Electrolysis device and clothes treatment equipment

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of clothes treatment, and provides an electrolysis device and clothes treatment equipment. The electrolysis device comprises an electrode assembly, the electrode assembly comprises a solid electrolyte, a supporting framework and an electrode plate, and the solid electrolyte is arranged on the supporting framework; at least one electrode plate is a cathode, at least one electrode plate is an anode, the cathode and the anode are superposed along a first direction, and a solid electrolyte is arranged between the cathode and the anode. According to the electrolysis device provided by the embodiment of the invention, the solid electrolyte can transfer ions, and water quality is prevented from influencing the power of the electrode plate.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of clothing processing technology, and in particular to an electrolysis device and clothing processing equipment. Background Technology

[0002] This section is intended to provide background or context for embodiments of this application. The description herein is not intended to imply that it is prior art simply because it is included in this section.

[0003] The garment processing equipment is equipped with an electrolysis device. The electrolysis device electrolyzes water through the cathode and anode to generate substances such as hydroxyl radicals and / or ozone. Hydroxyl radicals (·OH) and ozone have strong oxidizing capabilities and have good bactericidal and disinfecting effects.

[0004] In related technologies, the cathode and anode are alternately placed in a liquid water for water electrolysis. However, water quality varies greatly in different regions, and water quality can easily affect the power of the electrolysis device. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In view of this, embodiments of this application aim to provide an electrolysis device and clothing treatment equipment, in which a solid electrolyte can transfer ions, avoiding the influence of water quality on the power of the electrode plates.

[0006] A first aspect of this application provides an electrolysis apparatus, including an electrode assembly, the electrode assembly comprising:

[0007] Solid electrolyte;

[0008] A support frame, wherein the solid electrolyte is disposed on the support frame;

[0009] The electrode sheet, at least one of the electrode sheets being a cathode and at least one of the electrode sheets being an anode, the cathode and the anode being stacked along a first direction, and the solid electrolyte being disposed between the cathode and the anode.

[0010] In some embodiments, the solid electrolyte covers at least one side of the support frame along a first direction.

[0011] In some embodiments, the support frame has a mesh structure.

[0012] In some embodiments, a plane perpendicular to the first direction is used as the projection plane, and the projection of the electrode sheet is located within the projection range of the solid electrolyte.

[0013] In some embodiments, the electrode sheet forms a through hole penetrating two sides of the electrode sheet along a first direction, and the effective area of ​​at least one side of the electrode sheet along the first direction is 2 cm². 2 Up to 50cm 2 .

[0014] In some embodiments, the electrolysis apparatus includes two clamping members, with the electrode assembly clamped between the two clamping members.

[0015] In some embodiments, the clamping member includes clamping plates, with the clamping plates of the two clamping members located on both sides of the electrode assembly along a first direction.

[0016] In some embodiments, the clamping plate has a fluid passage notch that extends through both sides of the clamping plate along a first direction.

[0017] In some embodiments, the clamping member includes a fastener and a fixing lug connected to the clamping plate, the fastener passing through the fixing lugs of the two clamping members.

[0018] In some embodiments, the electrolysis apparatus includes an insulating element, with one of the insulating elements disposed between the fixing lugs of the two clamping members.

[0019] In some embodiments, the electrode sheet is in conductive contact with the clamping member.

[0020] In some embodiments, the electrolysis apparatus includes a housing having an inlet, an outlet, and a flow cavity, the inlet and the outlet being in communication with the flow cavity, and at least a portion of the electrode assembly being located within the flow cavity.

[0021] In some embodiments, the liquid inlet is formed on one side of the housing along a second direction, and the liquid outlet is formed on the lower surface of the housing, wherein the second direction, the vertical direction, and the first direction are perpendicular to each other.

[0022] A second aspect of this application provides a garment processing device, comprising:

[0023] Garment processing chamber;

[0024] In any of the above-described electrolysis devices, the fluid after electrolysis by the electrode assembly enters the clothing processing chamber.

[0025] The electrolysis apparatus provided in this application has two advantages. First, the solid electrolyte is disposed between the anode and cathode to prevent short circuits between them. The solid electrolyte can transfer ions and conduct electricity independently of ions in the aqueous solution, thus avoiding the influence of water quality on the power of the electrode plates. Second, the solid electrolyte is used to facilitate the migration of at least one of anions and cations, and the supporting framework enhances the mechanical strength of the solid electrolyte. The solid electrolyte is not easily punctured and is not easily damaged during the assembly of the electrolysis apparatus. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of an electrode assembly provided in some embodiments of this application, where L is the axis of symmetry of the electrode sheet;

[0027] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure shown from another perspective;

[0028] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the support frame provided in some embodiments of this application;

[0029] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly structure of the electrode assembly and clamping member provided in some embodiments of this application;

[0030] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure shown from another perspective;

[0031] Figure 6 for Figure 4 Exploded view of the structure shown;

[0032] Figure 7 This application provides schematic diagrams of the assembly structure of the electrode components, clamps, and housings according to some embodiments.

