Wrinkle removing structure and clothes care machine comprising same

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of clothing care machines, in particular to a wrinkle removing structure and a clothing care machine comprising the wrinkle removing structure, and aims to solve the problem that an existing clothing care machine is poor in wrinkle removing effect. In order to achieve the purpose, the wrinkle removing structure comprises a telescopic assembly and an ironing module, the telescopic assembly is arranged to be capable of vertically stretching out and drawing back, and the telescopic assembly is connected with the ironing module so as to drive the ironing module to vertically move to conduct ironing and wrinkle removing on the clothes. According to the wrinkle removing structure, the telescopic assembly is connected with the ironing module, the telescopic assembly drives the ironing module to simulate manual work to conduct translation ironing care on clothes in the vertical direction when stretching out and drawing back up and down, and the wrinkle removing effect on the clothes with many and heavy creases is obvious. And the wrinkle removing structure can be set as an independent module, so that the wrinkle removing structure can be taken and used at any time according to the requirements of a user, and the space in the cabinet body is saved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of wrinkle removal structure technology, specifically providing a wrinkle removal structure and a garment care machine including the wrinkle removal structure. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of technology and the fast-paced lifestyle, traditional handicrafts in daily life are gradually being replaced by various new household appliances. Garment care machines, as a newly emerging garment care product, are gradually becoming known. Their main function is wrinkle removal, and most garment care machines currently have this function, primarily using steam to remove wrinkles. However, their effect is not ideal for garments with deep wrinkles and numerous creases. Although the number and depth of creases decrease after treatment, it does not meet user expectations. This is mainly because the garment fibers are deformed, requiring targeted treatment of these fibers.

[0003] Accordingly, there is a need in the art for a new wrinkle removal structure to address the problem of poor wrinkle removal performance in existing garment care machines. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The present invention aims to solve the above-mentioned technical problem, namely, to solve the problem of poor wrinkle removal effect of existing garment care machines.

[0005] In a first aspect, the present invention provides a wrinkle-removing structure, the wrinkle-removing structure including a telescopic component and an ironing module, the telescopic component being configured to extend and retract vertically, the telescopic component being connected to the ironing module to drive the ironing module to move vertically to iron and remove wrinkles from clothing.

[0006] When employing the above technical solution, the wrinkle-removing structure of the present invention is connected to the ironing module via a telescopic component. As the telescopic component extends and retracts, it drives the ironing module to simulate manual ironing of clothing in a vertical direction, resulting in a significant wrinkle-removing effect, especially on clothing with many and heavy creases. Furthermore, the wrinkle-removing structure of this application can be configured as a separate module, allowing for convenient use according to user needs, thereby saving space within the cabinet.

[0007] In the optional technical solution of the above wrinkle removal structure, the telescopic component includes a rotating member and a telescopic linkage assembly. The telescopic linkage assembly includes a first link and a second link hinged at their intersection. The first link and the second link are respectively connected to the ironing module. The first end of the first link and the first end of the second link are respectively threadedly connected to the rotating member. When the rotating member rotates, the first end of the first link and the first end of the second link reciprocate along the threads towards or away from each other to realize the vertical extension and retraction of the linkage assembly.

[0008] When the above technical solution is adopted, a telescopic link assembly is formed by hinges between the links. When the rotating component rotates, it drives the first end of the link to move back and forth, thereby causing the link assembly to extend and retract vertically and drive the ironing module to move up and down.

[0009] In the optional technical solution of the above wrinkle removal structure, the wrinkle removal structure further includes a driving device and a transmission component. The driving device is connected to the transmission component and the rotating component to drive the rotating component to rotate.

[0010] When the above technical solution is adopted, the drive device transmits power to the rotating component through the transmission component to drive the rotating component to rotate.

[0011] In the optional technical solution of the above wrinkle removal structure, the transmission component includes a worm gear, the rotating component includes a worm meshing with the worm gear, the worm gear and the driving device are connected in transmission, the first end of the first connecting rod and the worm are connected by a first thread, the first end of the second connecting rod and the worm are connected by a second thread, wherein the first thread and the second thread are in opposite directions.

[0012] When the above technical solution is adopted, the present invention transmits power through the worm gear and worm. The first connecting rod and the worm are connected by a first thread, and the second connecting rod is connected by a second thread. The threads of the first thread and the second thread are opposite in direction. Therefore, when the worm rotates, the first ends of the first connecting rod and the second connecting rod move closer to each other or move further away from each other, thereby enabling the connecting rod assembly to extend and retract.

