Automatic pool cleaning equipment and control method

Abstract

The invention provides automatic pool cleaning equipment and a control method, the automatic pool cleaning equipment comprises an equipment main body, and the automatic pool cleaning equipment further comprises an in-water sowing piece which is detachably mounted on the equipment main body; the in-water sowing piece comprises one or more identification structures for distinguishing the type of the in-water sowing piece; the identification assembly is arranged on the equipment main body, and the identification assembly is used for identifying an underwater sowing piece mounted on the equipment main body; in the process that the underwater sowing piece is installed on the equipment body, the recognition assembly recognizes the in-place installation state of the underwater sowing piece and / or the type of the underwater sowing piece according to the recognition structure of the underwater sowing piece. With the adoption of the application, a magnet does not need to be arranged on the underwater sowing piece such as a medicine box, so that the cost of consumables is effectively reduced, and unnecessary material waste is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of cleaning technology, and in particular to an automatic water tank cleaning device and control method. Background Technology

[0002] With the improvement of people's living standards and the development of technology, automatic pool cleaning equipment has been widely used in home pools, public pools and other places, which can maintain water quality balance by adding chemical agents.

[0003] In existing technologies, automatic water tank cleaning equipment is typically equipped with various types of medicine dispensers, such as pH+ and pH- type dispensers for adjusting pH levels. During operation, the equipment needs to accurately identify the medicine dispensers, such as whether they are properly installed and their type, to ensure the effectiveness of water quality maintenance. Failure to identify the dispensers may lead to incorrect dosage and compromise water safety. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of this, the present application provides an automatic water tank cleaning device and control method to solve at least one problem existing in the background art.

[0005] In a first aspect, an automatic water tank cleaning device is provided, comprising a main body of the device, the automatic water tank cleaning device further comprising: A water-spreading component, which is detachably installed on the main body of the device; the water-spreading component includes one or more identification structures for distinguishing the type of the water-spreading component. An identification component is disposed on the main body of the device; during the process of installing the underwater dispersing component to the main body of the device, the identification component identifies the installation status of the underwater dispersing component and / or the type of the underwater dispersing component according to the identification structure of the underwater dispersing component.

[0006] In conjunction with the first aspect, in an alternative implementation, the different types of water-spreading components include different identification structures.

[0007] In conjunction with the first aspect, in an optional implementation, the identification component includes: The linkage component includes a movable component and a test part that is linked with the movable component; during the process of installing the water-spreading component to the main body of the equipment, at least some of the movable components in the linkage component drive the corresponding test part to move along the installation direction of the water-spreading component under the drive of the recognition structure of the water-spreading component. The detection module is used to output the corresponding detection result based on the position of the measured part.

[0008] In conjunction with the first aspect, in an optional implementation, the movable component is a slider that can slide along the installation direction of the underwater dispersing component, and the slider can be pushed by the identification structure during the installation of the underwater dispersing component.

[0009] In conjunction with the first aspect, in an optional implementation, the linkage component further includes: A reset member, one end of which is connected to the movable member, is used to provide a reset force to the movable member when the water-spreading member is disassembled.

[0010] In conjunction with the first aspect, in an optional implementation, the detection module includes a magnetic sensor, and the measured part includes a magnetic component; Alternatively, the detection module may include a magnetic component, and the part being tested may include a magnetic sensor.

[0011] In conjunction with the first aspect, in an optional implementation, one of the detection module and the measured part includes a photoelectric sensor, and the other includes a reflective part.

[0012] In conjunction with the first aspect, in an optional implementation, the identification structure is a protrusion extending in the installation direction on the housing of the water-spreading component.

[0013] In conjunction with the first aspect, in an alternative implementation, at least one of the length, number, and position of the protrusions of the different water-spreading components is different.

[0014] In conjunction with the first aspect, in an optional implementation, the water-spreading component further includes an RFID tag; the automatic water tank cleaning device further includes: An RFID component, disposed on the main body of the device, is used to obtain historical usage information and / or production information of the water-spreading component by reading information from the RFID tag after the water-spreading component is installed in place.

[0015] In conjunction with the first aspect, in an alternative implementation, the identification component is further configured to: If it is detected that the water-spreading component is not installed properly or that the type of water-spreading component is not the expected target type of water-spreading component, a prompt message will be issued.

[0016] In a second aspect, a control method for an automatic water tank cleaning device is provided, applied to an automatic water tank cleaning device as described in any of the first aspects, wherein the automatic water tank cleaning device further includes a water pump module, and the method includes: Obtain water quality testing data for the target pool; Obtain the type of water-spreading component installed on the main body of the equipment, wherein the type of water-spreading component is related to the type of agent contained in the water-spreading component; The operation of the water pump module is controlled based on the water quality test data and the type of water-spreading component.

[0017] In conjunction with the second aspect, in an optional implementation, controlling the operation of the water pump module based on the water quality testing data and the type of the water-spreading component includes: When the water dispensing device type indicates that the agent contained in the water dispensing device is chlorine tablets, the water pump module is controlled to not work; When the water-spreading device type indicates that the agent contained in the water-spreading device is a pH agent, and the water quality test data is normal, the water pump module is controlled not to work. When the water-spreading device type indicates that the agent contained in the water-spreading device is a pH agent, and the water quality test data is abnormal, the water pump module is controlled to operate according to the dosage of the pH agent in the water-spreading device.

