Laundry treating apparatus

Abstract

The invention provides a clothes treating apparatus. In one embodiment, the laundry treating apparatus includes: a first treating apparatus having a first front panel provided on a front side and a first drum provided therein to accommodate laundry; a second processing device disposed above the first processing device, having a second front panel on the front side thereof, and having a second drum for accommodating laundry therein; the control panel is arranged between the first front panel and the second front panel, is in signal connection with the first processing device and the second processing device, and is used for providing a user interface for controlling any one or more of the first processing device and the second processing device; the control panel includes: a cover panel including a front surface portion constituting an appearance, a top surface portion extending rearward from an upper side of the front surface portion, and a bottom surface portion extending rearward from a lower side of the front surface portion; and an electrical component module coupled to the cover panel at the rear of the cover panel, the electrical component module includes: a support having a plate-shaped front surface and coupled to the top surface portion and the bottom surface portion of the cover panel; and the flat panel display is positioned on the front surface of the supporting piece and is supported by the supporting piece.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention relates to a clothes treating device. Background Art

[0002] A laundry processing device is a device that puts laundry such as clothes and bedding into a drum to remove stains attached to the laundry or to dry the laundry, thereby performing necessary processing on the laundry.

[0003] In the case where the laundry treatment device is configured to remove stains from laundry, the laundry treatment device may perform processes such as washing, rinsing, dehydration, and drying. The laundry treatment device may include: a housing, which forms an exterior; an outer tub, which is contained inside the housing; a drum, which is rotatably mounted inside the outer tub, into which laundry is put; and a detergent supply device, which supplies detergent into the drum. In a state where washing water is supplied to the laundry contained in the drum, if the drum is rotated by a motor, the laundry may remove stains attached to the laundry under the action of friction with the drum and the washing water.

[0004] In the case where the laundry processing device is configured to dry laundry, the laundry processing device can remove moisture from the laundry by supplying dry air to the laundry. The laundry processing device may include: a housing, a drum, and a heating device, etc. The drum is rotatably disposed inside the housing, and the heating device heats or dries the air supplied to the laundry. As dry air is supplied to the laundry contained in the drum, moisture present in the laundry evaporates and is removed under the action of the dry air, thereby being able to remove moisture from the laundry.

[0005] Publication KR10-2008-0021921A1 (existing document 1) shows a clothing processing device in which a plurality of processing devices are stacked together. A first processing device is arranged on the upper side of the clothing processing device, and a second processing device is arranged on the lower side. In addition, it is disclosed that the first processing device and the second processing device have a structure of respective operating parts and display parts. However, the clothing processing device disclosed in existing document 1 discloses a structure in which a plurality of processing devices distinguished from each other have respective operating parts and display parts. In this case, the user needs to confirm the status of the plurality of processing devices separately, and needs to operate the plurality of processing devices separately, and it may be disadvantageous to operate the plurality of processing devices in conjunction with each other.

[0006] Publication KR10-2021-0112087A1 (Existing Document 2) shows a clothing treatment device in which a plurality of treatment devices are stacked together. A structure is disclosed for operating the first treatment device and the second treatment device respectively using a single control panel. Existing Document 2 proposes a structure for combining a control panel between the first treatment device and the second treatment device. However, an effective combination relationship of the various components constituting the control panel is not proposed. Summary of the invention

[0007] Problem that the invention aims to solve

[0008] An object of the present invention is to provide a structure capable of improving the operability when combining the components constituting a control panel.

[0009] An object of the present invention is to provide a clothes treating device capable of realizing a concise and clear user interface (UI) design by providing a control panel including a flat panel display and utilizing the flat panel display to constitute the control panel.

[0010] An object of the present invention is to provide a structure capable of protecting a flat panel display that is easily affected by moisture from being affected by a clothes treating apparatus that is always exposed to a humid environment.

[0011] An object of the present invention is to provide a coupling structure capable of maintaining sealing properties by stably coupling components constituting a control panel to each other.

[0012] An object of the present invention is to provide a clothes processing device capable of reducing the degradation of the quality of a picture provided to a user through a cover panel in a control panel including a flat panel display.

[0013] Problems to be solved by the present invention are not limited to the above-mentioned problems, and other problems not mentioned can be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the following description.

[0014] Technical solutions to the problem

[0015] The present invention provides a clothing processing device. In one embodiment, the clothing processing device includes: a first processing device, a first front panel is provided on the front side, and a first drum for accommodating clothing is provided inside; a second processing device is arranged on the upper part of the first processing device, a second front panel is provided on the front side, and a second drum for accommodating clothing is provided inside; and a control panel is provided between the first front panel and the second front panel, and is connected to the first processing device and the second processing device by signal, and provides a user interface (UI) for controlling one or more of the first processing device and the second processing device; the control panel includes: a cover panel, including a front portion constituting an appearance, a top face portion extending from the upper side of the front portion to the rear, and a bottom face portion extending from the lower side of the front portion to the rear; and an electrical component module, which is combined with the cover panel at the rear of the cover panel; the electrical component module includes: a support member, which has a plate-shaped front face, and is combined with the top face portion and the bottom face portion of the cover panel; and a flat panel display, which is located on the front of the support member and supported by the support member.

[0016] Effects of the Invention

[0017] According to an embodiment of the present invention, it is possible to obtain a structure capable of improving operability when combining the components constituting the control panel.

[0018] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a control panel including a flat panel display can be obtained, and the flat panel display is used to form the control panel, thereby achieving a concise and clear user interface (UI) design.

[0019] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a flat panel display that is not resistant to moisture can be protected from a situation where a clothes treating apparatus is always exposed to a humid environment.

[0020] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a coupling structure capable of maintaining sealing properties by stably coupling components constituting a control panel to each other can be obtained.

[0021] According to an embodiment of the present invention, when a control panel is formed by including a flat panel display, the quality degradation of an image provided to a user through a cover panel can be reduced.

[0022] The effects of the present invention are not limited to the above-mentioned effects, and those skilled in the art can clearly understand unmentioned effects from the present specification and the accompanying drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] Figure 1 It is a three-dimensional diagram of a clothes treating device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 2 1 is a front perspective view of a control panel according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 3 It is an exploded perspective view of a control panel according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] Figure 4 It is a three-dimensional view of a cover panel constituting a control panel according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0027] Figure 5 Is magnification Figure 4 A partial enlarged view of part A in FIG.

[0028] Figure 6 1 is a top view of an electrical component module joint according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0029] Figure 7 Is magnification Figure 4 A partial enlarged view of part B in FIG.

[0030] Figure 8 1 is a top view of a second front panel joint portion according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] Fig. 9 The present invention is a three-dimensional view of the cover panel viewed from the inner side to the lower side.

[0032] Fig.10 Is magnification Fig. 9 A partial enlarged view of part C in FIG.

[0033] Fig.11 Is magnification Fig. 9 A partial enlarged view of part D in FIG.

[0034] Fig.12 The present invention is a three-dimensional view of the cover panel viewed from the inner side to the upper side.

[0035] Fig.13 Is magnification Fig.12 A partial enlarged view of part E in FIG.

[0036] Fig.14 Is magnification Fig.12 A partial enlarged view of part F in FIG.

[0037] Fig.15 It is a bottom view of the first front panel joint portion of one embodiment of the present invention.

[0038] Fig.16 It is a front perspective view of a support member constituting a control panel according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0039] Fig.17 It is a rear perspective view of a support member constituting a control panel according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0040] Fig.18 is along Fig.17 Cross-sectional view along section line II.

[0041] Fig.19 It is a rear perspective view of a sealing cover constituting a control panel according to an embodiment of the invention.

[0042] Fig. 20 FIG. 1 is a rear perspective view of an electrical component module according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0043] Fig.21 is along Fig. 20 Cross-sectional view along the II-II section line.

[0044] Fig. 22 This is a diagram showing an enlarged portion of a combined portion for illustrating the combination of an electrical component module and a cover panel according to an embodiment of the present invention and viewed from the rear.

[0045] Fig.23 is along Fig.24 Cross-sectional view along section line III-III.

[0046] Fig.24 Is magnification Fig.23 A partial enlarged view of part G in FIG.

[0047] Fig.25 This is a diagram showing a state in which a cover panel, a first front panel, and a second front panel are combined according to an embodiment of the present invention as viewed from the inside.

[0048] Fig.26 This is a three-dimensional view of a cover panel according to an embodiment of the present invention as viewed from the inside. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0049] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings so that those skilled in the art can easily implement the present invention.

[0050] However, the present invention can be implemented in various forms and is not limited to the embodiments. In addition, in order to clearly illustrate the present invention, parts not related to the description are omitted in the drawings, and similar reference numerals are given to similar parts throughout the specification.