[0033] Figure 8 for Figure 7 The diagram shown is a schematic representation of the structure from a second-direction perspective.

[0034] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an electrolysis apparatus provided in some embodiments of this application.

[0035] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0036] Electrolysis apparatus 100;

[0037] Electrode assembly 10; electrode sheet 11; through hole 11a; cathode 111; anode 112; solid electrolyte 121; support frame 122;

[0038] Clamping component 20; clamping plate 21; liquid passage notch 21a; first clamping plate 21b; second clamping plate 21c; frame 211; clearance space 211a; reinforcing rib 212; fastener 22; fixing ear 23; power connection part 24;

[0039] Insulating component 30;

[0040] Outer shell 40; liquid inlet 40a; liquid outlet 40b; flow chamber 40c; opening 40c1; shell 41; shell cover 42. Detailed Implementation

[0041] The embodiments of this application will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are used to illustrate this application, but should not be used to limit the scope of this application.

[0042] The various specific technical features and embodiments described in the detailed embodiments can be combined in any suitable manner without contradiction. For example, different combinations of specific technical features / embodiments can form different implementation methods. To avoid unnecessary repetition, the various possible combinations of various specific technical features / embodiments in this application will not be described separately. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. The application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0043] In related technologies, the cathode and anode of the electrolysis device are spaced apart, meaning a gap must be maintained between them. During the electrolysis of water at the cathode and anode, conductivity relies on the ions in the water. However, water quality varies greatly across regions. For example, the TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) of water in Wuxi is around 150, while in northern regions like Xinjiang it reaches as high as 500; Japan's TDS is around 80, while Europe and North America's TDS is over 500. TDS refers to the concentration of total dissolved solids in water, primarily reflecting the concentration of calcium and magnesium ions. It has a good correlation with water hardness and conductivity; for example, the lower the TDS value, the lower the concentration of calcium and magnesium ions in the water, and the lower the conductivity. Differences in water quality can lead to two extreme situations. The first situation is that the TDS of the water is too low, approaching pure water, resulting in insufficient ion concentration and inability to conduct electricity, thus preventing the water electrolysis device from electrolyzing. The second scenario: If the TDS is too high and the water is too hard, the power output of the anode and cathode increases sharply, triggering short-circuit protection. The anode and cathode then rapidly degrade due to scale buildup. Therefore, differences in TDS levels between water sources lead to unstable electrolysis results.

[0044] The first aspect of this application provides an electrolysis device 100, which can be used in clothing processing equipment.

[0045] Please see Figures 1 to 9 The electrolysis device 100 includes an electrode assembly 10, which includes a solid electrolyte 121, a support frame 122, and electrode plates 11. The solid electrolyte 121 is disposed on the support frame 122. At least one electrode plate 11 is a cathode 111 and at least one electrode plate 11 is an anode 112. The cathode 111 and the anode 112 are stacked along a first direction, and the solid electrolyte 121 is disposed between the cathode 111 and the anode 112.

[0046] The solid electrolyte 121 is solid and has ion transport capabilities. Both the cathode 111 and the anode 112 can be made from materials known in the art that can be used for electrolysis.

[0047] Solid electrolyte 121 is used to facilitate the migration of at least one of anions and cations. Support frame 122 enhances the mechanical strength of solid electrolyte 121, making it less prone to puncture and reducing the risk of internal short circuits. Furthermore, solid electrolyte 121 is less likely to break during the assembly of electrolysis device 100.

[0048] The type of solid electrolyte 121 is not limited. Solid electrolyte 121 can be a proton membrane for hydrogen ion migration, or it can be other types of solid membranes. For example, solid electrolyte 121 can be a solid polymer electrolyte membrane (SPEM).

[0049] Electrode assembly 10 is used for electrolyzing a fluid. The fluid can be an aqueous solution. This application uses an aqueous solution as an example for illustration. Electrode assembly 10 can be used to electrolyze the aqueous solution to generate substances such as hydroxyl radicals and / or ozone, which have strong oxidizing activity.

