Clothing processing equipment, control devices, and drying methods with drying functions

Abstract

This application discloses a clothing processing device, control unit, and drying method with drying function, belonging to the technical field of clothing processing equipment. The clothing processing device includes: a clothing processing drum; a main air duct of an air duct assembly connecting a first air inlet and a first air outlet, and an auxiliary air duct of the air duct assembly connecting a second air inlet and a second air outlet; a main fan of a main drying module located in the main air duct, and a main dehumidification component for heating and dehumidifying the airflow within the main air duct; an auxiliary fan of an auxiliary drying module located in an auxiliary air duct, and an auxiliary dehumidification component for heating and dehumidifying the airflow within the auxiliary air duct; a temperature detection module including a first temperature sensor for detecting the inlet air temperature of the clothing processing drum and a second temperature sensor for detecting the outlet air temperature of the clothing processing drum; and a control unit configured to collaboratively control the operating status of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module based on the inlet and outlet air temperatures during the clothing drying process. This embodiment can reduce energy consumption while ensuring drying effect.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of clothing processing equipment technology, and more specifically, to a clothing processing device, control device, and drying method with drying function. Background Technology

[0002] Traditional drying processes often employ a single drying module for the entire drying process. While this method can meet basic drying requirements, it has limitations in energy efficiency, drying speed, and quality control. This not only leads to energy waste but can also negatively impact drying performance. Furthermore, traditional drying systems typically lack intelligent temperature control strategies, failing to dynamically adjust the drying module's operating status based on actual conditions during the drying process. Consequently, they cannot fully utilize the module's waste heat and dehumidification capabilities, resulting in energy waste and reduced drying efficiency. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This application provides a clothing processing device, control unit, and drying method with a drying function, so as to at least solve the technical problems of limited dehumidification capacity, large energy loss, and low energy utilization when using a single drying module in related technologies.

[0004] According to a first aspect of the embodiments of this application, a garment processing device with a drying function is provided, the garment processing device comprising:

[0005] A garment processing drum, wherein the garment processing drum is provided with a first air inlet, a second air inlet, a first air outlet and a second air outlet;

[0006] The air duct assembly includes a main air duct and an auxiliary air duct, wherein the main air duct connects the first air inlet to the first air outlet, and the auxiliary air duct connects the second air inlet to the second air outlet;

[0007] The main drying module includes a main fan and a main dehumidification component. The main fan is located in the main air duct and is used to drive the airflow to circulate in the circulating air path formed between the clothes processing drum and the main air duct. The main dehumidification component is used to heat and dehumidify the airflow in the main air duct.

[0008] An auxiliary drying module includes an auxiliary fan and an auxiliary dehumidification component. The auxiliary fan is located in the auxiliary air duct and is used to drive airflow through the circulating air path formed between the clothes processing drum and the auxiliary air duct. The auxiliary dehumidification component is used to heat and dehumidify the airflow in the auxiliary air duct.

[0009] The temperature detection module includes a first temperature sensor and a second temperature sensor. The first temperature sensor is used to detect the inlet air temperature of the clothing processing drum, and the second temperature sensor is used to detect the outlet air temperature of the clothing processing drum.

[0010] A control device is configured to, in the clothes drying process, collaboratively control the operating status of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module based on the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature.

[0011] By adding an auxiliary drying module and coordinating the control of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module according to the inlet and outlet air temperatures of the garment processing drum during the drying process, energy consumption can be reduced while ensuring the drying effect, thus achieving a more efficient, energy-saving, and precise drying process.

[0012] In conjunction with the first aspect, in an optional implementation of the embodiments of this application, the first temperature sensor is disposed at the first air inlet to detect the first air inlet temperature, and the second temperature sensor is disposed at the first air outlet to detect the first air outlet temperature.

[0013] The control device is configured to control the operating status of the auxiliary drying module based on the first inlet air temperature and the first outlet air temperature.

[0014] In conjunction with the first aspect, in an optional implementation of the embodiments of this application, the first temperature sensing bulb is disposed at the second air inlet to detect the second air inlet temperature, and the second temperature sensing bulb is disposed at the second air outlet to detect the second air outlet temperature.

[0015] The control device is configured to control the operating status of the main drying module based on the second inlet air temperature and the second outlet air temperature.

[0016] In conjunction with the first aspect, in an optional implementation of the embodiments of this application, the main dehumidification component includes a first compressor, a first evaporator, a first throttling device, and a first condenser. The first compressor, the first evaporator, the first throttling device, and the first condenser are sequentially connected to form a refrigerant circulation loop, wherein: the first evaporator and the first condenser are located in the main air duct, and in the airflow direction, the first condenser is located downstream of the first evaporator;

[0017] And / or, the auxiliary dehumidification assembly includes a second compressor, a second evaporator, a second throttling device, and a second condenser, wherein the second compressor, the second evaporator, the second throttling device, and the second condenser are sequentially connected to form a refrigerant circulation loop, wherein: the second evaporator and the second condenser are located in the auxiliary air duct, and in the airflow direction, the second condenser is located downstream of the second evaporator.

