Thermal fluid device and accessory for the same

Abstract

In order to improve a thermal fluid device (100) and / or an attachment (210) for a thermal fluid device, the invention proposes that the thermal fluid device and / or the attachment comprise an application unit (202) which is formed at least in sections in a form-flexible manner.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a hot fluid device and an accessory for the hot fluid device. Background Technology

[0002] Document EP 2 494 904 A2 discloses a surface cleaning device.

[0003] Document EP 3 203 893 B1 discloses a steam cleaning device ground nozzle for steam cleaning equipment.

[0004] Document DE 10 2017 107 345 A1 discloses a ground nozzle for a steam cleaner and a steam cleaner.

[0005] Document EP 3 017 880 B1 discloses a portable steam cleaning accessory that can be held by the user and used with a steam generator. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The objective of this invention is to improve hot fluid equipment and accessories for hot fluid equipment.

[0007] In embodiments of the invention, this task is accomplished by including a thermal fluid device comprising an application unit that is flexibly constructed in at least a segmented shape.

[0008] In an embodiment of the invention, this task is accomplished by an accessory for a hot fluid device, wherein the accessory includes an application unit that is flexibly constructed in at least a segmented shape.

[0009] In particular, the advantage of the solution according to the invention is that the application unit is at least flexibly constructed in a segmented shape, so that the application unit can be adapted in shape to the external environment, thereby advantageously improving the application of heat fluid (directly and / or indirectly).

[0010] In particular, in applications, the application unit is applied to an object, such as a body and / or a surface. Typically, the object, especially a body, has a curved surface, and / or the object has a surface that is at least segmentally curved. Advantageously, by constructing the application unit with at least segmentally flexible shape, it is ensured that in applications, especially when applying hot fluid (directly and / or indirectly), the application unit can at least partially adapt to the shape of the object, especially the curved surface of the object.

[0011] In particular, the application unit includes the application area.

[0012] In particular, the application area is configured for use with at least one of the following purposes: for hot fluid equipment and / or for accessories to hot fluid equipment.

[0013] In particular, the hot fluid supplied to the application unit is applied directly and / or indirectly within the application area.

[0014] In particular, in the application zone, the hot fluid is applied at least partially to the object and / or the application element.

[0015] Suitably, the application element is an element that constitutes at least one function and / or purpose for a hot fluid device and / or for an accessory to a hot fluid device, wherein advantageously, the application of hot fluid at least improves and / or enables the function of the application element.

[0016] In particular, the application element is configured, for example, to apply a hot fluid when applied to an object at a time ground.

[0017] In particular, the application element is at least partially permeable by fluid.

[0018] In particular, the application element can be secured at least in at least the portion that together constitutes the application area.

[0019] It is particularly advantageous that the application unit is at least flexibly constructed in a segmental shape, so that the application area of ​​the application unit is at least flexibly constructed in a segmental shape.

[0020] In particular, the application area is better suited for objects with curved surfaces due to its flexible, at least segmented shape design.

[0021] In particular, the application area extends in at least two extension directions, wherein the two extension directions extend at least laterally to each other and, in particular, at least approximately perpendicularly to each other. Suitably, the application unit extends in two extension directions.

[0022] In particular, the application area has a normal direction.

[0023] In particular, the normal direction of the application area extends at least approximately perpendicular to the extent of the surface of the application area. For example, the normal direction of the application area extends at least approximately perpendicular to the geometric plane formed by the two extension directions of the application area.

[0024] In particular, at least one of the following is provided: - The application unit, especially the application area, is flexibly constructed in a segmental shape along at least one extending direction; and / or - The application unit, especially the application area, is flexibly constructed in at least a segmental shape in at least one direction, especially in at least the normal direction of the application area.

[0025] Suitablely, the application unit may take different shapes, wherein, particularly at least within the application area, the different shapes of the application unit are at least segmentally different along at least one extension direction.

[0026] Suitablely, especially at least within the application area, the different shapes that the application unit may occupy may differ at least in the section with respect to its design in one direction, especially with respect to its design in the normal direction.

[0027] For example, the application unit may occupy a shape, particularly corresponding to the basic position of the application unit, wherein the orientation of the corresponding extending direction along the application unit and / or the orientation of the application area in the corresponding extending direction is at least substantially constant. In particular, the geometric surfaces supported by the two extending directions are planar. In particular, the normal directions extending along the application area in the two extending directions are oriented at least substantially constantly.

[0028] Suitably, the application unit may occupy at least one shape, i.e., exactly one shape or preferably multiple shapes, wherein, in at least one shape, the orientation of at least one extension direction along the application unit and / or the application area in that at least one extension direction varies at least segmentally. In particular, the surfaces supported by the two extension directions are at least segmentally curved surfaces. In particular, the orientation of the normal direction varies along the extension of the application area in at least one extension direction.

[0029] It is particularly advantageous that the shape of the application unit and, in particular, at least the application area, may be segmented in the normal direction, since in application, the application area contacts the object to which the hot fluid is applied directly and / or indirectly in the normal direction. Therefore, it is especially suitable that the curved surfaces of the object, particularly in the normal direction, influence the application area and, for example, the application unit, and that the shape is flexible, at least in this direction.

[0030] Particularly advantageous is that the application unit has different positions, especially at least two positions, and preferably more than two positions. In particular, the different positions impart at least partial shape flexibility to the application unit.

[0031] In particular, at least two portions of the application unit have different relative positions to each other in at least two different locations of the application unit. Suitably, at least two portions of the application unit that together constitute the application area have different relative positions to each other in at least two different locations of the application unit.

[0032] In particular, in at least two different relative positions of at least two parts, at least two parts are positioned in at least different relative positions relative to each other and / or at least two parts are oriented at least differently relative to each other.

[0033] In particular, at different positions of the application unit, the different relative positions of at least two parts of the application unit with respect to each other appropriately achieve the shape flexibility of the application unit.

[0034] In some suitable embodiments, at least some of the multiple locations of the application unit, particularly at least some different relative locations of at least two parts of the application unit, are distinct locations that are separate from each other.

[0035] In an advantageous embodiment, at least two parts of the application unit can be continuously moved to different relative positions relative to each other in a continuous action.

[0036] Suitably, at least two parts of the application unit can move and position continuously relative to each other between at least two different relative positions. Suitably, at least two parts of the application unit can be oriented continuously relative to each other between at least two relative orientations.

[0037] In particular, at least one portion of the application unit is positioned at least 0.5 cm, especially at least 1 cm, and preferably at least 3 cm apart from at least one shape in which the application unit can occupy, and at another shape in which the application unit can occupy. In particular, at least one portion of the application unit is positioned at least 0.5 cm, especially at least 1 cm, and preferably at least 3 cm apart from at least two positions within the application unit.

[0038] Advantageously, in at least two different shapes in which the application unit can occupy, for example in at least two positions of the application unit, at least one relative position between at least two parts of the application unit differs by at least 0.5 cm, especially at least 1 cm, and preferably at least 3 cm.

[0039] In an advantageous embodiment, at least one portion of the application unit is oriented at least 10°, for example at least 25°, and preferably at least 40° different from at least one other shape in which the application unit may occupy. In particular, at least one portion of the application unit is oriented differently in at least two different positions of the application unit, wherein the different orientations of this portion of the application unit in the at least two positions differ by a certain angle, wherein suitably, the angle is at least 10°, preferably at least 30°, and especially at least 40°.

