Method for collecting clothes to be treated

Abstract

The invention discloses a to-be-processed clothes collecting method, which comprises the following steps: modeling a whole house, setting a set area, collecting clothes in the set area by a robot, detecting clothes information of the clothes, screening out to-be-processed clothes from the collected clothes by the robot according to the clothes information, and processing the to-be-processed clothes according to the to-be-processed clothes. The set time for the robot to collect the clothes is set, the clothes are collected in the set area within the set time, the set area for collecting the clothes is intelligently adjusted according to the set time, the situation that the user is disturbed due to the fact that the clothes are collected in the rest time period of the user is avoided, and the user experience is improved. And the user experience is improved. The robot can accurately identify the type and the material of the clothes, so that the clothes are washed according to the characteristics of the clothes, and the clothes are protected from being damaged. The robot can automatically identify and collect the to-be-treated clothes, so that the washing equipment can be utilized more efficiently, and the washing efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention belongs to the field of household robots, and more particularly, relates to a method for collecting clothes to be processed. Background Art

[0002] Existing technologies mainly rely on robots to grab clothes. These robots are usually equipped with cameras and image recognition systems, which can identify the types and states of clothes. After detecting clothes, the robots will grab them and put them into a washing device, and then start washing. However, this technology has some problems. First of all, the robots can only wash the clothes that have already been placed in the washing device, and cannot automatically determine which clothes need to be washed. This may result in some dirty clothes not being washed in time, while some clean clothes are wrongly put into the washing device. Based on the robot's judgment of whether the clothes are to be processed, the area and time cannot be set, which will cause the robot to collect clothes to be processed throughout the day, resulting in a waste of resources. Secondly, if the robot cannot adjust the set area according to the set time, it may collect clothes during the rest period, disturbing the user and reducing the user experience. The efficiency of existing technologies is also relatively low because only one piece of clothing can be washed at a time, rather than multiple pieces at once, which wastes a lot of time and energy. In addition, this technology also has some safety hazards. For example, the robot may make mistakes when grabbing clothes, resulting in damage to the clothes or the robot.

[0003] Therefore, we need a more intelligent, efficient, and safe solution to solve the problem that robots in existing technologies cannot determine whether clothes need to be washed.

[0004] In view of this, the present invention is specifically proposed. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to overcome the deficiencies of the existing technologies and provide a method for collecting clothes to be processed.

[0006] To solve the above technical problem, the basic concept of the technical solution adopted by the present invention is: a method for collecting clothes to be processed, which models the whole house, sets a set area, the robot collects clothes in the set area, detects the clothing information of the clothes, and the robot screens out the clothes to be processed from the collected clothes according to the clothing information.

[0007] Furthermore, set the set time for the robot to collect clothes, and collect clothes in the set area within the set time.

[0008] Further, the set area at least includes a first set area and a second set area, and the set time includes a first time and a second time. When it is the first time, the robot collects clothes in the first set area, and when it is the second time, the robot collects clothes in the second set area.

[0009] Further, the clothing information at least includes the placement state of the clothes. Whether the clothes are clothes to be processed is judged through the placement state of the clothes. If it is judged that the clothes are clothes to be processed, the robot places the clothes in a designated area and / or a laundry basket and / or a clothing processing device.

[0010] Further, the placement state of the clothes at least includes being folded. The robot judges whether the placement state of the collected clothes is being folded. If so, the robot determines the clothes as non-clothes to be processed, and then the robot continues to collect clothes in the set area; if not, the robot determines the clothes as clothes to be processed, and the robot places the clothes to be processed in the laundry basket and / or the designated area and / or the clothing processing device.

[0011] Further, after the robot completes a round of clothes collection and sorting, it checks the processed set area. The robot compares the processed set area with all the set areas to find out the set areas where clothes collection has not been carried out.

[0012] The robot conducts clothes collection on it. If it is found that there are clothes to be processed, the robot conducts collection according to the previously set area.

[0013] Further, the robot receives the instructions of the set time and the set area and conducts clothes collection according to the instructions.

[0014] Further, the clothing information also includes the color of the clothes and the type of the clothes. The robot obtains the image information of the clothes in the set area through a camera, and the robot judges the color and the material of the clothes according to the image information of the clothes.

