Household multifunctional intelligent pet washing and drying all-in-one machine and use method

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of pet washing and care, and discloses a household multifunctional intelligent pet washing and drying all-in-one machine which comprises a washing and drying all-in-one machine shell, a clean water tank is arranged at the bottom end in the washing and drying all-in-one machine shell, a sewage tank is arranged above the clean water tank, a grating plate is arranged at the top of the sewage tank, and a water outlet is formed in the bottom end of the washing and drying all-in-one machine shell. A grating plate is arranged in the washing and drying integrated machine shell, a washing bin is arranged in the washing and drying integrated machine shell and located above the grating plate, finger-imitating soft rubber washing brush devices are arranged on the two sides in the washing bin, each finger-imitating soft rubber washing brush device comprises a movable washing brush mounting plate, and soft rubber washing brushes are mounted on the surfaces of the two movable washing brush mounting plates; and a driving assembly is arranged on the other side of the movable cleaning brush mounting plate. Deep hair cleaning is achieved through the finger-imitating soft rubber cleaning brush, cleaning, rubbing and drying are integrated, the automation degree is high, operation is easy and convenient, the pet cleaning device is suitable for household use, and the pet cleaning efficiency and comfort can be effectively improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the technical field of pet washing and care, and in particular to a household multifunctional intelligent pet washing and drying machine and its usage method. Background Technology

[0002] To ensure the health of both humans and pets and maintain household hygiene, regular grooming is essential. However, existing pet grooming methods still have many drawbacks: when grooming at home by hand, the lack of professional equipment means that only simple cleaning can be done, which is not only time-consuming and laborious, but also prone to problems such as pets catching colds and getting sick, splashing water and dirtying the environment. In severe cases, pet owners may be scratched or bitten by their pets. Professional pet grooming shops mostly rely on manual operation, which is labor-intensive and inefficient. The lack of transparency in the grooming process causes pet owners to worry, and the time and money spent on round-trip transportation increases the burden on pet owners.

[0003] For example, Chinese invention patent (CN107581091B) discloses a fully automatic intelligent constant temperature pet washing and drying machine. This device includes a housing with a partition on the top. Inside the partition are a water tank, a blower, and a control device. Inside the housing are vertically moving brush rods, horizontally moving brush rods, fixed brush rods, adjustable brush rods, a blower, and a high-pressure nozzle. The vertically moving brush rods, horizontally moving brush rods, fixed brush rods, and adjustable brush rods are all rotatable and each has multiple brushes mounted on it. This fully automatic intelligent constant temperature pet washing and drying machine can automatically wash and dry pets placed inside, reducing the user's workload, avoiding the risk of pet attacks, saving time and effort, and is safe, reliable, and highly practical.

[0004] In summary, most existing home pet shampoo and dryer combos lack a soft rubber cleaning brush system, making it difficult to thoroughly clean the roots of the fur. A very small number of pet shampoo and dryer products, such as the fully automatic intelligent constant temperature pet shampoo and dryer combos listed above, use a roller brush structure, which poses a risk of pet hair getting caught in the brush and potentially causing harm. Furthermore, these products lack consideration for the pet's psychological state during the washing and grooming process, failing to provide comprehensive observation and interaction mechanisms. Pets are prone to panic in enclosed spaces, and owners cannot easily soothe them. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In view of the problems existing in the current household multi-functional intelligent pet washing and drying combo, the present invention is proposed.

[0006] Therefore, the purpose of this invention is to provide a multi-functional intelligent pet washing and drying machine for home use.

[0007] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides the following technical solution: including a washer-dryer combo housing, The washing and drying machine has a clean water tank at the bottom of its housing, a wastewater tank above the clean water tank, a grating plate at the top of the wastewater tank, a cleaning chamber inside the washing and drying machine housing and above the grating plate, and finger-like soft rubber cleaning brushes on both sides of the cleaning chamber. The imitation finger soft rubber cleaning brush device includes a movable cleaning brush mounting plate, on the surface of the two movable cleaning brush mounting plates are equipped with soft rubber cleaning brushes, and a driving component is provided on the other side of the movable cleaning brush mounting plate. The driving component drives the movable cleaning brush mounting plate and the soft rubber cleaning brush to perform planar rotary reciprocating motion inside the cleaning chamber.

