A filter assembly, flow channel, and garment processing device

Abstract

This invention belongs to the field of garment processing technology and discloses a filter assembly, a flow channel, and a garment processing device. The filter assembly includes a filter section rotatably disposed within a flow channel, covering the flow surface of the flow channel. The filter section is configured to rotate within the flow channel as fluid passes through it. By covering at least a portion of the flow surface of the flow channel with the filter assembly and allowing it to rotate within the flow channel, external environmental pollutants such as lint can be effectively intercepted. The rotation of the filter assembly also generates a rotating airflow within the flow channel, enhancing fluid flow. The centrifugal force generated by the rotation of the filter assembly removes lint and other impurities adhering to the filter assembly surface, avoiding the risk of fan overload due to excessive load and significantly reducing the frequency of manual cleaning of the filter assembly by the user.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of garment processing technology, and more particularly to a filter assembly, flow channel, and garment processing equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, in the relevant technologies of clothing processing equipment, when washing and drying clothes, the equipment needs to filter out the lint attached to the clothes through a filter element. When more and more lint is attached to the filter element, the user needs to manually clean it. Otherwise, it will block the flow channel and cause the fan to overload. Since the filter element is located in multiple related components, the process of disassembling and assembling the filter element is inconvenient and time-consuming, thereby reducing the user experience and energy efficiency of the clothing processing equipment. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is the inconvenience of cleaning the filter components in the flow channel of the garment processing equipment. Therefore, a filter component, flow channel and garment processing equipment are provided.

[0004] This invention aims to provide a filter assembly for a flow channel having an air inlet and a water inlet, comprising:

[0005] A filter section is rotatably disposed within the flow channel, the filter section covers the flow surface of the flow channel, the filter section is located above the air inlet, and the filter section is located below the water inlet.

[0006] The filter section is constructed as a spherical shell;

[0007] The filter section is configured such that when fluid passes through it, the filter section can rotate within the flow channel under the impact of the fluid.

[0008] In some embodiments, the filtering section includes:

[0009] At least two filter elements, including a first filter element and a second filter element, wherein the first filter element is configured as a housing with a first filter hole, and the second filter element is configured as a housing with a second filter hole, wherein the second filter element is located inside the first filter element and forms a double-layer spherical housing filter structure with the first filter element, and the pore size of the second filter hole is smaller than the pore size of the first filter hole.

[0010] In some embodiments, the housing is a spherical housing.

[0011] In some embodiments, the spherical shell is configured such that its central axis coincides with the central axis of the flow channel.

[0012] In some embodiments, the distance between the first filter element and the second filter element is smaller than the pore size of the first filter element.

[0013] In some embodiments, the outer wall of the second filter element abuts against the inner wall of the first filter element.

[0014] In some embodiments, the distance between the first filter element and the flow channel is greater than the pore size of the first filter element.

[0015] In some embodiments, the first filter element is a stainless steel element; the second filter element is a nylon element.

[0016] In some embodiments, the filtering component further includes:

[0017] The support portion includes:

[0018] A connecting rod, wherein the connecting rod is disposed in the flow channel;

[0019] A shaft assembly, one end of which is connected to the connecting rod, and the other end of which is rotatably connected to the filter section.

[0020] In some embodiments, the shaft assembly includes:

[0021] A rotating shaft, one end of which is connected to the connecting rod, and the other end of which is rotatably connected to the filter section;

[0022] A bearing is disposed between the rotating shaft and the connecting rod.

[0023] In some embodiments, a flow channel is provided, the flow channel having an air inlet and a water inlet, the flow channel further comprising:

[0024] The aforementioned filter components;

[0025] The water inlet is located above the filter section, and the air inlet is located below the filter section.

[0026] In some embodiments, a flow channel includes:

[0027] The aforementioned filter components;

[0028] The connecting rod is connected to the inner wall of the flow channel, and the central axis of the shaft assembly coincides with the central axis of the flow channel.

[0029] In some embodiments, a garment processing apparatus is provided, comprising:

[0030] The aforementioned flow channel.