[0015] Further, the robot sorts the clothes to be processed according to the color and the material type of the clothes to be processed, places the sorted clothes to be processed in the laundry basket and / or the designated area, and the robot puts the clothes to be processed in the laundry basket and / or the designated area into the clothing processing device.

[0016] Further, the clothing information further includes clothing weight information. The robot weighs the to-be-processed clothing after sorting, and determines whether the weight of the to-be-processed clothing is less than the maximum accommodation weight of the clothing processing device according to the weight of the to-be-processed clothing after sorting. If so, the robot sorts and places the to-be-processed clothing in the laundry basket and / or the designated area into the same clothing processing device according to the weight information. If not, part of the clothing is placed into the same clothing processing device in batches.

[0017] After adopting the above technical solution, the present invention has the following beneficial effects compared with the prior art.

[0018] The present invention can significantly improve the efficiency of housework by automatically collecting and classifying clothing through a robot. In a busy or stressful lifestyle, this is a huge advantage. The robot can automatically identify and collect the to-be-processed clothing, quickly and accurately identify and collect the to-be-processed clothing, avoiding the large amount of time and effort required for manual identification and collection, improving work efficiency. Users no longer need to personally search for and organize the to-be-processed clothing, and the robot can automatically complete this task, saving a lot of time for users. Based on the robot's judgment of whether the clothing is to-be-processed clothing, the present invention avoids resource waste caused by the robot collecting to-be-processed clothing throughout the day by setting a designated area and time. Moreover, the robot adjusts the designated area according to the set time to avoid disturbing users by collecting clothing during their rest period, enhancing the user experience. Since the robot can accurately identify the type and quantity of the to-be-processed clothing, it can wash the clothing more scientifically, improving the washing quality. Additionally, since the robot can accurately identify the type and material of the clothing, it can wash according to the characteristics of the clothing, protecting the clothing from damage. Since the robot can automatically identify and collect the to-be-processed clothing, it can make more efficient use of the washing equipment, improving the washing efficiency. Moreover, for users who have difficulty moving or have no time to organize their clothing, this robot provides great convenience.

[0019] In addition, there is no need to set up a special clothing collection area or storage rack at home, saving home space. Since the robot can automatically identify and collect the to-be-processed clothing, it can avoid the situation where users forget to wash their clothing. The robot's automatic identification and collection function can help improve the intelligence level of the family, making it more in line with the needs of modern life. The robot can accurately detect the state of the clothing, including its placement location and whether it needs to be washed. This avoids the situation where users miss doing laundry due to forgetting or misidentifying.

[0020] The following further describes in detail the specific embodiments of the present invention with reference to the accompanying drawings. Description of the Drawings

[0021] The accompanying drawings, as a part of the present invention, are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The schematic embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention, but do not unduly limit the present invention. Obviously, the accompanying drawings in the following description are only some embodiments, and for those of ordinary skill in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative efforts. In the accompanying drawings:

[0022] Figure 1 is a flowchart of a method for collecting clothes to be processed according to the present invention.

[0023] It should be noted that these drawings and the text description are not intended to limit the scope of the concept of the present invention in any way, but to illustrate the concept of the present invention to those skilled in the art by referring to specific embodiments. Detailed Embodiments

[0024] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. The following embodiments are used to illustrate the present invention, but are not used to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0025] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "inner", "outer", etc. is based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of the present invention.

[0026] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that unless otherwise clearly defined and limited, the terms "installed", "connected", and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be directly connected or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific situations.

