Washing machine control method and device, washing machine and computer storage medium

By receiving voice information and selecting the appropriate control mode according to the attributes of the laundry to be washed, the problem of the elderly user group misoperating the selection mode when using the smart washing machine is solved, and convenient and fast washing machine operation for the elderly is achieved.

CN119433909AActive Publication Date: 2025-02-14GREE ELECTRIC APPLIANCE INC OF ZHUHAI
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Application Number
CN202411809968.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
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Filing Date
2024-12-10
Publication Date
2025-02-14
Estimated Expiration
2044-12-10

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Technical Problem

The elderly user group is prone to misoperation when using smart washing machines, resulting in the inability to select the correct operating mode.

Method used

By receiving voice information, the mode matching the preset control mode is determined, and the appropriate control mode is selected according to the attributes of the laundry to be washed, and the matching control mode is automatically run.

Benefits of technology

It realizes that the elderly can start and run the washing machine quickly and accurately through voice control, solving the problem of wrong mode selection caused by wrong operation.

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Abstract

The invention relates to a washing machine control method and device, a washing machine and a computer storage medium, and the method comprises the steps: receiving first voiceprint information, and starting the washing machine based on the first voiceprint information; wherein the first voiceprint information is matched with a plurality of preset control modes; obtaining attributes of clothes to be washed in the washing machine, and determining whether a first control mode matched with the attributes exists in the multiple control modes; under the condition that the first control mode exists in the multiple control modes, the washing machine is operated based on the first control mode; under the condition that the first control mode does not exist in the multiple control modes, a second control mode matched with the attribute is selected from control modes built in the washing machine, and the washing machine is operated based on the selected control mode under triggering of the second voiceprint information. Through the method and the device, the problem that a correct operation mode cannot be selected due to the fact that an old user group easily operates mistakenly when using the intelligent washing machine in the related technology is solved.
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Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of washing machine control, and in particular to a washing machine control method and device, a washing machine and a computer storage medium. Background Art

[0002] With the development of the times, washing machines have become an indispensable appliance in the lives of most people. At present, the functions of washing machines are gradually diversified, and the operation is more complicated, especially for the elderly. When using multi-functional and multi-mode washing machines, the elderly are limited by their cultural level and literacy. They may have ambiguities in understanding and choose a mode or usage time that is not suitable for them, which leads to problems such as not being able to choose a mode, choosing the wrong mode, and not using the washing time when the elderly use the washing machine.

[0003] There is currently no effective solution to the above-mentioned problems in the related art. Summary of the invention

[0004] The present application provides a control method and device for a washing machine, a washing machine and a computer storage medium, so as to solve the problem in the related art that elderly users are prone to misoperation when using smart washing machines, resulting in an inability to select a correct operating mode.

[0005] In a first aspect, the present application provides a method for controlling a washing machine, comprising: receiving first voiceprint information, and turning on the washing machine based on the first voiceprint information; wherein the first voiceprint information matches a preset plurality of control modes; the control mode refers to a mode for controlling the operation of the washing machine; obtaining properties of laundry in the washing machine, and determining whether there is a first control mode matching the properties in the plurality of control modes; if the first control mode exists in the plurality of control modes, operating the washing machine based on the first control mode; if the first control mode does not exist in the plurality of control modes, selecting a second control mode matching the properties from the built-in control modes of the washing machine, and operating the washing machine based on the selected control mode under the triggering of the second voiceprint information; wherein the first voiceprint information and the second voiceprint information correspond to the same target object.

[0006] Optionally, obtaining properties of the laundry in the washing machine and determining whether there is a first control mode matching the properties among the multiple control modes includes: obtaining the following properties of the laundry in the washing machine: type of material of the laundry, weight of the laundry, and state of the laundry; determining a corresponding third control mode from all control modes built into the washing machine based on the type of material of the laundry, weight of the laundry, and state of the laundry; and determining whether there is a first control mode matching the third control mode among the multiple control modes.

[0007] Optionally, determining a corresponding third control mode from all control modes built into the washing machine based on the type of material of the laundry, the weight of the laundry, and the state of the laundry includes: obtaining the type of material of the laundry in the washing machine, and determining N control modes from all control modes built into the washing machine according to the type of material; obtaining the weight of the laundry in the washing machine, and determining M control modes from the control modes built into the washing machine according to the weight; obtaining the state of the laundry in the washing machine, and determining L control modes from the control modes built into the washing machine according to the state; wherein the state represents whether the laundry is in a wet state or a dry state; selecting the common third control mode from the N control modes, the M control modes, and the L control modes; wherein N, M, and L are positive integers.