[0051] In this specification, repeated descriptions of the same components will be omitted.

[0052] In addition, in this specification, when it is mentioned that a certain component is "connected" or "joined" to another component, it should be understood that although the component can be directly connected or directly joined to the other component, other components may exist between them. On the contrary, in this specification, when it is mentioned that a certain component is "directly connected" or "directly joined" to another component, it should be understood that there are no other components between them.

[0053] In addition, the terms used in this specification are used only to describe specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0054] Furthermore, in the present specification, unless otherwise defined, an expression in the singular may include an expression in the plural.

[0055] In addition, in this specification, terms such as "including" or "having" should be understood as indicating the existence of the features, numbers, steps, actions, structural elements, components or their combinations recorded in the specification, and are not intended to preclude the existence or additional possibilities of one or more other features, numbers, steps, actions, structural elements, components or their combinations.

[0056] In addition, in this specification, the term "and / or" includes a combination of a plurality of items or any one of the plurality of items. In this specification, "a or b" may include "a" or "b" or "all of a and b".

[0057] Figure 1 A clothes treating device 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. In an embodiment of the present invention, the clothes treating device 1 comprises a first treating device 10 , a second treating device 20 and a control panel 200 .

[0058] In the description of the present invention, the definitions of the front direction +X, rear direction -X, first side direction +Y, second side direction -Y, upper direction +Z, and lower direction Z of each structure can be defined by the same terms. For example, the front and rear directions +X and -X of the first processing device 10 can be defined the same as the front and rear directions of the second processing device 20, the control panel 200, etc., and the side direction Y and the up and down direction Z can also be defined the same.

[0059] The first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20 may be a washing machine for washing clothes and / or a drying machine for drying clothes, etc., various devices for processing clothes. The first processing device 10 may be a washing machine, and the second processing device 20 may be a drying machine. The first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20 may both be washing machines or drying machines, or the first processing device 10 may be a drying machine, and the second processing device 20 may be a washing machine, or various other devices for processing clothes.

[0060] In an embodiment, the first treatment device 10 located at the lower side may be equivalent to a washing machine for washing clothes. A first drum 12 and an outer tub 14 for accommodating clothes may be provided inside the first treatment device 10. The first drum 12 inside the first treatment device 10 may be rotatably provided inside the outer tub 14. The second treatment device 20 is located on the upper side of the first treatment device 10. The first treatment device 10 supports the second treatment device 20. The second treatment device 20 may be equivalent to a dryer for drying clothes. The second treatment device 20 may have a first drum 12 and an outer tub 14 for accommodating clothes inside.

[0061] The first processing device 10 may include a first housing 110 forming an appearance. A first front panel 112 may be provided on the front side of the first housing 110. A clothing opening communicating with the first drum 12 may be formed on the first front panel 112. The clothing opening may be opened and closed by a first housing door 17. The first drum 12 of the first processing device 10 according to an embodiment has a rotation axis parallel to the front-rear directions +X, -Y.

[0062] A first left side panel 115 may be provided on one side direction +Y of the first processing device 10. A first right side panel 116 (see Figure 2 A first back panel (not shown) may be provided at the rear side of the first processing device 10. A first top panel (not shown) may be provided at the upper side of the first processing device 10. A first bottom panel (not shown) may be provided at the lower side of the first processing device 10.

[0063] The first front panel 112, the first side panel 115, the first back panel (not shown), the first top panel 119 and the first bottom panel (not shown) can be combined with each other to form the first box body 110, and can have a connection relationship with each other. The first box body 110 can form a space inside for the built-in components constituting the first processing device 10, such as the first roller 12, to be arranged.

[0064] The first processing device 10 can put the clothes to be processed into the first box body 110 through the clothes opening, so that the clothes are accommodated in the first drum 12, and the processing process of the first processing device 10 is performed.

[0065] A detergent opening is formed on the first front panel 112, and the detergent storage unit 16 is inserted into the detergent opening to provide detergent. In the laundry processing device 1 according to an embodiment, the first processing device 10 is arranged on the ground, and the detergent storage unit 16 can be closer to the top than the laundry opening of the first processing device 10, so as to facilitate the introduction and extraction of the detergent storage unit 16. The detergent storage unit 16 can be located between the laundry opening of the first processing device 10 and the control panel 200. That is, the detergent storage unit 16 can be closer to the top than the laundry opening of the first processing device 10, and can be closer to the bottom than the control panel 200. The detergent storage unit 16 can be introduced into the first box 110 or extracted from the first box 110 by the user. For example, the user can separate the detergent storage unit 16 from the first box 110, and after storing the detergent in the detergent storage unit 16, introduce the detergent storage unit 16 into the first box 110.

[0066] In one embodiment, the first front panel 112 is formed with a filter opening for inserting a filter unit 18 for capturing foreign matter from washing water, and the filter unit 18 is inserted and provided in the filter opening. The filter unit 18 can be arranged on the lower side of the first front panel 112. The filter unit 18 can be introduced into the interior of the first housing 110 through the filter opening, and can be connected to the flow path of washing water discharged from the outer barrel 14. The filter unit 18 can filter foreign matter from the washing water discharged from the outer barrel 14 after the washing process is performed. The role of the filter unit 18 is not necessarily limited to this, and as needed, it can be configured to filter foreign matter from a variety of objects. For example, the filter unit 18 can also be configured to filter out foreign matter from the washing water used to perform the washing process before the washing process is performed.

[0067] The user can introduce the filter unit 18 into the first housing 110 through the filter opening, or lead out the filter unit 18 from the first housing 110. The drawn filter unit 18 can be reused or replaced after cleaning. In the relationship between the filter unit 18 and the detergent storage unit 16, the cycle of introducing and leading out the filter unit 18 may be relatively long. Therefore, an embodiment of the present invention can configure the detergent opening for inserting the detergent storage unit 16 with a relatively short cycle of introducing and leading out on the upper side of the first front panel 112. In addition, since the filter opening for inserting the filter unit 18 with a long cycle of introducing and leading out is configured on the lower side of the first front panel 112, it is possible to improve the convenience of use and realize the structure of the first front panel 112 with excellent space utilization.

[0068] Furthermore, inside the first box body 110, the washing water discharge flow path connected to the outer barrel 14 can be located on the lower side of the first box body 110 to easily discharge the washing water. In one embodiment of the present invention, the filter unit 18 is arranged on the lower side of the first box body 110 so that it can be efficiently connected to the washing water discharge flow path.

[0069] A first device control unit 19 may be provided in the first processing device 10. The first device control unit 19 is a structure for controlling various devices constituting the first processing device 10. The first device control unit 19 is arranged inside the first housing 110. The first device control unit 19 may include a circuit substrate and a plurality of electronic devices mounted on the circuit substrate. In an embodiment, the first device control unit 19 may confirm information corresponding to an operation signal received from the control panel 200 in a memory, and perform device control corresponding to the operation signal. The first device control unit 19 may transmit the state of the first processing device 10 to the control panel 200.

[0070] The second treatment device 20 may include a second housing 120 forming an appearance. The second housing 120 may include a second front panel 122 disposed at the front side. A clothing opening communicating with the second drum 22 may be formed in the second front panel 122. The clothing opening may be opened and closed by a second housing door 27.

[0071] A second left side panel 125 may be provided on one side direction +Y of the second processing device 20. A second right side panel 126 (see Figure 2 A second back panel (not shown) may be provided at the rear side of the second processing device 20. A second top panel 127 may be provided at the upper side of the second processing device 20. A base (not shown) may be provided at the lower side of the second processing device 20.

[0072] The second front panel 122, the second side panel 125, the second back panel (not shown), the second top panel 127 and the base 500 can be combined with each other to form the second box 120, and can have a connection relationship with each other. The second box 120 can form a space inside for the built-in components constituting the second processing device 20 such as the second roller 22 to be arranged.

[0073] The clothes to be processed can be put into the second box 120 through the clothes opening of the second processing device 20 and stored in the second drum 22. The clothes stored in the second drum 22 can be washed, dried, etc. by the second processing device 20.

[0074] In the second processing device 20 of one embodiment, the laundry opening is provided on the second front panel 122 together with the second cabinet door 27. The second drum 22 accommodated in the second processing device 20 has a rotation axis parallel to the front-rear direction X.

[0075] The second processing device 20 is disposed on the upper side of the first processing device 10. In one embodiment, the lower portion of the first processing device 10 may be connected to the lower portion of the second processing device 20. upper part The first processing device 10 may have a structure above it that supports the second processing device 20. For example, a first top panel (not shown) of the first processing device 10 may have a structure that directly or indirectly supports the base 500 of the second processing device 20.

