A washing apparatus and a shoe washing method thereof
By introducing a unidirectional rotation device and brush assembly into the washing equipment, the sole and upper of the shoe are cleaned in stages, which solves the problem of dirt from the sole contaminating the upper, reduces the risk of damage to the upper, and improves the washing effect.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202411755923.8
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-02
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-02
AI Technical Summary
When cleaning shoes, existing impeller-type washing equipment can easily cause dirt to contaminate the shoe surface, and the shoe surface is easily damaged, especially the toe and heel areas, which are prone to scratches or wear.
The washing equipment uses a unidirectional rotation device. The shoe support component is driven to rotate along the central axis of the washing tub through the mounting frame, so as to achieve step-by-step cleaning of the sole and upper of the shoe. The cleaning is carried out by the water flow generated by the brush assembly and the impeller.
It effectively prevents dirt from the soles from contaminating the shoe surface, reduces the risk of damage to the shoe surface, and improves the washing effect and the protective properties of the footwear.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to the field of washing equipment technology, and in particular to a washing device and a method for washing shoes. Background Technology
[0002] In existing pulsator washing equipment, footwear is typically washed entirely at once. However, this conventional washing method has some significant problems. First, because the soles directly contact or rub against the uppers during washing, dirt on the soles is easily transferred to the uppers, causing contamination. Second, in conventional washing equipment, footwear is usually agitated and tumbled in the tub, and the collision between the soles and uppers can easily cause scratches, abrasions, or damage to the uppers, especially in vulnerable areas such as the toe and heel. Summary of the Invention
[0003] In view of the technical problems of existing washing equipment that causes sole contamination of the shoe upper and damage to the shoes due to overall cleaning of shoes, the present invention provides a washing equipment that can wash the sole and the shoe upper separately in the washing equipment. This effectively solves the problems of sole contamination of the shoe upper and damage to the shoe upper in the existing technology. At the same time, it can also effectively protect the shoe upper from unnecessary damage, significantly improving the washing effect and the protective properties of the shoes.
[0004] This invention provides a washing device, comprising: Washing tub; A brush assembly is disposed inside the washing tub; A shoe support assembly, located inside the washing tub, includes a mounting frame, shoe support components, and a one-way rotation device; The mounting bracket is installed at the bottom of the washing tub and is configured to rotate along the central axis of the washing tub via a drive mechanism. The shoe support component is mounted on the mounting frame via the one-way rotary bearing; The unidirectional rotation device is configured to keep the shoe support component locked when the mounting frame rotates in the first direction; and to enable the shoe support component to rotate axially when the mounting frame rotates in the opposite direction to the first direction.
[0005] In some embodiments, the unidirectional rotating device includes a unidirectional bearing, the unidirectional bearing comprising: The outer ring is located on the mounting bracket; Inner ring, connecting the shoe support component; The rolling element is located between the inner and outer rings and slides or locks in the wedge groove of the outer ring. A wedge groove or ramp, located on the inner or outer ring, is used to restrict the movement of the rolling element.
[0006] In some embodiments, the unidirectional rotating device includes a ratchet mechanism, the ratchet mechanism comprising: A ratchet, mounted on a mounting bracket, has evenly distributed inclined teeth on its circumferential surface; The pawl is fixed to one side of the shoe support component and is used to engage with the ratchet teeth; A bracket, fixed to the shoe support component, is used to support the pawl; The spring connects the pawl and the bracket, providing a restoring force to the pawl so that it always remains in contact with the ratchet teeth.
[0007] In some embodiments, the one-way rotating device includes a one-way clutch, the one-way clutch comprising: The active component is fixed to the mounting bracket; Driven component, connected to the shoe support component; Friction pads are placed between the driving and driven components to achieve unidirectional power transmission through friction. A spring assembly is used to apply pressure to press the friction plate between the driving and driven components.
[0008] In some embodiments, the brush assembly includes a tub wall brush disposed on the inner wall of the washing tub, and the shoe support component is disposed on the inner side of the tub wall brush.
[0009] In some embodiments, the bristles of the barrel wall brush all maintain the same length.
[0010] In some embodiments, a central column is provided inside the washing tub, and the central column is fixedly connected to the mounting bracket; the brush assembly includes a central brush, which is disposed on the side wall of the central column, and the shoe support component is disposed on the outside of the central brush.
[0011] In some embodiments, the bottom of the washing tub is provided with a pulsator, which rotates along the central axis of the washing tub via a drive mechanism; the mounting bracket is detachably fixed to the pulsator.
[0012] In some embodiments, the mounting bracket has multiple sub-braces, each sub-braces having a shoe support component at both ends.
