A distribution air assembly, a garment handling device and a control method

Abstract

This invention provides an air distribution assembly, a garment processing device, and a control method. The air distribution assembly includes an air distribution shell, a first air distribution frame, and a second air distribution frame. The main shell of the air distribution shell forms an air distribution cavity, a main air distribution cavity opening, and multiple air distribution cavity branch openings. Both the first and second air distribution frames are disposed within the air distribution cavity. The second air distribution frame can rotate synchronously with the first air distribution frame and can also move radially relative to the first air distribution frame along the air distribution cavity under the action of an air distribution transmission mechanism. The second air distribution frame is provided with a baffle. When the baffle is in the first air distribution state, the second air distribution frame is close to the first air distribution frame, and the baffle is away from the side wall of the main shell. When the baffle is in the second air distribution state, the second air distribution frame is away from the first air distribution frame, the baffle is close to the side wall of the main shell, and the baffle opens the air distribution cavity branch openings. When the baffle is in the third air distribution state, the second air distribution frame is away from the first air distribution frame, the baffle is close to the side wall of the main shell, and the baffle closes the air distribution cavity branch openings.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of clothing processing technology, and particularly relates to an air distribution component, clothing processing equipment and control method. Background Technology

[0002] To meet consumers' growing demand for healthy washing, various types of multi-drum washing machines with partitioned washing functions have been developed on the market. However, multi-drum washing machines require complex drying systems to achieve multi-drum washing and drying, increasing the size and weight of the machines. One proposed design involves a split-air casing forming a split-air chamber, including a main inlet and multiple branch inlets. Outside air enters the split-air chamber through the main inlet, and opening any branch inlet allows air from that chamber to enter its corresponding drum; or opening any branch inlet allows air from that drum to enter the split-air chamber through that branch inlet, and the air inside the chamber is then discharged through the main inlet. This satisfies the drying needs of different drums. However, the radial length of the split-air frame is fixed. As the baffles move with the frame, friction occurs between the seals on the baffles and the sidewalls of the split-air casing, causing wear on the seals. Consequently, the seals cannot effectively seal the branch inlets, resulting in poor sealing. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of this, the present invention provides an air distribution assembly, a clothes handling device and a control method to solve the problem that in existing multi-drum washing machines, when the baffle rotates with the air distribution frame, the friction between the seal on the baffle and the side wall of the air distribution shell causes the seal to wear, and thus the seal cannot effectively seal the air distribution cavity outlet.

[0004] This invention provides an air distribution assembly for use in clothing processing equipment; the air distribution assembly includes:

[0005] The air distribution shell has an air distribution cavity, with a main air distribution cavity opening at one axial end and multiple branch air distribution cavity openings on the sidewalls of the air distribution cavity; both the main air distribution cavity opening and the branch air distribution cavity openings are connected to the air distribution cavity.

[0006] A first air distribution frame and a second air distribution frame are both disposed within the air distribution cavity, and an air distribution transmission mechanism is provided between the first and second air distribution frames. The second air distribution frame can rotate synchronously with the first air distribution frame around the center line of the air distribution cavity, and can also move radially relative to the first air distribution frame along the air distribution cavity under the action of the air distribution transmission mechanism. A baffle is provided on the side of the second air distribution frame away from the first air distribution frame, and the baffle has a first air distribution state, a second air distribution state, and a third air distribution state. The baffle can switch between the first air distribution state and the second air distribution state, or between the first air distribution state and the third air distribution state.

[0007] When the baffle is in the first air distribution state, the second air distribution frame is close to the center line of the air distribution cavity, and the baffle is away from the side wall of the air distribution cavity;

[0008] When the baffle is in the second air distribution state, the second air distribution frame is away from the center line of the air distribution cavity, the baffle is close to the side wall of the air distribution cavity, and the baffle can open any of the air distribution cavity outlets; when the baffle is in the third air distribution state, the second air distribution frame is away from the center line of the air distribution cavity, the baffle is close to the side wall of the air distribution cavity, and the baffle can close any of the air distribution cavity outlets.

[0009] Further optionally, the air distribution transmission mechanism includes a lead screw and a slider, the lead screw being rotatably mounted on the first air distribution frame, the slider being mounted on the second air distribution frame, and the slider and the lead screw being connected by a threaded transmission.

[0010] When the lead screw is controlled to rotate, the slider can move the second air distribution frame radially relative to the first air distribution frame along the air distribution cavity, thereby the baffle can switch between the first air distribution state and the second air distribution state, or switch between the first air distribution state and the third air distribution state.

[0011] Further optionally, the first air distribution frame includes a frame section A and a frame section B, wherein the frame section A is rotatably disposed in the air distribution cavity about the center line of the air distribution cavity; the frame section B extends radially along the air distribution cavity, and the frame section B and the frame section A are connected.

[0012] The second air distribution frame includes a C-section and a D-section, the C-section extending radially along the air distribution cavity; the D-section and the C-section are connected, and the baffle is provided on the side of the D-section away from the C-section;

[0013] The lead screw is mounted on section B, and the slider is mounted on section C.

[0014] Optionally, the garment processing equipment includes a controller; the air distribution assembly further includes a detection module, the detection module including a magnet, a first sensor and a plurality of second sensors, the first sensor and the second sensor being Hall sensors and both communicatingly connected to the controller; the magnet is disposed on the first air distribution frame, the first sensor is disposed on the second air distribution frame, and the plurality of second sensors are disposed at intervals along the circumference of the air distribution cavity within the air distribution cavity and correspond one-to-one with the plurality of air distribution cavity outlets;

[0015] The controller can determine the radial position of the baffle based on the signal detected by the first sensor, and the controller can determine the circumferential position of the baffle based on the signal detected by the second sensor, thereby controlling the movement of the first air distribution frame to open or close any of the air distribution chamber outlets;

[0016] Wherein, the radial position of the baffle is the position of the baffle in the radial direction of the air distribution cavity, and the circumferential position of the baffle is the position of the baffle in the circumferential direction of the air distribution cavity.

[0017] The present invention also provides a garment processing device, including a garment processing cylinder, an air inlet device and an air outlet device. The garment processing cylinder is provided with N cylinders, each of which has an air inlet at its opening and an air outlet formed on its cylinder wall.

[0018] The air intake device includes an air intake and distribution assembly and N air intake ducts. The air intake and distribution assembly is any of the air distribution assemblies described above. The air distribution shell of the air intake and distribution assembly is an air intake and distribution shell, which forms an air intake and distribution cavity and N air intake and distribution cavity supports. The N air intake and distribution cavity supports and the N air intakes are connected one-to-one through corresponding air intake ducts. The baffle of the air intake and distribution assembly is an air intake baffle, which can be controlled to open or close any of the air intake and distribution cavity supports. The first air distribution frame of the air intake and distribution assembly is a first air intake and distribution frame, and the second air distribution frame of the air intake and distribution assembly is a second air intake and distribution frame.

[0019] The air outlet device includes an air outlet distribution assembly and N air outlet ducts. The air outlet distribution assembly is any of the air outlet components described above. The air outlet distribution assembly has an air outlet housing, which forms an air outlet cavity and N air outlet cavity supports. The N air outlet cavity supports and the N air outlets are connected one-to-one through corresponding air outlet ducts. The baffle of the air outlet distribution assembly is an air outlet baffle, which can be controlled to open or close any of the air outlet cavity supports. The first air outlet frame of the air outlet distribution assembly is a first air outlet frame, and the second air outlet frame of the air outlet distribution assembly is a second air outlet frame.

[0020] Where N is a positive integer and N≥2.