[0076] A second device control unit 29 may be provided in the second processing device 20. The second device control unit 29 is a component that controls various devices that constitute the second processing device 2. The second device control unit 29 is configured inside the second housing 120. The second device control unit 29 may include a circuit substrate and a plurality of electronic devices mounted on the circuit substrate. In an embodiment, the second device control unit 29 may confirm information corresponding to an operation signal received from the control panel 200 in a memory, and perform device control corresponding to the operation signal. The second device control unit 29 may transmit the state of the second processing device 20 to the control panel 200.

[0077] The control panel 200 is arranged between the first front panel 112 and the second front panel 122. Since the control panel 200 is arranged between the first front panel 112 and the second front panel 122 at a height roughly corresponding to the waist of the user, it is possible to ensure a height that is convenient for the user to operate. The control panel 200 can be connected to at least one of the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20 by signal. In an embodiment, the control panel 200 is connected to the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20 by signal. In an embodiment, the control panel 200 is connected to the first device control unit 19 and / or the second processing device 20 by signal. A user interface (UI) is displayed on the front portion of the control panel 200. The user can control the first processing device 10 and / or the second processing device 20 through the control panel 200.

[0078] A rear bracket 300 is provided at the rear of the laundry processing device 1. The rear bracket 300 is combined with the first processing device 10 and the second processing device 20. The rear bracket 300 is arranged at the upper rear portion of the first processing device 10 and at the lower rear portion of the second processing device 20. A handle for a carrier is formed at the rear bracket 300. The carrier can use the handle formed at the rear bracket 300 to more easily move the laundry processing device 1.

[0079] Figure 22 is a front perspective view of a control panel according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 Provide explanation.

[0080] The control panel 2000 includes a cover panel 2100. An electrical component module 3000 (see Figure 3 The cover panel 2100 includes a front surface portion 2110, a top surface portion 2120, and a bottom surface portion 2130 (see Fig. 9 ), first side surface portion 2142, and second side surface portion 2144. The front portion 2110 constitutes the appearance of the cover panel 2100. The top surface portion 2120 extends rearward from the top surface of the front portion 2110. The bottom surface portion 2130 extends rearward from the bottom surface of the front portion 2110. The first side surface portion 2142 extends rearward from the first side surface of the front portion 2110. The second side surface portion 2144 extends rearward from the second side surface of the front portion 2110.

[0081] Figure 3 It is an exploded perspective view of a control panel according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0082] The control panel 2000 includes a cover panel 2100 and an electric component module 3000. The electric component module 3000 is combined with the cover panel 2100 at the rear of the cover panel 2100. The electric component module 3000 includes a support member 2200, a sealing cover 2300, a flat panel display 2400, and a circuit substrate 2500.

[0083] The support member 2200 is a component for supporting the flat panel display 2400. The support member 2200 has a plate-shaped front surface. The support member 2200 is combined with the top surface portion 2120 and the bottom surface portion 2130 of the cover panel 2100.

[0084] The flat panel display 2400 is located on the front of the support member 2200. The flat panel display 2400 is supported by the support member 2200. The flat panel display 2400 is located between the cover panel 2100 and the support member 2200. In the description of the present invention, the flat panel display 2400 means a thin display, and the flat panel display 2400 can be provided in various forms such as LCD, PDP, AMLCD, PMLCD, OLED, LED, etc.

[0085] The sealing cover 2300 is located behind the support member 2200 and is combined with the support member 2200. The sealing cover 2300 covers the circuit substrate 2500. The sealing cover 2300 is located behind the circuit substrate 2500. In the first space 2390 (refer to Fig.21 ) is provided with a circuit substrate 2500.

[0086] The circuit substrate 2500 may be provided in plural. A portion of the circuit substrate 2500 may be covered by the cover panel 2100 and blocked from contact with the outside air. The circuit substrate 2500 may be composed of a circuit substrate for a speaker described later, a circuit substrate 2510 for a flat panel display 2400 and a touch button 2511 used as an input button, and a circuit substrate for a communication module. The circuit substrate for the flat panel display 2400 is electrically connected to the flat panel display 2400 to transmit a signal to the flat panel display 2400. In addition, the circuit substrate for the flat panel display 2400 may receive an input signal from a user through the user UI. In an embodiment, the circuit substrate for the flat panel display 2400 may be covered by the sealing cover 2300 and blocked from contact with the outside air.

[0087] A touch button 2511 is provided in the circuit substrate 2510 for the flat panel display 2400. The touch button 2511 has a pair of light-emitting components and touch sensors. The light-emitting components display whether the corresponding touch sensor is activated. For example, when the touch sensor is activated, the light-emitting components emit light. The light-emitting elements can be provided by LED elements. The support 2200 can concentrate the light diffused from the light-emitting elements to a specific position. In an embodiment, one or more sensor holes 2216 are formed in the support 2200. The sensor holes 2116 are formed at positions corresponding to the positions where the touch buttons 2511 are set. The sensor holes 2116 form blocking walls that expand forward or backward from the periphery of the holes. The blocking walls prevent the light emitted from the light-emitting elements from diffusing to the periphery of the touch button 2511. Since the circuit substrate 2510 is arranged behind the support 2200, the light diffusion of the touch button 2511 can be prevented.

[0088] Figure 4 1 is a front perspective view of a cover panel constituting a control panel according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4 , the cover panel 2100 is described.

[0089] A component for combining with other components is formed on the top surface 2120 of the cover panel 2100. In the embodiment, an electric component module combining portion 2121 is formed in the center of the top surface 2120. The electric component module combining portion 2121 is a component for combining with the electric component module 3000. In the embodiment, a plurality of second front panel combining portions 2123 are formed on the top surface 2120. The second front panel combining portion 2123 protrudes toward the outside of the cover panel 2100. The second front panel combining portion 2123 is formed to protrude toward the upper side of the cover panel 2100.

[0090] Figure 5 Is magnification Figure 4 A partial enlarged view of part A in FIG. Figure 6FIG. 1 is a top view of the electrical component module joint according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 5 and Figure 6 , the electrical component module coupling portion 2121 is described.

[0091] The electrical component module joint part 2121 is a structure for joining the electrical component module 3000 and the cover panel 2100. In the embodiment, the electrical component module joint part 2121 is joined to the sealing cover 2300. The electrical component module joint part 2121 is formed on the joint protrusion 2321 (see Fig. 20 ) corresponding to the position. A protrusion receiving hole 2121a is formed in the electrical component module coupling portion 2121. In an embodiment, the protrusion receiving hole 2121a can form the electrical component module coupling portion 2121. The protrusion receiving hole 2121a receives the cover panel coupling protrusion 2321 (refer to Fig. 20 ).

[0092] In an embodiment, a slit 2121c is formed around the protrusion receiving hole 2121a. The term slit used in this description means an opening formed with a narrow width. The slit 2121c is formed to be closed at the rear and surrounds the periphery of the protrusion receiving hole 2121a. The protrusion receiving hole 2121a and the slit 2121c are formed to be separated by a specified interval. The protrusion receiving hole 2121a is formed on an elastic surface 2121b having higher elasticity than other parts of the top surface 2120 due to the slit 2121c. The slit 2121c is formed to extend to a position separated by a specified interval from the rear of the top surface 2120.

[0093] A reinforcing protrusion 2121e may be formed on the periphery of the slit 2121c and on the outer side of the slit 2121c. A reinforcing protrusion 2121d may be formed on the periphery of the protrusion receiving hole 2121a and on the outer side of the protrusion receiving hole 2121a.

[0094] Figure 7 Is magnification Figure 4 A partial enlarged view of part B in FIG. Figure 8 FIG. 1 is a top view of the second front panel joint portion of an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 7 and Figure 8, the second front panel joint part 2123 is described. The second front panel joint part 2123 is a structure combined with the second front panel 122 of the second processing device 20. The second front panel joint part 2123 is formed to protrude to the outside of the cover panel 2100. The second front panel joint part 2123 includes a joint protrusion 2123a. The joint protrusion 2123a can be inserted into a groove or hole formed at the lower part of the second front panel 122. When the joint protrusion 2123a is observed from the side, the joint protrusion 2123a can be formed in a triangular shape. The joint protrusion 2123a is formed to gradually tilt upward from the back to the front. The front height of the joint protrusion 2123a is higher than the rear height of the joint protrusion 2123a. A slit 2123c extending in the left and right direction is formed in front and rear of the joint protrusion 2123a. Under the action of the slit 2123c, an elastic surface 2123b having higher elasticity than other parts of the top surface 2120 is formed. The coupling protrusion 2123a is formed on the elastic surface 2123b. The outer profile of the coupling protrusion 2123a may be protruding, and the inner side of the coupling protrusion 2123a may not be protruding. In an embodiment, a recessed portion 2123f may be formed on the coupling protrusion 2123a. The coupling protrusion 2123a may be connected to the top surface portion 2120 by a connecting beam 2123d crossing the slit 2123c. A reinforcing protrusion 2123e may also be formed on the periphery of the slit 2123c along the outer side of the slit 2123c.