[0050] The principle of water electrolysis by electrode assembly 10: A solid electrolyte 121 is disposed between cathode 111 and anode 112, separating the cathode 111 and anode 112. The solid electrolyte 121 can transfer ions. During the electrolysis of water by electrode assembly 10, water molecules ionize to generate cations and anions. At least one of the cations and anions can migrate through the solid electrolyte 121. For example, hydrogen ions can migrate through the solid electrolyte 121. High-concentration cation and anion regions are formed on both sides of the solid electrolyte 121 along the first direction, respectively. Hydroxyl radicals and / or ozone, which have strong oxidizing activity, are generated on the surface of anode 112, and hydrogen gas is generated on the surface of cathode 111.

[0051] Ozone can sterilize or inhibit the growth of bacteria in clothing. It can also oxidize and destroy the chromophores of dye molecules that have entered the water, causing the dye to fade and preventing the free dye from staining light-colored clothing and causing color bleeding. The reaction continues to decompose the dye molecules into harmless carbon dioxide, water and / or inorganic salts, without secondary pollution, thus playing a role in preventing color bleeding.

[0052] Hydroxyl radicals (·OH) have extremely high oxidation potential (2.80 eV) and strong oxidizing ability, which can sterilize or inhibit the bactericidal effect on clothing and other items. Hydroxyl radicals can undergo rapid chain reactions with most organic pollutants, non-selectively oxidizing harmful substances into carbon dioxide, water or inorganic salts without secondary pollution. Hydroxyl radicals can also oxidize and destroy free dyes, causing them to decolorize and preventing color bleeding.

[0053] The cathode 111 generates hydrogen microbubbles. Since the diameter of the microbubbles is very small, usually no more than 50 μm (micrometers), the hydrogen microbubbles can penetrate into the interior of the clothing fibers during the washing process. Through the bursting of microbubbles and adsorption and floating, the microbubbles circulate and wash the clothes, helping the detergent to remove sebum, grease, and fine dust and other dirt accumulated inside the clothing fibers, which can improve the washing ratio.

[0054] It should be noted that stacking the cathode 111 and anode 112 along the first direction means that the anode 112 and cathode 111 are arranged approximately face-to-face. For an example, please refer to [link to example]. Figure 1 and Figure 2 The cathode 111, anode 112, and solid electrolyte 121 are all roughly flat plate structures. The anode 112, solid electrolyte 121, and cathode 111 are stacked sequentially along the first direction. That is, the anode 112, solid electrolyte 121, and cathode 111 are arranged in parallel, roughly facing each other. In this way, without the anode 112 and cathode 111 contacting and short-circuiting, the distance between the two electrodes can be minimized, energy consumption can be reduced, and the electrolysis efficiency of the electrolysis device 100 can be improved.

[0055] The electrolysis apparatus 100 provided in this application embodiment has two main features. Firstly, a solid electrolyte 121 is disposed between the anode 112 and the cathode 111, preventing short circuits between them. The solid electrolyte 121 can transfer ions and conduct electricity independently of ions in the aqueous solution, thus avoiding the influence of water quality on the power of the electrode plates 11. Secondly, the solid electrolyte 121 facilitates the migration of at least one of anions and cations, and the supporting frame 122 enhances the mechanical strength of the solid electrolyte 121. The solid electrolyte 121 is not easily punctured and is also not easily damaged during the assembly of the electrolysis apparatus 100.

[0056] The second aspect of this application provides a garment processing device, including a garment processing chamber and an electrolysis device 100 as described in any embodiment of this application, wherein the fluid after electrolysis by the electrode assembly 10 enters the garment processing chamber.

[0057] The garment handling chamber can be used to hold garments.

[0058] The clothing treatment equipment provided in this application embodiment generates hydroxyl radicals and / or ozone and other substances after the water is electrolyzed by the electrolysis device 100. The electrolyzed water enters the clothing treatment chamber. The hydroxyl radicals and / or ozone and other substances with strong oxidizing activity play a role in sterilizing and disinfecting the clothing and preventing color bleeding. Hydrogen microbubbles can assist the detergent in removing sebum, grease, fine dust and other dirt accumulated inside the clothing fibers, which can improve the washing ratio.

[0059] For example, the garment processing device has a first liquid path communicating with the garment processing chamber. The first liquid path can be connected to a water source to supply water to the garment processing chamber, thus giving the garment processing device a garment washing function. An electrolysis device 100 is disposed on the first liquid path to electrolyze the water flowing into the garment processing chamber.

[0060] The water source can be tap water or circulating water from the clothing processing equipment. In other words, the water can be tap water, which does not contain impurities such as lint and hair from clothing, thus preventing impurities such as lint from adhering to the electrode assembly 10 and improving the service life of the electrolysis device 100.