[0040] For example, at least one of the relative orientations of at least two portions of the application unit differs by at least a certain angle in at least two different shapes in which the application unit may occupy, particularly in at least two different positions of the application unit, wherein suitably, the angle is at least 10°, preferably at least 25°, for example at least 40°.

[0041] In particular, the application unit has a basic position.

[0042] In particular, the difference in at least one different positioning of at least one part of the application unit and / or the difference in at least one different orientation of at least one part of the application unit in at least one of two different positions refers to the difference in positioning and / or orientation relative to the basic position of the application unit.

[0043] In particular, in the basic position of the application unit, the application area is at least substantially flat. In particular, the different positioning and / or different orientation of at least one part of the application unit in at least one of at least two different positions refers to the different positioning and / or different orientation relative to the shape of the application area being at least substantially flat in the basic position.

[0044] In an advantageous implementation, the application unit is loaded into a certain shape, and in particular, into a certain location.

[0045] Appropriately, the application unit is loaded into its basic position.

[0046] For example, the application unit is spring-loaded into a certain shape, especially into a certain position.

[0047] Suitablely, the application unit, especially at least the application area, takes on a shape determined by loading, particularly a shape corresponding to the basic position, and can still resist loading and occupy other shapes due to the flexible design of at least the segmented shape. For example, this makes the user's operation more comfortable because the application unit, especially at least the application area, maintains a defined shape under loading without being affected by external factors.

[0048] In some preferred embodiments, the application unit comprises multiple segments, particularly at least two segments, and preferably more than two segments. In particular, at least some of the multiple segments collectively constitute an application area.

[0049] Preferably, at least two segments are at least partially movable relative to each other.

[0050] In particular, at least two sections are supported in a manner that allows them to move relative to each other, at least within the permissible range of motion.

[0051] In a particularly suitable embodiment, at least two sections of the application unit are supported, at least partially and especially at least within permissible swing range, in a manner that allows them to swing relative to each other about a swing axis.

[0052] In particular, at least one of the following is provided here: - Equipped with at least one swinging device for enabling at least two segments to pivot relative to each other; and / or - The permissible swing range includes an angle range of at least 10°, preferably at least 25°, and especially at least 40°; and / or - A stop, particularly a stop of a swinging device, is provided that limits the permissible range of swing between at least two sections that can pivot relative to each other.

[0053] Advantageously, since at least two segments are supported in a manner that allows movement, especially swinging, relative to each other, a flexible application unit can be suitably achieved, which can also be designed with a stable and / or simple configuration.

[0054] In particular, at least one swinging device is provided with two stops, wherein the two stops at opposite ends limit the permissible swing range of the swinging device for at least two sections.

[0055] In particular, at least one swing axis of at least two segments that can pivot relative to each other extends at least approximately parallel to the extension direction of the application unit and / or application area.

[0056] In particular, at least one swing axis of at least two segments that can pivot relative to each other extends transversely and, in particular, at least approximately perpendicularly to the normal direction of the application area.

[0057] Suitablely, at least two swing axes of at least two pivotable segments of the application unit extend at least approximately parallel to each other.

[0058] In some advantageous embodiments, the oscillating device for at least two pivotable sections has a guide section. Suitably, at least one of the two pivotable sections is supported in a guideable manner on the guide section, at least within an allowable range of oscillation. For example, the guide section is formed by one of the at least two pivotable sections.

[0059] Preferably, the oscillating device has a sliding section in at least two of the sections that can pivot relative to each other. In particular, the sliding section is formed by at least one of the two sections that can pivot relative to each other. Suitably, the sliding section is movably supported between two stops of the oscillating device. Advantageously, the sliding section is guided on a guide section of the oscillating device.

[0060] In some preferred embodiments, at least one segment of the application unit is at least substantially rigidly constructed. Suitably, at least some, preferably at least most, of the multiple segments of the application unit are each at least substantially rigidly constructed.

[0061] For example, at least the majority of rigidly constructed segments include at least one rigid segment body.

[0062] Advantageously, at least most of the rigid segments can be used to form a stable and at least segmentally flexible application unit.

[0063] Preferably, at least two segments of the application unit are loaded relative to each other. In particular, at least two segments of the application unit are loaded relative to each other in a relative position corresponding to the basic position of the application unit. For example, this makes operation more comfortable for the user because at least two segments loaded relative to each other are fixed to the relative position defined by the loading without being affected by external factors.

[0064] In a particularly suitable implementation, at least one of the following is provided: - The application area of ​​the application unit is adjacent to the application environment; and / or - The application unit includes at least one discharge channel, and in particular at least one plurality of discharge channels, wherein, in particular at least one discharge channel is fluid-guided into the application environment, and suitably, the plurality of discharge channels are each fluid-guided into the application environment; and / or - At least two sections of the application unit, particularly at least two sections of the application area, each have at least one discharge channel, wherein suitably, the at least two sections each having at least one discharge channel are able to occupy different relative positions due to a flexible shape design; and / or - At least one segment of the application unit, and preferably at least some segments, each has at least one discharge channel.

[0065] In particular, the application unit is positioned such that the object to which it is applied, and especially the object to which the hot fluid is applied, is placed in the application environment.

[0066] Suitablely, in application, the application area of ​​the application unit contacts at least partially the object arranged in the application environment.

[0067] In particular, at least one discharge channel is provided, and advantageously multiple discharge channels for hot fluid are provided so as to suitably guide the hot fluid to at least a portion of the application area arranged adjacent to the application environment, and, for example, introduce the hot fluid into the application environment.

[0068] Advantageously, at least some discharge channels open into the application environment in their respective oral regions. Suitablely, at least two oral regions, each with at least one discharge channel, can occupy different relative positions due to their flexible shape design.

[0069] Advantageously, by utilizing at least two regions, each having at least one discharge channel and / or at least two orifice regions (wherein the at least two regions and / or at least two orifice regions may occupy different relative positions to each other), it is possible to guide hot fluid to different parts of the object to be treated, and in particular to different parts of the curved surface of the object to be treated.

[0070] Suitablely, the application unit has a hollow space inside, which is specifically provided and constructed as a discharge space region.

[0071] Suitably, the hot fluid can be supplied to a hollow space configured as a discharge space region and from there to, for example, an application area. In particular, the hot fluid supplied to the hollow space configured as a discharge space region leaves the application unit from the discharge space region and, for example, enters the application environment.

[0072] Suitablely, especially the hollow space provided and constructed as a discharge space region has multiple space regions, wherein, for example, at least some of the multiple space regions are continuous space regions and / or in particular at least some of the multiple space regions are separate space regions from each other.

[0073] Preferably, at least one of the following is provided: - In particular, at least two spatial regions of a hollow space constructed as a discharge area can occupy different relative positions due to the flexible shape design; and / or - At least some discharge channels are fluid-guided from, and particularly fluid-guided into, the application environment, a hollow space specifically configured as a discharge space region; and / or - At least one spatial region is constructed in at least some of the multiple segments of the application unit, particularly a hollow space constructed as a discharge spatial region.

[0074] This would be advantageous for improving the distribution of thermal fluids for applications (such as large-area applications).

[0075] Suitablely, a hot fluid guide is provided for guiding the hot fluid.