[0008] In a preferred embodiment of the multi-functional intelligent pet washing and drying machine of the present invention, the driving component includes a brush motor, which is fixedly installed on the inner wall of the cleaning chamber. A worm gear is installed at the output end of the brush motor. A central gear is rotatably installed at the center of the inner wall of the cleaning chamber. Linkage gears are rotatably installed on the inner wall of the cleaning chamber at the four corners of the central gear, and all four linkage gears mesh with the central gear. Four connecting posts are evenly arranged on the surface of the movable panel. Cams are provided on the surface of the four linkage gears near the movable cleaning brush mounting plate. The four linkage gears are respectively connected to the four connecting posts through the cams.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of the household multifunctional intelligent pet washing and drying machine of the present invention, wherein: a drive gear is meshed above one of the linkage gears, the center of the drive gear is connected to the inner wall of the washing chamber through a rotating shaft, a worm gear is provided on the surface of the drive gear near the movable panel, and the worm meshes with the worm gear.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the household multi-functional intelligent pet washing and drying machine of the present invention, a blowing system is provided at the lower part of the grille, and a warm air drying system is provided at the top of the washing chamber.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the household multi-functional intelligent pet washer and dryer of the present invention, wherein: the front and rear ends of the washing and drying machine housing are provided with pet entrances and exits, the surface of the pet entrances and exits near the top is provided with a recessed groove, and the interior of the recessed groove is provided with a first viewing window.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of the household multi-functional intelligent pet washer and dryer of the present invention, wherein: the top of the washer and dryer housing is provided with a liftable top door panel, and the surface of the liftable top door panel is provided with a second viewing window.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment of the household multi-functional intelligent pet washer-dryer of the present invention, the inner wall of the recessed groove is provided with a first fresh air inlet and outlet, and the two sides of the washer-dryer housing are provided with a second fresh air inlet and outlet.

[0014] As a preferred embodiment of the household multi-functional intelligent pet washer and dryer of the present invention, the washing and drying machine housing is equipped with a safety leakage protection system, and all components inside the washing and drying machine housing except for the air heating and water heating systems are powered by DC, with the power supply voltage within the safe voltage range.

[0015] As a preferred embodiment of the household multifunctional intelligent pet washer-dryer of the present invention, the washer-dryer housing is equipped with an automatic water level controller, a water inlet control solenoid valve, and a water temperature heating controller. The automatic water level controller is installed on the clean water tank to monitor and control the clean water level. The water inlet control solenoid valve is installed in the middle of the water inlet pipe, above the clean water tank, to control the entry of clean water into the clean water tank. The water temperature heating controller is installed inside the clean water tank to heat the clean water and maintain the set water temperature. The top and bottom of the washing chamber are equipped with a spray system, and the spray system is connected to the clean water pump and the clean water tank through water pipes.

[0016] Instructions for using a multi-functional smart pet shampoo and dryer at home, including the following steps: S1. Power on and water supply the machine; S2. Add diluted shower gel solution; S3. Open the pet entrance / exit door (3) of the washing and drying machine housing (1), put the pet into the washing chamber, close the pet entrance / exit door (3), the machine will automatically check the water level in the clean water tank (8), if the water level is insufficient, the automatic water level controller will trigger the water inlet control solenoid valve to open, inject clean water into the clean water tank (8), and the water temperature heating controller will start heating and maintain the set water temperature. S4. Start the cleaning program via the control panel; S5. A high-flow DC brushless water pump draws clean water from the clean water tank (8) and wets the pet's fur using a micro-spray method. The brushing motor (15) starts and drives the active gear (17) to rotate through the worm gear (16). The active gear (17) meshes with the linkage gear (19), and the linkage gear (19) meshes with the center gear (18). The cam on the linkage gear (19) drives the connecting column (20) of the movable cleaning brush mounting plate (13), so that the movable cleaning brush mounting plate (13) and the soft rubber cleaning brush (14) make planar reciprocating motion, performing finger-massage and kneading on the pet's fur to facilitate water flow into the roots of the pet's fur for deep cleaning. The wastewater flows into the wastewater tank (9) through the grid plate (10). S6. After the spraying time is up, the DC pump for spraying shower gel will turn on to spray shower gel foam onto the pet. S7. After the shower gel time is up, the water pump and shower gel pump will be turned off. The soft rubber cleaning brush will then rub and penetrate the shower gel into the pet's fur to fully utilize its cleaning effect. S8. After the rubbing time is up, the water pump will turn on again to rinse the pet with clean water. S9. After the rinsing time is reached, the clean water pump is turned off, the blower and the air heating system are started, and the warm air drying process begins. Fresh air enters the cleaning chamber through the first fresh air inlet (6) and the second fresh air inlet (7). A large volume of warm air dries the pet's fur. During the drying process, the soft rubber cleaning brush (14) can continue to move and flip the pet's fur to improve the drying efficiency. S10. After the warm air drying time is reached, the air heating system is turned off and the cold air drying process begins. S11. After the cold air drying time is reached, the brush motor and blower are turned off, the machine stops automatically, and the entire cleaning process is completed. The operator opens the pet door and takes out the pet. S12. The operator cleans the inside of the machine and closes the pet entrance / exit door, water inlet valve, and power supply switch.