[0021] Further optionally, the inlet air housing also forms an inlet air chamber main opening, and the outlet air housing also forms an outlet air chamber main opening;

[0022] The garment processing equipment further includes a two-component assembly and a fan. The two-component assembly and the fan are disposed between the inlet air distribution shell and the outlet air distribution shell. The two-component assembly includes two-component boxes, which form two-component cavities. Two components are disposed within the two-component cavities for dehumidifying and heating the drying airflow. The fan forms a fan cavity for providing power to the drying airflow. The fan cavity and the two-component cavities are connected to form a main drying air duct. The main drying air duct is connected to the main inlet of the inlet air distribution cavity and the main outlet of the outlet air distribution cavity.

[0023] When the inlet and outlet air chambers corresponding to the garment processing drum are opened, a drying passage can be formed between the garment processing drum and the main drying air duct.

[0024] Optionally, the air intake and distribution assembly further includes an air intake detection module, which includes an air intake magnet, a first air intake sensor, and N second air intake sensors. The air intake magnet is disposed on the first air intake and distribution frame, the first air intake sensor is disposed on the second air intake and distribution frame, and the N second air intake sensors are spaced apart circumferentially within the air intake and distribution cavity and correspond one-to-one with the N air intake and distribution cavity outlets. The controller of the garment processing equipment can determine the radial position of the air intake baffle based on the signal detected by the first air intake sensor, and the controller can determine the circumferential position of the air intake baffle based on the signal detected by the second air intake sensors.

[0025] The air outlet assembly further includes an air outlet detection module, which includes an air outlet magnet, a first air outlet sensor, and N second air outlet sensors. The air outlet magnet is mounted on the first air outlet frame, and the first air outlet sensor is mounted on the second air outlet frame. The N second air outlet sensors are spaced apart circumferentially within the air outlet cavity and correspond one-to-one with the N air outlet cavity supports. The controller can determine the radial position of the air outlet baffle based on the signal detected by the first air outlet sensor, and the controller can determine the circumferential position of the air outlet baffle based on the signal detected by the second air outlet sensors.

[0026] The present invention also provides a control method for a garment processing device, wherein the garment processing device is any of the garment processing devices described above; the garment processing device is provided with a single drying mode in which only one garment processing drum is dried and a multi-drying mode in which N garment processing drums are dried simultaneously; when the garment processing device runs the drying program, the control method includes:

[0027] Obtain the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment, the current position of the air inlet baffle, and the current position of the air outlet baffle;

[0028] Determine whether the current positions of the air inlet baffle and the air outlet baffle match the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment;

[0029] If not, control both the air inlet baffle and the air outlet baffle to move until the positions of the air inlet baffle and the air outlet baffle both conform to the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment;

[0030] If the conditions are met, control the air inlet damper to maintain its current position and the air outlet damper to maintain their current positions;

[0031] The current position includes the current circumferential position and the current radial position, and the current drying mode is either the single drying mode or the multiple drying modes.

[0032] Further optionally, determining whether the current position of the air inlet baffle and the current position of the air outlet baffle match the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment includes:

[0033] The target position of the air inlet baffle is determined according to the current drying mode;

[0034] Determine whether the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air inlet baffle are on the same circumferential direction in the air inlet and distribution cavity, and whether the current radial position and the target radial position of the air inlet baffle are on the same radial direction in the air inlet and distribution cavity;

[0035] When the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air inlet baffle are not on the same circumferential direction in the air inlet cavity, or when the current radial position and the target radial position of the air inlet baffle are not on the same radial direction in the air inlet cavity, then the current position of the air inlet baffle does not conform to the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment.

[0036] When the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air inlet baffle are on the same circumference of the air inlet and distribution cavity, and the current radial position and the target radial position of the air inlet baffle are on the same radial direction of the air inlet and distribution cavity, then the current position of the air inlet baffle conforms to the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment.

[0037] The target position includes the target circumferential position and the target radial position.

[0038] Further optionally, if the condition is not met, controlling the movement of the air inlet baffle until the position of the air inlet baffle matches the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment includes:

[0039] When the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air inlet baffle are not in the same circumferential direction of the air inlet and distribution cavity, the second air inlet and distribution frame is controlled to move radially relative to the first air inlet and distribution frame along the air inlet and distribution cavity until the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air inlet baffle are in the same circumferential direction of the air inlet and distribution cavity.

[0040] When the current radial position and the target radial position of the air inlet baffle are not on the same radial direction of the air inlet and air distribution cavity, the first air inlet and air distribution frame and the second air inlet and air distribution frame are controlled to rotate synchronously until the current radial position and the target radial position of the air inlet baffle are on the same radial direction of the air inlet and air distribution cavity.

[0041] Further optionally, determining whether the current position of the air inlet baffle and the current position of the air outlet baffle match the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment includes:

[0042] The target position of the air outlet baffle is determined according to the current drying mode;

[0043] Determine whether the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air outlet baffle are in the same circumferential direction of the air outlet cavity, and whether the current radial position and the target radial position of the air outlet baffle are in the same radial direction of the air outlet cavity;

[0044] When the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air outlet baffle are not in the same circumferential direction of the air outlet cavity, or when the current radial position and the target radial position of the air outlet baffle are not in the same radial direction of the air outlet cavity, then the current position of the air outlet baffle does not conform to the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment.

[0045] When the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air outlet baffle are on the same circumference of the air outlet cavity, and the current radial position and the target radial position of the air outlet baffle are on the same radial direction of the air outlet cavity, then the current position of the air outlet baffle conforms to the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment.

[0046] The target position includes the target circumferential position and the target radial position.

[0047] Further optionally, if the condition is not met, controlling the movement of the air outlet baffle until the position of the air outlet baffle matches the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment includes:

[0048] When the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air outlet baffle are not in the same circumferential direction of the air outlet cavity, the second air outlet frame is controlled to move radially relative to the first air outlet frame along the air outlet cavity until the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air outlet baffle are in the same circumferential direction of the air outlet cavity.

[0049] When the current radial position and the target radial position of the air outlet baffle are not on the same radial direction of the air outlet cavity, the first air outlet bracket and the second air outlet bracket are controlled to rotate synchronously until the current radial position and the target radial position of the air outlet baffle are on the same radial direction of the air outlet cavity.

[0050] Compared with the prior art, the main advantages of the present invention are as follows:

[0051] When it is necessary to control the rotation of the first air distribution frame, so that the baffle is in the first air distribution state, the second air distribution frame is close to the center line of the air distribution cavity, and the baffle is far away from the side wall of the air distribution cavity; increasing the distance between the seal and the side wall of the air distribution cavity avoids friction between the seal and the side wall of the air distribution cavity, which can reduce the wear of the seal and reduce the problem of abnormal noise caused by friction; the first air distribution frame, the second air distribution frame, and the baffle can rotate smoothly;

[0052] When the baffle is in the first air distribution state, and air needs to flow through the air distribution cavity and the air distribution cavity outlet is open, the baffle is moved to the second air distribution state. In this state, the second air distribution frame is moved away from the center line of the air distribution cavity, the baffle is close to the side wall of the air distribution cavity, and the baffle opens the air distribution cavity outlet. When the baffle is in the first air distribution state and the air distribution cavity outlet needs to be sealed, the baffle is moved to the third air distribution state. In this state, the second air distribution frame is moved away from the center line of the air distribution cavity, the baffle is close to the side wall of the air distribution cavity, and the baffle closes the air distribution cavity outlet. Attached Figure Description

[0053] To more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are merely exemplary, and those skilled in the art can derive other embodiments based on the provided drawings without creative effort.

[0054] The structures, proportions, sizes, etc. illustrated in this specification are only for the purpose of assisting those skilled in the art in understanding and reading the content disclosed herein, and are not intended to limit the conditions under which the present invention can be implemented. Therefore, they have no substantial technical significance. Any modifications to the structure, changes in the proportions, or adjustments to the size, without affecting the effects and objectives that the present invention can produce, should still fall within the scope of the technical content disclosed in the present invention.

