Water treatment method, system, apparatus, and storage medium

Abstract

This invention discloses a water treatment method, system, device, and storage medium, comprising: acquiring the total dissolved solids (TDS) in purified water monitored by a water purification device in a target area, wherein the purified water is the purified water output from a central water purification device; if it is determined that the TDS in the purified water is greater than a preset standard TDS, then controlling the central water purification device to enhance the purification effect, so that the TDS in the purified water output by the central water purification device after enhanced purification is equal to the standard TDS. Through the interaction between the water treatment control device and the water purification device in the target area, and the interaction between the water treatment control device and the central water purification device, on the one hand, linkage between water treatment devices can be realized; on the other hand, the TDS of the purified water output by the central water purification device can be monitored, and the purification effect of the central water purification device can be controlled according to the TDS of the purified water to meet the user's health needs. Therefore, the water treatment method provided in this embodiment improves the user's water usage experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of smart home technology, and in particular to a water treatment method, system, device and storage medium. Background Technology

[0002] As living standards improve, users are installing various water treatment devices in their homes. These include central water purification systems and under-sink water purification systems, catering to different user needs.

[0003] Currently, users can purify water throughout the house using central water purification systems and purify kitchen water using under-sink water purifiers. It's clear that these water treatment systems operate independently, failing to achieve synergy and provide the best user experience. Therefore, current water treatment methods offer a poor user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This invention provides a water treatment method, system, device, and storage medium to solve the technical problem of poor user experience caused by water treatment methods in related technologies.

[0005] According to one aspect of the present invention, a water treatment method is provided, applied in a water treatment control device, wherein the water treatment control device is communicatively connected to a central water purification device and a target area water purification device, the inlet of the target area water purification device is connected to the purified water outlet of the central water purification device, the method comprising:

[0006] Obtain the TDS in the purified water monitored by the water purification equipment in the target area; wherein, the purified water is the purified water output by the central water purification equipment;

[0007] If it is determined that the TDS in the purified water is greater than the preset standard TDS, then the central water purification equipment is controlled to enhance the purification effect so that the TDS in the purified water after enhanced purification output by the central water purification equipment is equal to the standard TDS.

[0008] According to another aspect of the present invention, a water treatment system is provided, the system comprising: a water treatment control device, a central water purification device, and a target area water purification device, wherein the water treatment control device is communicatively connected to the central water purification device and the target area water purification device respectively, and the inlet of the target area water purification device is connected to the purified water outlet of the central water purification device.

[0009] The target area water purification equipment monitors the total dissolved solids (TDS) in the purified water output by the central water purification equipment;

[0010] The water treatment control equipment is used to perform the water treatment method as described above;

[0011] The central water purification equipment enhances the purification effect under the control of the water treatment control equipment.

[0012] According to another aspect of the present invention, an electronic device is provided, the electronic device comprising:

[0013] At least one processor; and

[0014] A memory communicatively connected to the at least one processor; wherein,

[0015] The memory stores a computer program that can be executed by the at least one processor, which enables the at least one processor to perform the water treatment method according to any embodiment of the present invention.

[0016] According to another aspect of the present invention, a computer-readable storage medium is provided, the computer-readable storage medium storing computer instructions for causing a processor to execute and implement the water treatment method according to any embodiment of the present invention.

[0017] The technical solution of this invention includes: acquiring the total dissolved solids (TDS) in purified water monitored by a water purification device in a target area, wherein the purified water is the purified water output from a central water purification device; if it is determined that the TDS in the purified water is greater than a preset standard TDS, then controlling the central water purification device to enhance the purification effect, so that the TDS in the purified water output by the central water purification device after enhanced purification is equal to the standard TDS. Through the interaction between the water treatment control device and the water purification device in the target area, and the interaction between the water treatment control device and the central water purification device, on the one hand, linkage between water treatment devices can be realized; on the other hand, the TDS of the purified water output by the central water purification device can be monitored, and the purification effect of the central water purification device can be controlled according to the TDS of the purified water to meet the user's health needs. Therefore, the water treatment method provided in this embodiment can improve the user's water usage experience.

[0018] It should be understood that the description in this section is not intended to identify key or essential features of the embodiments of the present invention, nor is it intended to limit the scope of the invention. Other features of the invention will become readily apparent from the following description. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of a water treatment system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 2 A flowchart of a water treatment method according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a water treatment system according to another embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 4 A flowchart of a water treatment method according to another embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a water treatment device according to another embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an electronic device that implements the water treatment method of this invention. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present invention, the technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort should fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0027] It should be noted that the terms "first," "second," and "objective" in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this invention are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that embodiments of the invention described herein can be implemented in orders other than those illustrated or described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion; for example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that comprises a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units not explicitly listed or inherent to such processes, methods, products, or apparatus.

[0028] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a water treatment system according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1As shown, the water treatment system provided in this embodiment may include the following devices: a water treatment control device 21, a central water purification device 22, and a target area water purification device 23. The water treatment control device 21 is communicatively connected to both the central water purification device 22 and the target area water purification device 23. The inlet of the target area water purification device 23 is connected to the purified water outlet of the central water purification device 22.