[0013] In the optional technical solution of the above wrinkle removal structure, the transmission component includes a driving gear, which is connected to the driving device; the rotating component includes a screw and a driven gear, which are axially connected; the first end of the first connecting rod and the screw are connected by a first thread, and the first end of the second connecting rod and the screw are connected by a second thread, wherein the first thread and the second thread are in opposite directions.

[0014] When the above technical solution is adopted, the present invention also transmits power to the rotating component through the meshing between gears.

[0015] In the optional technical solutions of the above wrinkle removal structure, the second end of the first connecting rod and the second end of the second connecting rod are slidably connected to the ironing module; or, the intersection of the first connecting rod and the second connecting rod is hinged to the ironing module.

[0016] When the above technical solution is adopted, as the first ends of the first and second links reciprocate along the threads, the second ends of the first and second links slide on the ironing module. Alternatively, the intersection of the first and second links is hinged to the ironing module, thereby eliminating the need for a slide rail on the ironing module to achieve the extension and retraction of the first and second links.

[0017] In the optional technical solutions of the above wrinkle removal structure, the first and second links hinged at the intersection are defined as scissor link groups, and the ends of multiple scissor link groups are hinged sequentially.

[0018] When the above technical solution is adopted, the ends of multiple scissor link assemblies are hinged in sequence to increase the extension stroke of the telescopic assembly.

[0019] In the optional technical solution of the above wrinkle removal structure, the wrinkle removal structure further includes a connecting box, the rotating member is rotatably disposed in the connecting box, and the connecting box is provided with a hole structure so that the transmission member passes through the hole structure and is connected to the rotating member for transmission.

[0020] When using the above technical solution, the telescopic linkage assembly is connected to the connecting box, and the connecting box is placed on the top of the cabinet when installing the wrinkle removal structure, which facilitates the installation of the wrinkle removal structure.

[0021] In the optional technical solution of the above wrinkle removal structure, the connecting box is provided with a first slide rail, and the first end of the first connecting rod and the first end of the second connecting rod slide along the first slide rail.

[0022] When the above technical solution is adopted, the first ends of the first link and the second link slide within the slide rail on the connecting box, thereby improving the stability during sliding.

[0023] In the optional technical solution of the above wrinkle removal structure, the connecting box is provided with a sliding groove, and the cabinet of the garment care machine is provided with a guide rail that cooperates with the sliding groove, and the connecting box slides along the guide rail.

[0024] With the above technical solution, the cabinet of the garment care machine is equipped with guide rails and the connection box is equipped with a sliding groove, so as to facilitate pushing the connection box from inside the cabinet to the top of the cabinet for fixing.

[0025] In the optional technical solution of the above wrinkle removal structure, the ironing module is provided with a second slide, and the second end of the first connecting rod and the second end of the second connecting rod slide along the second slide.

[0026] When the above technical solution is adopted, when the first end of the connecting rod slides, the second end of the connecting rod slides within the second sliding area on the ironing module to improve sliding stability.

[0027] In the optional technical solution of the above wrinkle removal structure, the first end of the first connecting rod is hinged to a first connecting seat, the first end of the second connecting rod is hinged to a second connecting seat, the first connecting seat and the worm gear are connected by a first thread, and the second connecting seat and the worm gear are connected by a second thread.

[0028] When the above technical solution is adopted, the first ends of the first link and the second link are hinged to the connecting seat, and then connected to the worm gear by the connecting seat, thereby improving the stability of the link extension and retraction.

[0029] In the optional technical solution of the above wrinkle removal structure, the worm is provided with meshing teeth in the middle, and the left and right sides of the meshing teeth are respectively provided with a first thread and a second thread.

[0030] When the above technical solution is adopted, the worm is provided with meshing teeth in the middle, and the two sides of the meshing teeth are provided with threads and connected to the connecting rod, so that the worm is subjected to more balanced force.

[0031] The present invention also provides a garment care machine, which includes a cabinet and a wrinkle removal structure. The wrinkle removal structure includes a telescopic component and an ironing module. The telescopic component is configured to extend and retract vertically. The telescopic component is connected to the ironing module to drive the ironing module to move vertically to iron and remove wrinkles from the garment.

[0032] The top of the cabinet is provided with an installation port for the telescopic component to enter and exit. One end of the telescopic component can be sent from inside the cabinet to the top of the cabinet through the installation port and is detachably installed on the top of the cabinet.

[0033] With the above technical solution, the wrinkle removal structure is modularized and can be taken out as needed, saving cabinet space. An installation port is set at the top of the cabinet. One end of the telescopic component is detachably installed at the top of the cabinet through the installation port, and the other end of the telescopic component is connected to the ironing module. The ironing module is located inside the cabinet to iron and remove wrinkles from clothes.