[0055] Figure 1 This is an exploded structural diagram of an embodiment of the air distribution component provided by the present invention;

[0056] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the assembly structure of the first air distribution frame, the second air distribution frame, the air distribution transmission mechanism, and the baffle provided by the present invention;

[0057] Figure 3a , Figure 3b and Figure 3c This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the air intake and distribution assembly provided by the present invention;

[0058] Figure 4a , Figure 4b and Figure 4c This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the air distribution component provided by the present invention;

[0059] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of an embodiment of the clothing processing device (with a clothing processing drum) provided by the present invention;

[0060] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of an embodiment of the clothing processing device (without clothing processing drum) provided by the present invention;

[0061] Figure 7a A schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the clothing processing device provided by the present invention in the first drying mode;

[0062] Figure 7b A schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the clothing processing device provided by the present invention in the second drying mode;

[0063] Figure 7c A schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the clothing processing device provided by the present invention in the third drying mode;

[0064] In the picture:

[0065] 11-First outer cylinder; 111-First exhaust port; 12-Second outer cylinder; 121-Second exhaust port; 21-Inlet and outlet air distribution assembly; 211-Inlet and outlet air chamber; 212-Main inlet and outlet air chamber of the inlet and outlet air chamber; 213-A branch inlet and outlet air chamber of the A branch; 214-B branch inlet and outlet air chamber of the B branch; 215-Inlet baffle; 22-Outlet air distribution assembly; 221-Outlet air distribution chamber; 222-Main inlet and outlet air chamber of the A branch; 223-C branch inlet and outlet air chamber of the C branch; 224-D branch inlet and outlet air chamber of the D branch; 225-Outlet baffle; 3-Air distribution shell; 31-Main shell; 311-Air distribution chamber; 32-Support shell; 321-Air distribution duct; 33-First air distribution frame; 331-B frame section; 332-A frame section; 34-Second air distribution frame; 341-C frame section; 342-D frame section; 351-Baffle; 352-Limiting bracket; 353-Seal; 36-Air distribution transmission mechanism; 361-Lead screw; 362-Slider; 371-First drive motor; 372-Second drive motor; 41-First air inlet duct; 42-Second air inlet duct; 43-First air outlet duct; 44-Second air outlet duct; 511-Second air inlet A sensor; 512-Second air inlet B sensor; 513-Second air inlet C sensor; 514-First air inlet sensor; 515-Air inlet magnet; 521-Second air outlet A sensor; 522-Second air outlet B sensor; 523-Second air outlet C sensor; 524-First air outlet sensor; 525-Air outlet magnet; 61-Fan; 62-Two-unit assembly; 63-Two-unit. Detailed Implementation

[0066] The following specific embodiments illustrate the implementation of the present invention. Those skilled in the art can easily understand other advantages and effects of the present invention from the content disclosed in this specification. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of the present invention. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0067] The terminology used in the embodiments of this invention is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the invention. The singular forms “a,” “the,” and “the” used in the embodiments of this invention and the appended claims are also intended to include the plural forms, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. “Multiple” generally includes at least two, but does not exclude the inclusion of at least one.

[0068] It should be understood that the term "and / or" used in this article 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. Additionally, the character " / " in this article generally indicates that the preceding and following related objects have an "or" relationship.

[0069] It should also be noted that the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a product or system comprising a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a product or system. Without further limitation, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the product or system that includes said element.

[0070] In the existing air distribution structure of multi-drum washing machines, the radial length of the air distribution frame is fixed. When the baffle moves with the air distribution frame, there is friction between the seal on the baffle and the side wall of the air distribution shell, which causes the seal to wear. As a result, the seal cannot effectively seal the air distribution cavity outlet and the sealing effect is poor.

[0071] This invention creatively provides an air distribution assembly, including an air distribution shell, a first air distribution frame, and a second air distribution frame; the air distribution shell forms an air distribution cavity, with a main air distribution cavity opening formed at one axial end of the air distribution cavity, and multiple air distribution cavity support openings formed on the sidewall of the air distribution cavity; both the first and second air distribution frames are disposed within the air distribution cavity, and an air distribution transmission mechanism is provided between the first and second air distribution frames; the second air distribution frame can rotate synchronously with the first air distribution frame, and can also move radially relative to the first air distribution frame along the air distribution cavity; a baffle is provided on the side of the second air distribution frame away from the first air distribution frame, and the baffle can open or close any air distribution cavity support opening;

[0072] When it is necessary to control the rotation of the first air distribution frame, so that the baffle is in the first air distribution state, the second air distribution frame is close to the first air distribution frame, and the baffle is close to the center line of the air distribution cavity; increase the distance between the seal on the baffle and the side wall of the air distribution cavity to avoid friction between the seal and the side wall of the air distribution cavity.

[0073] When the baffle is in the first air distribution state, and air needs to flow through the air distribution cavity and the air distribution cavity outlet is open, the baffle is moved to the second air distribution state. In this state, the second air distribution frame is moved away from the center line of the air distribution cavity, the baffle is close to the side wall of the air distribution cavity, and the baffle opens the air distribution cavity outlet. When the baffle is in the first air distribution state and the air distribution cavity outlet needs to be sealed, the baffle is moved to the third air distribution state. In this state, the second air distribution frame is moved away from the center line of the air distribution cavity, the baffle is close to the side wall of the air distribution cavity, and the baffle closes the air distribution cavity outlet.

[0074] Example 1

[0075] like Figures 1 to 4c As shown, this embodiment provides an air distribution assembly for clothing processing equipment, particularly for clothing processing equipment employing heat pump drying; the air distribution assembly includes:

[0076] The air distribution shell 3 includes a main shell 31 and a support shell 32. The main shell 31 has a cylindrical structure. An air distribution cavity 311 is formed inside the main shell 31. A main opening of the air distribution cavity is formed at one axial end of the main shell 31. Multiple air distribution cavity branch openings are formed on the side wall of the main shell 31. The main opening and the air distribution cavity branch openings are connected to the air distribution cavity 311. The support shell 32 is located outside the main shell 31 and corresponds to the air distribution cavity branch openings. An air distribution duct 321 is formed in the support shell 32. The air distribution duct 321 and the air distribution cavity 311 are connected through the air distribution cavity branch openings.

[0077] A first air distribution frame 33 and a second air distribution frame 34 are both disposed within an air distribution cavity 311, and an air distribution transmission mechanism 36 is provided between the first air distribution frame 33 and the second air distribution frame 34. The second air distribution frame 34 can rotate synchronously with the first air distribution frame 33, and can also move radially relative to the first air distribution frame 33 along the air distribution cavity 311 under the action of the air distribution transmission mechanism 36. A baffle 351 is provided on the side of the second air distribution frame 34 away from the first air distribution frame 33. The baffle 351 can move with the second air distribution frame 34 and has a first air distribution state, a second air distribution state, and a third air distribution state. Under the action of the air distribution transmission mechanism 36, the baffle 351 can switch between the first air distribution state and the second air distribution state, or switch between the first air distribution state and the third air distribution state.

[0078] When the baffle 351 is in the first air distribution state, the second air distribution frame 34 is close to the center line of the air distribution cavity 311 (that is, the second air distribution frame 34 moves radially along the air distribution cavity 311 and is close to the center line of the air distribution cavity 311), and the baffle 351 is away from the side wall of the air distribution cavity 311.

[0079] When the baffle 351 is in the second air distribution state, the second air distribution frame 34 is away from the center line of the air distribution cavity 311 (that is, the second air distribution frame 34 moves radially along the air distribution cavity 311 and away from the center line of the air distribution cavity 311), the baffle 351 is close to the side wall of the air distribution cavity 311, and the baffle 351 opens the air distribution cavity support opening; when the baffle 351 is in the third air distribution state, the second air distribution frame 34 is away from the center line of the air distribution cavity 311, the baffle 351 is close to the side wall of the air distribution cavity 311, and the baffle 351 closes the air distribution cavity support opening.