[0095] Fig. 9 This is a three-dimensional view of a cover panel according to an embodiment of the present invention viewed from the inner side to the lower side. Fig. 9 , observe the top surface of the bottom surface 2130 of the cover panel 2100.

[0096] A first limiting portion 2131 and a second limiting portion 2133 are formed on the bottom portion 2130 of the cover panel 2100. The first limiting portion 2131 is formed to protrude upward (inward) from the bottom portion 2130. The first limiting portion 2131 can be formed to be closer to the inner side than the second limiting portion 2133, and a plurality of the first limiting portions 2131 can be formed. The plurality of first limiting portions 2131 can be formed at positions symmetrical to each other with the center of the cover panel 2100 as a reference. The second limiting portion 2133 is formed to protrude upward (inward) from the bottom portion 2130. The second limiting portion 2133 can be formed to be closer to the outer side than the first limiting portion 2131, and a plurality of the second limiting portions 2133 can be formed at positions symmetrical to each other with the center of the cover panel 2100 as a reference.

[0097] Fig.10 Is magnification Fig. 9 A partial enlarged view of part C in FIG. Fig.10 , the first limiting portion 2131 is described.

[0098] The first limiting portion 2131 is a structure that limits the position of the electrical component module 3000. In the embodiment, the first limiting portion 2131 includes a first limiting protrusion 2131a. The first limiting protrusion 2131a can be formed by protruding from the top surface 2120 and / or the bottom surface 2130 of the cover panel 2100 toward the inner side. The first limiting protrusion 2131a is formed by protruding from the bottom surface 2130 toward the inner side (upward). The first limiting protrusion 2131a is formed to be aligned with the cover panel buckle protrusion 2337 ( Fig. 20 ) The first limiting protrusion 2131a is closer to the rear than the cover panel buckle protrusion 2337. The first limiting protrusion 2131a is in close contact with the cover panel buckle protrusion 2337 to limit the sealing cover 2300 from the rear.

[0099] A slit 2131c is formed around the first limiting protrusion 2131a. The slit 2131c is formed in a form that surrounds the periphery of the first limiting protrusion 2131a. The width of the rear portion of the slit 2131c is greater than the width of the first limiting protrusion 2131a. The slit 2131c is formed to extend from the front to the rear of the top surface 2120, pass through the rear of the first limiting protrusion 2131a, and then return to the front of the top surface 2120. The front side of the slit 2131c can be closed. The elastic surface 2131b can be defined by the slit 2131c. The first limiting protrusion 2131a can be formed on the elastic surface 2131b. The first limiting protrusion 2131a can be formed to gradually tilt upward from the rear to the front. The front height of the first limiting protrusion 2131a is higher than the rear height of the first limiting protrusion 2131a.

[0100] An opening 2131d may be formed in the first limiting portion 2131. The opening 2131d may have a length extending from the front of the first limiting protrusion 2131a to the front of the top surface portion 2120 and a width wider than the first limiting protrusion 2131a. The opening 2131d may be formed to have a width capable of accommodating the cover panel buckle protrusion 2337. The cover panel buckle protrusion 2337 may be accommodated in the opening 2131d.

[0101] Fig.11 Is magnification Fig. 9 A partial enlarged view of part D in FIG. Fig.11 , the second limiting portion 2133 is described.

[0102] The second limiting portion 2133 is a structure for limiting the position of the electrical component module 3000. In an embodiment, the second limiting portion 2133 includes a second limiting protrusion 2133a. The second limiting protrusion 2133a may be formed to protrude inward from the top surface portion 2120 and / or the bottom surface portion 2130 of the cover panel 2100. In an embodiment, the second limiting protrusion 2133a is formed to protrude inward (upward) from the bottom surface portion 2130. The second limiting protrusion 2133a supports the rear of the support member 2200 and limits the position of the support member 2200. A first coupling groove 2232 (see FIG. 2 ) is formed in the support member 2200 at a position corresponding to the second limiting protrusion 2133a. Fig.17 ). The second limiting protrusion 2133a may be formed in plurality, and the first coupling groove 2232 may be formed in plurality corresponding to the plurality of second limiting protrusions 2133a. The width of any one or more of the plurality of first coupling grooves 2232 may be the same as the width of the second limiting protrusion 2133a. Here, the same refers to the concept of substantially the same including tolerance. The second limiting protrusion 2133a may be inserted into the first coupling groove 2232 to limit the position of the support member 2200. The second limiting protrusion 2133a may limit the position of the support member 2200 in the front-to-back direction and the left-to-right direction.

[0103] A slit 2133c is formed around the second limiting protrusion 2133a. The slit 2133c is formed in a form that surrounds the periphery of the second limiting protrusion 2133a. The width of the rear portion of the slit 2133c may be the same as the width of the second limiting protrusion 2133a. The slit 2133c is formed to extend rearward from a position separated by a predetermined interval from the front of the top surface 2120, pass behind the second limiting protrusion 2133a, and then return to a position separated by a predetermined interval from the front of the top surface 2120. The second limiting protrusion 2133a is formed to gradually tilt upward from the rear to the front. The height of the front of the second limiting protrusion 2133a is higher than the height of the rear of the second limiting protrusion 2133a.

[0104] An opening 2133d may be formed in the second limiting portion 2133. The opening 2133d may have a length corresponding to a length of the slit 2133c extending in front of the second limiting protrusion 2133a and a width similar to that of the second limiting protrusion 2133a.

[0105] The second limiting portion 2133 and the electric component module combining portion 2121 may be formed at the same portion in the top surface portion 2120 and the bottom surface portion 2130. In an embodiment, the second limiting portion 2133 and the electric component module combining portion 2121 are formed at the top surface portion 2120.

[0106] Fig.12 This is a three-dimensional view of a cover panel according to an embodiment of the present invention, viewed from the inner side to the upper side.

[0107] A third limiting portion 2125 is formed on the top surface portion 2120 of the cover panel 2100. The third limiting portion 2125 is formed to protrude downward (inward) from the top surface portion 2120. In the embodiment, a first front panel joint portion 2135 is formed on the bottom surface portion 2130 of the cover panel 2100. The first front panel joint portion 2135 protrudes toward the outside of the cover panel 2100. The first front panel joint portion 2135 is formed to protrude toward the lower side of the cover panel 2100.

[0108] Fig.13 Is magnification Fig.12 A partial enlarged view of part E in FIG.

[0109] The third limiting portion 2125 is a structure for limiting the position of the electrical component module 3000. In an embodiment, the third limiting portion 2125 includes a third limiting protrusion 2125a. The third limiting protrusion 2125a may be formed to protrude inward from the top surface portion 2120 and / or the bottom surface portion 2130 of the cover panel 2100. In an embodiment, the third limiting protrusion 2125a is formed to protrude inward (downward) from the bottom surface portion 2130. The third limiting protrusion 2125a supports the rear of the support member 2200 and limits the position of the support member 2200. In an embodiment, the third limiting protrusion 2125a may be a quadrilateral shape when viewed from the side. A second coupling groove 2222 (see FIG. 2 ) is formed at a position corresponding to the third limiting protrusion 2125a in the support member 2200. Fig.17 ). The third limiting protrusion 2125a can be formed in plurality, and the second coupling groove 2222 can also be formed in plurality corresponding to the plurality of third limiting protrusions 2125a. The width of any one or more of the plurality of second coupling grooves 2222 can be the same as the width of the third limiting protrusion 2125a. Here, the same represents the concept of substantially the same including tolerance. The third limiting protrusion 2125a can be inserted into the second coupling groove 2222 to limit the position of the support member 2200. The third limiting protrusion 2125a can limit the position of the support member 2200 in the front-to-back direction and the left-to-right direction.

[0110] Fig.14 Is magnification Fig.12 A partial enlarged view of part F in FIG. Fig.15 FIG. 1 is a bottom view of the first front panel joint portion of an embodiment of the present invention. Fig.14 and Fig.15 , the first front panel joint portion 2135 is described.

[0111] The first front panel joint part 2135 is a structure combined with the first front panel 112 of the first processing device 10. The first front panel joint part 2135 is formed to protrude to the outside of the cover panel 2100. The first front panel joint part 2135 includes a joint protrusion 2135a. The joint protrusion 2135a can be inserted into a groove or hole formed in the upper part of the first front panel 112. The joint protrusion 2135a is formed to gradually tilt upward from the front to the rear. The rear height of the joint protrusion 2135a is higher than the front height of the joint protrusion 2135a. A slit 2135c extending in the left and right direction is formed in front and rear of the joint protrusion 2135a. Under the action of the slit 2135c, an elastic surface 2135b having higher elasticity than other parts of the bottom surface 2130 is formed. The joint protrusion 2135a is formed on the elastic surface 2135b. The outer contour of the coupling protrusion 2135a may be protruding, and the inner side of the coupling protrusion 2135a may not be protruding. In an embodiment, a recess 2135f may be formed on the coupling protrusion 2135a. A reinforcing protrusion 2135e may also be formed on the periphery of the slit 2135c and along the outer side of the slit 2135c.