[0018] According to a second aspect of the present application, a drying method for a garment processing device is provided, the drying method being applied to the garment processing device with a drying function as described in any one of claims 1-4, the drying method comprising:

[0019] In the clothes drying process, the inlet and outlet air temperatures of the clothes processing drum are obtained;

[0020] The operating status of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module is controlled in coordination based on the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature.

[0021] In conjunction with the second aspect, in an optional implementation of this application embodiment, the step of collaboratively controlling the operating state of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module based on the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature includes:

[0022] When the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature meet the entry conditions for the dehumidification stage, both the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module are controlled to be in the start-up state.

[0023] When the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature meet the entry conditions for the drying stage, one of the main drying modules is shut down while the other remains running.

[0024] In conjunction with the second aspect, in an optional implementation of this application embodiment, when the inlet air temperature is a first inlet air temperature at the first air inlet and the outlet air temperature is a first outlet air temperature at the first air outlet, the step of coordinating the operation of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module based on the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature includes:

[0025] Control the start of the main drying module;

[0026] The operating status of the auxiliary drying module is controlled based on the first air inlet temperature and the first air inlet temperature.

[0027] In conjunction with the second aspect, in an optional implementation of this application embodiment, controlling the operating state of the auxiliary drying module based on the first inlet air temperature includes:

[0028] When the first inlet air temperature reaches the first temperature and the first outlet air temperature reaches the second temperature, the auxiliary drying module is controlled to start.

[0029] When the temperature difference between the first inlet air temperature and the first outlet air temperature reaches the first temperature difference, the auxiliary drying module is controlled to shut down.

[0030] In conjunction with the second aspect, in an optional implementation of this application embodiment, when the inlet air temperature is the second inlet air temperature at the second air inlet and the outlet air temperature is the second outlet air temperature at the second outlet, the step of coordinating the operation of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module based on the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature includes:

[0031] Both the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module are activated.

[0032] The operating status of the main drying module is controlled based on the second inlet air temperature and the second outlet air temperature.

[0033] In conjunction with the second aspect, in an optional implementation of this application embodiment, controlling the operating state of the main fan and the main dehumidification component based on the second inlet air temperature and the second outlet air temperature includes:

[0034] When the temperature difference between the second inlet air temperature and the second outlet air temperature reaches the second temperature difference, the main drying module is controlled to shut down.

[0035] According to a third aspect of the present application, a control device is provided, which includes a memory and a processor. The memory stores a drying method for a clothing processing device, and the processor is used to employ the drying method for a clothing processing device proposed in the second aspect of the present application when executing the drying method for the clothing processing device. Attached Figure Description

[0036] The above and other objects, features, and advantages of this disclosure will become more apparent from the detailed description of exemplary embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings. The drawings described below are merely some embodiments of this disclosure, and those skilled in the art will be able to obtain other drawings based on these drawings without any inventive effort.

[0037] Figure 1 This is one of the schematic diagrams of the clothing processing equipment provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0038] Figure 2 This is a second schematic diagram of the clothing processing device provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0039] Figure 3 This is the third schematic diagram of the clothing processing device provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0040] Figure 4 This is one of the drying process diagrams of the clothing processing equipment provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0041] Figure 5 This is the second drying process flow diagram of the clothing processing equipment provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0042] Figure 6 This is the third of the drying process flow diagrams for the clothing processing equipment provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0043] Figure 7 This is one of the drying process diagrams of a garment processing device, which is a specific example of this application.

[0044] Figure 8 This is the second of the drying process diagrams for a garment processing device, which is a specific example of this application.

[0045] Figure 9 This is a structural block diagram of the control device provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0046] The attached figures are labeled as follows:

[0047] 1. Clothing handling drum; 21. Main fan; 22. Auxiliary fan; 31. Main air duct; 32. Auxiliary air duct; 41. First evaporator; 42. Second evaporator; 51. First condenser; 52. Second condenser; 81. First temperature sensor; 82. Second temperature sensor; 100. Processor; 200. Communication bus; 300. User interface; 400. External communication interface; 500. Memory. Detailed Implementation

[0048] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort should fall within the scope of protection of the present application.

[0049] It should be understood that "multiple" as mentioned herein refers to two or more. In the description of the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise stated, " / " means "or," for example, A / B can mean A or B; "and / or" in this document is merely a description of the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A existing alone, A and B existing simultaneously, and B existing alone. In addition, to facilitate a clear description of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used in the embodiments of this application to distinguish identical or similar items with substantially the same function and effect. Those skilled in the art will understand that the terms "first," "second," etc., do not limit the quantity or execution order, and the terms "first," "second," etc., do not necessarily imply that they are different.

[0050] Furthermore, the terms “comprising” and “having”, and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that includes a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units that are explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units that are not explicitly listed or that are inherent to such process, method, product, or apparatus.

[0051] Traditional drying systems, which rely on a single drying module, have limitations in terms of energy efficiency, drying speed, and drying quality control. Especially when handling large quantities or high-humidity clothing, the dehumidification capacity and airflow of a single drying module are often insufficient to complete the drying task quickly and effectively, potentially leading to increased energy consumption and unstable drying results. Furthermore, traditional drying systems typically lack intelligent temperature control strategies, failing to dynamically adjust the operating status of the drying module based on actual conditions during the drying process. This prevents the full utilization of the module's waste heat and dehumidification capabilities, resulting in energy waste and reduced drying efficiency.