[0034] In the optional technical solution of the above-mentioned garment care machine, the telescopic component includes a rotating component and a telescopic linkage assembly. The telescopic linkage assembly includes a first link and a second link hinged at their intersection. The first link and the second link are respectively connected to the ironing module. The first end of the first link and the first end of the second link are respectively threadedly connected to the rotating component. When the rotating component rotates, the first end of the first link and the first end of the second link reciprocate along the threads towards or away from each other to realize the vertical extension and retraction of the linkage assembly. The wrinkle removal structure also includes a driving device and a transmission component.

[0035] The driving device and the transmission component are located at the top of the cabinet. When it is necessary to remove wrinkles from the clothes, the rotating component is pushed from inside the cabinet to the top of the cabinet through the mounting port. The driving device is connected to the transmission component and the rotating component to drive the rotating component to rotate.

[0036] With the above technical solution, both the drive device and the transmission component are fixed on the top of the cabinet. When ironing clothes is required, the transmission can be achieved simply by connecting the rotating component and the transmission component, which facilitates installation.

[0037] In the optional technical solution of the above-mentioned garment care machine, the wrinkle removal structure further includes a driving device, a transmission component and a connecting box. The driving device is connected to the rotating component through the transmission component to drive the rotating component to rotate. The rotating component is rotatably disposed in the connecting box. The connecting box is provided with a hole structure so that the transmission component can pass through the hole structure and be connected to the rotating component for transmission.

[0038] The mounting port is provided with a channel with one end open, the channel extends from inside the cabinet to the top of the cabinet, the connecting box is provided with a sliding groove, and the channel is provided with a guide rail that cooperates with the sliding groove. The connecting box slides along the guide rail from inside the cabinet to the top of the channel.

[0039] When the above technical solution is adopted, the telescopic component is connected to the top of the cabinet through a connecting box. The connecting box slides along the guide rail in the channel to the top of the cabinet to improve the stability of the moving of the connecting box.

[0040] In the optional technical solution of the above-mentioned garment care machine, a contact switch is provided on the connecting box, and a contact point that cooperates with the contact switch is provided in the channel. After the connecting box is pushed into the top of the channel, the contact switch and the contact point make contact to power on the ironing module.

[0041] When the above technical solution is adopted, the wrinkle removal module supplies power to the ironing module through the contact switch on the connection box and the contact point of the cabinet.

[0042] In the optional technical solution of the above-mentioned garment care machine, an electric push rod is provided in the channel. After the connecting box slides to the top of the channel, the guide rail disengages from the slide groove. The electric push rod pushes the connecting box to move in the horizontal direction so that the slide on the connecting box and the guide rail are misaligned. The guide rail is supported at the bottom of the connecting box so as to limit the connecting box in the vertical and horizontal directions.

[0043] When the above technical solution is adopted, the connecting box is horizontally limited by the electric push rod and the side wall of the channel, while the connecting box is vertically limited by the guide rail and the top wall of the channel to facilitate the fixing of the connecting box.

[0044] In the optional technical solution of the above-mentioned garment care machine, a cover plate that can open and close the opening is provided on the opening of the channel.

[0045] When the above technical solution is adopted, after the connection box is removed from the cabinet, the cover can close the opening to prevent the temperature inside the cabinet from escaping.

[0046] In the optional technical solution of the above-mentioned garment care machine, the cover plate is rotatably disposed on the channel and connected to the channel by a torsion spring.

[0047] When the above technical solution is adopted, the cover plate is connected to the channel via a torsion spring, thereby enabling it to close automatically.

[0048] In the optional technical solutions of the above-mentioned garment care machine, a top cover is also provided on the top of the cabinet to cover the top of the cabinet.

[0049] When the above technical solution is adopted, the top cover covers the top of the cabinet to prevent dust from falling onto the top components.

[0050] In the optional technical solutions of the above-mentioned garment care machine, a clothes hanging rod is provided inside the cabinet.

[0051] With the above technical solution, a clothes rack is installed inside the cabinet, and clothes are hung on the clothes rack. The ironing module simulates manual vertical ironing to remove wrinkles from the clothes.

[0052] Solution 1: A wrinkle removal structure, characterized in that the wrinkle removal structure includes a telescopic component and an ironing module, the telescopic component is configured to extend and retract vertically, the telescopic component and the ironing module are connected to drive the ironing module to move vertically to iron and remove wrinkles from clothing.

