Cleaning assembly and shower equipment comprising same

Abstract

The invention discloses a cleaning assembly and shower equipment comprising the same. The cleaning assembly comprises a base (10), a connecting arm (20), a first action arm (30) and a second action arm (40). Wherein a first end (202) of the connecting arm (20) is connected with the base (10); the second end (201) of the connecting arm (20) is hinged to one end of the first action arm (30) so that the first action arm (30) can rotate around the second end (201). The second action arm (40) is connected with the first action arm (30), and the second action arm (40) is parallel to an extension shaft of the first action arm (30), so that the second action arm (40) can slide relative to the first action arm (30) along the extension shaft. A first cleaning element (302) is further arranged on one side of the first action arm (30); and a second cleaning element (402) is also arranged on one side of the second action arm (40). The cleaning assembly improves the cleaning efficiency.

Description

Cleaning component and shower equipment containing the same Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of shower equipment, and in particular to a cleaning component and a shower equipment comprising the same. Background Art

[0002] With the development of the home furnishing industry, more and more users choose shower rooms to separate dry and wet spaces.

[0003] Existing shower enclosures confine overflow and splashing liquid to a designated space. This splashing liquid adheres to and remains on the shower screen, forming water stains. Over time, this easily breeds bacteria, affecting both hygiene and aesthetics. Furthermore, splashing liquid can contain impurities such as body wash and grease, further increasing the persistence of these stains. However, existing towels and cleaning components are limited in their cleaning efficiency due to their limited cleaning area. Cleaning the shower screen is time-consuming and labor-intensive.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a cleaning assembly that is applicable to a shower room.

[0005] Summary of the Invention

[0006] In view of this, the technical problem to be solved by the present application is to provide a cleaning component with high cleaning efficiency.

[0007] In one aspect, an embodiment of the present application provides a cleaning assembly, the cleaning assembly comprising a base, a connecting arm, a first action arm, and a second action arm;

[0008] Wherein, the first end of the connecting arm is connected to the base; the second end of the connecting arm is hinged to one end of the first action arm, so that the first action arm rotates around the second end;

[0009] The second action arm is connected to the first action arm, and the second action arm is parallel to an extension axis of the first action arm, so that the second action arm can slide relative to the first action arm along the extension axis;

[0010] A first cleaning element is further provided on one side of the first action arm; and a second cleaning element is further provided on one side of the second action arm.

[0011] Through the above-described structure, the first action arm provided by the present application is hingedly connected to the second end of the connecting arm, enabling the first action arm to rotate around the second end within the plane of the connecting arm, while simultaneously driving the second action arm, which is overlapped with the first action arm, to rotate synchronously. When the first action arm rotates, the first cleaning element on the first action arm scrapes away water stains, and similarly, the second cleaning element on the second action arm also scrapes away water stains. In particular, the first action arm and the second action arm are axially slidably connected relative to each other, allowing the effective cleaning radius to be adjusted according to the size of the surface to be cleaned. For example, in a shower room, the screen surface is often equipped with components such as towel bars, handles, or hinges. By adjusting the length of the axially overlapping portion of the first action arm and the second action arm, existing components on the screen surface can be avoided, making cleaning more flexible. It should be noted that the connection between the first end of the connecting arm and the base can be a detachable connection (e.g., a threaded connection, a snap connection), a fixed connection (e.g., welding, riveting, etc.), or a hinged connection.

[0012] Optionally, the base includes a panel and a first connecting portion; the first connecting portion is erected on one side of the panel.

[0013] According to embodiments of the present application, the panel is used to secure the cleaning assembly and can be adhered to a mounting surface or secured to the mounting surface via screws or rivets. Typically, the mounting surface is a flat surface, such as a wall, a shower screen, or a shower enclosure frame. The first connecting portion can be a connecting rod, a plug plate, a threaded hole, or a hinged portion.

[0014] Optionally, the first end of the connecting arm forms a first hinge with the first connecting portion; and the rotation axis of the first hinge is parallel to the panel, so that the connecting arm rotates in a first working plane perpendicular to the panel.

[0015] Thus, the first hinge enables the connecting arm to rotate perpendicularly to the plane of the panel, thereby driving the rotation of the first and second operating arms perpendicularly to the plane of the panel. This allows the working surfaces of the first and second operating arms to be either the plane of the panel or any plane at an angle to the panel. This enables the cleaning assembly to clean the first surface A to be cleaned at an angle greater than or equal to 0° and less than or equal to 180° to the panel, thereby increasing the cleaning assembly's degree of freedom and enabling flexible deployment.