[0018] This application provides an automatic water tank cleaning device and control method. The automatic water tank cleaning device has an identification structure on the water-spreading component to distinguish the type of water-spreading component, and an identification component on the main body of the device. During the installation of the water-spreading component, the identification component can identify the installation status and / or type of the water-spreading component based on the identification structure. This eliminates the need to configure magnets for water-spreading components such as medicine boxes, thereby effectively reducing consumable costs and unnecessary material waste. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 A partial structural diagram of an automatic water tank cleaning device with the water-spreading component installed on the main body of the equipment. Figure 2 A partial structural diagram of an automatic water tank cleaning device where the water-spreading component is not installed on the main body of the device. Figure 3 A partial cross-sectional view of an automatic water tank cleaning system where the water-spreading component is being installed onto the main body of the equipment. Figure 1 ; Figure 4 A partial cross-sectional view of an automatic water tank cleaning system where the water-spreading component is being installed onto the main body of the equipment. Figure 2 ; Figure 5 A partial cross-sectional view of an automatic water tank cleaning system where the water-spreading component is being installed onto the main body of the equipment. Figure 3 ; Figure 6 A partial cross-sectional schematic diagram of an automatic water tank cleaning device with its linkage components in the initial state. Figure 7 for Figure 6 Enlarged cross-sectional view of region A in the middle; Figure 8 A partial cross-sectional schematic diagram of an automatic water tank cleaning device with its linkage components in motion. Figure 9 for Figure 2 A partial cross-sectional schematic diagram of an automatic water tank cleaning device with the water-spreading component installed on the main body of the equipment. Figure 10 This is a flowchart illustrating a control method for an automatic water tank cleaning device provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0020] The attached figures are labeled as follows: 10. Main body of the equipment; 20. Water dispersing component; 30. Identification component; 40. Radio frequency identification component; 21. Identification structure; 31. Linkage component; 32. Detection module; 311. Moving part; 312. Measured part; 313. Reset part. Detailed Implementation

[0021] To make the technical solution and beneficial effects of this application more apparent and understandable, a detailed description is provided below by listing specific embodiments. The accompanying drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale, and local features may be enlarged or reduced to more clearly show the details of the local features; unless otherwise defined, the technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meanings as those in the technical field to which this application pertains.

[0022] In the description of this application, the terms "vertical", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "bottom", "inner", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the purpose of simplifying the description of this application and do not indicate that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. In other words, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0023] In this application, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating the relative importance of the indicated features or the number of indicated technical features. Therefore, a feature defined with "first," "second," or "third" explicitly includes at least one of those features. In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc.

[0024] In this application, unless otherwise expressly defined, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," "communication," "setting," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can also refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0025] Figure 1 This is a partial structural diagram of an automatic water tank cleaning device with an underwater spraying component installed on the main body of the device, as provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 1 As shown, the automatic water tank cleaning equipment includes a main body 10 and an underwater dispersing component 20. The underwater dispersing component 20 is detachably installed on the main body 10; for example, the underwater dispersing component 20 can be assembled with the main body 10 using a slot-type connection. The underwater dispersing component 20 is a device capable of containing, dispersing, spraying, or releasing specific substances.

[0026] For example, the water dispensing component 20 can be a reagent box for containing chemical agents, or it can be a detachable container for dispensing water treatment agents such as algaecides or bio-enzymes. For instance, depending on the type of chemical agent contained, the water dispensing component 20 can be classified as a pH+ type water dispensing component, a pH- type water dispensing component, and a chlorine tablet type water dispensing component. For example, a pH+ type water dispensing component is a pH+ reagent box used to increase the pH of water. A pH- type water dispensing component is a pH- type reagent box used to decrease the pH of water. A chlorine tablet type water dispensing component is a chlorine tablet reagent box used for water disinfection. Different types of water dispensing share a common installation structure and can be installed on the main body of the equipment as needed to adapt to different water quality treatment requirements.

[0027] like Figure 2 As shown, the automatic water tank cleaning equipment also includes an identification component 30, which is disposed on the main body 10 of the equipment and is used to identify the water spraying component 20 installed on the main body 10 of the equipment.

[0028] Please see Figures 3 to 5 The water-spreading component 20 includes one or more identification structures 21 for distinguishing the type of water-spreading component. During the installation of the water-spreading component 20 to the device body 10, the identification component 30 identifies the installation position and / or type of the water-spreading component 20 based on the identification structures 21 of the water-spreading component 20.

[0029] For example, the identification component 30 may include a sensor array, mechanical contacts, or other detection devices for detecting the identification structure 21 and outputting corresponding signals. The identification structure 21 has physical features for characterizing the type of underwater dispensing component, which may include geometry, size, quantity configuration, and / or spatial layout. The identification component 30 can identify the installation position and / or type of underwater dispensing component 20 by recognizing the physical features of the identification structure 21.

[0030] The automatic water tank cleaning device provided in this application embodiment has an identification structure on the water-spreading component to distinguish the type of water-spreading component, and an identification component on the main body of the device. During the installation of the water-spreading component, the identification component can identify the installation status and / or type of water-spreading component based on the identification structure. Compared with the related technology, which requires fixing magnets on each medicine box and setting up PCBA in the main body of the device for signal detection, this effectively reduces the cost of consumables and reduces unnecessary material waste.

