Clothes drying method and apparatus therefor

Abstract

This disclosure discloses a method and apparatus for drying clothes, relating to the field of smart home technology. The method includes: acquiring the current initial temperature of a target area, the target area including at least one of a drum and a drying tunnel; determining control parameters for a drying program based on the initial temperature, the control parameters including at least a target temperature control range for the heating element and / or target drying conditions for the drying program; and controlling the clothes handling device to execute the drying program according to the control parameters. This disclosure achieves the purpose of dynamically determining the control parameters for the drying program by monitoring the initial temperature, eliminating the use of fixed control parameters. This allows the drying program to match the actual situation, ensuring not only the drying effect but also the rational use of energy, which is beneficial for energy conservation and environmental protection.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of smart home technology, and in particular to a method and apparatus for drying clothes. Background Technology

[0002] Existing garment handling devices dry clothes in the drum according to default drying control parameters, which may result in a mismatch between the drying program and the actual situation, leading to poor drying effect or high energy consumption. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This disclosure provides a method and apparatus for drying clothes.

[0004] The technical solution disclosed herein is as follows:

[0005] According to a first aspect of the present disclosure, a method for drying clothes is provided, the method comprising:

[0006] Obtain the current initial temperature of the target area, which includes at least one of the drum and the drying tunnel;

[0007] Based on the initial temperature, the control parameters of the drying program are determined, and the control parameters include at least the target temperature control range of the heating element and / or the target drying conditions of the drying program.

[0008] The garment processing device is controlled to execute the drying program according to the control parameters.

[0009] According to a second aspect of the present disclosure, a controller for drying clothes is provided, the controller comprising:

[0010] A temperature acquisition module is used to acquire the current initial temperature of a target part, wherein the target part includes at least one of a drum and a drying tunnel;

[0011] The parameter determination module is used to determine the control parameters of the drying program based on the initial temperature. The control parameters include at least the target temperature control range of the heating element and / or the target drying conditions of the drying program.

[0012] The program execution module is used to control the clothing processing device to execute the drying program according to the control parameters.

[0013] According to a third aspect of the present disclosure, a garment processing apparatus is provided, the apparatus comprising:

[0014] The controller for drying clothes provided in the second aspect of this disclosure;

[0015] The first roller and the second roller, wherein the capacity of the second roller is greater than the capacity of the first roller;

[0016] The controller is used to control the drying of the first drum in the garment processing device.

[0017] According to a fourth aspect of the present disclosure, an electronic device is provided, comprising: a memory, a processor, and a computer program stored in the memory and executable on the processor, wherein when the processor executes the program, it implements the clothes drying method provided in the first aspect of the present disclosure.

[0018] According to a fifth aspect of the present disclosure, a computer-readable storage medium is provided that, when instructions in the computer-readable storage medium are executed by a processor of an electronic device, enables the electronic device to perform the clothes drying method provided in the first aspect of the present disclosure.

[0019] According to a sixth aspect of the present disclosure, a computer program product is provided, comprising a computer program, characterized in that, when the computer program is executed by a processor, it implements the clothes drying method provided in the first aspect of the present disclosure.

[0020] According to a seventh aspect of the present disclosure, a chip system is provided, including a processing unit and an interface circuit. The processing unit obtains program instructions through the interface circuit, and the program instructions are executed by the processing unit. The processing unit is used to perform the clothes drying method as provided in the first aspect.

[0021] The technical solutions provided by the embodiments of this disclosure have at least the following beneficial effects:

[0022] One embodiment of the clothing drying method disclosed herein allows for monitoring of the initial temperature within the drying tunnel or drum, thereby determining certain control parameters for the drying process based on the initial temperature. Since the control parameters for the drying process can be dynamically determined based on the actual temperature within the drying tunnel or drum, instead of configuring fixed control parameters for the drying process, the control parameters of the drying process can be more closely matched to the actual situation. This not only ensures effective clothing drying but also enables the rational use of energy, avoids energy waste, and is beneficial for energy conservation and environmental protection.

[0023] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and are not intended to limit this disclosure. Attached Figure Description

[0024] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this disclosure and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this disclosure, and are not intended to unduly limit this disclosure.