[0017] The beneficial effects of this invention are: The soft rubber cleaning brush uses a planar rotary reciprocating motion to flip up pet hair, allowing the cleaning medium to directly reach the roots of the hair. This solves the problems of traditional brushless devices that only clean the surface and roller brush devices that are prone to getting hair in and injuring pets. At the same time, the soft rubber material is gentle and conforms to the characteristics of pet skin and hair, avoiding scratches or irritation to pets, and achieving deep and damage-free cleaning. It integrates water spraying to wet fur, simulated finger washing, water rinsing, and warm air drying, eliminating the need for additional drying equipment. In particular, the single drying function is optional, which is equivalent to a professional pet drying device, meeting the core need of pets to dry quickly after cleaning and preventing pets from getting sick due to damp fur. Equipped with a water temperature heating controller and a warm air drying system, the water temperature and drying temperature can be adjusted according to different temperature conditions, ensuring safe washing and care even in winter. This completely solves the problem of pets catching a cold during washing and care in low-temperature environments, enabling uninterrupted use throughout the year. The warm air drying system, combined with the air blowing system under the grille, forms a coordinated drying airflow from top to bottom. At the same time, the soft rubber cleaning brush can continue to move and turn the hair during the drying stage to accelerate moisture evaporation. The fresh air intake channel continuously replenishes fresh air, preventing the stagnation of hot and humid air in the chamber, further shortening the drying time and improving drying efficiency. The first and second viewing windows form a three-sided viewing structure, allowing pets to observe the external environment from inside the grooming compartment, reducing the panic caused by an unfamiliar and enclosed environment. The top hinged door can be opened manually, allowing pet owners to reach out and comfort their pets or assist with the washing process, reducing stress reactions in pets. At the same time, it allows pet owners to monitor the grooming status in real time, eliminating their concerns. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort. Wherein: Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention.

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention from another perspective.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the washer-dryer combo housing of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the drive component structure of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 5 For the present invention Figure 4 Enlarged view of point A in the middle.

[0023] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the finger-like soft rubber cleaning brush device of the present invention.

[0024] In the diagram: 1. Washer-dryer combo housing; 2. Hinged top door; 3. Pet entrance / exit; 4. First viewing window; 5. Second viewing window; 6. First fresh air inlet / outlet; 7. Second fresh air inlet / outlet; 8. Clean water tank; 9. Waste water tank; 10. Grille; 11. Blowering system; 12. Warm air drying system; 13. Movable cleaning brush mounting plate; 14. Soft rubber cleaning brush; 15. Brush motor; 16. Worm gear; 17. Drive gear; 18. Center gear; 19. Linkage gear; 20. Connecting column. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0026] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the invention. However, the invention may also be practiced in other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar extensions without departing from the spirit of the invention. Therefore, the invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0027] Secondly, the term "one embodiment" or "embodiment" as used herein refers to a specific feature, structure, or characteristic that may be included in at least one implementation of the present invention. The phrase "in one embodiment" appearing in different places in this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a single or selective embodiment that is mutually exclusive with other embodiments.