[0013] The present invention also includes a shoe washing method using a washing device, comprising the aforementioned washing device, wherein the shoe washing method includes: Secure the shoes to be cleaned to the shoe support component, ensuring that the soles face the brush assembly; The mounting bracket is driven by a drive mechanism to rotate around the central axis of the washing tub in a first direction for a first preset time period. The mounting bracket is driven by a drive mechanism to rotate around the central axis of the washing tub in a direction opposite to the first direction, and the rotation duration is a second preset time period.
[0014] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and positive effects of the present invention are: The aforementioned washing equipment, by setting a unidirectional rotation device, can clean the soles and uppers of shoes in a predetermined order during the washing of footwear. This step-by-step washing avoids the cross-contamination and damage problems that occur when the soles and uppers are washed simultaneously in traditional washing equipment. At the same time, the shoe support component can prevent the shoes from excessively rolling or moving irregularly during the washing process, thereby reducing the risk of damage to the uppers and enhancing the washing effect and protection of the shoes. Attached Figure Description
[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the washing equipment of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the shoe support assembly in the washing equipment of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the unidirectional rotating device, which is a unidirectional bearing, in the washing equipment of the present invention. Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the unidirectional rotating device, which is a ratchet mechanism, in the washing equipment of the present invention; Figure 5 This is a flowchart of the shoe washing method of the washing equipment of the present invention; Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 1- Footwear; 100-washing tub; 200-Shoe support assembly; 210 - Mounting bracket; 220 - Shoe support components; 230 - Unidirectional rotation device; 231 - Outer ring; 232 - Inner ring; 233 - Rolling element; 234 - Wedge groove; 231'-Ratchet; 232'-Pawl; 233'-Bracket; 300 - Brush assembly; 310 - Barrel wall brush; 320 - Center brush; 400-Pulsator; 500 - Central column. Detailed Implementation
[0017] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0018] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this invention.
[0019] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances. In the description of the above embodiments, specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics can be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.
[0020] The terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this invention, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.
[0021] Reference Figures 1-5 These are some embodiments of the washing equipment of the present invention. The washing equipment mainly includes a washing tub 100, a brush assembly 300, and a shoe support assembly 200.
[0022] The washing tub 100 is used to store shoes 1 to be washed and can hold water and detergent for washing.
[0023] The brush assembly 300 is located inside the washing tub 100 and can effectively brush the shoes 1 during the washing process to remove surface dirt.
[0024] The shoe support assembly 200 is used to hold the shoes in the right position and ensure that the shoes remain stable during washing.
[0025] The shoe support assembly 200 includes a mounting bracket 210, a shoe support component 220, and a one-way rotation device 230.
[0026] Mounting bracket 210 is located at the bottom of washing tub 100 and is driven by a drive mechanism to rotate around the central axis of washing tub 100.
[0027] The shoe support component 220, used to secure the shoe, is mounted on the mounting bracket 210 via a one-way rotation device 230.
[0028] The unidirectional rotation device 230 is configured to keep the shoe support component 220 locked when the mounting frame 210 rotates in the first direction; and to allow the shoe support component 220 to rotate axially when the mounting frame 210 rotates in the opposite direction to the first direction.
[0029] The unidirectional rotation device 230 enables the washing equipment to clean the soles and uppers in a predetermined sequence. Specifically, when the mounting bracket 210 rotates around the central axis of the washing tub 100 in the first direction, the shoe support component 220 is locked by the unidirectional rotation device 230, thereby keeping the shoe stable and preventing rotation, ensuring that the sole is effectively brushed against the shoe brush assembly. This process achieves independent cleaning of the sole, avoiding cross-contamination between the upper and the sole.
[0030] After the soles are cleaned, the mounting bracket 210 rotates in the opposite direction to the first direction, releasing the locking function of the one-way rotation device 230, allowing the shoe support component 220 to rotate freely. This allows the shoe upper to be cleaned during the subsequent rotation. Simultaneously, the shoes do not experience violent rolling or friction during this process, reducing the risk of damage to the shoe upper.
[0031] The aforementioned washing equipment, by setting a unidirectional rotation device 230, can wash the soles and uppers of shoes in a predetermined order when washing shoes, avoiding the cross-contamination and damage problems that occur when the soles and uppers are washed simultaneously in traditional washing equipment. At the same time, the shoe support component 220 can prevent shoes from excessively rolling or irregularly moving during the washing process, thereby reducing the risk of damage to the uppers and enhancing the washing effect and protection of the shoes.
[0032] In some embodiments, the unidirectional rotating device 230 includes a unidirectional bearing.
[0033] like Figure 3 As shown, the one-way bearing consists of an outer ring 231, an inner ring 232, and a rolling element 233. The outer ring 231 is mounted on the mounting bracket 210, and the inner ring 232 is connected to the shoe support component 220. The rolling element 233 can be a roller or a needle roller, located between the inner ring 232 and the outer ring 231. The outer ring 231 or the inner ring 232 is provided with a wedge groove 234 or a ramp to restrict the movement of the rolling element 233.