[0031] In some embodiments, different types of water-spreading components 20 include different identification structures 21.

[0032] For example, the identification structures 21 on different types of water dispensing devices 20 may differ in geometry, size, quantity, and / or spatial arrangement. For instance, the identification structure 21 of a pH+ type water dispensing device is a protrusion with a first length, the identification structure 21 of a pH- type water dispensing device is a protrusion with a second length, and the identification structure 21 of a chlorine tablet type water dispensing device is a protrusion with a third length, and the first, second, and third lengths are all different. Alternatively, different types of water dispensing devices 20 may differ in the number and arrangement of the identification structures 21. For example, both pH+ and pH- type water dispensing devices may have a single protrusion as an identification structure, but the placement of the protrusion differs; the chlorine tablet type water dispensing device uses a symmetrical arrangement of two protrusions as its identification structure.

[0033] Thus, by setting differentiated identification structures for the water-spreading components, during the installation of the water-spreading components onto the main body of the equipment, the identification component can accurately identify the installation status and / or type of the water-spreading components by detecting the physical characteristics of the identification structures on the water-spreading components.

[0034] In some embodiments, see Figures 6 to 8The identification component 30 includes a linkage component 31 and a detection module 32. The linkage component 31 includes a moving part 311 and a tested part 312 that is linked with the moving part 311. During the installation of the water-spreading component 20 to the main body 10, at least some of the moving parts 311 in the linkage component 31 are driven by the identification structure 21 of the water-spreading component 20 to move the corresponding tested part 312 along the installation direction of the water-spreading component 20. The detection module 32 is used to output the corresponding detection result according to the position of the tested part 312.

[0035] In some examples, the identification component 30 includes at least two linkage components 31, each linkage component 31 including a single moving part 311 and a test part 312 rigidly linked to the moving part 311. Either moving part 311, driven by the identification structure 21 of the water-spreading component 20, can move the test part 312 rigidly linked to it along the installation direction of the water-spreading component 20. The moving part 311 may include a positioning groove for accommodating and fixing the test part 312 linked to it, which can suppress detection deviations caused by mechanical shaking of the test part 312.

[0036] Specifically, when the water-spreading component 20 is pushed into the installation position along the guide rail, chute or other guide structure of the main body 10, at least one of its identification structures 21 (e.g., protrusion) contacts and drives at least one moving component 311, so that each driven moving component 311 drives the tested part 312 linked with it to move synchronously along the installation direction; the detection module 32 outputs a detection signal indicating the installation status and / or type of the water-spreading component 20 by monitoring the position of the tested part 312.

[0037] For example, if the detection module 32 detects that the tested part 312 has moved to a preset position, it generates first detection information indicating that the water-spreading component 20 is installed in place. At the same time, it can output second detection information according to the position distribution of the tested part 312 to indicate the type of the water-spreading component 20.

[0038] In this embodiment, the installation action of the water-spreading component 20 is transformed into a mechanical triggering of the moving component 311, which in turn drives the tested part 312 linked to the moving component 311 to move along the installation direction of the water-spreading component 20. This allows the physical characteristics of the identification structure 21 of the water-spreading component 20 (e.g., the length, number, and / or position of the protrusions) to be characterized by the positional changes of the tested part 312 linked to the driven moving component 311. Thus, the detection module 32 can output differentiated signals based on the position of the tested part 312 to identify the installation state and type of the water-spreading component 20. Therefore, there is no need for the water-spreading component 20 (such as a medicine box) to have built-in magnets or other electronic components, simplifying the structural design of the water-spreading component 20 and reducing consumable costs.

[0039] In some examples, the number of linkage components 31 is related to the number of types of water-spreading components 20; when the number of types of water-spreading components 20 is N, the number of linkage components 31 is M, where 1≤M≤N.

[0040] For example, if M=2 and N=3, the underwater dispersing device 20 can include at most two identification structures 21, namely the first identification structure and the second identification structure. The three types of underwater dispersing devices 20 can be distinguished in the following ways: The first type of water-spreading device (e.g., pH+ type water-spreading device) only has a first identification structure; The second type of water-spreading device (e.g., pH-type water-spreading device) only has a second identification structure; The third type of water-spreading device (such as a chlorine tablet-type water-spreading device) has both a first identification structure and a second identification structure.

[0041] In some examples, the first identification structure and the second identification structure have the same structure but are distributed in different positions on the water dispensing component 20. For example, the position of the first identification structure on the first type of water dispensing component is opposite to the position of the second identification structure on the second type of water dispensing component.

[0042] In some embodiments, the movable element 311 is a slider that can slide along the installation direction of the water-spreading element 20, and the slider can be pushed by the identification structure 21 during the installation of the water-spreading element 20. For example, the slider can be configured with a guide groove to better contact the identification structure 21 and transmit thrust.

[0043] In this embodiment, by setting the movable part 311 as a slider that can slide along the installation direction of the water-spreading part 20, when the water-spreading part 20 is installed on the main body 10 of the device, the identification structure 21 on the water-spreading part 20 will directly act on the surface of the slider. This direct physical contact does not require an additional conversion mechanism, which simplifies the overall structure of the linkage part 31.

