Cleaning system and control method thereof

Abstract

The invention relates to a cleaning system and a control method thereof, the cleaning system comprises a cleaning base station and cleaning equipment, the cleaning base station is provided with a power supply device, the cleaning equipment is provided with a water tank and a heater, and the heater is in heat exchange connection with the water tank; the control method of the cleaning system comprises the steps that the cleaning equipment is controlled to be in butt joint with the cleaning base station; and in response to triggering of a preset first power supply condition, controlling the power supply device to be electrically connected with the heater so as to conduct the first power supply loop. Hot water can be directly obtained through heating in the water tank, a relatively complex hot water conveying pipeline system does not need to be arranged between the cleaning base station and the cleaning equipment, and the temperature of the hot water can be maintained relatively durably in the cleaning process. The cleaning base station is fixedly provided with a power supply device with higher power, and excessive improvement is not needed. The cleaning equipment does not need to be additionally provided with a power supply product with higher power, that is, the stowage burden and the power utilization burden of the cleaning equipment are not excessively increased, and the improvement of the use reliability of the whole machine is facilitated.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of cleaning systems, in particular to a cleaning system and a control method thereof. BACKGROUND

[0002] The existing cleaning equipment such as a robot cleaner can clean the whole house environment. The actual dirt level of the whole house environment is different, and some areas may have stubborn stains. The conventional cold water cleaning cannot completely eliminate the stubborn stains.

[0003] Therefore, the existing robot cleaner can provide hot water to realize hot water cleaning. In this way, the hot water can be used to effectively dissolve the stubborn stains. However, the existing hot water supply scheme has the following disadvantages: First, the hot water is obtained by heating at the base station and then delivered to the robot cleaner. This method has high requirements for the reliability of high-temperature-resistant components such as the hot water delivery pipeline, pump, and valve. In this method, the hot water delivery pipeline is long, and many components need to be passed through, so the heat loss is large, which causes a large temperature drop of the hot water, and then the temperature of the hot water obtained by the robot cleaner cannot meet the target requirement.

[0004] Second, the water in the water tank is heated by the battery pack fixed on the robot cleaner to obtain hot water. This method can ensure that the temperature of the hot water meets the requirement, but the performance requirement of the battery pack on the robot cleaner is increased, and the battery pack is easily consumed too much, which reduces the endurance of the robot cleaner, affects other functions of the robot cleaner, and reduces the use experience of the whole machine. SUMMARY

[0005] The main purpose of the present application is to provide a cleaning system and a control method thereof, which aims to solve the problem that the effect of the hot water supply scheme used by the traditional cleaning system to realize hot water cleaning is not good.

[0006] To achieve the above purpose, the present application provides a control method of a cleaning system, the cleaning system comprising a cleaning base station and a cleaning equipment, the cleaning base station being provided with a power supply device, the cleaning equipment being provided with a water tank and a heater, the heater being in heat exchange connection with the water tank; the control method of the cleaning system comprising: controlling the cleaning equipment to dock with the cleaning base station; and in response to triggering of a preset first power supply condition, controlling the power supply device to be electrically connected with the heater to turn on a first power supply loop for the heater.

[0007] Optionally, after the cleaning equipment and the cleaning base station complete the docking action, the first power supply condition is triggered.

[0008] Optionally, before, simultaneously with, or after the step of controlling the cleaning device to dock with the cleaning base station, the method further comprises: determining whether the cleaning device needs to perform a preset cleaning task within a preset time in the future; after confirming that the cleaning device needs to perform a preset cleaning task within a preset time in the future, triggering the first power supply condition.

[0009] Optionally, the cleaning system further comprises a human-computer interaction module, and the human-computer interaction module is provided with a triggering device; before, simultaneously with, or after the step of controlling the cleaning device to dock with the cleaning base station, the method further comprises: determining whether a preset triggering device is triggered by a user; and, after confirming that the preset triggering device is triggered, triggering the first power supply condition.

[0010] Optionally, the cleaning device further comprises a temperature sensor, and the temperature sensor is arranged in the water tank; before, simultaneously with, or after the step of controlling the cleaning device to dock with the cleaning base station, the method further comprises: obtaining a temperature value sensed by the temperature sensor; and, after confirming that the temperature value is lower than a preset temperature threshold, triggering the first power supply condition.

[0011] Optionally, the cleaning device further comprises a temperature sensor, and the temperature sensor is arranged in the water tank; before the step of controlling the cleaning device to dock with the cleaning base station, the method further comprises: controlling the cleaning device to perform a preset cleaning task; obtaining a temperature value sensed by the temperature sensor, and determining whether the cleaning task is completed; and, after confirming that the temperature value is lower than a preset temperature threshold and the cleaning task is not completed, triggering the first power supply condition.

[0012] Optionally, the cleaning device further comprises a battery module, and the battery module is used to supply power to the cleaning device; before the step of controlling the power supply device to be electrically connected with the heater, the method further comprises: after confirming that the cleaning device is docked with the cleaning base station, directly controlling the power supply device to be electrically connected with the battery module to turn on a second power supply loop for the battery module; or, after confirming that the cleaning device is docked with the cleaning base station, in response to triggering of a preset second power supply condition, controlling the power supply device to be electrically connected with the battery module to turn on a second power supply loop for the battery module.

[0013] Optionally, when both the battery module and the heater have power supply requirements, the second power supply circuit is turned on first.

[0014] Optionally, after the first power supply circuit and / or the second power supply circuit are turned on, the cleaning base station can be controlled to respond to other preset instructions and perform operations associated with the preset instructions on the cleaning equipment.

[0015] Optionally, the cleaning device further includes a battery module, a temperature sensor, and a liquid level sensor. The battery module is used to power the cleaning device and is electrically connected to the heater in a switchable manner. The temperature sensor and the liquid level sensor are both located inside the water tank. Before, simultaneously with, or after the step of controlling the docking of the cleaning equipment with the cleaning base station, the following is also included: The remaining battery power, temperature, and remaining water levels are obtained from the battery module, temperature sensor, and liquid level sensor, respectively; and... The first power supply condition is triggered when the remaining power value is not lower than a preset power threshold, the temperature value is lower than a preset temperature threshold, and the remaining water value is not lower than a preset water value threshold.

[0016] In addition, to achieve the above objectives, the present invention also provides a control method for a cleaning system, the cleaning system including a cleaning base station and a cleaning device, the cleaning base station being equipped with a power supply device, the cleaning device being equipped with a water tank, a heater and a detection device, the heater being connected to the water tank for heat exchange, and the detection device being used to detect the degree of dirtiness of the environment to be cleaned; The control method for the cleaning system includes: The cleaning equipment is controlled to move within the environment to be cleaned, and the degree of dirt in the environment to be cleaned is detected based on the detection device during the movement. When the degree of dirt in any area exceeds a preset dirt threshold, the area is marked as a heavily soiled area. Control the connection between the cleaning equipment and the cleaning base station; In response to the triggering of a preset first power supply condition, the control power supply device is electrically connected to the heater to conduct the first power supply circuit for the heater, and after the preset heating requirement is met, the control device is separated from the cleaning base station and returns to the heavily polluted area for cleaning.