[0027] Embodiment 1

[0028] As Figure 1As shown, a method for collecting clothes to be processed. According to the set area for clothes collection set by the user, the user can set the set area according to preferences, habits, etc. The user sends instructions for the set area and set time through a mobile device. The robot receives the instructions for the set time and the set area and conducts clothes collection according to the instructions. Obtain the range of the set area for collecting clothes. For example, set the set area for collecting clothes through the user interface of the robot or the communication interface with the robot. The set area can be a specific room, such as a bedroom or a living room, or a larger area, such as the entire apartment or house. The robot communicates with the user through a mobile device. The user can circle the area for collecting clothes on the map or manually specify which room the robot starts from, which paths it passes through, and which room it finally reaches for clothes collection. Set the set time for the robot to collect clothes. For example, set a set time through the user interface of the robot or the communication interface with the robot. This time can be a specific time of the day, such as 7 am, or a specific time period, such as 2 pm to 4 pm every day. This time setting can be manually input by the user on the operation interface of the robot or remotely set through the user's mobile application or smart home system. Before the robot conducts clothes collection in the set area, it determines whether it has entered the set time. If so, the robot conducts clothes collection in the set area. The robot detects the clothing information of the clothes. If not, the robot is in a standby state. The clothing information at least includes the placement state of the clothes. Whether the clothes are clothes to be processed is judged based on the placement state of the clothes. The placement state of the clothes at least includes being folded. The robot obtains the image information of the clothes in the room through a camera. By analyzing and processing the image, the robot can judge whether the placement state of the clothes is being folded. The robot judges whether the placement state of the collected clothes is being folded. If so, the robot determines the clothes as non-clothes to be processed, and then the robot continues to collect clothes in other rooms in the set area; if not, the robot determines the clothes as clothes to be processed. The robot places the clothes to be processed in a designated area and / or throws them into a laundry basket and / or a clothes processing device, the clothes processing device.

[0029] In this embodiment, the set area at least includes a first set area and a second set area, and the set time includes a first time and a second time. When it is the first time, the robot collects clothes in the first set area. When it is the second time, the robot collects clothes in the second set area. The robot intelligently adjusts the set area for collecting clothes according to the set time. For example, if the set time is the first time, that is, the first time is from 0:00 in the early morning to before 7:00 in the morning, the robot collects clothes in the first set area, and the first set area is the living room, study, etc. The robot does not collect clothes in the bedroom and on the bed in the set area. In the present invention, by setting the set area for collecting clothes according to the set time by the robot, the rest of the user is avoided from being disturbed. Moreover, the robot can judge whether it is the set collection time according to the current time and make intelligent adjustment according to the set area, reducing manual intervention and operation costs and bringing a better user experience to the user.

[0030] In this embodiment, the robot can also judge whether the clothes are clothes to be processed by the placement state of the clothes. The robot can judge whether the clothes are neatly stacked together by detecting, or judge the stacking state by calculating the overlapping area between the clothes. Alternatively, the robot uses artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to learn and judge the placement state of the clothes. By learning and analyzing a large amount of clothing image and state data, the robot can train a model for identifying the placement state of the clothes. Through model prediction, the robot can judge whether the placement state of the clothes is stacked.

[0031] In this embodiment, when the placement state of the clothing is a non-folded state, for example: when the placement state of the clothing is one or more pieces of clothing placed, laid flat, or stacked at the same clothing position, it is determined as the clothing to be processed. When the placement state of multiple pieces of clothing at the same clothing position includes a folded state and other clothing placement states such as stacking, the robot only determines the non-folded state clothing as the clothing to be processed and continues with subsequent processing, for example: placing the clothing to be processed in a designated area and / or putting it into a laundry basket and / or a clothing washing device. When the robot determines that the placement state of the clothing is placed or laid flat, it determines the clothing as the clothing to be processed, that is, the robot places the clothing to be processed in a designated area and / or puts it into a laundry basket and / or a clothing washing device. The clothing information also includes clothing weight information. The robot weighs the clothing to be processed after sorting and determines whether the weight of the clothing is less than the maximum capacity of the clothing washing device based on the weight of the sorted clothing to be processed; if so, the robot places the sorted clothing to be processed in the laundry basket and then puts the clothing in the laundry basket into the clothing washing device for washing. If not, it first puts some of the clothing into the laundry basket and / or the designated area, and then puts the remaining unwashed clothing into the same clothing washing device in batches after the clothing in the clothing washing device has been washed. The present invention uses the robot to intelligently sort according to the weight of the clothing to be processed. By weighing the clothing to be processed after sorting, the robot can determine whether the weight of the clothing is less than the maximum capacity of the washing device. If it is less than the maximum capacity, the robot can directly put the clothing into the washing device for washing. This can avoid the decline in washing efficiency caused by overweight and improve the washing efficiency. If the weight of the clothing to be processed exceeds the maximum capacity of the washing device, the robot can choose to first put some of the clothing into the laundry basket and / or the designated area, and then put the remaining unwashed clothing into the same clothing washing device in batches after the clothing in the washing device has been washed. This can protect the clothing and avoid damage or wear of the clothing caused by overloading. Since the robot determines whether it is overweight based on the weight of the clothing, energy waste caused by overloading can be avoided. At the same time, by putting the clothing in batches, the washing time and water consumption can be better controlled, further saving energy. By the way that the robot weighs the clothing and determines whether the clothing is overweight, the intelligence and autonomy of the robot can be improved. The robot can make decisions based on real-time clothing weight information, realize personalized washing operations, and better meet the needs of users.