[0053] Option 2: According to the wrinkle removal structure described in Option 1, the telescopic component includes a rotating member and a telescopic linkage assembly. The telescopic linkage assembly includes a first link and a second link hinged at their intersection. The first link and the second link are respectively connected to the ironing module. The first end of the first link and the first end of the second link are respectively threadedly connected to the rotating member. When the rotating member rotates, the first end of the first link and the first end of the second link reciprocate along the threads towards or away from each other to achieve vertical telescopic extension and retraction of the linkage assembly.

[0054] Option 3: The wrinkle removal structure according to Option 2 is characterized in that the wrinkle removal structure further includes a driving device and a transmission component, wherein the driving device is connected to the rotating component through the transmission component to drive the rotating component to rotate.

[0055] Option 4: The wrinkle removal structure according to Option 3 is characterized in that the transmission component includes a worm gear, the rotating component includes a worm meshing with the worm gear, the worm gear and the driving device are connected in transmission, the first end of the first connecting rod and the worm are connected by a first thread, the first end of the second connecting rod and the worm are connected by a second thread, wherein the first thread and the second thread are in opposite directions.

[0056] Option 5: The wrinkle-removing structure according to Option 3 is characterized in that the transmission component includes a driving gear, the driving gear and the driving device are connected in transmission; the rotating component includes a screw and a driven gear, the screw and the driven gear are axially connected; the first end of the first connecting rod and the screw are connected by a first thread, the first end of the second connecting rod and the screw are connected by a second thread, wherein the first thread and the second thread are in opposite directions.

[0057] Option 6: The wrinkle-removing structure according to any one of Options 2-5, characterized in that the second end of the first connecting rod and the second end of the second connecting rod are slidably connected to the ironing module respectively; or, the intersection of the first connecting rod and the second connecting rod is hinged to the ironing module.

[0058] Option 7: The wrinkle removal structure according to any one of Options 2-5 is characterized in that the first link and the second link hinged at the intersection are defined as scissor link groups, and the ends of the plurality of scissor link groups are hinged sequentially.

[0059] Option 8: The wrinkle removal structure according to Option 3 is characterized in that the wrinkle removal structure further includes a connecting box, the rotating member is rotatably disposed in the connecting box, and the connecting box is provided with a hole structure so that the transmission member passes through the hole structure and is connected to the rotating member for transmission.

[0060] Solution 9: The wrinkle removal structure according to Solution 8 is characterized in that a first slide is provided on the connecting box, and the first end of the first connecting rod and the first end of the second connecting rod slide along the first slide.

[0061] Solution 10: According to the wrinkle removal structure described in Solution 8, the connecting box is provided with a sliding groove, and the cabinet of the garment care machine is provided with a guide rail that cooperates with the sliding groove, and the connecting box slides along the guide rail.

[0062] Solution 11: According to the wrinkle removal structure described in Solution 6, the ironing module is provided with a second slide, and the second end of the first connecting rod and the second end of the second connecting rod slide along the second slide.

[0063] Solution 12: The wrinkle removal structure according to Solution 4 is characterized in that a first connecting seat is hinged to the first end of the first connecting rod, a second connecting seat is hinged to the first end of the second connecting rod, the first connecting seat and the worm gear are connected by a first thread, and the second connecting seat and the worm gear are connected by a second thread.

[0064] Option 13: The wrinkle-removing structure according to Option 4 is characterized in that the worm is provided with meshing teeth in the middle, and the left and right sides of the meshing teeth are respectively provided with a first thread and a second thread.

[0065] Solution 14: A garment care machine, characterized in that the garment care machine includes a cabinet and a wrinkle removal structure, the wrinkle removal structure includes a telescopic component and an ironing module, the telescopic component is configured to extend and retract vertically, the telescopic component and the ironing module are connected to drive the ironing module to move vertically to iron and remove wrinkles from the garment;

[0066] The top of the cabinet is provided with an installation port for the telescopic component to enter and exit. One end of the telescopic component can be sent from inside the cabinet to the top of the cabinet through the installation port and is detachably installed on the top of the cabinet.

[0067] Solution 15: The garment care machine according to Solution 14, characterized in that the telescopic assembly includes a rotating component and a telescopic linkage assembly, the telescopic linkage assembly includes a first link and a second link hinged at their intersection, the first link and the second link are respectively connected to the ironing module, the first end of the first link and the first end of the second link are respectively threadedly connected to the rotating component, and when the rotating component rotates, the first end of the first link and the first end of the second link reciprocate along the thread towards or away from each other, so as to realize the vertical telescopic extension and retraction of the linkage assembly;

[0068] The wrinkle-removing structure also includes a driving device and a transmission component; the driving device and the transmission component are located at the top of the cabinet. When wrinkle removal is required, the rotating component is pushed from inside the cabinet to the top of the cabinet through the mounting port. The driving device is connected to the transmission component and the rotating component to drive the rotating component to rotate.