[0017] Optionally, after the step of marking the heavily contaminated area and before the step of controlling the cleaning equipment to dock with the cleaning base station, the method further includes: The cleaning equipment is controlled to bypass the heavily soiled area and clean the regular areas that are not marked as heavily soiled areas.

[0018] Optionally, after the step of marking all the heavily contaminated areas and before the step of controlling the cleaning equipment to dock with the cleaning base station, the method further includes: The cleaning equipment is controlled to perform full-area cleaning within the environment to be cleaned.

[0019] Furthermore, to achieve the above objectives, the present invention also provides a cleaning system, comprising: Clean base stations are equipped with power supply devices; and, Cleaning equipment, comprising a water tank and a heater, wherein the heater is connected to the water tank for heat exchange; and, The cleaning base station and / or the cleaning equipment include a control device, which includes a memory, a processor, and a control program for the cleaning system stored in the memory and executable on the processor. The control program for the cleaning system is configured to implement the steps of the control method for the cleaning system as described above.

[0020] In the technical solution provided by this invention, the cleaning equipment can operate independently of the cleaning base station according to a preset program. For example, it can use clean water from its own water tank to clean the surfaces to be cleaned in the environment.

[0021] When stubborn stains remain on the surface to be cleaned, the cleaning equipment can be controlled to return to the cleaning base station and dock with it. Simultaneously or subsequently, the heater located in the main unit can be electrically connected to the power supply components within the cleaning base station. This allows the heater to exchange heat with the water tank of the cleaning equipment, heating the water in the tank to obtain high-temperature hot water.

[0022] Then the cleaning equipment can be controlled to operate independently again, for example, by using high-temperature hot water obtained from heating in the water tank to clean stubborn stains.

[0023] This application allows for direct heating of hot water within the water tank, eliminating the need for a complex hot water delivery pipeline system between the cleaning base station and the cleaning equipment. This also helps maintain the hot water temperature relatively consistently during the cleaning process. Furthermore, the cleaning base station is equipped with a higher-power power supply, requiring minimal modifications. The cleaning equipment does not require an additional higher-power power supply, thus avoiding excessive load and power consumption on the equipment and contributing to improved overall reliability. Attached Figure Description

[0024] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0025] Figure 1 A schematic flowchart of an embodiment of the control method for the cleaning system provided by the present invention; Figure 2 A perspective view of an embodiment of the cleaning device provided by the present invention; Figure 3 for Figure 2 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of the intermediate water tank; Figure 4 A schematic diagram of an embodiment of the second power supply circuit of the cleaning system provided by the present invention; Figure 5 A schematic diagram of an embodiment of the first power supply circuit of the cleaning system provided by the present invention; Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the hardware operating environment of an embodiment of the control device provided by the present invention.

[0026] Explanation of icon numbers: 110 Power supply circuit; 111 Power supply device; C0 contact point; 120 Switching component; 200 Main unit; 210 Water tank; 220 Heating circuit; 221 Heater; 222 Temperature sensor; C1 First contact point; 230 Charging circuit; 231 Battery module; C2 Second contact point; 240 Electrical connection; 250 Water inlet; 260 Cleaning component; 300 Control device; 310 Processor; 320 Communication bus; 330 User interface; 340 Network interface; 350 Memory.

[0027] The realization of the objective, functional features and advantages of the present invention will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0028] To further illustrate the technical means and effects of the present invention in achieving its intended purpose, the following detailed description of the specific implementation methods, structures, features, and effects of the present invention, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and preferred embodiments, is provided below.

[0029] Please see Figures 2 to 6 The present invention provides a cleaning system.

[0030] This cleaning system can be applied in any suitable setting, such as homes, shopping malls, factories, or medical facilities, depending on actual needs. However, for ease of understanding, the following explanation will primarily focus on the application of the cleaning system in a home.

[0031] The cleaning system typically includes cleaning base stations and cleaning equipment.

[0032] Cleaning base stations are typically fixed in a specific area. Cleaning equipment, on the other hand, is designed to be mobile and move around within the environment to be cleaned. Therefore, the cleaning equipment has a docking state where it moves closer to and connects with the cleaning base station, and a disengaging state where it moves away from and disconnects from the cleaning base station.

[0033] Once the cleaning equipment is moved to the detached state, it can independently run its preset cleaning tasks.

[0034] For example, when the cleaning equipment is set as a sweeper or scrubber, it can travel along a preset path on the surface to be cleaned and clean it using its preset cleaning components 260. Or, for example, when the cleaning equipment is set as a scrubbing machine, it can clean windows, mirrors, furniture surfaces, and other surfaces using its preset cleaning components 260.

[0035] Once the cleaning equipment is in docking mode, the cleaning base station can execute preset functional modes on the cleaning equipment as needed. Specifically, the cleaning base station may include a main body. The main body may include at least one functional module.

[0036] At least one functional module within the device can be specifically configured as a power supply module. This power supply module may include a power supply device 111. Specifically, the power supply device 111 can be an external AC power source directly connected via an electrical connector. Alternatively, the power supply device 111 may be a pre-set battery pack with a large capacity and sufficient power to meet requirements.

[0037] Correspondingly, the cleaning equipment can be a main unit 200. The main unit 200 includes a battery module 231. When moved to the detached state, the battery module 231 can meet the power requirements of the cleaning equipment. The battery module 231 can be a product such as a rechargeable battery. When moved to the docking state, the outer wall of the main unit 200 can be exposed to expose an electrical connection part 240. The main unit 200 makes electrical contact with the body through the electrical connection part 240, that is, to realize the electrical connection between the battery module 231 and the power supply module. The cleaning base station performs a charging operation on the battery module 231 to ensure that the battery module 231 can receive a sufficient power supply.

[0038] At least one functional module within the unit can be specifically configured as a water supply module. This water supply module can be directly connected to an external water source via a water pipe. Alternatively, the water supply module can be a pre-set water supply tank 210. Furthermore, the water supply module is equipped with a water pump on its water supply path.

[0039] Correspondingly, the main unit 200 may also include a water tank 210. When moved to the separated state, the water stored in the water tank 210 can meet the water requirements of the cleaning equipment. When moved to the docking state, a water inlet 250 can be provided on the outer wall of the main unit 200. The main unit 200 is connected to the main body through the water inlet 250, which also enables the connection between the water tank 210 and the water supply module. The cleaning base station performs a water replenishment operation on the water tank 210 to ensure that the water tank 210 receives a sufficient water supply.

[0040] Of course, at least one functional module within the machine can also be specifically configured as a waste treatment module. This waste treatment module can include, for example, a waste collection bin and a pump.

[0041] Correspondingly, the main unit 200 may also include a dust box. When moved to the separated state, the dust box can collect dirt from the surface to be cleaned during the cleaning mode of the main unit 200. When moved to the docking state, the main unit 200 can also have a corresponding drainage channel. The main unit 200 is connected to the main body through the drainage channel, thus realizing the connection between the dust box and the dirt handling module. The cleaning base station performs a centralized dust removal operation on the dust box, ensuring that the dirt collected in the dust box can be transferred to the dirt recycling bin for subsequent centralized processing, so that the dust box of the cleaning equipment has sufficient space to facilitate ensuring the subsequent cleaning quality.

