Laundry treating apparatus

Abstract

A laundry treating apparatus is provided. In an embodiment, the laundry treating apparatus includes a treating chamber to accommodate laundry hung on a hanger, a hanger support portion to be located in the treating chamber and to support the hanger and to repeatedly perform a reciprocating motion between a first position and a second position, a driving portion to provide a driving force to reciprocate the hanger support portion, a heat exchanging device to remove moisture from air of the treating chamber, a steam supply portion to generate steam and to supply the generated steam to the treating chamber, and a control portion to control the driving portion and to control a vibration frequency of the reciprocating motion of the hanger support portion, the laundry treating apparatus including a first motion mode to drive so that the vibration frequency of the hanger support portion is maintained at a reference vibration frequency, and a fourth motion mode to drive so that the vibration frequency of the hanger support portion is varied above the reference vibration frequency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a garment processing device. Background Technology

[0002] Generally, garment processing equipment refers to devices that perform various operations related to clothing (washing, drying, deodorizing, wrinkle removal, etc.). The concept encompasses washing devices for washing clothes, drying devices for drying wet clothes, and garment refreshers for removing odors or wrinkles from clothes.

[0003] Recently, garment care devices that hang clothes inside a cabinet and process them have become popular. These devices are household appliances that care for or sterilize clothes by supplying them with hot air, cold air, or steam. They can also be used to remove fine dust or dry clothes that have been rained on. For these reasons, they can be called various names such as garment care machine, garment cleaner, or garment management machine.

[0004] In particular, to better achieve dust removal, wrinkle removal, and clothing drying, the clothing management machine may include a hanger support capable of shaking the entire garment. That is, it may include a hanger module capable of causing the hanger support to reciprocate in a predetermined direction.

[0005] Korean Patent No. 10-1285890 (Prior Document 1) and Korean Patent Publication No. 10-2022-0031332 (Prior Document 2) disclose a clothes hanger module capable of reciprocating motion. Referring to the prior art, a drive unit is disclosed that can remove wrinkles and dust from clothes by reciprocating the clothes hanger rod on which clothes hangers are suspended. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The problem that the invention aims to solve

[0007] The problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a clothing processing device that can effectively process clothing.

[0008] The problem to be solved by the present invention is to improve the wrinkle removal performance in the stages of increasing the moisture content of clothing and removing wrinkles from clothing.

[0009] The problem to be solved by the present invention is to improve the drying uniformity of clothing when drying clothing of various materials and in various forms during the stages of reducing the moisture content of clothing and drying clothing.

[0010] The problem to be solved by the present invention is to improve the uniformity of drying of clothes and prevent damage to clothes during the stages of reducing the moisture content of clothes and drying clothes.

[0011] The problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a vibration frequency that can effectively handle clothing when it is being cared for by vibration.

[0012] The problems to be solved by the present invention are not limited thereto, and those skilled in the art can clearly understand the problems not mentioned from the following description.

[0013] Technical solutions to the problem

[0014] This invention provides a garment processing apparatus. In one embodiment, the garment processing apparatus includes: a processing chamber for accommodating garments suspended on a garment hanger; a garment hanger support located in the processing chamber and supporting the garment hanger, and reciprocating between a first position and a second position; a drive unit for providing a driving force to reciprocate the garment hanger support; a moisture removal module for removing moisture from the air in the processing chamber; and a control unit for controlling the drive unit and controlling the vibration frequency of the reciprocating motion of the garment hanger support; the garment processing apparatus includes: a first motion mode in which the vibration frequency of the garment hanger support is maintained at a reference vibration frequency; and a second motion mode in which the vibration frequency of the garment hanger support varies below the reference vibration frequency.

[0015] In one embodiment, the fourth motion mode can be driven during the operation of reducing the moisture content of clothing.

[0016] In one embodiment, the reference vibration frequency can be a vibration frequency selected within the range of two vibration frequencies generated at the overlap point of the first waveform and the second waveform, in which the shape of the sample when it is tilted to one side during the swing of the sample suspended from the garment hanger is defined as a first waveform and the shape of the sample when it is tilted to the other side is defined as a second waveform.

[0017] In one embodiment, the sample may be a cotton fabric, 20cm wide in the transverse direction and 90cm long in the longitudinal direction, with a weight of 140g / m². 2 Up to 160g / m 2 .

[0018] In one embodiment, during the reciprocating motion of the garment hanger support from the first position to the second position, one end and the other end of the garment hanger can reciprocate along an arc-shaped trajectory with the central axis as a reference.

[0019] In one embodiment, the reference vibration frequency may be a vibration frequency selected in the range of 200 rpm to 250 rpm.

[0020] In one embodiment, the second motion mode can be driven to vary within a range above the lowest vibration frequency and below the reference vibration frequency.

[0021] In one embodiment, the minimum vibration frequency may be more than 40% of the reference vibration frequency.

[0022] In one embodiment, in the second motion mode, one cycle of the vibration frequency change can be from 20 seconds to 1 minute.

[0023] In one embodiment, within one cycle of the second motion mode, the frequency can vary back and forth between a first vibration frequency above the lowest vibration frequency, a second vibration frequency greater than the first vibration frequency, and a third vibration frequency greater than the second vibration frequency but below the reference vibration frequency. The one cycle may include a first interval from the first vibration frequency to the third vibration frequency within a first time period and a second interval from the third vibration frequency to the first vibration frequency within a second time period shorter than the first time period.

[0024] In one embodiment, when the shape of the garment hanging on the clothes hanger is defined as a first waveform when it vibrates and deviates to one side, and the shape of the garment when it deviates to the other side is defined as a second waveform, the position of the overlap point of the first waveform and the second waveform is variable in the second motion mode.

[0025] In one embodiment, the garment processing apparatus can perform a drying operation to reduce the moisture content of garments by driving the moisture removal module to remove moisture from the air in the processing chamber. The garment processing apparatus provides a plurality of garment processing procedures including the drying operation, and the plurality of garment processing procedures may include: a first processing procedure, during the execution of the drying operation, causing the garment hanger support to operate in a first motion mode; and a second processing procedure, during the execution of the drying operation, causing the garment hanger support to operate in a second motion mode.

[0026] In one embodiment, the garment processing apparatus may further include a steam supply unit that generates steam and supplies the generated steam to the processing chamber. The first processing procedure may further include a steam operation performed before performing the drying operation to supply steam to the garment to increase its moisture content. During the steam operation, the garment hanger support may move at a vibration frequency higher than the reference vibration frequency.

[0027] In one embodiment, the garment handling apparatus may further include a third motion mode that drives the garment hanger support to vary its vibration frequency above a reference vibration frequency, wherein the garment hanger support may operate in the third motion mode during the steam operation performed in the first processing procedure.

[0028] In one embodiment, in the third motion mode, one cycle of the vibration frequency change can be from 20 seconds to 1 minute. Within one cycle in the third motion mode, the vibration frequency can vary back and forth between a fourth vibration frequency above the reference vibration frequency, a fifth vibration frequency greater than the fourth vibration frequency, and a sixth vibration frequency greater than the fifth vibration frequency but below the maximum vibration frequency. The one cycle can include a first interval from the fourth vibration frequency to the sixth vibration frequency within a first time period and a second interval from the sixth vibration frequency to the fourth vibration frequency within a second time period shorter than the first time period.

[0029] In one embodiment, in the first motion mode and the second motion mode, the amplitude corresponding to the displacement generated by the reciprocating motion of the clothes hanger support can be the same.

[0030] In one embodiment, the garment processing apparatus may further include a steam supply unit that generates steam and supplies the generated steam to the processing chamber, and may include a steam operation that supplies steam to the garment by actuating the steam supply unit to supply steam to the processing chamber, thereby increasing the moisture content of the garment. The garment processing apparatus may drive a third motion mode after the steam supply unit stops supplying steam.

[0031] In one embodiment, the garment processing device may further include a circulating fan that circulates the air in the processing chamber, and the third motion mode may be driven while the circulating fan is activated to circulate the air in the processing chamber.

[0032] In one embodiment, the garment processing apparatus may further include a steam supply unit that generates steam and supplies the generated steam to the processing chamber, and may include a steam operation that supplies steam to the garment by activating the steam supply unit to supply steam to the processing chamber, thereby increasing the moisture content of the garment. The garment processing apparatus may drive a third motion mode while activating the circulating fan to circulate the air in the processing chamber after the steam supply unit stops supplying steam.

[0033] This invention provides a clothes hanger module. In one embodiment, the clothes hanger module includes: a clothes hanger support portion for supporting clothes hangers and repeatedly reciprocating between a first position and a second position; a drive portion for providing a driving force to cause the clothes hanger support portion to reciprocate; and a control portion for controlling the drive portion and controlling the vibration frequency of the reciprocating motion of the clothes hanger support portion; and includes: a first motion mode, driven to maintain the vibration frequency of the clothes hanger support portion at a reference vibration frequency; and a third motion mode, driven to vary the vibration frequency of the clothes hanger support portion below the reference vibration frequency.

[0034] In one embodiment, the hanger module can be driven in the third motion mode during the operation of reducing the moisture content of clothing.

[0035] In one embodiment, the reference vibration frequency of the hanger module can be a vibration frequency selected within the range of two vibration frequencies generated at the overlap point of the first and second waveforms, where the sample is oscillating to one side.

[0036] In one embodiment, the sample may be a cotton fabric, 20cm wide in the transverse direction and 90cm long in the longitudinal direction, with a weight of 140g / m². 2 Up to 160g / m 2 .

[0037] In one embodiment, during the reciprocating motion of the garment hanger support portion of the garment hanger module from the first position to the second position, one end and the other end of the garment hanger can reciprocate in an arc shape with reference to the central axis.

[0038] In one embodiment, the reference vibration frequency may be a vibration frequency selected in the range of 200 rpm to 250 rpm.

[0039] In one embodiment, the third motion mode can be driven to vary within a range above the lowest vibration frequency and below the reference vibration frequency.

[0040] In one embodiment, the minimum vibration frequency may be more than 40% of the reference vibration frequency.

[0041] In one embodiment, in the second motion mode, one cycle of the vibration frequency change can be from 20 seconds to 1 minute.

[0042] In one embodiment, within one cycle of the second motion mode, the frequency can vary back and forth between a first vibration frequency above the lowest vibration frequency, a second vibration frequency greater than the first vibration frequency, and a third vibration frequency greater than the second vibration frequency but below the reference vibration frequency. The one cycle may include a first interval from the first vibration frequency to the third vibration frequency within a first time period and a second interval from the third vibration frequency to the first vibration frequency within a second time period shorter than the first time period.

[0043] In one embodiment, when the shape of the garment hanging on the clothes hanger is defined as a first waveform when it vibrates and deviates to one side, and the shape of the garment when it deviates to the other side is defined as a second waveform, the position of the overlap point of the first waveform and the second waveform is variable in the second motion mode.

[0044] This invention provides a garment processing apparatus. In one embodiment, the garment processing apparatus includes: a processing chamber for accommodating garments suspended on a garment hanger; a garment hanger support located in the processing chamber and supporting the garment hanger, and reciprocating between a first position and a second position; a drive unit for providing a driving force to reciprocate the garment hanger support; a heat exchange device for removing moisture from the air in the processing chamber; a steam supply unit for generating steam and supplying the generated steam to the processing chamber; and a control unit for controlling the drive unit and controlling the vibration frequency of the reciprocating motion of the garment hanger support; the garment processing apparatus includes: a first motion mode in which the vibration frequency of the garment hanger support is maintained at a reference vibration frequency; and a fourth motion mode in which the vibration frequency of the garment hanger support varies above the reference vibration frequency.

[0045] In one embodiment, the fourth motion mode can be driven during the operation of increasing the moisture content of clothing.

[0046] In one embodiment, the reference vibration frequency can be a vibration frequency selected within the range of two vibration frequencies generated at the overlap point of the first waveform and the second waveform, in which the shape of the sample when it is tilted to one side during the swing of the sample suspended from the garment hanger is defined as a first waveform and the shape of the sample when it is tilted to the other side is defined as a second waveform.