[0052] To address the above technical problems, this embodiment proposes a clothing processing device and drying method with a drying function, wherein the clothing processing device includes:

[0053] The garment processing drum is equipped with a first air inlet, a second air inlet, a first air outlet, and a second air outlet.

[0054] The air duct assembly includes a main air duct and an auxiliary air duct. The main air duct connects the first air inlet to the first air outlet, and the auxiliary air duct connects the second air inlet to the second air outlet.

[0055] The main drying module includes a main fan and a main dehumidification component. The main fan is located in the main air duct and is used to drive the airflow to circulate in the circulating air path formed between the clothes processing drum and the main air duct. The main dehumidification component is used to heat and dehumidify the airflow in the main air duct.

[0056] An auxiliary drying module includes an auxiliary fan and an auxiliary dehumidification component. The auxiliary fan is located in the auxiliary air duct and is used to drive airflow through the circulating air path formed between the clothes processing drum and the auxiliary air duct. The auxiliary dehumidification component is used to heat and dehumidify the airflow in the auxiliary air duct.

[0057] The temperature detection module includes a first temperature sensor and a second temperature sensor. The first temperature sensor is used to detect the inlet air temperature of the garment processing drum, and the second temperature sensor is used to detect the outlet air temperature of the garment processing drum.

[0058] The control device is configured to coordinately control the operating status of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module based on the inlet and outlet air temperatures during the clothes drying process. By adding an auxiliary drying module and coordinating the control of the main and auxiliary drying modules according to the inlet and outlet air temperatures of the clothes handling drum during the drying process, energy consumption can be reduced while ensuring drying effectiveness, achieving a more efficient, energy-saving, and precise drying process.

[0059] The technical solution of this embodiment will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the absence of conflict, the following embodiments and examples can be combined with each other.

[0060] Example 1

[0061] like Figure 1 - Figure 3 As shown, this embodiment proposes a clothing processing device with a drying function. This clothing processing device can have only a drying function, or it can have both drying and washing functions simultaneously. The clothing processing device includes a housing, a clothing processing drum 1, an air duct assembly, a main drying module, an auxiliary drying module, a temperature detection module, and a control device. Wherein:

[0062] A cavity is formed within the housing, and a clothes processing cylinder 1 is housed within the cavity. The clothes processing cylinder 1 has a first air inlet, a second air inlet, a first air outlet, and a second air outlet. The positions of the first air inlet, the second air inlet, the first air outlet, and the second air outlet are not specifically defined. In one example, a door seal is provided at the opening of the clothes processing cylinder 1, and both the first and second air inlets are located at the door seal. The first and second air outlets are located at the bottom of the clothes processing cylinder 1, thus forming a relatively long airflow path between the first air inlet and the first air outlet, and between the second air inlet and the second air outlet, allowing the airflow to penetrate the clothes and ensuring a uniform drying effect. In other possible implementations, the first and second air inlets are located at different positions along the axial direction of the clothes processing cylinder 1 to deliver airflow to different locations within the clothes processing cylinder 1, which also improves the drying effect of the clothes.

[0063] The air duct assembly is disposed in the space between the housing and the garment processing cylinder 1, preferably above the garment processing cylinder 1. The air duct assembly includes a main air duct 31 and an auxiliary air duct 32. The main air duct 31 connects the first air inlet and the first air outlet, and the auxiliary air duct 32 connects the second air inlet and the second air outlet. A circulating air path is formed between the garment processing cylinder 1 and the main air duct 31, and between the garment processing cylinder 1 and the auxiliary air duct 32.

[0064] The main drying module includes a main fan 21 and a main dehumidification component. The main fan 21 is located in the main air duct 31 and is used to drive airflow through the circulating air path formed between the clothes handling drum 1 and the main air duct 31. The main dehumidification component is used to heat and dehumidify the airflow in the main air duct 31. The auxiliary drying module includes an auxiliary fan 22 and an auxiliary dehumidification component. The auxiliary fan 22 is located in the auxiliary air duct 32 and is used to drive airflow through the circulating air path formed between the clothes handling drum 1 and the auxiliary air duct 32. The auxiliary dehumidification component is used to heat and dehumidify the airflow in the auxiliary air duct 32.

[0065] This embodiment does not explicitly limit the heating and dehumidification methods of the main dehumidification component and the auxiliary dehumidification component. The main dehumidification component and / or the auxiliary dehumidification component can use an electric heating device combined with a condenser pipe to heat and dehumidify the airflow, or the main dehumidification component and / or the auxiliary dehumidification component can use a heat pump heating method to heat and dehumidify the airflow. The heating and dehumidification methods of the main dehumidification component and the auxiliary dehumidification component can be the same or different, and can be flexibly determined based on a comprehensive consideration of heating and dehumidification efficiency, heating and dehumidification energy consumption, and production costs.