[0112] Fig.16 It is a front perspective view of a support member constituting a control panel according to an embodiment of the present invention. Fig.17 It is a rear perspective view of a support member constituting a control panel according to an embodiment of the present invention. Fig.18 is along Fig.17 Sectional view of section line II in. Fig.16 , Fig.17 and Fig.18 , a support member 2200 according to an embodiment of the present invention is described.

[0113] The support member 2200 includes a support member front portion 2210, a support member top portion 2220, and a support member bottom portion 2230. The support member top portion 2220 is formed on the upper side of the support member front portion 2210. The support member top portion 2220 may be formed extending rearward from the upper end of the support member front portion 2210. The support member bottom portion 2230 is formed on the lower side of the support member front portion 2210. The support member bottom portion 2230 is formed extending rearward from the lower end of the support member front portion 2210.

[0114] The support member top surface 2220 and the support member bottom surface 2230 include a plurality of sealing cover joints 2221 and 2231 protruding backward. Since the sealing cover joints 2221 and 2231 protrude backward from the support member top surface 2220 and the support member bottom surface 2230, the height of the control panel 2000 in the vertical direction can be set lower according to the design, while forming a higher height of the electrical component module 3000, which is conducive to ensuring the area of ​​the circuit substrate and the area of ​​the flat panel display 2400. In an embodiment, a first sealing cover joint 2221 is formed on the support member top surface 2220. A second sealing cover joint 2231 is formed on the support member top surface 2230. Two first sealing cover joints 2221 may be formed. A plurality of first sealing cover joints 2221 are formed at positions separated by a predetermined interval. Three second sealing cover joints 2231 are formed. A plurality of second sealing cover joints 2231 are formed at positions separated by a predetermined interval. The first sealing cover joint portion 2221 is connected to the first support member joint portion 2323 (see Fig.19 The second sealing cover joint part 2231 is connected to the second support member joint part 2333 (see Fig.19 ) combined. In the embodiment, the sealing cover combining parts 2221 and 2231 are respectively formed with receiving holes. The support member combining parts 2323 and 2333 are formed as protrusions. The protrusions constituting the support member combining parts 2323 and 2333 can be received in the receiving holes of the sealing cover combining parts 2221 and 2231 to combine the support member 2200 and the sealing cover 2300 with each other.

[0115] The sealing cover coupling portion 2221 is formed with a receiving hole. The receiving hole of the sealing cover coupling portion 2221 receives the protrusion formed on the sealing cover 2300.

[0116] A display placement portion 2211 is formed on the front portion 2210 of the support member. A flat panel display 2400 is provided on the display placement portion 2211. The flat panel display 2400 is placed on the display placement portion 2211. The display placement portion 2211 may be formed by being recessed backward from the front portion 2210 of the support member. The recessed height of the display placement portion 2211 may correspond to the thickness of the flat panel display 2400. A cable through hole 2211a is formed in the display placement portion 2211 through which a cable for electrically connecting the flat panel display 2400 to the circuit substrate can pass. The cable through hole 2211a may be formed at the lower end of the display placement portion 2211.

[0117] A first sealing groove 2219 is formed in the support front portion 2210 in a region closer to the outside than the display placement portion 2211. A first sealing member 2820 (see FIG. 28) is inserted into the first sealing groove 2219. Fig.24).

[0118] A speaker placement portion 2212 is formed on the front portion 2210 of the support member. A speaker module is disposed on the speaker placement portion 2212. A speaker hole 2212a is formed on the speaker placement portion 2212 to transmit the sound of the speaker. When viewed from the front, the speaker placement portion 2212 can be formed at a position that does not overlap with the sealing cover 2300. The speaker placement portion 2212 is formed in an area closer to the outside than the area where the first sealing groove 2219 is formed.

[0119] A wireless communication module placement portion 2213 is formed on the front portion 2210 of the support member. A wireless communication module is configured in the wireless communication module placement portion 2213. A communication hole 2213a is formed in the wireless communication module placement portion 2213 to enable smooth wireless communication. Wireless communication can be provided by Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, etc. The wireless communication module placement portion 2213 is formed in an area closer to the outside than the area where the first sealing groove 2219 is formed.

[0120] A touch film through hole 2214 may be formed on the front portion 2210 of the support member, and a touch film 2119 (see Fig.24 ) reaches the rear of the support member 2200 where the circuit substrate is provided through the touch film through hole 2214.

[0121] The support member 2200 is formed with a second sealing groove 2218. The second sealing groove 2218 is formed at the rear of the support member 2200. The second sealing groove 2218 is formed to surround a first region in which a circuit substrate for the flat panel display 2400 is disposed. The first region can be defined by a first space 2390 (see Fig.21 ) is defined by the front edge of the sealing cover 2300. The second sealing groove 2218 is formed on the sealing protrusion 2320 ( Fig.19 ) position. The sealing protrusion 2320 can be inserted into the second sealing groove 2218. The second sealing member 2810 is inserted into the second sealing groove 2218. In a state where the second sealing member 2810 is inserted into the second sealing groove 2218, the sealing cover 2300 is combined with the support 2200. Through the combination of the support 2200 and the sealing cover 2300, the sealing protrusion 2320 and the second sealing member 2810 are in close contact with each other. In order to combine the sealing cover 2300 with the support 2200, the sealing protrusion 2320 of the sealing cover 2300 is inserted into the second sealing groove 2218, at which time the second sealing member 2810 is pressurized to seal the first space 2390 (refer to Fig.21 ). The second sealing member 2810 can be provided by various materials such as rubber, fluorine, silicon, etc.

[0122] A first sealing groove 2219 is formed in the support member 2200. The first sealing groove 2219 is formed in front of the support member front portion 2210 of the support member 2200. A first sealing member 2820 is inserted into the first sealing groove 2219. The first sealing groove 2219 is formed to surround the display placement portion 2211 in a region closer to the outside than the display placement portion 2211. The upper and lower portions of the first sealing groove 2219 are formed at portions facing the upper and lower portions of the second sealing groove 2218 across the support member front portion 2210. The first sealing member 2820 can be provided by various materials such as rubber, fluorine, and silicon.

[0123] An intermediate groove 2225, 2235 may be formed between the second sealing groove 2218 and the first sealing groove 2219. The intermediate grooves 2225, 2235 include an upper intermediate groove 2225 and a lower intermediate groove 2235. The upper intermediate groove 2225 is formed on the top surface portion 2220 of the support member. The upper intermediate groove 2225 is formed to be open upward between the portions where the second sealing groove 2218 and the first sealing groove 2219 face each other. The outer side direction of the top surface portion 2220 of the support member is the upper direction. The lower intermediate groove 2235 is formed on the bottom surface portion 2230 of the support member. The lower intermediate groove 2235 is formed to be open downward between the portions where the second sealing groove 2218 and the first sealing groove 2219 face each other. The outer side direction of the bottom surface portion 2230 of the support member is the lower direction.

[0124] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the depth setting of the second sealing groove 2218 is limited. If the depth of the second sealing groove 2218 is deepened, the length of the sealing protrusion 2320 needs to be lengthened to fully pressurize the second sealing member 2810. However, if the length of the sealing protrusion 2320 becomes longer, it is difficult to smoothly achieve the combination using the protrusion. Therefore, the depth setting of the second sealing groove 2218 is limited. As the bottom surface according to the depth of the second sealing groove 2218 is set at the rear, the length of the sealing protrusion 2320 of the sealing cover 2300 can be reduced. According to an embodiment of the present invention, the protruding length of the sealing protrusion 2320 is reduced by reducing the depth of the second sealing groove 2218, so that the combination of the support 2200 and the sealing cover 2300 using the protrusion and the groove becomes possible, and the sealing performance can be obtained by fully pressurizing the second sealing member 2810. For this purpose, the intermediate grooves 2225 and 2235 can be used.

[0125] In an embodiment, a portion of the second sealing groove 2218 and the first sealing groove 2219 may be formed to face each other. In a portion facing each other, the distance between the second sealing groove 2218 and the first sealing groove 2219 may be farther than other portions. In the injection molding of the components, a suitable thickness needs to be maintained. For example, if any portion is constructed to be thicker than other portions, the thicker portion may bend or crack during cooling after injection molding. According to an embodiment of the present invention, by forming intermediate grooves 2225 and 2235, the distance between the second sealing groove 2218 and the first sealing groove 2219 can be separated while keeping the thickness of each portion of the support member 2200 constant.