[0047] In one embodiment, the sample may be a cotton fabric, 20cm wide in the transverse direction and 90cm long in the longitudinal direction, with a weight of 140g / m². 2 Up to 160g / m 2 .

[0048] In one embodiment, during the reciprocating motion of the garment hanger support from the first position to the second position, one end and the other end of the garment hanger can reciprocate along an arc-shaped trajectory with the central axis as a reference.

[0049] In one embodiment, the reference vibration frequency may be a vibration frequency selected in the range of 200 rpm to 250 rpm.

[0050] In one embodiment, the fourth motion mode can be driven to vary within a range above a reference vibration frequency and below a maximum vibration frequency.

[0051] In one embodiment, the maximum vibration frequency may be the vibration frequency generated by the maximum output of the drive unit.

[0052] In one embodiment, in the fourth motion mode, one cycle of the vibration frequency change can be from 20 seconds to 1 minute.

[0053] In one embodiment, within one cycle of the fourth motion mode, the vibration frequency can vary back and forth between a first vibration frequency above the reference vibration frequency, a second vibration frequency greater than the first vibration frequency, and a third vibration frequency greater than the second vibration frequency but below the maximum vibration frequency. The one cycle can include a first interval from the first vibration frequency to the third vibration frequency within a first time period and a second interval from the third vibration frequency to the first vibration frequency within a second time period shorter than the first time period.

[0054] In one embodiment, when the shape of the garment hanging on the clothes hanger is defined as a first waveform when it vibrates and deviates to one side, and the shape of the garment when it deviates to the other side is defined as a second waveform, in the fourth motion mode, the position of the overlap point of the first waveform and the second waveform is variable.

[0055] In one embodiment, the garment processing apparatus can perform a steam operation to increase the moisture content of garments by driving the steam supply unit to supply moisture to the air in the processing chamber. The garment processing apparatus provides a plurality of garment processing procedures including the steam operation, and the plurality of garment processing procedures may include: a first processing procedure in which, during the execution of the steam operation, the garment hanger support is operated in the fourth motion mode; and a second processing procedure in which, during the execution of the steam operation, the garment hanger support is operated at a vibration frequency lower than the reference vibration frequency.

[0056] In one embodiment, the first processing procedure may further include performing a drying operation to reduce the moisture content of the garment after performing the steaming operation, wherein during the drying operation, the garment hanger support may move at a vibration frequency below the reference vibration frequency.

[0057] In one embodiment, the garment handling device further includes a third motion mode that drives the vibration frequency of the garment hanger support to vary below the reference vibration frequency.

[0058] During the drying operation performed in the first processing procedure, the clothes hanger support can operate in the third motion mode.

[0059] In one embodiment, in the third motion mode, one cycle of the vibration frequency change can be from 20 seconds to 1 minute. Within one cycle in the third motion mode, the vibration frequency can vary back and forth between a fourth vibration frequency above the reference vibration frequency, a fifth vibration frequency greater than the fourth vibration frequency, and a sixth vibration frequency greater than the fifth vibration frequency but below the maximum vibration frequency. The one cycle can include a first interval from the fourth vibration frequency to the sixth vibration frequency within a first time period and a second interval from the sixth vibration frequency to the fourth vibration frequency within a second time period shorter than the first time period.

[0060] In one embodiment, in the first motion mode, the fourth motion mode, and the third motion mode, the amplitude corresponding to the displacement generated by the reciprocating motion of the clothes hanger support can all be the same.

[0061] This invention provides a clothes hanger module. In one embodiment, the clothes hanger module includes: a clothes hanger support portion that supports a clothes hanger and repeatedly reciprocates between a first position and a second position; a drive portion that provides a driving force to cause the clothes hanger support portion to reciprocate; and a control portion that controls the drive portion and controls the vibration frequency of the reciprocating motion of the clothes hanger support portion; and includes: a first motion mode that drives the clothes hanger support portion to maintain a reference vibration frequency; and a fourth motion mode that drives the clothes hanger support portion to vary above the reference vibration frequency.

[0062] In one embodiment, the operation of increasing the moisture content of clothing can be driven by the fourth motion mode.

[0063] In one embodiment, the reference vibration frequency can be a vibration frequency selected within the range of two vibration frequencies generated at the overlap point of the first and second waveforms, where the sample is oscillating to one side as defined as a first waveform and the sample is oscillating to the other side as defined as a second waveform.

[0064] In one embodiment, the sample may be a cotton fabric, 20cm wide in the transverse direction and 90cm long in the longitudinal direction, with a weight of 140g / m². 2 Up to 160g / m 2 .

[0065] In one embodiment, during the reciprocating motion of the garment hanger support from the first position to the second position, one end and the other end of the garment hanger can reciprocate along an arc-shaped trajectory with the central axis as a reference.

[0066] In one embodiment, the reference vibration frequency may be a vibration frequency selected in the range of 200 rpm to 250 rpm.

[0067] In one embodiment, the fourth motion mode can be driven to vary within a range above a reference vibration frequency and below a maximum vibration frequency.

[0068] In one embodiment, the maximum vibration frequency may be the vibration frequency generated by the maximum output of the drive unit.

[0069] In one embodiment, in the fourth motion mode, one cycle of the vibration frequency change can be from 20 seconds to 1 minute.

[0070] In one embodiment, within one cycle of the fourth motion mode, the vibration frequency can vary back and forth between a first vibration frequency above the reference vibration frequency, a second vibration frequency greater than the first vibration frequency, and a third vibration frequency greater than the second vibration frequency but below the maximum vibration frequency. The one cycle can include a first interval from the first vibration frequency to the third vibration frequency within a first time period and a second interval from the third vibration frequency to the first vibration frequency within a second time period shorter than the first time period.

[0071] In one embodiment, when the shape of the garment hanging on the clothes hanger is defined as a first waveform when it vibrates and deviates to one side, and the shape of the garment when it deviates to the other side is defined as a second waveform, in the fourth motion mode, the position of the overlap point of the first waveform and the second waveform is variable.

[0072] This invention provides a garment processing apparatus. In one embodiment, the garment processing apparatus includes: a processing chamber for accommodating garments suspended on a garment hanger; a garment hanger support located in the processing chamber and supporting the garment hanger, and reciprocating between a first position and a second position; a drive unit providing a driving force for the reciprocating motion of the garment hanger support; a moisture removal module for removing moisture from the air in the processing chamber; a steam supply unit for generating steam and supplying the generated steam to the processing chamber; and a control unit for controlling the drive unit and controlling the vibration frequency of the reciprocating motion of the garment hanger support. The garment processing apparatus is capable of performing: a steam operation to increase the moisture content of the garments by driving the steam supply unit to supply moisture to the air in the processing chamber; and driving the moisture removal module to reduce the moisture content of the garments. The garment processing device includes: a first motion mode driven to maintain the vibration frequency of the garment hanger support at a reference vibration frequency; and a fourth motion mode driven to vary the vibration frequency of the garment hanger support above the reference vibration frequency; the garment processing device provides a plurality of garment processing procedures including one or more of the steam operation and the drying operation; a first processing procedure, which is any one of the plurality of garment processing procedures, includes the steam operation and the drying operation performed after the steam operation; the first processing procedure causes the garment hanger support to operate in the fourth motion mode during the steam operation and causes the garment hanger support to operate in the first motion mode during the drying operation.

[0073] In one embodiment, the reference vibration frequency can be a vibration frequency selected within the range of two vibration frequencies generated at the overlap point of the first waveform and the second waveform, in which the shape of the sample when it is tilted to one side during the swing of the sample suspended from the garment hanger is defined as a first waveform and the shape of the sample when it is tilted to the other side is defined as a second waveform.

[0074] In one embodiment, the sample may be a cotton fabric, 20cm wide in the transverse direction and 90cm long in the longitudinal direction, with a weight of 140g / m². 2 Up to 160g / m 2 .

[0075] In one embodiment, during the reciprocating motion of the garment hanger support from the first position to the second position, one end and the other end of the garment hanger can reciprocate in an arc shape with reference to the central axis.

[0076] In one embodiment, the reference vibration frequency may be a vibration frequency selected in the range of 200 rpm to 250 rpm.

[0077] In one embodiment, the fourth motion mode can be driven to vary within a range above a reference vibration frequency and below a maximum vibration frequency.

[0078] In one embodiment, the maximum vibration frequency may be the vibration frequency generated by the maximum output of the drive unit.

[0079] In one embodiment, in the fourth motion mode, one cycle of the vibration frequency change can be from 20 seconds to 1 minute.

[0080] In one embodiment, within one cycle of the fourth motion mode, the vibration frequency can vary back and forth between a first vibration frequency above the reference vibration frequency, a second vibration frequency greater than the first vibration frequency, and a third vibration frequency greater than the second vibration frequency but below the maximum vibration frequency. The one cycle can include a first interval from the first vibration frequency to the third vibration frequency within a first time period and a second interval from the third vibration frequency to the first vibration frequency within a second time period shorter than the first time period.

[0081] In one embodiment, when the shape of the garment hanging on the clothes hanger is defined as a first waveform when it vibrates and deviates to one side, and the shape of the garment when it deviates to the other side is defined as a second waveform, in the fourth motion mode, the position of the overlap point of the first waveform and the second waveform is variable.

[0082] In one embodiment, the garment handling apparatus further includes: a pre-steam operation performed before the steam operation, and an action of shaking off dust from the garment during the period when steam is generated by the steam supply unit for the steam operation; and a second motion mode driven to maintain the vibration frequency of the garment hanger support at its maximum vibration frequency; the first processing procedure may cause the garment hanger support to operate in the second motion mode during the period when the pre-steam operation is performed.

[0083] In one embodiment, the garment processing device further includes a holding operation performed after the steaming operation, which stops the supply of steam and keeps the moisture removal module in a state where it is not driven. The first processing procedure may cause the garment hanger support to operate in the second motion mode during the execution of the pre-steaming operation.

[0084] In one embodiment, a second processing procedure, which is any one of the plurality of garment processing procedures, includes the steam operation and the drying operation performed after the steam operation. The second processing procedure may cause the garment hanger support to operate at a vibration frequency lower than the reference vibration frequency during the steam operation and during the drying operation.

[0085] In one embodiment, a third motion mode is further included, which drives the clothes hanger support to vary its vibration frequency below the reference vibration frequency. The clothes hanger support may operate in the third motion mode during the drying operation performed in the second processing procedure.

[0086] In one embodiment, the garment handling device further includes a third motion mode that drives the vibration frequency of the garment hanger support to vary below the reference vibration frequency.

[0087] The third processing procedure, which is any one of the plurality of garment processing procedures, includes the drying operation, during which the garment hanger support can operate in the third motion mode.

[0088] In one embodiment, in the third motion mode, one cycle of the vibration frequency change can be from 20 seconds to 1 minute. Within one cycle in the third motion mode, the vibration frequency can vary back and forth between a fourth vibration frequency above the reference vibration frequency, a fifth vibration frequency greater than the fourth vibration frequency, and a sixth vibration frequency greater than the fifth vibration frequency but below the maximum vibration frequency. The one cycle can include a first interval from the fourth vibration frequency to the sixth vibration frequency within a first time period and a second interval from the sixth vibration frequency to the fourth vibration frequency within a second time period shorter than the first time period.

[0089] In one embodiment, in the first motion mode, the fourth motion mode, the second motion mode, and the third motion mode, the amplitude corresponding to the displacement generated by the reciprocating motion of the clothes hanger support can all be the same.

[0090] Invention Effects

[0091] According to embodiments of the present invention, clothing can be effectively processed.

[0092] According to embodiments of the present invention, excellent wrinkle-removing performance can be obtained in the stages of increasing the moisture content of clothing and removing wrinkles from clothing.

[0093] According to embodiments of the present invention, when drying clothes of various materials and in various forms during the stages of reducing the moisture content of clothes and drying clothes, excellent uniformity of clothes drying can be obtained.

[0094] According to embodiments of the present invention, the drying uniformity of clothing can be improved and damage to clothing can be minimized during the stages of reducing the moisture content of clothing and drying clothing.

[0095] According to embodiments of the present invention, clothing can be effectively treated when clothing is cared for through vibration.