[0029] In this embodiment, the water treatment control device 21 can be a server, or a computer device capable of managing water treatment equipment in a user's home or other target locations such as commercial establishments, or any water treatment equipment in the target location. The water treatment control device 21 in this embodiment can be located in the cloud, or it can be located locally in the user's home or other target locations such as commercial establishments. This embodiment is not limited to these limitations.

[0030] The central water purification device 22 in this embodiment can purify water sources connected to the target location. Here, the water source refers to tap water connected to a user's home or other commercial establishment, such as municipal water. The central water purification device 22 in this embodiment can adsorb residual chlorine, heavy metals (e.g., lead, mercury, arsenic, chromium), bacteria, impurities, rust, sediment, various organic matter, and chemicals contained in the tap water through its filter element. The filter element in the central water purification device 22 can be activated carbon, polyester fiber particles, polypropylene hollow fiber, ceramic, cellulose acetate, or aromatic polyamide.

[0031] In this embodiment, the target area water purification device 23 refers to a water purification device for a specific area within the target location. The inlet of the target area water purification device 23 is connected to the purified water outlet of the central water purification device 22 to further purify the purified water output from the central water purification device 22 within the target area, thereby meeting the user's water needs in the target area. For example, the target area water purification device 23 can be an under-sink water purification device. An under-sink water purification device can be installed inside a cabinet in the user's kitchen.

[0032] In this embodiment, the water treatment control device 21 is communicatively connected to both the central water purification device 22 and the target area water purification device 23. This means that the water treatment control device 21 has a communicative connection with both the central and target area water purification devices. The communication connection in this embodiment can be wired or wireless. When wireless, the connection between the water treatment control device 21 and the central water purification device 22, and between the water treatment control device 21 and the target area water purification device 23, can be achieved through at least one of the following: a local area network within the target location; a wireless communication network; Bluetooth technology; or ZigBee technology.

[0033] In order to improve the user's water experience, the water treatment system in this embodiment can monitor the state of water in the target location.

[0034] In one embodiment, the target area water purification device 23 monitors the total dissolved solids (TDS) in the purified water output by the central water purification device 22 and sends the monitored TDS in the purified water to the water treatment control device 21.

[0035] Water treatment control equipment 21 acquires the TDS in the purified water monitored by water purification equipment 23 in the target area. If water treatment control equipment 21 determines that the TDS in the purified water is greater than the preset standard TDS, it controls the central water purification equipment 22 to enhance the purification effect so that the TDS in the purified water after enhanced purification output by the central water purification equipment 22 is equal to the standard TDS.

[0036] The central water purification equipment 22 enhances the purification effect under the control of the water treatment control equipment 21.

[0037] The following describes in detail how the water treatment control device 21 performs water treatment.

[0038] Figure 2 This is a flowchart illustrating a water treatment method according to an embodiment of the present invention. This embodiment is applicable to situations where water from a target location needs to be treated. The method can be executed by a water treatment device, which can be implemented in hardware and / or software and can be configured in an electronic device, for example... Figure 1 In the water treatment control equipment shown. For example... Figure 2 As shown, the method includes the following steps:

[0039] Step 201: Obtain the TDS in the purified water monitored by the water purification equipment in the target area.

[0040] Purified water refers to the purified water output from the central water purification equipment.

[0041] like Figure 1 As shown in the diagram, the water treatment control device 21 in this embodiment is communicatively connected to both the central water purification device 22 and the target area water purification device 23. The inlet of the target area water purification device 23 is connected to the purified water outlet of the central water purification device 22.

[0042] In one implementation, the water treatment control device 21 can obtain the TDS in the purified water output by the central water purification device from the target area water purification device 23 at a preset frequency.

[0043] In another implementation, the target area water purification device 23 can report the TDS in the purified water output by the central water purification device 22 to the water treatment control device 21 at a preset frequency.

[0044] TDS is used to indicate the total dissolved solids in a unit volume of water, or the total amount of ions in a unit volume of water. For example, TDS can characterize the amount of calcium and magnesium ions, colloids, suspended particulate matter, proteins, viruses, bacteria, microorganisms, and even smaller heavy metal ions present in water.

[0045] The TDS in the purified water in this embodiment can be used to characterize the purification effect of the central water purification equipment 22.

[0046] Step 202: If it is determined that the TDS in the purified water is greater than the preset standard TDS, then control the central water purification equipment to enhance the purification effect so that the TDS in the purified water after enhanced purification output by the central water purification equipment is equal to the standard TDS.

[0047] The standard TDS in this embodiment is determined based on health standards and industry specifications. When the TDS in the purified water is the standard TDS, it indicates that when a user uses the purified water, it will not cause harm to the user's health, nor will it cause any disruption to normal daily water use. The standard TDS is pre-stored in the water treatment control device 21.

[0048] In step 202, if the water treatment control equipment determines that the TDS in the purified water is greater than the preset standard TDS, it indicates that the total dissolved solids in the purified water are too high, which may cause problems for users in the target location. Therefore, the water treatment control equipment controls the central water purification equipment to enhance the purification effect so that the TDS in the purified water output by the central water purification equipment after enhanced purification is equal to the standard TDS.

[0049] Optionally, the water treatment control device can control the central water purification equipment to enhance its purification effect by sending an enhanced purification instruction message to the central water purification equipment. In this embodiment, the enhanced purification effect of the central water purification equipment is controlled so that the TDS in the purified water output by the central water purification equipment after enhanced purification is equal to the standard TDS.