[0061] The functions of a garment processing device are not limited. For example, in addition to washing, a garment processing device may also have a drying function. The drying function can be used to dry clothes.

[0062] Clothing processing equipment can be washing machines or washer-dryer combos. A washer-dryer combo is a clothing processing device that integrates washing and drying functions.

[0063] The garment processing equipment may include a drum assembly, the axis of which may extend horizontally. The garment processing equipment in this embodiment is also referred to as a roller-type garment processing equipment. Alternatively, the axis of the drum assembly may extend vertically; the garment processing equipment in this embodiment is also referred to as a pulsator-type garment processing equipment.

[0064] In some embodiments, the drum assembly includes a rotatable inner drum. The inner drum has a loading / unloading port that can face forward. The inner drum can be used to place and handle clothing. The user inserts or removes clothing into or from the inner drum from the front through the loading / unloading port. The inner drum can rotate, for example, clothing, water, and detergent rotate with the inner drum, thus causing the clothing to continuously change its position within the inner drum, and the fluids such as water and detergent to change their flow direction with the inner drum.

[0065] In some embodiments, the inner cylinder may be generally hollow and cylindrical.

[0066] In some embodiments, the cylindrical assembly includes an outer tub and an inner tub disposed within the outer tub. The outer tub can be used to hold water, and the inner tub is used to hold clothing. In this embodiment, water is held in the outer tub, and the inner tub can also be referred to as a perforated inner tub. Fluid can flow through the flow holes in the inner tub between the space between the outer tub and the inner tub and within the space inside the inner tub.

[0067] In some embodiments, the outer barrel may be generally hollow and cylindrical.

[0068] In some embodiments, the inner cylinder holds water on its own and can also be referred to as a non-perforated inner cylinder. An outer cylinder may or may not be provided on the outside of the non-perforated inner cylinder.

[0069] It is understood that in some embodiments, the cylinder assembly may consist only of an inner cylinder and lack the aforementioned outer cylinder. In this embodiment, the inner cylinder is a non-perforated inner cylinder capable of holding water. The inner cylinder can be a single-cylinder structure. In other words, the clothing processing device consists of only one cylinder, the inner cylinder.

[0070] In some embodiments, the garment handling device includes a housing, a tubular assembly disposed within the housing, and an opening communicating with the interior of the tubular assembly.

[0071] In some embodiments, the housing may be approximately hexahedral in shape, such as a cube or a cuboid.

[0072] In some embodiments, the garment handling device includes a door and a door seal. The door is used to selectively open or close the opening of the housing. The axis of the tubular assembly extends horizontally. The door seal can be used to seal the gap between the tubular assembly and the opening of the housing. The space enclosed by the door seal and the space inside the inner tub can constitute a garment handling chamber.

[0073] It should be noted that the extension direction of the axis of the door seal ring is consistent with the extension direction of the axis of the cylinder assembly, and the axis of the door seal ring can extend horizontally.

[0074] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 6 The solid electrolyte 121 covers at least one side of the support frame 122 along the first direction.

[0075] For example, in some embodiments, the solid electrolyte 121 covers one side of the support frame 122 along the first direction. In other embodiments, the solid electrolyte 121 covers both sides of the support frame 122 along the first direction. In still other embodiments, the solid electrolyte 121 covers all outer surfaces of the support frame 122.

[0076] In this embodiment, the solid electrolyte 121 is used to facilitate the migration of at least one of the anions and cations. The support frame 122 is used to enhance the mechanical strength of the solid electrolyte 121, making it less prone to puncture and thus reducing the risk of internal short circuits. Furthermore, the solid electrolyte 121 is also less likely to break during the assembly of the electrolysis device 100.

[0077] It is understandable that the solid electrolyte 121 can have one or more layers, with multiple layers including two or more layers, such as two or three layers, etc.

[0078] In some embodiments, the solid electrolyte 121 can be integrally formed with the support frame 122, that is, the solid electrolyte 121 can adhere to the support frame 122 by its own force.

[0079] In some embodiments, the solid electrolyte 121 can be connected to the support frame 122 via fasteners. The method by which the solid electrolyte 121 is attached to the support frame 122 is not limited; for example, the solid electrolyte 121 can be attached to the support frame 122 by coating, deposition, or other methods.

[0080] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 3 The support frame 122 has a mesh structure. The mesh structure of the support frame 122 is easy to process and shape, and it is beneficial to the stability of its own structure, thereby enhancing the structural stability of the electrode assembly 10.