[0008] Optionally, operating the washing machine based on the selected control mode under the triggering of the second voiceprint information includes: sending the control mode selected by the washing machine to the target terminal; after the target terminal sends an instruction to the washing machine to allow execution of the selected control mode, voice broadcasting whether to run the selected control mode; obtaining the second voiceprint information, and operating the washing machine based on the selected control mode based on the triggering of the second voiceprint information.

[0009] Optionally, the method further includes: during the operation of the washing machine, obtaining third voiceprint information, and terminating the operation of the washing machine and opening the washing machine door based on the third voiceprint information; obtaining fourth voiceprint information, and continuing to control the operation of the washing machine based on the fourth voiceprint information.

[0010] Optionally, before receiving the first voiceprint information, the method also includes: recording the first voiceprint information of the target object into the washing machine; selecting the multiple control modes from all built-in control modes of the washing machine based on the washing habits of the target object, and binding the first voiceprint information to the multiple control modes.

[0011] Optionally, the method further includes: when the washing machine completes washing, announcing the completion of washing by voice, and sending a message indicating the completion of washing to the target terminal.

[0012] In a second aspect, the present application provides a control device for a washing machine, comprising: a first processing module, configured to receive first voiceprint information, and to start the washing machine based on the first voiceprint information; wherein the first voiceprint information matches a preset plurality of control modes; the control mode refers to a mode for controlling the operation of the washing machine; a second processing module, configured to obtain properties of laundry to be washed in the washing machine, and to determine whether there is a first control mode matching the properties in the plurality of control modes; a first control module, configured to operate the washing machine based on the first control mode when the first control mode exists in the plurality of control modes; a second control module, configured to select a second control mode matching the properties from the built-in control modes of the washing machine when the first control mode does not exist in the plurality of control modes, and to operate the washing machine based on the selected control mode under the triggering of the second voiceprint information; wherein the first voiceprint information and the second voiceprint information correspond to the same target object.

[0013] In a third aspect, the present application provides a washing machine, comprising: at least one communication interface; at least one bus connected to the at least one communication interface; at least one processor connected to the at least one bus; and at least one memory connected to the at least one bus, wherein the processor is configured to execute the control method of the washing machine described in the first aspect of the present application.

[0014] In a fourth aspect, the present application further provides a computer storage medium storing computer executable instructions, wherein the computer executable instructions are used to execute the control method of the washing machine described in the first aspect of the present application.

[0015] The above technical solution provided by the embodiment of the present application has the following advantages over the prior art: through the embodiment of the present application, after the target object sends the first voiceprint information to the washing machine, the washing machine can determine a plurality of control modes that match it based on the first voiceprint information, and then select a control mode that matches it from the plurality of control modes based on the properties of the laundry to be washed, and then automatically run the matching control mode; if there is no matching control mode among the plurality of control modes, a matching control mode is selected from all the built-in control modes of the washing machine, and then the washing machine is triggered to run based on the selected control mode based on the second voiceprint information. It can be seen from the above-mentioned embodiment of the present application that the target object can control the operation of the washing machine by voice control, especially for the elderly who may be illiterate, may have blurred vision or cannot operate the smart washing machine, the washing machine can be started conveniently, quickly and accurately, solving the problem in the related art that the elderly user group is prone to misoperation when using the smart washing machine, resulting in the inability to select the correct operating mode. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with the invention and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the invention.

[0017] 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, for ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative labor.

[0018] One or more embodiments are exemplarily described by pictures in the corresponding drawings, and these exemplified descriptions do not constitute limitations on the embodiments. Elements with the same reference numerals in the drawings represent similar elements, and unless otherwise stated, the figures in the drawings do not constitute proportional limitations.