[0050] In one embodiment, the water treatment control device can determine enhanced purification parameters corresponding to the current degree of difference between the TDS in the purified water and the standard TDS, and based on a pre-stored mapping relationship between the degree of difference and enhanced purification parameters. These enhanced purification parameters are then sent to the central water purification equipment. The central water purification equipment can then perform enhanced purification based on these parameters, ensuring that the TDS in the purified water after enhanced purification equals the standard TDS. In this embodiment, the enhanced purification parameters indicate the operating parameters of the central water purification equipment during enhanced purification. For example, the enhanced purification parameters in this embodiment can be at least one of the following: the number of filter layers added to the central water purification equipment, purification time, etc.

[0051] In this embodiment, the target area water purification equipment monitors the TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) in the purified water output from the central water purification equipment. If the TDS in the purified water exceeds a preset standard TDS, the central water purification equipment is controlled to enhance the purification effect, so that the TDS in the enhanced purified water output by the central water purification equipment equals the standard TDS. Through the interaction between the water treatment control equipment and the target area water purification equipment, as well as the interaction between the water treatment control equipment and the central water purification equipment, on the one hand, linkage between water treatment equipment can be achieved, and on the other hand, the purification effect of the central water purification equipment can be controlled to meet the user's health needs.

[0052] Further, please continue to refer to Figure 1 The water treatment method provided in this embodiment further includes the following steps: if the water treatment control device 21 determines that the TDS in the purified water is less than the standard TDS, then the central water purification device 22 is controlled to reduce the purification effect so that the TDS in the purified water after the purification effect is reduced is equal to the standard TDS.

[0053] In one embodiment, the water treatment control device 21 can determine a purification reduction parameter corresponding to the current degree of difference between the TDS in the purified water and the standard TDS, and a pre-stored mapping relationship between the degree of difference and the purification reduction parameter. This purification reduction parameter is then sent to the central water purification device 22. The central water purification device 22 can reduce the purification effect according to the purification reduction parameter, so that the TDS in the purified water after the purification effect is reduced equals the standard TDS. In this embodiment, the purification reduction parameter is used to indicate the operating parameters of the central water purification device when reducing purification. For example, the purification reduction parameter in this embodiment can be at least one of the following: the number of filter layers reduced in the central water purification device, the purification time, etc.

[0054] This method allows the TDS in purified water to meet health standards, specifically, when it is below the standard TDS, by controlling the central water purification equipment to reduce its purification effect, thereby reducing the energy consumption of the central water purification equipment and achieving energy saving.

[0055] Further, please continue to refer to Figure 1 The water treatment method provided in this embodiment further includes the following steps: if the water treatment control device 21 determines that the TDS in the purified water is less than the standard TDS, then the target area water purification device 23 is controlled to reduce the wastewater ratio of the target area water purification device. The wastewater ratio of the target area water purification device is used to indicate the amount of wastewater generated per unit volume of purified water output by the target area water purification device.

[0056] In one embodiment, the water treatment control device 21 can determine the amount of wastewater ratio reduction corresponding to the current degree of difference between the TDS in the purified water and the standard TDS, and a pre-stored mapping relationship between the degree of difference and the amount of reduction in the wastewater ratio. This amount of wastewater ratio reduction corresponding to the current degree of difference is then sent to the target area water purification device 23. The target area water purification device 23 can reduce the wastewater ratio using this amount of reduction.

[0057] This method can ensure that the TDS in the purified water meets health standards, that is, when it is less than the standard TDS, the water purification equipment 23 in the target area can reduce the wastewater ratio of the water purification equipment in the target area, thereby saving water resources.

[0058] Optionally, to meet different scenarios, the implementation process of step 202 may include: if it is determined that the TDS in the purified water is greater than the preset standard TDS but less than the preset alarm TDS, then controlling the central water purification equipment to perform a first enhanced purification operation; if it is determined that the TDS in the purified water is greater than or equal to the alarm TDS, then alerting the user, and controlling the central water purification equipment to perform a second enhanced purification operation. The purification effect of the second enhanced purification operation is stronger than that of the first enhanced purification operation.

[0059] In this implementation, the alarm TDS refers to an unacceptable TDS that requires manual intervention. For example, the alarm TDS can be 100 mg / L.

[0060] Please continue to refer to Figure 1 If the water treatment control device 21 determines that the TDS in the purified water is greater than the preset standard TDS but less than the alarm TDS, it controls the central water purification equipment to perform the first enhanced purification operation.

[0061] If the water treatment control device 21 determines that the TDS in the purified water is greater than or equal to the alarm TDS, it will alert the user. Furthermore, it will control the central water purification equipment to perform a second enhanced purification operation.

[0062] Optionally, the water treatment control device 21 can remind the user by sending multimedia information. For example, it can remind the user by sending text information, image information, audio information, and video information.

[0063] The second enhanced purification operation has a stronger purification effect than the first enhanced purification operation. It can enable the central water purification equipment 22 to purify the water with a stronger effect when the TDS in the purified water is greater than or equal to the alarm TDS, so that the TDS of the purified water after the second enhanced purification operation can be quickly restored to the standard TDS, thereby improving the efficiency of water treatment and reducing safety and health risks.