[0066] In one example, such as Figure 1 - Figure 3 As shown, the main dehumidification assembly includes a first compressor, a first evaporator 41, a first throttling device, and a first condenser 51. The first compressor (not shown), the first evaporator 41, the first throttling device, and the first condenser 51 are sequentially connected to form a refrigerant circulation loop. The first evaporator 41 and the first condenser 51 are located within the main air duct 31, and in the airflow direction, the first condenser 51 is located downstream of the first evaporator 41. Under the action of the main fan 21, the hot and humid airflow entering the main air duct 31 from the first air outlet is blown towards the first evaporator 41. After absorbing heat, the first evaporator 41 forms dry and cold air. This dry and cold air flows through the first condenser 51 and is heated to form a high-temperature airflow. The high-temperature airflow finally enters the clothes drying drum 1 through the first air inlet to dry the clothes in the clothes drying drum 1.

[0067] And / or, the auxiliary dehumidification assembly includes a second compressor (not shown in the figure), a second evaporator 42, a second throttling device, and a second condenser 52. The second compressor, the second evaporator 42, the second throttling device, and the second condenser 52 are sequentially connected to form a refrigerant circulation loop. The second evaporator 42 and the second condenser 52 are located within the auxiliary air duct 32, and in the airflow direction, the second condenser 52 is located downstream of the second evaporator 42. Under the action of the auxiliary fan 22, the hot and humid airflow entering the main air duct 31 from the second air outlet is blown towards the second evaporator 42. After absorbing heat in the second evaporator 42, it forms dry and cold air. The dry and cold air flows through the second condenser 52 and is heated to form a high-temperature airflow. The high-temperature airflow finally enters the clothes drying drum 1 through the second air inlet to dry the clothes in the clothes drying drum 1.

[0068] In this embodiment, the main dehumidification component and / or auxiliary dehumidification component adopt a heat pump drying method, which can achieve high drying efficiency and good drying effect.

[0069] The temperature detection module includes a first temperature sensor 81 and a second temperature sensor 82. The first temperature sensor 81 is used to detect the inlet air temperature of the garment processing drum 1, and the second temperature sensor 82 is used to detect the outlet air temperature of the garment processing drum 1. The location and number of the first temperature sensors 81 are not specifically limited, such as... Figure 1 - Figure 3 As shown, the first temperature sensor 81 can be installed only at the first air inlet or the second air inlet, or it can be installed at both the first and second air inlets. Similarly, the location and number of the second temperature sensor 82 are not specifically limited, such as... Figure 1 - Figure 3 As shown, the second temperature sensor 82 can be installed at either the first air outlet or the second air outlet, or the second temperature sensor 82 can be installed at both the first air outlet and the second air outlet.

[0070] The control device is configured to coordinate the operation of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module based on the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature during the clothes drying process.

[0071] This embodiment uses a first temperature sensor 81 and a second temperature sensor 82 to monitor the inlet and outlet air temperatures of the garment processing drum 1 in real time. This allows the control device to promptly acquire information about temperature changes within the drum 1 and intelligently adjust the operating status of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module accordingly. This highly automated control strategy ensures that the macroscopic environment is always in an optimal state, effectively avoiding problems such as uneven drying and reduced drying effect caused by temperature fluctuations or improper humidity. Furthermore, the addition of the auxiliary drying module not only enhances the system's dehumidification capacity but also provides additional airflow support, accelerating the evaporation and removal of moisture from inside the garments and significantly shortening the drying time.

[0072] Preferably, in this embodiment, both the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module adopt heat pump drying, and each module is equipped with an independent compressor and temperature sensor to achieve flexible configuration and independent control of the system. At the same time, it can be customized according to different drying needs, and the working status of the main and auxiliary drying modules can be dynamically adjusted according to the inlet air temperature and outlet air temperature.

[0073] In one possible implementation, a first temperature sensor 81 is disposed at the first air inlet to detect the first air inlet temperature, and a second temperature sensor 82 is disposed at the first air outlet to detect the first air outlet temperature; the control device is configured to control the operating status of the auxiliary drying module based on the first air inlet temperature and the first air outlet temperature.

[0074] This embodiment introduces an auxiliary drying module and, through real-time monitoring of the first and second inlet air temperatures, intelligently regulates the module's operation based on temperature changes within the garment processing drum 1. For example, during the dehumidification phase, both the main and auxiliary drying modules operate simultaneously, accelerating the evaporation and removal of moisture from the garments, improving dehumidification efficiency, and significantly shortening drying time. During the final drying phase, by shutting down the auxiliary drying module, the system can finely adjust the dehumidification rate and airflow, preventing over-drying and energy waste caused by excessive dehumidification. This ensures the materials remain in optimal condition during drying, thereby improving the overall quality and stability of the product.

[0075] For example, when the first inlet air temperature reaches a first temperature and the first outlet air temperature reaches a second temperature, it indicates that the drying process has reached the dehumidification stage. While the main drying module is running, the auxiliary drying module is also activated. When the temperature difference between the first inlet air temperature and the first outlet air temperature reaches a first temperature difference, it indicates that the drying stage has been reached. While maintaining the main drying module's operation, the auxiliary drying module is shut down to prevent the clothes from becoming over-dry and to reduce energy consumption.