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic flowchart illustrating a method for drying clothes according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic flowchart illustrating another method for drying clothes according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0027] Figure 3 This is a schematic flowchart illustrating another method for drying clothes according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0028] Figure 4 This is a structural block diagram of a clothes drying controller according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0029] Figure 5 This is a structural block diagram of a garment processing apparatus according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0030] Figure 6 This is a structural block diagram of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment;

[0031] Figure 7 This is a structural block diagram of a chip system according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. Detailed Implementation

[0032] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solutions of this disclosure, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this disclosure will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0033] It should be noted that the terms "first," "second," etc., used in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this disclosure are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments of this disclosure described herein can be implemented in orders other than those illustrated or described herein. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments consistent with this disclosure. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatuses and methods consistent with some aspects of this disclosure as detailed in the appended claims.

[0034] Figure 1 A flowchart illustrating a clothes drying method provided in this embodiment of the disclosure. Figure 1 As shown, this method for drying clothes includes, but is not limited to, the following steps:

[0035] S101, Obtain the initial temperature of the target area.

[0036] In some embodiments, the initial temperature of the target area can be obtained before the garment handling device selects a drying program and the drying device is started.

[0037] In some embodiments, the target area may include, but is not limited to, the drying duct and / or roller of the garment processing device.

[0038] In some embodiments, the garment handling device needs to have a drying function, such as a drum washing machine, a garment spin dryer, a dry cleaning machine, etc., but this disclosure does not limit this.

[0039] Optionally, the drum washing machine can be a partitioned twin-drum washing machine, including a first drum and a second drum.

[0040] Optionally, the capacity of the first roller is smaller than that of the second roller; that is, the first roller is a small roller and the second roller is a large roller. Optionally, the capacity of the first roller, i.e., the small roller, can be 1 to 10 liters.

[0041] It should be noted that the roller consists of an inner cylinder and an outer cylinder. The inner cylinder is removed from the outer cylinder, and the lifting ribs in the inner cylinder are removed. Then, water is poured into the inner cylinder. The amount of water required to fill the inner cylinder is the capacity of the roller.

[0042] In some embodiments, before entering the drying cycle, clothes may retain some heat from the washing process, water intake, or season, causing the temperature inside the drying tunnel or drum to rise. For example, if the garment handling unit uses high-temperature washing, it may raise the drum temperature. Similarly, if the garment handling unit uses hot water from a water heater during the washing cycle, it may raise the drum temperature. Furthermore, the inlet water temperature of the garment handling unit may be higher in summer than in winter, potentially leading to temperature differences within the drum.

[0043] In some embodiments, where the garment processing apparatus has two drums, one of which is a smaller drum, the initial temperature of the smaller drum's drying tunnel or drum may be affected by the larger drum, resulting in a higher temperature in the smaller drum's drying tunnel or drum. The garment drying method provided in this disclosure embodiment can be applied to the drying stage of the smaller drum.

[0044] In some embodiments, in order to utilize the heat inherent in the clothing during the drying stage, the current initial temperature within the drum and / or drying tunnel can be collected, and one or more control parameters of the drying process can be optimized based on the initial temperature.

[0045] Optionally, one or more temperature sensors may be installed within the drum and / or drying tunnel of the garment processing apparatus to monitor the current initial temperature within the drum and / or drying tunnel. Optionally, in the case of multiple temperature sensors, the current initial temperature within the drum and / or drying tunnel can be determined based on a comprehensive analysis of the multiple temperature sensors to improve the accuracy of temperature monitoring within the drum and / or drying tunnel.

[0046] In this embodiment of the disclosure, before the user selects a drying program and the drying device starts, the current initial temperature within the drum and / or drying tunnel can be collected based on temperature sensors within the drum and / or drying tunnel. In some embodiments, it can be determined whether the garment handling device is currently in a drying program based on user instructions. These user instructions may include, but are not limited to, contact instructions and non-contact instructions. Furthermore, the drying program selected by the user can be a standalone drying program or a wash-dry program that combines washing and drying.

[0047] In some embodiments, the drying device may include, but is not limited to, heating elements and fans.

[0048] In some embodiments, the heating element may include, but is not limited to, a heating tube, the heating part of a heat pump system, or a positive temperature coefficient (PTC) heater.