[0076] In particular, at least one of the following is provided here: - The hot fluid guide is configured at least to guide hot fluid to and / or introduce it into the application unit; and / or - The hot fluid guide is configured to introduce hot fluid into at least two regions of the application unit, wherein, in particular, the at least two regions are able to occupy different relative positions to each other due to the flexible design of their shapes.

[0077] In some suitable embodiments, the accessories for the hot fluid device at least partially constitute the hot fluid guide.

[0078] In some suitable embodiments, a hot fluid supply device is provided, which in particular at least partially constitutes a hot fluid guide.

[0079] In particular, a supply section is provided. In particular, the supply section is configured to supply hot fluid to the application unit.

[0080] For example, accessories for hot fluid equipment include a supply section.

[0081] In some suitable embodiments, a hot fluid supply device for supplying hot fluid can be connected to the supply section.

[0082] In particular, the supply section includes a guiding space section for hot fluid. Suitably, the guiding space section of the supply section is directly and / or indirectly connected to the hollow space in the application unit, especially the discharge space region, in a fluid guiding manner.

[0083] Preferably, a distribution section is provided. In particular, the hot fluid guide section has a distribution section.

[0084] Suitable accessories for hot fluid equipment include distribution sections.

[0085] In particular, the distribution section includes at least one guiding space section for the hot fluid.

[0086] Suitably, the distribution sections are configured for distributing hot fluid, particularly for distributing hot fluid into different sections of the application unit and / or, particularly, into different spatial regions of the hollow space configured as a discharge space region. Preferably, at least two of these different sections and / or spatial regions are designed with flexible shapes to occupy different relative positions to each other.

[0087] Preferably, the allocation segment constitutes multiple allocation openings.

[0088] In particular, at least one of the following is provided here: - At least some of the multiple distribution openings of the distribution section extend from and / or into the guide space section of the distribution section into the hollow space of the application unit, particularly constructed as a discharge space region; and / or - At least some of the hollow space regions, particularly those configured as discharge space regions, are each provided with at least one distribution opening, wherein suitably, at least two of the hollow space regions are designed with flexible shapes to occupy different relative positions; and / or - At least one distribution opening with a distribution section is respectively introduced into at least some discharge chambers of at least some sections of the application unit.

[0089] This would be advantageous in improving the distribution of the supplied heat fluid, for example, distributing it to different spatial areas and / or for large-area applications.

[0090] Advantageously, for example, the supplied hot fluid is first guided through the distribution section and supplied via its distribution opening to different spatial regions of the hollow space, particularly those configured as discharge space regions, so that the hot fluid can be distributed more evenly into the hollow space.

[0091] In particular, regarding the allocation segment, at least one of the following is provided: - The distribution section is arranged at least partially within the application unit, particularly at least partially within a hollow space specifically configured as a discharge space region; and / or - The allocation section is rigidly constructed at least most of the time.

[0092] In particular, even if the distribution section is at least partially arranged in a hollow space, the distribution section will largely separate the fluid guiding space section of the distribution section from the space area where hot fluid is supplied via the distribution opening, especially except for the connection of the fluid guiding through the distribution opening. For example, the surrounding wall of the distribution section that surrounds the fluid guiding space section separates the fluid guiding space section of the distribution section from the space area where the hot fluid is distributed.

[0093] In particular, at least one of the following is provided: - The supply section, in particular the guide space section configured to supply hot fluid, enters the guide space section of the distribution section; and / or - The supply components together constitute at least one distribution segment.

[0094] In some advantageous embodiments, the application unit is supported at least partially, and especially at least within the permissible range of rotation, in a manner that allows it to rotate about the axis of rotation.

[0095] This would improve the user's operation, for example, because the application unit is able to at least partially adapt to the orientation of the object being processed, such as the surface orientation of the object, since the object is supported in a rotatable manner.

[0096] In particular, at least one of the following is provided here: - The axis of rotation extends at least approximately parallel to the extension direction of the application unit and / or the extension direction of the application area; and / or - The axis of rotation extends transversely to, and in particular at least approximately perpendicular to, the normal direction of the application area; and / or - The axis of rotation extends transversely to, or at least approximately perpendicular to, the axis of oscillation, wherein at least two segments of the application unit are supported about the axis of oscillation in a manner that allows them to move relative to each other, and in particular to oscillate.

[0097] Suitable hot fluid equipment and / or accessories are provided with hand grips.

[0098] In some suitable embodiments, the accessory for the hot fluid device includes at least one hand grip.

[0099] For example, in some embodiments, the hot fluid supply device includes at least one grip.

[0100] In some advantageous embodiments, the accessory for the hot fluid device includes at least one portion that can be used to fasten the accessory, in particular directly and / or indirectly, to the grip. Suitably, the accessory is then fastened to the grip, in a tightened state, in particular directly and / or indirectly.

[0101] In some advantageous embodiments, the provided grip portion can be secured to the supply portion at least and / or at least in the secured state, especially directly and / or indirectly, to the supply portion.

[0102] Preferably, the application unit is supported relative to the grip in a manner that allows it to rotate at least partially about the axis of rotation, especially when it is fastened to the grip.

[0103] In particular, the application unit is supported relative to the portion used to secure the attachment to the grip in a manner that allows it to rotate at least partially about the axis of rotation.

[0104] Suitablely, the application unit is supported relative to the supply section in a manner that allows it to rotate at least partially about a rotation axis.

[0105] In some advantageous embodiments, the application unit is supported relative to the dispensing section in a manner that allows it to rotate at least partially about a rotation axis.

[0106] In some suitable embodiments, the application unit is supported on the supply section and / or distribution section in a manner that allows it to rotate at least partially about a rotation axis.

[0107] In some advantageous embodiments, the application unit is loaded, in particular by a spring, to a certain orientation, especially a basic orientation, with respect to its rotational property of at least part about a rotation axis.

[0108] Advantageously, an orientation is determined by loading the application unit to allow it to rotate about at least a portion of its rotational capacity, provided that it does not rotate out of this orientation due to external influence. Suitablely, this makes operation more comfortable for the user.

[0109] For example, design stability can be improved by determining the orientation of the applied elements during loading (provided there are no external influences that resist this determination).

[0110] In some suitable embodiments, in particular, at least some parts of the application unit and / or the hot fluid guide and / or the accessories for the hot fluid device and / or the hot fluid device are at least partially and preferably substantially made of a material comprising at least plastic. Suitably, in particular, at least some parts of the application unit and / or the hot fluid guide and / or the accessories for the hot fluid device and / or the hot fluid device are plastic parts. In particular, at least some of these parts are injection-molded parts. For example, these parts include at least one section body of at least one segment and / or at least one part that at least partially constitutes the application area and / or at least one part that at least partially constitutes the oscillating device and / or a part that constitutes the dispensing section and / or a supply section.

[0111] Suitably, the hot fluid device includes a hot fluid generating unit. In particular, the hot fluid generating unit is at least configured to generate and / or provide hot fluid.

[0112] For example, the heat fluid generation unit includes an instantaneous heater.

[0113] For example, a heat fluid generation unit includes a boiler unit that includes a boiler in which heat fluid is generated and / or supplied at least during operation.

[0114] In some suitable implementations, the thermal fluid is a fluid mixture.

[0115] For example, a thermal fluid may include at least one gas phase and / or at least one liquid phase.