[0096] The effects of the present invention are not limited to those described above. Those skilled in the art can clearly understand the effects not mentioned through this specification and the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0097] Figure 1 This is a perspective view showing the appearance of a garment processing apparatus 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0098] Figure 2 This is a perspective view showing the open state of the door 20 of the garment handling apparatus 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0099] Figure 3 This is a diagram illustrating the hanger module 100 of the first embodiment that causes the clothes hanger 900 to reciprocate.

[0100] Figure 4 This is a diagram illustrating the operation of a clothes hanger module 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0101] Figure 5 This is a diagram illustrating one embodiment of the hanger module 100 according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0102] Figure 6 This is a diagram showing the hanger module 100 of the first embodiment separated from the inner housing 30.

[0103] Figure 7 This is a diagram showing the combined structure of the driving unit and the displacement generating unit.

[0104] Figure 8 An exploded perspective view of the hanger module 100 of the first embodiment is shown.

[0105] Figure 9 This is a diagram illustrating the operation of the hanger module 100 of the first embodiment.

[0106] Figure 10 This is an additional diagram used to illustrate the reciprocating rotation process of the reciprocating rotating part 500.

[0107] Figure 11This is a schematic diagram illustrating the movement of the clothes hanger 900 implemented by the clothes hanger module 100 of the first embodiment.

[0108] Figure 12 The hanger module 100' of the second embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0109] Figure 13 This is a diagram showing the structure of the support rod 120' of the hanger module 100' in the second embodiment, which moves left and right.

[0110] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the movement of the clothes hanger 900 implemented by the clothes hanger module 100' of the second embodiment.

[0111] Figure 15 The lateral oscillation of specimen M is recorded as a graph used to illustrate the range of vibration frequencies defined by the reference vibration frequency.

[0112] Figure 16 This is a diagram showing the oscillation of the sample M according to the vibration frequency.

[0113] Figure 17 It is a diagram showing the oscillations of hemp, cotton, and silk samples as a result of applying vibration at a reference vibration frequency.

[0114] Figure 18 It is a diagram showing the oscillation result of applying vibration to a hemp sample, cotton sample, or silk sample at a low-speed vibration frequency below the reference vibration frequency.

[0115] Figure 19 This is a graph showing the vibration frequencies applied to the clothing by the hanger modules 100 and 100'.

[0116] Reference Figure 20 This describes the six motion modes provided by the clothing processing device 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0117] Figure 21 It is a graph illustrating the change in vibration frequency of the third motion mode.

[0118] Figure 22 It is a graph illustrating the change in vibration frequency of the fourth motion mode.

[0119] Figure 23 This is a diagram illustrating the driving states of each configuration divided by operation according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0120] Figure 24 This is a diagram illustrating an embodiment of the processing procedure provided by the garment processing device 1 and the movement patterns of the hanger modules corresponding to each operation.

[0121] Figure 25This is a diagram illustrating an embodiment of the processing procedure of the garment handling device 1 and the movement patterns of the hanger modules for each drying operation.

[0122] Figure 26 This is a diagram illustrating the machine room of an embodiment of the garment handling apparatus. Detailed Implementation

[0123] Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. The structures or control methods of the apparatus described below are only for illustrating embodiments of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. Throughout the specification, the same reference numerals denote the same constituent elements.

[0124] The specific terms used in this specification are for ease of description only and are not intended to limit the illustrated embodiments.

[0125] For example, expressions such as "same" and "identical" not only indicate a state of strict sameness, but also indicate a state of difference in degree of tolerance or the ability to obtain the same function.

[0126] In this specification, when a component is referred to as "connected" or "linked" to another component, it should be understood that it can be directly connected or directly linked to the other component, or that other components may exist between them. Conversely, in this specification, when a component is referred to as "directly connected" or "directly linked" to another component, it should be understood that no other components exist between them.

[0127] In this specification, it should be understood that terms such as "comprising" or "having" are intended only to indicate the presence of features, figures, steps, actions, constituent elements, components, or combinations thereof described in the specification, and do not preclude the possibility of the presence or addition of one or more other features, figures, steps, actions, constituent elements, components, or combinations thereof.

[0128] For example, expressions such as "in one direction," "along one direction," "parallel," "vertical," "towards the center," "concentric," or "coaxial" indicate not only a state of being arranged strictly in the above manner, but also a state of being shifted relative to each other by an angle or distance with tolerance or to the extent that the same function can be obtained.

[0129] To illustrate the present invention, the following description will be based on a spatial orthogonal coordinate system of mutually orthogonal X, Y, and Z axes. Each axis (X-axis direction, Y-axis direction, Z-axis direction) refers to the directions extending to either side of each axis. The symbol "+" added before each axis (+X-axis direction, +Y-axis direction, +Z-axis direction) indicates a positive direction among the directions extending to either side of each axis. The symbol "-" added before each axis (-X-axis direction, -Y-axis direction, -Z-axis direction) indicates a negative direction among the other directions extending to either side of each axis.

[0130] The directional expressions mentioned below, such as "front (+Y) / back (-Y) / left (+X) / right (-X) / up (+Z) / down (-Z)," are defined based on the XYZ coordinate axes. However, this is only for illustration so that the present invention can be clearly understood. Of course, the various directions can also be defined differently based on the reference datum.

[0131] The prefixes "first," "second," "third," etc., used below to indicate constituent elements are only for the purpose of avoiding confusion with the constituent elements they refer to, and are unrelated to the order, importance, or hierarchical relationship between the constituent elements. For example, it is also possible to implement an invention that includes only the second constituent element and omits the first constituent element.

[0132] Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular expressions used in this specification include the plural expressions.

[0133] Additionally, in this specification, the term "and / or" includes a combination of the plurality of contents described or one of the plurality of contents described. In this specification, "A or B" can include "A", "B", or "A and B".

[0134] Figure 1 This is a perspective view showing the appearance of a garment processing apparatus 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention. (Refer to...) Figure 1 The appearance of a garment processing apparatus 1 according to one embodiment will be described.

[0135] The housing 10 forms the appearance of the garment handling device 1. The housing 10 may be configured such that its height is longer than its width (width in the left-right direction) and its thickness (width in the front-back direction).

[0136] Door 20 is located in front of the garment handling device 1. Door 20 is attached to the front of the housing 10. In this embodiment, door 20 is attached to the housing 10. Door 20 can be provided as a hinged door. Door 20 can be hinged to the housing 10. Door 11 can rotate about the hinge.

[0137] <Opening door 20 makes processing chamber 35 open>

[0138] Figure 2This is a perspective view showing the door 20 of the garment handling apparatus 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention in an open state. (Refer to...) Figure 2 This section describes the interior that is exposed to the user when door 20 is open.

[0139] The inner housing 30 forms a processing chamber 35 that serves as a space for accommodating and processing clothing. The inner housing 30 is located inside the housing 10. The front of the inner housing 30 is open to allow clothing to be inserted. The opening of the inner housing 30 can be covered by a door 20.

[0140] The garment processing device 1 may have a mechanical chamber 40, in which one or more of hot air or steam are supplied to the processing chamber 35, or various devices are provided to purify or dehumidify the outside air of the housing 10.

[0141] The machine compartment 40 can be separated from or partitioned from the inner housing 30. The machine compartment 40 can be configured to communicate with the inner housing 30. The machine compartment 40 can be located in the lower part of the inner housing 30. Thus, if lighter hot air and steam are supplied to the inner housing 30, the hot air and steam can be naturally supplied to the clothing.

[0142] The processing chamber 35 and the machine chamber can be separated by an inner shell 30 forming the bottom portion 30a of the processing chamber 35. A plurality of openings can be formed on the wall surface of the inner shell 30 defining the processing chamber 35 and communicating with the machine chamber. In an embodiment, the plurality of openings can be formed in the bottom portion 30a. In an embodiment, air from the processing chamber 35 can move into the machine chamber through various openings, and one or more of hot air or steam generated in the machine chamber can move into the processing chamber 35. In an embodiment, a first opening 31, a second opening 33, and a third opening 32 can be formed in the inner shell 30.

[0143] The first opening 31 is a passage for air inside the inner casing 30 to move towards the machine room. The first opening 31 is connected to the circulation pipe 90. The second opening 33 is a passage for air supplied to the machine room to move towards the inner casing 30. The second opening 33 is connected to the circulation pipe 90. The third opening 32 is a passage for steam supplied to the machine room to move towards the inner casing 30. The third opening 33 is connected to the steam supply unit 80, which will be described later.

[0144] Further reference Figure 26The mechanical chamber 40 is described below. The mechanical chamber 40 includes a circulation duct 90 that forms a circulation path 91 that draws in air from inside the inner housing 30 and discharges it back into the inner housing 30. A circulation fan 95 is provided in the mechanical chamber 40 to generate airflow so that air flows through the circulation path 91. Additionally, a heat exchanger 70 may be included, disposed on the circulation duct 90, to cool and condense the air, and to heat the air. The heat exchanger 70 is a moisture removal module in one embodiment. A heat pump system may be provided in the mechanical chamber 40, including a compressor connected to the heat exchanger 70 and capable of compressing a refrigerant for cooling or heating the air. Depending on the need, exhaust devices using heaters, zeolite devices, etc., may also be used as moisture removal modules.

[0145] The garment processing apparatus 1 may further include a steam supply unit 80. The steam supply unit 80 may be located in the machine room 40. The steam supply unit 80 may supply steam to the processing chamber 35. The steam supply unit may include a steam generator that produces steam from water. Garments contained in the processing chamber 35 may be exposed to hot air and steam to achieve deodorization, sterilization, and wrinkle removal.

[0146] A water supply tank 51 and a drain tank 52 can be installed in front of the machine room 40. The water supply tank 51 is a tank for storing water used to generate steam. The water supply tank 51 is fluidly connected to the steam supply unit 80. The water stored in the water supply tank 51 can be supplied to the steam supply unit 80. The drain tank 52 collects condensed water from the circulation pipes and the treatment chamber 35.

[0147] The water supply tank 51 and the drain tank 52 can be detachably installed. Therefore, even if the clothing handling device 1 is not located near the water supply source or drain outlet, the user can disassemble and move the water supply tank 51 and the drain tank 52 when needed.

[0148] The control unit P can be located in the machine room 40. The control unit P can also be located at the door 20. The control unit P can control the various electrical components of the garment handling device 1. Furthermore, the control unit P can receive user commands from the input unit and control the various electrical components of the garment handling device 1 according to the commands. In this embodiment, the input unit can be located at the door 20. The input unit can be a user's personal terminal that is wirelessly linked to the garment handling device 1.

[0149] Additionally, the machine room 40 may include a drawer 53 for storing items needed to manage clothing. The drawer 53 may be designed to be extendable from the machine room 40. Inside the drawer 53, there may be space for storing items such as an iron.

[0150] A clothing hanging part 700 for hanging clothing in the processing chamber 35 may be provided on the upper part of the inner surface of the inner shell 30 (see reference). Figure 3The clothes hanger support 700 can be fixed to the upper surface of the inner shell 30.

[0151] One embodiment of the garment handling apparatus 1 may include a garment hanger 900 capable of suspending garments in the handling chamber 35. The garment hanger 900 is configured to suspend garments in an unfolded state.

[0152] The coat hanger 900 can be installed on the coat hanger support section 700. (Coat hanger 900 - see reference) Figure 3 The garment can be supported on the garment hanger support 700. The garment hanger 900 can be detachably mounted on the garment hanger support 700. If the garment is hung on the garment hanger support 700, the garment can be arranged in a suspended state inside the processing chamber 35.

[0153] In one embodiment, the garment handling device 1 shakes the clothes hanger 900 to remove foreign objects and dust from the garments hanging on it. When the garment handling device 1 shakes the garments, it can shake off foreign objects and dust, and also remove wrinkles. To shake the clothes hanger 900, the clothes hanger support 700 can be configured to reciprocate along its width within the inner housing 30 or reciprocate at a set angle around a rotation axis.

[0154] Figure 3 This is a diagram illustrating the hanger module 100 of the first embodiment that causes the clothes hanger 900 to reciprocate.