[0069] Solution 16: The garment care machine according to Solution 15 is characterized in that the wrinkle removal structure further includes a driving device, a transmission component and a connecting box, the driving device is connected to the rotating component through the transmission component to drive the rotating component to rotate, the rotating component is rotatably disposed in the connecting box, and the connecting box is provided with a hole structure so that the transmission component can pass through the hole structure and be connected to the rotating component for transmission.

[0070] The mounting port is provided with a channel with one end open, the channel extends from inside the cabinet to the top of the cabinet, the connecting box is provided with a sliding groove, and the channel is provided with a guide rail that cooperates with the sliding groove. The connecting box slides along the guide rail from inside the cabinet to the top of the channel.

[0071] Solution 17: The garment care machine according to Solution 16 is characterized in that a contact switch is provided on the connecting box, and a contact point that cooperates with the contact switch is provided in the channel. After the connecting box is pushed into the top of the channel, the contact switch and the contact point make contact, and the ironing module is powered on.

[0072] Solution 18: The garment care machine according to Solution 16 is characterized in that an electric push rod is provided in the channel. After the connecting box slides to the top of the channel, the guide rail disengages from the slide groove. The electric push rod pushes the connecting box to move in the horizontal direction so that the slide on the connecting box and the guide rail are misaligned. The guide rail is supported at the bottom of the connecting box so as to limit the connecting box in the vertical and horizontal directions.

[0073] Solution 19: The garment care machine according to Solution 16 is characterized in that a cover plate that can open and close the opening is provided on the opening of the channel.

[0074] Solution 20: The garment care machine according to Solution 19, characterized in that the cover plate is rotatably disposed on the channel and connected to the channel by a torsion spring.

[0075] Solution 21: The garment care machine according to Solution 14 is characterized in that a top cover is further provided on the top of the cabinet to cover the top of the cabinet.

[0076] Option 22: The garment care machine according to Option 14 is characterized in that a clothes hanging rod is provided inside the cabinet.

[0077] Those skilled in the art will understand that the wrinkle-removing structure of the present invention includes a telescopic component and an ironing module. The telescopic component is configured to extend and retract vertically, and the telescopic component and the ironing module are connected to drive the ironing module to move vertically to iron and remove wrinkles from clothing.

[0078] When employing the above technical solution, the wrinkle-removing structure of the present invention is connected to the ironing module via a telescopic component. As the telescopic component extends and retracts, it drives the ironing module to simulate manual ironing of clothing in a vertical direction, resulting in a significant wrinkle-removing effect, especially on clothing with numerous and heavy creases. Furthermore, the wrinkle-removing structure of this application can be configured as a separate module, allowing for convenient use according to user needs, thereby saving space within the cabinet. Attached Figure Description

[0079] The preferred embodiments of the present invention are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0080] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the garment care cabinet of the present invention;

[0081] Figure 2 This is an assembly structure diagram of the wrinkle removal structure of the present invention;

[0082] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the wrinkle-removing structure of the present invention;

[0083] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the telescopic component of the present invention in a stretched state;

[0084] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the telescopic component of the present invention in the retracted state;

[0085] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of another embodiment of the telescopic component of the present invention;

[0086] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the installation method of the wrinkle removal structure of the present invention;

[0087] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the top of the cabinet of the present invention;

[0088] Figure 9 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the passageway on the cabinet of the present invention;

[0089] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the connector box being pushed into the channel according to the present invention;

[0090] Figure 11 yes Figure 10 Enlarged view of point I in the middle;

[0091] Figure 12 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the connecting box of the present invention at the top of the channel;

[0092] Figure 13 yes Figure 12 Enlarged schematic diagram at point II;

[0093] Figure 14 yes Figure 12 Enlarged schematic diagram of point III in the middle.

[0094] List of reference numerals in the attached diagram:

[0095] 1. Wrinkle-removing structure;

[0096] 11. Telescopic assembly; 111. Drive unit; 112. Worm gear; 113. Worm; 114. Telescopic linkage assembly; 1141. First link; 1142. Second link; 1143. First connecting seat; 1144. Second connecting seat; 1145. Slider; 115. Connecting box; 1151. First slide rail; 1152. Slide groove; 1153. Contact switch;

[0097] 12. Ironing module; 121. Second slide rail;

[0098] 2. Cabinet; 21. Aisle; 22. Guide rail; 23. Cover plate; 24. Electric push rod;

[0099] 3. Clothes rack; Detailed Implementation

[0100] Preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Those skilled in the art should understand that these embodiments are merely illustrative of the technical principles of the invention and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the invention. Those skilled in the art can make adjustments as needed to adapt to specific applications. For example, although this application is described in conjunction with a garment care machine, this is not limiting; the wrinkle-removing structure of the present invention can be applied to other garment processing equipment, such as dryers, washing machines, or washer-dryer combos, and can also be applied to other equipment requiring wrinkle removal besides garment processing equipment.