[0042] In this application, the main body includes at least the power supply module as described above. Furthermore, the main unit 200 includes at least the water tank 210 and its related components as described above. Additionally, as... Figures 2 to 3 As shown, the cleaning equipment also includes a heater 221.

[0043] The heater 221 is located in the main unit 200 and acts on the water tank 210. The heater 221 can heat the water in the water tank 210 after being powered on.

[0044] In this process, after the cleaning equipment is connected to the supporting cleaning base station, the heater 221 is electrically connected to the power supply device 111 installed in the cleaning base station and is powered on.

[0045] In the technical solution provided by the present invention, the cleaning equipment can operate independently of the cleaning base station, for example, using the clean water in its own water tank 210 to clean the surface to be cleaned.

[0046] When stubborn stains remain on the surface to be cleaned, the cleaning equipment can return to the cleaning base station and dock with it. Simultaneously or subsequently, the heater 221 located at the main unit 200 is electrically connected to and energized by the power supply device 111 within the cleaning base station. The energized heater 221 heats the water in the cleaning equipment's water tank 210 to obtain high-temperature hot water. Then, when the cleaning equipment operates independently again, it can use the high-temperature hot water obtained from the water tank 210 to clean the stubborn stains.

[0047] This application allows for direct heating of hot water within the water tank 210, eliminating the need for a complex hot water delivery pipeline system between the cleaning base station and the cleaning equipment. This also helps maintain the hot water temperature relatively consistently during the cleaning process. Furthermore, the cleaning base station is equipped with a higher-power power supply device 111, requiring minimal modifications. The cleaning equipment does not require an additional higher-power power supply, thus avoiding excessive load and power consumption on the cleaning equipment and contributing to improved overall reliability.

[0048] It is understood that the heater 221 in this application is generally designed to be powered on before heating. Its specific type, depending on actual needs, can be, but is not limited to, a resistance heating module, an electromagnetic induction heating module, etc. In order to achieve faster and safer heating of the water in the water tank 210 after the cleaning equipment has moved to the docking position, the heater 221 is generally a resistance heating module, that is, it mainly includes heating resistance wires.

[0049] Heater 221 is mounted at the main unit 200. In one specific embodiment, especially when heater 221 can be in direct contact with water, heater 221 can be directly installed inside water tank 210, which helps heater 221 to directly heat water without the need for additional design such as suitable heat transfer medium.

[0050] And / or in another specific embodiment, the heater 221 may also be located outside the water tank 210. In this case, regardless of whether the heater 221 is suitable for direct contact with the water in the water tank 210, it can be ensured that it operates and generates heat in a relatively safe environment.

[0051] To transfer the heat generated by the heater 221 located outside the water tank 210 to the water inside the tank 210 more quickly, effectively, and efficiently, at least a portion of the tank shell of the water tank 210 is made of a thermally conductive material, forming a heat-conducting section. The heater 221 is connected to the heat-conducting section for heat exchange. The heat-conducting section is configured with a thermally conductive structure sufficient to meet the heat conduction requirements, for example, it is made of materials with better thermal conductivity, such as metals, ceramics, or graphite. The heat exchange connection between the heater 221 and the heat-conducting section can be either contact or non-contact. In the non-contact type, the heater 221 is placed as close as possible to the heat-conducting section.

[0052] Furthermore, the heater 221 can be installed at the bottom of the water tank 210. For example, it can be installed on the inner and / or outer side of the bottom shell of the water tank 210. In this way, regardless of the amount of water in the water tank 210, the heater 221 can be kept as close as possible to or in direct contact with the water.

[0053] Of course, the heater 221 can also be installed on the side of the water tank 210. For example, it can be installed on the inner and / or outer side of the side shell of the water tank 210. When the heater 221 is installed on the side of the water tank 210, it can be positioned adjacent to the bottom of the water tank 210. Alternatively, it can be positioned at a preset distance from the bottom of the water tank 210. This preset distance roughly corresponds to the liquid level in the water tank 210. This allows the water in the water tank 210 to receive more direct and efficient heating from the heater 221 once the preset liquid level is reached.

[0054] The heater 221 may be installed on only one side of the water tank 210. Alternatively, depending on the actual needs, the heater 221 may be installed on at least two sides of the water tank 210. In a specific application, the heater 221 may be installed around the circumference of the water tank 210. The heater 221 may be installed in a single turn or in multiple turns.

[0055] The heater 221 provided in this application may include only one heating element. This heating element is selected and installed as described above.

[0056] Alternatively, the heater 221 provided in this application may include at least two heating elements. Each heating element can be electrically connected to the power supply device 111 in the cleaning base station to receive power. After receiving power, each heating element can heat the water in the water tank 210.

[0057] The heating components can be configured in a way that allows them to be interconnected. That is, when one heating component starts running, the remaining heating components start running simultaneously or at staggered times.

[0058] Each heating element can also be set up independently. That is, any one heating element can be started and operated independently without significantly affecting the operation of the remaining heating elements.

[0059] At this time, each heating element can be installed corresponding to different parts of the water tank 210. That is, it can achieve simultaneous heating of multiple areas of water in the water tank 210 or individual heating of different areas. For example, at least one heating element can be installed corresponding to the bottom of the water tank 210. At least one heating element can be installed corresponding to the side of the water tank 210.

[0060] Each heating component can generate different heating parameters after being powered on. These heating parameters refer to, for example, heating power, heating duration, and maximum heating temperature.

[0061] Different heating parameters and / or the aforementioned heating areas can form different heating schemes. When the heating parameters of each heating element differ after being energized, even if all heating elements are located in the same area within the water tank 210, the desired heating scheme can be obtained by selecting different heating elements to be energized. For example, when the water tank 210 requires rapid heating, heating elements with higher heating power, shorter heating time, or a greater number of heating elements can be selected for energization.

[0062] Based on one or more of the above embodiments, in a further embodiment, the cleaning system, cleaning base station, and / or cleaning equipment may be equipped with a control device 300. The control device 300 is a functional device that can perform intelligent control functions, and it may be, but is not limited to, a pre-compiled control chip. The control device 300 can be electrically connected via wired or wireless means to any required functional components, such as the heater 221, the power supply device 111, etc.

[0063] Based on this, the cleaning equipment may also include a temperature sensor 222. The temperature sensor 222 is electrically connected to the control device 300. The temperature sensor 222 is a device that can sense the temperature value of the environment. Specifically, the temperature sensor 222 can be installed in the water tank 210 and is mainly used to sense the temperature value of the water in the water tank 210. The control device 300 receives the temperature value sensed by the temperature sensor 222. After confirming that the temperature value is lower than a preset temperature threshold, it can control the cleaning equipment to return to the cleaning base station and switch to docking mode as needed, so that the power supply device 111 can supply power to the heater 221, and then the heater 221 can heat the water in the water tank 210. Until the temperature value of the water in the water tank 210 reaches the required value, the control device 300 then controls the heater 221 to lose power.