[0116] Preferably, the hot fluid comprises at least part and suitably at least most of water, such as water vapor and / or liquid water.

[0117] Suitably, the temperature of the hot fluid is at least 60°C, preferably at least 75°C, and especially at least 90°C.

[0118] Of particular advantage is that the temperature of the hot fluid is at least approximately 100°C and / or higher.

[0119] The hot fluid equipment with application unit and / or accessories with application unit, as described above and / or below, can be used in a variety of different applications.

[0120] In a particularly suitable embodiment, the hot fluid device is configured as a cleaning device.

[0121] In a particularly suitable embodiment, the accessory for the hot fluid equipment is a cleaning accessory.

[0122] In particular, at least one function of the cleaning equipment and / or cleaning attachment is a cleaning function, such as for cleaning objects, or for cleaning surfaces. Specifically, the cleaning equipment and / or cleaning attachment are configured for at least one cleaning function.

[0123] In particular, the advantages of the solutions according to the invention described above and / or below are especially suitable for use in cleaning equipment and / or cleaning accessories.

[0124] In particular, through a design with at least segmented, flexible shapes, the application unit can at least partially adapt to the shape of the object to be cleaned, especially the shape of the object and / or the surface to be cleaned. This will significantly improve the cleaning of the object.

[0125] In particular, the application of hot fluid, such as applying hot fluid directly to the object to be cleaned and / or applying hot fluid indirectly to, for example, an application element, is especially suitable for improving cleaning, such as improving dirt removal.

[0126] In particular, in the cleaning function, hot fluid can be applied over a large area in the application zone, thereby enabling, for example, more uniform cleaning.

[0127] In particular, the application elements, especially those used for cleaning equipment and / or cleaning accessories, are made of soft materials. For example, application elements, especially those used for cleaning equipment and / or cleaning accessories, include textiles, such as cloths and / or sponges.

[0128] In the context, "at least approximately" should be understood to include, for example, a deviation of up to ±20%, preferably up to ±10%, for example up to ±5%, and / or at least substantially the feature is provided.

[0129] In this context, “at least substantially set features” should be understood in particular to include technically relevant and / or technically unrelated deviations and / or especially deviations of up to ±5%.

[0130] In the context, the statement "a feature is at least largely disposed in an entity (e.g., a feature is at least disposed in most of the elements in the total and / or at least largely disposed along a certain length)" should be understood in particular to mean that the feature is disposed in at least half, preferably at least 70%, and especially at least 80%, for example at least 90%, of the entity (i.e., the total and / or the length), and / or for example, that the feature is at least substantially disposed in the entity, i.e., especially within technically relevant and / or technically unrelated tolerances.

[0131] In the context, elements and features described as “for example” and / or “especially” and / or “preferred” and / or “suitable” and / or “preferred” and / or “variation” and / or similar configurations are, for example, optional features that represent inventive improvements but are not absolutely necessary for completing the basic inventive solution. Attached Figure Description

[0132] The preferred embodiments and features of the present invention, as well as their advantages, are illustrated below with detailed descriptions and accompanying drawings of various variant embodiments.

[0133] In the picture: Figure 1 A view of an embodiment of a hot fluid device with a hot fluid device accessory including an application unit is shown; Figure 2 A top view of the application area of ​​the application unit in this embodiment is shown; Figure 3 A schematic diagram of an application unit with an embedded hot fluid guide is shown; Figure 4 An internal view of the application unit is shown; Figure 5 The illustration shows a perspective view and a sectional view of the application unit in its basic position; and Figure 6 Similar Figure 5 The view shows that the applied unit is offset from the basic position and has a different shape. Detailed Implementation

[0134] Embodiments of hot fluid equipment generally marked with 100 particularly include equipment housing 112 and equipment technical components arranged in equipment housing 112.

[0135] For example, Figure 1 A hot fluid device 100 is shown.

[0136] In particular, the hot fluid device 100 includes a hot fluid generating unit preferably arranged in the internal space of the device housing 112. In particular, at least during operation, the hot fluid generating unit heats the fluid and thus provides hot fluid.

[0137] Suitably, the hot fluid device 100 includes, in particular, a storage tank for storing liquids. For example, the liquid comprises at least the majority water, with or without added components. In particular, during operation of the hot fluid device, the fluid stored in the storage tank is supplied to a hot fluid generating unit for heating.

[0138] In particular, the hot fluid device 100 includes a hot fluid supply device 122. Suitably, the hot fluid supply device 122 is at least fluid-guidedly connected to the hot fluid generation unit and fluid-guidedly connected in the assembled state. In particular, the hot fluid supply device 122 is at least substantially constructed outside the device housing 112.

[0139] For example, the hot fluid device 100 has an interface 126 for a hot fluid supply device 122, wherein the interface 126 is disposed on the device housing 112. Suitably, inside the device housing 112, the interface 126 is fluid-guidedly connected to a hot fluid generation unit. In particular, the hot fluid supply device 122 includes a connection portion 132 that can be used to fluidly connect the hot fluid supply device 122 to the interface 126.

[0140] In particular, the hot fluid supply device 122 includes a supply unit 134. Suitably, the supply unit 134 is fluid-guidedly connected to the connection portion 132 at least via a connection portion 136 configured as a hose.

[0141] Suitablely, the supply unit 134 includes a handle 138.

[0142] For example, the supply unit 134 includes an operating device 142 with at least one operating element 144 for at least partially operating the hot fluid supply device 122 and, in particular, for at least partially operating the hot fluid device 100. In particular, the operating device 142 is capable of releasing the output of hot fluid and / or blocking the output of hot fluid, for example, by operating at least one operating element 144.

[0143] In particular, the supply unit 134 includes an output element that outputs hot fluid from the hot fluid supply device 122 via the output element when the output is released.

[0144] For example, the output element is configured as an output socket.

[0145] The hot fluid device 100 includes an application unit 202.

[0146] In some embodiments, the application unit 202 is configured in a hot fluid device accessory generally designated 210. Such embodiments are described in detail herein, for example, with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0147] In other embodiments, the application unit 202 is constructed in the heat fluid device 100 in a different manner. Suitably, the application unit 202 is constructed at least in part as illustrated herein in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, and / or the heat fluid device 100 has at least some of the features and / or elements illustrated and / or depicted in conjunction with the heat fluid device accessory 210. Thus, the specification and drawings also represent such embodiments.

[0148] For example, Figure 1 The image shows the hot fluid equipment accessory 210 and the hot fluid supply device 122 in an assembled state, and Figures 2 to 6 The hot fluid device accessory 210 is shown separately as an example.

[0149] Suitably, the hot fluid device 100 includes a supply section 214 for supplying hot fluid to the application unit 202.

[0150] Advantageously, the hot fluid equipment accessory 210 includes a supply section 214.

[0151] In some advantageous variations, the supply section 214 includes an interface 218. The supply unit 134 can be coupled to the interface 218 for fluid-guided connection. For example, the interface 218 includes a receiving portion for the output element of the supply unit 134.

[0152] In some suitable variations, the hot fluid device accessory 210 includes at least a portion of the supply unit 134, such as at least one operating element and / or a coupling portion 132 and / or a connection portion 136 for connection to the interface 126.