[0101] It should be noted that in the description of this invention, the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," which indicate directional or positional relationships, are based on the directional or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are used merely for ease of description and do not indicate or imply that the device or element must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this invention. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0102] Furthermore, it should be noted that, in the description of this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation" and "connection" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0103] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 To address the issue of poor wrinkle removal performance in existing garment care machines, the wrinkle removal structure 1 of this invention includes a telescopic component 11 and an ironing module 12. The telescopic component 11 and the ironing module 12 are connected. The telescopic component 11 is configured to extend and retract vertically to drive the ironing module 12 to move vertically and iron the garments. Here, "vertical" refers to the height of the garments hanging inside the garment care cabinet.

[0104] The advantages of the above-described configuration are as follows: The wrinkle-removing structure 1 of the present invention is connected to the ironing module 12 via a telescopic component 11. When the telescopic component 11 extends and retracts, it drives the ironing module 12 to simulate manual ironing of clothing in a vertical direction, which is particularly effective for removing wrinkles from clothing with many and heavy creases. Furthermore, the wrinkle-removing structure of this application can be configured as a separate module, which can be readily accessed and used according to the user's needs, thereby saving space within the cabinet 2.

[0105] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 In one possible implementation, the wrinkle-removing structure 1 includes a telescopic component 11, a drive component, and an ironing module 12. The telescopic component 11 includes a rotating member and a telescopic linkage assembly 114. The drive component includes a drive device 111 and a worm gear 112. Optionally, the drive device 111 is a stepper motor, and the output shaft of the stepper motor is connected to the worm gear 112 to drive the worm gear 112 to rotate. The rotating member includes a worm 113 that can cooperate with the worm gear 112. The worm gear 113 has meshing teeth in its middle section, and the worm gear 112 and the worm gear 113 mesh and drive each other. The motor drives the worm gear 112 to rotate, and the worm gear 112 drives the worm gear 113 to rotate.

[0106] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 3The telescopic linkage assembly 114 includes a first link 1141 and a second link 1142 hinged at their intersection, each having a first end and a second end. The first link 1141 and the second link 1142 hinged at their intersection are defined as a scissor link group. Optionally, the telescopic linkage assembly 114 includes six scissor link groups hinged sequentially from top to bottom. The telescopic assembly 11 also includes a connecting box 115, in which a worm gear 113 is rotatably disposed. First slide rails 1151 are provided on both the front and rear sides of the connecting box 115. A hole structure is provided on the top of the connecting box 115 for the worm wheel 112 to pass through the hole structure and mesh with the worm gear 113.

[0107] The telescopic linkage assembly 114 includes a first scissor link group at the top and a sixth scissor link group at the bottom. The first end of the first link 1141 of the first scissor link group is hinged to a first connecting seat 1143, and the first end of the second link 1142 at the top is hinged to a second connecting seat 1144. The meshing teeth of the worm gear 113 are respectively provided with left-hand threads and right-hand threads on their left and right sides. The first connecting seat 1143 and the left side of the worm gear 113 are connected by a left-hand thread, and the second connecting seat 1144 and the right side of the worm gear 113 are connected by a right-hand thread. Slider blocks 1145 are respectively provided on the front and rear sides of the first connecting seat 1143 and the second connecting seat 1144. The sliders 1145 are located within a first slide rail 1151 and can slide along the first slide rail 1151.

[0108] The ironing module 12 is provided with a second slide rail 121. The second end of the first link 1141 and the second end of the second link 1142 of the bottom sixth scissor link group are respectively provided with sliders 1145. The sliders 1145 are slidably disposed in the second slide rail 121 and can slide along the second slide rail 121.

[0109] However, it should be noted that the number of scissor link groups in the telescopic linkage assembly 114 can be one, two, three, four, five, etc. Those skilled in the art can set the number of scissor link groups as needed. This invention does not impose any restrictions on the number of scissor link groups, and all such groups fall within the protection scope of this invention. Similarly, this invention does not impose any restrictions on the linkage structure of the telescopic linkage assembly 114, as long as it enables telescopic movement. Those skilled in the art can set the linkage structure as needed, and all such settings fall within the protection scope of this invention.