[0064] Similarly, the cleaning equipment may also include a level sensor. The level sensor and the control device 300 are electrically connected. The level sensor is a device that can sense the water level in the environment. Specifically, the level sensor can be installed inside the water tank 210 and is mainly used to sense the water level in the water tank 210. The control device 300 receives the water level value sensed by the level sensor. And after confirming that the water level is lower than a preset water level threshold, it can control the cleaning equipment to return to the cleaning base station, switch to docking mode, and perform a water replenishment operation for the water tank 210 as needed. Until the water level in the water tank 210 reaches the required level, the control device 300 controls the water replenishment to end.

[0065] The temperature sensor 222 and the liquid level sensor can work together. For example, the heater 221 can only be controlled to heat the water in the water tank 210 when the water volume is higher than the preset water volume threshold, so as to avoid the heater 221 from burning dry when the water in the water tank 210 is too low.

[0066] In addition, cleaning equipment may include a layer of insulation material. Insulation materials are materials with relatively low thermal conductivity, such as sponge, foam, and wood.

[0067] The insulation material layer can be specifically embedded inside the shell of the water tank 210. That is, the entire shell of the water tank 210 is made of the insulation material layer. Alternatively, a portion of the shell of the water tank 210 can be made of a composite of insulation material layers.

[0068] And / or, the insulation material layer can be attached to the inner surface of the tank shell of the water tank 210. And / or, the insulation material layer can be attached to the outer surface of the tank shell of the water tank 210. In this way, the forming of the insulation material layer and the forming of the tank shell do not interfere with each other, and only a detachable or non-detachable connection needs to be made after the two are formed separately.

[0069] The insulation layer can keep the water in the water tank 210 warm. Especially when the cleaning equipment switches to the separation state and completes the power supply to the heater 221, the insulation layer can delay the cooling of the water in the water tank 210 as much as possible, ensuring that the cleaning equipment has water at the required temperature supplied to the cleaning component 260 while moving in the environment to be cleaned.

[0070] As described above, cleaning equipment generally has its own battery module 231. The battery module 231 can meet the power needs of the cleaning equipment, especially in its disconnected state. In a further embodiment, the battery module 231 can also be electrically connected to the heater 221 within the main unit 200, and this electrical connection can be adjusted. That is, the battery module 231 can assist in powering the heater 221. This is especially true when needed, without affecting the normal power supply of the cleaning equipment, by assisting the heater 221 in receiving power.

[0071] Based on one or more of the above embodiments, it can be understood that when the cleaning equipment moves to the docking state, the power supply device 111 can be electrically connected to the heater 221. There are several ways to achieve this: For example, the power supply device 111 can form an electrical connection portion. The heater 221 can form an electrical connection portion. The electrical connection portion is exposed on the outer wall of the main body, constituting the aforementioned electrical connection portion 240. When moved to the docking state, the electrical connection portion and the electrical connection portion are connected in place. At this time, the electrical connection portion and the electrical connection portion are, for example, a combination of a plug and a socket, or a combination of electrical terminals, etc.

[0072] Specifically, please combine Figures 4 to 5 The power supply module of the clean base station, as described above, is equipped with a power supply circuit 110. The power supply circuit 110 is equipped with a power supply device 111.

[0073] The cleaning equipment, for example, is equipped with a heating circuit 220. The heating circuit 220 is equipped with a heater 221 as described above. The heater 221 is connected to the water tank 210 for heat exchange.

[0074] In this system, after the cleaning equipment and the cleaning base station are connected, the power supply circuit 110 and the heating circuit 220 can be selectively electrically connected, and after connection, a first power supply circuit is formed.

[0075] Specifically, such as Figure 5 As shown, the power supply circuit 110 connects to the power supply device 111 via wires, forming two connection contacts. The heating circuit 220 connects to the heater 221 via wires, forming two first connection contacts C1. When the two first connection contacts C1 are disconnected, the heating circuit 220 is effectively open-circuited, and the heater 221 loses power. When the two first connection contacts C1 are connected to the two connection contacts C0 respectively, the power supply circuit 110 and the heating circuit 220 together form a complete and conductive loop, constituting the first power supply loop. At this time, the power supply device 111 in the first power supply loop is electrically connected to the heater 221, and the heater 221 is energized.

[0076] When the body also includes a battery module 231 as described above, correspondingly, such as Figure 4As shown, the cleaning equipment also includes a charging circuit 230. The charging circuit 230 is connected to the battery module 231 via wires, forming two second connection contact points C2. When the two second connection contact points C2 are disconnected, the charging circuit 230 is effectively open-circuited, and the battery module 231 loses power. When the two second connection contact points C2 are connected to the two parallel contact points C0 respectively, the power supply circuit 110 and the charging circuit 230 together form a complete and conductive loop, constituting a second power supply loop. At this time, the power supply device 111 in the second power supply loop is electrically connected to the battery module 231, and the battery module 231 is powered.

[0077] To enable flexible switching between the first and second power supply circuits, in one specific embodiment, the cleaning system includes a switching component 120. The switching component 120 is located at the cleaning base station and / or the cleaning equipment. After the cleaning equipment and the cleaning base station are connected, the switching component 120 can selectively switch the first power supply circuit and / or the second power supply circuit.

[0078] For example Figures 4 to 5 As shown, the first contact point C1 and the second contact point C2 can both be located at the electrical connection portion 240 of the main unit 200. In this case, the switching component 120 can be located, for example, on the main body, to adjust the positions of the two contact points C0. And / or the switching component 120 can be located, for example, on the main unit 200, to adjust the positions of the first contact point C1 and the second contact point C2.

[0079] Depending on actual needs, the first power supply circuit and the second power supply circuit can be turned on simultaneously. That is, the power supply device 111 can supply power to the battery module 231 and the heater 221 at the same time. However, generally, the first power supply circuit and the second power supply circuit are set not to be turned on at the same time. That is, the switching component 120 can selectively switch the first power supply circuit or the second power supply circuit to be turned on, so that the power supply device 111 supplies power to the battery module 231 alone or supplies power to the heater 221 alone.

[0080] However, it is generally understood that when both the battery module 231 and the heater 221 have power supply requirements, the charging priority of the battery module 231 can be set to be higher than the power supply priority of the heater 221, so as to at least ensure that the basic functions of the cleaning equipment can be started and operated after switching to the separation state.

[0081] When both the first power supply circuit and the second power supply circuit exist, the first power supply circuit and the second power supply circuit can be turned on by triggering. That is, after triggering, the switching component 120 switches to turn on the first power supply circuit and / or turn on the second power supply circuit.

[0082] Alternatively, after the cleaning equipment and the cleaning base station are connected, the switching component 120 can be set to directly activate the second power supply circuit by default, ensuring that the power supply device 111 can charge the battery module 231 first. After being triggered, the switching component 120 then switches to activate the first power supply circuit, enabling the power supply device 111 to supply power to the heater 221.

[0083] When the same heater 221 has at least two heating elements, or multiple heaters 221, as described above, multiple heating circuits 220 are formed. Specifically, the heating parameters of the heaters 221 in at least two heating circuits 220 can be different. After the cleaning equipment and the cleaning base station are connected, the power supply circuit 110 can selectively connect electrically to any heating circuit 220. In this way, the switching component 120 can switch the power supply circuit 110 to connect electrically to different heating circuits 220, forming different first power supply loops and obtaining different heating schemes.

