Clothes processing equipment

Abstract

The invention discloses a clothes treating apparatus, comprising: a washing tub; the anti-winding device is arranged in the washing barrel; the anti-winding device is provided with a plurality of partition plate sets arranged up and down and a driving structure used for driving the partition plate sets to move up and down. The partition plate set is composed of a plurality of partition plates which are connected and extend outwards in the radial direction, and the space in the washing barrel is divided into a plurality of separated spaces in the circumferential direction through the partition plate set. The height of the anti-winding device can be adjusted according to needs by arranging the multiple partition plate sets up and down, the gravity center can be lowered, and stability is improved; and the clapboard group is formed by directly connecting a plurality of clapboards, so that the structure is simple, and the occupied space in the washing barrel is small. The space in the washing barrel is divided into a plurality of separated spaces in the circumferential direction through the partition plate sets, clothes can be placed in the different separated spaces to be washed, the clothes cannot rotate in the washing barrel along with water flow, and winding of the clothes is reduced. Different washing assisting structures for increasing friction between the clothes and the clothes can be arranged in different washing spaces, the clothes can be put into different washing spaces according to different clothes materials and different clothes smudginess degrees, the washing cleanliness is guaranteed, and excessive abrasion to the clothes is avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of washing equipment technology, and specifically relates to a clothing processing device. Background Technology

[0002] Top-loading washing machines use an inner drum to rotate the clothes during washing or drying. While current washing machines generally meet these requirements, their shortcomings are becoming increasingly apparent as user demands rise. For example, when washing clothes, users often place a large quantity of garments of different materials into the drum simultaneously. The drum's rotation causes all the clothes to rotate at the same time, leading to the following problems: 1) Clothes can easily become tangled, and softer fabrics may even be torn during this process; 2) Due to varying degrees of soiling and washability, washing all clothes together may result in some items not being properly cleaned; 3) Softer fabrics may be damaged by the dehydration holes or lifting ribs on the drum's inner wall. Drying clothes can also be problematic. Considering hygiene issues when drying underwear and outerwear simultaneously, clothes must be dried separately in multiple stages, resulting in waste.

[0003] Patent CN201410514146.8 discloses a tapping-type non-tangling washing machine. This washing machine has a vertically mounted washing tub with a coaxial cylinder fixed inside. Several perforated partitions are vertically installed between the cylinder and the tub wall along the tub's diameter, dividing the tub into several washing zones. The above patent has the following problems: 1) The cylinder is required to fix the partitions, increasing the installation steps; 2) The cylinder occupies space inside the tub, reducing the washing space.

[0004] The information disclosed in this background section is only intended to enhance the understanding of the background technology of this application, and therefore may include prior art that is not known to those skilled in the art. Summary of the Invention

[0005] To address the aforementioned problems in the prior art, this invention proposes a garment processing device. By setting up multiple partition groups, the height of the anti-tangling device can be adjusted as needed, which helps to lower the center of gravity and increase stability. Furthermore, the partition groups are composed of multiple partitions directly connected together, which helps to simplify the structure and occupy less space inside the washing tub.

[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, the present invention employs the following technical solution: A garment processing device, comprising: Washing tub; An anti-tangling device is installed inside the washing tub; The anti-winding device has multiple partition groups arranged vertically and vertically, and a driving structure for driving the partition groups to move vertically. The partition assembly consists of multiple partitions that are connected and extend radially outward, dividing the space inside the washing tub into multiple partitioned spaces in the circumferential direction.

[0007] In some embodiments of this application, multiple through holes are provided on the partition to allow the flow of washing water between adjacent partition spaces.

[0008] In some embodiments of this application, the anti-winding device further includes a plurality of mounting seats arranged circumferentially, with slots arranged vertically on the mounting seats, and the outer diameter end of the partition plate located within the slots.

[0009] In some embodiments of this application, the drive structure has multiple drive rods that are linked together and extend into the slot; a transmission component is provided between the drive rod and at least one partition located in the same slot to realize the lifting and lowering of the partition group.

[0010] In some embodiments of this application, a support block for supporting the drive rod is provided at the upper end of the slot, and the support block is fixed at the slot.

[0011] In some embodiments of this application, the drive structure further includes a drive motor and a belt or chain for driving multiple drive rods to rotate synchronously.