[0031] The technical solution provided by this invention has the following advantages compared with the prior art:

[0032] The filter section is positioned between the water inlet and the air inlet. As airflow passes through the filter section from bottom to top, or water flows from top to bottom, it pushes the filter section, causing it to rotate within the flow channel. The airflow or water flow contacts half of the filter section's shell surface, and the rotation of the filter section also enhances fluid flow, resulting in higher filtration efficiency due to its higher flow velocity. During rotation, the filter section not only filters the airflow or water but also removes surface impurities such as lint under centrifugal force, preventing blockage of the main flow path. Furthermore, the water flow backwashes lint and other impurities adhering to the side of the filter section facing away from the water flow, significantly reducing the frequency of manual cleaning of the filter components. This ensures long-term stable operation of the garment processing equipment, improving the user experience and energy efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0033] The accompanying drawings, as part of this invention, are used to provide a further understanding of the invention. The illustrative embodiments and descriptions of the invention are used to explain the invention, but do not constitute an undue limitation of the invention. Obviously, the drawings described below are merely some embodiments, and those skilled in the art can obtain other drawings based on these drawings without creative effort. In the drawings:

[0034] Figure 1 This is one of the schematic diagrams of the flow channel structure shown in the embodiments of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 2 This is a second schematic diagram of the flow channel structure shown in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 3 This is the third schematic diagram of the flow channel structure shown in the embodiment of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 4 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of the filter section shown in the embodiments of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 5 This is a second schematic diagram of the structure of the filter section shown in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0039] In the diagram: 110-flow channel, 112-air inlet, 114-water inlet, 120-support part, 122-connecting rod, 124-shaft assembly, 126-rotating shaft, 128-bearing, 130-filter part, 132-first filter element, 134-first filter hole, 136-second filter element, 138-second filter hole.

[0040] It should be noted that these accompanying drawings and textual descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way, but rather to illustrate the concept of the invention to those skilled in the art by referring to specific embodiments. Detailed Implementation

[0041] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "inner" and "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limiting this invention.

[0042] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," "contact," and "communication" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0043] As more and more lint adheres to the filter element in the flow channel, the user needs to manually clean the lint on the filter element. Otherwise, it will block the flow channel and cause the fan to overload. Since the filter element is located in multiple related components, the process of disassembling and assembling the filter element is inconvenient and time-consuming, which reduces the user experience and energy efficiency ratio of the garment processing equipment.

[0044] Based on this technical problem, the following embodiments are proposed.

[0045] Example 1

[0046] like Figure 1-3 As shown, this embodiment proposes a filter assembly for a flow channel 110, the flow channel having an air inlet 112 and a water inlet 114, characterized in that it includes:

[0047] The filter section 130 is rotatably disposed in the flow channel 110, the filter section 130 covers the flow surface of the flow channel 110, the filter section 130 is located above the air inlet 112, and the filter section 130 is located below the water inlet 114.

[0048] The filter section 130 is constructed as a spherical shell;

[0049] The filter section 130 is configured such that when fluid passes through the filter section 130, the filter section 130 can rotate within the flow channel 110 under the impact of the fluid.

[0050] In this embodiment, as Figure 1-3As shown, the filter section 130 is rotatably disposed within the flow channel 110, and the filter section 130 covers at least a portion of the flow surface of the flow channel 110, thereby effectively intercepting various external environmental pollutants such as lint within the flow channel. Specifically, the filter section 130 is configured such that when fluid passes through it, the force generated by the fluid flow pushes the filter assembly, allowing the filter section 130 to rotate within the flow channel 110. When the filter section 130 rotates within the flow channel 110, it generates centrifugal force away from the main flow surface of the filter section 130, thereby peeling off impurities such as lint adhering to the main flow surface of the filter section 130. Most of the lint falls directly off the surface of the filter section 130, or a small amount adheres to the periphery of the filter section 130, thus preventing clogging of the main flow surface of the filter section 130 to a certain extent.

[0051] By providing a filter section 130 that covers at least a portion of the flow surface of the flow channel 110 and allows the filter section 130 to rotate within the flow channel 110, external environmental pollutants such as lint can be effectively intercepted. The rotation of the filter section 130 also generates a rotating airflow within the flow channel 110, enhancing fluid flow. The centrifugal force generated by the rotation of the filter section 130 removes lint and other impurities adhering to its surface, preventing the risk of overload on the fan and significantly reducing the frequency of manual cleaning of the filter section 130. This ensures long-term stable operation of the garment processing equipment, improving the user experience and energy efficiency.

[0052] like Figure 5 As shown, the flow channel 110 has an air inlet 112 and a water inlet 114. Water flows into the flow channel 110 through the water inlet 114, and airflow enters the flow channel 110 through the air inlet 112, allowing water and air to circulate within the flow channel 110. The filter section 130 can continuously rotate within the flow channel 110. In the garment processing equipment, the connection between the water inlet 114 and the air inlet 112 is a key position of the flow channel 110. The filter section 130 is positioned between the water inlet 114 and the air inlet 112, with the water inlet 114 above the filter section 130 and the air inlet 112 below the filter section 130, allowing impurities such as lint adhering to the filter section to be discharged with the water flow.