[0016] Optionally, the cleaning assembly further comprises a buckle; the buckle comprises a sliding portion and a fixing portion arranged in parallel;

[0017] Wherein, the sliding part is an open ring; the fixing part is a cover-shaped structure;

[0018] The sliding portion is engaged with the main body of the first action arm or the second action arm;

[0019] The fixing portion is sleeved with an end portion of the second action arm or the first action arm.

[0020] According to an embodiment of the present application, the first action arm or the second action arm is snapped into the inner side of the sliding portion through the opening of the open ring, so that the buckle can slide along the extension axis of the first action arm or the second action arm. The fixed portion cover structure provided in an embodiment of the present application is sleeved on the end of the second action arm or the first action arm, thereby preventing axial movement of the second action arm or the first action arm. The first action arm and the second action arm are arranged side by side by the buckle, and can slide relative to each other without disengaging. Preferably, the cleaning assembly includes two buckles to prevent the second action arm from swinging when the cleaning assembly is working.

[0021] Optionally, the buckle further includes an extension portion;

[0022] The extending portion is located between the sliding portion and the fixing portion, and the extending portion extends in a direction away from a connecting line between a center of the sliding portion and a center of the fixing portion;

[0023] One end of the extension portion away from the connecting line between the center of the sliding portion and the center of the fixing portion includes a through slot, and the through slot is used to install a first guide wheel, and the first guide wheel rolls in a direction perpendicular to the extending direction of the first action arm.

[0024] The first guide wheel reduces the friction between the first cleaning element and the surface to be cleaned and the friction between the second cleaning element and the surface to be cleaned, thereby improving the working fluency of the cleaning assembly.

[0025] Optionally, at least one limiting plate is further provided at the opening position of the sliding portion; the at least one limiting plate is used to prevent the cleaning element from rotating around the central axis of the first action arm or the second action arm when the cleaning assembly is working.

[0026] At least one limiting plate at least partially overlaps with the first card slot or the second card slot, thereby limiting the first card slot or the second card slot, preventing the first cleaning element in the first card slot or the second cleaning element in the second card slot from rotating around the first action arm or the second action arm under the action of the reaction force of the surface to be cleaned, thereby weakening the cleanliness of the scraping. It should be understood that at least one limiting plate is not an indispensable feature. If the cross-section of the first action arm or the second action arm is non-circular (such as a triangle, a quadrilateral, a hexagon or an octagon, etc.), the contour of the action arm itself forms a limit for the cleaning element, so no additional limiting plate is required.

[0027] Optionally, the size of the extension portion satisfies the following requirements: when the first cleaning element or the second cleaning element is in a natural state, the height of the first guide wheel along the direction in which the first cleaning element protrudes from the first slot is less than the height of the first cleaning element; or, along the direction in which the second cleaning element protrudes from the second slot, the height of the first guide wheel is lower than the height of the second cleaning element.

[0028] The size of the extension portion meeting the above conditions can not only ensure that the first and second cleaning elements are in full contact with the surface to be cleaned, but also reduce the friction between the first and second cleaning elements and the surface to be cleaned through the first guide wheel, thereby ensuring the smooth operation of the cleaning assembly.

[0029] Optionally, along the extension direction of the first action arm, the end of the second action arm away from the first action arm further includes a guide groove;

[0030] A second guide wheel is installed in the guide groove, and a rotation axis of the second guide wheel is perpendicular to the extension direction of the second action arm.

[0031] The second guide wheel is located at an end of the second action arm away from the first action arm. When the second action arm approaches the ground or the ceiling, the second guide wheel contacts the ground or the ceiling, avoiding friction between the second action arm and the ground or the ceiling, while improving the smoothness of the work.

[0032] Optionally, the first action arm includes a connecting rod and an operating rod;

[0033] Wherein, a first slot is formed on the side wall of the operating rod, and the first cleaning element is embedded in the first slot;

[0034] One end of the connecting rod is hinged to the second end of the connecting arm; the other end of the connecting rod is sleeved to one end of the operating rod, so that the connecting rod and the operating rod can rotate coaxially relative to each other, thereby adjusting the posture of the first cleaning element.

[0035] This allows the first cleaning element to rotate around the extension axis of the first action arm. Due to the presence of the buckle, the second cleaning element of the second action arm also rotates with the rotation of the first cleaning element. Therefore, by dividing the first action arm into a connecting rod and an operating rod, and achieving relative rotation between the operating rod and the connecting rod in a sleeve-type form, the rotation of the second action arm is further driven, further increasing the degrees of freedom of the first cleaning element and the second cleaning element. This structure enables the cleaning assembly to clean the second surface to be cleaned B that has an angle greater than or equal to 0° and less than or equal to 180° with the panel.