[0028] Secondly, the present invention is described in detail with reference to the schematic diagrams. When detailing the embodiments of the present invention, for ease of explanation, the cross-sectional views illustrating the device structure may be partially enlarged, not according to the usual scale. Furthermore, the schematic diagrams are merely examples and should not limit the scope of protection of the present invention. In addition, actual fabrication should include three-dimensional spatial dimensions of length, width, and depth. Example 1

[0029] Reference Figure 3-6 The first embodiment of the present invention provides a household multi-functional intelligent pet washer and dryer combo, which includes a washer and dryer combo housing 1; A clean water tank 8 is provided at the bottom of the interior of the washer-dryer combo 1. A wastewater tank 9 is provided above the clean water tank 8. A grid plate 10 is provided on the top of the wastewater tank 9. A cleaning chamber is provided inside the washer-dryer combo 1 and above the grid plate 10. A finger-like soft rubber cleaning brush device is provided on both sides inside the cleaning chamber. The finger-like soft rubber cleaning brush device includes a movable cleaning brush mounting plate 13, with soft rubber cleaning brushes 14 disposed on adjacent surfaces of the two movable cleaning brush mounting plates 13, and a drive component disposed at the other end of the movable cleaning brush mounting plate 13. The drive component drives the movable cleaning brush mounting plate 13 and the soft rubber cleaning brushes 14 to perform planar rotary reciprocating motion inside the cleaning chamber.

[0030] During use, the washer-dryer housing 1 provides the foundation for installation and protection of the entire equipment. The clean water tank 8 at the bottom of the housing is used to store clean water for cleaning, and the wastewater tank 9 above the clean water tank 8 is used to collect wastewater after cleaning. The grille 10 separates the wastewater tank 9 from the cleaning chamber above and can also support the pet. The finger-like soft rubber cleaning brushes on both sides of the cleaning chamber are the core cleaning components. The movable cleaning brush mounting plate 13 provides a mounting carrier for the soft rubber cleaning brush 14. The drive component drives the movable cleaning brush mounting plate 13 to make the soft rubber cleaning brush 14 perform planar rotary reciprocating motion in the cleaning chamber. The cleaning action is achieved through the contact between the soft rubber cleaning brush 14 and the pet's hair.

[0031] In summary, the separate design of the clean water tank 8 and the wastewater tank 9 ensures the cleanliness of the cleaning water and avoids secondary pollution caused by wastewater backflow. The grating plate 10 not only achieves structural separation but also allows wastewater to flow smoothly into the wastewater tank 9. The planar rotary reciprocating motion of the finger-like soft rubber cleaning brush 14 can effectively turn over pet hair, allowing clean water and shampoo to directly reach the hair roots. This solves the problem of traditional brushless equipment cleaning surfaces and roller brush equipment easily getting hair caught and injuring pets. At the same time, the soft rubber material is gentle and suitable for the characteristics of pet skin and hair.

[0032] Furthermore, the drive assembly includes a brush motor 15, which is fixedly installed on the inner wall of the cleaning chamber. A worm gear 16 is installed at the output end of the brush motor 15. A central gear 18 is rotatably installed at the center of the inner wall of the cleaning chamber. Linkage gears 19 are rotatably installed on the inner wall of the cleaning chamber at the four corners of the central gear 18, and all four linkage gears 19 mesh with the central gear 18. Four connecting posts 20 are evenly arranged on the surface of the movable cleaning brush mounting plate 13. Cams are provided on the surface of the four linkage gears 19 near the movable cleaning brush mounting plate 13. The four linkage gears 19 are respectively connected to the four connecting posts 20 through the cams.

[0033] In use, the brush motor 15 in the drive assembly is fixed to the inner wall of the cleaning chamber. After being powered on, it outputs power to drive the worm gear 16 to rotate. The worm gear 16 transmits power through meshing with the worm wheel of the subsequent drive gear 17, which in turn drives the central gear 18 to rotate. The central gear 18 meshes with the four interlocking gears 19 at the four corners, so that the four interlocking gears 19 rotate synchronously. The four interlocking gears 19 cooperate with the four connecting posts 20 on the movable cleaning brush mounting plate 13 through the cams on the surface, which converts the rotational motion of the gears into the planar reciprocating motion of the movable cleaning brush mounting plate 13, and finally drives the soft rubber cleaning brush 14 to complete the cleaning action.