[0053] In washing mode, when water enters the flow channel 110, it flows through the filter section 130 under the influence of gravity. The filter section 130 intercepts and collects impurities such as lint and other debris in the water flow. The filtered water then flows downward into the inner drum. In drying mode, when airflow enters the flow channel 110, it first flows through the filter section 130. The filter section 130 captures and collects impurities such as lint in the airflow, causing these impurities to adhere to the lower surface of the filter section 130 near the air inlet. The filtered clean airflow then flows upward into the inner drum. Because the filter section 130 is located inside the flow channel 110 and obstructs the flow surface of the flow channel 110, it covers at least a portion of the flow surface of the flow channel 110. As the fluid passes through the filter section 130, it rotates within the flow channel 110 under the influence of gravity or the thrust of the airflow. When the filter section 130 rotates within the flow channel 110, it generates centrifugal force toward the inner wall of the flow channel 110. Therefore, when water flows from the inlet 114 to the filter section 130, under the action of centrifugal force, impurities such as lint captured and collected by the filter section 130 will leave the filter section 130 along with the water flow and fall downwards.

[0054] By placing the filter section 130 inside the flow channel 110, the filter section 130 can rotate with the water and air flow, thereby effectively intercepting external environmental pollutants such as lint. The centrifugal force generated by the rotation of the filter section 130 discharges the collected lint and other pollutants. This allows the flow channel 110 to overcome the resistance caused by the accumulation of impurities and remain unobstructed, avoiding the risk of overload due to excessive load on the fan. It also greatly reduces the frequency of maintenance required by users to manually clean the inner wall of the flow channel 110 and the filter section 130, ensuring that the garment processing equipment can operate stably for a long time, and improving the user experience and energy efficiency ratio of the garment processing equipment.

[0055] The filter section 130 is positioned between the water inlet 114 and the air inlet 112. When the airflow passes through the filter section 130 from bottom to top, it can push the filter section 130, allowing it to rotate within the flow channel 110. The airflow contacts half of the shell surface of the filter section of the spherical shell, and the rotation of the filter section 130 also generates a rotating airflow within the flow channel 110, which can enhance the fluid flowability and thus effectively enhance the airflow. The high flow rate results in high filtration efficiency. During the rotation process, the filter section 130 not only filters the airflow but also removes impurities such as lint from its surface under centrifugal force, preventing blockage of the main flow surface. The same water flow, under the action of gravity, can impact the filter section 130 from top to bottom, causing it to rotate. The water flow contacts half of the shell surface of the filter section of the spherical shell, and the rotation of the filter section will also generate a rotating water flow in the flow channel, which can enhance the fluid flowability, thereby effectively enhancing the water flowability, resulting in a high flow rate and high filtration efficiency. During the rotation process, the filter section 130 not only filters the water flow, but also removes impurities such as lint from its surface under the action of centrifugal force, preventing blockage of the main flow surface. At the same time, it plays a backwashing role on the lint and other impurities attached to the surface of the filter section facing away from the water flow.

[0056] Optionally, in one implementation of this embodiment, such as Figure 4-5 As shown, the filter unit 130 includes:

[0057] The system includes at least two filter elements, comprising a first filter element 132 and a second filter element 136. The first filter element 132 is configured as a housing with a first filter hole 134, and the second filter element 136 is configured as a housing with a second filter hole 138. The second filter element 136 is located inside the first filter element 132, forming a double-layer spherical housing filter structure with the first filter element 132. The diameter of the second filter hole 138 is smaller than the diameter of the first filter hole 134.

[0058] In this embodiment, as Figure 4-5As shown, the filter section 130 includes at least two filter elements, including a first filter element 132 and a second filter element 136. The first filter element 132 is constructed as a housing with a first filter hole 134. When fluid flows through the filter section 130, it first contacts the housing and then flows into the housing through the first filter hole 134. The first filter element 132 can effectively capture and collect larger impurities in the fluid. Larger impurities are usually common hair, paper scraps, and other larger particles. These larger impurities are often common in the household environment. If they enter the interior of the clothing processing equipment directly without treatment, they may not only disrupt the normal operation of the clothing processing equipment, but also affect the final washing and drying effect of the clothes. The second filter element 136 is constructed as a housing with second filter holes 138. The second filter element 136 is inside the first filter element 132, which covers the second filter element 136. The aperture of the second filter hole 138 is smaller than that of the first filter hole 134, enabling it to intercept smaller impurities in the air. These smaller impurities are usually inconspicuous dust and particulate matter. Although these smaller impurities are easily overlooked due to their small size, the accumulation of these smaller impurities can still cause blockage of the flow channel 110 during the long-term operation of the garment processing equipment, affecting the operating efficiency of the fan and thus increasing the energy consumption and shortening the lifespan of the garment processing equipment. When the fluid flows through the first filter element 132, it flows to the second filter element 136, where smaller impurities in the fluid are captured and collected. After multiple filtrations, the fluid flows into the inner cylinder.