[0034] When the mounting bracket 210 rotates in the first direction, the rolling element 233 is forced to move into the narrow portion of the wedge groove 234. At this time, the rolling element 233 is wedged between the inner ring 232 and the outer ring 231, forming a locked state. The shoe support component 220 can be firmly locked, keeping the shoe stationary, thereby ensuring that the sole can be effectively cleaned. When the rotation direction of the mounting bracket 210 changes, the rolling element 233 can roll freely in the wedge groove 234, thereby realizing the free rotation of the shaft and allowing the shoe support component 220 to rotate freely, thus entering the overall cleaning stage of the upper and sole.
[0035] In other embodiments, the one-way rotating device 230 includes a ratchet mechanism.
[0036] like Figure 4 As shown, the ratchet mechanism consists of a ratchet 231', a pawl 232', a bracket 233', and a spring. The ratchet 231' is mounted on the mounting bracket 210, and its circumferential surface has evenly distributed inclined teeth. The pawl 232' is fixed to one side of the shoe support component 220 and meshes with the teeth of the ratchet 231'. The bracket 233' supports the pawl, ensuring that the pawl can maintain close contact with the ratchet teeth during rotation; the bracket 233' is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the shoe support component. The spring connects the pawl and the bracket, providing a restoring force to the pawl and ensuring that the pawl always remains in contact with the ratchet teeth.
[0037] The ratchet mechanism utilizes the engagement of ratchet 231' and pawl 232' to achieve unidirectional power transmission through the rotation of the mounting bracket 210. When the mounting bracket 210 rotates in the first direction, the engagement of pawl 232' and ratchet teeth prevents the shoe support component 220 from rotating, thereby ensuring effective cleaning of the sole. Conversely, when the mounting bracket 210 rotates in the opposite direction, the engagement of pawl 232' and ratchet teeth is disengaged, allowing the shoe support component 220 to rotate freely, thus initiating the overall cleaning stage of the upper and sole.
[0038] In other embodiments, the one-way rotating device 230 is a one-way clutch.
[0039] The one-way clutch includes a driving member, a driven member, friction plates, and a spring assembly. The driving member is fixed to the mounting bracket 210, and the driven member is connected to the shoe support component 220. The friction plates are disposed between the driving member and the driven member, achieving one-way power transmission through friction. The spring assembly is used to apply pressure, pressing the friction plates between the driving member and the driven member.
[0040] When the mounting bracket 210 rotates in the first direction, the driving member drives the driven member to rotate synchronously through the friction plate, thereby achieving self-locking of the shoe support component 220. When the mounting bracket 210 rotates in the opposite direction, the driving member and the driven member disengage, and the driven member rotates freely, thereby achieving self-rotation of the shoe support component 220.
[0041] In other embodiments, the unidirectional rotation device 230 can be of other structural forms, as long as it satisfies the function of unidirectional rotation.
[0042] In some embodiments, the brush assembly 300 includes a tub wall brush 310 disposed on the inner wall of the washing tub 100 and located inside the shoe support component 220. The tub wall brush 310 can effectively scrub the shoes during the washing process and remove surface dirt. When cleaning the soles, the position of the shoe support component 220 needs to be adjusted so that the soles face the tub wall to clean them.
[0043] Furthermore, the bristles of the tub wall brush 310 are kept to the same length. Since the sole of the shoe is roughly flat, bristles of roughly the same length ensure that the brush provides a uniform cleaning effect during the washing process of the sole, reducing uneven washing problems caused by bristle length differences.
[0044] In some embodiments, a central column 500 is further provided inside the washing tub 100, and the central column 500 is fixedly connected to the mounting bracket 210. The brush assembly 300 includes a central brush 320, which is disposed on the side wall of the central column 500, and a shoe support component 220 is disposed on the outside of the central brush 320. By adding the central brush 320, which cooperates with the tub wall brush 310, the shoes in the washing tub 100 can be cleaned more evenly, improving the washing effect.
[0045] In some embodiments, a pulsator 400 is provided at the bottom of the washing tub 100. The pulsator 400 rotates along the central axis of the washing tub 100 via a drive mechanism, effectively generating water agitation and enhancing the cleaning power of the soles and uppers of shoes. The rotation of the pulsator 400, through the impact of the water flow inside the washing tub 100, can remove dirt from the surface and crevices of shoes.
[0046] The mounting bracket 210 and the impeller 400 are detachably fixed, making the connection between the mounting bracket 210 and the impeller 400 more flexible and convenient for maintenance. At the same time, after removing the mounting bracket 210, the shoe support assembly 200 can be removed from the washing tub 100 and used as a regular impeller 400 washing machine for washing clothes.