[0126] The width of the second sealing groove 2218 and the width of the first sealing groove 2219 may be the same. The diameter of the second sealing member 2810 and the diameter of the first sealing member 2820 may be the same. In an embodiment, the second sealing member 2810 and the first sealing member 2820 may be provided by the same member. Therefore, as the second sealing member 2810 and the first sealing member 2820 can be interchangeable with each other, the convenience during the manufacturing operation can be increased.

[0127] A coupling boss 2215 may be formed at the rear of the support member 2200. The coupling boss 2215 is formed at a screw coupling portion 2330 (see FIG. 23) of the sealing cover 2300. Fig.19 ) corresponding to the position. The coupling protrusion 2215 is formed in an area closer to the outside than the second sealing groove 2218. In the embodiment, the screw coupling part 2330 of the sealing cover 2300 is formed to protrude to the left and right sides of the sealing protrusion 2320. The coupling protrusion 2215 can be formed by using the screw member 900 (refer to Fig. 20 ) is combined with the screw combination part 2330. Since the combination boss 2215 and the screw combination part 2330 are combined by the fastening member 900, the support member 2200 and the sealing cover 2300 can be combined with a stronger combination force. If the support member 2200 and the sealing cover 2300 are strongly combined, the water tightness and / or air tightness under the action of the second sealing member 2810 can be improved.

[0128] One or more first coupling grooves 2232 may be formed on the bottom surface 2230 of the support member. The first coupling groove 2232 may be provided as a groove formed at the rear end of the bottom surface 2230 of the support member. In an embodiment, the first coupling groove 2232 may be formed at two locations, and the first coupling groove 2232 may be formed at a position close to both end sides of the bottom surface 2230 of the support member. The first coupling groove 2232 is coupled to the second limiting portion 2133. The second limiting protrusion 2133a of the second limiting portion 2133 is inserted into the first coupling groove 2232. The width of any one or more first coupling grooves 2232 and the width of the corresponding second limiting protrusion 2133a may be the same. Here, the same means the concept of including tolerance. The second limiting protrusion 2133a is located behind the first coupling groove 2232 to limit the front-rear direction movement of the support member 2200. The second limiting protrusion 2133a is inserted into the first coupling groove 2232 to limit the left-right direction movement of the support member 2200. As the second limiting protrusion 2133a is inserted into the first coupling groove 2232, the position of the support member 2200 relative to the cover panel 2100 can be limited. Since the position of the support member 2200 is limited, the position of the electric component module 3000 can be limited.

[0129] One or more second coupling grooves 2222 may be formed on the top surface portion 2220 of the support member. The second coupling groove 2222 may be provided as a groove formed at the rear end of the top surface portion 2220 of the support member. In an embodiment, the second coupling groove 2222 may be formed at two locations, and the second coupling groove 2222 may be formed at a position close to both end sides of the top surface portion 2220 of the support member. The second coupling groove 2222 is coupled to the third limiting portion 2125. The third limiting protrusion 2125a of the third limiting portion 2125 is inserted into the second coupling groove 2222. The width of any one or more second coupling grooves 2222 of the one or more second coupling grooves 2222 and the width of the corresponding third limiting protrusion 2125a may be the same. Here, the same is a concept including tolerance. The third limiting protrusion 2125a is located behind the second coupling groove 2222 to limit the front-to-back movement of the support member 2200. The third limiting protrusion 2125a is inserted into the second coupling groove 2222 to limit the left-right movement of the support member 2200. As the third limiting protrusion 2125a is inserted into the second coupling groove 2222, the position of the support member 2200 relative to the cover panel 2100 can be limited. Since the position of the support member 2200 is limited, the position of the electrical component module 3000 can be limited.

[0130] In the embodiment, if the second limiting portion 2133 is formed on the bottom surface portion 2130, the third limiting portion 2125 is formed on the top surface portion 2120, and if the second limiting portion 2133 is formed on the top surface portion, the third limiting portion 2125 is formed on the bottom surface portion 2130. The second limiting portion 2133 and the third limiting portion 2125 limit the position of the support member 2200 in the up and down directions, so that the cover panel 2100 and the electrical component module 3000 can be combined.

[0131] Fig.19 1 is a rear perspective view of a sealing cover constituting a control panel according to an embodiment of the invention. Fig.19 , a sealing cover 2300 according to an embodiment of the present invention is described.

[0132] The sealing cover 2300 includes a sealing cover front portion 2310 and a sealing protrusion 2320 .

[0133] The front part 2310 of the sealing cover constitutes the front of the sealing cover 2300. In an embodiment, the front part 2310 of the sealing cover may be formed to have an area less than the front part 2210 of the support member. The speaker placement part 2212 and the front part 2310 of the sealing cover are located at positions that do not overlap each other. The front part 2310 of the sealing cover is combined with the support member 2200 at a portion that does not overlap with the speaker placement part 2212. The wireless communication module placement part 2213 and the front part 2310 of the sealing cover are located at positions that do not overlap each other. The front part 2310 of the sealing cover is combined with the support member 2200 at a portion that does not overlap with the wireless communication module placement part 2213.

[0134] The sealing protrusion 2320 is formed to extend forward along the periphery of the front portion 2310 of the sealing cover. The sealing protrusion 2320 is inserted into the second sealing groove 2218. The sealing protrusion 2320 is formed into a shape corresponding to the second sealing groove 2218. The sealing protrusion 2320 is described as extending forward along the periphery of the front portion 2310 of the sealing cover, but as long as it is a shape corresponding to the second sealing groove 2218, it does not need to be a shape extending along the periphery of the front portion 2310 of the sealing cover.

[0135] A first support member coupling portion 2323 is formed on the top surface portion in the sealing protrusion 2320. The first support member coupling portion 2323 is coupled to the sealing cover coupling portion 2221 of the support member 2200. The first support member coupling portion 2323 is formed in a convex shape. The protrusion of the first support member coupling portion 2323 is accommodated in the accommodation hole of the first sealing cover coupling portion 2221. Through the combination of the first support member coupling portion 2323 and the first sealing cover coupling portion 2221, the support member 2200 and the sealing cover 2300 can be coupled to each other. The combination of the first support member coupling portion 2323 and the first sealing cover coupling portion 2221 is achieved at a position where the sealing cover 2300 can fully pressurize the second sealing member 2810.

[0136] A second support member coupling portion 2333 is formed on the bottom surface portion of the sealing protrusion 2320. The first support member coupling portion 2323 is coupled to the second sealing cover coupling portion 2231 of the support member 2200. The second support member coupling portion 2333 is formed in a convex shape. The protrusion of the second support member coupling portion 2333 is accommodated in the accommodation hole of the second sealing cover coupling portion 2231. Through the combination of the second support member coupling portion 2333 and the second sealing cover coupling portion 2231, the support member 2200 and the sealing cover 2300 can be coupled to each other. The combination of the second support member coupling portion 2333 and the second sealing cover coupling portion 2231 is achieved at a position where the sealing cover 2300 can fully pressurize the first sealing member 2820.

[0137] As the first support member combining part 2323 and the first sealing cover combining part 2221 are combined with each other at the upper part, and the second support member combining part 2333 and the second sealing cover combining part 2231 are combined with each other at the lower part, the support member 2200 and the sealing cover 2300 may be fixed to each other in the upper and lower directions.

[0138] In an embodiment, only by combining the support member combining parts 2323, 2333 with the sealing cover combining parts 2221, 2231, the combining stability of the support member 2200 and the sealing cover 2300 may be low. In order to enhance the combining stability of the support member 2200 and the sealing cover 2300, a screw combining structure may be added. In an embodiment, a screw combining part 2330 is formed on the left and right sides of the sealing protrusion 2320. The screw combining part 2330 may be formed protruding from the sealing protrusion 2320. In an embodiment, the screw combining part 2330 may include a protrusion formed protruding from the sealing protrusion 2320 and a screw through hole formed in the protrusion. A combining boss 2215 is formed at a position corresponding to the screw combining part 2330 at the rear of the support member 2200. The screw combining part 2330 may be combined with the combining boss 2215 using a screw member 900. In an embodiment, the screw combining part 2330 may be formed at two places on the left side and two places on the right side. In the case where a plurality of screw joints 2330 are formed on each side, each screw joint 2330 is formed at a position separated by a predetermined interval. Through the threaded combination of the screw joint 2330 and the combination boss 2215, the combination stability of the support 2200 and the sealing cover 2300 can be improved. Since the screw joint 2330 can be combined with the combination boss 2215 by applying torque using the screw member 900, the combination strength can also be improved. Since the screw joint 2330 is formed on the left and right sides of the sealing cover 2300, the second sealing member 2810 can also be fully pressurized on the left 2320a and right 2320b of the sealing protrusion 2320.