[0032] In this embodiment, the clothing information further includes clothing color and clothing type. The robot acquires image information of the clothing within a set area through a camera. The robot determines the clothing color and clothing material based on the image information of the clothing. The robot sorts the clothing to be processed according to the color and material type of the clothing to be processed, and places the sorted clothing to be processed into the laundry basket and / or a designated area. The robot puts the clothing to be processed in the laundry basket and / or the designated area into the clothing washing device. Through the judgment of the clothing color and material, the robot of the present invention can intelligently sort the clothing to be processed, put clothing of the same color or material together for washing, avoid color mixing and texture damage, thereby improving the washing effect and the service life of the clothing. The robot can automatically acquire the image information of the clothing and make intelligent judgments, saving the time and effort of manual clothing sorting and reducing the labor intensity of the user. By placing the sorted clothing to be processed into the laundry basket or a designated area, the robot of the present invention can effectively utilize the space, avoid chaos and accumulation of clothing, and make the washing process more orderly and efficient. By implementing the intelligent sorting and placing functions of the robot, intelligent management of clothing can be achieved, facilitating the user to track and manage the clothing, and improving the convenience and comfort of life.

[0033] In this embodiment, after the robot places the clothing to be processed into the laundry basket and / or a designated area, it detects the clothing in the set area to check whether there is any clothing to be processed left uncollected in all the rooms in the set area. After the robot completes one round of clothing collection and sorting, it saves the information of the rooms that have been processed. Then, the robot acquires the room layout map of the set area, which can be achieved through pre-stored map information or a real-time generated map. The robot compares the information of the rooms that have been processed with the room layout map of the set area to find the rooms where clothing collection has not been carried out. For the rooms where clothing collection has not been carried out, the robot plans a path to enter these rooms for clothing collection. The robot checks whether there is any clothing to be processed left uncollected in each room. If any clothing to be processed left uncollected is found, the robot will collect, sort, and place it according to the previous process. Through the comprehensive detection of the clothing in the set area, the robot of the present invention can ensure that no clothing to be processed is left uncollected, thereby providing a more comprehensive service. By planning a path and comparing the room information, the robot can efficiently find and process the clothing to be processed left uncollected, avoiding unnecessary repetitive labor. By reducing the possibility of leaving clothing to be processed uncollected by the robot, the robot can provide a more reliable and high-quality service, thereby enhancing the user's satisfaction and trust. By ensuring that all the clothing to be processed is collected, the space of the washing device can be utilized more effectively, avoiding unnecessary waste.

[0034] In this embodiment, the clothing treatment device at least includes a clothing washing device and a clothing drying device. The clothing drying device includes a dryer. After the clothing to be treated is washed, the robot takes it out from the clothing washing device to the laundry basket and / or a designated area, transports the clothing in the laundry basket and / or the designated area to the clothing drying device and puts it into the clothing drying device. After the clothing is dried, the clothing therein is taken out and stored in the laundry basket and / or a specific area.

[0035] In this embodiment, the robot obtains the positioning information of the idle clothing to be treated, the laundry basket, the clothing washing device and the clothing drying device through a vision sensor or a positioning sensor. The robot plans its navigation route according to the positioning information of the idle clothing to be treated, the laundry basket, the clothing washing device and the clothing drying device and arrives at its position to put in the clothing.