[0064] Furthermore, please continue to refer to Figure 1 The water treatment control device 21 is also communicatively connected to the pre-filter 24. The outlet of the pre-filter 24 is connected to the inlet of the central water purification device 22. The technical principle of the communication connection between the pre-filter 24 and the water treatment control device 21 is similar to that of the communication connection between the central water purification device 22 and the water treatment control device 21, and will not be described in detail here.

[0065] Based on the implementation process of step 202 above, after controlling the central water purification equipment to perform the second enhanced purification operation, the water treatment method provided in this embodiment further includes:

[0066] After a preset time, the TDS in the purified water after the second enhanced purification operation monitored by the water purification equipment in the target area is obtained; if the TDS in the purified water after the second enhanced purification operation is greater than or equal to the alarm TDS, the pre-filter is controlled to be turned off.

[0067] Optionally, if the TDS in the purified water after the second enhanced purification operation is greater than or equal to the alarm TDS, the water treatment control device 21 can also notify the user of the water quality abnormality.

[0068] In this embodiment, the pre-filter 24 can filter large particles such as rust, silt, and insect eggs through a filter screen. If the water treatment control device 21 determines that the TDS in the purified water after the second enhanced purification operation is still greater than or equal to the alarm TDS, it controls the pre-filter to shut off to cut off the water source in the target location in order to avoid greater safety and health risks.

[0069] Furthermore, after shutting off the pre-filter, the water treatment control device 21 can shut it back on after a preset time interval, for example, 3 hours. It then determines the TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) in the purified water at this time. If the TDS in the purified water is still greater than or equal to the alarm TDS, the pre-filter is shut off again. The user can manually reopen the pre-filter after it has been shut off again.

[0070] It should be noted that the central water purification equipment in this embodiment can also monitor the TDS in the purified water.

[0071] The water treatment method provided in this embodiment includes: acquiring the total dissolved solids (TDS) in purified water monitored by water purification equipment in a target area, wherein the purified water is the purified water output from a central water purification equipment; if it is determined that the TDS in the purified water is greater than a preset standard TDS, then controlling the central water purification equipment to enhance the purification effect, so that the TDS in the purified water output by the central water purification equipment after enhanced purification is equal to the standard TDS. Through the interaction between the water treatment control equipment and the water purification equipment in the target area, and the interaction between the water treatment control equipment and the central water purification equipment, on the one hand, linkage between water treatment equipment can be realized; on the other hand, the TDS of the purified water output by the central water purification equipment can be monitored, and the purification effect of the central water purification equipment can be controlled according to the TDS of the purified water to meet the user's health needs. Therefore, the water treatment method provided in this embodiment can improve the user's water usage experience.

[0072] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a water treatment system according to another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 The illustrated embodiment Figure 2 Based on the illustrated embodiments and various optional implementations, a detailed description of other equipment included in the water treatment system will be provided. For example... Figure 3 As shown, the water treatment system provided in this embodiment also includes a central water softener 25. The water treatment control device 21 is also communicatively connected to the central water softener 25. The inlet of the central water softener 25 is connected to the purified water outlet of the central water purifier 22.

[0073] The central water softener 25 in this embodiment can soften the water purified by the central water purifier 22. The main function of the central water softener 25 is to remove calcium and magnesium ions from the water, and incidentally adsorb excess iron ions.

[0074] In this embodiment, the central water softening device 25 can monitor the hardness of the purified water output by the central water purification device 22 and send the hardness of the purified water to the water treatment control device 21. In this embodiment, the hardness of the water refers to the concentration of calcium and magnesium ions in the water.

[0075] The water treatment control device 21 acquires the hardness of the purified water monitored by the central water softening device 25; if it is determined that the hardness of the purified water is less than the preset hardness threshold, the central water softening device 25 is controlled to reduce the amount of adsorbent used during operation.

[0076] Under the control of the water treatment control equipment 21, the central water softening equipment 25 reduces the amount of adsorbent used during operation, thereby saving adsorbent and reducing costs.

[0077] It should be noted that the central water softening equipment 25 in this embodiment can also monitor the TDS in the purified water.

[0078] The following describes in detail how the water treatment control device 21 performs water treatment in this embodiment.

[0079] Figure 4 This is a flowchart illustrating a water treatment method according to another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4 As shown, the water treatment method provided in this embodiment further includes the following steps:

[0080] Step 401: Obtain the hardness of the purified water monitored by the central water softening equipment.

[0081] In one implementation, the water treatment control device 21 can obtain the hardness of the purified water output by the central water purification device from the central water softening device 25 at a preset frequency.

[0082] In another implementation, the central water softener 25 can report the hardness of the purified water output by the central water purifier to the water treatment control device 21 at a preset frequency.

[0083] Step 402: If it is determined that the hardness of the purified water is less than the preset hardness threshold, then control the central water softener to reduce the amount of adsorbent used during operation.

[0084] In this embodiment, the preset hardness threshold is a value used to characterize the boundary between soft and hard water. If the hardness of the purified water is less than the preset hardness threshold, it indicates that the purified water is relatively soft, and the concentration of calcium and magnesium ions in the purified water is low. To reduce costs, the water treatment control device 21 controls the central water softening equipment to reduce the amount of adsorbent used during operation.