[0034] Furthermore, a drive gear 17 is meshed above one of the linkage gears 19. The center of the drive gear 17 is connected to the inner wall of the cleaning chamber via a rotating shaft. A worm gear is provided on the surface of the drive gear 17 near the movable cleaning brush mounting plate 13, and the worm 16 meshes with the worm gear.

[0035] In use, the drive gear 17 meshes with the upper part of one of the linkage gears 19, and its center is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the cleaning chamber through a rotating shaft. The worm gear and worm 16 are set near the surface of the movable cleaning brush mounting plate 13 of the drive gear 17. When the brush motor 15 drives the worm 16 to rotate, the worm 16 drives the worm gear to drive the drive gear 17 to rotate. The drive gear 17 then meshes with the corresponding linkage gear 19 to rotate. Through the meshing relationship between the linkage gear 19 and the central gear 18, the synchronous operation of all linkage gears 19 is achieved.

[0036] In summary, the meshing design of the worm gear 17 and worm 16 achieves vertical power transmission, optimizes the installation layout of the drive components within the cleaning chamber, avoids interference between the power transmission path and other components, and ensures stable power transmission from the brush motor 15 to the soft rubber cleaning brush 14, preventing movement interruptions and guaranteeing the continuity and uniformity of the cleaning process. Example 2

[0037] Reference Figure 1-6 This is the second embodiment of the present invention. The difference between this embodiment and the first embodiment is that a blowing system 11 is provided below the grating plate 10, and a warm air drying system 12 is provided at the top of the cleaning chamber.

[0038] During use, the air blowing system 11 inside the grille 10 blows air into the cleaning chamber, which, together with the water flow during the cleaning process, accelerates the flow of moisture on the surface of the fur. The warm air drying system 12 at the top of the cleaning chamber heats the air through heating devices, and then the fan sends the warm air into the cleaning chamber to dry the cleaned pet fur. Furthermore, the washing and drying machine housing 1 is provided with pet entrance doors 3 at both the front and rear ends. The surface of the pet entrance door 3 near the top is provided with a recessed groove, and the interior of the recessed groove is provided with a first viewing window 4.

[0039] When in use, the pet entrance / exit doors 3 at the front and rear ends of the washing and drying machine housing 1 provide a passage for pets to enter and exit the washing chamber. The first viewing window 4 is installed in the recessed groove near the top of the pet entrance / exit door 3. The first viewing window 4 is made of transparent material to achieve visual transparency between the inside and outside of the washing chamber, allowing the pet to observe the external environment inside the chamber, and the pet owner can also observe the pet's washing and grooming status through the first viewing window 4.

[0040] Furthermore, the top of the washer-dryer housing 1 is provided with a hinged top door panel 2, and the surface of the hinged top door panel 2 is provided with a second viewing window 5.

[0041] When in use, the top door 2 of the washer-dryer combo housing 1 can be manually opened, and the second viewing window 5 on its surface further supplements the viewing function, together with the first viewing window 4 to achieve three-sided viewing of the washing chamber. During the washing process, the pet owner can reach into the washing chamber by opening the top door 2 to soothe or assist the pet during washing. When closed, it ensures the sealing of the washing chamber and prevents water from splashing out.

[0042] Furthermore, the inner wall of the recessed groove is provided with a first fresh air inlet / outlet 6, and the two sides of the washer-dryer housing 1 are provided with a second fresh air inlet / outlet 7.

[0043] During use, the first fresh air inlet / outlet 6 on the inner wall of the pet entrance / exit 3 recessed groove and the second fresh air inlet / outlet 7 on both sides of the washer / dryer housing 1 together form a fresh air intake channel. During the operation of the equipment, fresh air from outside enters the cleaning chamber through the first fresh air inlet / outlet 6 and the second fresh air inlet / outlet 7, while the dirty air in the chamber is discharged, forming an air circulation.