[0139] The sealing cover 2300 may include a cover panel combining portion 2321. The cover panel combining portion 2321 is a structure for combining the electric component module 3000 with the cover panel 2100. The cover panel combining portion 2321 may be formed as a protrusion. In an embodiment, the cover panel combining portion 2321 is provided as a cover panel combining protrusion 2321.

[0140] The cover panel coupling protrusion 2321 is formed to protrude from either the upper part or the lower part. In the embodiment, the cover panel coupling protrusion 2321 is formed to protrude from the upper center of the sealing cover 2300. The protrusion receiving hole 2121a of the electrical component module coupling portion 2121 is formed at a position corresponding to the cover panel coupling protrusion 2321. By inserting and receiving the cover panel coupling protrusion 2321 in the protrusion receiving hole 2121a, the position of the electrical component module 3000 relative to the cover panel 2100 can be restricted. By inserting and receiving the cover panel coupling protrusion 2321 in the protrusion receiving hole 2121a, the electrical component module 3000 is coupled to the cover panel 2100.

[0141] The sealing cover 2300 may include a cover panel snap protrusion 2337. The cover panel snap protrusion 2337 is a structure for limiting the electrical component module 3000 by pushing it toward the front portion 2110 of the cover panel 2100. The cover panel snap protrusion 2337 is pressed forward by the first limiting portion 2131 of the cover panel 2100. The first limiting protrusion 2131a of the first limiting portion 2131 is located behind the cover panel snap protrusion 2337, and the cover panel snap protrusion 2337 is pressed by elasticity. The elasticity of the first limiting protrusion 2131a can be formed by the slit 2131c. In an embodiment, the cover panel snap protrusion 2337 can be inserted into the opening 2131d of the first limiting portion 2131 and pressed by the first limiting protrusion 2131a.

[0142] A wiring hole 2312 is formed on the front portion 2310 of the sealing cover. A cable (not shown) for transmitting power can pass through the wiring hole 2312 to approach the circuit substrate 2500 and / or the flat panel display 2400. A wiring hole protrusion 2313 is formed on the periphery of the wiring hole 2312. The wiring hole protrusion 2313 is formed to extend to the rear of the wiring hole 2312. A wiring hole sealing member 2314 is provided on the wiring hole protrusion 2313. The wiring hole sealing member 2314 can be provided to be inserted into the wiring hole protrusion 2313. The wiring hole sealing member 2314 seals the wiring hole 2312. The wiring hole protrusion 2313 can ensure the length of the wiring hole sealing member 2314 to ensure water tightness and / or air tightness. The wiring hole sealing member 2314 seals the remaining space after the cable (not shown) passes.

[0143] Fig. 20 FIG. 1 is a rear perspective view of an electrical component module according to an embodiment of the present invention. Fig.21 is along Fig. 20 The cross-sectional view of the II-II section line in FIG. Fig. 20 and Fig.21 , the combination relationship of multiple components constituting the electrical component module 3000 according to an embodiment of the present invention is described.

[0144] The first sealing cover joint part 2221 of the support member top surface part 2220 and the first support member joint part 2323 of the sealing cover 2300 ( Fig.19 The second sealing cover joint part 2231 of the support member top surface part 2220 is combined with the second support member joint part 2333 of the sealing cover 2300 (see Fig.19 Since the first sealing cover joint part 2221 and the second sealing cover joint part 2231 are formed to protrude rearward from the support member top surface part 2220 and the support member bottom surface part 2230 respectively, the height of the electrical component module 3000 can be reduced.

[0145] The screw coupling portion 2330 of the sealing cover 2300 and the coupling boss 2215 of the support member 2200 (see Fig.17 ) is combined. The screw combination 2430 and the combination boss 2215 are threadedly combined using the screw member 900. Since the screw combination 2330 can be combined with the combination boss 2215 by applying torque using the screw member 900, the combination strength can also be improved. Since the screw combination 2330 is formed on the left and right sides of the sealing cover 2300, the second sealing member 2810 can also be fully pressurized on the left side 2320a and the right side 2320b of the sealing protrusion 2320. In addition, the threaded combination has a high fastening force, so the combination stability of the support member 2200 and the sealing cover 2300 can be improved.

[0146] The sealing protrusion 2320 contacts the second sealing member 2810 inserted into the second sealing groove 2218 and pressurizes the second sealing member 2810. In an embodiment, the sealing protrusion 2320 can be inserted into the second sealing groove 2218. As the sealing protrusion 2320 pressurizes the second sealing member 2810, the first space 2390 and the external space can be blocked. An embodiment of the present invention provides a flat panel display 2400. Since the flat panel display 2400 is easily affected by moisture, a sealing structure is required. According to an embodiment of the present invention, a suitable sealing structure capable of protecting the flat panel display 2400 can be obtained. Since the first space 2390 is blocked from the external space, the flat panel display 2400 and the circuit substrate 2500 for the flat panel display 2400 can be protected from moisture.

[0147] The upper end of the cover panel coupling portion 2321 may be formed to protrude further outward than the outer contour of the support member 2200. The lower end of the cover panel buckling protrusion 2337 may be formed to protrude further outward than the outer contour of the support member 2200.

[0148] Fig. 22 This is a diagram showing an enlarged view of a combined portion of an electrical component module and a cover panel in order to explain the combined portion of an embodiment of the present invention and viewing the combined portion from the rear. Fig.23 is along Fig.24 Cross-sectional view of the III-III section line in FIG. Fig. 22 and Fig.23 , the combination of the electrical component module 3000 and the cover panel 2100 according to an embodiment of the present invention is described.

[0149] The first limiting portion 2131 of the cover panel 2100 presses the cover panel buckle protrusion 2337 from the rear (see Fig. 20 ) to limit the cover panel buckle protrusion 2337. The second limiting portion 2133 of the cover panel 2100 and the first coupling groove 2232 of the bottom surface portion 2230 of the support member (refer to Fig.17 The third limiting portion 2125 of the cover panel 2100 is connected to the first coupling groove 2232 (refer to Fig.17 ) is combined. The electrical component module combining portion 2121 of the cover panel 2100 is combined with the cover panel combining protrusion 2321 (refer to Fig. 20 )combined.

[0150] A flat panel display 2400 is provided in front of the support 2200. A touch film 2119 is provided in front of the flat panel display 2400. The touch film 2119 may be provided to be attached to the back of the cover panel 2100. The touch film 2119 may be electrically connected to the circuit substrate 2500. The laundry treating apparatus 1 may receive a user's instruction through the touch film 2119.

[0151] The electrical component module 3000 is combined behind the cover panel 2100. In one embodiment, the electrical component module 3000 can be accommodated in a space formed by the front portion 2110, the top portion 2120, the bottom portion 2130, the first side portion 2142 and the second side portion 2144 of the cover panel 2100.

[0152] By combining the cover panel 2100 with the support member 2200, the first sealing member 2820 is in close contact with the cover panel 2100. By the close contact between the first sealing member 2820 and the cover panel 2100, the space where the flat panel display 2400 is placed can be separated from the external space. If the support member 2200 is strongly combined with the cover panel 2100, the water tightness and / or air tightness of the first sealing member 2820 can be improved. Since the flat panel display 2400 is easily affected by moisture, a sealing structure is required. According to an embodiment of the present invention, a suitable sealing structure capable of protecting the flat panel display 2400 can be obtained. Under the action of the first sealing member 2820, the flat panel display 2400 is blocked from the external space, thereby being able to protect the flat panel display 2400 from moisture.

[0153] Fig.24 Is magnification Fig.23 A partial enlarged view of part G in FIG. Fig.24 , a sealing structure according to an embodiment of the present invention is described.

[0154] The second sealing member 2810 is inserted into the second sealing groove 2218 and exerts sealing performance by the pressure of the sealing protrusion 2320. When the first sealing member 2820 is inserted into the first sealing groove 2219 and contacts the front portion 2110, the sealing performance is exerted by the pressure of the electrical component module 3000 combined with the cover panel 2100.

[0155] Fig.25 This is a diagram showing a state in which a cover panel, a first front panel and a second front panel are combined in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention from the inside. Fig.25 , the combination of the cover panel 2100, the first front panel 112 and the second front panel 122 is described.

[0156] In an embodiment, the control panel 2000 is combined with the first front panel 112 and the second front panel 122 via a cover panel 2100 .

[0157] The bottom portion 2130 of the cover panel 2100 is combined with the upper end curved portion 112a of the first front panel 112 of the first processing device 10. The cover panel 2100 can be combined with the first front panel 112 as the first front panel combining portion 2135 of the bottom portion 2130 is inserted into the combining hole of the upper end curved portion 112a.