[0153] Suitablely, the application unit 202 includes an application area 232. In particular, a plurality of discharge channels 234 are constructed in the application area 232.

[0154] In particular, the application area 232 is adjacent to the application environment 238. Suitablely, the discharge channel 234 leads into the application environment 238.

[0155] In particular, the application environment 238 is the environment of the application unit 202. Suitably, in the application environment 238, in particular, hot fluid supplied to the application unit 202 via the supply section 214 is applied to, for example, an object.

[0156] Suitably, the application area 232 extends in two extending directions 242I and 242II. The two extending directions 242I and 242II extend at least laterally to each other and, for example, at least approximately perpendicular to each other. In particular, the two extending directions 242I and 242II extend out of the geometric application surface. Suitably, the application area 232 extends at least substantially within the geometric application surface.

[0157] The normal direction 244 extends at least approximately perpendicular to the two extension directions 242I and 242II. Suitably, the extension of the application area 232 in the normal direction 244 is less than the extension in the two extension directions 242I and 242II.

[0158] In particular, the application area 232 is constructed on one side of the application unit 202. For example, the side of the application unit 202 opposite to the side with the application area 232 in the normal direction 244 is the upper side 248 of the application unit 202.

[0159] In particular, the application unit 202 is flexibly shaped so that the application area 232 can take different shapes.

[0160] In particular, the geometrically applied surface takes on different shapes under different shapes.

[0161] Suitable, for example Figure 5 As shown, among the shapes that the application unit 202 can take, the geometric application surface is at least substantially planar. In particular, this shape corresponds to the basic position of the application unit 202.

[0162] In particular, in at least some of the shapes that the application unit 202 can take, the orientation of at least one extension direction 242 extending along the application unit 202 varies in that at least one extension direction 242. For example, Figure 6 One possible shape is shown, wherein the extension direction 242 has different orientations 242', 242'', 242''' in different segments. In particular, the normal direction 244 also has correspondingly different orientations 244', 244'', 244''' in different segments.

[0163] In particular, the application unit 202 includes multiple segments 252, such as three segments 252I, 252II, and 252III, wherein these segments 252 together constitute at least the application area 232.

[0164] In particular, at least one intermediate section 252I is provided, and at least one outer section 252II and 252III are arranged on both sides of the intermediate section 252I, especially on both sides of the extension direction 242I with respect to the application area 232.

[0165] Suitably, each segment 252 has at least one discharge passage 234. For example, at least segment 252I has at least one discharge passage 234I, segment 252II has at least one discharge passage 234II, and segment 252III has at least one discharge passage 234III.

[0166] For example, at least some segments 252 each include at least one segment body 254 and a cover plate 256 disposed on one side of the segment body 254.

[0167] In a suitable variation, the cover plate 256 is arranged within the application area 232 and, for example, at least collectively constitutes the application area 232. In particular, at least one respective discharge passage 234 corresponding to the corresponding segment 252 is constructed in the cover plate 256.

[0168] For example, Figure 4 The application unit 202 without the cover plate 256 is shown, so that the interior of the application unit 202 can be seen.

[0169] Suitablely, a fastening part 258 is provided in the application area 232. Suitablely, the application element can be fastened at least, for example, at the fastening part 354.

[0170] In particular, the application element is at least predominantly a flexible element. Suitably, the application element is at least partially fluid-permeable, such that even if the application element covers at least some of the discharge channels 234, the hot fluid at least partially passes through the application element into the application environment 238. For example, at least a portion of the hot fluid is retained in the application element, particularly for wetting the application element.

[0171] In particular, in some suitable variations, the application element is a cloth, especially a cleaning cloth and / or a sponge. For example, hook and loop fasteners are provided at at least some fastening points 354. In particular, the hook and loop fasteners can be used to properly fasten the application element.

[0172] Suitablely, segments 252 are arranged such that at least part of them are movable relative to each other.

[0173] In particular, at least two segments 252 are arranged in a manner that allows them to swing relative to each other about a swing axis 262.

[0174] For example, outer segment 252II is arranged on middle segment 252I in a manner that allows it to swing about swing axis 262II, and another outer segment 252III is arranged on middle segment 252I in a manner that allows it to swing about a different swing axis 262III. Since the swingable arrangements are at least substantially the same in construction, they will be described uniformly below, and for simplicity, segments 252I, 252II, 252III and their respective swing axes 262II, 262III will no longer be distinguished.

[0175] Suitably, the two oscillating axes 262II, 262III extend at least approximately parallel to each other. Suitably, the oscillating axes 262II, 262III extend in the extension direction 242 (here extending, for example, in the direction of extension direction 242II) and are spaced apart from each other in the extension direction 242 (here spaced apart from each other, for example, in the direction of extension direction 242I).

[0176] In particular, a swinging device 268 is provided to arrange the two sections 252 at least partially in a manner that allows them to swing relative to each other about a corresponding swing axis 262.

[0177] In particular, the swing device 268 includes at least one pin 272. The pin 272 extends longitudinally along a section of the swing axis 262 in the axial direction. Suitably, the swing device 268 is provided with at least one swing arm 274, which is arranged on the pin 272 in a manner that allows it to rotate about the swing axis 262 at least within a certain angular range.

[0178] For example, Figure 4 Pin 272 and its respective swing arm 274 are shown.

[0179] In particular, the two sections 252 are arranged in a manner that allows them to swing relative to each other by means of the swinging device 268, the pin 272 is formed by a part of one of the two sections 252 that can pivot relative to each other, and the swing arm 274 is formed by a part of the other of the two sections 252 that can swing relative to each other.

[0180] For example, the swing arm 274 is composed of the main body 254 of the segment 252 that constitutes the swing arm 274.

[0181] For example, Figure 5 and Figure 6 The swing device 268, which includes a guide section 282, a sliding section 286, and a stop section 284, can be seen in the image.

[0182] For example, the swing device 268 includes a guide section 282 that extends axially along a segment of the swing axis 262 and is constructed to bend about the swing axis 262 at an angle within a certain range in the circumferential direction. Suitably, stop portions 284 are formed at opposite ends of the angle range of the guide section 282, wherein the opposite ends are positioned opposite each other about the circumferential direction of the swing axis 262. For example, the stop portions 284 extend longitudinally along the guide section 282 in the axial direction of the swing axis 262.

[0183] In particular, the swing device 268 includes a sliding section 286. The sliding section 286 is supported in a manner movable relative to the guide section 282 along the curved structure of the guide section 282 in the circumferential direction of the swing axis 262, and in particular, the sliding section is movable while being guided by the guide section 282. Specifically, the sliding section 286 is supported in a manner movable between two stops 284.

[0184] For example, the sliding section 286 extends longitudinally in the axial direction of the swing axis 262 and suitably extends along the longitudinal extension of the guide section 282.

[0185] In particular, the two sections 252 are arranged in a manner that allows them to swing relative to each other by means of the swinging device 268. The guide section 282 is composed of one of the two sections 252 that can pivot relative to each other, and the sliding section 286 is composed of the other of the two sections 252 that can pivot relative to each other. Suitably, the section 252 that constitutes the guide section 282 also constitutes the stop section 284.

[0186] For example, the middle segment 252I constitutes the guide segment 282, and the outer segments (e.g., segments 254II and / or segments 254III) constitute the corresponding sliding segments 286.