[0044] Furthermore, the washer-dryer combo housing 1 is equipped with a safety leakage protection system. All components inside the washer-dryer combo housing 1, except for the warm air drying system 12, are powered by DC, and the power supply voltage is within the safe voltage range.

[0045] During use, the safety leakage protection system inside the washer-dryer housing 1 monitors the circuit status of the equipment in real time. When a potential leakage occurs, the power supply is automatically cut off. All components except the warm air drying system 12 are powered by DC, and the power supply voltage is controlled within the safe voltage range. At the same time, combined with the waterproof design or waterproof treatment of all parts in the washing and care compartment, multiple safety protections are formed.

[0046] Furthermore, the washer-dryer combo housing 1 is equipped with an automatic water level controller, a water inlet control solenoid valve, and a water temperature heating controller. The automatic water level controller is installed on the clean water tank 8 to monitor and control the clean water level. The water inlet control solenoid valve is installed in the middle of the water inlet pipe, above the clean water tank 8, to control the entry of clean water into the clean water tank 8. The water temperature heating controller is installed inside the clean water tank 8 to heat the clean water and maintain the set water temperature. A spray system is installed on the top of the washing chamber, and the spray system is connected to the clean water pump and the clean water tank 8 through a water pipe.

[0047] During use, an automatic water level controller is installed on the clean water tank 8 to monitor the water level in the clean water tank 8 in real time. When the water level is lower than the set value, the water inlet control solenoid valve is opened to replenish water to the clean water tank 8. After the set water level is reached, the solenoid valve is closed. A water temperature heating controller is installed in the clean water tank 8. After being powered on, it heats the clean water and maintains the set water temperature through a temperature control element. The spray system on the top of the cleaning chamber is connected to the clean water pump and the clean water tank 8 through a water pipe. By controlling the switch of the clean water pump, the water output and shutdown of the spray system can be controlled to realize the function of spraying clean water to wet the hair and rinsing.

[0048] Instructions for using a multi-functional smart pet shampoo and dryer at home, including the following steps: S1. Power on and water supply the machine; S2. Add diluted shower gel solution; S3. Open the pet entrance / exit door (3) of the washing and drying machine housing (1), put the pet into the washing chamber, close the pet entrance / exit door (3), the machine will automatically check the water level in the clean water tank (8), if the water level is insufficient, the automatic water level controller will trigger the water inlet control solenoid valve to open, inject clean water into the clean water tank (8), and the water temperature heating controller will start heating and maintain the set water temperature. S4. Start the cleaning program via the control panel; S5. A high-flow DC brushless water pump draws clean water from the clean water tank (8) and wets the pet's fur using a micro-spray method. The brushing motor (15) starts and drives the active gear (17) to rotate through the worm gear (16). The active gear (17) meshes with the linkage gear (19), and the linkage gear (19) meshes with the center gear (18). The cam on the linkage gear (19) drives the connecting column (20) of the movable cleaning brush mounting plate (13), so that the movable cleaning brush mounting plate (13) and the soft rubber cleaning brush (14) make planar reciprocating motion, performing finger-massage and kneading on the pet's fur to facilitate water flow into the roots of the pet's fur for deep cleaning. The wastewater flows into the wastewater tank (9) through the grid plate (10). S6. After the spraying time is up, the DC pump for spraying shower gel will turn on to spray shower gel foam onto the pet. S7. After the shower gel time is up, the water pump and shower gel pump will be turned off. The soft rubber cleaning brush will then rub and penetrate the shower gel into the pet's fur to fully utilize its cleaning effect. S8. After the rubbing time is up, the water pump will turn on again to rinse the pet with clean water. S9. After the rinsing time is reached, the clean water pump is turned off, the blower and the air heating system are started, and the warm air drying process begins. Fresh air enters the cleaning chamber through the first fresh air inlet (6) and the second fresh air inlet (7). A large volume of warm air dries the pet's fur. During the drying process, the soft rubber cleaning brush (14) can continue to move and flip the pet's fur to improve the drying efficiency. S10. After the warm air drying time is reached, the air heating system is turned off and the cold air drying process begins. S11. After the cold air drying time is reached, the brush motor and blower are turned off, the machine stops automatically, and the entire cleaning process is completed. The operator opens the pet door and takes out the pet. S12. The operator cleans the inside of the machine and closes the pet entrance / exit door, water inlet valve, and power supply switch.