[0080] Furthermore, the air distribution transmission mechanism 36 includes a lead screw 361 and a slider 362. The lead screw 361 is rotatably mounted on the first air distribution frame 33, and the slider 362 is mounted on the second air distribution frame 34. The slider 362 and the lead screw 361 are connected by a threaded transmission. When the lead screw 361 is controlled to rotate, the slider 362 can move the second air distribution frame 34 radially along the air distribution cavity 311, thereby allowing the baffle 351 to switch between the first air distribution state and the second air distribution state, or between the first air distribution state and the third air distribution state.

[0081] Specifically, the initial state of the baffle 351 is the first air distribution state. When the baffle 351 and the air distribution cavity support do not correspond radially in the air distribution cavity 311, the lead screw 361 is controlled to rotate, and the slider 362 moves the second air distribution frame 34 relative to the first air distribution frame 33 radially outward in the air distribution cavity 311, and the baffle 351 can be converted from the first air distribution state to the second air distribution state. When the baffle 351 and the air distribution cavity support correspond radially in the air distribution cavity 311, the lead screw 361 is controlled to rotate, and the slider 362 moves the second air distribution frame 34 relative to the first air distribution frame 33 radially inward in the air distribution cavity 311, and the baffle 351 can be converted from the first air distribution state to the third air distribution state.

[0082] The initial state of baffle 351 is the second air distribution state. The lead screw 361 is controlled to rotate, and the slider 362 moves the second air distribution frame 34 inward relative to the first air distribution frame 33 along the radial direction of the air distribution cavity 311. The baffle 351 and the air distribution cavity support do not correspond in the radial direction of the air distribution cavity 311. The baffle 351 can be converted from the second air distribution state to the first air distribution state. The initial state of baffle 351 is the third air distribution state. The lead screw 361 is controlled to rotate, and the slider 362 moves the second air distribution frame 34 inward relative to the first air distribution frame 33 along the radial direction of the air distribution cavity 311. The baffle 351 and the air distribution cavity support correspond in the radial direction of the air distribution cavity 311. The baffle 351 can be converted from the third air distribution state to the first air distribution state.

[0083] The specific structures of the first air distribution frame 33 and the second air distribution frame 34 are further described below. The first air distribution frame 33 includes frame A section 332 and frame B section 331. Frame A section 332 is rotatably arranged in the air distribution cavity 311 around the center line of the air distribution cavity 311. Frame A section 332 has a cylindrical structure. Frame B section 331 extends radially along the air distribution cavity 311. One end of frame B section 331 is connected to frame A section 332.

[0084] The second air distribution frame 34 includes a C-frame section 341 and a D-frame section 342. The C-frame section 341 extends radially along the air distribution cavity 311, and the D-frame section 342 is connected to the C-frame section 341. From the inside to the outside along the radial direction of the air distribution cavity 311, the A-frame section 332, B-frame section 331, C-frame section 341, and D-frame section 342 are arranged sequentially. A baffle 351 is provided on the side of the D-frame section 342 away from the C-frame section 341. The side of the D-frame section 342 away from the C-frame section 341 is arc-shaped, and this arc-shaped structure is coaxially arranged with the air distribution cavity 311.

[0085] The lead screw 361 is mounted on the B frame section 331, and the slider 362 is mounted on the C frame section 341. When the lead screw 361 is controlled to rotate, the slider 362 moves the C frame section 341 radially along the air distribution cavity 311, thereby moving the D frame section 342 and the baffle 351.

[0086] Specifically, a shaft hole is formed at the other axial end of the main housing 31; the air distribution assembly also includes a first drive motor 371 and a second drive motor 372. The first drive motor 371 is disposed on the outside of the air distribution housing 3, and the output shaft of the first drive motor 371 passes through the shaft hole and enters the air distribution cavity 311 to drive and connect with the A frame section 332; when the first drive motor 371 is running, the A frame section 332 rotates; the second drive motor 372 is disposed on the B frame section 331, and the output shaft of the second drive motor 372 is drive and connected to one end of the lead screw 361; when the second drive motor 372 is running, the lead screw 361 rotates;

[0087] By controlling the operation of the first drive motor 371 and the second drive motor 372, the movement of the first air distribution frame 33 and the second air distribution frame 34 is controlled, so that the baffle and the side wall of the air distribution cavity 311 are separated and the air distribution cavity support port is opened in time, avoiding friction between the seal 353 and the side wall of the air distribution cavity 311, so that the baffle is close to the side wall of the air distribution cavity 311 and accurately closes the air distribution cavity support port, ensuring sealing and enhancing the longevity of the air distribution assembly.

[0088] The garment processing equipment includes a controller; the air distribution assembly also includes a detection module, which includes a magnet, a first sensor and multiple second sensors. Both the first and second sensors are Hall sensors and are communicatively connected to the controller. The magnet is mounted on the first air distribution frame 33, the first sensor is mounted on the second air distribution frame 34, and multiple second sensors are spaced apart along the circumference of the air distribution cavity and correspond one-to-one with the multiple air distribution cavity outlets.

[0089] The controller can determine the radial position of the baffle based on the signal detected by the first sensor and the circumferential position of the baffle based on the signal detected by the second sensor, and then control the movement of the first air distribution frame 33 to open or close any air distribution cavity outlet; wherein, the radial position of the baffle is the position of the baffle in the radial direction of the air distribution cavity, and the circumferential position of the baffle is the position of the baffle in the circumferential direction of the air distribution cavity.

[0090] Example 2

[0091] Based on Example 1, this example further proposes:

[0092] like Figures 5 to 7c As shown, this embodiment proposes a clothing processing device, including a clothing processing cylinder, an air inlet device, and an air outlet device. N clothing processing cylinders are provided, each clothing processing cylinder has an air inlet at its opening, and each clothing processing cylinder also has an air outlet formed on its cylinder wall.

[0093] The air inlet device is located near the opening of the garment processing drum. The air inlet device includes an air inlet and distribution assembly 21 and N air inlet channels. The air inlet and distribution assembly 21 is any of the air distribution assemblies described above. The air distribution shell 3 of the air inlet and distribution assembly 21 is an air inlet and distribution shell 3, which forms an air inlet and distribution cavity 211, an air inlet and distribution cavity main opening 212, and N air inlet and distribution cavity branch openings. The N air inlet and distribution cavity branch openings and the N air inlets are connected one-to-one through the N air inlet channels. The first air distribution frame of the air inlet and distribution assembly 21 is a first air inlet and distribution frame, and the second air distribution frame of the air inlet and distribution assembly 21 is a second air inlet and distribution frame. The baffle 351 of the air inlet and distribution assembly 21 is an air inlet baffle 215, which is controlled to open or close the air inlet and distribution cavity branch openings. The airflow in the air inlet and distribution cavity 211 can be transported to the corresponding garment processing drum through any air inlet and distribution cavity branch opening.

[0094] The air outlet device is located near the rear wall of the garment processing drum. The air outlet device includes an air distribution assembly 22 and N air outlet ducts. The air distribution assembly 22 is any of the air distribution assemblies described above. The air distribution shell 3 of the air distribution assembly 22 includes an air distribution shell 3, which forms an air distribution cavity 221, an air distribution cavity main outlet, and N air distribution cavity branch outlets. The N air distribution cavity branch outlets and the N air outlets are connected one-to-one through the N air outlet ducts. The first air distribution frame of the air distribution assembly 22 is a first air distribution frame, and the second air distribution frame of the air distribution assembly 22 is a second air distribution frame. The baffle 351 of the air distribution assembly 22 is an air outlet baffle 225. The air outlet baffle 225 is controlled to open or close the air distribution cavity branch outlets, and the airflow in the garment processing drum can enter the air distribution cavity 221 through the corresponding air distribution cavity branch outlets.