[0036] It should be noted that the angle between the panel and the plane to be cleaned is the angle from the panel surface to the surface to be cleaned.

[0037] In a second aspect, the present application further provides a shower device, comprising a frame, a screen, and a cleaning assembly provided according to any embodiment;

[0038] The periphery of the screen is at least partially surrounded by the frame; the base of the cleaning component is arranged on a surface of the frame parallel to the screen;

[0039] When the cleaning assembly is in a non-working state, the first action arm and the second action arm are located within the projection of the frame;

[0040] When the cleaning assembly is in a working state, the first action arm and the second action arm rotate around the second end of the connecting arm.

[0041] In this way, it is achieved that when the cleaning component is not in operation, it naturally hangs down under the action of gravity and is located within the projection of the frame, without destroying the beauty of the shower equipment. When the cleaning component is working, the first action arm or the second action arm can be held by hand to sweep on the surface to be cleaned, and the second action arm can be telescoped along the first action arm to avoid obstacles (such as handles, towel racks, etc.). Optionally, the total length of the first action arm and the second action arm is adjusted according to the size of the surface to be cleaned. Preferably, when the second action arm is in a fully extended state, the effective scraping length of the first cleaning element and the second cleaning element is less than or equal to the maximum value of the distance from the second end of the connecting arm to the edge of the surface to be cleaned. Preferably, when the second action arm is in a fully retracted state, the effective scraping length of the first cleaning element and the second cleaning element is less than or equal to the minimum value of the distance from the second end of the connecting arm to the edge of the surface to be cleaned. For example, when the second action arm is in a fully retracted state, the effective scraping length of the first cleaning element and the second cleaning element is greater than or equal to 1 / 2 of the width of the surface to be cleaned.

[0042] The above technical solutions provided by the embodiments of the present application have achieved at least the following technical effects:

[0043] This cleaning assembly increases the area covered by a single cleaning pass, capable of covering the entire surface to be cleaned, significantly improving cleaning efficiency. The cleaning assembly operates by simply holding the first and / or second action arms and sweeping across the cleaning surface, making it easier for the operator to exert force and enabling cleaning to be completed while standing. This eliminates the need for extensive bending or squatting required with a towel or existing wipers when cleaning lower surfaces, making it more ergonomic and further improving cleaning efficiency.

[0044] The shower device provided in the embodiment of the present application has the cleaning component provided in the above embodiment installed on the frame, so that the cleaning component is within the projection range of the frame under the action of gravity when not in operation, thereby reducing the difficulty of cleaning the shower device without destroying the beauty of the shower device. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0045] FIG1 shows an optional installation diagram of a cleaning assembly provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0046] FIG2 is a schematic diagram showing an assembly of an optional structure of a cleaning component provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0047] FIG3 shows a schematic diagram of an optional structure of a base provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0048] FIG4 shows a schematic diagram of an optional structure of a connecting arm provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0049] FIG5 shows another optional structural schematic diagram of the connecting arm provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0050] FIG6 is a schematic diagram showing an optional structure of a first action arm provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0051] FIG7 shows a schematic diagram of an optional connection between a first action arm and a second action arm provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0052] FIG8 is a schematic diagram showing another optional structure of the first action arm provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0053] FIG9 is an exploded schematic diagram showing an optional structure of the first action arm shown in FIG8 ;

[0054] FIG10 is a schematic diagram showing an optional structure of a second action arm provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0055] FIG11 is an exploded schematic diagram showing an optional structure of the second action arm shown in FIG10 ;

[0056] FIG12 shows a schematic diagram of an optional structure of a buckle provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0057] FIG13 shows another optional structural diagram of the buckle provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0058] FIG14 is a schematic diagram showing an optional assembly of a buckle and a first action arm provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0059] FIG15 is a schematic diagram showing the posture of the cleaning component in different working states provided by an embodiment of the present application.

[0060] The reference numerals in the figure respectively represent: 10-base; 20-connecting arm; 30-first action arm; 40-second action arm; 50-buckle; 101-panel; 102-first connecting part; 201-second end; 202-first end; 203-limiting hole; 301-first card slot; 302-first cleaning element; 303-third end; 304-fourth end; 401-second card slot; 402-second cleaning element; 403-guide groove; 501-sliding part; 502-fixing part; 503-extension part; 504-through groove; 801-first guide wheel; 802-second guide wheel; 31-connecting rod; 32-operating rod; 2021-first hinge column; 2022-avoidance hole; 2011-second hinge column. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0061] The following description is merely exemplary in nature and is not intended to limit the present disclosure, its application, or uses. It should be understood that corresponding reference numerals in the drawings indicate the same or corresponding parts and features throughout.