[0012] In some embodiments of this application, a transmission component is provided between the drive rod and the partition of the uppermost partition group, and a limiting pull structure is provided between two adjacent partition groups. The lifting and lowering of the uppermost partition group can drive the sequential lifting and lowering of multiple partition groups.

[0013] In some embodiments of this application, the drive rod is a lead screw, and the transmission component is a nut pair that matches the lead screw; the limiting pull structure has a limiting post disposed on one of the partition groups and a limiting groove extending vertically and vertically on another partition group and matching the limiting post, wherein the limiting post is located within the limiting groove and can move vertically relative to the other.

[0014] In some embodiments of this application, another partition of the partition group is provided with a locking part for locking the limiting post.

[0015] In some embodiments of this application, a locking part for locking the limiting post is provided in the slot.

[0016] In some embodiments of this application, a transmission component is provided between the drive rod and the plurality of partition groups, and the drive rod is provided with a drive section that matches the transmission component corresponding to the plurality of partition groups respectively; the drive rod rotates to realize the sequential rise or fall of the plurality of partition groups.

[0017] In some embodiments of this application, the drive rod has multiple drive segments arranged vertically, the drive rod is a lead screw with radial dimensions increasing segment by segment, the diameter of the upper drive segment is larger than the diameter of the lower drive segment, and the transmission component is a nut pair that matches the drive segment respectively.

[0018] In some embodiments of this application, a guide rod is provided in the mounting base between two adjacent drive rods, and a guide hole matching the guide rod is provided on the partition plate corresponding to the guide rod, and the guide hole is sleeved on the guide rod.

[0019] In some embodiments of this application, a receiving groove is provided on the partition group for accommodating the upper partition group arranged adjacent to it.

[0020] In some embodiments of this application, the slot has an opening facing the axis, and the mounting base has an outer side that matches the inner wall of the washing tub and two arc-shaped connecting sides that respectively connect the two sides of the slot and the two sides of the outer side.

[0021] Compared with existing technologies, the advantages and positive effects of this invention are as follows: By setting multiple partition groups vertically, the height of the anti-tangling device can be adjusted as needed, which helps to lower the center of gravity and increase stability; furthermore, the partition groups are composed of multiple partitions directly connected, which contributes to a simple structure and occupies less space inside the washing tub. The partition groups divide the space inside the washing tub into multiple partitioned spaces in the circumferential direction, allowing clothes to be placed in different partitioned spaces for washing, preventing the clothes from rotating with the water flow inside the washing tub and reducing tangling between clothes; and different washing aid structures that increase friction between the clothes and the washing tub can be set in different washing spaces, allowing clothes to be placed in different washing spaces according to different materials and degrees of soiling, ensuring the cleanliness of the wash and avoiding excessive wear and tear on the clothes.

[0022] Other features and advantages of the present invention will become clearer after reading the detailed embodiments of the invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0023] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of a garment processing device proposed in this invention; Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged structural diagram of region A in the middle; Figure 3 for Figure 1 A magnified structural diagram of region B in the middle; Figure 4 for Figure 1 A cross-sectional structural diagram; Figure 5 for Figure 4 A magnified structural diagram of region C in the middle; Figure 6 for Figure 1 A structural diagram from another angle; Figure 7 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the washing tub after the walls have been removed; Figure 8 for Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the upper partition assembly after it has been lowered; Figure 9 for Figure 8 A magnified structural diagram of region D in the middle; Among them, 100 are garment processing equipment; Washing tub 10; Anti-winding device 20; partition group 21; partition 211; receiving groove 212; transmission component 213; drive structure 22; drive rod 221; drive motor 222; mounting base 23; slot 231; outer side 232; connecting side 233; support block 234; guide rod 24. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0026] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "left," and "right," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, with the direction closer to the axis of the washing tub being "inner," and the opposite being "outer." These terms are used only for the convenience of describing the invention and for simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of the 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; features defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this invention, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0027] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0028] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0029] The following disclosure provides many different embodiments or examples for implementing various structures of the invention. To simplify the disclosure, specific examples of components and arrangements are described below. These are merely examples and are not intended to limit the invention. Furthermore, reference numerals and / or letters may be repeated in different examples; such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various embodiments and / or arrangements discussed. In addition, examples of various specific processes and materials are provided, but those skilled in the art will recognize the application of other processes and / or the use of other materials.