[0155] The hanger module 100 is disposed on the upper part of the inner housing 30. The hanger module 100 may include a drive unit 200, a displacement generating unit 300, and a power transmission unit 400.

[0156] The power transmission unit 400 is a component of the swinging clothes hanger support unit 700. The clothes hanger support unit 700 can be provided at the lower part of the power transmission unit 400. When the power transmission unit 400 moves, the clothes hanger support unit 700 moves accordingly. When the clothes hanger support unit 700 moves, the clothes hanger 900 suspended on the clothes hanger support unit 700 swings, thereby achieving the effect of shaking the clothes.

[0157] Multiple power transmission units 400 may be provided. Multiple clothes hanger support units 700 may also be provided in conjunction with the power transmission units 400.

[0158] The drive unit 200 provides power to move the power transmission unit 400. The drive unit 200 may also be configured to protrude into the interior of the inner housing 30, as long as it can transmit power to the power transmission unit 400. However, since the drive unit 200 operates by receiving electrical energy, it is preferable that it is not exposed to steam or hot air. In this embodiment, the drive unit 200 is disposed between the upper surface of the inner housing 30 and the housing 10. In this embodiment, the drive unit 200 is located outside the processing chamber 35, and therefore is not exposed to steam or hot air.

[0159] The power transmission unit 400 can be disposed through the inner housing 30. The power transmission unit 400 can extend through the upper surface of the inner housing 30 and into the interior of the processing chamber 35. The upper end of the power transmission unit 400 is positioned higher than the upper surface of the inner housing 30. The lower end of the power transmission unit 400 is located in the processing chamber 35. The power transmission unit 400 can receive power from the drive unit 200 and transmit it to the clothes hanger support unit 700.

[0160] In an embodiment, the garment handling device 1 may further include a sealing member capable of sealing the area of ​​the inner housing 30 through which the power transmission section 400 penetrates.

[0161] The sealing component may include a support bearing, which is fitted into a hole in the inner housing 30 and the support portion 800 that allows the power transmission portion 400 to pass through, and supports the power transmission portion 400 to rotate. The sealing component can block the outflow of air and steam supplied to the processing chamber 35.

[0162] The upper surface of the inner housing 30 can support the load of the power transmission unit 400 and the drive unit 200. The power transmission unit 400 moves while clothes are hanging, and the load of the drive unit 200 is also relatively large. Therefore, a support unit 800 can also be provided on the upper surface of the inner housing 30. The support unit 800 supports the load of the hanger module 100 so that the hanger module 100 can be stably set up.

[0163] The support portion 800 can be configured on the upper part of the inner shell 30. The support portion 800 can be combined with and supported by the housing 1. The support portion 800 can be made of a durable and non-deformable metal material.

[0164] The power transmission unit 400 and the drive unit 200 can be mounted on the support unit 800. The power transmission unit 400 can extend through the support unit 800 into the processing chamber 35.

[0165] The drive unit 200 includes a motor that rotates the rotating shaft. The drive unit 200 can use the power of the rotating shaft to move the power transmission unit 400.

[0166] Simply rotating the shaft in place may not be enough to move the power transmission unit 400 with sufficient displacement. In this embodiment, the hanger module 100 may also include a displacement generating unit 300. The displacement generating unit 300 is coupled to the rotating shaft rotated by the motor, generating sufficient displacement to move the power transmission unit 400. The displacement generating unit 300 may be connected to or coupled to the drive unit 200. The displacement generating unit 300 may be configured to transmit power from the drive unit 200 to the power transmission unit 400. The displacement generating unit 300 may include an eccentric shaft that rotates along a trajectory larger than the diameter of the rotating shaft. Specific details will be described with reference to other figures. The displacement generating unit 300 can be configured in any way, as long as it can generate displacement that causes the power transmission unit 400 to reciprocate within a specified range. Detailed structure will be described later.

[0167] Figure 4 This is a diagram illustrating the operation of a clothes hanger module 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0168] The clothes hanger module 100 can be configured to make the power transmission unit 400 reciprocate.

[0169] The displacement generating unit 300 can move the power transmission unit 400 directly, but it can also move the power transmission unit 400 using additional components. The hanger module 100 causes the power transmission unit 400 to reciprocate in a rotating motion. The power transmission unit 400 can be configured to reciprocate in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction from a predetermined position, and the clothing hanging on the power transmission unit 400 can also reciprocate in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction. Although the power transmission unit 400 is configured to rotate via the hanger module 100, its position will not change to the left or right.

[0170] Even if the clothing vibrates inside the inner housing 30 due to the power transmission unit 400, the movement of the center of gravity within the inner housing 30 can be limited. Therefore, even if the hanger module 100 is operating, the vibration generated inside the inner housing 30 can be drastically reduced, and noise generation can be minimized.

[0171] The hanger module 100 may also include a reciprocating rotating part 500, which converts the continuous rotational energy generated in the drive part 200 or the displacement generating part 300 into the reciprocating rotational motion of the power transmission part 400.

[0172] The reciprocating rotating part 500 can be configured to connect the displacement generating part 300 and the power transmission part 400 to each other. The reciprocating rotating part 500 can also be configured to connect the displacement generating part 300 and the power transmission part 400 to each other at a position higher than the inner housing 30. By preventing the reciprocating rotating part 500 from protruding into the receiving space 21, damage to clothing due to the reciprocating rotating part 500 can be prevented.

[0173] The hanger module 100 allows a plurality of power transmission units 400 to rotate integrally. The hanger module 100 can be configured to allow the plurality of power transmission units 400 to rotate simultaneously at the same angle. Directly transmitting the power generated by the drive unit 200 to the plurality of power transmission units 400 may be advantageous for rotating all power transmission units 400. However, if the drive unit 200 is configured to directly transmit power to each power transmission unit 400, the structure connecting the drive unit 200 to all power transmission units 400 may become complex. Furthermore, if there are a plurality of drive units 200, or a plurality of configurations connecting the drive units 200 to all power transmission units 400, excessive load may be placed on the inner housing 30 or the support unit 800. Additionally, it may cause inconvenience in controlling the plurality of drive units 200. Furthermore, if the displacement generating unit 300 and the reciprocating rotating unit 500 are connected to transmit power from one drive unit 200 to all power transmission units 400 respectively, the configuration and structure of the displacement generating unit 300 and the reciprocating rotating unit 500 become complex, which may reduce reliability. Therefore, the hanger module 100 can be configured such that one drive unit 200 generates power to rotate a plurality of power transmission units 400.

[0174] The hanger module 100 can be configured such that the power generated by the drive unit 200 can be preferentially transmitted to a portion of the power transmission units 400 or a portion of the reciprocating rotating units 500, while the remaining power transmission units 400 or the remaining reciprocating rotating units 500 can receive the power a second time. For example, the reciprocating rotating unit 500 can be configured to receive the power transmitted from the drive unit 200 or the displacement generating unit 300 and transmit it to a portion of the power transmission units 400. That is, the hanger module 100 can be configured to concentrate the power generated by the drive unit 200 to a single reciprocating rotating unit 500, thereby simplifying the design of the power transmission structure and minimizing power loss.

[0175] In one embodiment, the hanger module 100 transmits power from the drive unit 200 to a reciprocating rotary unit 500. The power transmitted from the drive unit 200 can rotate a specific power transmission unit 400 connected to the reciprocating rotary unit 500. Additionally, the hanger module 100 may include a connecting part 600 configured to transmit power from the specific power transmission unit 400 to other power transmission units 400. For example, the connecting part 600 may be configured to connect a plurality of power transmission units 400 to each other. Thus, when any one power transmission unit 400 rotates, the connecting part 600 can cause all of the plurality of power transmission units 400 to rotate.

[0176] Reference Figure 4(a) If the drive unit 200 is in operation, the power transmission unit 400 can rotate to the right via the reciprocating rotating unit 500. At this time, all of the power transmission units 400 connected to the connecting unit 600 can also rotate to the right.

[0177] Reference Figure 4 (b) If the drive unit 200 operates further, the power transmission unit 400 can rotate to the left via the reciprocating rotating unit 500. At this time, the plurality of power transmission units 400 connected to the connecting unit 600 can also all rotate to the left.

[0178] As the above process is repeated, the power transmission unit 400 can rotate left and right.

[0179] At this time, the power transmission unit 400 can be configured to rotate left and right while fixed in a predetermined position. The power transmission unit 400 can be fixed to the support unit 800 so that its position does not change in the front-back, left-right, or right-side directions during rotation. The power transmission unit 400 can be fixed so that its position does not move based on the vertical, front-back, and width directions. However, the power transmission unit 400 can be configured to rotate left and right about the vertical or height direction extending from the power transmission unit 400 as a rotation axis. As a result, if the drive unit 200 is driven, the clothes hanger support unit 700 can reciprocate left and right about the power transmission unit 400 as an axis.

[0180] Reference Figure 4 (c) The garment hanger 900 of the embodiment may include a hook 910 and a mounting portion 920. The hook 910 is disposed on the garment hanger support portion 700. The hook 910 is disposed on the garment hanger support portion 700 so that the garment hanger 900 can be suspended on the garment hanger support portion 700.

[0181] The storage section 920 is a structure for storing clothing. The storage section 920 and the hook section 910 are connected to each other. An anti-slip part 950 can be provided on the surface of the storage section 950 to prevent clothing from slipping. The storage section 920 can be arranged symmetrically with the hook section 910 as the center. The hanging part 900 can be suspended from the hanging support part 700, and the length direction of the storage section 920 is arranged along the front and back direction of the box body 10.

[0182] The power transmission unit 400 can be configured to reciprocate at a predetermined angle of less than 360° while the rotation center is fixed. If the power transmission unit 400 rotates to the left, the left side of the mounting part 920 of the hanging part 900 can rotate to the left with reference to the hook part 910, and the right side of the mounting part 950 can rotate to the right. At this time, the angle I of rotation of the left side of the mounting part 950 is the same as the angle θ of rotation of the right side of the mounting part 950. The distance that the left side of the mounting part 950 moves can be the same as the distance that the right side of the mounting part 950 moves.

[0183] The clothes hanger module 100 of this embodiment of the invention enables the power transmission unit 400 to reciprocate at a faster frequency by rotating the drive unit 200 at a higher RPM. The clothing handling device 1 of this embodiment of the invention allows free adjustment of the RPM of the drive unit 200 to adjust the drive frequency or drive cycle of the power transmission unit 400 to match the program.

[0184] Figure 5 This is a diagram illustrating one embodiment of the hanger module 100 according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0185] The hanger module 100 can be configured to transmit the power of the drive unit 200 to only one of the plurality of power transmission units 400, and to transmit the power transmitted to the specific power transmission unit 400 to the other power transmission units 400 through the connection unit 600.

[0186] The displacement generating unit 300 or the reciprocating rotation unit 500 can be configured to centrally transmit the power generated by one driving unit 200 to one power transmission unit 400. The connecting unit 600 can transmit the power transmitted to a specific power transmission unit 400 to all power transmission units 400. The connecting unit 600 can be constructed of a rigid body and can be configured to have an invariable length. The connecting unit 600 can be configured to connect all the power transmission units 400. When the connecting unit 600 moves, all the power transmission units 400 can rotate simultaneously in the same direction and at the same angle. The hanger module 100 can use one driving unit 200 to make a plurality of power transmission units 400 move simultaneously at the same angle.

[0187] The hanger module 100 may include a drive unit 200, a reciprocating rotating unit 500, and a connecting unit 600. The drive unit 200 is fixed to the upper part of the inner housing 30 and provides power to move the power transmission unit 400. A plurality of reciprocating rotating units 500 are provided. Each of the plurality of reciprocating rotating units 500 is connected to a plurality of power transmission units 400. The reciprocating rotating units 500 receive power from the drive unit 200 and rotate in a manner that repeatedly switches the direction of rotation. The connecting unit 600 connects the plurality of reciprocating rotating units 500 to each other.