[0076] In one possible implementation, a first temperature sensor 81 is disposed at the second air inlet to detect the second air inlet temperature, and a second temperature sensor 82 is disposed at the second air outlet to detect the second air outlet temperature; the control device is configured to control the operating status of the main drying module based on the second air inlet temperature and the second air outlet temperature.

[0077] This embodiment introduces an auxiliary drying module and adjusts the main drying module's operating status according to different stages of the drying process by real-time monitoring of the second air inlet temperature, thereby achieving more refined energy consumption management. For example, during the heating and dehumidification stages, the main and auxiliary drying modules operate simultaneously to quickly meet dehumidification requirements. During the drying determination stage, by controlling the main drying module to shut down and independently activating the auxiliary drying module, energy consumption can be significantly reduced, energy loss minimized, and energy utilization efficiency improved while ensuring drying effectiveness.

[0078] For example, when the garment processing equipment enters the drying program, the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module are started simultaneously to improve the heating and dehumidification efficiency. When the temperature difference between the second inlet air temperature and the second outlet air temperature reaches the second temperature difference, it indicates that the drying stage has been reached. While maintaining the auxiliary drying module in the starting state, the main drying module is controlled to shut down to avoid over-drying the clothes and reduce energy consumption.

[0079] It should be noted that when the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module are started simultaneously, the fan speed of the main drying module can be the same as or different from that of the auxiliary drying module. Preferably, the fan speed of the auxiliary drying module is higher than that of the main drying module, which accelerates dehumidification while reducing the load on the main drying module. When both the main and auxiliary drying modules use heat pump drying, the compressor frequency of the main drying module can be the same as or different from that of the auxiliary drying module. Preferably, the compressor frequency of the auxiliary drying module is higher than that of the main drying module, which again accelerates dehumidification while further reducing the load on the main drying module.

[0080] Example 2

[0081] like Figure 4 The flowchart shown illustrates a drying method for a garment processing device in this embodiment. The drying method utilizes the garment processing device with drying function described in Embodiment 1, and includes the following steps:

[0082] S41. In the clothes drying program, obtain the inlet air temperature and outlet air temperature of the clothes processing drum 1.

[0083] S42. The operating status of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module is controlled in coordination based on the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature.

[0084] In this embodiment, the inlet air temperature can be either the first inlet air temperature at the first air inlet or the second inlet air temperature at the second air inlet. Similarly, the outlet air temperature can be either the first outlet air temperature at the first outlet air temperature or the second outlet air temperature at the second outlet air temperature. Once the inlet and outlet air temperatures are determined, the drying stage of the clothing drying program can be determined, allowing for coordinated control of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module. This improves drying efficiency and effect while reducing drying energy consumption.

[0085] In one optional implementation, the operating status of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module is controlled in a coordinated manner based on the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature, including: when the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature meet the entry conditions for the dehumidification stage, both the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module are controlled to be in the start state; when the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature meet the entry conditions for the drying stage, one of the main drying modules is controlled to be turned off while the other remains in the start state.

[0086] In this embodiment, during the dehumidification stage, both the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module are kept running to accelerate the drying process and improve dehumidification efficiency and drying effect. During the drying determination stage, since the requirements for internal circulation dehumidification are reduced, to avoid the impact of simultaneous operation of the main and auxiliary drying modules on the drying temperature fluctuations, one of the main and auxiliary drying modules is shut down while the other remains running. This improves the accuracy of the drying determination, reduces energy consumption, and enhances energy utilization efficiency.

[0087] In one alternative implementation, such as Figure 5 The flowchart shown illustrates the following steps for controlling the operation of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module in coordination, based on the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature, when the inlet air temperature is the first inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature is the first outlet air temperature:

[0088] S51, Control the main drying module to start;

[0089] S52. Control the operating status of the auxiliary drying module based on the first air inlet temperature and the first air inlet temperature.

[0090] In this embodiment, after entering the drying program, the main drying module is started first. Then, by real-time monitoring of the first inlet air temperature and the first outlet air temperature corresponding to the main drying module, the working state of the auxiliary drying module is dynamically adjusted to accelerate the drying process. Furthermore, when approaching the drying endpoint, the auxiliary module is shut down in a timely manner to avoid the influence of fluctuations in the drying temperature caused by the auxiliary drying module. This effectively avoids drastic temperature fluctuations during the drying process and ensures the drying effect of the clothes.

[0091] For example, controlling the operating state of the auxiliary drying module based on the first inlet air temperature and the first outlet air temperature includes: when the first inlet air temperature reaches a first temperature and the first outlet air temperature reaches a second temperature, and the first inlet air temperature and the first outlet air temperature meet the entry conditions for the dehumidification stage, then controlling the auxiliary drying module to start. When the temperature difference between the first inlet air temperature and the first outlet air temperature reaches a first temperature difference, and the first inlet air temperature and the first outlet air temperature meet the entry conditions for the drying judgment stage, then controlling the auxiliary drying module to shut down, thereby reducing drying energy consumption.

