine control method according to claim 8, characterized in that: The step of adjusting the position of the reflecting portion comprises: Scan the first light intensity of the drying area within a preset time to obtain the maximum light intensity, and adjust the reflecting part to a position corresponding to the maximum light intensity.

10. The clothes drying machine control method according to claim 8, characterized in that: Before the step of adjusting the position of the reflecting part according to the first light intensity, the method further includes: It is determined whether the first light intensity is less than a preset intensity value, and the continuous time for which the first light intensity is less than the preset intensity value is measured. When the continuous time is greater than the preset time, the clothes drying machine ends its operation.

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