[0085] In one embodiment, the water treatment control device can determine a reduced adsorbent dosage corresponding to the current degree of difference between the hardness of the purified water and a hardness threshold, as well as a pre-stored mapping relationship between the degree of difference and the adsorbent dosage. This reduced adsorbent dosage is then sent to a central water softening device. The central water softening device can then soften the purified water according to the reduced adsorbent dosage.

[0086] It should be noted that there is no timing relationship between steps 401 and steps 201 and 202.

[0087] Optionally, the water treatment method in this embodiment further includes the following steps:

[0088] Step 403: Obtain the inlet water pressure monitored by the pre-filter.

[0089] Step 404: If it is determined that the inlet water pressure is less than the preset first water pressure threshold, or greater than the preset second water pressure threshold, then the user is prompted that the inlet water pressure is abnormal.

[0090] The second water pressure threshold is greater than the first water pressure threshold.

[0091] Please continue to refer to Figure 3 The pre-filter 24 can monitor the incoming water pressure and send it to the water treatment control device 21. The water treatment control device 21 executes steps 403 and 404.

[0092] If the incoming water pressure is lower than a preset first water pressure threshold, it indicates that the incoming water pressure is too low. For example, the first water pressure threshold can be 0.15 MPa. If the incoming water pressure is higher than a preset second water pressure threshold, it indicates that the incoming water pressure is too high. For example, the second water pressure threshold can be 0.35 MPa. The water treatment method provided in this embodiment can alert the user to abnormal incoming water pressure when the water pressure is too low or too high.

[0093] Furthermore, to enhance safety, in step 404, if it is determined that the incoming water pressure is less than a preset first water pressure threshold and the duration exceeds a preset duration threshold, the pre-filter is shut off. For example, the preset duration threshold can be 10 seconds.

[0094] It should be noted that there is no timing relationship between step 403 and step 401.

[0095] Alternatively, please continue to refer to Figure 3The water treatment system provided in this embodiment also includes a water heater 26 and a water purifier 27. The water treatment control device 21 is also communicatively connected to both the water heater 26 and the water purifier 27. The inlet of the water heater 26 is connected to the outlet of the central water softening device 25, and the inlet of the water purifier 27 is connected to the purified water outlet of the central water purification device 22. Based on this water treatment system, the water treatment method in this embodiment further includes the following steps:

[0096] Step 405: Based on the pre-stored user water usage information, determine whether the current time belongs to the user's water usage time.

[0097] Among them, user water usage habit information is generated by water heaters and water purifiers after learning users' water usage habits. User water usage habit information is used to indicate the mapping relationship between water usage time, water treatment equipment, and the operating parameters of water treatment equipment.

[0098] User water usage information is generated by the water heater and water purifier after learning the user's water usage habits and sent to the water treatment control device 21. It can indicate the mapping relationship between water usage time, water treatment equipment, and the operating parameters of water treatment equipment.

[0099] It should be noted that there is no timing relationship between step 405 and steps 401 to 404.

[0100] Step 406: If it is determined that the current time belongs to the user's water usage time, then determine the target water treatment equipment and target operating parameters corresponding to the current time based on the user's habitual water usage information.

[0101] The target water treatment equipment is at least one of a water heater and a water purifier.

[0102] When the target water treatment equipment is a water heater, the target operating parameters can be the water heater's operating time, the target heating temperature, the heating water volume, etc.

[0103] When the target water treatment equipment is a water purifier, the target operating parameters can be the water heater's operating time, the target heating temperature, the water flow rate, etc.

[0104] Step 407: Control the target water treatment equipment to operate at the target operating parameters.

[0105] This implementation method can control the target water treatment equipment to operate at the target parameters according to the user's water usage habits, which can save energy while meeting the user's needs, adaptively meet the user's needs, and improve the user experience.

[0106] Alternatively, please continue to refer to Figure 3In this embodiment, the water heater 26 can monitor the electricity consumption information of the target location and send the electricity consumption information to the water treatment control device 21. The water treatment method in this embodiment also includes the following steps:

[0107] Step 408: Obtain the electricity consumption information monitored by the water heater.

[0108] Optionally, the water heater can monitor electricity consumption information using a current sensor, voltage sensor, or thermistor. In this embodiment, the electricity consumption information is used to indicate whether there are any leakage devices in the target location.

[0109] It should be noted that there is no timing relationship between step 408 and steps 401 to 407.

[0110] Step 409: If it is determined that there is a leakage in the power consumption information, then control the power consumption equipment to shut down one by one in order to identify the leakage equipment.

[0111] The water treatment control device 21 can control the electrical equipment to shut down one by one. In this embodiment, the electrical equipment refers to devices in the target location that require AC power during operation. In this embodiment, the electrical equipment includes water treatment equipment.

[0112] Step 410: Turn off the leakage current device.

[0113] Once the leakage device is identified, the water treatment control device 21 controls the leakage device to shut down in order to reduce the safety risk.

[0114] The water treatment method provided in this embodiment has several advantages. First, when the hardness of the purified water output by the central water purification equipment is less than a preset hardness threshold, the water treatment control equipment controls the central water softening equipment to reduce the amount of adsorbent used during operation, thereby saving costs. Second, by monitoring the inlet water pressure through a pre-filter, when the inlet water pressure is less than a preset first water pressure threshold or greater than a preset second water pressure threshold, the user is alerted to an abnormal inlet water pressure, thus reducing safety risks. Third, the method can control the target water treatment equipment to operate at target parameters based on the user's water usage habits, saving energy while meeting user needs and adaptively satisfying user demands, thereby improving the user experience. Fourth, by monitoring the electricity consumption information of the water heater, when a leakage is detected, the leaking device is identified, and after the leaking device is identified, the water treatment control equipment controls the leaking device to shut down, thereby reducing safety risks.