[0044] In some embodiments, the identification structure 21 is a protrusion extending in the installation direction on the housing of the water-spreading component 20. The protrusion can be directly formed on the housing of the water-spreading component 20, for example, it can be provided on the bottom of the outer wall of the housing. This method of using a protrusion structure integrally formed with the housing can simplify the manufacturing process and reduce material costs.

[0045] In this embodiment, when the water-spreading component 20 is installed on the main body 10 of the device, the protrusion on its shell will push the moving component 311 in the linkage component 31, causing the tested part 312 to move along the installation direction of the water-spreading component 20, thereby triggering the detection module 32 to output the corresponding detection result. In this way, the protrusion on the shell of the water-spreading component 20 can reliably cooperate with the identification component 30 during the installation process, triggering the identification component 30 to accurately identify the installation status and type of the water-spreading component 20.

[0046] In some embodiments, at least one of the length, number, and position of the protrusions of different types of water-spreading devices 20 is different.

[0047] In one possible implementation, different types of underwater dispersing components 20 are provided with protrusions of different lengths, so that the displacement of the moving component 311 pushed by the protrusions during the installation of the underwater dispersing component 20 will be different. The detection module 32 identifies the type of underwater dispersing component and its installation status by detecting the position of the measured part 312.

[0048] In one possible implementation, different types of water-spreading components 20 are provided with different numbers of protrusions. The different numbers of protrusions drive different numbers of moving components 311. The different numbers of moving components 311 drive the corresponding test part 312 to move, so that the moving test part 312 is detected by the identification component, thereby generating a specific signal sequence.

[0049] For example, the first type of underwater dispersing component has a single protrusion, the second type of underwater dispersing component has two protrusions, and the third type of underwater dispersing component has three protrusions. The signal sequence generated by the detection module 32 is, for example, "100", "110", and "111" in sequence, which can also be used to identify the type of underwater dispersing component and its installation status.

[0050] In one possible implementation, different types of water-spreading components 20 are provided with protrusions at different positions. The protrusions at different positions can push the moving components 311 at different positions to move the corresponding test parts 312, so that the identification component can identify the type of water-spreading component and its installation status by detecting the position of the test parts.

[0051] In one possible implementation, the type of underwater dispensing component can be distinguished by combining the differences in the number and position of protrusions. For example, a first type of underwater dispensing component has a single protrusion at a first position on its housing, a second type of underwater dispensing component has a single protrusion at a second position on its housing, and a third type of underwater dispensing component has a single protrusion at both the first and second positions on its housing. The second and first positions can be centrally symmetrically distributed on the underwater dispensing component. The detection module 32 can generate a signal sequence of "10", "01", and "11" by detecting the tested part 312, which can be used to identify the type of underwater dispensing component and its installation status.

[0052] Please continue reading Figures 3 to 5 The images show the installation status of different types of underwater dispersing components onto the main body of the equipment. These different types of underwater dispersing components are distinguished by the difference in the number and position of protrusions.

[0053] exist Figure 3 In the installation, the water-spreading component is a type III water-spreading component. Its housing has a recognition structure 21 (e.g., a protrusion) at a first position and a second position respectively. The main body of the device has two moving parts 311 (e.g., sliders), each with a test part 312 linked to it. When the type III water-spreading component is installed onto the main body of the device, the two recognition structures 21 drive the corresponding moving parts 311 to move, thereby causing the test part 312 linked to the moving parts 311 to move along the installation direction.

[0054] exist Figure 4 In the installation, the water-spreading component is a first-type water-spreading component. Its housing has a first position with an identification structure 21 (e.g., a protrusion). The main body of the device has two moving parts 311 (e.g., sliders), each with a linked test part 312. When the first-type water-spreading component is installed onto the main body, only the identification structure 21 at the first position drives one of the moving parts 311 to move, thereby moving the linked test part 312 along the installation direction. The other moving part 311, which does not contact the protrusion, and its linked test part 312 remain stationary.

[0055] exist Figure 5In the installation, the water-spreading component is a type II water-spreading component. Its housing has a second position with an identification structure 21 (e.g., a protrusion). The main body of the device has two moving parts 311 (e.g., sliders), each with a linked test part 312. When the type II water-spreading component is installed onto the main body, only the identification structure 21 at the second position drives one of the moving parts 311 to move, thereby moving the test part 312 linked to that moving part 311 along the installation direction. The other moving part 311, which does not contact the protrusion, and its linked test part 312 remain stationary.

[0056] In this embodiment, the protrusions of different types of water-spreading components are set to be different in at least one of length, number, and position. Through this differentiated protrusion, when the water-spreading component is installed on the main body of the equipment, the identification component set on the main body of the equipment can accurately identify the type of water-spreading component and its installation status.

[0057] In some embodiments, see continue to see Figures 6 to 8 The linkage component 31 also includes a reset component 313; one end of the reset component 313 is connected to the moving component 311, and the reset component 313 is used to provide a reset force to the moving component 311 when the water-spreading component 20 is disassembled.