[0188] The connecting part 600 may include a bar. The bar is configured to connect a plurality of reciprocating rotating parts 500 and enable the plurality of reciprocating rotating parts 500 to rotate uniformly. The connecting part 600 may be a single unit. Alternatively, the connecting part 600 may connect all of a plurality of power transmission parts 400. The connecting part 600 may be coupled to either the front or rear of the reciprocating rotating part 500. One or more of the displacement generating part 300 and the drive part 200 may be coupled to the other of the front and rear of the reciprocating rotating part 500. One or more of the displacement generating part 300 and the drive part 200 may be configured to the other of the front and rear of the reciprocating rotating part 500. The connecting part 600 and the drive part 200 may not interfere with each other.

[0189] The connecting part 600 can be configured to reciprocate along the width direction of the inner housing 30 and rotate a plurality of reciprocating rotating parts 500.

[0190] The drive unit 200 may include a motor 210, a transmission unit 230, and a power shaft 240. The motor 210 rotates the rotating shaft 220. The power shaft 240 is configured to rotate together with the rotating shaft 210 when it rotates. The transmission unit 230 connects the power shaft 240 and the rotating shaft 210 to transmit the rotational force of the rotating shaft 210 to the power shaft 240.

[0191] Motor 210 is fixed to the upper part of inner housing 20 and rotates rotating shaft 220. Rotating shaft 220 is configured to rotate at a speed much higher than the appropriate cycle for reciprocating rotation of power transmission unit 400. Considering this, if the RPM of rotating shaft 220 is reduced, there is a risk that the output of motor 210 cannot be transmitted to power transmission unit 400. Transmission unit 230 can transmit the output of rotating shaft 220 to power transmission unit 400 as is, but at a reduced RPM.

[0192] The transmission unit 230 is connected to and rotates with the rotating shaft 220. The transmission unit 230 may have a larger diameter than the rotating shaft 220 and rotate. The transmission unit 230 may rotate at a slower speed than the rotating shaft 220 (RPM) and transmit the torque of the rotating shaft 220.

[0193] The power shaft 240 can be configured to rotate via the transmission unit 230. The power shaft 240 can be provided independently relative to the rotation shaft 230. The power shaft 240 is configured to directly transmit power to the power transmission unit 400.

[0194] The reciprocating rotating part 500 can be configured to be coupled to the power transmission part 400 and capable of rotating together with the power transmission part 400. The reciprocating rotating part 500 may include a reciprocating rod 510. The reciprocating rod 510 is configured to be coupled to the upper part of the power transmission part 400 and to rotate the power transmission part 400. The rotation center of the reciprocating rod 510 may be coupled to the support shaft 410 of the power transmission part 400 (see reference). Figure 6 The reciprocating rod 510 can be formed in a rib shape or a rod shape.

[0195] Reciprocating rods 510 can be attached to the upper ends of a plurality of power transmission units 400. Some of the reciprocating rods 510 can be configured to connect to the transmission unit 230 and receive power from the motor 210. The reciprocating rods 510 can be configured to reciprocate at a predetermined angle when the transmission unit 230 rotates via the motor 210. The power transmission unit 400 can be configured to connect to the rotation center of the reciprocating rods 510 and rotate together with them. The plurality of reciprocating rods 510 can be configured to be connected by a connecting part 600. The connecting part 600 can be configured to connect one end of each of the plurality of reciprocating rods 510. Whenever any one of the plurality of reciprocating rods 510 rotates, the connecting part 600 moves, thereby allowing the plurality of reciprocating rods 510 to rotate simultaneously.

[0196] Motor 210 can be supported on support part 800. Transmission part 230 can be supported on support part 800. Power transmission part 400 can be supported on support part 800. Reciprocating rod 510 can be supported on support part 800.

[0197] Figure 6 This is a diagram showing the hanger module 100 of the first embodiment separated from the inner housing 30.

[0198] The power transmission section 400 can be configured to extend downward from the upper part of the inner housing 30. The clothes hanger support section 700 can be attached to the lower part of the power transmission section 400.

[0199] The reciprocating rotary part 500 can be combined with each power transmission part 400. The reciprocating rotary part 500 is combined with the upper part of the power transmission part 400, so that it can be easily connected with the drive part 200.

[0200] A plurality of power transmission units 400 and reciprocating rotation units 500 are provided and are arranged at a predetermined distance apart along the width direction of the inner housing 30.

[0201] The connecting part 600 is configured to connect a plurality of power transmission parts 400 or a plurality of reciprocating rotating parts 500 to each other. The connecting part 600 may be configured to allow the plurality of power transmission parts 400 or the plurality of reciprocating rotating parts 500 to rotate simultaneously as a whole.

[0202] The power transmission unit 400 may include a support shaft 410. The support shaft 410 passes through the upper part of the inner housing 20 and is connected to the reciprocating rod 510. The support shaft 410 may pass through the support part 800 and protrude from the upper part of the support part 800 or the upper part of the inner housing 20.

[0203] The power transmission unit 400 may include an auxiliary support unit 420, which is coupled to the support shaft 410 and protrudes into the processing chamber 35. The auxiliary support unit 420 may be formed in the shape of a rod. A clothes hanger support unit 700 may be coupled to and fixed to the lower part of the auxiliary support unit 420. The auxiliary support unit 420 may be configured to be fixed to the support shaft 410 and rotate together with the support shaft 410. When the support shaft 410 rotates via the reciprocating rod 510, the auxiliary support unit 420 also rotates, thereby allowing the clothes hanger support unit 700 to rotate left and right.

[0204] The reciprocating rod 510 may include a main rod 511 and an auxiliary rod 512. The main rod 511 receives power directly from the drive unit 200 to reciprocate. The auxiliary rod 512 receives power from the main rod 511 via a connecting part 600. A single main rod 511 may be provided. Multiple auxiliary rods 512 may be provided.

[0205] In the drive unit 200, the motor 210 may include a vertical motor 211 and a vertical rotation shaft 221. The vertical motor 211 is attached to the support unit 800. The vertical rotation shaft 221 is rotated by the vertical motor 211.

[0206] The transmission unit 230 may include a drive pulley 231, a transmission pulley 232, and a belt 233. The drive pulley 231 is coupled to and rotates together with the vertical rotation shaft 221. The transmission pulley 232 is coupled to and rotates the drive shaft 240. The belt 233 connects a portion of the outer circumferential surface of the drive pulley 231 and the transmission pulley 232.

[0207] The transmission unit 230 may further include a pulley support 234 that supports the drive shaft 240 and the transmission pulley 232 so that they are rotatable. The pulley support 234 may be configured such that the transmission pulley 232 and the drive pulley 231 are arranged side by side. The pulley support 234 may be mounted on the support unit 800.

[0208] The power shaft 240 can be configured to transmit the power received from the rotating shaft 220 to one of the two ends of the main rod 511.

[0209] Figure 7This diagram illustrates the combined structure of the drive unit and the displacement generating unit. The displacement generating unit 300 can be coupled to the power shaft 240 and receive power. The displacement generating unit 300 can be connected to the main rod 511, causing the main rod 511 to reciprocate about the support shaft 410. The displacement generating unit 300 may include an eccentric shaft 310, which is eccentrically coupled to the power shaft 240 and rotates with a predetermined radius based on the rotation center of the power shaft 240.

[0210] The pulley 232 is disc-shaped, and a drive shaft 240 can be securely attached to it. The drive shaft 240 may include a shaft body 241 and a shaft protrusion 242. The shaft body 241 is attached to the pulley 232 and extends toward the main rod 511. The shaft protrusion 242 is attached to the upper end of the shaft body 241 and fixed to the pulley 232.

[0211] The pulley support 234 of the transmission section 230 can be mounted on the support section 800 to support the shaft body 241 so that it can rotate, and also to support the load of the transmission pulley 232. The pulley support 234 can be made of metal.

[0212] The displacement generating unit 300 may include an eccentric shaft 310, which is inserted into the main receiving hole 5111 at the end of the power shaft 240 and is rotatable. In an embodiment, the main receiving hole 5111 may be configured as a hole, but it can also be configured as a groove as long as the power shaft 240 can be inserted and rotated. The eccentric shaft 310 may be configured to rotate along a trajectory larger than the diameter of the central axis of the power shaft 240.

[0213] The main body 511 can be coupled to and fixed to a support shaft 410 that penetrates the inner housing 30 or the support portion 800. The main body 511 can be configured such that its rotation center is coupled to the support shaft 410, and one end of it accommodates an eccentric shaft 310. The power transmission portion 400 may include the support shaft 410 and an auxiliary support portion 420 extending from the support shaft 410. The auxiliary support portion 420 can accommodate a portion of the support shaft 410 and is coupled to the support shaft 410.

[0214] The support section 800 can be configured to have a support bearing 530 mounted on its top surface, supporting the support shaft 410 so that it can rotate. The main body 511 can be attached to the upper part of the support bearing 530. It can support the load transmitted to the power transmission section 400 via the clothes hanger support section 700 and the clothes hanger section 900. The support shaft 410 of the power transmission section 400 is configured to support the load of the auxiliary support section 420. The support bearing 530 and the main rod 511 are configured to support the load of the support shaft 410. The support bearing 530 and the auxiliary rod 512 also support the load of the support shaft 410 to which they are attached. The load of the support bearing 530 and the reciprocating rod 510 is supported by the support section 800 via the support bearing 530. As a result, the support section 800 can support the entire load of the movable clothes hanger 100 and is fixed to the housing 10.

[0215] Figure 8 An exploded perspective view of the hanger module 100 of the first embodiment is shown.

[0216] The power transmission unit 400 may include a support shaft 410 and an auxiliary support unit 420. The support shaft 410 extends through the upper surface of the inner housing 30 and is coupled to the reciprocating rod 510. The auxiliary support unit 420 is coupled to the support shaft 410 and disposed in the processing chamber 35. A clothes hanger support 700 for hanging clothes hangers 900 or clothing is coupled to the auxiliary support unit 420.

[0217] The support shaft 410 can be formed as a cylinder with a length longer than its diameter. The support shaft 410 can be easily rotated by the reciprocating rod 510. The diameter of the support shaft 410 is much smaller than the diameter of the auxiliary support 420, thus allowing it to penetrate the inner shell or support 800 with a smaller area. This further reduces the possibility of hot air or steam supplied to the housing space leaking into the upper part of the inner shell 20.

[0218] The cross-sectional area of ​​the auxiliary support part 420 can be larger than the cross-sectional area of ​​the support shaft 410, and the length of the auxiliary support part 420 can be larger than the length of the support shaft 410. The auxiliary support part 420 can ensure the rigidity and area of ​​the clothes hanger support part 700 and the clothes hanger part 900.

[0219] The support portion 800 may include a support plate 810 through which a support shaft 410 passes, and the support plate 810 supports the drive portion 200. The support plate 810 is made of a metal plate to ensure rigidity and durability, and the support plate 810 may extend in the direction in which the plurality of power transmission portions 400 are arranged. The support portion 800 may include an extension body 812 and a mounting body 813. The extension body 812 extends upward from both ends of the support plate 810 to form a space between the drive portion 200 and the reciprocating rotating portion 500, which are positioned on the upper part of the inner housing 30 and the box 10. The mounting body 813 extends from the extension body 812 and is mounted on the support frame 12.

[0220] The support portion 800 may include a shaft through portion 820 through which the support shaft 410 can pass.

[0221] Multiple shaft through portions 820 can be provided, and they can be provided at positions corresponding to the positions of the power transmission portions 400, and can be separately arranged along the length direction of the support plate 810.

[0222] The support portion 800 may also include an auxiliary plate 880 attached to the lower part of the support plate 810. The auxiliary plate 880 may be made of resin and may be configured to accommodate a portion of the outer peripheral surface of the power transmission portion 400.

[0223] The auxiliary plate 880 may include a plurality of receiving holes 882, a plurality of extending steps 883, and a fixing plate 881. The plurality of receiving holes 882 may be disposed at the lower part of the support plate 810 and may accommodate the power transmission part 400 so as to be rotatable. The plurality of extending steps 883 extend from the receiving holes 882 to a wider width. The fixing plate 881 extends from the extending steps 883 and faces the support plate 810, and may be joined and fixed to the support plate 810.