[0115] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a water treatment device according to another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 5 As shown, the water treatment device provided in this embodiment includes: an acquisition module 51 and a control module 52.

[0116] The acquisition module 51 is used to acquire the TDS in the purified water monitored by the water purification equipment in the target area.

[0117] Purified water refers to the purified water output from the central water purification equipment.

[0118] The control module 52 is used to control the central water purification equipment to enhance the purification effect if it is determined that the TDS in the purified water is greater than the preset standard TDS, so that the TDS in the purified water after enhanced purification output by the central water purification equipment is equal to the standard TDS.

[0119] In one embodiment, the control module 52 is further configured to: if it is determined that the TDS in the purified water is less than the standard TDS, control the central water purification equipment to reduce the purification effect so that the TDS in the purified water with reduced purification effect output by the central water purification equipment is equal to the standard TDS.

[0120] In one embodiment, the control module 52 is further configured to: if it is determined that the TDS in the purified water is less than the standard TDS, control the target area water purification equipment to reduce the wastewater ratio of the target area water purification equipment.

[0121] Among them, the wastewater ratio of the target area water purification equipment is used to indicate the amount of wastewater generated for each unit of purified water output by the target area water purification equipment.

[0122] In one embodiment, the acquisition module 51 is further configured to acquire the hardness of the purified water monitored by the central water softening equipment. The control module 52 is further configured to control the central water softening equipment to reduce the amount of adsorbent used during operation if it is determined that the hardness of the purified water is less than a preset hardness threshold.

[0123] In one embodiment, regarding the aspect of controlling the central water purification equipment to enhance the purification effect if it is determined that the TDS in the purified water is greater than a preset standard TDS, the acquisition module 51 is specifically configured to: if it is determined that the TDS in the purified water is greater than the preset standard TDS but less than a preset alarm TDS, control the central water purification equipment to perform a first enhanced purification operation; if it is determined that the TDS in the purified water is greater than or equal to the alarm TDS, alert the user, and control the central water purification equipment to perform a second enhanced purification operation. The purification effect of the second enhanced purification operation is stronger than that of the first enhanced purification operation.

[0124] In one embodiment, the acquisition module 51 is further configured to acquire the TDS in the purified water after the second enhanced purification operation monitored by the water purification equipment in the target area after a preset time period. The control module 52 is further configured to control the pre-filter to shut down if the TDS in the purified water after the second enhanced purification operation is greater than or equal to the alarm TDS.

[0125] In one embodiment, the acquisition module 51 is further configured to acquire the inlet water pressure monitored by the pre-filter. The device also includes a notification module, configured to notify the user of an abnormal inlet water pressure if it is determined that the inlet water pressure is less than a preset first water pressure threshold, or greater than a preset second water pressure threshold. The second water pressure threshold is greater than the first water pressure threshold.

[0126] In one embodiment, the device further includes a first determining module and a second determining module. The first determining module is used to determine whether the current time belongs to the user's water usage time based on pre-stored user habitual water usage information. The user habitual water usage information is generated by the water heater and water purifier after learning the user's water usage habits. This information is used to indicate the mapping relationship between water usage time, water treatment equipment, and the operating parameters of the water treatment equipment. The second determining module is used to determine the target water treatment equipment and target operating parameters corresponding to the current time, based on the user habitual water usage information, if it is determined that the current time belongs to the user's water usage time. The target water treatment equipment is at least one of a water heater and a water purifier. The control module 52 is further used to control the target water treatment equipment to operate with the target operating parameters.

[0127] In one embodiment, the acquisition module 51 is further configured to acquire electricity consumption information monitored by the water heater. The control module 52 is further configured to, if it is determined that the electricity consumption information indicates a leakage current, control the electrical devices to be turned off one by one to identify the leakage device and then turn it off.

[0128] The water treatment device provided in the embodiments of the present invention can execute the water treatment method provided in any embodiment of the present invention, and has the corresponding functional modules and beneficial effects for executing the method.

[0129] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of an electronic device implementing the water treatment method of an embodiment of the present invention. The electronic device is intended to represent various forms of digital computers, such as laptop computers, desktop computers, workbenches, personal digital assistants, servers, blade servers, smart storage devices with control modules, mainframe computers, and other suitable computers. The electronic device can also represent various forms of mobile devices, such as personal digital processors, cellular phones, smartphones, wearable devices (e.g., helmets, glasses, watches, etc.), and other similar computing devices. The components shown herein, their connections and relationships, and their functions are merely illustrative and are not intended to limit the implementation of the invention described and / or claimed herein.

[0130] like Figure 6As shown, the electronic device 10 includes at least one processor 11 and a memory, such as a read-only memory (ROM) 12 or a random access memory (RAM) 13, communicatively connected to the at least one processor 11. The memory stores computer programs executable by the at least one processor. The processor 11 can perform various appropriate actions and processes based on the computer program stored in the ROM 12 or loaded from storage unit 18 into the RAM 13. The RAM 13 may also store various programs and data required for the operation of the electronic device 10. The processor 11, ROM 12, and RAM 13 are interconnected via a bus 14. An input / output (I / O) interface 15 is also connected to the bus 14.