[0187] Suitably, the guide section 282 and / or at least one stop 284 are formed by the section body 254 of the section 252 constituting the guide section 282 and / or the stop 284. Suitably, the sliding section 286 is formed by the section body 254 of the section 252 constituting the sliding section 286.

[0188] In particular, the swinging device 268 includes a loading device for loading two sections 252 arranged by the swinging device 268 in a manner that allows them to swing relative to each other.

[0189] For example, such as Figure 5 As shown, the two sections 252 are loaded in the swing direction, especially in the direction of the basic position, by a loading device. Suitably, the sliding section 286 of the swing device 268 abuts against one of the stops 284 in the basic position.

[0190] For example, Figure 6 An application unit 202 is shown for section 252 to pivot out of its basic position. Here, the intermediate section 252I and the outer section 252II pivot relative to each other along their entire permissible range of motion, and the sliding section 286 abuts against the corresponding stop 284. The intermediate section 252I and the other outer section 252III pivot relative to each other only along a sub-range of their permissible range of motion.

[0191] For example, the loading device includes at least one loading spring 290 for loading two segments 252 arranged in a manner that allows them to pivot relative to each other.

[0192] For example, Figure 4 The image shows a loading device with two loading springs 290, which are specifically constructed as torsion springs.

[0193] In particular, a hollow space is constructed inside the application unit 202 as a discharge space region 312. Suitably, the hollow space of the discharge space region 312 includes multiple space regions.

[0194] Suitablely, the discharge channel 234 connects the hollow space of the discharge space region 312 to the application environment 238 in a fluid-guided manner.

[0195] In particular, the application area 232 is at least partially constructed between the hollow space of the discharge space area 312 and the application environment 238.

[0196] In particular, within at least some of the sections 252, each section 252 is suitably provided with a respective discharge chamber 314 of the discharge space region 312. For example, section 252I has a discharge chamber 314I, section 252II has a discharge chamber 314II, and section 252III has a discharge chamber 314III.

[0197] For example, the discharge chamber 314 of segment 252 is constructed within the segment body 254 of segment 252. For example, the cover 256 of segment 252 preferably at least partially covers the hollow space within the application area 232. Suitably, a corresponding discharge channel 234 is constructed in the uncovered area of ​​the hollow space.

[0198] Suitablely, a distribution section 322 for supplying hot fluid is provided.

[0199] The distribution section 322 has a plurality of distribution openings 324. The distribution openings 324 extend from the fluid guiding space section 326 of the distribution section 322. The surrounding wall 328 of the distribution section 322 surrounds the fluid guiding space section 326 and together at least constitutes the distribution openings 324.

[0200] To form a fluid guiding space segment 326 in the injection molded part, for example, the opening in the injection molded part is larger than the provided distribution opening 324, and an insert 332 that together constitutes the distribution opening 324 is placed into this opening of the injection molded part. For example, Figure 5 The diagram shows the distribution opening 324III.

[0201] Suitably, the distribution section 322 extends at least partially into the hollow space of the discharge space region 312. Here, the surrounding wall 328 separates the fluid guiding space section 326 from the other spatial regions of the hollow space, and connects at least some of the spatial regions that connect the fluid guiding space section to the discharge space region in a fluid guiding manner through the distribution opening 324.

[0202] Suitablely, the distribution opening 324 leads into different sub-regions of the hollow space of the discharge space region 312. Here, at least some sub-regions that the at least one distribution opening 324 leads into are sub-regions in the hollow space that can occupy different relative positions due to the flexible design of the shape of the application unit 202.

[0203] Suitablely, at least one distribution opening 324 of the distribution section 322 leads into each of the discharge chambers 314 of the plurality of sections 252.

[0204] For example, allocation segment 322 extends longitudinally in its longitudinal extension direction.

[0205] Suitably, the distribution section 322 has at least one distribution opening 324 at each of its longitudinally opposite ends with respect to the longitudinal extension direction. Suitably, the distribution section 322 has at least one distribution opening 324 in an intermediate section, wherein the intermediate section is arranged between the end sections of the distribution section 322 with respect to the longitudinal extension direction of the distribution section 322.

[0206] In particular, the distribution section 322 is arranged in the intermediate section 252I with at least its intermediate section, and at least one distribution opening 324 in the intermediate section leads into the discharge chamber 314I of the intermediate section 252I.

[0207] In particular, the distribution opening 324 enters the discharge chambers 314II and 314III of the outer sections 252II and 252III at the longitudinal end of the distribution section 322 in the longitudinal extension direction.

[0208] Suitablely, the longitudinal extension direction of the distribution section 322 extends transversely to, and in particular at least approximately perpendicular to, the axial direction of the swing axis 262 of the two sections 252 arranged in a manner that allows them to pivot relative to each other.

[0209] In particular, the longitudinal end of the distribution section 322 suitably protrudes only slightly into the discharge chambers 314II, 314III of the corresponding outer sections 252II, 252III. Suitably, the longitudinal end of the distribution section 322 suitably protrudes only slightly beyond the geometric plane, wherein the corresponding geometric plane includes the swing axis 262 and extends at least approximately perpendicular to the longitudinal extension direction of the distribution section 322.

[0210] Preferably, the supply section 214 also constitutes the distribution section 322.

[0211] Suitablely, the fluid guiding space section in the supply section 214 (preferably in the middle section of the distribution section 322) is introduced into the fluid guiding space section 326 of the distribution section 322.

[0212] Preferably, the application unit 202 is arranged on the dispensing section 322 and, in particular, supported on the supply section 214 in a manner rotatable about the rotation axis 342, and is supported relative to the dispensing section 322 and the supply section 214 in a manner rotatable about the rotation axis 342, at least within the permissible range of rotation.

[0213] Since the supply portion 214 can be fastened to the supply unit 134 having the grip portion 138, the application unit 202 is also supported relative to the grip portion 138 in a manner that allows it to rotate about the rotation axis 342, at least within the permissible range of rotation.

[0214] Suitablely, the application unit 202 is configured to be rotatably supported on the distribution section 322. In particular, the rotation axis 342 extends at least approximately parallel to the longitudinal extension direction of the distribution section 322.

[0215] Suitably, the rotation axis 342 extends transversely to, and for example at least approximately perpendicular to, the axial direction of the swing axes 262 of the two segments 252 arranged in a manner that allows them to pivot relative to each other. For example, the rotation axis 342 extends at least approximately parallel to at least one segment of the geometrically applied surface. For example, the rotation axis 342 extends parallel to the extension direction 242 (here, the extension direction 242I) at least within the middle segment 252I.

[0216] In particular, the application unit 202 is loaded with respect to its basic orientation of rotatability about the rotation axis 342.

[0217] For example, a spring 346 is provided for loading. Suitably, the spring 346 is tensioned between the application unit 202 (e.g., the intermediate section 252I) and the distribution section 322. For example, Figure 4 and Figure 5 Spring 346 can be seen in the image.

[0218] In particular, the structure and function of the hot fluid device 100 and the hot fluid device accessory 210, as well as their advantages, are briefly summarized below.

[0219] In particular, the hot fluid device 100 includes a hot fluid generation unit and, for example, a hot fluid supply device 122.

[0220] Suitably, the heat fluid generation unit provides the heat fluid. Suitably, the heat fluid is supplied to the application unit 202 via the heat fluid supply device 122 and, for example, to the heat fluid equipment accessory 210.