[0224] The receiving hole 882 can be configured to be located at the upper end of the support shaft 410 or the auxiliary support part 420 to prevent hot air or air from being discharged into the shaft through part 820. The extended step 883 can distribute the load or impact transmitted to the auxiliary plate 880, and can also prevent the receiving hole 882 from colliding or interfering with the clothes hanger part 900.

[0225] The support 800 may also include a mounting plate 860 mounted on the upper part of the support plate 810.

[0226] The mounting plate 860 can support the bearing mounted on the shaft through part 820, while also preventing the reciprocating rod 510 and the connecting part 600 from colliding or rubbing against the supporting plate 810.

[0227] The mounting plate 860 may include a mounting plate 861. The mounting plate 861 is mounted on the upper part of the support plate 810. A mounting hole 862 may be formed in the mounting plate 861, which penetrates the mounting plate 861 and is disposed in the area corresponding to the shaft through portion 820.

[0228] The reciprocating rod 510 may include a main rod 511 that receives power directly from the drive unit 200 and an auxiliary rod 512 that receives power from the main rod 511 through the connecting part 600. The main rod 511 and the auxiliary rod 512 may be configured to be coupled to their respective support shafts 410 and rotate around the support shafts 410 as the center of rotation.

[0229] Link 610 may include a link body 611 and a connecting hook 612. The link body 611 may be mounted on and connected to the main link 511 and the auxiliary link 512. The connecting hook 612 may protrude from the link body 611 and be rotatably disposed on the main link 511 and the auxiliary link 512. If link 610 rotates left or right, either the main link 511 or the auxiliary link 512 may rotate back and forth left and right.

[0230] The reciprocating rod 510 may also include a connecting bearing 513. A plurality of connecting bearings 513 may be provided. The connecting bearing 513 is attached to one end of the main rod 511 and supports the connecting hook 612 for rotation. The connecting bearing 513 is also attached to one end of the auxiliary rod 512 and supports the connecting hook 612 for rotation.

[0231] The reciprocating rotating part 500 may further include a support bearing 530 capable of supporting the support shaft 410 or the reciprocating rod 510 for rotation. The support bearing 530 accommodates the support shaft 410 for rotation and may be mounted in the shaft through part 820. The reciprocating rod 510 may be disposed on the upper part of the support bearing 530. The support bearing 530 may also be composed of a plurality of support bearings stacked together, and may be composed of ball bearings, oilless bearings, or bushings.

[0232] The mounting plate 860 can be configured to support the support bearing 530 and prevent hot air or moisture from being exposed from the outer peripheral surface of the support bearing 530. The auxiliary plate 880 can also be configured to be disposed below the support bearing 530 and prevent hot air or moisture from being exposed from the outer peripheral surface of the support bearing 530.

[0233] Figure 9 This is a diagram illustrating the operation of the hanger module 100 of the first embodiment.

[0234] The main rod 511 may include a main body 5111. The main body 5111 is coupled to the support shaft 410 and to the connecting rod 610. The main body 5111 may include a main center hole 5115 coupled to the support shaft 410 and capable of rotating the support shaft 410. The main body 5111 may extend to both sides from the main center hole 5115. A main receiving hole 5112 for receiving power from the drive unit 200 may be provided at one end of the main body 5111, and a main transmission hole 5113 may be provided at the other end, with the connecting rod 610 disposed and coupled to the main transmission hole 5113.

[0235] The auxiliary rod 512 may include an auxiliary body 5121 and an auxiliary center hole 5125. The auxiliary center hole 5125 is coupled to the support shaft 410. The auxiliary body 5121 is formed to extend to one side from the auxiliary center hole 5125. The auxiliary body 5121 is provided with an auxiliary transmission hole 5123 that engages with the connecting rod 610. The length of the auxiliary body 5121 may be less than the length of the main body 5111.

[0236] The distance from the main center hole 5115 to the main transmission hole 5113 can be set to be the same as the distance from the auxiliary center hole 5125 to the auxiliary transmission hole 5123. The connecting rod 610 can be placed on the upper part of the auxiliary transmission hole 5123 and the main transmission hole 5113 and connect the auxiliary rod 512 and the main rod 511 to each other.

[0237] Reference Figure 9 (b) The drive unit 200 can be configured such that the power shaft 240 is inserted into the main receiving hole 5112. Thus, it can be configured such that the main receiving hole 5112 can be rotated left and right by directly rotating the power shaft 240.

[0238] An eccentric shaft 310 is accommodated in the main receiving hole 5112. The diameter of the eccentric shaft 310 can be set to be smaller than the diameter or width of the main receiving hole 5112. Thus, the eccentric shaft 310 can be inserted into and supported in the main receiving hole 5112. The predetermined radius of rotation of the eccentric shaft 310 can be set to be larger than the width or diameter of the main receiving hole 5112. As a result, if the eccentric shaft 310 rotates, the main receiving hole 5112 can be pushed by the eccentric shaft 310, moving left and right with respect to the main center hole 5115.

[0239] If the eccentric shaft 310 rotates in a specific direction, the main receiving hole 5112 of the main body 511 will also reciprocate in the specified direction. As a result, the center hole 5115 of the main body 511 can also rotate in the same direction as the main receiving hole 5112, while the main transmission hole 5113 can reciprocate in the opposite direction to the specified direction.

[0240] If the eccentric shaft 310 rotates, the support shaft 410 and the main center hole 5115 rotate reciprocally together, thereby allowing the power transmission unit 400 to rotate reciprocally. The main transmission hole 5113 also rotates reciprocally to move the connecting rod 610 reciprocally, thus allowing the auxiliary rod 521 to rotate reciprocally around the auxiliary center hole 5125 and the support shaft 410. The power transmission unit 400, connected to the auxiliary rod 521, can also rotate reciprocally.

[0241] The power transmission unit 400 may have threads provided along the periphery of the upper part of the support shaft 410. The main transmission hole 5113 and the auxiliary center hole 5125 may be directly connected and fixed to the support shaft 410 by means of threads or the like.

[0242] The power transmission unit 400 may further include a transmission coupling 415, which is threadedly engaged with the support shaft 410 to fix the support shaft 410 to the main transmission hole 5113 and the auxiliary center hole 5125 after the support shaft 410 passes directly through the main transmission hole 5113 and the auxiliary center hole 5125. The support shaft 410 and the reciprocating rod 510 are engaged by the transmission coupling 415, so that the support shaft 410 and the reciprocating rod 510 can rotate simultaneously.

[0243] Figure 10 This is an additional diagram used to illustrate the reciprocating rotation process of the reciprocating rotating part 500.

[0244] like Figure 10 As shown in (b), the eccentric shaft 310 is positioned at position I, allowing it to be positioned at one or both ends of the main receiving hole 5112. Subsequently, if the power shaft 240 rotates 90 degrees clockwise, the eccentric shaft 310 can move 1 / 2R to the right because it separates from the rotation center of the power shaft 240 by 1 / 2R. The main center hole 5112 also moves to the right, causing the main body 5111 to rotate the support shaft 410 clockwise. Consequently, the power transmission part 400, which is coupled to the main rod 511, rotates clockwise, and the clothes hanger support part 700, coupled to the power transmission part 400, and the clothes hanger part 900 suspended from the clothes hanger support part 700, also rotate clockwise. Therefore, the clothing also rotates clockwise.

[0245] On the other hand, the main transmission hole 5113 moves to the left, opposite to the main receiving hole 5112, with the support shaft 410 as the center. Therefore, the connecting part 600 moves to the left, and all the auxiliary rods 512 connected to the connecting part 600 move to the left, so that all the power transmission parts 400 connected to the auxiliary rods 512 can rotate clockwise.

[0246] Subsequently, if the drive shaft 310 rotates 90 degrees, it is positioned in position III; if it rotates 180 degrees, it is positioned in position IV. During this process, the main center hole 5112 moves to the left again and then further to the left, causing the main rod 511 to move counterclockwise. As a result, the main rod 511 can change from state (b) to state (a). During this process, the power transmission part 400 connected to the main rod 511 rotates clockwise, and the clothes hanger support part 700 connected to the power transmission part 400 and the clothes hanger part 900 suspended from the clothes hanger support part 700 also rotate counterclockwise. Therefore, the clothes also rotate counterclockwise.

[0247] On the other hand, the main transmission hole 5113 moves to the right, opposite to the main receiving hole 5112, with the support shaft 410 as the center. Therefore, the connecting part 600 moves to the right, and all the auxiliary rods 512 connected to the connecting part 600 move to the left, so that all the power transmission parts 400 connected to the auxiliary rods 512 can rotate counterclockwise.

[0248] If the power shaft 240 rotates continuously in a clockwise direction, the eccentric shaft 310 can also rotate continuously, and the aforementioned process can be repeated indefinitely. If the power shaft 240 rotates continuously in a counterclockwise direction, the eccentric shaft 310 can also rotate continuously in a counterclockwise direction, and the aforementioned process can be repeated indefinitely in the opposite order. As a result, the clothing can sway left and right around the support shaft 410 of the suspended power transmission unit 400.

[0249] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the movement of the clothes hanger 900 implemented by the clothes hanger module 100 of the first embodiment.

[0250] The first embodiment of the clothes hanger module 100 causes the clothes hanger 900 to reciprocate within a set angle θ about the central portion 901 as the center O. According to the first embodiment, the clothes hanger 900 reciprocates from a first position P1 to a second position P2, and then from the second position P2 back to the first position P1. Since the clothes hanger 900 is placed on the clothes hanger support portion 700, the clothes hanger support portion 700 (refer to the first position P1) where the clothes hanger 900 is located is... Figure 4 The position of the first position is referred to as the first position, and the clothes hanger 900 will be located in the second position P2 of the clothes hanger support 700 (see reference). Figure 4The position is referred to as the second position. According to the first embodiment, the garment suspended on the hanger 900 experiences different displacements at the central portion 901 and the end portion 902. According to the embodiment, the minimum displacement occurs at the central portion 901, and the displacement at the central portion 901 can be Xmin. Xmin can be 0. The maximum displacement occurs at the end portion 902, and the displacement at the end portion can be Xmax. When moving from the first position P1 to the second position P2, the maximum displacement Xmax occurs at the end portion 902 of the hanger 900. The minimum displacement Xmin occurs at the central portion 901 of the hanger. That is, during the movement from the first position P1 to the second position P2, the displacement varies depending on the position of the hanger 900. Since the force transmitted to the garment is proportional to the acceleration, the force transmitted at the end portion 901 is greater than the force transmitted at the central portion 902. Therefore, in the first embodiment, the force transmitted to the clothing is defined as the displacement of the reference portion 903 as the reference displacement Xref, and the reference portion 903 is the intermediate position between the end portion 902, which is the position where the maximum displacement is generated, and the central portion 901, which is the position where the minimum displacement is generated.

[0251] According to the first embodiment, the force generated on the clothing can be mathematically defined as follows.

[0252] The force generated on the clothing =

[0253] m: weight of clothing, Xref: reference displacement, t = time required to move from P1 to P2

[0254] Figure 12 The hanger module 100' of the second embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0255] The clothes hanger module 100' may include a support rod 120', a clothes hanger support part 700', and a drive part 400'.

[0256] The drive unit 400' may include a motor 451' fixed to the upper part of the support rod 120' and rotating the rotating shaft 453'. The drive unit 400' may also include an eccentric shaft 455', which is coupled to the rotating shaft 453' and rotates along a trajectory with a larger radius of rotation than the rotating shaft 453'.

[0257] A reciprocating guide 500' can be provided at the center of the support rod 120' to accommodate the eccentric shaft 455' and receive power. The eccentric shaft 455' can move with the rotation of the rotating shaft 543' while engaged with the reciprocating guide 500', causing the reciprocating guide 500' to move back and forth. The eccentric shaft 455' can be rotated by engaging with the end of the connecting shaft 452', which is engaged with the end of the rotating shaft 453'.

[0258] Figure 13This is a diagram showing the structure of the support rod 120' of the hanger module 100' in the second embodiment, which moves left and right.

[0259] The reciprocating guide 500' may include a slit 541' formed along the thickness direction of the support rod 120' and accommodating the eccentric shaft 455'.