[0059] Preferably, the first filter element 132 is made of stainless steel, that is, the first filter element 132 is made of stainless steel material, and the second filter element 136 is made of nylon, that is, the second filter element 136 is made of nylon material.

[0060] The design of the first filter element 132 as stainless steel and the second filter element 136 as nylon not only ensures the overall strength of the filter assembly, but also makes it relatively lightweight and easy to rotate under fluid impact, thereby accelerating fluid flow.

[0061] By covering the second filter element 136 with the first filter element 132 and making the aperture of the second filter hole 138 smaller than that of the first filter hole 134, the fluid flows through the first filter element 132 first and then through the second filter element 136, enabling the capture and collection of larger and smaller impurities in the fluid. This reduces the possibility of hair, paper scraps, and other larger particles entering the interior of the garment processing equipment, avoiding performance degradation and potential safety hazards caused by excessive fan load. It also provides efficient interception of fine pollutants such as dust and particles, preventing further damage to the washer-dryer's interior and creating a cleaner and healthier laundry environment for users. The double-layered filter element 130, located within the flow channel 110, allows the garment processing equipment to provide more stable, high-quality washing and drying services, maximizing its lifespan and providing strong support for modern families pursuing a healthy and environmentally friendly lifestyle.

[0062] Optionally, in one implementation of this embodiment, such as Figure 2-5 As shown, the shell is a spherical shell.

[0063] In this embodiment, as Figure 2-5 As shown, by setting the first filter element 132 and the second filter element 136 as a spherical shell, the resistance generated by the filter element in the flow channel 110 can be reduced, so that water and air can flow through the filter section 130 at a faster flow rate, thereby taking into account both the flow performance and filtration performance of the flow channel 110.

[0064] Optionally, in one implementation of this embodiment, such as Figure 4-5 As shown, the distance between the first filter element 132 and the second filter element 136 is smaller than the aperture of the first filter hole 134.

[0065] In this embodiment, as Figure 4-5 As shown, by setting the distance between the first filter element 132 and the second filter element 136 to be smaller than the aperture of the first filter hole 134, larger impurities can be collected on the surface of the first filter element 132, thereby reducing the risk of larger impurities entering the gap between the first filter element 132 and the second filter element 136 and forming a blockage in the second filter hole 138 through accumulation, so as to maintain the filtration effect of the second filter element 136.

[0066] Optionally, in one implementation of this embodiment, such as Figure 2-3 As shown, the outer wall of the second filter element 136 is attached to the inner wall of the first filter element 132.

[0067] In this embodiment, as Figure 2-3As shown, by attaching the outer wall of the second filter element 136 to the inner wall of the first filter element 132, there is no gap between the first filter element 132 and the second filter element 136. This avoids the growth of bacteria and other contaminants between the first filter element 132 and the second filter element 136 due to the residue of larger and smaller impurities, thereby improving the cleanliness of the water and airflow flowing into the inner cylinder and further improving the cleanliness of the flow channel 110.

[0068] Optionally, in one implementation of this embodiment, the distance between the first filter element 132 and the flow channel 110 is greater than the aperture of the first filter hole 134.

[0069] In this embodiment, since the filter element can rotate within the flow channel 110, there is a certain gap between the first filter element 132 and the flow channel 110. The distance of this gap is set to be greater than the aperture of the first filter hole 134, so that when larger and smaller impurities leave the surface of the filter section 130 under the action of water flow and gravity, they can be discharged downward from the gap between the first filter element 132 and the flow channel 110.

[0070] By setting the distance between the first filter element 132 and the flow channel 110 to be greater than the pore size of the first filter element 132, it is possible for larger and smaller impurities to leave the surface of the filter section 130 and be discharged downward, thereby achieving self-cleaning of the filter section 130.

[0071] Optionally, in one implementation of this embodiment, such as Figure 2-5 As shown, the support portion 120 also includes:

[0072] Connecting rod 122 is disposed in flow channel 110;

[0073] Shaft assembly 124, one end of shaft assembly 124 is connected to connecting rod 122, and the other end of shaft assembly 124 is rotatably connected to first filter element 132.

[0074] In this embodiment, as Figure 2-5 As shown, the support part 120 also includes a connecting rod 122 and a shaft assembly 124. The connecting rod 122 is disposed on the inner wall of the flow channel 110 and is used to lift or support the filter part 130. The shaft assembly 124 is used to connect the filter part 130 to the connecting rod 122. One end of the shaft assembly 124 is connected to the connecting rod 122, and the other end of the shaft assembly 124 is rotatably connected to the first filter element 132, so that the first filter element 132 can rotate relative to the connecting rod 122.