[0081] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 At least one electrode 11 is in contact with the solid electrolyte 121. In one embodiment, the cathode 111 is in contact with the solid electrolyte 121. In one embodiment, the anode 112 is in contact with the solid electrolyte 121. In one embodiment, both the cathode 111 and the anode 112 are in contact with the solid electrolyte 121.

[0082] In this embodiment, at least one electrode sheet 11 contacts the solid electrolyte 121, which can reduce the distance between the cathode 111 and the anode 112, improve the working efficiency of the electrode assembly 10, and reduce energy consumption.

[0083] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 1 With a plane perpendicular to the first direction as the projection plane, the projection of electrode 11 lies within the projection range of solid electrolyte 121. That is, the projections of both cathode 111 and anode 112 are within the projection range of solid electrolyte 121, and anode 112 and cathode 111 are completely blocked by solid electrolyte 121, preventing them from contacting each other. The size of solid electrolyte 121 is greater than or equal to the size of electrode 11, which not only minimizes the probability of contact between cathode 111 and anode 112, improving reliability and safety, but also facilitates the rapid and efficient transfer of ions by solid electrolyte 121.

[0084] In some related technologies, the effective area of ​​the electrode plates is too small to meet garment washing standards such as washing ratio and colorfastness requirements. In other cases, the effective area of ​​the electrode plates is too large, increasing the power of the electrolysis device and thus the overall power consumption of the machine, requiring a high-power power cord.

[0085] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 4 to 6 The electrode sheet 11 has through holes 11a extending through both sides of the electrode sheet 11 along the first direction, and the effective area of ​​at least one side of the electrode sheet 11 along the first direction is 2 cm². 2 Up to 50cm 2 Thus, the electrolysis device 100 has a high electrolysis efficiency, which can meet the requirements for washing ratio and colorfastness of clothing.

[0086] It should be noted that the effective area refers to the area of ​​one side of the electrode sheet 11 along the first direction minus the total area of ​​the through holes 11a. The total area of ​​the through holes 11a refers to the sum of the areas of all through holes 11a on that side. For example, one side of the electrode sheet 11 along the first direction can be rectangular, and the electrode sheet 11 includes multiple through holes 11a, each of which can be circular. The effective area of ​​the electrode sheet 11 is the area remaining after subtracting the sum of the areas of the multiple circular holes from the area of ​​the rectangle.

[0087] It should be noted that in this application, the unit "cm" is used. 2 "Square centimeters" means that the quantity includes two or more.

[0088] Experiments have shown that the effective area is less than 2cm. 2 In such cases, the washing ratio and colorfastness requirements for clothing cannot be met. Effective area greater than 50cm² 2 In such cases, the overall power consumption of the garment processing equipment increases, leading to increased energy consumption. Please refer to Table 1, which shows the results of washing ratio, colorfastness, and power tests conducted using the electrolysis device 100 of this application. Compared to related technologies, the effective area of ​​the electrode sheet 11 in this embodiment is within 2 cm². 2 Up to 50cm 2 Thus, without requiring a high-power power cord, increasing the effective area can improve the electrolysis efficiency of the electrolysis device 100, while simultaneously meeting the washing ratio and colorfastness requirements for clothing. Furthermore, by setting a suitable effective area, for example, 2cm², 2 5cm 2 10cm 2 15cm 2 20cm 2 25cm 2 30cm 2 35cm 2 40cm 2 45cm 2 Or 50cm 2 And so on, to adapt to different types of garment processing equipment.

[0089] Table 1

[0090] <![CDATA[Effective area / cm 2 > Washing ratio Anti color cross-over Electrolysis unit 100 power / W 2 1.1 1.6 5 10 1.15 2.3 20 20 1.2 3.4 40 35 1.21 5.5 100 50 1.21 6.0 150

[0091] The washing ratio refers to the degree to which clothes are cleaned. It should be noted that a washing ratio of not less than 1.1 meets industry standards, and a color bleeding prevention ratio greater than 1.5 is considered acceptable.

[0092] In one embodiment, the ratio of the total area of ​​the through holes 11a to the area of ​​one side of the electrode sheet 11 along the first direction is 10% to 30%. For example, this ratio can be 10%, 15%, 20%, 25%, or 30%, etc. By setting an appropriate ratio, the number of through holes 11a, the flow area, and the effective area of ​​the electrode sheet 11 are all moderate, meeting the cleaning requirements and power requirements, and improving the electrolysis efficiency of the electrolysis device 100.

[0093] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 1 The electrode plate 11 has an axisymmetric structure. Thus, the through holes 11a are relatively evenly distributed on the electrode plate 11, which can reduce the resistance during the flow of water, so that the water can flow stably and evenly, and improve the electrolysis efficiency of the electrolysis device 100.