[0260] Reference Figure 13 (a) The eccentric shaft 455' can be configured to be inserted into the slit 541' and rotate along an arc trajectory with a radius R that is separated from the rotation axis 453'. The support rod 120' can be configured to be fixed in the garment handling device 1 so that it can only move left and right, and not forward or backward.

[0261] Reference Figure 13 (b) If the eccentric shaft 455' rotates 90 degrees to the right, then because the eccentric shaft 55 moves to the right by R, the slit 541' can move to the right by R together with the eccentric shaft 55. As a result, the support rod 2 moves to the right.

[0262] In this way, if the eccentric shaft 455' rotates 180 degrees to the left, the slit 541' moves to the left, and the support rod 120 also moves to the left. If the rotating shaft 453' rotates one revolution, the support rod 120' can move back and forth to the left and right once. If the rotating shaft 453' rotates continuously, the support rod 120' can move back and forth to the left and right several times. A clothes hanger 900 can be suspended in the clothes hanger support section 700'. The clothes suspended in the clothes hanger support section 700' are subjected to left and right vibrations, thereby separating foreign objects or dust.

[0263] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the movement of the clothes hanger 900 implemented by the clothes hanger module 100' of the second embodiment.

[0264] In the second embodiment, the hanger module 100' causes the clothes hanger 900 to reciprocate from a first position P1 to a second position P2. The first position P1 is the position where the hanger moves to the right from the reference position P0. The second position P2 is the position where the hanger moves to the left from the reference position P0. The first position P1 represents the maximum displacement in the right direction, and the second position P2 represents the maximum displacement in the left direction.

[0265] According to the second embodiment, when moving from the first position P1 to the second position P2, the displacement of all positions of the clothes hanger 900 is X, which remains the same.

[0266] According to the second embodiment, the force generated on the clothing can be mathematically defined as follows.

[0267] The force generated on the clothing =

[0268] m: weight of clothing, X: displacement, t = time required to move from P1 to P2

[0269] Considering the space limitations of the garment handling device 1 and issues such as collisions between garments, the maximum displacement of the garment hanger is limited. Therefore, the maximum displacement Xmax in the first embodiment and the maximum displacement X in the second embodiment can be substantially the same. In the embodiments, Xmax and X can be from 28mm to 84mm. Preferably, they can be from 50mm to 60mm.

[0270] Considering that the force transmitted to the clothing in the device of the first embodiment is Xref instead of Xmax, the hanger module 100 of the first embodiment needs to move at a higher vibration frequency than the hanger module 100' of the second embodiment.

[0271] <Driving method of the clothes hanger module in this embodiment of the invention>

[0272] According to an embodiment of the present invention, clothing is processed by reciprocating a clothes hanger 900 from a first position P1 to a second position P2. The reciprocating speed can be defined by the vibration frequency. The vibration frequency can be defined in rpm. rpm can be the number of reciprocations per minute. According to the embodiment, when the rotating shaft 220 of the motor 210 rotates once, the clothes hanger 900 can move from the first position P1 to the second position P2 and then back to the first position P1, so the rpm of the motor 900 can be the same as the rpm of the clothes hanger 900.

[0273] The control unit P can control the rpm of the clothes hanger 900. In this embodiment, the control unit P can control the rpm of the clothes hanger 900 by controlling the rotational speed of the motor. The clothes hanger 900 can move at a reference vibration frequency. In this embodiment, the reference vibration frequency can be defined according to the reference described below.

[0274] <Reference Vibration Frequency>

[0275] Figure 15 The lateral oscillation of specimen M is recorded as a graph used to illustrate the range of vibration frequencies defined by the reference vibration frequency.

[0276] Reference Figure 15 Sample M was suspended inside the garment processing device 1 at hanger 90°. The swing of sample M exhibited a wave-like pattern. Sample M was made of cotton fabric, measuring 20 x 90 cm (width x length), and weighing 151 g / m². 2At the reference vibration frequency, in the waveform formed by the oscillation of the sample M, the first waveform W1 when the sample is biased to one side and the second waveform W2 when it is biased to the other side overlap at two points. With two overlap points, the amplitude of the clothing can be sufficiently ensured, resulting in higher processing efficiency. With three overlap points, the amplitude of the clothing is no greater than with two overlap points; moreover, when the clothing is wet, it may be subjected to excessive impact, leading to deformation. In this embodiment of the invention, the vibration frequency in the range where the number of overlap points of the two outermost waveforms formed by the oscillation of the sample M is two is defined as the reference vibration frequency. According to the second embodiment, the reference vibration frequency is 200 rpm to 250 rpm.

[0277] Figure 16 This is a diagram showing the oscillation of the sample M corresponding to the vibration frequency.

[0278] Reference Figure 16 From left to right, the diagram shows the state of the sample M moving at a higher vibration frequency. The range where the number of overlapping points is two is defined as the reference vibration frequency. At vibration frequencies lower than the reference vibration frequency, there is one overlapping point. At vibration frequencies lower than the reference vibration frequency, there may be no overlapping points. At vibration frequencies higher than the reference vibration frequency, there are three overlapping points, or more than three may occur.

[0279] Figure 17 It is a diagram showing the oscillation of hemp, cotton, and silk samples after vibration is applied at a reference vibration frequency.

[0280] All specimens were identical in size, 20 x 90 cm (transverse x longitudinal). In the experimental example, if the cotton specimen was vibrated at the reference frequency, two overlapping points were produced. If the linen specimen was vibrated at the same reference frequency, two overlapping points were produced. If the silk specimen was vibrated at the same reference frequency, three overlapping points were produced.

[0281] Figure 18 It is a diagram showing the oscillations corresponding to the results of applying vibration to hemp, cotton, and silk samples at a low-speed vibration frequency below the reference vibration frequency.

[0282] In the experimental example, the low-speed vibration frequency is the vibration frequency at which one overlap point is produced when the cotton sample is vibrated. If the same low-speed vibration frequency is applied to the linen sample, zero overlap points will be produced. If the same low-speed vibration frequency is applied to the silk sample, two overlap points will be produced.

[0283] If passed Figure 17 and Figure 18Experimental examples show that fabrics with better drape (more supple) have more overlapping points at the same rpm. As the number of overlapping points increases, the size of the formed antinodes (the thicker parts of the waveform) decreases, and the degree of force concentration also changes.

[0284] <Improving garment processing efficiency through variable vibration frequency control>

[0285] According to embodiments of the present invention, the vibration frequency applied to the clothing can be variably controlled, thereby improving clothing processing efficiency. The vibration frequency applied to the clothing by the hanger modules 100 and 100' can be... Figure 19 The vibration frequency varies within the range shown.

[0286] The first vibration frequency, which is the minimum vibration frequency, can be a range of vibration frequencies generated by at least one overlapping point of the silk sample. The first vibration frequency can be more than 40% of the reference vibration frequency.

[0287] The reference vibration frequency is named the fourth vibration frequency.

[0288] The sixth vibration frequency, which is the maximum vibration frequency, can be the vibration frequency corresponding to the maximum output of the motor. The maximum output of the motor can be set taking into account the noise generated by the vibration of the motor itself and the vibration of the clothing handling device 1.

[0289] According to the movable clothes hanger 100 of the first embodiment, the first vibration frequency can be 120 rpm, the second vibration frequency can be 150 rpm, the third vibration frequency can be 200 rpm, the fourth vibration frequency can be 250 rpm, the fifth vibration frequency can be 300 rpm, and the sixth vibration frequency can be 350 rpm.

[0290] According to the second embodiment of the movable clothes hanger 100', the first vibration frequency can be 80 rpm, the second vibration frequency can be 110 rpm, the third vibration frequency can be 150 rpm, the fourth vibration frequency can be 180 rpm, the fifth vibration frequency can be 210 rpm, and the sixth vibration frequency can be 250 rpm.

[0291] In the case of the first embodiment, since the first vibration frequency is 120 rpm and the sixth vibration frequency is 350 rpm, the difference between the two is 230 rpm, and the range of vibration frequencies is relatively wide. Therefore, by simply changing the vibration frequency, more precise clothing treatment can be achieved than in the second embodiment, and higher clothing treatment performance can be expected.

[0292] Reference Figure 20 This describes the six motion modes provided by the clothing processing device 1 according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0293] The motion mode is the control method by which the hanger module 100 applies vibration to the clothing. Each motion mode uses a different vibration frequency to apply vibration to the clothing.

[0294] The first motion mode is a mode that applies vibration to the garment at a fourth vibration frequency, which serves as the reference vibration frequency. During the operation of the first motion mode, the vibration frequency remains constant at the fourth vibration frequency. The first motion mode is the reference mode for handling all garments except those requiring delicate handling.

[0295] The second motion mode applies vibration to the clothing at the sixth vibration frequency. During operation in the second motion mode, the vibration frequency remains constant at the sixth vibration frequency. The second motion mode utilizes the motor's maximum output to shake the clothing at the maximum vibration frequency to remove dust.

[0296] The third motion mode is a mode in which the vibration frequency varies within a range below the reference vibration frequency. In an embodiment, within a variable period, the vibration frequency can vary back and forth between the first and third vibration frequencies. Further reference... Figure 21 The third motion mode is explained below. In the third motion mode, the vibration frequency varies between a first vibration frequency above the lowest vibration frequency, a second vibration frequency higher than the first vibration frequency, and a third vibration frequency higher than the second vibration frequency but lower than the fourth vibration frequency. The third motion mode can include, within a period T1 (t0~t6) which is a variable period, a first interval within a first time (t0~t2) from the first vibration frequency to the third vibration frequency, and a second interval within a second time (t2~t3) shorter than the first time, from the third vibration frequency to the first vibration frequency. According to the third motion mode, when various garments are mixed and dried, the air can pass evenly between the garments. That is, if the third motion mode is applied to the interval that reduces the moisture content of the garments, the drying efficiency of the garments can be improved. In an embodiment, during the drying operation, the hanger module 100 can be driven in the third motion mode. The variable period of the vibration frequency can be set from 20 seconds to 1 minute. If the variable period is less than 20 seconds, the expected vibration may not be transmitted to the garments. If the variable period is greater than 1 minute, the vibration frequency change may not be sufficiently achieved within a limited operating time. It should be noted that the period of vibration frequency change can be changed according to the design specifications.

[0297] The fourth motion mode is a mode in which the vibration frequency varies within a range above the reference vibration frequency. In an embodiment, within a variable period, the vibration frequency can vary back and forth between the fourth and sixth vibration frequencies. Further reference... Figure 22The fourth motion mode is explained below. In the fourth motion mode, the vibration frequency varies between a frequency above the reference vibration frequency (the fourth vibration frequency in this embodiment), a fifth vibration frequency higher than the fourth vibration frequency, and a vibration frequency higher than the fifth vibration frequency but lower than the sixth vibration frequency (the sixth vibration frequency in this embodiment). The fourth motion mode can include, within a period T1 (t0~t6) which is a variable cycle, a first interval within a first time (t0~t2) from the fourth vibration frequency to the sixth vibration frequency, and a second interval within a second time (t2~t3) shorter than the first time, from the sixth vibration frequency to the fourth vibration frequency. According to the fourth motion mode, the fluctuation of the clothing causes the position of the overlap point to change, thereby improving the wrinkle removal performance. The fourth motion mode can be applied to the interval used for wrinkle removal. The fourth motion mode can be applied to the interval for increasing moisture content. If the fourth motion mode is applied, uniform wrinkle removal performance can be obtained.

[0298] The fifth motion mode applies vibration to the garment at the first vibration frequency. During operation in the fifth motion mode, the vibration frequency remains constant at the first vibration frequency. The fifth motion mode is designed for handling easily stretched and deformed knitwear and easily damaged shirts. According to the fifth motion mode, it is possible to prevent knitwear from stretching and deforming, and to prevent snagging marks on the garment.

[0299] The sixth motion mode is a mode that applies vibration to the clothing at the second vibration frequency. During operation in the sixth motion mode, the vibration frequency remains constant at the second vibration frequency. The sixth motion mode provides a force capable of moving the disheveled clothing back to its original position. At the end of the operation, the hanger module 100 can operate in the sixth motion mode.