[0075] Preferably, when the outer wall of the second filter element 136 is against the inner wall of the first filter element 132, the first filter element 132 can drive the second filter element 136 to rotate. When there is a gap between the second filter element 136 and the first filter element 132, the second filter element 136 is also rotatably connected to the other end of the shaft assembly 124, so that the first filter element 132 and the second filter element 136 can rotate independently relative to the connecting rod 122.

[0076] By setting the connecting rod 122 and the shaft assembly 124, the range of motion of the filter section 130 can be limited, so that the filter section 130 remains within the correct range when rotating in the flow channel 110, reducing the risk of the filter section 130 moving along the axis of the flow channel 110, thereby enabling the filter section 130 to operate stably for a long time.

[0077] Optionally, in one implementation of this embodiment, such as Figure 2-5 As shown, the support portion 120 also includes:

[0078] Shaft assembly 124, one end of shaft assembly 124 is connected to connecting rod 122, and the other end of shaft assembly 124 is rotatably connected to first filter element 132.

[0079] In this embodiment, as Figure 2-5 As shown, the support part 120 also includes a shaft assembly 124 for connecting the filter part 130 to the connecting rod 122. One end of the shaft assembly 124 is connected to the connecting rod 122, and the other end of the shaft assembly 124 is rotatably connected to the first filter element 132, so that the first filter element 132 can rotate relative to the connecting rod 122.

[0080] Preferably, when the outer wall of the second filter element 136 is against the inner wall of the first filter element 132, the first filter element 132 can drive the second filter element 136 to rotate. When there is a gap between the second filter element 136 and the first filter element 132, the second filter element 136 is also rotatably connected to the other end of the shaft assembly 124, so that the first filter element 132 and the second filter element 136 can rotate independently relative to the connecting rod 122.

[0081] By setting the shaft assembly 124, the range of motion of the filter section 130 can be limited, so that the filter section 130 remains within the correct range when rotating in the flow channel 110, reducing the risk of the filter section 130 moving along the axis of the flow channel 110, thereby enabling the filter section 130 to operate stably for a long time.

[0082] Optionally, in one implementation of this embodiment, such as Figure 2-5 As shown, the shaft assembly 124 includes:

[0083] A rotating shaft 126 is connected at one end to a connecting rod 122, and the other end of the rotating shaft 126 is rotatably connected to the first filter element 132.

[0084] Bearing 128 is sleeved on rotating shaft 126, and the outer circumferential surface of bearing 128 is in contact with connecting rod 122.

[0085] In this embodiment, as Figure 2-5 As shown, the shaft assembly 124 includes a rotating shaft 126 and a bearing 128. One end of the rotating shaft 126 is connected to a connecting rod 122, and the other end of the rotating shaft 126 is rotatably connected to a first filter element 132, thereby connecting the first filter element 132 and the second filter element 136 to the connecting rod 122. When fluid flows through the filter section 130, the first filter element 132 and the second filter element 136 rotate around the rotating shaft 126. The bearing 128 is sleeved on the end of the rotating shaft 126 that is rotatably connected to the connecting rod 122, and the outer circumferential surface of the bearing 128 is in contact with the connecting rod 122, so that the bearing 128 is located between the rotating shaft 126 and the connecting rod 122, thereby reducing the friction between the connecting rod 122 and the rotating shaft 126.

[0086] Preferably, the bearing 128 can be sleeved on the end of the rotating shaft 126 that is rotatably connected to the first filter element 132, and the outer peripheral surface of the bearing 128 can be abutted against the first filter element 132, so that the bearing 128 is located between the rotating shaft 126 and the first filter element 132, thereby reducing the friction between the filter part 130 and the rotating shaft 126, increasing the centrifugal force generated by the filter part 130 when rotating, and thus improving the self-cleaning efficiency of the filter part 130.

[0087] Preferably, when there is a gap between the second filter element 136 and the first filter element 132, the second filter element 136 is also rotatably connected to the rotating shaft 126. A bearing 128 is also sleeved at the end of the rotating shaft 126 that is rotatably connected to the second filter element 136, and the outer peripheral surface of the bearing 128 is in contact with the second filter element 136, so that the bearing 128 is located between the rotating shaft 126 and the first filter element 132. This can further reduce the friction between the filter part 130 and the rotating shaft 126, further increase the centrifugal force generated by the filter part 130 when rotating, and thus further improve the self-cleaning efficiency of the filter part 130.

[0088] By setting the rotating shaft 126 and bearing 128, the friction between the filter section 130, the rotating shaft 126 and the connecting rod 122 can be reduced, the centrifugal force generated by the filter section 130 when rotating can be increased, and the self-cleaning efficiency of the filter section 130 can be improved.