[0084] Furthermore, the temperature sensor 222 described above can be located in the first power supply circuit. The control device 300 is electrically connected to the switching component 120 to control the operation of the switching component 120 according to the temperature value.

[0085] Reference Figure 6 , Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the control device 300 for the hardware operating environment involved in the embodiment of the present invention.

[0086] like Figure 6 As shown, the control device 300 may include: a processor 310, such as a central processing unit (CPU), a communication bus 320, a user interface 330, a network interface 340, and a memory 350. The communication bus 320 is used to enable communication between these components. The user interface 330 may include a display screen and an input unit such as a keyboard; optionally, the user interface 330 may also include a standard wired interface or a wireless interface. The network interface 340 may optionally include a standard wired interface or a wireless interface (such as a Wi-Fi interface). The memory 350 may be a high-speed random access memory (RAM) or a stable non-volatile memory (NVM), such as a disk storage device. Optionally, the memory 350 may also be a storage device independent of the aforementioned processor 310.

[0087] Those skilled in the art will understand that Figure 6The structure shown does not constitute a limitation on the control device 300, and may include more or fewer components than shown, or combine certain components, or have different component arrangements.

[0088] like Figure 6 As shown, the memory 350, which serves as a storage medium, may include an operating system, a network communication module, a user interface 330 module, and a control program for the cleaning system.

[0089] exist Figure 6 In the control device 300 shown, the network interface 340 is mainly used for data communication with the network server; the user interface 330 is mainly used for data interaction with the user; the processor 310 and the memory 350 in the control device 300 of the present invention can be set in the cleaning system. The control device 300 calls the control program of the cleaning system stored in the memory 350 through the processor 310 and executes the control method of the cleaning system provided in the embodiment of the present invention.

[0090] This invention provides a control method for a cleaning system, referring to... Figure 1 , Figure 1 This is a flowchart illustrating an embodiment of a control method for a cleaning system according to the present invention.

[0091] Specifically, the control methods for this cleaning system include: Step S200: Control the connection between the cleaning equipment and the cleaning base station.

[0092] Step S400: In response to the triggering of a preset first power supply condition, control the power supply device 111 to be electrically connected to the heater 221 to conduct the first power supply circuit for the heater.

[0093] In this embodiment, the cleaning device can return to the cleaning base station in response to the need to return while in a separate state, and then dock with the cleaning base station to switch to a docking state.

[0094] Alternatively, the cleaning equipment can be pre-positioned at the cleaning base station. Then, in this step, it is confirmed that the cleaning equipment and the cleaning base station have switched to a docked state.

[0095] After confirming that the cleaning equipment and the cleaning base station are properly connected, the power supply device 111 and the heater 221 are electrically connected. The power supply device 111 can be directly electrically connected to the heater 221, or, as described above, the power supply circuit 110 and the heating circuit 220 can be electrically connected. Once the electrical connection is established, a first conductive power supply loop is formed between the power supply device 111 and the heater 221. This first power supply loop can be the heater 221. Thus, the heater 221 can heat the water in the water tank 210 of the cleaning equipment.

[0096] In practical applications, the same cleaning system may have one or at least two preset scenarios for initial power supply conditions to be triggered: In one specific scheme, a docking action between the cleaning equipment and the cleaning base station can be set up to directly or indirectly trigger the first power supply condition through an intermediate mechanism. That is, the docking action between the cleaning equipment and the cleaning base station mechanically links the electrical connection between the power supply device 111 and the heater 221.

[0097] The intermediate mechanism can be a pre-set mechanical transmission mechanism that transmits power according to set rules. Alternatively, the intermediate mechanism can also be a trigger unit pre-set at the docking point between the cleaning equipment and / or the cleaning base station. When the cleaning equipment and the cleaning base station are docked, the two docking points abut against each other, directly pressing the trigger unit to trigger the first power supply condition. The specific design of the trigger unit can be varied, and can include, but is not limited to, a force sensor, a mechanical button, etc.

[0098] Of course, the first power supply condition can also be triggered after the preset second trigger command is generated. The second trigger command can be generated before, simultaneously with, or after step S200, according to preset rules.

[0099] For example, in one specific solution, it is determined whether the cleaning equipment needs to perform a preset cleaning task within a preset time; after confirming that the cleaning equipment needs to perform the preset cleaning task within a preset time, the first power supply condition is triggered.

[0100] In this solution, the control device can predefine one or at least two cleaning tasks as preset cleaning tasks (for ease of understanding, the preset cleaning task will be defined as the target cleaning task below).

[0101] Specifically, cleaning tasks can be categorized according to the different areas to be cleaned: for example, cleaning tasks in the kitchen and bathroom can be designated as target cleaning tasks. They can also be categorized according to the surface area of ​​the areas to be cleaned: for example, cleaning tasks in the living room or outdoor balcony, which have a larger surface area, can be designated as target cleaning tasks. Of course, user-defined categorization is also possible: for example, cleaning tasks in the master bedroom or master bathroom can be designated as target cleaning tasks. And so on, without limitation.

[0102] After the cleaning equipment is connected to the cleaning base station, a series of judgment operations can be performed, such as: whether a cleaning task needs to be performed subsequently, whether the cleaning task is the target cleaning task, and whether the cleaning task needs to be performed within a preset time.

[0103] The setting of the preset time period mainly takes into account the duration of power supply after the first power supply circuit is turned on, and the effective heat preservation time after the water in the water tank 210 is heated to the target temperature. Then, the first power supply condition can be triggered after confirming that the target cleaning task needs to be performed within the preset time period.

[0104] For example, in another specific embodiment, the cleaning system may have a human-machine interface module installed at the cleaning base station and / or cleaning equipment, or at other external locations. This human-machine interface module can communicate with a control device. The human-machine interface module is equipped with preset triggering devices. One or more of these triggering devices are preset triggering devices related to triggering the first power supply condition; for ease of understanding, these triggering devices will be defined below as target triggering devices.

[0105] Based on this, it is determined whether the user has triggered the preset triggering device; after confirming that the target triggering device has been triggered, the first power supply condition is triggered.

[0106] In other words, in this solution, the user can directly decide whether to activate the first power supply circuit and whether to heat the water in the water tank 210 through the heater 221.

[0107] The specific design of the target triggering device is not limited; it can be a virtual button or a physical button displayed on the human-computer interaction interface. Alternatively, it can be a mobile terminal or other fixed terminal that communicates with the human-computer interaction interface.

[0108] For example, in another specific embodiment, when the cleaning equipment as described above also includes a temperature sensor 222, and the temperature sensor 222 is located inside the water tank 210, then before, simultaneously with, or after step S200, the following steps are also included: Step S111: Obtain the temperature value sensed by temperature sensor 222.

[0109] Step S112: When the temperature value is lower than the preset temperature threshold, the first power supply condition is triggered.

[0110] It is understandable that when the cleaning equipment is in a disconnected state and is performing its own cleaning task (which may be, but is not limited to, a cleaning task that requires hot water), the temperature sensor 222 senses the temperature value of the water in the water tank 210, and when the control device 300 determines that the current temperature value is lower than the preset temperature threshold, it can directly trigger the second power supply condition.