[0300] Figure 23 This is a diagram illustrating the driving states of each configuration divided by operation according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0301] The garment processing apparatus 1 of the embodiment can provide five operations. The garment processing apparatus 1 may include a pre-steam operation, a preheat operation, a steam operation, a stay operation, and a drying operation.

[0302] Pre-steam operation is the process of heating water to generate steam. During pre-steam operation, a circulating fan operates (turns on) to circulate air within the processing chamber 35 while steam is being generated. The heat pump remains in an off state during this time.

[0303] Preheating is the process of preheating the interior of the treatment chamber 35. During preheating, the air inside the treatment chamber 35 is heated by activating (turning on) a heat pump. Steam can be supplied to the treatment chamber 35 during preheating. A circulating fan is also activated (turned on) during preheating to circulate the air inside the treatment chamber 35. The moisture content of clothing can be increased during preheating.

[0304] Steam operation is the process of supplying steam to clothing to increase its moisture content. During steam operation, steam can be supplied to the processing chamber 35. During steam operation, a circulating fan operates (turns on), thereby circulating the air inside the processing chamber 35. During steam operation, the moisture content of the clothing can be increased. At this time, the heat pump remains in an inactive (off) state.

[0305] The "Stay" operation maintains the moisture content of the clothing. During the stay operation, steam is no longer supplied. The circulating fan operates (turns on) to circulate air within the processing chamber 35. The heat pump remains in an inactive (off) state. The stay operation means that steam is no longer supplied and the moisture removal module is not used for moisture removal. During the stay operation, the moisture content of the clothing can be maintained. The moisture content of the clothing can also be increased or decreased during the stay operation.

[0306] The drying operation is the process of drying clothes. During the drying operation, a heat pump is activated. The heat pump removes moisture from the air in the processing chamber 35. During the drying operation, a circulating fan operates (turns on), thereby circulating the air inside the processing chamber 35. The humid air in the processing chamber 35 is circulated in the circulation duct by the circulating fan while moisture is removed by the heat pump. During the drying operation, the moisture content of the clothes decreases.

[0307] The garment processing unit 1 provides various processing operations. The processing operations can be configured by combining one or more of the following: pre-steam operation, pre-heat operation, steam operation, stay operation, and drying operation.

[0308] During the pre-steam, preheat, steam, stay, and drying operations, the hanger modules 100 and 100' can be driven in the first to sixth motion modes.

[0309] Figure 24This is a diagram illustrating an embodiment of the processing operations provided by the garment processing device 1 and the movement patterns of the hanger modules corresponding to each operation.

[0310] The standard care procedure can sequentially perform a pre-steaming operation, a pre-heating operation, a steaming operation, a stay operation, and a drying operation. During the pre-steaming operation, hanger modules 100 and 100' are driven in a second motion mode. During the pre-heating operation, hanger modules 100 and 100' are driven in a fourth motion mode. During the steaming operation, hanger modules 100 and 100' are driven in a fourth motion mode. During the stay operation, hanger modules 100 and 100' are driven in a second motion mode. During the drying operation, hanger modules 100 and 100' are driven in a first motion mode. According to the standard care procedure of the embodiment, since the garment vibrates in the fourth motion mode during the period when the moisture content of the garment increases, wrinkles can be effectively removed.

[0311] The wool / knitwear care operation can sequentially perform a pre-steam operation, a pre-heat operation, a steam operation, a stay operation, and a drying operation. During the pre-steam, pre-heat, steam, and stay operations, the hanger modules 100 and 100' are not activated. During the drying operation, the hanger modules 100 and 100' are activated in a fifth motion mode. According to this embodiment, the wool / knitwear care operation, by vibrating in the fifth motion mode during the period when the moisture content of the garment decreases, can prevent damage such as stretching and deformation of the garment.

[0312] The silk care operation can sequentially perform a pre-steaming operation, a steaming operation, a stay operation, and a drying operation. During the pre-steaming operation, steaming operation, stay operation, and drying operation, the hanger modules 100 and 100' are driven in a sixth motion mode. According to the embodiment, the silk care operation can improve the efficiency of silk processing while minimizing damage to the silk.

[0313] As an embodiment not shown in the diagram, movement can be performed below a reference vibration frequency during holding operation. For example, it can be driven in a third, fifth, or sixth motion mode that is driven below the reference vibration frequency.

[0314] As an embodiment not shown in the diagrams, during the stay and / or drying operations following the steam operation, the hanger modules 100, 100' can be driven in a third motion mode. According to the third motion mode, in the case of combined processing of various garments, air can pass evenly between the garments. That is, if the third motion mode is applied while the circulating fan is running to circulate the air, the garment processing efficiency can be improved. If the third motion mode is used during the stay operation, the moisture content of the garments can be made uniform. If the third motion mode is used during the drying operation, the drying efficiency of the garments can be improved.

[0315] Figure 25 This is a diagram illustrating an embodiment of the processing procedure of the garment handling device 1 and the movement patterns of the hanger modules corresponding to each drying operation.

[0316] During the standard drying process, the hanger modules 100 and 100' are driven in the first motion mode.

[0317] During the drying process, the fine low-temperature drying program drives the hanger modules 100 and 100' in the fifth motion mode. In this program, damage to the clothing is minimized by causing the clothes to vibrate at the lowest possible speed.

[0318] During the drying process, the time-based drying program drives the hanger modules 100 and 100' in the sixth motion mode. This program reduces damage to the clothes by vibrating them at a frequency lower than the reference vibration frequency and increases processing speed by vibrating them at a higher frequency than the fine low-temperature drying program. According to the sixth motion mode, disheveled clothes can be moved back to their original position, allowing for garment rearrangement.

[0319] During the drying process, the hanger modules 100 and 100' are driven in the fifth motion mode. In this program, the clothing is vibrated at a minimum speed to maintain the fluffiness of the filling material.

[0320] During the drying operation, the clothes hanger modules 100 and 100' are driven in a third motion mode. According to the mixed-clothes drying program, air can pass evenly between the clothes, thereby improving the uniformity of drying during mixed-clothes drying.

[0321] In the first to sixth motion modes, the amplitudes corresponding to the displacements generated by the reciprocating motion of the garment hanger support parts 700 and 700' are the same. In the first embodiment, Figure 11The values ​​Xmin, Xmax, and Xref shown are the same at all vibration frequencies from the first to the sixth, and are also the same in all motion modes from the first to the sixth. In the second embodiment, Figure 14 The X shown is the same at all vibration frequencies from the first to the sixth, and is also the same in all motion modes from the first to the sixth. Because the amplitude is the same, the vibration noise of the garment processing device 1 is relatively constant, and because the vibration frequency can be varied, garment processing efficiency such as wrinkle removal, shaking, and drying can be improved.

[0322] Specific embodiments are illustrated in this specification. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the specific embodiments shown can be replaced by any configuration designed to achieve the same purpose, and that the disclosed invention can be applied in different ways in other settings. That is, it should be understood that this application covers any application or modification of the disclosure of this invention. The following claims are not limited to the scope of disclosure related to the specific embodiments of this specification. Therefore, any modified embodiments that include the elements of the claims of this invention should be considered to fall within the scope of the claims of this invention.

Claims

1. A garment processing device, wherein, include: The processing chamber is used to hold clothing hanging on a clothes rack; The clothes hanger support is located in the processing chamber and supports the clothes hanger, and repeatedly reciprocates between a first position and a second position; The drive unit provides the driving force to reciprocate the clothes hanger support unit; A moisture removal module removes moisture from the air in the processing chamber; The steam supply unit generates steam and supplies the generated steam to the processing chamber; and The control unit controls the drive unit and controls the vibration frequency of the reciprocating motion of the clothes hanger support unit; The garment processing device is capable of performing: Steam operation to increase the moisture content of clothing by driving the steam supply unit to supply moisture to the air in the processing chamber; and A drying operation to reduce the moisture content of the garments; The garment processing apparatus provides a plurality of garment processing procedures that include one or more of the steam operation and the drying operation; The garment processing device includes: The first motion mode is driven to keep the vibration frequency of the clothes hanger support at the reference vibration frequency. as well as The fourth motion mode is driven by changing the vibration frequency of the garment hanger support above the reference vibration frequency.

2. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, The fourth motion mode is activated during the operation of increasing the moisture content of clothing.

3. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, The reference vibration frequency is a vibration frequency selected within the range of two vibration frequencies generated at the overlap point of the first waveform and the second waveform, when the sample is oscillating on the hanging garment and tilted to one side.

4. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 3, wherein, The sample was a cotton fabric, 20cm wide in the transverse direction and 90cm long in the longitudinal direction, with a weight of 140g / m². 2 Up to 160g / m 2 .

5. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, During the reciprocating motion of the garment hanger support from the first position to the second position, one end and the other end of the garment hanger reciprocate in an arc shape with the central axis as a reference.

6. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 5, wherein, The reference vibration frequency is a vibration frequency selected within the range of 200 rpm to 250 rpm.

7. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, The fourth motion mode is driven to vary within a range above the reference vibration frequency and below the maximum vibration frequency.

8. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 7, wherein, The maximum vibration frequency is the vibration frequency generated by the maximum output of the drive unit.

9. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, In the fourth motion mode, one cycle of the vibration frequency change is 20 seconds to 1 minute.

10. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 9, wherein, Within one cycle of the fourth motion mode, the vibration frequency varies back and forth between a first vibration frequency above the reference vibration frequency, a second vibration frequency greater than the first vibration frequency, and a third vibration frequency greater than the second vibration frequency but below the maximum vibration frequency. The cycle includes a first interval during a first time period from the first vibration frequency to the third vibration frequency, and a second interval during a second time period shorter than the first time period from the third vibration frequency to the first vibration frequency.

11. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, When the shape of the garment hanging on the clothes rack that vibrates and shifts to one side is defined as the first waveform, and the shape of the garment that shifts to the other side is defined as the second waveform, In the fourth motion mode, the position of the overlap point between the first waveform and the second waveform is variable.

12. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 1, wherein, The garment processing apparatus provides a plurality of garment processing procedures that include the steam operation; The plurality of garment processing procedures include: The first processing procedure, during the steam operation, causes the clothes hanger support to operate in the fourth motion mode; as well as The second processing procedure involves, during the steam operation, causing the clothes hanger support to operate at a vibration frequency lower than the reference vibration frequency.

13. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 12, wherein, In the first processing procedure, the drying operation is performed after the steam operation, and during the execution of the drying operation, the clothes hanger support moves at a vibration frequency below the reference vibration frequency.

14. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 13, wherein, The garment handling device further includes a second motion mode that drives the garment hanger support to vary below the reference vibration frequency; During the drying operation performed in the first processing procedure, the clothes hanger support operates in the second motion mode.

15. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 14, wherein, In the second motion mode, one cycle of the vibration frequency change is 20 seconds to 1 minute; During one cycle of the second motion mode, the vibration frequency varies between a fourth vibration frequency above the reference vibration frequency, a fifth vibration frequency greater than the fourth vibration frequency, and a sixth vibration frequency greater than the fifth vibration frequency but below the maximum vibration frequency. The cycle includes a first interval during a first time period from the fourth vibration frequency to the sixth vibration frequency, and a second interval during a second time period shorter than the first time period from the sixth vibration frequency to the fourth vibration frequency.

16. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 15, wherein, In the first motion mode, the fourth motion mode, and the second motion mode, the amplitude corresponding to the displacement generated by the reciprocating motion of the clothes hanger support is the same.

17. A clothes hanger module, wherein, include: The clothes hanger support supports the clothes hanger and reciprocates between the first and second positions. The drive unit provides the driving force to reciprocate the clothes hanger support unit; as well as The control unit controls the drive unit and controls the vibration frequency of the reciprocating motion of the clothes hanger support unit; The clothes hanger support can be driven by the control unit in one or more motion modes; The motion patterns include: The first motion mode is driven to keep the vibration frequency of the clothes hanger support at the reference vibration frequency. as well as The fourth motion mode is driven by changing the vibration frequency of the garment hanger support above the reference vibration frequency.

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