[0062] Example embodiments are provided so that the present disclosure is comprehensive and fully conveys the scope to those skilled in the art. Many specific details, such as examples of specific components, devices, and methods, are set forth to provide a comprehensive understanding of the embodiments of the present disclosure. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the specific details need not be employed and that the example embodiments may be implemented in many different forms, and none of these should be construed as limiting the scope of the present disclosure. In some example embodiments, well-known methods, well-known device structures, and well-known technologies are not described in detail.

[0063] When an element or layer is referred to as being "on," "engaged to," "connected to," or "coupled to" another element or layer, the element or layer can be directly on, directly engaged to, connected to, or coupled to the other element or layer, or there can be intervening elements or layers. In contrast, when an element is referred to as being "directly on," "directly engaged to," "directly connected to," or "directly coupled to" another element or layer, there are no intervening elements or layers. Other words used to describe the relationship between elements should be interpreted in a like manner (e.g., "between" versus "directly between," "adjacent to" versus "directly adjacent to," etc.). As used herein, the term "and / or" includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0064] Although the terms first, second, third etc. can be used herein to describe different elements, components, regions, layers and / or parts, these elements, components, regions, layers and / or parts should not be limited by these terms. These terms can only be used to distinguish an element, component, region, layer and / or part from another region, layer and / or part. Terms such as "first", "second" and other numerical terms do not mean order or sequence when used in this article, unless clearly indicated by context. Thus, the first element, component, region, layer or part discussed below can be referred to as the second element, component, region, layer or part, without departing from the teachings of exemplary embodiments.

[0065] Referring to Figures 1 and 2, the present application provides a cleaning assembly for a shower device. Figure 1 shows a schematic diagram of an installation position of the cleaning assembly. As shown in Figure 1, the cleaning assembly can be optionally installed on the frame surface of a shower room. A in Figure 1 is a first surface to be cleaned, and B in Figure 1 is a second surface to be cleaned. Figure 2 shows an optional assembly diagram of the cleaning assembly. Referring to Figure 2, the cleaning assembly includes a base 10, a connecting arm 20, a first action arm 30, a second action arm 40, and a buckle 50.

[0066] Specifically, the first end 202 of the connecting arm 20 is connected to the base 10, and the second end 201 of the connecting arm 20 is hinged to one end of the first action arm 30 so that the first action arm 30 rotates around the second end 201. The second action arm 40 is connected to the first action arm 30, and the second action arm 40 is parallel to the extension axis of the first action arm 30, so that the second action arm 40 can slide relative to the first action arm 30 along the extension axis. The side wall of the first action arm 30 is provided with a first cleaning element 302; the side wall of the second action arm 40 is provided with a second cleaning element 402. Hereinafter, the first action arm 30 and the second action arm 40 may be collectively referred to as action arms. Hereinafter, the first cleaning element 302 and the second cleaning element 402 may be collectively referred to as cleaning elements. According to an embodiment of the present application, preferably, the cleaning element is detachably connected to the action arm so that it can be replaced according to the cleaning scenario or the degree of wear or contamination of the cleaning element.

[0067] In some optional embodiments, as shown in FIG3 , the base 10 includes a panel 101 and a first connecting portion 102. The panel 101 is a sheet-like structure, and the first connecting portion 102 is vertically arranged on one side of the panel 101. The side of the panel 101 away from the first connecting portion 102 forms surface contact with the mounting surface. Optionally, the panel 101 is adhered to the mounting surface. Alternatively, the panel 101 can be fixed to the mounting surface by screws, rivets, etc. Alternatively, a snap-fit ​​member is further provided on the side of the panel 101 away from the first connecting portion 102, and the panel 101 is connected to the mounting surface via the snap-fit ​​member.

[0068] [Corrected 11.10.2024 according to Rule 91] According to an embodiment of the present application, the first connecting portion 102 is used to install the connecting arm 20. In some optional embodiments, one end of the connecting arm 20 is rigidly connected to the first connecting portion 102. For example, the connecting arm 20 is connected to the first connecting portion 102 by means of an interference fit, a snap fit, a threaded connection, etc. After connection, the relative positions of the connecting arm 20 and the first connecting portion 102 are fixed. For another example, as shown in Figures 3 and 4, the first connecting portion 102 is a sheet-like plug-in plate, and the first end 202 of the connecting arm 20 is a slot. After the sheet-like plug-in plate is inserted into the slot, the fastener is passed through the limiting hole 203 to fasten the sheet-like plug-in plate.