[0094] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 4 to 6 The electrolysis apparatus 100 includes two clamping members 20, with the electrode assembly 10 clamped between the two clamping members 20. The clamping members 20 provide limiting and fixing functions for the electrode assembly 10. For an example, please refer to [link to example]. Figure 5 The electrode assembly 10 can be stacked between the two clamping members 20, which can prevent the electrode assembly 10 from loosening and falling off, thereby improving the connection stability between the electrode assembly 10 and the two clamping members 20.

[0095] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 4 and Figure 6 The clamping member 20 includes a clamping plate 21, and the clamping plates 21 of the two clamping members 20 are located on both sides of the electrode assembly 10 along the first direction.

[0096] For example, please continue reading Figure 6 For ease of description, the clamping plates 21 of the two clamping members 20 are defined as the first clamping plate 21b and the second clamping plate 21c, respectively. The first clamping plate 21b, the electrode assembly 10, and the second clamping plate 21c are stacked along a first direction. For example, both the first clamping plate 21b and the second clamping plate 21c can be flat. This increases the contact area between the electrode assembly 10 and the clamping members 20, and the first clamping plate 21b and the second clamping plate 21c can effectively clamp the electrode assembly 10, thereby enhancing the connection stability between the electrode assembly 10 and the clamping members 20.

[0097] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 4 The clamping plate 21 has a liquid passage notch 21a, which penetrates both sides of the clamping plate 21 along the first direction. The liquid passage notch 21a is used to supply water for flow, and the water can flow through the liquid passage notch 21a to contact the electrode sheet 11.

[0098] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 4With the plane perpendicular to the first direction as the projection plane, the projection of the through hole 11a is located within the projection range of the liquid passage gap 21a. That is to say, the through hole 11a is connected to the liquid passage gap 21a. In this way, the clamp 21 can be prevented from blocking the flow of water to the electrode plate 11 and the solid electrolyte 121, so that the water can smoothly contact the electrode assembly 10.

[0099] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 4 The clamping plate 21 includes a frame 211 and a reinforcing rib 212. The frame 211 encloses a clearance space 211a, and the reinforcing rib 212 is disposed in the clearance space 211a and connected to the frame 211. The reinforcing rib 212 divides the clearance space 211a into multiple liquid passage notches 21a. The frame 211 and the reinforcing rib 212 can contact the electrode sheet 11, thereby clamping the electrode assembly 10.

[0100] In this embodiment, the frame 211 can abut against the periphery of the electrode sheet 11, so that the periphery of the electrode sheet 11 is subjected to clamping force. The reinforcing rib 212 is used to optimize stress distribution and transmission, and plays a role in strengthening the frame 211. It can also abut against the middle part of the electrode sheet 11 to improve the clamping effect.

[0101] For example, please continue reading Figure 4 The clamping plate 21 includes at least two intersecting reinforcing ribs 212, which divide the clearance space 211a into multiple liquid passage openings 21a of approximately the same area. This ensures that the flow rate and velocity of the water through each liquid passage opening 21a are approximately the same, allowing for stable and uniform water flow. Furthermore, the frame 211 and the two reinforcing ribs 212 together form a hollow structure. The hollow structure of the clamping plate 21 facilitates processing and contributes to its structural stability.

[0102] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 5 The clamping member 20 includes a fastener 22 and a fixing ear 23 connected to the clamping plate 21. The fastener 22 passes through the fixing ear 23 of the two clamping members 20. The two clamping members 20 are assembled and fixed by the fixing ear 23 and the fastener 22, which is convenient and improves assembly efficiency.

[0103] The type of fastener 22 is not limited; for example, fastener 22 can be a bolt, etc.

[0104] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 4 and Figure 5The fixing ear 23 is connected to the periphery of the clamping plate 21. For example, the fixing ear 23 is connected to the periphery of the frame 211, so that the fixing ear 23 does not obstruct the liquid flow opening 21a, allowing the liquid to flow smoothly through the liquid flow opening 21a and contact the electrode assembly 10, thereby improving the electrolysis efficiency of the electrolysis device 100. Furthermore, the periphery of the frame 211 has a large installation space, facilitating the assembly of the two clamping parts 20 and improving assembly efficiency.

[0105] In one embodiment, please refer to... Figure 5 Multiple fixing ears 23 are distributed circumferentially along the clamping plate 21, and the fixing ears 23 of the two clamping members 20 correspond one-to-one. In this way, the connection stability of the two clamping members 20 can be further enhanced, and the two clamping members 20 can be prevented from shifting or misaligning.