[0095] Where N is a positive integer and N≥2.

[0096] Furthermore, the garment processing equipment also includes a two-component assembly 62 and a fan 61. The two-component assembly 62 and the fan 61 are disposed between the inlet air distribution shell 3 and the outlet air distribution shell 3. The two-component assembly 62 includes a two-component box and two-component 63. The two-component box forms two-component cavities and two-component box inlets and outlets communicating with the two-component cavities. The two-component 63 is disposed in the two-component cavities and is used to dehumidify and heat the drying airflow. The fan 61 is used to provide power to the drying airflow and forms a fan cavity, a fan inlet, and a fan outlet. Specifically, the two-component 63 are an evaporator and a condenser, which are arranged sequentially along the flow direction of the drying airflow. The evaporator is used to dehumidify the drying airflow, and the condenser is used to heat the drying airflow.

[0097] The fan chamber and the two chambers are connected to form the main drying air duct; the main drying air duct is connected to the main inlet 212 of the inlet air chamber and the main outlet 222 of the outlet air chamber; specifically, the main inlet 212 of the inlet air chamber is connected to the outlet of the two chambers, the inlet of the two chambers is connected to the fan outlet, and the fan inlet is connected to the main outlet 222 of the outlet air chamber.

[0098] The air intake and distribution assembly also includes an air intake detection module, which includes an air intake magnet 515, a first air intake sensor, and N second air intake sensors. The air intake magnet 515 is mounted on the first air intake and distribution frame, the first air intake sensor is mounted on the second air intake and distribution frame, and the N second air intake sensors are spaced apart circumferentially within the air intake and distribution cavity 211 and correspond one-to-one with the N air intake and distribution cavity outlets. The controller can determine the radial position of the air intake baffle 215 based on the signal detected by the first air intake sensor, and the controller can determine the circumferential position of the air intake baffle 215 based on the signal detected by the second air intake sensors.

[0099] The air outlet assembly also includes an air outlet detection module, which includes an air outlet magnet 525, a first air outlet sensor, and N second air outlet sensors. The air outlet magnet 525 is mounted on the first air outlet frame, and the first air outlet sensor is mounted on the second air outlet frame. The N second air outlet sensors are spaced circumferentially within the air outlet cavity 221 and correspond one-to-one with the N air outlet cavity outlets. The controller can determine the radial position of the air outlet baffle 525 based on the signal detected by the first air outlet sensor, and the controller can determine the circumferential position of the air outlet baffle 525 based on the signal detected by the second air outlet sensors.

[0100] Example 3

[0101] <Clothing Processing Equipment>

[0102] Taking N=2 as an example, the clothing processing equipment is further explained; the two clothing processing cylinders are the first clothing processing cylinder and the second clothing processing cylinder, which are arranged opposite each other, with the first clothing processing cylinder on top and the second clothing processing cylinder on the bottom; the two air inlets are the first air inlet 41 and the second air inlet 42, and the two air outlets are the first air outlet 43 and the second air outlet 44; the two air inlet branch outlets are air inlet branch outlet A 213 and air inlet branch outlet B 214, and the two air outlet branch outlets are air outlet branch outlet C 223 and air outlet branch outlet D 224;

[0103] The air inlet of the air distribution chamber A branch port 213 and the air inlet of the first clothing processing tube are connected through the first air inlet duct 41; the air inlet of the air distribution chamber B branch port 214 and the air inlet of the second clothing processing tube are connected through the second air inlet duct 42; the air outlet of the air distribution chamber C branch port 223 and the air outlet of the first clothing processing tube are connected through the first air outlet duct 43; the air outlet of the air distribution chamber D branch port 224 and the air outlet of the second clothing processing tube are connected through the second air outlet duct 44; the air inlet of the air distribution chamber main port 212 is connected to the outlet of the two-piece box; and the air outlet of the air distribution chamber main port is connected to the fan inlet.

[0104] When both the inlet air chamber A branch port 213 and the outlet air chamber C branch port 223 are open, and both the inlet air chamber B branch port 214 and the outlet air chamber D branch port 224 are closed, the first garment processing drum, the first air outlet duct 43, the outlet air chamber 221, the fan 61, the two chambers, the inlet air chamber 211 and the first air inlet duct 41 are connected in sequence to form the first drying passage, and the garment processing equipment can operate the first drying mode.

[0105] When both the inlet air chamber A branch port 213 and the outlet air chamber C branch port 223 are closed, and both the inlet air chamber B branch port 214 and the outlet air chamber D branch port 224 are open, the second garment processing drum, the second air outlet duct 44, the outlet air chamber 221, the fan 61, the two chambers, the inlet air chamber 211 and the second inlet air duct 42 are connected in sequence to form the second drying passage, and the garment processing equipment can operate the second drying mode.

[0106] When the inlet air chamber A branch 213, outlet air chamber C branch 223, inlet air chamber B branch 214, and outlet air chamber D branch 224 are all opened, the first garment processing drum, the first air outlet duct 43, the outlet air chamber 221, the fan 61, the two chambers, the inlet air chamber 211, and the first air inlet duct 41 are sequentially connected to form the first drying passage; the second garment processing drum, the second air outlet duct 44, the outlet air chamber 221, the fan 61, the two chambers, the inlet air chamber 211, and the second air inlet duct 42 are sequentially connected to form the second drying passage, and the garment processing equipment can operate in the third drying mode.

[0107] Specifically, the first garment processing tube includes a first outer tube 11 and a first inner tube. The opening of the first outer tube 11 forms a first air inlet, and the tube wall of the first outer tube 11 forms a first air outlet and a first exhaust outlet 111. The first inner tube is rotatably disposed inside the first outer tube 11.

[0108] The second garment processing drum includes a second outer drum 12 and a second inner drum. The opening of the second outer drum 12 forms a second air inlet, and the drum wall of the second outer drum 12 forms a second air outlet and a second exhaust outlet 121. The second inner drum is rotatably disposed within the second outer drum 12. The accurate opening or closing of the corresponding air inlet / outlet branch of the air inlet baffle 215 and the accurate opening or closing of the corresponding air outlet / outlet branch of the air outlet baffle 225 are crucial for switching between different drying modes.

[0109] The following further describes the detection components required for the accurate air inlet baffle 215. The garment processing equipment also includes a controller, and the air inlet and distribution assembly also includes an air inlet detection module. The air inlet detection module includes an air inlet magnet 515, a second air inlet A sensor 511, a second air inlet B sensor 512, a third air inlet C sensor 513, and a first air inlet sensor 514. The air inlet magnet 515 is mounted on the first air inlet and distribution frame. The second air inlet A sensor 511, the second air inlet B sensor 512, and the third air inlet C sensor 513 are spaced apart circumferentially within the air inlet and distribution cavity 211 and are all communicatively connected to the controller. The second air inlet A sensor 511, the second air inlet B sensor 512, the third air inlet C sensor 513, and the first air inlet sensor 514 are all Hall effect sensors.

[0110] The second air inlet A sensor 511 and the air inlet / distribution chamber A branch 213 are on the same radial direction of the air inlet / distribution chamber 211, the second air inlet B sensor 512 and the air inlet / distribution chamber B branch 214 are on the same radial direction of the air inlet / distribution chamber 211, the third air inlet C sensor 513 is located between the second air inlet A sensor 511 and the second air inlet B sensor 512, and the first air inlet sensor 514 is mounted on the second air inlet / distribution frame.