[0069] [Corrected 11.10.2024 according to Rule 91] In some other optional embodiments, the connecting arm 20 is hinged to the first connecting part 102. Specifically, the first end 202 of the connecting arm 20 forms a first hinge with the first connecting part 102. The rotation axis of the first hinge is parallel to the panel 101, so that the connecting arm 20 can rotate around the first end 202 in a plane perpendicular to the panel 101. Exemplarily, as shown in Figure 5, the connecting arm 20 includes a first end 202 and a second end 201, wherein the first end 202 is used to form a first hinge with the first connecting part, and the second end 201 is used to form a second hinge with the first action arm 30. Optionally, the rotation axis of the first hinge and the rotation axis of the second hinge are perpendicular to each other. Exemplarily, as shown in Figure 5, the first end 202 includes a first hinge column 2021 and an avoidance hole 2022, and the second end 201 includes a second hinge column 2011. In some optimized embodiments, a limiting device, such as a limiting protrusion and a corresponding recess, is further provided at the contact position between the first connecting portion 102 and the first end 202 to limit the angle between the connecting arm 20 and the panel 101. It is readily understood that the absence of the limiting device does not affect the basic cleaning function of the cleaning assembly, as the surface to be cleaned itself acts as a limit on the cleaning assembly.

[0070] In some exemplary embodiments, the first action arm 30 and the second action arm 40 are preferably rod-shaped or strip-shaped structures. Along a direction perpendicular to the extension direction of the rod-shaped / strip-shaped structure, the cross-sectional shape of the rod-shaped structure may include circular, quadrilateral, hexagonal, or octagonal shapes. It should be understood that the rod-shaped or strip-shaped structure is not limited to extending in a straight line, nor is it limited to circular or polygonal cross-sectional shapes. It can be any shape that is convenient for storage or easy for the operator to hold.

[0071] Optionally, any end of the first action arm 30, i.e., the third end 303, forms a second hinge with the second end 201 of the connecting arm 20. The rotation axis of the second hinge is perpendicular to the rotation axis of the first hinge, and the rotation axis of the second hinge is perpendicular to the plane in which the first action arm 30 is located. Through the second hinge, the first action arm 30 rotates around the second end 202, and drives the second action arm 40 to rotate synchronously, thereby achieving cleaning of the surface to be cleaned. The first hinge cooperates with the second hinge to achieve cleaning of the first surface to be cleaned A whose angle α with the panel is greater than 0° and less than or equal to 180°. Thereby, the flexibility of the cleaning component provided in the present application is improved, so that the cleaning component can be applied to more types of shower rooms, such as rectangular shower rooms or diamond-shaped shower rooms.

[0072] [Corrected 11.10.2024 in accordance with Rule 91] More advantageously, as shown in Figure 6, the first action arm 30 includes a connecting rod 31 and an operating rod 32. The connecting rod 31 and the operating rod 32 are socketed together, allowing them to rotate relative to each other about their common central axis. The end of the connecting rod 31, farther from the center of the operating rod 32, is a third end 303, which is configured to form a second hinged connection with the second end 201 of the connecting arm 20. A first cleaning element is disposed on either side of the operating rod, and the operating rod and the second action arm are axially slidably connected. By holding the connecting rod stationary and rotating the operating rod, the first cleaning element can be rotated about the central axis of the connecting rod. Preferably, when the operating rod is rotated, the second action arm connected to the first operating rod rotates accordingly. Accordingly, the orientation of the second cleaning element also changes. This allows the orientation or posture of the cleaning element to be adjusted. This mechanism allows the angle between the cleaning element and the cleaning surface to be adjusted according to the needs of different cleaning tasks, while also enabling cleaning of the second surface B to be cleaned. On this basis, combined with the first hinge, it is possible to clean two opposing surfaces to be cleaned, A and B, further improving the flexibility of the cleaning assembly. For example, the connection between the connecting rod 31 and the operating rod 32 can be via a threaded connection, a snap connection, or a position limiter 33. It is readily understood that the connecting rod 31 and the operating rod 32 can achieve coaxial relative rotation and prevent axial movement through conventional techniques in the art.