[0036] In this embodiment, the robot is also provided with a robotic arm and a gripper for opening the doors of the clothing washing device and the clothing drying device, gripping the clothing and cooperating with the laundry basket to transport the clothing. The robotic arm and the gripper can automatically open and close the doors of the clothing washing device and the dryer, avoiding the operation that the user needs to manually open and close the device doors, which can improve the convenience and automation level of the operation. The gripper of the robot can accurately grip the clothing and transport it to a designated position, avoiding the risks of accidents or clothing damage that may be caused in manual operations, and the robotic arm and the gripper can precisely control the grasping and placing of the clothing according to a specific program.

[0037] In this embodiment, the laundry basket can be set to one or more according to different information of the clothing in the washing device. The laundry basket can be set to one or more according to the clothing information in the washing device. The clothing information includes clothing weight, clothing material, clothing style information.

[0038] The robot takes out the clothing taken out from the clothing washing device into different laundry baskets according to different information of the clothing. Putting the clothing into different laundry baskets can make the clothing easier to be sorted and classified after being taken out. Customers can easily sort the clothing according to different categories according to their own needs, reducing the sorting time and workload. The robot puts the clothing into the corresponding laundry baskets according to different information of the clothing, reducing the trouble and time cost in subsequent sorting. Customers can take out the clothing in the laundry basket by themselves and perform subsequent processing, improving the efficiency of the whole washing process. Classifying and putting the clothing into the corresponding laundry baskets can avoid different types of clothing from rubbing, winding and damaging each other. Each laundry basket can provide sufficient space and protection to ensure that the clothing will not be damaged or deformed during transportation and storage.

[0039] In this embodiment, the interior of the laundry basket can be made of soft and anti-friction materials to protect the clothes from damage or wrinkles.

[0040] In this embodiment, ventilation holes are provided on the laundry basket to ensure that the clothes can be ventilated and kept dry during storage, preventing the growth of odors or mold.

[0041] In this embodiment, the robot is also equipped with an autonomous path planning and obstacle avoidance function; the robot can avoid collisions with other objects or people by autonomously planning paths, avoiding possible accidents or damages. This function can ensure the safety of the robot during operation and protect the surrounding environment and other users; the robot can adjust the path according to the real-time environmental conditions through autonomous path planning to adapt to different customer needs and the layout of washing equipment. Whether it is a narrow passage between the laundry washing equipment or other obstacles, the robot can automatically plan the path and bypass the obstacles, providing more flexible operation. The robot can choose the fastest and most effective path to reach the laundry processing equipment, saving moving time and energy consumption. The robot can intelligently avoid congested or unnecessary path selections to complete the task most efficiently.

[0042] In this embodiment, the robot intelligently sorts the clothes through image scanning to determine the total weight of the clothes in the same dryer and the information of the lowest allowable drying temperature and the lowest drying time in the clothing material information. Since the moisture absorption and heat resistance of different clothing materials are different, it is necessary to determine the most suitable drying temperature according to the clothing material. For example, cotton clothes can usually be dried at a higher temperature, while special fibers such as wool or silk require a lower temperature. In addition, the thickness and weight of the clothes will also affect the adjustment of the lowest drying temperature. Thicker or heavier clothes may require a higher temperature to ensure that the internal moisture can be completely evaporated. The robot can sense the humidity in the drying drum through sensors. According to the monitored humidity level, the robot can adjust the drying temperature accordingly to ensure that the clothes are dried at an appropriate humidity. Or, if there are more clothes or the humidity is higher, the robot can choose a higher temperature to shorten the drying time. On the contrary, if there are fewer clothes or the humidity is lower, the robot can choose a lower temperature to avoid over-drying.

[0043] In this embodiment, the clothing information further includes clothing style information. The robot determines whether there are special lace or ornament styles on the clothes taken out from the clothing washing device according to the style information. If there are clothes with special lace or ornament styles, the robot sends the clothes to be put into the clothing drying device to the clothing drying device according to the drying conditions of the clothes with special styles. The drying conditions include drying rotation speed and temperature.

[0044] In this embodiment, the robot uses visual recognition technology or machine learning algorithms to identify and classify clothes, and judges the quality of the clothes and the lowest drying temperature that can be tolerated by analyzing the material, thickness and weight characteristics of the clothes. Alternatively, the robot sets up a clothing quality database, which records parameters such as the drying temperature range and the lowest drying time corresponding to clothes of various materials, thicknesses and weights. The robot can compare the identified clothing characteristics with the database to find suitable reference parameters. Or the robot sorts the clothes by identifying the label information of the clothes.