[0111] Alternatively, in a further embodiment, if it is determined that before step S200, the cleaning device is controlled to move within the area to be cleaned and performs a preset cleaning task (i.e., a cleaning task requiring hot water, such as the aforementioned target cleaning task), the temperature sensor 222 senses the temperature value in real time. When the control device detects that the temperature value sensed by the temperature sensor 222 is too low, it can further determine whether the currently performed cleaning task has been completed.

[0112] If it is determined that the current temperature value is lower than the preset temperature threshold, and the current cleaning task has not been fully completed, the cleaning equipment can be asked to return, and the first power supply condition can be triggered.

[0113] It should be noted that when the cleaning equipment is in a disconnected state and triggers the preset first power supply condition, the control device 300 can control the cleaning equipment to immediately return, switch to the docking state, and control both the cleaning equipment and the cleaning base station to respond to the triggering of the first power supply condition. Alternatively, the control device 300 can wait until the cleaning equipment clearly needs to return and switch to the docking state before controlling both the cleaning equipment and the cleaning base station to respond to the triggering of the first power supply condition.

[0114] Of course, the specific solutions listed above do not constitute a limitation on the first power supply condition. The first power supply condition can be defined arbitrarily according to actual needs.

[0115] Since the cleaning system has at least two preset first power supply conditions as described above, these first power supply conditions can be further refined. For example, the specific type of the first power supply condition can be associated with the conduction scheme of the first power supply circuit.

[0116] For example, in a specific scenario, if, as mentioned above, it is confirmed that the target cleaning task needs to be performed within a preset time, then: If the workload of the subsequent target cleaning task is heavy, the first power supply circuit can be activated immediately, and for example, the power supply to heater 111 in the first power supply circuit can be increased, and / or the target heating temperature of the water in the water tank 210 can be increased by heater 111. Conversely, if the workload of the subsequent target cleaning task is light, the power supply to heater 111 in the first power supply circuit can be appropriately reduced, and / or the target heating temperature of the water in the water tank 210 can be appropriately decreased by heater 111.

[0117] If the waiting time for subsequent cleaning tasks is short, immediately activating the first power supply circuit can be considered. Conversely, if the waiting time for subsequent cleaning tasks is long, delaying the activation of the first power supply circuit can be considered.

[0118] For example, in another specific solution, if, as mentioned above, the temperature value is confirmed to be lower than the preset temperature threshold and the previously performed cleaning task has not been fully completed, then different conduction schemes can be formed based on the remaining amount of the cleaning task, the remaining area, etc.

[0119] For example, when there is a large amount of cleaning work remaining, the power supply to heater 111 in the first power supply circuit can be increased, and / or the target heating temperature of the water in the water tank 210 can be increased by heater 111. Conversely, when there is a small amount of cleaning work remaining, the power supply to heater 111 in the first power supply circuit can be appropriately reduced, and / or the target heating temperature of the water in the water tank 210 can be appropriately decreased by heater 111.

[0120] When the cleaning device is equipped with battery module 231 as described above, the process may further include the following steps before step S400: Step S310: After confirming that the cleaning equipment and the cleaning base station are properly connected, directly control the power supply device 111 to electrically connect with the battery module 231 to conduct the second power supply circuit for the battery module 231.

[0121] At this point, once the cleaning equipment is properly connected to the cleaning base station, it is automatically assumed that the power supply device 111 will charge the battery module 231. Therefore, no other triggering commands are needed; the power supply device 111 can be directly controlled to electrically connect with the battery module 231, making it easy to operate.

[0122] Alternatively, in step S320: after confirming that the cleaning equipment and the cleaning base station are properly connected, in response to the triggering of the preset second power supply condition, the power supply device 111 is electrically connected to the battery module 231 to conduct the second power supply circuit for the battery module 231.

[0123] At this time, after the cleaning equipment is connected to the cleaning base station, the power supply device 111 is electrically connected to the battery module 231 after confirming that the preset second power supply condition has been triggered.

[0124] Similarly, the specific triggering method for the second power supply condition is not limited and can be referred to the above.

[0125] As described above, when the cleaning equipment is equipped with a battery module 231 and a heater 221, after the cleaning equipment switches to the docking state, if both the battery module 231 and the heater 221 require power, the priority for electrical connection between the power supply device 111 and the battery module 231 is higher than the priority for electrical connection between the power supply device 111 and the heater 221. That is, the second power supply circuit is activated first, followed by the first power supply circuit.

[0126] Furthermore, in a specific application, as described above, the cleaning device also includes a battery module 231, a temperature sensor 222, and a liquid level sensor. Therefore, before, during, or after step S200, the following may also be included: Step S121: Obtain the remaining power value of the battery module 231, the temperature value sensed by the temperature sensor 222, and the remaining water value sensed by the liquid level sensor.

[0127] Step S122: When the remaining power value is not lower than the preset power threshold, the temperature value is lower than the preset temperature threshold, and the remaining water value is not lower than the preset water threshold, the first power supply condition is triggered.

[0128] It is understandable that once it is determined that the cleaning equipment needs to return to the cleaning base station, that is, switch to the docking state, the remaining power value of the battery module 231, the current temperature value sensed by the temperature sensor 222, and the remaining water value sensed by the liquid level sensor can be obtained respectively.

[0129] When the temperature value is lower than the preset temperature threshold, it means that the current water temperature in the water tank 210 cannot meet the hot water usage requirements, and the water in the water tank 210 needs to be heated.

[0130] When the remaining water volume is not lower than the preset water volume threshold, it means that the water in the water tank 210 will not be too little and will not have an adverse effect on the heater 221, water tank 210 or main unit 200 during the heating process of the heater 221.

[0131] The preset power threshold corresponding to the remaining power value is sufficient to support the cleaning equipment's journey from its current location back to the cleaning base station, with some power remaining. This remaining power is also sufficient to power the heater 221 via the battery module 231 during this journey.

[0132] At this point, the battery module 231 and heater 221 can be electrically connected. During the return process, the battery module 231 enables the heater 221 to preheat the remaining water in the water tank 210. This ensures that when the cleaning equipment returns to the cleaning base station and the power device 111 and heater 221 are electrically connected, the water in the water tank 210 has already been preheated to a certain temperature. Even if water needs to be added to the water tank 210 at this time, the heating time of the heater 221 and the heating power consumption can be reduced to a certain extent during the power supply process from the power device 111 to the heater 221.

[0133] Furthermore, in a specific application, when the cleaning equipment also includes a detection device, and the detection device is used to detect preset indicators of the environment to be cleaned, the process prior to step S200 above further includes: Step S131: Control the cleaning equipment to move within the environment to be cleaned, and detect preset indicators within the environment to be cleaned based on the detection device during the movement.

[0134] Step S132: Based on the measured value of the preset index, retrieve the heating scheme associated with the measured value from the preset database, and trigger the first power supply condition corresponding to the heating scheme.

[0135] It is understandable that when the cleaning equipment is primarily operating in cleaning mode, it can be specifically controlled to first move throughout the entire area to be cleaned. During its movement, it is necessary to use detection devices to monitor the actual conditions within the environment to be cleaned, i.e., preset indicators.