[0047] The mounting rack 210 is designed with multiple sub-brackets, each with a shoe support component 220 at both ends, allowing for the simultaneous washing of multiple pairs of shoes and effectively improving the utilization of the washing space. Each shoe support component 220 independently secures one shoe, ensuring that the shoe remains stably held at the appropriate angle during washing for optimal washing results.
[0048] like Figure 5 As shown, the shoe washing method of the shoe washing machine of the present invention is as follows: S1, Secure the footwear: First, secure the footwear to be washed to the shoe support component 220, ensuring the sole faces towards the brush assembly 300. This ensures the sole is cleaned first during the subsequent washing process, preventing dirt from contaminating the upper.
[0049] S2, Shoe Sole Cleaning Process: Next, the mounting frame 210 is driven by the drive mechanism to rotate around the central axis of the washing tub 100 in the first direction for a first preset time period. During this process, the shoe support component 220 revolves with the mounting frame 210, but the shoe support component 220 itself does not rotate. The shoe sole comes into contact with the brush assembly 300, resulting in effective cleaning.
[0050] S3, Overall cleaning of the sole and upper: Finally, the mounting bracket 210 is rotated in the opposite direction to the first direction by the drive mechanism for a duration of a second preset time period. During this stage, the shoe support component 220 can rotate freely, thereby achieving overall cleaning of the upper and sole.
[0051] The shoe washing method of the present invention can clean the sole and the upper of the shoe in a predetermined order, avoiding the cross-contamination and damage problems caused by washing the sole and the upper of the shoe at the same time in traditional washing equipment.
[0052] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, and are not intended to limit them. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions claimed by the present invention.
Claims
1. A washing device, characterized in that, include: Washing tub; A brush assembly is disposed inside the washing tub; A shoe support assembly, located inside the washing tub, includes a mounting frame, shoe support components, and a one-way rotation device; The mounting bracket is installed at the bottom of the washing tub and is configured to rotate along the central axis of the washing tub via a drive mechanism. The shoe support component is mounted on the mounting frame via the one-way rotary bearing; The unidirectional rotation device is configured to keep the shoe support component locked when the mounting frame rotates in the first direction; and to enable the shoe support component to rotate axially when the mounting frame rotates in the opposite direction to the first direction.
2. The washing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The unidirectional rotation device includes a unidirectional bearing, and the unidirectional bearing includes: The outer ring is located on the mounting bracket; Inner ring, connecting the shoe support component; The rolling element is located between the inner and outer rings and slides or locks in the wedge groove of the outer ring. A wedge groove or ramp, located on the inner or outer ring, is used to restrict the movement of the rolling element.
3. The washing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The unidirectional rotating device includes a ratchet mechanism, the ratchet mechanism comprising: A ratchet, mounted on a mounting bracket, has evenly distributed inclined ratchet teeth on its circumferential surface; The pawl is fixed to one side of the shoe support component and is used to engage with the ratchet teeth; The bracket, fixedly connected to the shoe support component, is used to support the pawl.
4. The washing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The one-way rotating device includes a one-way clutch, and the one-way clutch includes: The active component is fixed to the mounting bracket; Driven component, connected to the shoe support component; Friction pads are placed between the driving and driven components to achieve unidirectional power transmission through friction. A spring assembly is used to apply pressure to press the friction plate between the driving and driven components.
5. The washing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The brush assembly includes a tub wall brush disposed on the inner wall of the washing tub, and the shoe support component is disposed on the inner side of the tub wall brush.
6. The washing equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that, The bristles of the barrel wall brush all maintain the same length.
7. The washing equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that, The washing tub is provided with a central column, which is fixedly connected to the mounting bracket; the brush assembly includes a central brush, which is disposed on the side wall of the central column, and the shoe support component is disposed on the outside of the central brush.
8. The washing apparatus according to any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that, The bottom of the washing tub is equipped with a pulsator, which rotates along the central axis of the washing tub via a drive mechanism; the mounting bracket is detachably fixed to the pulsator.
9. The washing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting bracket has multiple sub-braces, and each sub-braces has a shoe support component at both ends.
10. A method for washing shoes using a washing device, characterized in that, The shoe washing method includes the washing equipment as described in any one of claims 1-9, comprising: Secure the shoes to be cleaned to the shoe support component, ensuring that the soles face the brush assembly; The mounting bracket is driven by a drive mechanism to rotate around the central axis of the washing tub in a first direction for a first preset time period. The mounting bracket is driven by a drive mechanism to rotate around the central axis of the washing tub in a direction opposite to the first direction, and the rotation duration is a second preset time period.