[0019] Figure 1 A flowchart of a method for controlling a washing machine provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0020] Figure 2 An optional flow chart of a method for controlling a washing machine provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0021] Figure 3 One of the display schematic diagrams of the washing machine provided in the embodiment of the present application;

[0022] Figure 4 The second display schematic diagram of the washing machine provided in the embodiment of the present application;

[0023] Figure 5A schematic diagram of the structure of a control device for a washing machine provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0024] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the structure of an electronic device provided in an embodiment of the present application. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] In order to make the purpose, technical solution and advantages of the embodiments of the present application clearer, the technical solution in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the present application. Obviously, the described embodiments are part of the embodiments of the present application, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative work are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0026] The disclosure below provides many different embodiments or examples to implement different structures of the present invention. In order to simplify the disclosure of the present invention, the parts and settings of specific examples are described below. Of course, they are only examples, and the purpose is not to limit the present invention. In addition, the present invention can repeat reference numbers and / or letters in different examples. This repetition is for the purpose of simplification and clarity, and does not itself indicate the relationship between the various embodiments and / or settings discussed.

[0027] In order to solve the problem in the related art that elderly users are prone to misoperation when using smart washing machines, resulting in failure to select the correct operating mode, the present application provides a control method for a washing machine, such as Figure 1 As shown, the steps of the method include:

[0028] Step 101, receiving first voiceprint information, and starting the washing machine based on the first voiceprint information; wherein the first voiceprint information matches a plurality of preset control modes; the control mode refers to a mode for controlling the operation of the washing machine;

[0029] The washing machine in the embodiment of the present application is an intelligent washing machine, that is, the control mode refers to various intelligent washing modes of the washing machine, such as the conventional 15-minute quick wash mode, the 1-hour slow wash mode, the wool wash mode, the underwear wash mode, the infant wash mode, the single drying mode (the duration can be selected), the single dehydration mode, etc. In addition, in the embodiment of the present application, the first voiceprint information and the second voiceprint information correspond to the same target object, that is, the voiceprint information corresponding to the voice information sent by the same user. The preset multiple control modes matching the first voiceprint information can be a commonly used control mode summarized based on the previous washing habits of the target object, or can be a plurality of control modes set in advance, but they are also the control modes that are more commonly used by the target object.

[0030] Step 102, obtaining properties of the laundry in the washing machine, and determining whether there is a first control mode matching the properties among the multiple control modes;

[0031] The attributes of the laundry in the embodiment of the present application may include material, weight and state. The material, weight and state of the laundry can be measured by corresponding sensors. Further, the material of the laundry may include pure cotton, polyester, wool, silk, linen, acrylic, woolen, etc. Different materials may involve different control modes, that is, some materials can be mixed and washed, and some materials can be washed separately and specially, such as woolen clothes can only be washed separately, while pure cotton, polyester and acrylic clothes can be washed together conventionally. The weight of the laundry refers to the total weight of all the clothes put into the washing machine. The operation modes of washing machines with different weights are also different, such as different amounts of water required and different durations of spin drying. The state of the laundry refers to whether the current laundry to be washed is wet or dry. For example, dry clothes are likely to require all washing steps, while wet clothes may be put into the washing machine after hand washing, and only need to be spun dry.

[0032] Step 103, when there is a first control mode among the multiple control modes, operating the washing machine based on the first control mode;

[0033] Step 104: When the first control mode does not exist among the multiple control modes, select a second control mode that matches the attribute from the built-in control modes of the washing machine, and operate the washing machine based on the selected control mode under the triggering of the second voiceprint information; wherein the first voiceprint information and the second voiceprint information correspond to the same target object.

[0034] Through the above steps 101 to 104, after the target object sends the first voiceprint information to the washing machine, the washing machine can determine a plurality of control modes that match it based on the first voiceprint information, and then select a matching control mode from the plurality of control modes based on the properties of the laundry, and then automatically run the matching control mode; if there is no matching control mode among the plurality of control modes, a matching control mode is selected from all built-in control modes of the washing machine, and then the washing machine is triggered to run based on the selected control mode based on the second voiceprint information. It can be seen from the above embodiments of the present application that the target object can control the operation of the washing machine by voice control, especially for the elderly who may be illiterate, may have blurred vision or cannot operate the smart washing machine, and can start the washing machine quickly and accurately, solving the problem in the related art that the elderly user group is prone to misoperation when using the smart washing machine, resulting in the inability to select the correct operating mode.