[0131] Multiple components in electronic device 10 are connected to I / O interface 15, including: input unit 16, such as keyboard, mouse, etc.; output unit 17, such as various types of displays, speakers, etc.; storage unit 18, such as disk, optical disk, etc.; and communication unit 19, such as network card, modem, wireless transceiver, etc. Communication unit 19 allows electronic device 10 to exchange information / data with other devices through computer networks such as the Internet and / or various telecommunications networks.

[0132] Processor 11 can be a variety of general-purpose and / or special-purpose processing components with processing and computing capabilities. Some examples of processor 11 include, but are not limited to, a central processing unit (CPU), a graphics processing unit (GPU), various special-purpose artificial intelligence (AI) computing chips, various processors running machine learning model algorithms, a digital signal processor (DSP), and any suitable processor, controller, microcontroller, etc. Processor 11 performs the various methods and processes described above, such as water treatment methods.

[0133] In some embodiments, the water treatment method may be implemented as a computer program tangibly contained in a computer-readable storage medium, such as storage unit 18. In some embodiments, part or all of the computer program may be loaded and / or installed on electronic device 10 via ROM 12 and / or communication unit 19. When the computer program is loaded into RAM 13 and executed by processor 11, one or more steps of the water treatment method described above may be performed. Alternatively, in other embodiments, processor 11 may be configured to perform the water treatment method by any other suitable means (e.g., by means of firmware).

[0134] Various embodiments of the systems and techniques described above herein can be implemented in digital electronic circuit systems, integrated circuit systems, field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs), application-specific standard products (ASSPs), systems-on-a-chip (SoCs), payload-programmable logic devices (CPLDs), computer hardware, firmware, software, and / or combinations thereof. These various embodiments may include implementations in one or more computer programs that can be executed and / or interpreted on a programmable system including at least one programmable processor, which may be a dedicated or general-purpose programmable processor, capable of receiving data and instructions from a storage system, at least one input device, and at least one output device, and transmitting data and instructions to the storage system, the at least one input device, and the at least one output device.

[0135] Computer programs used to implement the methods of the present invention may be written in any combination of one or more programming languages. These computer programs may be provided to a processor of a general-purpose computer, a special-purpose computer, or other programmable data processing device, such that when executed by the processor, the computer programs cause the functions / operations specified in the flowcharts and / or block diagrams to be performed. The computer programs may be executed entirely on a machine, partially on a machine, or as a standalone software package, partially on a machine and partially on a remote machine, or entirely on a remote machine or server.

[0136] In the context of this invention, a computer-readable storage medium can be a tangible medium that may contain or store a computer program for use by or in conjunction with an instruction execution system, apparatus, or device. A computer-readable storage medium may include, but is not limited to, electronic, magnetic, optical, electromagnetic, infrared, or semiconductor systems, apparatus, or devices, or any suitable combination thereof. Alternatively, a computer-readable storage medium may be a machine-readable signal medium. More specific examples of machine-readable storage media include electrical connections based on one or more wires, portable computer disks, hard disks, random access memory (RAM), read-only memory (ROM), erasable programmable read-only memory (EPROM or flash memory), optical fibers, portable compact disk read-only memory (CD-ROM), optical storage devices, magnetic storage devices, or any suitable combination thereof.

[0137] To provide interaction with a user, the systems and techniques described herein can be implemented on an electronic device having: a display device (e.g., a CRT (cathode ray tube) or LCD (liquid crystal display) monitor) for displaying information to the user; and a keyboard and pointing device (e.g., a mouse or trackball) through which the user provides input to the electronic device. Other types of devices can also be used to provide interaction with the user; for example, feedback provided to the user can be any form of sensory feedback (e.g., visual feedback, auditory feedback, or tactile feedback); and input from the user can be received in any form (including sound input, voice input, or tactile input).

[0138] The systems and technologies described herein can be implemented in computing systems that include backend components (e.g., as data servers), middleware components (e.g., application servers), or frontend components (e.g., user computers with graphical user interfaces or web browsers through which users can interact with implementations of the systems and technologies described herein), or any combination of such backend, middleware, or frontend components. The components of the system can be interconnected via digital data communication of any form or medium (e.g., communication networks). Examples of communication networks include local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), blockchain networks, and the Internet.

[0139] A computing system can include clients and servers. Clients and servers are generally located far apart and typically interact through communication networks. The client-server relationship is created by computer programs running on the respective computers and having a client-server relationship with each other. The server can be a cloud server, also known as a cloud computing server or cloud host, which is a hosting product within the cloud computing service system to address the shortcomings of traditional physical hosts and VPS services, such as high management difficulty and weak business scalability.

[0140] It should be understood that the various forms of processes shown above can be used, with steps reordered, added, or deleted. For example, the steps described in this invention can be executed in parallel, sequentially, or in different orders, as long as the desired result of the technical solution of this invention can be achieved, and no limitation is imposed herein.

[0141] The specific embodiments described above do not constitute a limitation on the scope of protection of this invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that various modifications, combinations, sub-combinations, and substitutions can be made according to design requirements and other factors. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this invention should be included within the scope of protection of this invention.