[0092] In one alternative implementation, such as Figure 6 The flowchart shown illustrates the following steps for controlling the operation of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module in coordination based on the inlet and outlet air temperatures, when the inlet air temperature is the second inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature is the second outlet air temperature:

[0093] S61. Control both the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module to start;

[0094] S62. Control the operating status of the main drying module based on the second inlet air temperature and the second outlet air temperature.

[0095] In this embodiment, after entering the drying program, the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module are started simultaneously to improve heating and dehumidification efficiency. The operating status of the main drying module is dynamically adjusted by real-time monitoring of the second inlet and outlet air temperatures corresponding to the auxiliary drying module, accelerating the drying process. Furthermore, as the drying process nears its end, the internal circulation dehumidification requirement is reduced to avoid the influence of fluctuations in the main drying module's drying temperature, effectively preventing drastic temperature fluctuations during the drying process and ensuring the best drying effect for the clothes.

[0096] For example, controlling the operating status of the main fan 21 and the main dehumidification component based on the second inlet air temperature and the second outlet air temperature includes: when the temperature difference between the second inlet air temperature and the second outlet air temperature reaches the second temperature difference, and the second inlet air temperature and the second outlet air temperature meet the entry conditions for the drying stage, then controlling the main drying module to shut down to reduce drying energy consumption.

[0097] In the above embodiments of this application, the descriptions of each embodiment have their own emphasis. Parts not described in detail in a certain embodiment can be referred to in the relevant descriptions of other embodiments. The steps illustrated in the related flowcharts can be executed in a computer system such as a set of computer-executable instructions. Furthermore, although a logical order is shown in the flowcharts, in some cases, the steps shown or described may be performed in a different order than that shown here. In other words, the order of steps described in the foregoing embodiments is merely an example. Reasonable adjustments to the order of steps based on the content of the embodiments of this application are also within the protection scope of the embodiments of this application.

[0098] In one specific implementation of this application embodiment, the operating state of the auxiliary drying module is controlled based on the first inlet air temperature and the first outlet air temperature of the main drying module. (Refer to...) Figure 7 The flowchart illustrates that the drying method for garment processing equipment includes the following processes:

[0099] S701, Drying program started;

[0100] S702, The temperature sensor corresponding to the main drying module begins to record the first inlet air temperature and the first outlet air temperature;

[0101] S703, Start the first compressor and first fan of the main drying module;

[0102] S704. Determine whether the first air inlet temperature T has reached the first temperature T1. If it has reached the first temperature T1, proceed to step S705; otherwise, continue to proceed to step S703 to dry and heat up the clothes in the clothes processing drum 1 until the first temperature T1 is reached.

[0103] S705, Enter internal circulation drying mode;

[0104] S706. Determine whether the first outlet air temperature T has reached the second temperature T2. If it has reached the second temperature T2, no additional dehumidification is needed. Proceed to step S711. Otherwise, proceed to step S707.

[0105] S707. It is determined that the moisture load inside the drum is high at this time, and the dehumidification stage is entered.

[0106] S708. Start the second compressor and second fan of the auxiliary drying module to increase dehumidification capacity and air volume;

[0107] S709. Determine whether the temperature difference between the first inlet air temperature and the first outlet air temperature reaches the first temperature difference Tw. If it reaches the first temperature difference Tw, the humidity load inside the cylinder is low and the dehumidification stage ends. To avoid the influence of the auxiliary drying module on the fluctuation of the drying temperature, proceed to S70. Otherwise, continue to execute step S705.

[0108] S710, shut down the second compressor and second fan of the auxiliary drying module;

[0109] S711, The drying process ends when the drying conditions are met.

[0110] In another specific implementation of this application embodiment, the operating state of the main drying module is controlled based on the second inlet air temperature and the second outlet air temperature of the auxiliary drying module. (Refer to...) Figure 8 The flowchart illustrates that the drying method for garment processing equipment includes the following processes:

[0111] S801, Drying program started;

[0112] S802, The temperature sensor corresponding to the auxiliary drying module starts recording the second inlet air temperature and the second outlet air temperature;

[0113] S803, the second compressor and second fan of the auxiliary drying module are turned on, and the first compressor and first fan of the main drying module are turned on to start drying and heating the clothes in the clothes processing drum 1;

[0114] S804. Determine whether the second air inlet temperature T' has reached the third temperature T3. If the third air inlet temperature T3 is reached, proceed to step S805. Otherwise, continue to proceed to step S803 to dry and heat up the clothes in the clothes processing drum 1 until the third temperature T3 is reached.

[0115] S805, Enter internal circulation drying mode;

[0116] S806. Determine whether the temperature difference between the second inlet air temperature and the second outlet air temperature reaches the second temperature difference Tw'. If it reaches the second temperature difference Tw', proceed to S807; otherwise, continue to execute step S805.