[0221] Suitably, the temperature of the hot fluid is at least 60°C, especially at least 80°C, and advantageously at least 95°C. In particular, the hot fluid is a fluid mixture, especially a fluid mixture containing gaseous and / or liquid components. In particular, the hot fluid includes water, such as water with or without additives.

[0222] The application unit 202 is configured to apply the supplied hot fluid (directly and / or indirectly) to the object, in particular. In particular, the application unit 202 is configured to clean the object, in particular objects and / or surfaces, when the hot fluid is applied.

[0223] In particular, the application unit 202 includes an application area 232, in which a discharge channel 234 for the hot fluid is suitably configured. Specifically, the application area 232 of the application unit 202 is adjacent to an application environment 238 of the application unit 202, in which the hot fluid is applied. Specifically, the object to which the hot fluid is applied, particularly the object to be cleaned and / or the surface to be cleaned, is located in the application environment 238.

[0224] Advantageously, the application unit 202 is at least segmentally shaped flexibly constructed, and in particular shaped flexibly constructed, such that the application area 232 is at least segmentally shaped flexibly and thus suitably can take different shapes.

[0225] Its advantage lies particularly in that, due to its flexible shape, the application unit 202 and, in particular, the application area 232 can be at least partially adapted in shape to the shape of the object in the application environment 238. This advantageously improves the application of the hot fluid and, for example, improves the cleaning of the object and / or surface.

[0226] In particular, when applied to objects having at least segmented convex surfaces and / or at least segmented concave surfaces, the shape flexibility of the application unit 202 and especially the application area 232 is suitable. Shape flexibility is particularly suitable for the application of hot fluids, especially for cleaning at least segmented concave surfaces in order to better reach the inner regions of the concave surfaces.

[0227] In particular, at least one hollow space is constructed in the application unit 202 as a discharge space region 312 for the hot fluid. Suitably, the hot fluid is supplied to and exits from the discharge space region 312, particularly through the discharge channel 234 into the application environment 238 for the applied hot fluid.

[0228] In particular, the discharge space region 312 includes multiple hollow space regions, such as hollow space regions that are at least partially connected and / or separated from each other.

[0229] In particular, when the application unit 202 and / or the application area 232 can occupy different shapes, the hollow spatial areas of the discharge space area 312 occupy different relative positions to each other.

[0230] Suitably, at least some discharge channels 234 are arranged in different sections of the application area 232, wherein, in cases where the application unit 202 and / or the application area 232 may occupy different shapes, these different sections of the application area 232 occupy different relative positions to each other.

[0231] This advantageously allows the application of thermal fluids at multiple points to objects of different shapes, especially those with curved surfaces.

[0232] In particular, allocation segment 322 is provided.

[0233] Suitably, at least one fluid guiding space section 326 for guiding hot fluid is constructed within the distribution section 322. Specifically, a distribution opening 324 extends from the fluid guiding space section 326 into a hollow space region of the discharge space region 312. In particular, at least one distribution opening 324 of the distribution section 322 leads into different space regions of the discharge space region 312, wherein, in cases where the application unit 202 and / or application area 232 may occupy different shapes, these different space regions occupy different relative positions to each other.

[0234] This is especially effective in ensuring that the heat fluid is appropriately distributed to different spatial regions of the discharge space region 312.

[0235] In particular, for example Figure 3 As indicated by the middle arrow 362, the hot fluid is suitably supplied to the application unit 202 via the supply section 214.

[0236] In particular, such as Figure 3 As indicated by the middle arrow 364, the supplied hot fluid is distributed in the distribution section 322 and guided to different distribution openings 324.

[0237] In particular, for example Figure 3 As indicated by the middle arrow 366, the hot fluid enters different hollow space regions of the discharge space region 312, for example, through different distribution openings 324.

[0238] The hot fluid is discharged from these hollow spaces of the discharge space region 312 into the application environment 238 via the discharge channel 234.

[0239] For example, the application unit 202 includes a plurality of segments 252 that are suitably supported, at least in part, in a manner that allows them to move relative to each other.

[0240] Suitably, each of at least some of the segments 252 (e.g., all of the segments) includes at least one hollow space region of the discharge space region 312 and / or at least one discharge channel 234.

[0241] In particular, the shape flexibility of the application unit 202 and especially the application area 232 is achieved in a suitable manner through the segments 252 that can move relative to each other.

[0242] For example, at least some segments 252 are at least substantially rigidly constructed. For example, at least some segments 252 include a rigid segment body 254.

[0243] Suitablely, at least two segments 252 can swing relative to each other about the swing axis 262, at least within an allowable range of swing. For example, a stop 284 is provided at the respective ends, which in particular defines the allowable range of swing.

[0244] Suitablely, the stop 284 prevents at least two segments 252 from excessively pivoting relative to each other, for example, beyond the permissible range of oscillation.

[0245] Suitably, at least a portion of the application unit 202 (e.g., its segment 252) is loaded into the basic position. In particular, the application unit 202 and especially the application area 232 take on a shape corresponding to the basic position without being affected by external factors.

[0246] For example, the application area 232 is constructed to be at least mostly flat in its basic location.

[0247] Advantageously, the shape of the application unit 202 and, in particular, the application zone 232, suitable for the application of the hot fluid is determined by loading.

[0248] Suitablely, especially through external influences, the application unit 202 and, in particular, the application area 232 can be offset from their basic position and take on different shapes. When there is no longer a cause for deformation, especially an external influence, the application unit 202 can be appropriately offset back to its basic position by loading.

[0249] In particular, the effect that causes deformation is the curvature of the object to which the hot fluid is applied. In particular, the application area 232 contacts the object (directly and / or indirectly) during the application of the hot fluid and suitably adapts at least partially to the shape of the object due to its shape flexibility.

[0250] Preferably, the application unit 202 is supported, for example, within an allowable range of rotation in a manner that allows it to rotate at least partially about the rotation axis 342.

[0251] Preferably, the application unit 202 is supported relative to the portion constituting the grip portion 138 about the rotation axis 342. For example, the application unit 202 is supported at least partially relative to the supply portion 214 for supplying hot fluid about the rotation axis 342.

[0252] In particular, the operation of the application unit, and for example, the operation of the hot fluid device accessory 210 with the application unit 202, is improved by supporting the application unit at least partially in a rotatable manner. This allows the user to position the application unit 202 in a convenient gripping position, such as holding the hand grip 138. Here, in particular, regardless of the user's hand posture, the application unit 202 can still be oriented at least partially to the orientation of the hot fluid to be applied, and especially the surface to be cleaned, at least within an allowable range of rotation.