[0049] It is important to note that the constructions and arrangements of this application shown in several different exemplary embodiments are merely illustrative. Although only a few embodiments are described in detail in this disclosure, those who consult this disclosure will readily understand that many modifications are possible (e.g., changes in the size, dimensions, structure, shape, and proportions of various elements, as well as parameter values ​​(e.g., temperature, pressure, etc.), mounting arrangements, use of materials, color, orientation, etc.) without substantially departing from the novel teachings and advantages of the subject matter described in this application). For example, an element shown as integrally formed may be composed of multiple parts or elements, the position of elements may be inverted or otherwise altered, and the nature or number or position of discrete elements may be changed or altered. Therefore, all such modifications are intended to be included within the scope of the invention. The order or sequence of any process or method steps may be changed or rearranged according to alternative embodiments. In the claims, any "device plus function" clause is intended to cover the structure described herein that performs the function, and not only structurally equivalent but also equivalent in structure. Other substitutions, modifications, alterations, and omissions may be made in the design, operation, and arrangement of the exemplary embodiments without departing from the scope of the invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments, but extends to various modifications that still fall within the scope of the appended claims.

[0050] Furthermore, in order to provide a concise description of exemplary embodiments, not all features of actual embodiments (i.e., those features that are not relevant to the best mode of carrying out the invention as currently considered, or those features that are not relevant to implementing the invention) may be omitted.

[0051] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention and are not intended to limit it. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solutions of the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the present invention, and all such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A household multi-functional intelligent pet washing and drying combo, characterized in that: Including the casing of the washer-dryer combo (1); A clean water tank (8) is provided at the bottom of the housing (1) of the washer-dryer combo machine. A sewage tank (9) is provided above the clean water tank (8). A grid plate (10) is provided at the top of the sewage tank (9). A cleaning chamber is provided inside the housing (1) of the washer-dryer combo machine and above the grid plate (10). A finger-like soft rubber cleaning brush device is provided on both sides inside the cleaning chamber. The imitation finger soft rubber cleaning brush device includes a movable cleaning brush mounting plate (13), and soft rubber cleaning brushes (14) are provided on the adjacent surfaces of the two movable cleaning brush mounting plates (13). A driving component is provided at the other end of the movable cleaning brush mounting plate (13). The driving component drives the movable cleaning brush mounting plate (13) and the soft rubber cleaning brush (14) to perform planar rotary reciprocating motion inside the cleaning chamber.

2. The household multi-functional intelligent pet washer and dryer combo according to claim 1, characterized in that: The drive assembly includes a brush motor (15), which is fixedly installed on the inner wall of the cleaning chamber. A worm gear (16) is installed at the output end of the brush motor (15). A central gear (18) is rotatably installed at the center of the inner wall of the cleaning chamber. Linkage gears (19) are rotatably installed on the inner wall of the cleaning chamber and at the four corners of the central gear (18). All four linkage gears (19) mesh with the central gear (18). Four connecting posts (20) are evenly arranged on the surface of the movable cleaning brush mounting plate (13). Cams are provided on the surface of the four linkage gears (19) near the movable cleaning brush mounting plate (13). The four linkage gears (19) are respectively connected to the four connecting posts (20) through the cams.

3. The household multi-functional intelligent pet washer and dryer combo according to claim 2, characterized in that: One of the linkage gears (19) is meshed with a drive gear (17) above it. The center of the drive gear (17) is connected to the inner wall of the cleaning chamber via a rotating shaft. A worm gear is provided on the surface of the drive gear (17) near the movable cleaning brush mounting plate (13). The worm (16) meshes with the worm gear.

4. The household multi-functional intelligent pet washer and dryer combo according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inside of the grating plate (10) is provided with a blowing system (11), and the top of the cleaning chamber is provided with a warm air drying system (12).

5. The household multi-functional intelligent pet washer and dryer combo according to claim 1, characterized in that: The washing and drying machine housing (1) has pet entrance doors (3) at both the front and rear ends. The pet entrance door (3) has a recessed groove on the surface near the top. The recessed groove has a first viewing window (4) inside.