[0136] The preset indicator refers to the indicator related to the heating status of the water in water tank 210. Thus, once the specific measured value of the preset indicator is determined, a suitable heating scheme can be matched from the preset database. This heating scheme is then converted into a corresponding second trigger command for the cleaning base station and cleaning equipment to respond and execute.

[0137] The preset indicators can be, but are not limited to, the degree of dirtiness, the urgency of the cleaning task, the importance of the cleaning task, the continuity of the cleaning task, and environmental parameters.

[0138] There are many heating schemes, which may include, but are not limited to, the power supply duration, power supply power and power supply timing of the power supply device 111 to the heater 221.

[0139] Wherein, when at least two heaters 221 are provided as described above, or when heaters 221 include at least two heating elements, each heater 221 / heating element forms different heating parameters, then the heating scheme also includes different heating parameters for different heaters 221 / heating elements.

[0140] For example, when the preset indicator is the degree of dirt, the cleaning equipment can detect the degree of dirt in various areas of the environment to be cleaned based on detection devices during its operation. The heating scheme is then correlated with the degree of dirt. For instance, when the degree of dirt is high, the temperature of the water in the water tank 210 can be appropriately increased by the heater 221. Conversely, when the degree of dirt is low, the temperature of the water in the water tank 210 can be appropriately decreased by the heater 221.

[0141] Alternatively, for example, when the preset indicator is the urgency of the cleaning task, the cleaning equipment can detect the urgency of the cleaning task in the environment to be cleaned based on detection devices during its operation. The heating scheme is then correlated with the urgency of the cleaning task. In this case, the detection devices can determine the urgency based on the execution time of the cleaning task, the area to be cleaned, and the specific parameters calibrated by the user for the cleaning task. For example, when the urgency of the cleaning task is high, the heating time of the water in the water tank 210 can be appropriately increased by the heater 221. Conversely, when the urgency of the cleaning task is low, the heating time of the water in the water tank 210 can be appropriately delayed by the heater 221.

[0142] Alternatively, for example, when the preset indicator is the importance of the cleaning task, the cleaning equipment can detect the importance of the cleaning task within the environment to be cleaned based on detection devices during its operation. The heating scheme is then correlated with the urgency of the cleaning task. For instance, when the environment to be cleaned is a pre-marked important area, indicating a high urgency of the current cleaning task, the heating time of the water in the water tank 210 can be appropriately accelerated by the heater 221. Conversely, when the urgency of the cleaning task is low, the heating time of the water in the water tank 210 can be appropriately delayed by the heater 221.

[0143] Alternatively, for example, when the preset indicator is the continuity of the cleaning task, the cleaning equipment can detect the continuity of the cleaning task in the environment to be cleaned based on detection devices during its operation. The heating scheme is then correlated with the continuity of the cleaning task. For instance, as described above, if the cleaning task performed by the cleaning equipment is interrupted and returns due to low water temperature or lack of water, the remaining unfinished cleaning task, i.e., the continuity level, is relatively high. In this case, the heating time of the water in the water tank 210 can be appropriately accelerated by the heater 221. Conversely, when the continuity of the cleaning task is low, the heating time of the water in the water tank 210 can be appropriately delayed by the heater 221.

[0144] Alternatively, for example, when the preset indicator is an environmental parameter, the cleaning equipment can detect the environmental parameters of the environment to be cleaned using detection devices during its operation. The heating scheme is then correlated with these environmental parameters. For instance, as described above, when the cleaning task performed by the cleaning equipment is in the cold winter, the heater 221 can appropriately accelerate the heating time of the water in the water tank 210 and appropriately increase the target heating temperature of the water. Conversely, when the cleaning task performed by the cleaning equipment is in the hot summer, the heater 221 can appropriately slow down the heating time of the water in the water tank 210 and appropriately decrease the target heating temperature of the water.

[0145] Furthermore, based on one or more of the above solutions, it can also be configured that during the electrical connection between the power supply device 111 and the battery module 231 (i.e., the second power supply circuit is activated), and / or the electrical connection between the power supply device 111 and the heater 221 (i.e., the first power supply circuit is activated), the cleaning base station can be controlled to respond to other preset commands and perform operations associated with the preset commands on the cleaning equipment. That is, the power supply operation of the power supply device 111 does not affect other operations performed by the cleaning base station on the cleaning equipment. Other operations performed by the cleaning base station on the cleaning equipment may be, but are not limited to, the above-mentioned water replenishment operation, centralized dust removal operation, etc.

[0146] In the technical solution provided by this invention, the cleaning equipment can operate independently of the cleaning base station according to a preset program. For example, it can use clean water in its own water tank 210 to clean the surfaces to be cleaned in the environment to be cleaned.

[0147] When stubborn stains are present on the surface to be cleaned, the cleaning equipment can be controlled to return to the cleaning base station and dock with it. Simultaneously or subsequently, the heater 221 located in the main unit 200 can be electrically connected to the power supply device 111 within the cleaning base station. In this way, the heater 221 can exchange heat with the water tank 210 of the cleaning equipment, that is, heat the clean water in the water tank 210 to obtain high-temperature hot water.

[0148] Then the cleaning equipment can be controlled to operate independently again, for example, the high-temperature hot water obtained by heating in the water tank 210 can be used to clean stubborn stains.

[0149] This application allows for direct heating of hot water within the water tank 210, eliminating the need for a complex hot water delivery pipeline system between the cleaning base station and the cleaning equipment. This also helps maintain the hot water temperature relatively consistently during the cleaning process. Furthermore, the cleaning base station is equipped with a higher-power power supply device 111, requiring minimal modifications. The cleaning equipment does not require an additional higher-power power supply, thus avoiding excessive load and power consumption on the cleaning equipment and contributing to improved overall reliability.

[0150] Furthermore, the present invention also provides a control method for a cleaning system, the cleaning system including a detection device as described above. Specifically, the detection device is used to detect the degree of dirtiness of the environment to be cleaned. In this case, the control method for the cleaning system specifically includes: Step A100: Control the cleaning equipment to move within the environment to be cleaned, and detect the degree of dirt in the environment to be cleaned based on the detection device during the movement. When it is confirmed that the degree of dirt in any area exceeds the preset dirt threshold, the area is marked as a heavily soiled area.

[0151] Step A300: Control the connection between the cleaning equipment and the cleaning base station.

[0152] Step A400: In response to the triggering of the preset first power supply condition, the control power supply device 111 is electrically connected to the heater 221 to conduct the first power supply circuit for the heater 221, and after the preset heating requirement is met, the control cleaning equipment is separated from the cleaning base station and at least returned to the heavily polluted area for cleaning.

[0153] In this embodiment, the cleaning equipment can also move freely throughout the environment to be cleaned. During its movement, it detects the level of dirt in different areas of the environment. Areas with dirt levels exceeding a threshold are marked as heavily soiled areas; the remaining areas below the threshold are marked as normal areas.

[0154] During operation or marking, the cleaning equipment can continue cleaning the entire area using the water currently in tank 210. The entire area includes both heavily soiled and regular areas. Alternatively, the cleaning equipment can bypass heavily soiled areas and only clean the marked regular areas. It's understood that the water in tank 210 is sufficient to thoroughly clean the regular areas. Alternatively, the cleaning equipment can simply detect and mark areas without cleaning any specific area within the environment to be cleaned.