[0106] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 5 The electrolysis apparatus 100 includes an insulating member 30, which is disposed between the fixing ears 23 of the two clamping members 20. For an example, please refer to [further details]. Figure 5 The insulating component 30 is fitted onto the portion of the fastener 22 located between the two fixing ears 23. In this way, on the one hand, the insulating component 30 prevents the two clamping components 20 from contacting or colliding, providing insulation protection for the electrolysis device 100 and preventing short circuits caused by contact between the two clamping components 20. On the other hand, the fastener 22 limits the position of the insulating component 30, preventing it from loosening or falling off and enhancing its stability.

[0107] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 4 and Figure 5 The clamping member 20 includes a contact portion 24 for connecting to a power supply circuit. Exemplarily, the contact portion 24 is connected to the clamping plate 21. The contact portion 24 conducts electrical energy to the electrode plate 11 through the clamping plate 21. That is, electrical energy from the power supply circuit is conducted to the electrode plate 11 through the clamping member 20, and the electrode plate 11 is electrically connected to an external power supply circuit through the clamping member 20. The contact portions 24 of the two clamping members 20 are respectively electrically connected to the positive and negative terminals of the power supply circuit to form an electrical circuit.

[0108] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 4 The contact part 24 is connected to the periphery of the clamp 21. For example, the contact part 24 is connected to the periphery of the frame 211, so that the contact part 24 will not block the liquid passage opening 21a, and the liquid can flow smoothly through the liquid passage opening 21a and contact the electrode assembly 10, thereby improving the electrolysis efficiency of the electrolysis device 100.

[0109] In addition, the distance between the power receiving part 24 and the fixing ear 23 can reduce the chance of the external wire coming into contact with other parts, thus reducing safety hazards.

[0110] In one embodiment, please refer to... Figure 4 With a plane perpendicular to the first direction as the projection plane, the projections of the electrical contacts 24 of the two clamping members 20 do not overlap. That is, the projections of the two electrical contacts 24 are spaced apart, thus keeping the two electrical contacts 24 far apart and preventing them from short-circuiting due to water impact or other forces.

[0111] In some embodiments, the electrode sheet 11 is in conductive contact with the clamping member 20. That is, the clamping member 20 is capable of conducting current, which is transmitted to the electrode sheet 11 through the clamping member 20, thus energizing the electrode sheet 11. This provides a larger contact area between the electrode sheet 11 and the clamping member 20, reducing power loss and improving conductivity. Furthermore, it reduces the number of additional components required to energize the electrode sheet 11, lowering production costs.

[0112] The clamping component 20 is, but is not limited to, a metal component with low resistance and good conductivity.

[0113] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 7 to 9 The electrolysis device 100 includes a housing 40, which has an inlet 40a, an outlet 40b, and a flow chamber 40c. Both the inlet 40a and outlet 40b are connected to the flow chamber 40c. At least a portion of the electrode assembly 10 is located within the flow chamber 40c. Water enters the flow chamber 40c through the inlet 40a, and the electrode assembly 10 electrolyzes the water flowing through the flow chamber 40c. The electrolyzed water flows out through the outlet 40b. The inlet 40a facilitates connection to a water source; for example, it can be connected to a water valve of a clothing processing device via a pipe or other structural component. The outlet 40b facilitates connection to the clothing processing chamber; for example, it can be connected to the clothing processing chamber via a pipe or other structural component. The housing 40 not only facilitates the concentrated flow of water through the electrode assembly 10, thereby improving electrolysis efficiency, but also protects the electrode assembly 10.

[0114] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 7 and Figure 8 The liquid inlet 40a is formed on one side of the housing 40 along the second direction, and the liquid outlet 40b is formed on the lower surface of the housing 40. The second direction, the vertical direction and the first direction are perpendicular to each other.

[0115] For example, the liquid enters the flow chamber 40c generally in the second direction, and the electrolyzed liquid exits the flow chamber 40c generally in the up-down direction. This serves two purposes: firstly, it reduces the impact force of the liquid, preventing excessive flow rate and / or flow volume from damaging the electrode assembly 10. Secondly, the change in the flow direction of the liquid entering and exiting the flow chamber 40c reduces the flow rate within the flow chamber 40c, thereby extending the residence time of the liquid within the flow chamber 40c, allowing the electrode assembly 10 to fully electrolyze the liquid. Furthermore, the outlet 40b is formed on the lower surface of the outer casing 40, preventing water accumulation within the flow chamber 40c.

[0116] It should be noted that "down" refers to the direction towards the ground, and "up" is the opposite direction. The first direction, the second direction, and the up and down directions together constitute a three-dimensional vertical coordinate system.