[0058] The other end of the reset component 313 is fixedly connected to the main body of the device. The reset component 313 can be implemented using a spring, spring sheet, or elastic rubber structure. When the underwater dispersing component 20 is removed from the main body 10 of the device, the reset component 313 uses its own elastic restoring force to push the moving component 311 from the main body 10 of the device back to its initial position. This direct connection between the reset component 313 and the moving component 311 ensures the reliability of the reset process. The disassembly of the underwater dispersing component 20 can be completed without applying too much external force, which helps to improve the user experience.

[0059] In some embodiments, the detection module 32 includes a magnetic sensor and the measured part 312 includes a magnetic element; or, the detection module 32 includes a magnetic element and the measured part 312 includes a magnetic sensor.

[0060] For example, a magnetic sensor can be a Hall sensor, a magnetoresistive sensor, or a coil inductor. The magnetic component can be a permanent magnet or an electromagnet.

[0061] In some examples, magnetic sensors are paired with magnetic elements. For example, each measured part 312 includes a magnetic element, and the detection module 32 includes a magnetic sensor that cooperates with the magnetic element.

[0062] When the detection module 32 includes a magnetic sensor and the measured part 312 includes a magnetic element, during the movement of the measured part 312 along the installation direction driven by the moving part 311 in the linkage component 31, the magnetic sensor generates a detection signal by sensing the change in electromagnetic induction signal caused by the change in its relative position with the magnetic element. Conversely, when the detection module 32 includes a magnetic element and the measured part 312 includes a magnetic sensor, during the movement of the measured part 312 along the installation direction driven by the moving part 311 in the linkage component 31, the magnetic sensor generates a detection signal by sensing the change in electromagnetic induction signal caused by the change in its relative position with the magnetic element. The detection signal is used to characterize the current position of the measured part 312, so that the detection module 32 can identify the installation status and / or type of the underwater dispensing component 20.

[0063] In this embodiment, by combining a magnetic sensor with a magnetic component, the mechanical displacement generated by the underwater dispersing component during installation can be converted into a quantifiable detection signal, thereby enabling accurate identification of the underwater dispersing component installed on the main body of the equipment.

[0064] In some embodiments, one of the detection module 32 and the measured part 312 includes a photoelectric sensor, and the other includes a reflective part. For example, the reflective part can be implemented by means of a high-reflectivity material coating or a prism structure.

[0065] In some examples, photoelectric sensors are paired with reflective elements. For example, each measured element 312 includes a reflective element, and the detection module 32 includes a photoelectric sensor that cooperates with the reflective element.

[0066] When the underwater dispersing component 20 is installed onto the main body 10 of the device, the identification structure 21 drives the moving component 311 to move the measured part 312 along the installation direction, and the relative position between the reflective part and the photoelectric sensor changes accordingly. The photoelectric sensor generates a detection signal based on the difference in reflected light signal caused by the change in relative position. The detection signal is used to characterize the current position of the measured part 312, so that the detection module 32 can identify the installation status and / or type of the underwater dispersing component 20.

[0067] In this embodiment, by combining a photoelectric sensor with a reflective part and utilizing the principle of light signal reflection, the installation status and / or type of the water-spreading component can be identified, enabling accurate identification of different types of water-spreading components.

[0068] In some embodiments, such as Figure 9 As shown, the water-spreading component 20 also includes an RFID tag; the automatic water tank cleaning equipment also includes an RFID component 40; the RFID component 40 is disposed on the main body 10 of the equipment and is used to obtain the historical usage information and / or production information of the water-spreading component 20 by reading the information in the RFID tag after the water-spreading component 20 is installed in place.

[0069] The RFID tag consists of a chip and an antenna. The chip stores information, and the antenna communicates with the RFID component 40, enabling the RFID component 40 to read the information stored in the tag. Historical usage information can be used to determine the remaining service life of the water-spreading component 20; production information can be used to trace the source of the water-spreading component 20.

[0070] In this embodiment, by integrating an RFID tag onto the water-spreading component 20, its historical usage and production information are digitally stored. When the water-spreading component 20 is installed on the main body 10 of the equipment, the RFID component 40 automatically triggers the reading operation of the RFID tag on the water-spreading component 20. This allows the automatic water tank cleaning equipment to adjust its water quality cleaning strategy (e.g., chemical dosing) based on the actual usage of the water-spreading component 20, thereby improving the reliability of the automatic water tank cleaning equipment.

[0071] In some embodiments, to further improve the reliability of device operation, the identification component 30 is also used to issue a prompt message if it is detected that the water-spreading component 20 is not installed in place or the type of water-spreading component is not the expected target type of water-spreading component.

[0072] In this embodiment, the prompting information can be issued through a prompting module, which includes an indicator light and / or a buzzer located on the main body 10 of the device. The indicator light is used to output differentiated warning signals, such as a flashing red light indicating that the water-spreading component is not installed correctly, and a flashing yellow light indicating that the type of water-spreading component is incorrect. The buzzer is used to emit a prompting sound, such as a continuous short beep when the water-spreading component is not installed correctly, and an intermittent long beep when the type of water-spreading component is incorrect. In addition, the prompting information can also be pushed to the user terminal APP via wireless notification to remind the user to intervene in a timely manner.

[0073] Figure 10 This is a flowchart illustrating the control method for an automatic water tank cleaning device provided in an embodiment of this application. This control method can be applied to the automatic water tank cleaning device provided in the foregoing embodiments, which also includes a water pump module.