[0035] In the embodiment of the present application, the living habits of the elderly are basically fixed, so the use modes of the washing machine are also fixed. Therefore, the voiceprint information of the elderly is recorded in the washing machine, and multiple control modes corresponding to the voiceprint information are matched according to the elderly's laundry habits, so that the elderly can use the washing machine conveniently and accurately in the subsequent process. Based on this, before receiving the first voiceprint information, such as Figure 2 As shown, the method of the embodiment of the present application also includes:

[0036] Step 201, recording the first voiceprint information of the target object into the washing machine;

[0037] Step 202: Select multiple control modes from all built-in control modes of the washing machine based on the target object's washing habits, and bind the first voiceprint information to the multiple control modes.

[0038] In this regard, in a specific example, after the terminal is connected to the washing machine, the voiceprint information of the target object can be entered through the APP used to control the washing machine in the terminal, and then a control mode matching the voiceprint information is selected from the APP, and the voiceprint information is bound to the control mode, and the voiceprint information and the binding relationship are sent to the washing machine.

[0039] In the embodiment of the present application, the attributes of the laundry may include material, weight and state, that is, the corresponding control mode may be obtained for each attribute respectively, and then a common control mode may be selected from the respectively obtained control modes. Based on this, the method of obtaining the attributes of the laundry in the washing machine and determining whether there is a first control mode matching the attributes in multiple control modes involved in step 102 in the embodiment of the present application may further include:

[0040] Step 11, obtaining the following attributes of the laundry in the washing machine: the type of material of the laundry, the weight of the laundry, and the state of the laundry;

[0041] Step 12, determining a corresponding third control mode from all built-in control modes of the washing machine based on the type of material of the laundry, the weight of the laundry, and the state of the laundry;

[0042] Step 13, determining whether there is a first control mode matching the third control mode among the multiple control modes.

[0043] In this regard, in a specific example, the material of the laundry may include pure cotton, polyester, wool, silk, linen, acrylic, woolen, etc. Different materials may involve different control modes, that is, some materials can be mixed and washed, and some materials can be washed separately. For example, woolen clothes can only be washed separately, while pure cotton, polyester, and acrylic clothes can be washed together in a conventional manner. The weight of the laundry refers to the total weight of all the clothes put into the washing machine. The operation modes of washing machines with different weights are also different, such as different amounts of water required and different spin drying times. The state of the laundry refers to whether the current laundry is wet or dry. For example, dry clothes are likely to require all washing steps, while wet clothes may be hand washed and then put into the washing machine, and only need to be spun dry. For example, if the material of the current laundry is pure cotton, acrylic, and woolen, the corresponding control mode can be fast wash for 15 minutes, slow wash for 30 minutes, and super slow wash for 1 hour; if the weight of the current laundry is about 10 pounds, the corresponding control mode is slow wash for 30 minutes and super slow wash for 1 hour. If the current state of the clothes is dry, the corresponding control mode can be fast wash for 15 minutes, slow wash for 30 minutes, and super slow wash for 1 hour. Combining the three attributes, it can be concluded that the control mode of the current clothes to be washed can be slow wash for 30 minutes and super slow wash for 1 hour. These two control modes are determined from all the control modes of the washing machine based on the attributes of the clothes to be washed. It is necessary to further confirm whether these two modes are in the multiple control modes matched by the first voiceprint information. For example, if the slow wash for 30 minutes is in the multiple control modes, the washing machine will be automatically operated for washing based on the slow wash for 30 minutes. If neither of these two control modes appears in the multiple control modes matched with the first voiceprint information, one of the two control modes can be selected to wash the clothes to be washed. In this way, the user does not need to select the control mode, but the washing machine can determine the corresponding control mode according to the attributes of the clothes to be washed. Not only can the accurate control mode be determined, but also the experience of the target object using the washing machine is improved, especially the elderly, who can accurately control the washing machine for washing only through voice.

[0044] Based on this, the method of determining the corresponding third control mode from all built-in control modes of the washing machine based on the type of material of the laundry, the weight of the laundry, and the state of the laundry involved in the above step 12 in the embodiment of the present application may further include:

[0045] Step 21, obtaining the type of material of the laundry in the washing machine, and determining N control modes from all built-in control modes of the washing machine according to the type of material;

[0046] Step 22, obtaining the weight of the laundry in the washing machine, and determining M control modes from the built-in control modes of the washing machine according to the weight;

[0047] Step 23, obtaining the state of the laundry in the washing machine, and determining L control modes from the built-in control modes of the washing machine according to the state; wherein the state represents whether the laundry is in a wet state or a dry state;

[0048] Step 24, selecting a common third control mode from N control modes, M control modes and L control modes; wherein N, M and L are positive integers.