[0111] The second air intake A sensor 511, the second air intake B sensor 512, the third air intake C sensor 513, and the first air intake sensor 514 are all used to detect the signal of the air intake magnet 515 and transmit the detected signal to the controller. The controller can determine the circumferential position of the air intake baffle 215 based on the signals detected by the second air intake A sensor 511, the second air intake B sensor 512, and the third air intake C sensor 513, and the controller can determine the radial position of the air intake baffle 215 based on the signal detected by the first air intake sensor 514.

[0112] The circumferential position of the air inlet baffle 215 is the position of the air inlet baffle 215 in the circumferential direction of the air inlet and distribution cavity 211, and the radial position of the air inlet baffle 215 is the position of the air inlet baffle 215 in the radial direction of the air inlet and distribution cavity 211.

[0113] The following further describes the detection components required for the accurate air outlet baffle 225. The air outlet distribution assembly also includes an air outlet detection module, which includes an air outlet magnet 525, a second air outlet A sensor 521, a second air outlet B sensor 522, a second air outlet C sensor 523, and a first air outlet sensor 524. The air outlet magnet 525 is mounted on the first air outlet distribution frame. The second air outlet A sensor 521, the second air outlet B sensor 522, and the second air outlet C sensor 523 are spaced apart circumferentially within the air outlet distribution cavity 221 and are all communicatively connected to the controller. The second air outlet A sensor 521, the second air outlet B sensor 522, the second air outlet C sensor 523, and the first air outlet sensor 524 are all Hall effect sensors.

[0114] The second air outlet A sensor 521 and the air outlet branch C port 223 are on the same radial direction of the air outlet 221, the second air outlet B sensor 522 and the air outlet branch D port 224 are on the same radial direction of the air outlet 221, the second air outlet C sensor 523 is located between the second air outlet A sensor 521 and the second air outlet B sensor 522, and the first air outlet sensor 524 is set on the second air outlet bracket.

[0115] The second air outlet A sensor 521, the second air outlet B sensor 522, the second air outlet C sensor 523, and the first air outlet sensor 524 are all used to detect the signal of the air outlet magnet 525 and transmit the detected signal to the controller. The controller can determine the circumferential position of the air outlet baffle 225 based on the signals detected by the second air outlet A sensor 521, the second air outlet B sensor 522, and the second air outlet C sensor 523. The controller can determine the radial position of the air outlet baffle 225 based on the signal detected by the first air outlet sensor 524.

[0116] The circumferential position of the air outlet baffle 225 is the position of the air outlet baffle 225 in the circumferential direction of the air outlet cavity 221, and the radial position of the air outlet baffle 225 is the position of the air outlet baffle 225 in the radial direction of the air outlet cavity 221.

[0117] <Control Methods>

[0118] This embodiment proposes a control method for a garment processing device, which is the garment processing device described above. The garment processing device includes a first drying mode where only the first garment processing drum dries, a second drying mode where only the second garment processing drum dries, and a third drying mode where the first and second garment processing drums dry simultaneously. When the garment processing device runs the drying program, the control method includes:

[0119] S1. Obtain the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment, the current circumferential and radial positions of the air inlet baffle 215, and the current circumferential and radial positions of the air outlet baffle 225;

[0120] S2. Determine whether the current circumferential and radial positions of the air inlet baffle 215 and the current circumferential and radial positions of the air outlet baffle 225 conform to the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment.

[0121] S3. If not, control both the air inlet baffle 215 and the air outlet baffle 225 to move until the circumferential and radial positions of the air inlet baffle 215 and the circumferential and radial positions of the air outlet baffle 225 both conform to the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment.

[0122] S4. If the conditions are met, control the air inlet damper 215 to maintain its current circumferential and radial positions, and control the air outlet damper 225 to maintain its current circumferential and radial positions.

[0123] The current position includes the current circumferential position and the current radial position; the current drying mode is one of the first drying mode, the second drying mode, and the third drying mode; the first drying mode and the second drying mode are both single drying modes, and the third drying mode is a multi-drying mode.

[0124] Based on the current position of the air inlet baffle 215 and the air outlet baffle 225 and the current drying mode, the air inlet baffle 215 and the air outlet baffle 225 are controlled to move, so that the positions of the air inlet baffle 215 and the air outlet baffle 225 conform to the current drying mode, forming a corresponding drying path between the main drying air duct and the clothes processing drum, so that the clothes processing equipment can operate the current drying mode.

[0125] For the intake and distribution air assembly 21, S2 includes:

[0126] S21. Determine the target circumferential position and target radial position of the air inlet baffle 215 according to the current drying mode;

[0127] S22. Determine whether the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air inlet baffle 215 are on the same circumferential direction of the air inlet cavity 211 and whether the current radial position and the target radial position of the air inlet baffle 215 are on the same radial direction of the air inlet cavity 211.

[0128] S23. When the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air inlet baffle 215 are not on the same circumferential direction of the air inlet cavity 211 or the current radial position and the target radial position of the air inlet baffle 215 are not on the same radial direction of the air inlet cavity 211, then the current circumferential position and the current radial position of the air inlet baffle 215 do not conform to the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment.

[0129] S24. When the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air inlet baffle 215 are on the same circumferential direction of the air inlet cavity 211 and the current radial position and the target radial position of the air inlet baffle 215 are on the same radial direction of the air inlet cavity 211, then the current circumferential position and the current radial position of the air inlet baffle 215 conform to the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment.

[0130] S3 includes:

[0131] S31. When the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air inlet baffle 215 are not in the same circumferential direction of the air inlet and distribution cavity 211, control the second air inlet and distribution frame to move radially relative to the first air inlet and distribution frame along the air inlet and distribution cavity 211 until the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air inlet baffle 215 are in the same circumferential direction of the air inlet and distribution cavity 211.

[0132] S32. When the current radial position and the target radial position of the air inlet baffle 215 are not on the same radial direction as the air inlet and distribution cavity 211, control the first air inlet and distribution frame and the second air inlet and distribution frame to rotate synchronously until the current radial position and the target radial position of the air inlet baffle 215 are on the same radial direction as the air inlet and distribution cavity 211.

[0133] S31 includes:

[0134] S311. Determine whether the first air intake sensor 514 has detected the signal of the air intake magnet 515;

[0135] S312. When the first air intake sensor 514 detects the signal of the air intake magnet, it controls the second air intake distribution frame to stop moving.

[0136] S32 includes:

[0137] S321. When the current drying mode is the first drying mode, determine whether the second air inlet A sensor 511 detects the signal of the air inlet magnet 515; when the second air inlet A sensor 511 detects the signal of the air inlet magnet 515, control the first air inlet divider and the second air inlet divider to stop rotating.

[0138] S322. When the current drying mode is the second drying mode, determine whether the second air inlet B sensor 512 detects the signal of the air inlet magnet 515; when the second air inlet B sensor 512 detects the signal of the air inlet magnet 515, control the first air inlet divider and the second air inlet divider to stop rotating.

[0139] S323. When the current drying mode is the third drying mode, determine whether the third air inlet C sensor 513 detects the signal of the air inlet magnet 515; when the third air inlet C sensor 513 detects the signal of the air inlet magnet 515, control the first air inlet divider and the second air inlet divider to stop rotating.

[0140] For the air distribution assembly 22, S2 includes:

[0141] S25. Determine the target circumferential position and target radial position of the air outlet baffle 225 according to the current drying mode;

[0142] S26. Determine whether the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air outlet baffle 225 are on the same circumferential direction of the air outlet cavity 221 and whether the current radial position and the target radial position of the air outlet baffle 225 are on the same radial direction of the air outlet cavity 221.

[0143] S27. When the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air outlet baffle 225 are not on the same circumferential direction of the air outlet cavity 221 or the current radial position and the target radial position of the air outlet baffle 225 are not on the same radial direction of the air outlet cavity 221, then the current circumferential position and the current radial position of the air outlet baffle 225 do not conform to the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment.