[0073] It should be noted that the connection between the first action arm 30 and the second action arm 40 can be any technical means understood by those skilled in the art, as long as the first action arm 30 and the second action arm 40 can slide relative to each other in the axial direction. For example, as shown in Figure 7, the first action arm 30 and the second action arm 40 are sleeved. For another example, the first action arm 30 and the second action arm 40 are overlapped by a buckle 50. The axial direction here refers to the extension axis (also referred to as the length axis) of the first action arm 30 or the second action arm 40. Exemplarily, as shown in Figure 7, the first action arm 30 and the second action arm 40 are square profiles, and the first action arm 30 and the second action arm 40 are sleeved. Optionally, the cleaning assembly also includes a buckle 50 for preventing the second action arm 40 from swinging.

[0074] It is not difficult to understand that the cleaning elements include wiper strips, brushes, roller brushes or other flexible cleaning tools to adapt to different cleaning scenarios. It should be understood that the cleaning elements can be installed on one side of the action arm by any technical means understood by those skilled in the art. For example, the cleaning element can be pasted on one side surface of the action arm. For another example, a slot can be provided on one side surface of the action arm by directly grooving, integrally forming or pasting on one side surface of the action arm, so that at least part of the cleaning element is embedded in the slot. As another example, clamping plates are fixed radially at both ends of the action arm, and the cleaning tool (such as a wiper strip or a roller brush) is embedded between the clamping plates. It is not difficult to understand that when the first action arm is socketed with the second action arm, the cleaning elements on the two action arms avoid each other in the circumferential direction of the action arm to avoid mutual interference between the corresponding cleaning elements when the first action arm 30 and the second action arm 40 slide relative to each other in the axial direction.

[0075] [Corrected 11.10.2024 in accordance with Rule 91] In an alternative embodiment, as shown in Figures 7 to 9, a first slot 301 is formed on one side of the first actuating arm 30, and a first cleaning element 302 is embedded in the first slot 301. The first cleaning element 302 at least partially protrudes from the first slot 301 in a direction perpendicular to the extension direction of the first actuating arm 30. Figure 8 shows the structure of the first cleaning element 302 engaged with the first slot 301 from different perspectives. Figure 9 shows the structure of the first cleaning element 302 disassembled from different perspectives.

[0076] [Corrected 11.10.2024 in accordance with Rule 91] According to yet other optional embodiments, as shown in Figures 10 and 11 , a second slot 401 is formed on one side of the second action arm 40, and a second cleaning element 402 is embedded in the second slot 401; the second cleaning element 402 at least partially protrudes from the second slot 401 in a direction perpendicular to the extension direction of the second action arm 40. Figure 10 shows the structure of the second cleaning element 402 and the second slot 401 when combined from different perspectives. Figure 11 shows the structure of the second cleaning element 402 and the second slot 401 when separated from each other from different perspectives. For example, the cleaning element illustrated in Figures 6 to 11 is a wiper strip, the scraping portion of which includes radially distributed thin slices. Optionally, the wiper strip is made of a flexible material such as rubber or silicone.

[0077] [Corrected 11.10.2024 in accordance with Rule 91] According to some optional embodiments of the present application, as shown in FIG10 , one end of the second action arm 40 further includes a guide slot 403 for mounting a second guide wheel 802. The rotation axis of the second guide wheel 802 is perpendicular to the extension axis of the second action arm, and when the cleaning assembly is in operation, the second guide wheel 802 is perpendicular to the surface to be cleaned. When the end of the second action arm 40 away from the first action arm 30 approaches the ground or ceiling, the second guide wheel 802 can reduce friction between the second action arm 40 and the ground or ceiling, thereby increasing the smoothness of the operation of the cleaning assembly.