[0049] In this regard, in a specific example, if the material of the current laundry is a goose down jacket, the corresponding control mode can be a 20-minute quick wash for the down jacket, a 30-minute slow wash for the down jacket, and an ultra-slow wash for 1 hour for the down jacket; if the current weight of the laundry is about 3 jin, the corresponding control mode can be a 20-minute quick wash for the down jacket and a 30-minute slow wash for the down jacket. If the current state of the laundry is dry, the corresponding control mode can be a 20-minute quick wash for the down jacket. Combining the control modes corresponding to the three attributes, the common control mode is a 20-minute quick wash for the down jacket. It can be seen that in the embodiment of the present application, the corresponding control mode is determined by combining the three attributes of the material, weight and state of the laundry. Compared with the subjective judgment of the user, the objective selection method determines a more accurate control mode, thereby avoiding the problem that the user has difficulty in choosing among multiple control modes, and also avoiding the problem that the user selects the wrong control mode.

[0050] In an embodiment of the present application, if the control mode currently determined based on the laundry is not one of the multiple control modes that match the first voiceprint information, it means that the currently determined control mode is not the control mode commonly used by the user. Therefore, whether to control the operation of the washing machine based on the control mode determined by the laundry needs to be confirmed again, especially for the elderly, whose living habits are basically fixed, and the operation of the washing machine is similar. If the control mode currently determined based on the laundry is not commonly used, it may be that the elderly have misoperated, or that the elderly have taken the wrong clothes, etc. Of course, it may also be a normal operation of the elderly. Therefore, after a second confirmation, it is determined whether to run the washing machine, which can not only prevent the elderly from misoperating, but also ensure that the elderly can run the washing machine with an accurate control mode. Based on this, the method of running the washing machine based on the selected control mode under the triggering of the second voiceprint information involved in the above step 104 can further include:

[0051] Step 31, sending the control mode selected by the washing machine to the target terminal;

[0052] Step 32, after the target terminal sends an instruction for allowing the selected control mode to be executed to the washing machine, a voice broadcast is made to indicate whether the selected control mode is to be executed;

[0053] Step 33, obtaining the second voiceprint information, and operating the washing machine based on the selected control mode triggered by the second voiceprint information.

[0054] In a specific example, if the target object is an elderly person, then the control mode determined by the washing machine according to the properties of the current laundry does not match the control mode corresponding to the elderly person's voiceprint information, and the control mode determined according to the properties of the current laundry needs to be sent to the target terminal for reconfirmation. The target terminal can be the terminal of the elderly person's guardian, and the guardian reconfirms whether the current control mode can be started and run by the elderly person alone. If so, the terminal can send an instruction to the washing machine to allow the execution of the selected control mode, and the washing machine can further announce by voice that the washing machine can be run based on the current control mode. After hearing this, the elderly can trigger the washing machine to run the washing machine based on the control mode by sending voiceprint information. It can be seen that the above method can further improve the safety and accuracy of the elderly in the process of using the washing machine.

[0055] In the embodiment of the present application, if the washing machine completes washing, a washing completion message may be sent to the target terminal to inform the user holding the target terminal, such as the guardian of the target object, that the use of the washing machine has ended. If the washing completion message is not received for a long time, the user holding the target terminal needs to further confirm the reason why the washing is not completed to ensure the safety of the washing process. Therefore, the method in the embodiment of the present application also includes:

[0056] Step 41, when the washing machine has completed washing, voice broadcasts the completion of washing and sends a message of completion of washing to the target terminal.

[0057] In an embodiment of the present application, if the current user needs to add clothes during the washing process, the washing machine can still be controlled to stop washing through voiceprint information, and washing can continue after the clothes are added. This method further improves the experience of using the washing machine.

[0058] Based on this, the method of the embodiment of the present application may also include:

[0059] Step 51, during the operation of the washing machine, obtaining third voiceprint information, and stopping the operation of the washing machine and opening the door of the washing machine based on the third voiceprint information;

[0060] Step 52, obtaining the fourth voiceprint information, and continuing to control the operation of the washing machine based on the fourth voiceprint information.