Claims

1. A water treatment method, characterized in that, The method is applied in a water treatment control device, which is communicatively connected to a central water purification device and a target area water purification device, respectively. The inlet of the target area water purification device is connected to the purified water outlet of the central water purification device. The method includes: Obtain the total dissolved solids (TDS) in the purified water monitored by the water purification equipment in the target area; wherein, the purified water is the purified water output from the central water purification equipment; If it is determined that the TDS in the purified water is greater than a preset standard TDS, then the central water purification equipment is controlled to enhance the purification effect so that the TDS in the purified water after enhanced purification output by the central water purification equipment is equal to the standard TDS. This includes: if it is determined that the TDS in the purified water is greater than the preset standard TDS but less than a preset alarm TDS, then the central water purification equipment is controlled to perform a first enhanced purification operation; if it is determined that the TDS in the purified water is greater than or equal to the alarm TDS, then the user is alerted, and the central water purification equipment is controlled to perform a second enhanced purification operation; wherein the purification effect of the second enhanced purification operation is stronger than the purification effect of the first enhanced purification operation. If it is determined that the TDS in the purified water is less than the standard TDS, then the central water purification equipment is controlled to reduce the purification effect so that the TDS in the purified water after the purification effect is reduced is equal to the standard TDS. If it is determined that the TDS in the purified water is less than the standard TDS, then the target area water purification equipment is controlled to reduce the wastewater ratio of the target area water purification equipment. This includes: determining the amount of wastewater ratio reduction corresponding to the current degree of difference between the TDS in the purified water and the standard TDS, and a pre-stored mapping relationship between the degree of difference and the amount of wastewater ratio reduction, and sending the amount of wastewater ratio reduction corresponding to the current degree of difference to the target area water purification equipment, so that the target area water purification equipment reduces the wastewater ratio according to the amount of wastewater ratio reduction corresponding to the current degree of difference; wherein, the wastewater ratio of the target area water purification equipment is used to indicate the amount of wastewater generated by the target area water purification equipment for each unit of purified water output. The water treatment control device is also communicatively connected to a pre-filter, and the outlet of the pre-filter is connected to the inlet of the central water purification device; after controlling the central water purification device to perform a second enhanced purification operation, the method further includes: after a preset time, acquiring the TDS in the purified water after the second enhanced purification operation monitored by the water purification device in the target area; if the TDS in the purified water after the second enhanced purification operation is greater than or equal to the alarm TDS, then controlling the pre-filter to shut down; The method further includes: acquiring the inlet water pressure monitored by the pre-filter; if it is determined that the inlet water pressure is less than a preset first water pressure threshold, or greater than a preset second water pressure threshold, then prompting the user that the inlet water pressure is abnormal; wherein, the second water pressure threshold is greater than the first water pressure threshold; The water treatment control device is also connected to a water heater, and the inlet of the water heater is connected to the outlet of a central water softening device. The method further includes: acquiring the power consumption information monitored by the water heater; if it is determined that the power consumption information indicates a leakage, controlling the power devices to shut down one by one to identify the leakage device; and shutting down the leakage device.

2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water treatment control device is also communicatively connected to a central water softening device, the inlet of which is connected to the purified water outlet of a central water purification device, and the method further includes: The hardness of the purified water monitored by the central water softening equipment is obtained; If it is determined that the hardness of the purified water is less than a preset hardness threshold, then the central water softening equipment is controlled to reduce the amount of adsorbent used during operation.

3. The method according to claim 2, characterized in that, The water treatment control device is also connected in communication with the water purifier, and the water inlet of the water purifier is connected to the purified water outlet of the central water purification device. The method further includes: Based on pre-stored user water usage habits, it is determined whether the current time belongs to the user's water usage time; wherein, the user water usage habits information is information generated by the water heater and the water purifier after learning the user's water usage habits, and the user water usage habits information is used to indicate the mapping relationship between water usage time, water treatment equipment, and the operating parameters of water treatment equipment; If it is determined that the current time belongs to the user's water usage time, then based on the user's habitual water usage information, the target water treatment equipment and target operating parameters corresponding to the current time are determined; wherein, the target water treatment equipment is at least one of the water heater and the water purifier; Control the target water treatment equipment to operate at the target operating parameters.

4. A water treatment system, characterized in that, include: The system includes a water treatment control device, a central water purification device, and a target area water purification device. The water treatment control device is communicatively connected to both the central water purification device and the target area water purification device. The inlet of the target area water purification device is connected to the purified water outlet of the central water purification device. The target area water purification equipment monitors the total dissolved solids (TDS) in the purified water output by the central water purification equipment; The water treatment control device is used to perform the water treatment method as described in any one of claims 1 to 3; The central water purification equipment enhances the purification effect under the control of the water treatment control equipment.

5. An electronic device, characterized in that, The electronic device includes: At least one processor; and A memory communicatively connected to the at least one processor; wherein, The memory stores a computer program that can be executed by the at least one processor to enable the at least one processor to perform the water treatment method according to any one of claims 1 to 3.

6. A computer-readable storage medium, characterized in that, The computer-readable storage medium stores computer instructions that are used to cause a processor to execute the water treatment method according to any one of claims 1 to 3.

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