[0144] S28. When the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air outlet baffle 225 are on the same circumferential direction of the air outlet cavity 221 and the current radial position and the target radial position of the air outlet baffle 225 are on the same radial direction of the air outlet cavity 221, then the current circumferential position and the current radial position of the air outlet baffle 225 conform to the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment.

[0145] S3 includes:

[0146] S33. When the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air outlet baffle 225 are not in the same circumferential direction of the air outlet cavity 221, control the second air outlet frame to move radially relative to the first air outlet frame along the air outlet cavity 221 until the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air outlet baffle 225 are in the same circumferential direction of the air outlet cavity 221.

[0147] S34. When the current radial position and the target radial position of the air outlet baffle 225 are not on the same radial direction as the air outlet cavity 221, control the first air outlet bracket and the second air outlet bracket to rotate synchronously until the current radial position and the target radial position of the air outlet baffle 225 are on the same radial direction as the air outlet cavity 221.

[0148] S33 includes:

[0149] S331. Determine whether the first air outlet sensor 524 detects the signal of the air outlet magnet 525;

[0150] S332. When the first air outlet sensor 524 detects the signal of the air outlet magnet 525, it controls the second air outlet bracket to stop moving.

[0151] S34 includes:

[0152] S341. When the current drying mode is the first drying mode, determine whether the second air outlet A sensor 521 detects the signal of the air outlet magnet 525; when the second air outlet A sensor 521 detects the signal of the air outlet magnet 525, control the first air outlet bracket and the second air outlet bracket to stop rotating.

[0153] S342. When the current drying mode is the second drying mode, determine whether the second air outlet B sensor 522 detects the signal of the air outlet magnet 525; when the second air outlet B sensor 522 detects the signal of the air outlet magnet 525, control the first air outlet bracket and the second air outlet bracket to stop rotating.

[0154] S343. When the current drying mode is the third drying mode, determine whether the second air outlet C sensor 523 detects the signal of the air outlet magnet 525; when the second air outlet C sensor 523 detects the signal of the air outlet magnet 525, control the first air outlet frame and the second air outlet frame to stop rotating.

[0155] It should be noted that, for the sake of convenience, this application distinguishes some components such as supports, frame sections and sensors with letters such as A, B, C and D. This is only to distinguish different supports, frame sections or sensors, and does not have any specific meaning.

[0156] Exemplary embodiments of this disclosure have been specifically shown and described above. It should be understood that this disclosure is not limited to the detailed structures, arrangements, or implementations described herein; rather, this disclosure is intended to cover various modifications and equivalent arrangements contained within the spirit and scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. An air distribution assembly for use in clothing processing equipment; characterized in that, The air distribution component includes: The air distribution shell (3) has an air distribution cavity (311) formed therein. The air distribution cavity (311) has a main air distribution cavity opening at one axial end and multiple air distribution cavity branch openings formed on the side wall of the air distribution cavity (311). The main air distribution cavity opening and the air distribution cavity branch openings are all connected to the air distribution cavity (311). A first air distribution frame (33) and a second air distribution frame (34) are both disposed within the air distribution cavity (311). An air distribution transmission mechanism (36) is provided between the first air distribution frame (33) and the second air distribution frame (34). The second air distribution frame (34) can rotate synchronously with the first air distribution frame (33) around the center line of the air distribution cavity (311), and can also move radially relative to the first air distribution frame (33) along the air distribution cavity (311) under the action of the air distribution transmission mechanism (36). A baffle (351) is provided on the side of the second air distribution frame (34) away from the first air distribution frame (33). The baffle (351) has a first air distribution state, a second air distribution state, and a third air distribution state. The baffle (351) can switch between the first air distribution state and the second air distribution state, or switch between the first air distribution state and the third air distribution state. When the baffle (351) is in the first air distribution state, the second air distribution frame (34) is close to the center line of the air distribution cavity (311), and the baffle (351) is away from the side wall of the air distribution cavity (311). When the baffle (351) is in the second air distribution state, the second air distribution frame (34) is away from the center line of the air distribution cavity (311), the baffle (351) is close to the side wall of the air distribution cavity (311), and the baffle (351) can open any of the air distribution cavity outlets; when the baffle (351) is in the third air distribution state, the second air distribution frame (34) is away from the center line of the air distribution cavity (311), the baffle (351) is close to the side wall of the air distribution cavity (311), and the baffle (351) can close any of the air distribution cavity outlets. The air distribution transmission mechanism (36) includes a lead screw (361) and a slider (362). The lead screw (361) is rotatably mounted on the first air distribution frame (33), and the slider (362) is mounted on the second air distribution frame (34). The slider (362) and the lead screw (361) are connected by a threaded transmission. When the lead screw (361) is controlled to rotate, the slider (362) can move the second air distribution frame (34) radially relative to the first air distribution frame (33) along the air distribution cavity (311), and the baffle (351) can switch between the first air distribution state and the second air distribution state, or switch between the first air distribution state and the third air distribution state.

2. The air distribution assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first air distribution frame (33) includes an A-frame section (332) and a B-frame section (331). The A-frame section (332) is rotatably disposed in the air distribution cavity (311) about the center line of the air distribution cavity (311). The B-frame section (331) extends radially along the air distribution cavity (311), and the B-frame section (331) and the A-frame section (332) are connected. The second air distribution frame (34) includes a C-frame section (341) and a D-frame section (342), wherein the C-frame section (341) extends radially along the air distribution cavity (311); the D-frame section (342) is connected to the C-frame section (341), and the baffle (351) is provided on the side of the D-frame section (342) away from the C-frame section (341); The lead screw (361) is mounted on the B frame section (331), and the slider (362) is mounted on the C frame section (341).

3. The air distribution assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The garment processing equipment includes a controller; the air distribution assembly also includes a detection module, the detection module includes a magnet, a first sensor and multiple second sensors, the first sensor and the second sensor are both Hall sensors and are communicatively connected to the controller; the magnet is disposed on the first air distribution frame (33), the first sensor is disposed on the second air distribution frame (34), and multiple second sensors are disposed at intervals along the circumference of the air distribution cavity (311) and correspond one-to-one with the multiple air distribution cavity outlets; The controller can determine the radial position of the baffle (351) based on the signal detected by the first sensor, and determine the circumferential position of the baffle (351) based on the signal detected by the second sensor, thereby controlling the movement of the first air distribution frame (33) to open or close any of the air distribution chamber outlets; Wherein, the radial position of the baffle (351) is the position of the baffle (351) in the radial direction of the air distribution cavity (311), and the circumferential position of the baffle (351) is the position of the baffle (351) in the circumferential direction of the air distribution cavity (311).

4. A garment processing device, characterized in that, It includes a clothing processing cylinder, an air inlet device, and an air outlet device. There are N clothing processing cylinders. Each clothing processing cylinder has an air inlet at its opening and an air outlet on its cylinder wall. The air intake device includes an air intake and distribution assembly (21) and N air intake ducts. The air intake and distribution assembly (21) is the air distribution assembly as described in any one of claims 1-3. The air distribution shell (3) of the air intake and distribution assembly (21) is an air intake and distribution shell. The air intake and distribution shell forms an air intake and distribution cavity (211) and N air intake and distribution cavity supports. The N air intake and distribution cavity supports and the N air intakes are connected one-to-one through corresponding air intake ducts. The baffle (351) of the air intake and distribution assembly (21) is an air intake baffle (215). The air intake baffle (215) can be controlled to open or close any of the air intake and distribution cavity supports. The first air distribution frame (33) of the air intake and distribution assembly (21) is a first air intake and distribution frame. The second air distribution frame (34) of the air intake and distribution assembly (21) is a second air intake and distribution frame. The air outlet device includes an air outlet distribution assembly (22) and N air outlet ducts. The air outlet distribution assembly (22) is the air outlet assembly as described in any one of claims 1-3. The air outlet housing (3) of the air outlet distribution assembly (22) includes an air outlet housing, which forms an air outlet cavity (221) and N air outlet cavity supports. The N air outlet cavity supports and the N air outlets are connected one-to-one through corresponding air outlet ducts. The baffle (351) of the air outlet distribution assembly (22) is an air outlet baffle (225), which can be controlled to open or close any of the air outlet cavity supports. The first air outlet frame (33) of the air outlet distribution assembly (22) is a first air outlet frame, and the second air outlet frame (34) of the air outlet distribution assembly (22) is a second air outlet frame. Where N is a positive integer and N≥2.