[0074] like Figure 10 As shown, the control method includes the following steps: S101: Obtain water quality test data for the target pool; S102: Obtain the type of water-spreading component installed on the main body of the equipment, wherein the type of water-spreading component is related to the type of agent contained in the water-spreading component; S103: Control the operation of the water pump module based on water quality test data and the type of water-spreading component.

[0075] In this embodiment, the execution subject of the control method can be the control module of the automatic water tank cleaning equipment, such as a controller, which may include a microcontroller unit (MCU).

[0076] The target pool can be a pool requiring water quality control, and can be any type of pool-like structure, such as a swimming pool, a storage tank, or a spa pool. Water quality testing data may include the pH value and / or residual chlorine concentration of the target pool.

[0077] In step S101, the control module can obtain water quality detection data from the water quality detection module of the automatic water tank cleaning device. This water quality detection module includes a pH sensor and / or a residual chlorine detection unit, used to periodically collect water quality data, for example, automatically collecting data every 30 minutes. The user can preset the data collection frequency via an app.

[0078] In some examples, whether water quality test data is abnormal is determined based on a comparison with a preset safety range; if the test value falls within the preset safety range, it is considered normal; otherwise, it is considered abnormal. The preset safety range can be dynamically adjusted according to the disinfectant type set by the user, and the preset safety range for water quality test data can be different for different disinfectant types.

[0079] In step S102, the control module can obtain the detection results of the water-spreading components from the identification component of the water tank natural cleaning device. The detection results include the type of water-spreading components currently installed on the main body of the device. For details regarding the detection method of the water-spreading component type, please refer to the relevant description of the automatic water tank cleaning device in the foregoing embodiments; it will not be repeated here.

[0080] The water-spreading device can be a medicine box. The type of medicine box is related to the type of medicine contained in the medicine box, and may include: pH+ type medicine box for raising the pH of water, pH- type medicine box for lowering the pH of water, and chlorine tablet medicine box for water disinfection.

[0081] In step S103, the control module can determine the amount of chemicals contained in the water-spreading device based on the type of the water-spreading device, and determine whether to administer the chemicals based on the water quality test data and the amount of chemicals contained in the water-spreading device; and control the operation of the water pump module based on the determination result.

[0082] For example, the control module can determine whether to add a disinfectant based on water quality testing data and a preset disinfectant type. If it determines that a disinfectant needs to be added, it will determine whether to add the disinfectant based on whether the required disinfectant matches the disinfectant contained in the water dispensing device. The disinfectant type can be determined based on the disinfection mode selected by the user via the app.

[0083] The step of determining whether to add a disinfectant based on water quality testing data and a preset disinfectant type may include: If the disinfectant is non-bromine and has a pH > 7.8, or if it is bromine and has a pH > 8.0, it is determined that a pH-sensitive agent needs to be added. Regardless of the type of disinfectant, if the pH is less than 7.2, it is determined that a pH+ disinfectant should be used. If the residual chlorine value is <4ppm, it is determined that chlorine reagents need to be added.

[0084] If the pesticide to be added matches the pesticide contained in the water dispensing device, the pesticide addition process will be executed; otherwise, the exception alert process will be executed.

[0085] The water pump module may include a water pump for assisting in the dispensing of chemicals, the water channel of which is connected to the chemical chamber of the water-spreading component. During the chemical dispensing process, the water pump generates a controllable pressure difference to introduce water from the pool into the chemical chamber to dissolve the chemicals, and then injects the resulting solution into the circulating water system at a preset flow rate, thereby achieving chemical dispensing.

[0086] In this embodiment, by controlling the operation of the water pump module based on water quality testing data and the type of water-spreading component currently installed on the main body of the equipment, the automatic water tank cleaning equipment can intelligently perform water quality treatment functions based on real-time water quality status, thereby improving water quality maintenance efficiency and reducing manual maintenance costs.

[0087] In some embodiments, step S103 above, which controls the operation of the water pump module based on water quality testing data and the type of water-spreading component, may include: When the water dispensing device type indicates that the agent contained in the water dispensing device is chlorine tablets, the water pump module will not work; When the water-spreading device type indicates that the agent contained in the water-spreading device is a pH agent, and the water quality test data is normal, the water pump module is controlled not to work. When the water-spreading device type indicates that the agent contained in the water-spreading device is a pH agent, and the water quality test data is abnormal, the water pump module is controlled to work according to the dosage of the pH agent in the water-spreading device.

[0088] For example, when the main body of the device is equipped with a pH reagent kit (e.g., a pH+ or pH- type kit), if the water quality test data is normal, the water pump module will not work and will wait for the next water quality test.

[0089] If the water quality test data is abnormal, and the pH reagent box is full (the new reagent box is full by default), the water pump will first fill the reagent box with water to dissolve it into a saturated solution, and then add the reagent according to the preset number of times (e.g., 2 times), while continuously adding water. The working time of the water pump is equal to the sum of the water filling time and the reagent addition time.

[0090] If the water quality test data is abnormal and the pH dosing kit is not full, the dosing will be controlled while the water pump is filling the kit. The pump operation time is equal to the dosing time.