[0061] The present application is explained below in conjunction with a specific implementation of an embodiment of the present application, which provides an interactive method for controlling a washing machine with voiceprints suitable for elderly people. Specifically, the method includes:

[0062] Step 61, after the user purchases a washing machine with a voice control function to switch to the simple mode for the elderly, he / she enters the home appliance application software on the mobile phone to connect to the washing machine.

[0063] Step 62, click to enter the air conditioner connection interface, select to enter the simple mode for the elderly, record the elderly's voice and information in the home appliance application software on the mobile phone, select the preset mode or make personalized settings, and select and adjust the gears for the three functions of washing, dehydration and drying.

[0064] Step 63, after the voice is turned on, the display screen switches to the simple mode for the elderly, such as Figure 3 As shown, there are four large function keys and one control key, namely preset wash, wash, spin, dry, and start. There is a corresponding gear key under each function key. They are low, medium, and high. Select the mode and adjust the gear by touch.

[0065] If you click the wash button, the default setting is low gear, and the spin function is turned on and the default setting is the lowest gear. The drying function is used according to user needs. If you click the spin or drying button, the default setting is the lowest gear. Other functions are not started by default. Users can click them if they need them. If you want to adjust the gear, click the gear below to adjust it. If you want to cancel a function, click the function button again.

[0066] Step 64, after completing the settings, start the washing machine.

[0067] like Figure 4 As shown in the figure, after starting the washing, the interface displays the remaining time and progress bar, which is convenient for the elderly to check. If you want to pause the washing, you can click the pause button.

[0068] Step 65: If the user wants to modify the preset washing mode, he can return to the mobile terminal to set it.

[0069] Step 66. If you want to exit the simple mode for seniors, you can use voice commands, such as [Exit Senior Mode] to exit the interface. This function is not for users who have recorded voice. Users who have not recorded voiceprint information can also exit this mode, but they cannot start this mode at will. You can also exit this mode by clicking the exit button in the upper left corner.

[0070] Through the above steps 61 to 66, a more humane air-conditioning experience can be achieved, the usage threshold of the multi-functional washing machine can be lowered, and the elderly can be helped to better choose a mode that suits them and improve their sense of happiness in life.

[0071] Corresponds to Figure 1 , the present application embodiment also provides a control device for a washing machine, such as Figure 5 As shown, the device comprises:

[0072] The first processing module 502 is used to receive the first voiceprint information and start the washing machine based on the first voiceprint information; wherein the first voiceprint information matches a plurality of preset control modes; the control mode refers to a mode for controlling the operation of the washing machine;

[0073] The second processing module 504 is used to obtain the properties of the laundry in the washing machine and determine whether there is a first control mode matching the properties among the multiple control modes;

[0074] A first control module 506, configured to operate the washing machine based on the first control mode when the first control mode exists among the multiple control modes;

[0075] The second control module 508 is used to select a second control mode matching the attribute from the built-in control modes of the washing machine when the first control mode does not exist in the multiple control modes, and operate the washing machine based on the selected control mode under the triggering of the second voiceprint information; wherein the first voiceprint information and the second voiceprint information correspond to the same target object.

[0076] Through the device of the embodiment of the present application, after the target object sends the first voiceprint information to the washing machine, the washing machine can determine a plurality of control modes that match it based on the first voiceprint information, and then select a matching control mode from the plurality of control modes based on the properties of the laundry, and then automatically run the matching control mode; if there is no matching control mode among the plurality of control modes, a matching control mode is selected from all the built-in control modes of the washing machine, and then the washing machine is triggered to run based on the selected control mode based on the second voiceprint information. It can be seen from the above-mentioned embodiments of the present application that the target object can control the operation of the washing machine by voice control, especially for the elderly who may be illiterate, may have blurred vision or cannot operate the smart washing machine, so that the washing machine can be started quickly and accurately, which solves the problem in the related art that the elderly user group is prone to misoperation when using the smart washing machine, resulting in the inability to select the correct operating mode.

[0077] In an optional implementation manner of the embodiment of the present application, the second processing module in the embodiment of the present application may further include: an acquisition unit, used to acquire the following attributes of the laundry in the washing machine: the type of material of the laundry, the weight of the laundry, and the state of the laundry; a first determination unit, used to determine the corresponding third control mode from all control modes built into the washing machine based on the type of material of the laundry, the weight of the laundry, and the state of the laundry; and a second determination unit, used to determine whether there is a first control mode matching the third control mode among the multiple control modes.