[0045] In this embodiment, the robot obtains the positioning information and navigation path of the clothing washing device, the idle laundry basket and the idle clothing drying device through a visual sensor, a positioning sensor or a laser sensor.

[0046] In this embodiment, the clothing weight can also be set by the robot by obtaining the mass change of the clothing washing device before and after washing or by setting a weighing function for the laundry basket. The robot judges whether the weight of the clothes taken out from the clothing washing device is less than the maximum capacity of the dryer according to the clothing weight information. If so, the robot puts the clothes taken out from the clothing washing device into the same clothing drying device. If not, the robot puts some clothes into another dryer or puts them into the same dryer in batches. For example, when the robot detects that the weight of the clothes taken out from the clothing washing device is greater than the maximum capacity of the dryer and there is no empty dryer, part of the clothes are put into the same dryer in batches for drying.

[0047] In this embodiment, if there are clothes made of special materials, the robot will put the sorted clothes made of special materials into a separate laundry basket.

[0048] In this embodiment, the robot can interact with the user to obtain the user's setting or selection of the drying parameters through means such as an interface or voice commands. The user can set parameters such as the minimum drying temperature and minimum drying time of the clothes according to their own needs, experience, or special requirements. The robot is equipped with various sensors, such as temperature sensors, humidity sensors, etc., to monitor the temperature and humidity during the drying process in real time. The robot analyzes the sensor data and adjusts the temperature and time of the dryer in a timely manner to ensure that the clothes are dried within a safe range.

[0049] In this embodiment, after the robot takes out the clothes from the clothes drying device and records that the set drying time has arrived, it observes the drying effect of each piece of clothing, including humidity, softness, and degree of wrinkles.

[0050] The robot evaluates the drying effect of the clothes in the same clothes drying device; takes out the clothes with an ideal drying effect and stores them in the laundry basket, and adjusts the drying temperature and time of the clothes with an unsatisfactory effect, then takes them out after secondary drying and stores them in the laundry basket.

[0051] In this embodiment, when the robot takes out the clothes from the clothes washing device, it sorts the clothes of different materials; if the material information of the taken-out clothes is the same, the robot puts them into the drum of the dryer and sends the drying time and drying temperature of the clothes material information to the dryer; if there are clothes of special materials, the robot puts the sorted special materials clothes into a separate laundry basket. If the material information of the taken-out clothes is different, the robot confirms the parameters of the drying time and drying temperature according to the lowest allowable drying temperature in the clothes material information and sends them to the dryer; the robot puts the clothes into the dryer, and sends a start drying signal to the dryer to make the dryer start working after the placement is completed. After the dryer finishes the drying work, the robot takes out the clothes therein and stores them in the laundry basket.

[0052] In this embodiment, the robot is equipped with sensors and cameras to sense the environment and identify clothes; the robot uses its sensors and cameras to detect the clothes in the clothes washing device and uses visual recognition technology or machine learning algorithms to identify and classify different types of clothes.

[0053] In this embodiment, once the robot identifies the clothes in one of the clothes washing devices, it will use a robotic arm or other appropriate tools to take out the clothes. The robot controls the force and angle when grasping the clothes to ensure that the clothes will not be damaged; the robot transports the clothes to the position of the dryer and uses a wheeled base or other transportation mechanisms, such as a conveyor belt or a grasping arm, to safely transport the clothes over.

[0054] In this embodiment, the robot places the clothes in the dryer and ensures that they are arranged reasonably to promote good drying effect. During the drying process, the robot uses sensors and cameras to monitor the drying process to ensure the normal operation of the dryer and avoid potential problems. Throughout the process, the robot is set to communicate wirelessly with the washing equipment and the dryer to obtain operation instructions and transmit status information. In addition, the robot should also have an obstacle avoidance function to ensure that it does not collide with other objects or people during transportation and operation. With the assistance of the robot, the automation degree of the washing process can be improved, the manual operation burden can be reduced, and the efficiency and accuracy can be improved.