[0117] S807. Shut down the first compressor and first fan of the main drying module;

[0118] S808, The drying conditions are met, and the drying mode ends;

[0119] In summary, this embodiment, by introducing an auxiliary drying module, enables coordinated control of the main and auxiliary drying modules, achieving a more efficient, energy-saving, and precise drying process. When the first inlet and first outlet air temperatures corresponding to the main drying module reach specific thresholds, the system automatically adjusts the operating state of the auxiliary drying module to optimize dehumidification and airflow, ensuring the stability and efficiency of the drying process. Near the drying endpoint, the system shuts down the auxiliary drying module to reduce energy consumption and avoid affecting fluctuations in the drying temperature. When the second inlet and second outlet air temperatures corresponding to the auxiliary drying module reach specific thresholds, the system dynamically adjusts the operating state of the main heat pump module. Near the drying endpoint, the system can shut down the main drying module and operate the auxiliary drying module independently until drying is complete, thus fully utilizing the waste heat from the auxiliary drying module for drying, significantly reducing overall energy consumption and accelerating the drying process.

[0120] This embodiment achieves a comprehensive upgrade and performance improvement in the drying process through innovations in modular design, intelligent temperature control strategies, and energy efficiency optimization. The garment processing equipment and drying method of this embodiment feature higher drying efficiency, lower energy consumption, and a more stable drying process, meeting drying needs under different conditions and providing better drying quality.

[0121] This application embodiment also provides a control device, including a memory and a processor. The memory stores a drying method for a clothing processing device, and the processor is used to employ the aforementioned drying method when executing the drying method of the clothing processing device.

[0122] Specifically, such as Figure 9 As shown, the control device includes a processor 100, at least one communication bus 200, a user interface 300, at least one external communication interface 400, and a memory 500. The communication bus 200 is configured to enable communication between these components. The user interface 300 may include a display screen, and the external communication interface 400 may include standard wired and wireless interfaces. The memory 500 stores drying methods for a garment processing device. The processor 100 is used to execute the drying methods for the garment processing device stored in the memory 500.

[0123] The description of the control device above is similar to that of the method embodiments described above, and has similar beneficial effects. For any technical details not disclosed in the control device, please refer to the description of the method embodiments in this application for understanding.

[0124] The sequence numbers or order of description of the embodiments in this application are for descriptive purposes only and do not represent the superiority or inferiority of the embodiments.

[0125] In the several embodiments provided in this application, it should be understood that the disclosed technical content can be implemented in other ways. The device embodiments described above are merely illustrative; for example, the division of units can be a logical functional division, and in actual implementation, there may be other division methods. For instance, multiple units or components may be combined or integrated into another system, or some features may be ignored or not executed. Furthermore, the displayed or discussed mutual coupling, direct coupling, or communication connection may be through some interfaces; the indirect coupling or communication connection between units or modules may be electrical or other forms.

[0126] The units described as separate components may or may not be physically separate. The components shown as units may or may not be physical units; that is, they may be located in one place or distributed across multiple units. Some or all of the units can be selected to achieve the purpose of this embodiment according to actual needs.

[0127] In addition, the functional units in the various embodiments of the present application may be integrated into a single processing unit, or each unit may exist physically separately, or two or more units may be integrated into a single unit. The aforementioned integrated units may be implemented in the form of hardware or software functional units.

[0128] In the above embodiments, implementation can be achieved, in whole or in part, through software, hardware, firmware, or any combination thereof. When implemented in software, it can be implemented, in whole or in part, as a computer program product. The computer program product includes one or more computer instructions. When the computer instructions are loaded and executed on a computer, all or part of the processes or functions described in the embodiments of this application are generated. The computer can be a general-purpose computer, a special-purpose computer, a computer network, or other programmable device. The computer instructions can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium or transmitted from one computer-readable storage medium to another. For example, the computer instructions can be transmitted from one website, computer, server, or data center to another via wired (e.g., coaxial cable, fiber optic, digital subscriber line (DSL)) or wireless (e.g., infrared, wireless, microwave, etc.) means. The computer-readable storage medium can be any available medium accessible to a computer, or a data storage device such as a server or data center that integrates one or more available media. The available medium can be a magnetic medium (e.g., floppy disk, hard disk, magnetic tape), an optical medium (e.g., digital versatile disc (DVD)), or a semiconductor medium (e.g., solid state disk (SSD)). It is worth noting that the computer-readable storage medium mentioned in the embodiments of this application can be a non-volatile storage medium; in other words, it can be a non-transient storage medium.

[0129] It should be noted that the information (including but not limited to user device information, user personal information, etc.), data (including but not limited to data used for analysis, stored data, displayed data, etc.), and signals involved in the embodiments of this application are all authorized by the user or fully authorized by all parties, and the collection, use, and processing of related data must comply with the relevant laws, regulations, and standards of the relevant countries and regions. For example, the scene data of the current frame in the 3D virtual scene involved in the embodiments of this application, the client's device information, and the scene interaction information are all obtained with full authorization.

[0130] The above is only a preferred embodiment of the present application. It should be pointed out that for ordinary technicians in this technical field, several improvements and modifications can be made without departing from the principles of the present application. These improvements and modifications should also be regarded as the scope of protection of the present application.