[0078] In an optional implementation manner of the embodiment of the present application, the first determination unit in the embodiment of the present application may further include: a first processing subunit, used to obtain the type of material of the laundry in the washing machine, and determine N control modes from all control modes built into the washing machine according to the type of material; a second processing subunit, used to obtain the weight of the laundry in the washing machine, and determine M control modes from the control modes built into the washing machine according to the weight; a third processing subunit, used to obtain the state of the laundry in the washing machine, and determine L control modes from the control modes built into the washing machine according to the state; wherein the state represents whether the laundry is in a water state or a dry state; a fourth processing subunit, used to select a common third control mode from the N control modes, the M control modes and the L control modes; wherein N, M and L are positive integers.

[0079] In an optional implementation manner of the embodiment of the present application, the second control module in the embodiment of the present application may further include: a sending unit, used to send the control mode selected by the washing machine to the target terminal; a first processing unit, used to voice broadcast whether to run the selected control mode after the target terminal sends an instruction to the washing machine to allow execution of the selected control mode; a second processing unit, used to obtain second voiceprint information, and run the washing machine based on the selected control mode based on the triggering of the second voiceprint information.

[0080] In an optional implementation of the embodiment of the present application, the device in the embodiment of the present application may also include: a third processing module, used to obtain third voiceprint information during the operation of the washing machine, and terminate the operation of the washing machine and open the washing machine door based on the third voiceprint information; a fourth processing module, used to obtain fourth voiceprint information, and continue to control the operation of the washing machine based on the fourth voiceprint information.

[0081] In an optional implementation of the embodiment of the present application, the device in the embodiment of the present application may also include: an input module, used to input the first voiceprint information of the target object into the washing machine before receiving the first voiceprint information; a fifth processing module, used to select multiple control modes from all built-in control modes of the washing machine based on the washing habits of the target object, and bind the first voiceprint information to the multiple control modes.

[0082] In an optional implementation manner of the embodiment of the present application, the device in the embodiment of the present application may also include: a sixth processing module, which is used to voice announce the completion of washing when the washing machine completes washing, and send a message of the completion of washing to the target terminal.

[0083] like Figure 6As shown, an embodiment of the present application provides an electronic device, including a processor 611, a communication interface 612, a memory 613 and a communication bus 614, wherein the processor 611, the communication interface 612, and the memory 613 communicate with each other through the communication bus 614.

[0084] Memory 613, used for storing computer programs;

[0085] In one embodiment of the present application, the processor 611 is used to execute the program stored in the memory 613 to implement the control method of the washing machine provided by any of the above method embodiments, and its role is similar and will not be repeated here. It should be noted that the washing machine in the embodiment of the present application includes the electronic device.

[0086] An embodiment of the present application further provides a computer-readable storage medium having a computer program stored thereon. When the computer program is executed by a processor, the steps of the washing machine control method provided in any one of the aforementioned method embodiments are implemented.

[0087] The device embodiments described above are merely illustrative, wherein the units described as separate components may or may not be physically separated, and the components shown as units may or may not be physical units, that is, they may be located in one place or distributed on multiple network units. Some or all of the modules may be selected according to actual needs to achieve the purpose of the solution of this embodiment.

[0088] Through the description of the above implementation methods, those skilled in the art can clearly understand that each implementation method can be implemented by means of software plus a general hardware platform, and of course, by hardware. Based on this understanding, the above technical solution is essentially or the part that contributes to the relevant technology can be embodied in the form of a software product, and the computer software product can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium, such as ROM / RAM, a disk, an optical disk, etc., including a number of instructions for a computer device (which can be a personal computer, a server, or a network device, etc.) to execute the methods described in each embodiment or some parts of the embodiments.

[0089] It should be understood that the terms used herein are only for the purpose of describing specific example embodiments and are not intended to be limiting. Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular forms "one", "an" and "said" as used herein may also be meant to include plural forms. The terms "include", "comprise", "contain", and "have" are inclusive, and therefore specify the existence of stated features, steps, operations, elements and / or parts, but do not exclude the existence or addition of one or more other features, steps, operations, elements, parts, and / or combinations thereof. The method steps, processes, and operations described herein are not interpreted as necessarily requiring them to be performed in the specific order described or illustrated, unless the execution order is clearly indicated. It should also be understood that additional or alternative steps may be used.