[0253] List of reference numerals

[0254] 100 Hot Fluid Equipment

[0255] 112 Equipment casing

[0256] 122 Hot fluid supply device

[0257] 126 interface

[0258] 132 Connection Part

[0259] 134 Supply Units

[0260] 136 Connection Part

[0261] 138 Hand grip

[0262] 142 Control device

[0263] 144 Control elements

[0264] 202 Application Unit

[0265] 210 Accessories for Hot Fluid Equipment

[0266] 214 Supply Section

[0267] 218 interface

[0268] 232 Application Area

[0269] 234 Discharge Channel

[0270] 238 Application Environment

[0271] 242 Extension direction

[0272] 244 Normal direction

[0273] 248 upper side

[0274] Section 252

[0275] 254 main sections

[0276] 256 Cover Plate

[0277] 258 Fastening parts

[0278] 262 Oscillation axis

[0279] 268 Oscillating Device

[0280] 272 sales

[0281] 274 Swing Arm

[0282] 282 Guide Section

[0283] 284 Stop section

[0284] 286 sliding sections

[0285] 290 Loading spring of the swing device

[0286] 312 Exhaust space area

[0287] 314 Exhaust Chamber

[0288] 322 Allocation Section

[0289] 324 Distribution opening

[0290] 326 Fluid-guided space section

[0291] 328 Surrounding Wall

[0292] 332 Inlay

[0293] 342 Rotation axis

[0294] 346 Spring

[0295] 362 Arrow (supplying heat fluid)

[0296] 364 Arrow (Distributing heat fluid)

[0297] 366 Arrow (Entering a hollow space region)

Claims

1. A hot fluid device (100), characterized in that, The hot fluid device (100) includes an application unit (202) that is flexibly constructed in a segmented shape.

2. An accessory (210) for a hot fluid device (100), characterized in that, The attachment (210) includes an application unit (202) that is at least flexibly constructed in a segmented shape.

3. The hot fluid device (100) according to claim 1 and / or the accessory according to claim 2, characterized in that, The application unit (202) is at least flexibly constructed in a segmental shape, such that the application area (232) of the application unit (202) is at least flexibly constructed in a segmental shape.

4. The hot fluid device (100) and / or accessory (210) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that... It has at least one of the following: - The application unit (202), especially at least the application area (232), is flexibly constructed in a segmental shape at least along at least one extending direction (242); and / or - The application unit (202), especially the application area (232), is at least flexibly constructed in a segmental shape in at least one direction, especially in the normal direction (244) of the application area (232).

5. The hot fluid device (100) and / or accessory (210) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, The application unit (202) has different positions, wherein at least two parts of the application unit (202), particularly at least two parts that together constitute the application area (232), have different relative positions to each other in at least two different positions of the application unit (202).

6. The hot fluid device (100) and / or accessory (210) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, The application unit (202) is loaded, in particular, by a spring, into a position, in particular a basic position.

7. The hot fluid device (100) and / or accessory (210) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, The application unit (202) has a plurality of segments (252), and at least two segments (252) are at least partially movably supported relative to each other.

8. The hot fluid device (100) and / or accessory (210) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, At least two sections (252) of the application unit (202) are supported at least partially, and especially at least within the permissible swing range, in a manner that allows them to swing relative to each other about the swing axis (262).

9. The hot fluid device (100) and / or accessory (210) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that... It has at least one of the following: - Equipped with at least one swinging device (268) for enabling at least two sections (252) to pivot relative to each other; and / or - The permissible swing range includes at least a range of angles of at least 10°, especially at least 25°, especially at least 40°; and / or - At least one stop (284) is provided, in particular the swinging device (268), which limits the permissible swing range between at least two sections (252) that can pivot relative to each other.

10. The hot fluid device (100) and / or accessory (210) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, At least one segment (252) of the application unit (202), and especially at least some segments (252) of the application unit (202), are at least mostly rigidly constructed.

11. The hot fluid device (100) and / or accessory (210) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, At least two segments (252) of the application unit (202) are loaded relative to each other, especially in relative positions corresponding to the basic position of the application unit (202).

12. The hot fluid device (100) and / or accessory (210) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that... It has at least one of the following: - The application area (232) of the application unit (202) is constructed adjacent to the application environment (238); and / or - The application unit (202) includes at least one discharge channel (234). In particular, the at least one discharge channel (234) is fluid-guided into the application environment (238); and / or - At least two sections of the application unit (202), particularly at least two sections of the application area (232), each have at least one discharge channel (234), wherein the at least two sections each having at least one discharge channel (234) can occupy different relative positions due to their flexible shape design; and / or - At least some sections (252) of the application unit (202) each have at least one discharge channel (234).

13. The hot fluid device (100) and / or accessory (210) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, The application unit (202) has a hollow space inside it, which is provided and configured as a discharge space region (312), wherein, in particular, at least one of the following is provided: - In particular, the hollow space constructed as the discharge space region (312) comprises multiple space regions, and at least two of the multiple space regions are able to occupy different relative positions due to the flexible shape design; and / or - At least some discharge channels extend fluidly from the hollow space, particularly the discharge space region (312), into the application environment (238); and / or - At least some of the segments (252) of the application unit (202) are respectively constructed with at least one spatial region, in particular a hollow space constructed as a discharge spatial region (312).

14. The hot fluid device (100) and / or accessory (210) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, A hot fluid guiding section is provided for guiding hot fluid, wherein at least one of the following is provided: - The hot fluid guide is at least configured to guide hot fluid to the application unit (202); and / or - The heat fluid guide is configured to guide heat fluid to at least two regions of the application unit (202), wherein the at least two regions are able to occupy different relative positions to each other due to the flexible shape design.

15. The hot fluid device (100) and / or accessory (210) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, The hot fluid guide includes a distribution section (322), wherein, in particular, at least one of the following is provided: - The allocation segment (322) constitutes at least one guide space segment (326); and / or - The distribution section (322) is configured for distributing hot fluid, particularly for distributing it to different sections of the application unit (202) and / or to different spatial regions of the application unit (202), particularly configured as a discharge space region (312); and / or - The distribution section (322) is arranged at least partially inside the application unit (202), particularly at least partially in a hollow space specifically configured as a discharge space region (312); and / or - The allocation section (322) is rigidly constructed at least in the vast majority.

16. The hot fluid device (100) and / or accessory (210) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, The application unit (202) is supported in a manner that allows it to rotate at least partially, and in particular at least within a permissible range of rotation, about a rotation axis (342), wherein, in particular, at least one of the following is provided: - The rotation axis (342) extends at least approximately parallel to the extension direction (242) of the application unit (202) and / or the extension direction (242) of the application area (232); and / or - The axis of rotation (342) extends at least approximately perpendicular to the normal direction (244) of the application area (232); and / or - The rotation axis (342) extends at least approximately perpendicular to the swing axis (262), wherein at least two segments (252) of the application unit (202) are supported in a manner that allows them to move, in particular swing, relative to each other about the swing axis (262).

17. The hot fluid device (100) and / or accessory (210) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, In particular, at least when fastened to the grip (138), the application unit (202) is supported relative to the grip (138) in a manner that allows it to rotate at least partially about the rotation axis (342).

18. The hot fluid device (100) and / or accessory (210) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, The application unit (202) is supported relative to the supply portion (214), which is configured to supply hot fluid to the application unit (202), in a manner that allows it to rotate at least partially about the axis of rotation (342), and is arranged in particular to be supported on the supply portion (214) in a manner that allows it to rotate at least partially about the axis of rotation (342).

19. The hot fluid device (100) and / or accessory (210) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, The application unit (202) is supported relative to the distribution section (322) in a manner that allows it to rotate at least partially about the rotation axis (342), and is in particular arranged to be supported on the distribution section (322) in a manner that allows it to rotate at least partially about the rotation axis (342).

20. The hot fluid device (100) and / or accessory (210) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that, The hot fluid device (100) is a cleaning device, and / or the accessory (210) is a cleaning accessory.

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