Claims

1. A garment processing device with a drying function, characterized in that, The garment processing equipment includes: A garment processing drum, wherein the garment processing drum is provided with a first air inlet, a second air inlet, a first air outlet and a second air outlet; The air duct assembly includes a main air duct and an auxiliary air duct, wherein the main air duct connects the first air inlet to the first air outlet, and the auxiliary air duct connects the second air inlet to the second air outlet; The main drying module includes a main fan and a main dehumidification component. The main fan is located in the main air duct and is used to drive the airflow to circulate in the circulating air path formed between the clothes processing drum and the main air duct. The main dehumidification component is used to heat and dehumidify the airflow in the main air duct. An auxiliary drying module includes an auxiliary fan and an auxiliary dehumidification component. The auxiliary fan is located in the auxiliary air duct and is used to drive airflow through the circulating air path formed between the clothes processing drum and the auxiliary air duct. The auxiliary dehumidification component is used to heat and dehumidify the airflow in the auxiliary air duct. The temperature detection module includes a first temperature sensor and a second temperature sensor. The first temperature sensor is used to detect the inlet air temperature of the clothing processing drum, and the second temperature sensor is used to detect the outlet air temperature of the clothing processing drum. A control device is configured to, in the clothes drying process, collaboratively control the operating status of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module based on the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature; The operation status of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module is controlled in coordination based on the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature, including: when the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature meet the entry conditions for the dehumidification stage, controlling both the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module to be in the start state; when the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature meet the entry conditions for the drying stage, controlling one of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module to be shut down while the other remains in the start state.

2. The clothing processing equipment with drying function according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first temperature sensor is located at the first air inlet and is used to detect the first air inlet temperature at the first air inlet. The second temperature sensor is located at the first air outlet and is used to detect the first air outlet temperature at the first air outlet. The control device is configured to control the operating status of the auxiliary drying module based on the first inlet air temperature and the first outlet air temperature.

3. The clothing processing equipment with drying function according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first temperature sensor is located at the second air inlet to detect the second air inlet temperature, and the second temperature sensor is located at the second air outlet to detect the second air outlet temperature. The control device is configured to control the operating status of the main drying module based on the second inlet air temperature and the second outlet air temperature.

4. The clothing processing equipment with drying function according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, The main dehumidification component includes a first compressor, a first evaporator, a first throttling device, and a first condenser. The first compressor, the first evaporator, the first throttling device, and the first condenser are sequentially connected to form a refrigerant circulation loop. The first evaporator and the first condenser are located in the main air duct, and in the airflow direction, the first condenser is located downstream of the first evaporator. And / or, the auxiliary dehumidification assembly includes a second compressor, a second evaporator, a second throttling device, and a second condenser, wherein the second compressor, the second evaporator, the second throttling device, and the second condenser are sequentially connected to form a refrigerant circulation loop, wherein: the second evaporator and the second condenser are located in the auxiliary air duct, and in the airflow direction, the second condenser is located downstream of the second evaporator.

5. A drying method for a garment processing device, characterized in that, The drying method is applied to the garment processing equipment with drying function according to any one of claims 1-4, and the drying method includes: In the clothes drying process, the inlet and outlet air temperatures of the clothes processing drum are obtained; The operating status of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module is controlled in coordination based on the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature.

6. The drying method of the garment processing equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that, The method of coordinating the operation of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module based on the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature includes: When the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature meet the entry conditions for the dehumidification stage, both the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module are controlled to be in the start-up state. When the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature meet the entry conditions for the drying stage, one of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module is shut down, while the other remains in the start state.

7. The drying method of the garment processing equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that, When the inlet air temperature is the first inlet air temperature at the first air inlet and the outlet air temperature is the first outlet air temperature at the first air outlet, the step of coordinating the operation of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module based on the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature includes: Control the start of the main drying module; The operating status of the auxiliary drying module is controlled based on the first air inlet temperature and the first air inlet temperature.

8. The drying method of the garment processing equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, The step of controlling the operating status of the auxiliary drying module based on the first inlet air temperature includes: When the first inlet air temperature reaches the first temperature and the first outlet air temperature reaches the second temperature, the auxiliary drying module is controlled to start. When the temperature difference between the first inlet air temperature and the first outlet air temperature reaches the first temperature difference, the auxiliary drying module is controlled to shut down.

9. The drying method of the garment processing equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that, When the inlet air temperature is the second inlet air temperature at the second air inlet and the outlet air temperature is the second outlet air temperature at the second air outlet, the step of coordinating the operation of the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module based on the inlet air temperature and the outlet air temperature includes: Both the main drying module and the auxiliary drying module are activated. The operating status of the main drying module is controlled based on the second inlet air temperature and the second outlet air temperature.

10. The drying method of the garment processing equipment according to claim 9, characterized in that, The step of controlling the operating status of the main fan and the main dehumidification component based on the second inlet air temperature and the second outlet air temperature includes: When the temperature difference between the second inlet air temperature and the second outlet air temperature reaches the second temperature difference, the main drying module is controlled to shut down.

11. A control device, characterized in that, It includes a memory and a processor, wherein the memory stores a drying method for a garment processing device, and the processor is used to employ the drying method of the garment processing device as described in any one of claims 5-10 when executing the drying method of the garment processing device.

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