[0078] [Corrected 11.10.2024 in accordance with Rule 91] In yet other optional embodiments, as shown in Figures 2, 12, 13, and 14, the cleaning assembly further includes a buckle 50. The first action arm 30 and the second action arm 40 are overlapped by the buckle 50, allowing the second action arm 40 to slide along the extension axis of the first action arm 30. Referring to Figure 12, the buckle 50 includes a sliding portion 501 and a fixing portion 502 arranged in parallel. The sliding portion 501 is an open ring, and the fixing portion 502 is a cover-like structure. As shown in Figures 2 and 14, the sliding portion 501 is snap-fitted to the main body of the first action arm 30 or the second action arm 40, while the fixing portion 502 is sleeved onto the end of the first action arm 30 or the second action arm 40. This achieves an overlapped connection between the first action arm and the second action arm. As shown in Figures 2, 5, and 10, the end of the first action arm 30 away from the connecting arm 20 (i.e., the fourth end 304) matches the shape of the fixing portion 502. The end of the fourth end 304 has a threaded hole, and the bottom of the fixing portion 502 has a through hole. When the clip 50 is sleeved with the first action arm, the threaded hole is aligned with the through hole, and the fixing portion is fixedly connected to the first action arm by a bolt. As shown in Figures 2 and 10, the end of the second action arm 40 close to the first action arm 30 has a threaded hole, and this end matches the shape of the fixing portion 502, so that the second action arm 40 and the fixing portion 502 can be fixedly connected by a threaded connection. Optionally, the cleaning assembly includes two clips, as shown in Figure 2, one of the two clips is fixedly connected to the fourth end 304 of the first action arm 30, and the other is fixedly connected to the end of the second action arm 40 close to the first action arm 30. In this way, the second action arm 40 can be prevented from swinging when rotating with the first action arm 30. Optionally, increasing the axial length of the sliding portion 501 can increase the stability of the first action arm and the second action arm when they slide axially relative to each other. In this way, only one buckle 50 is needed to prevent the second action arm from swinging when the first action arm and the second action arm slide axially relative to each other.

[0079] In some preferred embodiments, as shown in Figure 12, the buckle 50 also includes an extension portion 503. The extension portion 503 is located between the sliding portion 501 and the fixed portion 502, and the extension portion 503 extends in a direction away from the connecting line between the center of the sliding portion 501 and the center of the fixed portion 502. One end of the extension portion 503 away from the connecting line between the center of the sliding portion 501 and the center of the fixed portion 502 includes a through groove 504, and the through groove 504 is used to install the first guide wheel 801, and the first guide wheel 801 rolls in a direction perpendicular to the extension direction of the first action arm 30. That is, the first guide wheel 801 can roll on the surface to be cleaned. It is not difficult to understand that the depth of the through groove 504 satisfies: the first guide wheel 801 at least partially protrudes from the top of the through groove 504 or the end of the extension portion 503.

[0080] Furthermore, the dimensions of the extension 503 satisfy the following requirements: when the first cleaning element 302 or the second cleaning element 402 is in its natural state, the height of the first guide wheel 801 is less than the height of the first cleaning element 302 along the direction in which the first cleaning element 302 protrudes from the first actuating arm 30; or, the height of the second guide wheel 802 is less than the height of the second cleaning element 402 along the direction in which the second cleaning element 402 protrudes from the second actuating arm 40. This reduces friction between the cleaning assembly and the surface to be cleaned while ensuring contact between the cleaning elements and the surface to be cleaned, thereby improving the smoothness of the cleaning assembly during operation.

[0081] [Corrected 11.10.2024 according to Rule 91] In yet other optional embodiments, at least one limiting plate 505 is further provided at the opening of the sliding portion 501. The limiting plate 505 is used to prevent the first cleaning element 302 or the second cleaning element 402 from rotating about the central axis of the first actuating arm 30 or the second actuating arm 40 during operation of the cleaning assembly. For example, as shown in Figures 12 and 13 , the limiting plate 505 and the extension portion 503 form a limiting slot.

[0082] In another aspect, embodiments of the present application also provide a shower device. As shown in Figure 1 , the shower device comprises a frame, a screen, and a cleaning assembly provided according to any of the aforementioned embodiments. The screen is at least partially surrounded by the frame; a base 10 of the cleaning assembly is disposed on a surface of the frame parallel to the screen. The frame provides support for the screen.

[0083] When the cleaning assembly is in a non-working state, the first action arm 30 and the second action arm 40 are located within the projection range of the frame; when the cleaning assembly is in a working state, the first action arm 30 and the second action arm 40 rotate around the second end of the connecting arm 20.

[0084] (a), (c), (d) and (e) in Figure 15 respectively show the posture schematic diagrams of the cleaning component provided by the present application from the non-working state to the first extreme position.

[0085] In summary, the cleaning assembly increases the area covered by a single cleaning, and a single cleaning can cover the entire surface to be cleaned, significantly improving cleaning efficiency. When the cleaning assembly is in operation, it only requires holding the first action arm and / or the second action arm to sweep across the cleaning screen, which is more conducive to the operator's exertion and can complete cleaning in a standing posture. As a result, when cleaning lower areas, the cleaning assembly does not require bending or squatting as much as with a towel or existing wipers, which is more ergonomic and helps further improve cleaning efficiency.