[0110] Reference Figure 6In another alternative embodiment, the intersection of the first link 1141 and the second link 1142 of the sixth scissor link assembly is hinged to the ironing module 12, thus eliminating the need for a slide rail on the ironing module 12. Those skilled in the art can configure the connection method between the link and the ironing module 12 as needed, as long as the link assembly can extend and retract smoothly, and all such configurations fall within the scope of this invention.

[0111] The wrinkle removal module's wrinkle removal method is described in detail below:

[0112] When a user needs to remove wrinkles from clothing, the wrinkle-removing structure 1 can be installed on the garment care machine. After the motor is turned on, it drives the worm gear 112 to rotate, which in turn drives the worm 113 to rotate. (Refer to...) Figure 4 When the motor rotates in the first direction, the worm gear 113 rotates, causing the first connecting seat 1143 and the second connecting seat 1144 to move towards each other along the thread on the worm gear 113. This stretches the telescopic linkage assembly 114, causing the ironing module 12 to move downwards. (Refer to...) Figure 5 When the motor rotates in a second direction opposite to the first direction, the worm gear 113 rotates, causing the first connecting seat 1143 and the second connecting seat 1144 to move in opposite directions along the threads on the worm gear 113. The telescopic linkage assembly 114 retracts, causing the ironing module 12 to move upward. This cycle repeats, and the ironing module 12 moves up and down and translates with the extension and retraction of the telescopic linkage assembly 114 to iron and remove wrinkles from the clothes.

[0113] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 7 and Figure 8 The present invention also provides a garment care machine, comprising a cabinet 2. A mounting opening communicating with the top of the cabinet 2 is provided on the top plate of the cabinet 2, and the mounting opening is located near the left side wall of the cabinet 2. A channel 21 is provided on the mounting opening, communicating with the mounting opening, and extending from inside the cabinet to the top of the cabinet 2. (See reference...) Figures 9 to 11 The passage 21 has an opening on one side inside the cabinet and is closed on the top side with a panel. There are two covers 23 on both sides of the opening of the passage 21, which can be rotatably opened and closed. The two covers 23 are rotatably mounted on the side panels of the passage 21 and are connected to the side panels of the passage by torsion springs, so that the covers 23 automatically close after being opened.

[0114] Reference Figure 3 , Figures 9 to 11 Furthermore, a guide rail 22 is provided on the inner wall of the channel 21, and a sliding groove 1152 that mates with the guide rail 22 is provided on the outer wall of the connecting box 115, so that the connecting box 115 can slide along the guide rail 22. (See reference...) Figures 12 to 14An electric push rod 24 is also installed inside the channel 21. When the connecting box 115 is pushed to the top of the channel 21, the guide rail 22 disengages from the slide groove 1152, and the electric push rod 24 pushes the connecting box 115 a certain distance to the left in the horizontal direction, so that the slide groove 1152 on the connecting box 115 and the guide rail 22 are misaligned. The guide rail 22 supports the bottom of the connecting box 115, and the connecting box 115 is restricted vertically between the guide rail 22 and the top of the channel 21. At the same time, the connecting box 115 is restricted horizontally between the left side wall of the channel 21 and the electric push rod 24, so that the connecting box 115 is also limited in the horizontal direction.

[0115] Reference Figure 10 and Figure 12 The motor is always fixedly mounted on the top plate of the cabinet 2. The worm gear 112 is located in the part of the channel 21 located at the top of the cabinet. The channel 21 is provided with a through hole, and the output shaft of the motor enters the channel 21 through the through hole and connects with the worm gear 112.

[0116] Reference Figure 1 A clothes rack 3 is also installed at the top inside the cabinet 2. The clothes rack 3 is close to the wrinkle removal structure 1, so as to deeply remove wrinkles from the hanging clothes.

[0117] Reference Figure 7 and Figure 11 When wrinkle removal is needed, the user holds the connecting box 115 and pushes it from inside the cabinet 2 along the guide rail 22 to the top of the passage 21. (Refer to...) Figure 3 The connecting box 115 is equipped with a contact switch 1153, and the top of the channel 21 is equipped with a contact point that cooperates with the contact switch 1153. When the connecting box 115 reaches the top of the channel 21 and moves into place, the contact switch 1153 and the contact point make contact, so that the ironing module 12 is energized, and at the same time, the worm gear 112 and the worm 113 can mesh and drive.

[0118] A top cover is also provided on the top of the top plate of cabinet 2. The top cover is placed on the top plate of cabinet 2 to cover the motor and channel 21 on the top plate and prevent dust from entering.