[0089] Optionally, in one implementation of this embodiment, such as Figure 2 and Figure 4-5As shown, the rotating shaft 126 passes through the first filter element 132, and one end of the rotating shaft 126 is located inside the first filter element 132.

[0090] In this embodiment, as Figure 2 and Figure 4-5 As shown, the rotating shaft 126 is inserted into the first filter element 132, and one end of the rotating shaft 126 is located inside the first filter element 132, so that the top of the first filter element 132 is rotatably connected to one end of the rotating shaft 126. Under the action of gravity, the filter part 130 is suspended from one end of the rotating shaft 126 through the top of the first filter element 132.

[0091] Preferably, the top inner wall of the first filter element 132, the bearing 128, and one end of the rotating shaft 126 are in sequential contact.

[0092] By positioning one end of the rotating shaft 126 within the first filter element 132 and suspending the filter section 130 from the top of the first filter element 132 at one end of the rotating shaft 126, the encroachment of the rotating shaft 126 on the internal space of the filter section 130 is reduced, thereby improving the flow efficiency of the fluid when flowing through the filter section 130.

[0093] Optionally, in one implementation of this embodiment, such as Figure 2 and Figure 4-5 As shown, the rotating shaft 126 passes through the first filter element 132, and one end of the rotating shaft 126 protrudes from the first filter element 132.

[0094] In this embodiment, as Figure 2 and Figure 4-5 As shown, a rotating shaft 126 is configured to pass through the first filter element 132, so that the rotating shaft 126 passes through the top and bottom of the first filter element 132 respectively, and one end of the rotating shaft 126 is configured to protrude from the first filter element 132, so that the rotating shaft 126 and the bearing 128 form a multi-point contact connection with the first filter element 132.

[0095] By passing the rotating shaft 126 through the first filter element 132 and making one end of the rotating shaft 126 protrude from the first filter element 132, when the filter part 130 rotates rapidly, the centrifugal force generated by the filter part 130 during rotation can be overcome by the multi-point contact formed between the bearing 128 and the first filter element 132. This avoids the displacement of the rotating shaft 126 caused by the violent shaking of the filter part 130 during rotation, thereby maintaining the stable operation of the filter part 130 in the flow channel 110.

[0096] Optionally, in one implementation of this embodiment, such as Figure 2-5 As shown, the central axis of the flow channel 110 coincides with the central axis of the shell.

[0097] In this embodiment, as Figure 2-5As shown, the central axis of the housing is set to coincide with the central axis of the flow channel 110, so that the centrifugal force generated by the filter section 130 is perpendicular to the inner wall of the flow channel 110, and the projection of the filter section 130 along the central axis of the housing is also completely located within the flow surface of the flow channel 110.

[0098] By aligning the central axis of the housing with the central axis of the flow channel 110, when water flows through the filter section 130, the filter section 130 begins to rotate and generates centrifugal force. This causes larger and smaller impurities attached to the filter section 130 to move towards the edge of the filter section 130. Finally, the larger and smaller impurities will leave the filter section 130 with the water flow and fall directly into the lower discharge channel. This reduces the possibility of larger and smaller impurities contacting the inner wall of the flow channel 110, lowers the risk of larger and smaller impurities adhering to the inner body of the flow channel 110 and causing blockage, further avoids the risk of overload of the fan due to excessive load, and also greatly reduces the maintenance frequency of users regularly cleaning the flow channel 110, improving the user experience and the energy efficiency ratio of the garment processing equipment.

[0099] Example 2

[0100] like Figure 1 , 2 As shown in Figures 4 and 5, this embodiment provides a flow channel 110, which has an air inlet 112 and a water inlet 114. The flow channel 110 further includes:

[0101] Such as the filter component in Example 1;

[0102] When the flow channel 110 has an air inlet 112 and a water inlet 114, the water inlet 114 is located above the filter section 130, and the air inlet 112 is located below the filter section 130.

[0103] In this embodiment, as Figure 5 As shown, the flow channel 110 has an air inlet 112 and a water inlet 114. Water flows into the flow channel 110 through the water inlet 114, and airflow enters the flow channel 110 through the air inlet 112, allowing water and air to circulate within the flow channel 110. The filter section 130 can continuously rotate within the flow channel 110. In the garment processing equipment, the connection between the water inlet 114 and the air inlet 112 is a key position of the flow channel 110. The filter section 130 is positioned between the water inlet 114 and the air inlet 112, with the water inlet 114 above the filter section 130 and the air inlet 112 below the filter section 130, allowing impurities such as lint adhering to the filter section to be discharged with the water flow.