6. The household multi-functional intelligent pet washer and dryer combo according to claim 5, characterized in that: The top of the washer-dryer housing (1) is provided with a liftable top door panel (2), and the surface of the liftable top door panel (2) is provided with a second viewing window (5).

7. The household multi-functional intelligent pet washer and dryer combo according to claim 5, characterized in that: The inner wall of the recessed groove is provided with a first fresh air inlet and outlet (6), and the two sides of the washing and drying machine housing (1) are provided with a second fresh air inlet and outlet (7).

8. The household multi-functional intelligent pet washer and dryer combo according to claim 4, characterized in that: The washing and drying machine housing (1) is equipped with a safety leakage protection system. All components inside the washing and drying machine housing (1), except for the warm air drying system (12), are powered by DC, and the power supply voltage is within the safe voltage range.

9. The household multi-functional intelligent pet washer and dryer combo according to claim 1, characterized in that: The washing and drying machine housing (1) is equipped with an automatic water level controller, an inlet control solenoid valve, and a water temperature heating controller. The automatic water level controller is located on the clean water tank (8) and is used to monitor and control the clean water level. The inlet control solenoid valve is located in the middle of the inlet pipe and installed above the clean water tank (8) to control the entry of clean water into the clean water tank (8). The water temperature heating controller is installed inside the clean water tank (8) to heat the clean water and maintain the set water temperature. The top of the washing chamber is equipped with a spray system, and the spray system is connected to the clean water pump and the clean water tank 8 through a water pipe.

10. A method for using a household multi-functional intelligent pet washer and dryer, based on the household multi-functional intelligent pet washer and dryer as described in claims 1-9, characterized in that... Includes the following steps: S1. Power on and water supply the machine; S2. Add diluted shower gel solution; S3. Open the pet entrance / exit door (3) of the washing and drying machine housing (1), put the pet into the washing chamber, close the pet entrance / exit door (3), the machine will automatically check the water level in the clean water tank (8), if the water level is insufficient, the automatic water level controller will trigger the water inlet control solenoid valve to open, inject clean water into the clean water tank (8), and the water temperature heating controller will start heating and maintain the set water temperature. S4. Start the cleaning program via the control panel; S5. A high-flow DC brushless water pump draws clean water from the clean water tank (8) and wets the pet's fur using a micro-spray method. The brushing motor (15) starts and drives the active gear (17) to rotate through the worm gear (16). The active gear (17) meshes with the linkage gear (19), and the linkage gear (19) meshes with the center gear (18). The cam on the linkage gear (19) drives the connecting column (20) of the movable cleaning brush mounting plate (13), so that the movable cleaning brush mounting plate (13) and the soft rubber cleaning brush (14) make planar reciprocating motion, performing finger-massage and kneading on the pet's fur to facilitate water flow into the roots of the pet's fur for deep cleaning. The wastewater flows into the wastewater tank (9) through the grid plate (10). S6. After the spraying time is up, the DC pump for spraying shower gel will turn on to spray shower gel foam onto the pet. S7. After the shower gel time is up, the water pump and shower gel pump will be turned off. The soft rubber cleaning brush will then rub and penetrate the shower gel into the pet's fur to fully utilize its cleaning effect. S8. After the rubbing time is up, the water pump will turn on again to rinse the pet with clean water. S9. After the rinsing time is reached, the clean water pump is turned off, the blower and the air heating system are started, and the warm air drying process begins. Fresh air enters the cleaning chamber through the first fresh air inlet (6) and the second fresh air inlet (7). A large volume of warm air dries the pet's fur. During the drying process, the soft rubber cleaning brush (14) can continue to move and flip the pet's fur to improve the drying efficiency. S10. After the warm air drying time is reached, the air heating system is turned off and the cold air drying process begins. S11. After the cold air drying time is reached, the brush motor and blower are turned off, the machine stops automatically, and the entire cleaning process is completed. The operator opens the pet door and takes out the pet. S12. The operator cleans the inside of the machine and closes the pet entrance / exit door, water inlet valve, and power supply switch.

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