[0117] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 9 The housing 40 includes a housing 41 and a cover 42, the cover 42 covering the housing 41 to jointly define a flow cavity 40c. Exemplarily, both an inlet 40a and an outlet 40b may be formed in the housing 41.

[0118] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 9 The housing 41 has an upward-facing opening 40c1, and a cover 42 is placed over the housing 41 and covers the opening 40c1. In this way, on the one hand, the cover 42 prevents external impurities from entering the flow cavity 40c, thus protecting the electrode assembly 10; the cover 42 also prevents water from overflowing by covering the opening 40c1. On the other hand, the electrode assembly 10 can enter and exit the housing 41 through the opening 40c1, facilitating the installation, removal, and maintenance of the electrode assembly 10.

[0119] The housing 41 and the cover 42 can be detachably or non-detachably connected. For example, the housing 41 and the cover 42 can be welded, screwed, snap-fitted, etc.

[0120] The number of electrode plates 11 is at least two. That is, the number of electrode plates 11 is two or more.

[0121] In some embodiments, the electrode assembly 10 includes two electrode plates 11, one electrode plate 11 being a cathode 111 and the other electrode plate 112 being an anode 112. In some embodiments, the electrode assembly 10 includes more than two electrode plates 11. The cathode 111 and anode 112 form an electrolytic group, and a solid electrolyte 121 can be disposed between the cathode 111 and anode 112 of each electrolytic group. There can be one or more electrolytic groups. For example, multiple electrolytic groups can be stacked along a first direction. Alternatively, multiple electrolytic groups can be laid flat in a plane perpendicular to the first direction.

[0122] In the description of this specification, the references to "an embodiment," "some embodiments," "other embodiments," and "exemplary" refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the embodiments of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0123] The various embodiments / implementations provided in this application can be combined with each other without creating contradictions. The above descriptions are merely preferred embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit this application. For those skilled in the art, this application can have various modifications and variations. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. An electrolysis device, characterized by, The electrolytic device comprises an electrode assembly, the electrode assembly comprising: a solid electrolyte; a support framework, the solid electrolyte being disposed on the support framework; electrode sheets, at least one of the electrode sheets being a cathode and at least one of the electrode sheets being an anode, the cathode and the anode being stacked along a first direction, the solid electrolyte being disposed between the cathode and the anode.

2. The electrolytic device of claim 1, wherein The solid electrolyte covers at least one side of the support framework along the first direction.

3. The electrolytic device of claim 1, wherein The support framework has a mesh structure.

4. The electrolytic device of claim 1, wherein In a projection plane perpendicular to the first direction, a projection of the electrode sheets is within a projection range of the solid electrolyte.

5. The electrolytic device of claim 1, wherein The electrode sheet forms a through hole that penetrates both sides of the electrode sheet in the first direction, and an effective area of at least one side of the electrode sheet in the first direction is 2 cm 2 up to 50 cm 2 .

6. The electrolysis device according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that The electrolytic device comprises two clamping members, the electrode assembly being clamped between the two clamping members.

7. The electrolytic device of claim 6, wherein The clamping members comprise clamping plates, the clamping plates of the two clamping members being located on two sides of the electrode assembly along the first direction.

8. The electrolytic device of claim 7, wherein The clamping plates are formed with liquid passage notches, the liquid passage notches penetrating through both sides of the clamping plates along the first direction.

9. The electrolytic device of claim 7, wherein, The clamping members comprise fasteners and fixing lugs connected to the clamping plates, the fasteners being arranged through the fixing lugs of the two clamping members.

10. The electrolytic device of claim 9, wherein, The electrolytic device comprises an insulating member, the insulating member being arranged between the fixing lugs of the two clamping members.

11. The electrolytic device of claim 6, wherein The electrode sheets are in conductive contact with the clamping members.

12. The electrolytic device according to any one of claims 1 to 5, wherein The electrolytic device comprises a housing, the housing being formed with a liquid inlet, a liquid outlet and a flow passage, the liquid inlet and the liquid outlet being in communication with the flow passage, at least part of the electrode assembly being located in the flow passage.

13. The electrolytic device of claim 12, wherein, The liquid inlet is formed on one side of the housing along a second direction, the liquid outlet is formed on a lower surface of the housing, the second direction, an up-down direction and the first direction being perpendicular to each other. 14.A laundry treating apparatus, characterized by, The electrolytic device comprises: a laundry treatment cavity; the electrolytic device according to any one of claims 1 to 13, fluid electrolyzed by the electrode assembly entering the laundry treatment cavity.

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