[0091] In some embodiments, prior to the execution of the drug dispensing process, the method further includes: Pre-deployment verification steps: If the disassembly and reinstallation of the medicine storage compartment is detected, the control module reports to the APP through the communication module. The APP pops up a window prompting the user to confirm whether it is a new medicine storage compartment. If the user confirms, the APP instruction will be executed. If no instruction is returned, the new medicine storage compartment will be used by default.

[0092] Dosage calculation steps: The control module calculates the reagent mass and corresponding pump running time based on the relevant data of the water tank and the water temperature matching dissolution curve; the relevant data of the water tank includes the volume and water depth of the water tank, which can be input by the user through the APP and transmitted to the control module.

[0093] Steps for determining if you are out of the market: You can use one of the following two logics (choose based on actual test results): Logic A: Before the dosing begins, the control module controls the water quality detection module to retest the pH value. If the pH does not change, the dosing tank is determined to be empty, the dosing is terminated, and the user is notified via light display and the APP; if the pH changes, the dosing proceeds normally.

[0094] Logic B: After the dosing is completed, the control module controls the water quality detection module to retest the pH value. If the pH does not change, the dosing tank is determined to be empty, and the user is notified through the light display and the APP. Phased Dosing Procedure: To avoid overdosing, the control module controls the dosage of the agent according to a preset number of times, for example, in two doses. The first dose is 50% of the preset dosage. After the dosing is completed, the water quality detection module rechecks the water quality parameters. If the water quality parameters meet the standards, the dosing is stopped; if they do not meet the standards, the remaining 50% is added.

[0095] In some embodiments, during the drug delivery process, the controllable light display module can adopt a light display mode different from that of normal cleaning; the control module reports the delivery progress (start delivery, delivery in progress, delivery finished) to the APP through the communication module, and the APP displays a progress reminder; after the drug delivery is completed, the control module reports the delivery record (start time, end time, delivery amount) to the APP through the communication module.

[0096] In some embodiments, the method further includes an anomaly alert process. If the robot is within WiFi coverage, the control module reports the abnormal status to the cloud server via WiFi, the cloud server pushes an alert to the APP, and the light display module issues an alarm. If the robot is not within WiFi coverage but is connected to the phone via Bluetooth, the control module reports the abnormal status to the APP via Bluetooth, and the light display module issues an alarm. If the robot is not within WiFi coverage and is not connected to Bluetooth, an alarm is only issued via the light display module.

[0097] If both pH and chlorine are abnormal, the control module will report both abnormalities to the APP. The APP will provide treatment suggestions, and the control module will treat the corresponding abnormality according to the type of the currently installed drug storage compartment.

[0098] In some embodiments, the method further includes a post-dosing retesting process. Two hours after the reagent is dosing, the water quality detection module retests the water quality parameters; if the parameters are still abnormal, the control module repeats the reagent dosing process and continues to dosing the corresponding dose of reagent.

[0099] In summary, the technical solutions provided by the embodiments of this application have at least the following beneficial effects: The chemical tanks are versatile and flexible: multiple independent chemical tanks share the same installation structure, and users can choose as needed to adapt to different water quality treatment requirements; Precise and controllable dosing: Dosage is calculated by combining pool data, water temperature and dissolution curves, and dosing is carried out in stages and retested to avoid overdosing or underdosing; Improved anomaly handling: Multiple anomaly alerts are provided based on network status to ensure users are promptly informed and can address drug incompatibility issues. Intelligent and user-friendly interaction: The app enables delivery control, status monitoring, and record querying, enhancing the user experience. Energy-efficient and high-performance: The water pump is intelligently controlled according to the type and status of the medicine storage compartment to optimize energy consumption. At the same time, it integrates cleaning and water quality treatment functions to improve equipment utilization.

[0100] This application also proposes a computer-readable storage medium storing an executable program thereon, which, when executed by a processor, implements the control method of the automatic water tank cleaning device as described in the above embodiments.

[0101] For ease of understanding, the following focuses on explaining the terminology used in this embodiment: In this application embodiment, a processor is a circuit with signal processing capabilities. In one implementation, the processor can be a circuit with instruction read and execute capabilities, such as a Central Processing Unit (CPU), a microprocessor, a graphics processing unit (GPU) (which can be understood as a type of microprocessor), or a digital signal processor (DSP). In another implementation, the processor can implement certain functions through the logical relationships of hardware circuits. The logical relationships of the aforementioned hardware circuits are fixed or reconfigurable. For example, the processor is a hardware circuit implemented using an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) or a programmable logic device (PLD), such as an FPGA. In a reconfigurable hardware circuit, the process of the processor loading a configuration document and configuring the hardware circuit can be understood as the process of the processor loading instructions to implement the functions of some or all of the above units or modules. In addition, it can also be a hardware circuit designed for artificial intelligence, which can be understood as an ASIC, such as a Neural Network Processing Unit (NPU), a Tensor Processing Unit (TPU), a Deep Learning Processing Unit (DPU), etc.

[0102] The computer-readable storage medium proposed in this application implements the control method of the automatic water tank cleaning device as described in the above embodiments. Its implementation principle and technical effects are similar to those of the above embodiments, and will not be repeated here.