5. The garment processing equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that, The inlet air casing also forms an inlet air chamber main opening (212), and the outlet air casing also forms an outlet air chamber main opening (222); The garment processing equipment further includes a two-component assembly (62) and a fan (61). The two-component assembly (62) and the fan (61) are disposed between the inlet air distribution shell and the outlet air distribution shell. The two-component assembly (62) includes two-component boxes, which form two-component cavities. Two components (63) are disposed in the two-component cavities for dehumidifying and heating the drying airflow. The fan (61) forms a fan cavity for providing power to the drying airflow. The fan cavity and the two-component cavity are connected to form a main drying air duct. The main drying air duct is connected to the main inlet (212) of the inlet air distribution cavity and the main inlet (222) of the outlet air distribution cavity. When the inlet and outlet air chambers corresponding to the garment processing drum are opened, a drying passage can be formed between the garment processing drum and the main drying air duct.

6. The garment processing equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that, The air intake and distribution assembly (21) further includes an air intake detection module, which includes an air intake magnet (515), a first air intake sensor (514), and N second air intake sensors. The air intake magnet (515) is disposed on the first air intake and distribution frame, the first air intake sensor (514) is disposed on the second air intake and distribution frame, and the N second air intake sensors are arranged at circumferential intervals in the air intake and distribution cavity (211) and correspond one-to-one with the N air intake and distribution cavity outlets. The controller of the clothing processing equipment can determine the radial position of the air intake baffle (215) based on the signal detected by the first air intake sensor (514) and determine the circumferential position of the air intake baffle (215) based on the signal detected by the second air intake sensors. The air outlet assembly (22) further includes an air outlet detection module, which includes an air outlet magnet (525), a first air outlet sensor (524), and N second air outlet sensors. The air outlet magnet (525) is disposed on the first air outlet frame, and the first air outlet sensor (524) is disposed on the second air outlet frame. The N second air outlet sensors are arranged at circumferential intervals in the air outlet cavity (221) and correspond one-to-one with the N air outlet cavity outlets. The controller can determine the radial position of the air outlet baffle (225) based on the signal detected by the first air outlet sensor (524), and the controller can determine the circumferential position of the air outlet baffle (225) based on the signal detected by the second air outlet sensors.

7. A control method for a garment processing device, characterized in that, The garment processing equipment is the garment processing equipment according to any one of claims 4 to 6; the garment processing equipment is provided with a single drying mode in which only one garment processing drum is dried and a multi-drying mode in which N garment processing drums are dried simultaneously; when the garment processing equipment runs the drying program, the control method includes: Obtain the current drying mode of the garment processing equipment, the current position of the air inlet baffle (215), and the current position of the air outlet baffle (225); Determine whether the current position of the air inlet baffle (215) and the current position of the air outlet baffle (225) match the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment; If not, the air inlet baffle (215) and the air outlet baffle (225) are both controlled to move until the positions of the air inlet baffle (215) and the air outlet baffle (225) both conform to the current drying mode of the garment processing equipment; If the conditions are met, control the air inlet baffle (215) to maintain its current position and the air outlet baffle (225) to maintain its current position; The current position includes the current circumferential position and the current radial position, and the current drying mode is either the single drying mode or the multiple drying modes.

8. The control method for the garment processing equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, The step of determining whether the current position of the air inlet baffle (215) and the current position of the air outlet baffle (225) conform to the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment includes: The target position of the air inlet baffle (215) is determined according to the current drying mode; wherein, the target position includes a target circumferential position and a target radial position; Determine whether the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air inlet baffle (215) are on the same circumferential direction of the air inlet and distribution cavity (211), and whether the current radial position and the target radial position of the air inlet baffle (215) are on the same radial direction of the air inlet and distribution cavity (211); When the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air inlet baffle (215) are not on the same circumferential direction of the air inlet cavity (211) or the current radial position and the target radial position of the air inlet baffle (215) are not on the same radial direction of the air inlet cavity (211), then the current position of the air inlet baffle (215) does not conform to the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment. When the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air inlet baffle (215) are on the same circumferential direction of the air inlet cavity (211) and the current radial position and the target radial position of the air inlet baffle (215) are on the same radial direction of the air inlet cavity (211), then the current position of the air inlet baffle (215) conforms to the current drying mode of the garment processing equipment.

9. The control method for the garment processing equipment according to claim 8, characterized in that, If the condition is not met, the movement of the air inlet baffle (215) is controlled until the position of the air inlet baffle (215) matches the current drying mode of the garment processing equipment, including: When the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air inlet baffle (215) are not in the same circumferential direction of the air inlet and distribution cavity (211), the second air inlet and distribution frame is controlled to move radially relative to the first air inlet and distribution frame along the air inlet and distribution cavity (211) until the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air inlet baffle (215) are in the same circumferential direction of the air inlet and distribution cavity (211); When the current radial position and the target radial position of the air inlet baffle (215) are not on the same radial direction of the air inlet and air distribution cavity (211), the first air inlet and air distribution frame and the second air inlet and air distribution frame are controlled to rotate synchronously until the current radial position and the target radial position of the air inlet baffle (215) are on the same radial direction of the air inlet and air distribution cavity (211).

10. The control method for the garment processing equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, The step of determining whether the current position of the air inlet baffle (215) and the current position of the air outlet baffle (225) conform to the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment includes: The target position of the air outlet baffle (225) is determined according to the current drying mode; wherein, the target position includes a target circumferential position and a target radial position; Determine whether the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air outlet baffle (225) are on the same circumferential direction of the air outlet cavity (221) and whether the current radial position and the target radial position of the air outlet baffle (225) are on the same radial direction of the air outlet cavity (221); When the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air outlet baffle (225) are not in the same circumferential direction of the air outlet cavity (221) or the current radial position and the target radial position of the air outlet baffle (225) are not in the same radial direction of the air outlet cavity (221), then the current position of the air outlet baffle (225) does not conform to the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment. When the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air outlet baffle (225) are on the same circumferential direction of the air outlet cavity (221) and the current radial position and the target radial position of the air outlet baffle (225) are on the same radial direction of the air outlet cavity (221), then the current position of the air outlet baffle (225) conforms to the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment.

11. The control method for the garment processing equipment according to claim 10, characterized in that, If the condition is not met, the movement of the air outlet baffle (225) is controlled until the position of the air outlet baffle (225) matches the current drying mode of the clothing processing equipment, including: When the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air outlet baffle (225) are not in the same circumferential direction of the air outlet cavity (221), the second air outlet bracket is controlled to move radially relative to the first air outlet bracket along the air outlet cavity (221) until the current circumferential position and the target circumferential position of the air outlet baffle (225) are in the same circumferential direction of the air outlet cavity (221); When the current radial position and the target radial position of the air outlet baffle (225) are not on the same radial direction of the air outlet cavity (221), the first air outlet bracket and the second air outlet bracket are controlled to rotate synchronously until the current radial position and the target radial position of the air outlet baffle (225) are on the same radial direction of the air outlet cavity (221).

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