[0086] The shower device provided in the embodiment of the present application has the cleaning component provided in the above embodiment installed on the frame, so that the cleaning component is within the projection range of the frame under the action of gravity when not in operation, thereby reducing the difficulty of cleaning the shower device without destroying the beauty of the shower device.

[0087] The above embodiments are only intended to help understand the method and core concept of the present invention. It should be noted that, without departing from the principles of the present invention, a number of improvements and modifications may be made to the present invention by those skilled in the art, and such improvements and modifications also fall within the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A cleaning component, characterized in that: The cleaning assembly comprises a base (10), a connecting arm (20), a first action arm (30) and a second action arm (40); Wherein, the first end of the connecting arm (20) is connected to the base (10); the second end of the connecting arm (20) is hinged to one end of the first action arm (30), so that the first action arm (30) rotates around the second end; The second action arm (40) is connected to the first action arm (30), and the second action arm (40) is parallel to an extension axis of the first action arm (30), so that the second action arm (40) can slide relative to the first action arm (30) along the extension axis; A first cleaning element (302) is also provided on one side of the first action arm (30); and a second cleaning element (402) is also provided on one side of the second action arm (40).

2. The cleaning assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base (10) comprises a panel (101) and a first connecting portion (102); the first connecting portion (102) is erected on one side of the panel (101).

3. The cleaning assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first end of the connecting arm (20) forms a first hinge with the first connecting portion (102); the rotation axis of the first hinge is parallel to the panel, so that the connecting arm (20) rotates in a first working plane perpendicular to the panel.

4. The cleaning assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: The cleaning assembly further comprises a buckle (50); the buckle (50) comprises a sliding portion (501) and a fixing portion (502) arranged in parallel; Wherein, the sliding part (501) is an open ring; the fixing part (502) is a cover-shaped structure; The sliding portion (501) is clamped with the main body of the first action arm (30) or the second action arm (40); The fixing portion (502) is sleeved with an end portion of the first action arm (30) or the second action arm (40).

5. The cleaning assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that: The buckle (50) further includes an extension portion (503); The extending portion (503) is located between the sliding portion (501) and the fixing portion (502), and the extending portion (503) is located away from the center of the sliding portion (501) and the fixing portion (502). The direction of the connecting line of the center extends; One end of the extension portion (503) away from the connecting line between the center of the sliding portion (501) and the center of the fixing portion (502) comprises a through groove (504), and the through groove (504) is used to install a first guide wheel (801), and the first guide wheel (801) rolls in a direction perpendicular to the extension direction of the first action arm (30).

6. The cleaning assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that: At least one limiting plate (505) is also provided at the opening position of the sliding portion (501); the at least one limiting plate (505) is used to prevent the first cleaning element (302) or the second cleaning element (402) from rotating around the central axis of the first action arm (30) or the second action arm (40) when the cleaning assembly is working.

7. The cleaning assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that: The size of the extension portion (503) satisfies the following requirements: when the first cleaning element (302) or the second cleaning element (402) is in a natural state, along the direction in which the first cleaning element (302) protrudes from the first action arm (30), the height of the first guide wheel (801) is less than the height of the first cleaning element (302); or, along the direction in which the second cleaning element (402) protrudes from the second action arm (40), the height of the first guide wheel (801) is lower than the height of the second cleaning element (402).

8. The cleaning assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: Along the extension direction of the first action arm (30), one end of the second action arm (40) away from the first action arm (30) further comprises a guide groove (403); A second guide wheel (802) is installed in the guide groove (403), and the rotation axis of the second guide wheel (802) is perpendicular to the extension direction of the second action arm (40).

9. The cleaning assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: The first action arm (30) comprises a connecting rod (31) and an operating rod (32); Wherein, a first slot (301) is formed on the side wall of the operating rod (32), and the first cleaning element (302) is embedded in the first slot (301); One end of the connecting rod (31) is hinged to the second end of the connecting arm (20); the other end of the connecting rod is sleeved to one end of the operating rod (32), so that the connecting rod (31) and the operating rod (32) can rotate coaxially relative to each other, thereby adjusting the posture of the first cleaning element (302).

10. A shower device, characterized in that: The shower device comprises a frame, a screen and a cleaning assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 9; The periphery of the screen is at least partially surrounded by the frame; the base of the cleaning component is arranged on a surface of the frame parallel to the screen; When the cleaning component is in a non-working state, the first action arm (30) and the second action arm (40) are located within the projection of the frame; When the cleaning component is in a working state, the first action arm (30) and the second action arm (40) rotate around the second end of the connecting arm (20).

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