[0030] See Figures 1-9This is an embodiment of a garment processing device proposed in this invention. The garment processing device 100 includes a washing tub 10 and an anti-tangling device 20, the anti-tangling device 20 being disposed inside the washing tub 10. The anti-tangling device 20 has multiple vertically arranged partition groups 21 and a driving structure 22 for driving the partition groups 21 to move vertically. The partition groups 21 are composed of multiple connected partitions 211, and the partitions 211 extend radially outward, dividing the space inside the washing tub 10 into multiple partitioned spaces in the circumferential direction.

[0031] By setting multiple partition groups 21 vertically, the height of the anti-tangling device 20 can be adjusted as needed, which helps to lower the center of gravity and increase stability. Furthermore, the partition group 21 is composed of multiple directly connected partitions 211, resulting in a simple structure and minimizing the space occupied within the washing tub. The partition group 21 divides the space within the washing tub 10 into multiple partitioned spaces circumferentially, allowing clothes to be placed in different partitioned spaces for washing. This prevents clothes from rotating with the water flow within the washing tub 10, reducing tangling. Different washing aids that increase friction between the clothes and the tub can be installed in different washing spaces, allowing clothes to be placed in different washing spaces according to their material and degree of soiling, ensuring cleanliness and preventing excessive wear and tear on the clothes.

[0032] In some embodiments of this application, multiple through holes are provided on the partition 211 to allow the flow of washing water between adjacent partition spaces. When the washing tub 10 rotates, the relatively rotating water flow formed inside the washing tub 10 can travel through the multiple partition spaces.

[0033] In some embodiments of this application, to achieve the desired effect for the partition group 21, the anti-winding device 20 further includes a plurality of mounting seats 23 spaced circumferentially. Each mounting seat 23 has a vertically spaced slot 231. The outer diameter end of the partition 211 is located within the slot 231. The slot 231 serves to limit the vertical movement of the partition 211 and also ensures the stability of the partition 211 after installation. The plurality of partitions 211 in a partition group 21 are connected at their inner diameter ends. The number of partitions 211 in a partition group 21 corresponds to the number of mounting seats 23. A slot 231 contains a plurality of partitions 211 from the plurality of vertically spaced partition groups 21.

[0034] In some embodiments of this application, the drive structure 22 has multiple drive rods 221 linked together. The drive rods 221 extend into the slot 231 and are used to drive the partitions 211 located within the slot 231. By extending the drive rods 221 into the slot 231, the partition assembly 21 can move up and down by driving the partitions 211 in the vertical direction. Furthermore, the drive rods 221 can be shielded to prevent contact between clothing and the drive rods 221, preventing the clothing from being pulled forcefully and damaged. By connecting the multiple drive rods 221, synchronous action is achieved, simultaneously driving the multiple partitions 211 of the partition assembly 21 to move up and down, ensuring smooth vertical movement of the partition assembly 21. Preferably, the multiple drive rods 221 are evenly distributed in the circumferential direction to ensure uniform force distribution on the partition assembly 21 and avoid eccentricity.

[0035] In some embodiments of this application, the drive rod 221 drives the partition 211 to move up and down. Therefore, multiple drive rods 211 are required, and multiple partitions 211 on a partition group 21 are driven simultaneously to achieve the overall movement of the partition group 21. The number of drive rods 221 can be determined based on the number of partitions 211 on the partition group 21 and the size of the partitions 211. To achieve the linkage of multiple drive rods 221, belts or chains can be installed between the multiple drive rods 221 to achieve synchronous rotation of the multiple drive rods 221. The drive structure 22 also has a drive motor 222, which is located below the washing tub 10. The lower part of the drive rod 221 extends downward from the washing tub 10, and the belt or chain is located below the washing tub 10 to achieve the linkage of multiple drive rods 221. A support block 234 for supporting the drive rod is provided at the upper end of the slot 231, and the support block 234 is fixed at the slot 231.