[0104] In washing mode, when water enters the flow channel 110, it flows through the filter section 130 under the influence of gravity. The filter section 130 intercepts and collects impurities such as lint and other debris in the water flow. The filtered water then flows downward into the inner drum. In drying mode, when airflow enters the flow channel 110, it first flows through the filter section 130. The filter section 130 captures and collects impurities such as lint in the airflow, causing these impurities to adhere to the lower surface of the filter section 130 near the air inlet. The filtered clean airflow then flows upward into the inner drum. Because the filter section 130 is located inside the flow channel 110 and obstructs the flow surface of the flow channel 110, it covers at least a portion of the flow surface of the flow channel 110. As the fluid passes through the filter section 130, it rotates within the flow channel 110 under the influence of gravity or the thrust of the airflow. When the filter section 130 rotates within the flow channel 110, it generates centrifugal force toward the inner wall of the flow channel 110. Therefore, when water flows from the inlet 114 to the filter section 130, under the action of centrifugal force, impurities such as lint captured and collected by the filter section 130 will leave the filter section 130 along with the water flow and fall downwards.

[0105] By placing the filter section 130 inside the flow channel 110, the filter section 130 can rotate with the water and air flow, thereby effectively intercepting external environmental pollutants such as lint. The centrifugal force generated by the rotation of the filter section 130 discharges the collected lint and other pollutants. This allows the flow channel 110 to overcome the resistance caused by the accumulation of impurities and remain unobstructed, avoiding the risk of overload due to excessive load on the fan. It also greatly reduces the frequency of maintenance required by users to manually clean the inner wall of the flow channel 110 and the filter section 130, ensuring that the garment processing equipment can operate stably for a long time, and improving the user experience and energy efficiency ratio of the garment processing equipment.

[0106] Example 3

[0107] This embodiment provides a garment processing device, including:

[0108] As shown in Example 2, flow channel 110.

[0109] In this embodiment, the garment processing device includes the flow channel 110 as in Embodiment 1, and therefore the garment processing device has all the beneficial effects of the flow channel 110 as in Embodiment 1.

[0110] In summary, the ingenious design of the flow channel and garment handling equipment lies in:

[0111] First, the filter section is positioned between the water inlet and the air inlet. When airflow passes through the filter section from bottom to top, or water flow from top to bottom, it pushes the filter section, allowing it to rotate within the flow channel. The airflow or water flow contacts half of the filter section's shell surface, and the rotation of the filter section also enhances fluid flow, thus effectively increasing the flow rate and filtration efficiency. During rotation, the filter section not only filters the airflow or water flow but also removes surface impurities such as lint under centrifugal force, preventing blockage of the main flow path. Furthermore, the water flow provides a backwashing effect on lint and other impurities adhering to the surface of the filter section facing away from the water flow.

[0112] Secondly, by covering the second filter element with the first filter element and making the pore size of the second filter element smaller than that of the first filter element, the fluid flows through the first filter element first and then through the second filter element. This allows for the capture and collection of both larger and smaller impurities in the fluid. This reduces the likelihood of hair, paper scraps, and other larger particles entering the garment processing equipment, preventing performance degradation and potential safety hazards caused by excessive fan load. It also effectively intercepts fine pollutants such as dust and particles, preventing further damage to the washer-dryer's interior and creating a cleaner and healthier laundry environment for users. The double-layered filter assembly within the flow channel enables the garment processing equipment to provide more stable, high-quality washing and drying services, maximizing its lifespan and providing strong support for modern families pursuing a healthy and environmentally friendly lifestyle.

[0113] Third, by setting the distance between the first filter element and the flow channel to be greater than the pore size of the first filter element, it is possible for larger and smaller impurities to leave the surface of the filter assembly and be discharged downwards, thereby achieving self-cleaning of the filter assembly.

[0114] Fourth, by setting up a rotating shaft and bearings, the friction between the filter assembly and the rotating shaft can be reduced, and the centrifugal force generated by the filter assembly during rotation can be increased, thereby improving the self-cleaning efficiency of the filter assembly.

[0115] Fifth, by setting the central axis of the housing to coincide with the central axis of the flow channel, when water flows through the filter assembly, the filter assembly begins to rotate and generates centrifugal force, causing larger and smaller impurities attached to the filter assembly to move towards the edge of the filter assembly. Finally, the larger and smaller impurities will leave the filter assembly with the water flow and fall directly into the lower discharge channel, thereby reducing the possibility of larger and smaller impurities contacting the inner wall of the flow channel, reducing the risk of larger and smaller impurities adhering to the inner body of the flow channel and causing blockage, further avoiding the risk of overload of the fan due to excessive load, and also greatly reducing the frequency of users regularly cleaning the flow channel, improving the user experience and the energy efficiency ratio of the clothing processing equipment.