[0090] The foregoing is merely a specific embodiment of the present invention, which enables those skilled in the art to understand or implement the present invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention will not be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but rather to the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features claimed herein.

Claims

1. A method for controlling a washing machine, characterized in that: include: receiving first voiceprint information, and turning on the washing machine based on the first voiceprint information; wherein the first voiceprint information matches a plurality of preset control modes; the control mode refers to a mode for controlling the operation of the washing machine; Acquire the properties of the laundry in the washing machine, and determine whether there is a first control mode matching the properties among the multiple control modes; When the first control mode exists among the plurality of control modes, operating the washing machine based on the first control mode; When the first control mode does not exist among the multiple control modes, a second control mode matching the attribute is selected from the control modes built into the washing machine, and the washing machine is operated based on the selected control mode under the triggering of the second voiceprint information; wherein the first voiceprint information and the second voiceprint information correspond to the same target object.

2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that Acquiring properties of the laundry in the washing machine and determining whether there is a first control mode matching the properties among the multiple control modes includes: Acquire the following attributes of the laundry in the washing machine: the type of material of the laundry, the weight of the laundry, and the state of the laundry; Determining a corresponding third control mode from all control modes built into the washing machine based on the type of material of the laundry, the weight of the laundry, and the state of the laundry; It is determined whether there is a first control mode matching the third control mode among the plurality of control modes.

3. The method according to claim 2, characterized in that Based on the type of material of the laundry, the weight of the laundry, and the state of the laundry, a corresponding third control mode is determined from all control modes built into the washing machine, including: Acquire the type of material of the laundry in the washing machine, and determine N control modes from all built-in control modes of the washing machine according to the type of the material; Obtaining the weight of the laundry in the washing machine, and determining M control modes from the built-in control modes of the washing machine according to the weight; Acquire the state of the laundry in the washing machine, and determine L control modes from the built-in control modes of the washing machine according to the state; wherein the state represents whether the laundry is in a wet state or a dry state; Selecting the third control mode that is common to the N control modes, the M control modes, and the L control modes; Wherein, N, M, and L are positive integers.

4. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that: The method of operating the washing machine based on the selected control mode under the triggering of the second voiceprint information includes: sending the control mode selected by the washing machine to a target terminal; After the target terminal sends an instruction for allowing the selected control mode to be executed to the washing machine, voice broadcasting whether to execute the selected control mode; The second voiceprint information is obtained, and the washing machine is operated based on the selected control mode triggered by the second voiceprint information.

5. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that The method further comprises: During the operation of the washing machine, obtaining third voiceprint information, and stopping the operation of the washing machine and opening the washing machine door based on the third voiceprint information; Acquire fourth voiceprint information, and continue to control the operation of the washing machine based on the fourth voiceprint information.

6. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that Before receiving the first voiceprint information, the method further includes: recording the first voiceprint information of the target object into the washing machine; The multiple control modes are selected from all control modes built into the washing machine based on the washing habits of the target object, and the first voiceprint information is bound to the multiple control modes.

7. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that The method further comprises: When the washing machine completes washing, a voice broadcast announces the completion of washing, and sends a message indicating the completion of washing to the target terminal.

8. A control device for a washing machine, characterized in that: include: a first processing module, configured to receive first voiceprint information, and start the washing machine based on the first voiceprint information; wherein the first voiceprint information matches a plurality of preset control modes; the control mode refers to a mode for controlling the operation of the washing machine; a second processing module, configured to obtain properties of the laundry in the washing machine and determine whether there is a first control mode matching the properties among the multiple control modes; a first control module, configured to operate the washing machine based on the first control mode when the first control mode exists among the plurality of control modes; A second control module is used to select a second control mode matching the attribute from the built-in control modes of the washing machine when the first control mode does not exist in the multiple control modes, and operate the washing machine based on the selected control mode under the triggering of the second voiceprint information; wherein the first voiceprint information and the second voiceprint information correspond to the same target object.

9. A washing machine, comprising: at least one communication interface; at least one bus connected to the at least one communication interface; at least one processor coupled to the at least one bus; At least one memory connected to the at least one bus, wherein the processor is configured to execute the control method of the washing machine according to any one of claims 1 to 7.

10. A computer storage medium storing computer executable instructions, wherein the computer executable instructions are used to execute the control method of the washing machine according to any one of claims 1 to 7.

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