[0036] In some embodiments of this application, a transmission member 213 for raising and lowering the partition assembly 21 is provided between the drive rod 221 and at least one partition 211 located in the same slot 231. The drive rod 221 can be a lead screw, and the transmission member 213 is a nut assembly matched with the lead screw. The transmission member 213 is sleeved on the drive rod 221 and fixed to the partition 211. By rotating the drive rod 221, the transmission member 213 can move up and down on the drive rod 221, thereby driving the partition 211 to move up and down.

[0037] In some embodiments of this application, when the number of drive rods 211 is inconsistent with the number of mounting seats 23, some slots 231 are empty of drive rods 211, or mounting seats 23 are present between two adjacent drive rods 221. A guide rod 24 is provided in the slot 231 between two adjacent drive rods 221, and the guide rod 24 serves to guide the partition 211 as it moves up and down. A guide hole matching the guide rod 24 is provided on the partition 211 corresponding to the guide rod 24, and the guide hole is fitted onto the guide rod 24; preferably, the guide rod 24 is a smooth rod.

[0038] In some embodiments of this application, in order to accommodate the partition group 21 after it is lowered, a receiving groove 212 is provided on the partition group 21 to accommodate the upper partition group 21 that is arranged adjacent to it; that is, after the upper partition group 21 is lowered, it falls into the receiving groove 212 on the lower partition group 21.

[0039] In some embodiments of this application, see Figure 9 As shown, the slot 231 has an opening facing the axis, and the mounting base 23 has an outer surface 232 that matches the inner wall of the washing tub 10, and two arc-shaped connecting surfaces 233 that connect the two sides of the slot 231 and the two sides of the outer surface 232 respectively. The outer surface 232 of the mounting base 23 fits against the inner wall of the washing tub 10, which facilitates the installation and fixation of the mounting base 23 and increases the stability after fixation. By setting the connecting surfaces 233, it is beneficial to reduce the resistance when water flows through, and avoid energy waste.

[0040] There are several ways to achieve the vertical movement of multiple partition groups 21; The first driving method for vertical movement involves a transmission component 213 between the drive rod 221 and the partition of the uppermost partition group 21. A limiting pull structure is provided between two adjacent partition groups 21. The lifting and lowering of the uppermost partition group 21 can drive the sequential lifting and lowering of multiple partition groups. The drive rod 221 only drives the uppermost partition group 21. For example, during upward movement, the drive rod 221 rotates, causing the transmission component 213 to move upward on the drive rod 221, thus raising the uppermost partition group 21. After the uppermost partition group 21 is in position, the drive rod 221 continues to rotate, the transmission component 213 continues to rise, and the uppermost partition group 21, through the limiting pull structure, drives the second partition group 21 to move upward; this process continues until the second-to-last partition group 21 is in position.

[0041] The limiting pull structure has a limiting post disposed on one partition group 21 and a limiting groove disposed on another partition group 21. The limiting groove is matched with the limiting post and extends vertically. The limiting post is located within the limiting groove and can move vertically relative to the limiting post. A locking part for locking the limiting post is also provided on the other partition group 21.

[0042] In some other embodiments of this application, a locking part for locking the limiting post may also be provided in the slot 231.

[0043] The second driving method for moving the partition group 21 up and down: A transmission component 213 is provided between the drive rod 221 and multiple partition groups 21. The drive rod 221 has a drive section that matches the transmission component 213 corresponding to each of the multiple partition groups 21. The rotation of the drive rod 221 causes the multiple partition groups 21 to rise or fall sequentially. To enable one drive rod 221 to drive multiple partitions 211 located in the same slot 231, multiple drive sections are provided, with one drive section corresponding to one transmission component 213. When the transmission component 213 is located in its corresponding drive section, the rotation of the drive rod 221 drives the transmission component 213 to move up and down; at this time, the transmission component 213 matches the drive section. If the drive section fitted to the transmission component 213 does not correspond to it, the rotational torque on the drive rod 221 cannot be transmitted to the transmission component 213.

[0044] Specifically, the drive rod 221 has multiple drive segments arranged vertically. The drive rod 221 is a lead screw with a radial dimension that increases segment by segment, and the multiple drive segments are multi-segment lead screws with different radial dimensions. The diameter of the upper drive segment is larger than the diameter of the lower drive segment, and the transmission component 213 is a nut pair that matches the drive segment.