[0116] It can be further understood that in this disclosure, "multiple" refers to two or more, and other quantifiers are similar. "And / or" describes the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist; for example, A and / or B can represent: A alone, A and B simultaneously, and B alone. The character " / " generally indicates that the preceding and following related objects are in an "or" relationship. The singular forms "a," "the," and "the" are also intended to include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0117] It is further understood that the terms "first," "second," etc., are used to describe various types of information, but this information should not be limited to these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish information of the same type from one another, and do not indicate a specific order or degree of importance. In fact, the expressions "first," "second," etc., are completely interchangeable. For example, without departing from the scope of this disclosure, first information can also be referred to as second information, and similarly, second information can also be referred to as first information.

[0118] It is further understood that although operations are described in a specific order in the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of this disclosure, this should not be construed as requiring these operations to be performed in the specific order or serial order shown, or requiring all of the shown operations to be performed to obtain the desired result. In certain environments, multitasking and parallel processing may be advantageous.

[0119] Other embodiments of this disclosure will readily occur to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the specification and practice of the invention disclosed herein. This application is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of this disclosure that follow the general principles of this disclosure and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein. The specification and examples are to be considered exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of this disclosure are indicated by the following claims.

[0120] It should be understood that this disclosure is not limited to the precise structures described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes can be made without departing from its scope. The scope of this disclosure is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A filter assembly for a flow channel (110) having an air inlet (112) and a water inlet (114), characterized in that, include: A filter section (130) is rotatably disposed within the flow channel (110), the filter section (130) covers the flow surface of the flow channel (110), the air inlet (112) is connected to the water inlet (114), the filter section (130) is located above the air inlet (112) and below the water inlet (114); The filter section (130) is constructed as a spherical shell; The filter section (130) is configured such that when water enters the flow channel (110), it can first flow through the filter section (130) under the action of gravity. The filter section (130) can intercept and collect impurities in the water flow, and the filtered water flow then flows downward into the inner cylinder. When air enters the flow channel (110), it first passes through the filter section (130). The filter section (130) can capture and collect impurities in the air flow, so that the impurities in the air flow adhere to the lower surface of the filter section (130) near the air inlet (112), and the filtered clean air flow upward into the inner cylinder. When the fluid passes through the filter section (130), the filter section (130) can rotate in the flow channel (110) under the impact of the fluid, and generate centrifugal force towards the inner wall of the flow channel (110). Under the action of centrifugal force, the impurities captured and collected by the filter section (130) will leave the filter section (130) along with the water flow and fall downward.

2. The filter assembly as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The filter section (130) includes: At least two filter elements, including a first filter element (132) and a second filter element (136), wherein the first filter element (132) is configured as a housing having a first filter hole (134), and the second filter element (136) is configured as a housing having a second filter hole (138). The second filter element (136) is located inside the first filter element (132) and forms a double-layer spherical housing filter structure with the first filter element (132). The aperture of the second filter hole (138) is smaller than the aperture of the first filter hole (134).

3. The filter assembly as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The spherical shell is configured such that its central axis coincides with the central axis of the flow channel (110).

4. The filter assembly as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The distance between the first filter element (132) and the second filter element (136) is smaller than the pore size of the first filter element (132).

5. The filter assembly as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The outer wall of the second filter element (136) is attached to the inner wall of the first filter element (132).

6. The filter assembly as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The distance between the first filter element (132) and the flow channel (110) is greater than the pore size of the first filter element (132).

7. The filter assembly as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The first filter element (132) is made of stainless steel; The second filter element (136) is a nylon element.

8. The filter assembly according to any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that, The filtering component also includes: Support portion (120), the support portion (120) includes: A connecting rod (122) is disposed in the flow channel (110); A shaft assembly (124) is provided, one end of which is connected to the connecting rod (122), and the other end is rotatably connected to the filter section (130).

9. The filter assembly as claimed in claim 8, characterized in that, The shaft assembly (124) includes: A rotating shaft (126) is provided, one end of which is connected to the connecting rod (122), and the other end is rotatably connected to the filter section (130). A bearing (128) is disposed between the rotating shaft (126) and the connecting rod (122).

10. A flow channel (110) having an air inlet (112) and a water inlet (114), characterized in that, The flow channel (110) further includes: The filter assembly as described in any one of claims 1-7; The water inlet (114) is located above the filter section (130), and the air inlet (112) is located below the filter section (130).

11. A flow channel, characterized in that, include: The filter assembly as described in any one of claims 8-9; The connecting rod (122) is connected to the inner wall of the flow channel (110), and the central axis of the shaft assembly (124) coincides with the central axis of the flow channel (110).

12. A garment processing device, characterized in that, include: The flow channel as described in claim 10 or 11.

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