[0119] It should be noted that the detachable connection method between the connecting box 115 and the cabinet 2 can also be set by those skilled in the art as needed. For example, the connecting box 115 and the cabinet 2 can also be connected by a slot and a buckle, etc., as long as the connecting box 115 can be fixed on the top of the cabinet 2, and all of them fall within the protection scope of this invention.

[0120] It should also be noted that the present invention does not impose any restrictions on the specific structure of the ironing module 12. It can be steam ironing or heated ironing. Those skilled in the art can set the specific structure of the ironing module 12 according to actual needs, and all of them fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0121] As described in the first paragraph of this section, the above embodiments are merely used to illustrate the principles of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention. Without departing from the principles of the present invention, those skilled in the art can adjust the above structure so that the present invention can be applied to more specific application scenarios.

[0122] For example, in an alternative embodiment, the rotating component can be any structure other than the worm gear 113. For instance, the rotating component may also include a driven gear and a screw, with the screw passing through the center of the driven gear and fixedly connected to it. Specifically, the drive assembly includes a drive device 111 and a driving gear. The drive device 111 and the driving gear are connected in a transmission manner. When the drive device 111 drives the driving gear to rotate, the driving gear and the driven gear mesh and rotate, while the screw rotates with the driven gear. The first connecting seat 1143 and the screw are connected by a left-hand thread, and the second connecting seat 1144 and the screw are connected by a right-hand thread. Those skilled in the art can customize the structure of the rotating component and the transmission component as needed, and all such modifications fall within the scope of protection of this invention.

[0123] The technical solution of the present invention has been described above with reference to the preferred embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. However, it will be readily understood by those skilled in the art that the scope of protection of the present invention is obviously not limited to these specific embodiments. Without departing from the principles of the present invention, those skilled in the art can make equivalent changes or substitutions to the relevant technical features, and the technical solutions after such changes or substitutions will all fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A wrinkle-removing structure, characterized in that, The wrinkle-removing structure includes a telescopic component and an ironing module. The telescopic component is configured to extend and retract vertically. The telescopic component is connected to the ironing module to drive the ironing module to move vertically to iron and remove wrinkles from clothing.

2. The wrinkle-removing structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The telescopic assembly includes a rotating component and a telescopic linkage assembly. The telescopic linkage assembly includes a first link and a second link hinged at their intersection. The first link and the second link are respectively connected to the ironing module. The first end of the first link and the first end of the second link are respectively threadedly connected to the rotating component. When the rotating component rotates, the first end of the first link and the first end of the second link reciprocate along the threads towards or away from each other to realize the vertical extension and retraction of the linkage assembly.

3. The wrinkle-removing structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The wrinkle-removing structure also includes a driving device and a transmission component. The driving device is connected to the rotating component through the transmission component to drive the rotating component to rotate.

4. The wrinkle-removing structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The transmission component includes a worm gear, the rotating component includes a worm that meshes with the worm gear, the worm gear is connected to the driving device, the first end of the first connecting rod is connected to the worm by a first thread, and the first end of the second connecting rod is connected to the worm by a second thread, wherein the first thread and the second thread are in opposite directions.

5. The wrinkle-removing structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The transmission component includes a driving gear, which is connected to the driving device. The rotating component includes a screw and a driven gear, which are axially connected. The first end of the first connecting rod is connected to the screw via a first thread, and the first end of the second connecting rod is connected to the screw via a second thread, wherein the first thread and the second thread are in opposite directions.

6. The wrinkle-removing structure according to any one of claims 2 to 5, characterized in that, The second ends of the first connecting rod and the second connecting rod are slidably connected to the ironing module, respectively; or, the intersection of the first connecting rod and the second connecting rod is hinged to the ironing module.

7. The wrinkle-removing structure according to any one of claims 2 to 5, characterized in that, The first and second links hinged at the intersection are defined as scissor link groups, and the ends of multiple scissor link groups are hinged sequentially.

8. The wrinkle-removing structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The wrinkle-removing structure also includes a connecting box, and the rotating member is rotatably disposed in the connecting box. The connecting box is provided with a hole structure so that the transmission member passes through the hole structure and is connected to the rotating member for transmission.

9. The wrinkle-removing structure according to claim 8, characterized in that, The connecting box is provided with a first slide rail, and the first end of the first connecting rod and the first end of the second connecting rod slide along the first slide rail.

10. The wrinkle-removing structure according to claim 8, characterized in that, The connecting box is provided with a sliding groove, and the cabinet of the garment care machine is provided with a guide rail that cooperates with the sliding groove, and the connecting box slides along the guide rail.

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