[0155] Next, the cleaning equipment returns to the cleaning base station and docks with it. As described above, the control power supply device 111 supplies power to the heater 221. The heater 221 heats the water in the water tank 210 to obtain high-temperature hot water.

[0156] Finally, once the heating is complete, the cleaning equipment separates from the cleaning base station again and returns to the environment to be cleaned.

[0157] If the regular areas have already been cleaned and are properly cleaned, the cleaning equipment only needs to use hot water to clean the heavily soiled areas for the first time.

[0158] If the entire area has already been cleaned and the regular areas have been cleaned properly, the cleaning equipment only needs to use hot water to clean the heavily soiled areas a second time.

[0159] If no area has been cleaned beforehand, the cleaning equipment can use high-temperature hot water to clean the entire area. Furthermore, during the cleaning process, heavily soiled areas can be cleaned first, followed by regular areas. This prevents the water temperature in tank 210 from dropping in the latter stages of cleaning, which could reduce the cleaning effectiveness of the heavily soiled areas later on.

[0160] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention in any way. Although the present invention has been disclosed above with reference to preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present invention. Any person skilled in the art can make some modifications or alterations to the above-disclosed technical content to create equivalent embodiments without departing from the scope of the present invention. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes and alterations made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present invention without departing from the scope of the present invention shall still fall within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A control method for a cleaning system, characterized in that, The cleaning system includes a cleaning base station and cleaning equipment. The cleaning base station is equipped with a power supply device, and the cleaning equipment is equipped with a water tank and a heater. The heater is connected to the water tank for heat exchange. The control method of the cleaning system includes: Control the connection between the cleaning equipment and the cleaning base station; and, In response to the triggering of a preset first power supply condition, the control power supply device is electrically connected to the heater to conduct the first power supply circuit for the heater.

2. The control method for the cleaning system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, After the cleaning equipment completes the docking action with the cleaning base station, the first power supply condition is triggered.

3. The control method for the cleaning system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, Before, simultaneously with, or after the step of controlling the cleaning equipment to dock with the cleaning base station, the method further includes: Determine whether the cleaning equipment needs to perform a preset cleaning task within a preset time. After confirming that the cleaning equipment needs to perform a preset cleaning task within a preset time, the first power supply condition is triggered.

4. The control method for the cleaning system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The cleaning system also includes a human-machine interaction module, which is equipped with a trigger device. Before, simultaneously with, or after the step of controlling the cleaning equipment to dock with the cleaning base station, the method further includes: Determine whether the user has triggered the preset trigger device; as well as, After confirming that the preset triggering device has been triggered, the first power supply condition is triggered.

5. The control method for the cleaning system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The cleaning equipment also includes a temperature sensor, which is located inside the water tank; Before, simultaneously with, or after the step of controlling the cleaning equipment to dock with the cleaning base station, the method further includes: Obtain the temperature value sensed by the temperature sensor; and, When the temperature value is confirmed to be lower than the preset temperature threshold, the first power supply condition is triggered.

6. The control method for the cleaning system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The cleaning equipment also includes a temperature sensor, which is located inside the water tank; Before the step of controlling the cleaning equipment to dock with the cleaning base station, the following is also included: Control the cleaning equipment to perform preset cleaning tasks; Acquire the temperature value sensed by the temperature sensor, and determine whether the cleaning task is completed; and, The first power supply condition is triggered when it is confirmed that the temperature value is lower than the preset temperature threshold and the cleaning task has not been completed.

7. The control method for the cleaning system as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The cleaning equipment also includes a battery module for powering the cleaning equipment; Prior to the step of electrically connecting the control power supply device to the heater, the method further includes: After confirming that the cleaning equipment and the cleaning base station are properly connected, the power supply device is directly controlled to electrically connect to the battery module, thereby activating the second power supply circuit for the battery module; or... After confirming that the cleaning equipment and the cleaning base station are properly connected, in response to the triggering of the preset second power supply condition, the power supply device is electrically connected to the battery module to conduct the second power supply circuit for the battery module.

8. The control method for the cleaning system as described in claim 7, characterized in that, When both the battery module and the heater require power, the second power supply circuit is activated first.

9. The control method for the cleaning system according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that, After the first power supply circuit and / or the second power supply circuit are turned on, the cleaning base station can be controlled to respond to other preset instructions and perform operations associated with the preset instructions on the cleaning equipment.

10. The control method for the cleaning system according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The cleaning device also includes a battery module, a temperature sensor, and a liquid level sensor. The battery module is used to power the cleaning device and is electrically connected to the heater in a switchable manner. The temperature sensor and the liquid level sensor are both located inside the water tank. Before, simultaneously with, or after the step of controlling the docking of the cleaning equipment with the cleaning base station, the following is also included: The remaining battery power, temperature, and remaining water levels are obtained from the battery module, temperature sensor, and liquid level sensor, respectively; and... The first power supply condition is triggered when the remaining power value is not lower than a preset power threshold, the temperature value is lower than a preset temperature threshold, and the remaining water value is not lower than a preset water value threshold.

11. A control method for a cleaning system, characterized in that, The cleaning system includes a cleaning base station and cleaning equipment. The cleaning base station is equipped with a power supply device, and the cleaning equipment is equipped with a water tank, a heater, and a detection device. The heater is connected to the water tank for heat exchange, and the detection device is used to detect the degree of dirtiness of the environment to be cleaned. The control method for the cleaning system includes: The cleaning equipment is controlled to move within the environment to be cleaned, and the degree of dirt in the environment to be cleaned is detected based on the detection device during the movement. When the degree of dirt in any area exceeds a preset dirt threshold, the area is marked as a heavily soiled area. Control the connection between the cleaning equipment and the cleaning base station; In response to the triggering of a preset first power supply condition, the control power supply device is electrically connected to the heater to conduct the first power supply circuit for the heater, and after the preset heating requirement is met, the control device is separated from the cleaning base station and returns to the heavily polluted area for cleaning.

12. The control method for the cleaning system as described in claim 11, characterized in that, After the step of marking the heavily contaminated area and before the step of controlling the cleaning equipment to dock with the cleaning base station, the method further includes: The cleaning equipment is controlled to bypass the heavily soiled area and clean the regular areas that are not marked as heavily soiled areas.

13. The control method for the cleaning system as described in claim 11, characterized in that, After the step of marking all the heavily contaminated areas and before the step of controlling the cleaning equipment to dock with the cleaning base station, the method further includes: The cleaning equipment is controlled to perform full-area cleaning within the environment to be cleaned.

14. A cleaning system, characterized in that, include: Clean base stations are equipped with power supply devices; and, The cleaning equipment includes a water tank and a heater, wherein the heater is connected to the water tank for heat exchange. Wherein, the cleaning base station and / or the cleaning equipment includes a control device, the control device including a memory, a processor, and a control program for the cleaning system stored in the memory and executable on the processor, the control program for the cleaning system being configured to implement the steps of the control method for the cleaning system as described in any one of claims 1 to 13.

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