[0045] In this embodiment, as Figure 1 As shown, the anti-winding device 20 has two partition groups 21, one above the other, and each partition group 21 has eight partitions 211, thus providing eight mounting seats 23, four drive rods 221, and four guide rods 24.

[0046] The following describes a control method for the above-mentioned garment processing equipment 100, including the following steps: During the washing process, Adjust the height of the partition group 21 in the anti-winding device 20 according to the water level in the washing tub 10, so that the height of the partition group 21 is level with the water level or slightly higher than the water level.

[0047] In the dehydration process, S10. Drain the water to remove the washing water from the washing tub 10; S20. Adjust the height of the anti-winding device 20 by moving the partition group downwards; S30. Spin dry.

[0048] In step S20, the height of the anti-tangling device 20 can be adjusted to the lowest setting; or the height of the anti-tangling device 20 can be adjusted according to the height of the clothing.

[0049] During the spin-drying operation, the height of the anti-tangling device 20 is lowered, which helps to shift the center downward, improves the stability of the washing tub 10 when it rotates at high speed, and reduces eccentric interference.

[0050] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, and are not intended to limit them. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions claimed by the present invention.

Claims

1. A laundry treating apparatus, characterized by, The utility model provides a washing machine, including: a washing tub; an anti-winding device arranged in the washing tub; the anti-winding device has a plurality of baffle groups arranged in upper and lower positions, and a driving structure for driving the baffle groups to move up and down; the baffle group has a plurality of baffle components arranged in a connected manner and extending radially outward, and the baffle group divides the space in the washing tub into a plurality of separate spaces in the circumferential direction. 2.The laundry treating apparatus of claim 1, wherein The anti-winding device further has a plurality of mounting seats arranged in the circumferential direction, and notches arranged in upper and lower positions are formed in the mounting seats, and the outer diameter ends of the baffles are located in the notches. 3.The laundry treating apparatus of claim 2, wherein The driving structure has a plurality of driving rods arranged in linkage, and the driving rods extend into the notches; and a transmission member for realizing the lifting of the baffle group is arranged between the driving rod and at least one baffle located in the same notch. 4.The laundry treating apparatus of claim 3, wherein The driving rod and the baffles of the uppermost baffle group are provided with transmission members, and a limiting pulling structure is arranged between two baffle groups arranged in upper and lower positions, and the lifting of the uppermost baffle group can drive the sequential lifting of a plurality of baffle groups. 5.The laundry treating apparatus of claim 4, wherein The driving rod is a lead screw, and the transmission member is a nut pair matched with the lead screw; the limiting pulling structure has a limiting column arranged on the baffle of one baffle group and a limiting slot arranged on the baffle of another baffle group and extending in upper and lower positions and matched with the limiting column, and the limiting column can move up and down in the limiting slot. 6.The laundry treating apparatus according to claim 5, characterized by, A locking part for realizing the locking of the limiting column is further arranged, and the locking part is arranged on the baffle of another baffle group or in the notch. 7.The laundry treating apparatus according to claim 3, wherein, Transmission members are respectively arranged between the driving rod and a plurality of baffle groups, and the driving rod is provided with driving segments matched with the transmission members corresponding to a plurality of baffle groups; the driving rod rotates to realize the sequential lifting or lowering of a plurality of baffle groups. 8.The laundry treating apparatus of claim 7, wherein, The driving rod has a plurality of driving segments arranged in upper and lower positions, and the driving rod is a lead screw with a radial dimension gradually increasing in segments, and the diameter of the driving segment located on the upper side is greater than the diameter of the driving segment located on the lower side; and the transmission member is a nut pair matched with the driving segment.

9. The laundry treating apparatus according to any one of claims 3 to 8, characterized in that, A guide rod is arranged in the mounting seat between two driving rods arranged in adjacent positions, and a guide hole matched with the guide rod is arranged on the baffle corresponding to the guide rod, and the guide hole is sleeved on the guide rod. 10.The laundry treating apparatus according to any one of claims 2 through 8, wherein, The notch has an opening facing the shaft center, the mounting seat has an outer side surface matched with the inner wall of the washing tub, and two arc-shaped connecting side surfaces connecting the two sides of the notch and the two sides of the outer side surface, respectively.

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