[0055] In this embodiment, the laundry completion signal can be sent by the laundry washing equipment. The laundry completion signal is the basis for the laundry washing equipment to judge whether the laundry task is completed internally. Therefore, the accuracy of this signal is relatively high. By receiving this signal, the robot can accurately judge whether the laundry task is completed and thus perform corresponding operations. The laundry completion signal can also be sent manually. For example, by connecting wirelessly with devices such as mobile phones and tablets, the remote control operation and monitoring function of the robot can be realized. Users can monitor the progress of laundry and drying through mobile phone or tablet devices and remotely control the operation of the robot.

[0056] In this embodiment, after receiving the laundry completion signal sent by the laundry washing equipment, the robot can immediately start subsequent operations such as picking up clothes and putting clothes, which can effectively reduce the time and labor of manual operation and improve the efficiency of the laundry and drying process.

[0057] The above are only the preferred embodiments of the present invention and do not impose any form of limitation on the present invention. Although the present invention has been disclosed above with the preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present invention. Any person skilled in the art of this patent can make some changes or modifications into equivalent embodiments with equivalent changes by using the technical content prompted above within the scope of the technical solution of the present invention. The implementation schemes in the above embodiments can also be further combined or replaced. However, as long as it does not deviate from the technical solution of the present invention, any simple modification, equivalent change and modification made to the above embodiments according to the technical essence of the present invention still fall within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A method for collecting clothes to be processed, characterized in that: Model the entire house and set the designated areas. The robot collects clothes in the designated areas, detects the clothing information of the clothes, and the robot screens out the clothes to be processed from the collected clothes according to the clothing information.

2. The method for collecting clothes to be processed according to claim 1, characterized in that: Set the designated time for the robot to collect clothes. Collect clothes in the designated areas within the designated time.

3. The method for collecting clothes to be processed according to claim 2, characterized in that: The designated areas at least include a first designated area and a second designated area. The designated time includes a first time and a second time. When it is the first time, the robot collects clothes in the first designated area. When it is the second time, the robot collects clothes in the second designated area.

4. The method for collecting clothes to be processed according to claim 1, characterized in that: The clothing information at least includes the placement state of the clothes. Judge whether the clothes are clothes to be processed through the placement state of the clothes. If it is judged that the clothes are clothes to be processed, the robot places the clothes in the designated area and / or the laundry basket and / or the clothing processing device.

5. The method for collecting clothes to be processed according to claim 4, characterized in that: The placement state of the clothes at least includes being folded. The robot judges whether the placement state of the collected clothes is being folded. If so, the robot determines the clothes as non-clothes to be processed, and then the robot continues to collect clothes in the designated areas. If not, the robot determines the clothes as clothes to be processed, and the robot places the clothes to be processed in the laundry basket and / or the designated area and / or the clothing processing device.

6. The method for collecting clothes to be processed according to claim 5, characterized in that: After the robot completes a round of clothes collection and sorting, it checks the processed designated areas. The robot compares the processed designated areas with all the designated areas to find out the designated areas where clothes collection has not been carried out. The robot collects clothes in them. If it is found that there are clothes to be processed, the robot collects them according to the previously set areas.

7. The method for collecting clothes to be processed according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that: The robot receives the instructions of the designated time and the designated areas and collects clothes according to the instructions.

8. The method for collecting clothes to be processed according to claim 4, characterized in that: The clothing information also includes the color of the clothes and the type of the clothes. The robot obtains the image information of the clothes in the designated areas through a camera. The robot judges the color and material of the clothes according to the image information of the clothes.

9. The method for collecting clothes to be processed according to claim 8, characterized in that: The robot sorts the clothes to be processed according to the color and material type of the clothes to be processed. Place the sorted clothes to be processed in the laundry basket and / or the designated area. The robot puts the clothes to be processed in the laundry basket and / or the designated area into the clothing processing device.

10. A method for collecting clothes to be processed according to claim 9, characterized in that: The clothing information also includes the weight information of the clothes. The robot weighs the sorted clothes to be processed. Judge whether the weight of the sorted clothes to be processed is less than the maximum accommodation weight of the clothing processing device according to the weight of the sorted clothes to be processed. If so, the robot sorts and puts the clothes to be processed in the laundry basket and / or the designated area into the same clothing processing device according to the weight information. If not, put some clothes into the same clothing processing device in batches.

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