[0158] The top surface 2120 of the cover panel 2100 is combined with the lower end curved portion 122a of the second front panel 122 of the second processing device 20. As the second front panel combining portion 2123 of the top surface 2120 is inserted into the combining hole (not shown) of the lower end curved portion 122a, the cover panel 2100 can be combined with the second front panel 122.

[0159] Fig.26 This is a three-dimensional view of a cover panel according to an embodiment of the present invention viewed from the inside. Fig.26 , additional description is given to a cover panel according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0160] The control panel 2000 of the embodiment of the present invention includes a flat panel display 2400. If the thickness of the area of ​​the front portion 2110 where the flat panel display 2400 is disposed is uneven, the quality of the image provided through the cover panel 2100 may be poor. For example, if a small protrusion is formed in the area where the flat panel display 2400 is disposed due to various manufacturing reasons, the quality of the image provided through the cover panel 2100 may be reduced.

[0161] In an embodiment of the present invention, the cover panel 2100 includes a uniform region 2115. The interior of the uniform region 2115 is formed as a surface without protruding parts. The plane constituting the uniform region 2115 constitutes a uniform surface. The uniform region 2115 is at least larger than the area occupied by the screen of the flat panel display 2400. The flat panel display 2400 is located in the area overlapping with the uniform region 2115. When viewed from the front, the portion 2117 projected by the flat panel display 2400 is located inside the uniform region 2115.

[0162] In an embodiment, the uniform region 2115 may be formed in a quadrilateral shape. In an embodiment, regarding the plurality of protrusions formed in the region overlapping with the uniform region 2115 in the up-down direction, they do not overlap with the uniform region 2115 when viewed from the front (front or front). In an embodiment, the first limiting protrusion 2131a overlaps with the uniform region 2115 in the up-down direction. The height h1 of the first limiting protrusion 2131a is smaller than the distance d1 from the bottom surface of the uniform region 2115 to the bottom surface of the front portion 2110. Therefore, when viewed from the front, the uniform region 2115 and the first limiting protrusion 2131a do not overlap with each other.

[0163] Although the present invention has been illustrated and described with respect to specific embodiments, it will be apparent to those skilled in the art that variations and modifications may be made to the present invention without departing from the scope of the technical concept of the present invention as provided by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A clothes processing device, wherein: include: A first processing device, provided with a first front panel on the front side, having a first drum for accommodating clothes; A second processing device, located above the first processing device, provided with a second front panel on the front side, and having a second drum for accommodating clothes; as well as a control panel, disposed between the first front panel and the second front panel, and providing a user interface for controlling one or more of the first processing device and the second processing device; The control panel comprises: a cover panel including a front portion constituting an appearance, a top surface portion extending rearward from an upper portion of the front portion, and a bottom surface portion extending rearward from a lower portion of the front portion; and an electrical component module, coupled to the cover panel at the rear of the cover panel; The electrical component module further comprises: Supports; a flat panel display located on the front side of the support; and The circuit substrate is located behind the support member and is electrically connected to the flat panel display.

2. The laundry processing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein: A display placement portion is arranged on the front side of the support member, and the flat panel display is located on the display placement portion.

3. The laundry processing apparatus according to claim 2, wherein: A first sealing and fixing portion is provided on the front surface of the support member, the first sealing and fixing portion surrounds a region closer to the outside than the display placement portion, and a first sealing member is disposed on the first sealing and fixing portion.

4. The laundry processing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein: The first sealing fixing portion includes a first sealing groove into which the first sealing member is inserted.

5. The laundry processing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein: The support member is combined with the top surface portion and the bottom surface portion of the cover panel.

6. The laundry processing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein: The circuit substrate is provided with a touch key including a light emitting member that emits light and a touch sensor that detects a user's touch.

7. The laundry processing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein: A sealing cover is also included. The sealing cover is located behind the circuit substrate, covers the circuit substrate and is combined with the support member.

8. The laundry processing apparatus according to claim 7, wherein: A second sealing and fixing portion is provided on the back side of the support member, the second sealing and fixing portion surrounds a region closer to the outside than the circuit substrate, and a second sealing member is arranged on the second sealing and fixing portion. The sealing cover comprises: frontal face; and The sealing protrusion is formed to protrude forward from a portion of the front portion that faces the second sealing member.

9. The laundry processing apparatus according to claim 8, wherein: The second sealing fixing portion includes a second sealing groove for inserting the second sealing member. The sealing protrusion is inserted into the second sealing groove.

10. The laundry treating apparatus according to claim 8, wherein: A wiring hole is formed on the front portion of the sealing cover, and a cable for transmitting power to the circuit substrate passes through the wiring hole. The wiring hole is provided with a wiring hole sealing member for sealing the wiring hole.

11. The laundry treating apparatus according to claim 10, wherein: The sealing cover includes a wiring hole protrusion, which is arranged at the periphery of the wiring hole and protrudes rearward.

12. The laundry treating apparatus according to claim 7, wherein: The area of ​​the sealing cover is smaller than the area of ​​the front surface of the support member.

13. The laundry treating apparatus according to claim 7, wherein: A display placement portion and a first sealing groove are provided on the front side of the support member, the flat panel display is located in the display placement portion, the first sealing groove surrounds an area closer to the outside than the display placement portion, and a first sealing member is disposed in the first sealing groove. A second sealing groove is provided on the back side of the support member, the second sealing groove surrounds an outer area where the circuit substrate is arranged, and a second sealing member is arranged in the second sealing groove. The upper end of the first sealing groove is located at a portion facing the upper end of the second sealing groove, and the lower end of the first sealing groove is located at a portion facing the lower end of the second sealing groove.

14. The laundry treating apparatus according to claim 13, wherein: The support member comprises: The front part of the support member is provided with the display placement part and the first sealing groove; A support member top surface portion formed on the upper side of the support member front surface portion; and A support member bottom portion formed on the lower side of the support member front portion; An intermediate groove open to the outside of the support member is formed between the second sealing groove and the first sealing groove in the top surface portion of the support member and between the second sealing groove and the first sealing groove in the bottom surface portion of the support member.

15. The laundry treating apparatus according to claim 7, wherein: The support member comprises: A front portion of the support member, constituting the front side of the support member; A support member top surface portion formed on the upper side of the support member front surface portion; and A support member bottom portion formed on the lower side of the support member front portion; One or more sealing cover joint parts protruding backward are formed on the top surface part of the support member and the bottom surface part of the support member. A support member coupling portion is formed in the sealing cover at a position corresponding to the sealing cover coupling portion.

16. The laundry treating apparatus according to claim 15, wherein: The support member combination portion is configured in a convex shape, The sealing cover coupling portion is configured as a receiving hole for receiving the protrusion.

17. The laundry treating apparatus according to claim 7, wherein: Screw coupling parts are arranged on the left and right sides of the sealing cover. A coupling protrusion is provided at a position of the support member corresponding to the screw coupling portion. The screw coupling portion and the coupling boss are coupled using a screw member.

18. The laundry treating apparatus according to claim 7, wherein: The sealing cover includes one or more cover panel buckling protrusions protruding toward the top surface portion or the bottom surface portion of the cover panel. The cover panel comprises a first limiting protrusion, which is formed to protrude toward the inner side of the cover panel and is located behind the buckle protrusion of the cover panel, and the first limiting protrusion limits the sealing cover from the rear.

19. The laundry treating apparatus according to claim 18, wherein: A slit is formed around the first limiting protrusion. The slit is configured to be closed at the front and surround the periphery of the first limiting protrusion.

20. The laundry treating apparatus according to claim 18, wherein: The cover panel further includes a second limiting protrusion, which is formed to protrude toward the inner side of the cover panel and is located at a position closer to the rear than the support member, and the second limiting protrusion is inserted into a groove formed in the support member to limit the position of the support member.

21. The laundry treating apparatus according to claim 18, wherein: The cover panel further includes a third limiting protrusion, which is formed to protrude toward the inner side of the cover panel and is located at a position closer to the rear than the support member, and the third limiting protrusion limits the position of the support member.

22. The laundry treating apparatus according to claim 7, wherein: The sealing cover further includes a cover panel joint portion protruding from either the upper portion or the lower portion. The cover panel further includes an electrical component module coupling portion formed at a position corresponding to the cover panel coupling portion. One of the cover panel joint portion and the electric component module joint portion is formed into a protrusion and is received in the protrusion receiving hole of the other.

23. The laundry treating apparatus according to claim 7, wherein: A speaker placement portion is formed on the support member, The speaker placement portion is formed at a position not overlapping with the sealing cover when viewed from the front.

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