[0103] The aforementioned computer-readable storage medium can be implemented by any type of volatile or non-volatile storage device or a combination thereof, such as static random access memory (SRAM), electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM), erasable programmable read-only memory (EPROM), programmable read-only memory (PROM), read-only memory (ROM), magnetic storage, flash memory, magnetic disk, or optical disk. The readable storage medium can be any available medium accessible to a general-purpose or special-purpose computer.

[0104] An exemplary readable storage medium is coupled to a processor, enabling the processor to read information from and write information to the readable storage medium. Of course, the readable storage medium can also be a component of the processor. The processor and the readable storage medium can reside in an Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). Alternatively, the processor and the readable storage medium can exist as discrete components in an electronic device or a host device.

[0105] Those skilled in the art will understand that all or part of the steps of the above-described method embodiments can be implemented by hardware related to program instructions. The aforementioned program can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium. When executed, the program performs the steps of the above-described method embodiments; and the aforementioned storage medium includes various media capable of storing program code, such as ROM, RAM, magnetic disks, or optical disks.

[0106] The various embodiments or implementation methods described in this specification are presented in a progressive manner. Each embodiment focuses on the differences from other embodiments, and the same or similar parts between the embodiments can be referred to each other.

[0107] In the description of this specification, references to "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example 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.

[0108] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and are not intended to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. A pool automatic cleaning apparatus comprising an apparatus body (10), characterized in that, The pool automatic cleaning device further comprises: a water-spraying element (20) detachably mounted on the device body (10); the water-spraying element (20) comprises one or more identification structures (21) for distinguishing the type of the water-spraying element; an identification assembly (30) arranged on the device body (10); during the mounting of the water-spraying element (20) on the device body (10), the identification assembly (30) identifies the mounting-in-place state of the water-spraying element (20) and / or the type of the water-spraying element according to the identification structure (21) of the water-spraying element (20).

2. The pool cleaning apparatus of claim 1, wherein, The water-spraying elements (20) of different types comprise different identification structures (21).

3. The pool cleaning apparatus of claim 1, wherein, The identification assembly (30) comprises: a linkage component (31) comprising a moving element (311) and a measured element (312) linked with the moving element (311); during the mounting of the water-spraying element (20) on the device body (10), the moving element (311) of at least part of the linkage component (31) is driven by the identification structure (21) of the water-spraying element (20) to move the corresponding measured element (312) along the mounting direction of the water-spraying element (20); a detection module (32) for outputting a corresponding detection result according to the position of the measured element (312).

4. The pool cleaning apparatus of claim 3, wherein, The moving element (311) is a slider capable of sliding along the mounting direction of the water-spraying element (20), and the slider can be pushed by the identification structure (21) during the mounting of the water-spraying element (20).

5. The pool cleaning apparatus of claim 3, wherein, The linkage component (31) further comprises: a reset element (313) connected to the moving element (311) at one end, and configured to provide a reset force for the moving element (311) when the water-spraying element (20) is detached.

6. The pool cleaning apparatus of claim 3, wherein, The detection module (32) comprises a magnetic sensor, and the measured element (312) comprises a magnetic element. Alternatively, the detection module (32) comprises a magnetic element, and the measured element (312) comprises a magnetic sensor.

7. The pool cleaning apparatus of claim 3, wherein, One of the detection module (32) and the measured element (312) comprises a photoelectric sensor, and the other comprises a reflective element.

8. The pool cleaning apparatus of claim 1, wherein, The identification structure (21) is a protrusion arranged on the housing of the water-spraying element (20) and extending along the mounting direction.

9. The pool cleaning apparatus of claim 8, wherein, At least one of the length, number and position of the protrusions of different water-spraying elements (20) is different.

10. The pool cleaning robot of any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein, The water-spraying element (20) further comprises a radio frequency identification tag; and the pool automatic cleaning device further comprises: a radio frequency identification component (40) arranged on the device body (10) and configured to acquire historical use information and / or production information of the water-spraying element (20) by reading information in the radio frequency identification tag after the water-spraying element (20) is mounted in place.

11. The pool cleaning robot of any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein, The identification assembly (30) is further configured to: In case that the water-spraying device (20) is not installed in place or the water-spraying device type is not the expected target water-spraying device type, a prompt information is sent out.

12. A control method of a pool automatic cleaning apparatus, characterized by, The method is applied to the pool automatic cleaning device as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 11, and the pool automatic cleaning device further comprises a water pump module, and the method comprises: acquiring water quality detection data of a target pool; acquiring a water-spraying device type of a water-spraying device installed on the device main body, the water-spraying device type being related to a kind of medicament contained in the water-spraying device; controlling operation of the water pump module according to the water quality detection data and the water-spraying device type.

13. The control method of the pool automatic cleaning apparatus according to claim 12, characterized by, The controlling operation of the water pump module according to the water quality detection data and the water-spraying device type comprises: in case that the water-spraying device type indicates that the medicament contained in the water-spraying device is chlorine tablets, controlling the water pump module to be inoperative; in case that the water-spraying device type indicates that the medicament contained in the water-spraying device is pH medicament and the water quality detection data is normal, controlling the water pump module to be inoperative; in case that the water-spraying device type indicates that the medicament contained in the water-spraying device is pH medicament and the water quality detection data is abnormal, controlling the water pump module to be operative according to a medicament amount of the pH medicament in the water-spraying device.

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