[0049] In some embodiments, the temperature sensor may be located within a designated area of ​​the rollers and / or drying duct of the garment handling apparatus. For example, it may be deployed in the central area of ​​the roller or the bottom area of ​​the roller. Alternatively, it may be deployed in the middle area of ​​the drying duct or at the outlet end.

[0050] In some embodiments, temperature sensors may be evenly distributed within the drums and / or drying tunnels of the garment handling apparatus.

[0051] In some embodiments, the user's instruction can be a selection of the washing stage, and further, the selection determines whether the garment handling device is currently in the drying program. For example, the user can directly select the "Clothes Drying" button on the control panel, or rotate to the "Clothes Drying" position. This selection operation instructs the garment handling device to enter the drying program. As another example, the user can select the washing stage on a client device associated with the garment handling device.

[0052] In some embodiments, the user's voice commands can be monitored, and keywords such as "clothes drying", "drying", and "clothes heating" can be identified from the voice commands to determine whether the clothes handling device has entered the drying program.

[0053] In some embodiments, the user's posture can be monitored, and a mapping relationship between posture and washing stage can be established in advance. If the user makes a posture that matches the drying stage, the garment handling device can be determined to enter the drying program. Optionally, the posture can be a gesture, body posture, or posture of a specific body part such as the head.

[0054] In some embodiments, the washing process of the garment handling device can be monitored, and in response to the garment handling device completing the spin-drying process, it can be determined that the garment handling device has entered the drying process.

[0055] In some embodiments, the garment processing device can dry the garment multiple times. After each drying cycle is completed, the temperature inside the drum and / or the drying tunnel will rise due to the previous drying process. Therefore, before executing the next drying cycle, the current initial temperature inside the drum and / or the drying tunnel can be re-acquired to make reasonable use of the heat inside the drum and / or the drying tunnel in subsequent drying processes.

[0056] S102, determine the control parameters of the drying program based on the initial temperature of the target area.

[0057] In some embodiments, the control parameters include at least one of the target temperature control range of the heating element and the target drying conditions of the drying process.

[0058] In some embodiments, the target temperature control range of the heating element can be used to control the on and off of the heating element during the drying process. For example, the target temperature control range includes T1 to T2. If the monitored temperature corresponding to the heating element is greater than T2, it indicates a higher temperature inside the drum or drying tunnel. To avoid damage to clothing or equipment caused by excessively high temperatures, the heating element can be paused, i.e., turned off, waiting for the monitored temperature corresponding to the heating element to drop back to T1, indicating a lower temperature inside the drum or drying tunnel. To improve the drying effect, the heating element can be restarted to supply heat to the drum. In this embodiment, the target temperature control range determined based on the initial temperature can improve the accurate on / off control of the heating element and avoid damage to clothing caused by excessively high drying temperatures. Furthermore, the heating element can be restarted after the temperature drops, thus ensuring the drying effect of the clothing. In some embodiments, the target drying condition of the drying program can be used to identify whether the clothing inside the drum has been dried. That is, when the target drying condition is met, it can be determined that the clothing inside the drum has been dried, and the drying program can be stopped. When the target drying condition is not met, it can be determined that the clothing inside the drum has not been dried, and the drying program cannot be stopped and needs to continue. In this embodiment of the application, the target drying condition determined based on the initial temperature can improve the drying accuracy and avoid inaccurate drying, which may result in the clothes not being dried or being over-dried, causing damage to the clothes.

[0059] In some embodiments, the drying condition for the drying process can be that after the temperature inside the drying tunnel or drum reaches its peak, the clothes are considered to be dry when the temperature drops from that peak to a set amount. The set amount of temperature drop can be used as the drying condition for the drying process. For example, after the temperature reaches its peak, a 5°C drop is used as the drying condition for the drying process.

[0060] In some embodiments, the drying condition for the drying program can be that after the temperature inside the drying tunnel or drum reaches the peak temperature, the real-time temperature can continue to be collected and the temperature difference between the real-time temperature and the peak temperature can be determined. When the temperature difference between the real-time temperature and the peak temperature reaches a set temperature difference, it can be considered that the clothes have been dried, and the set temperature difference can be used as the drying condition for the drying program.

[0061] In some embodiments, a functional relationship between the initial temperature and different control parameters can be established in advance. For example, a mapping curve between the initial temperature and different control parameters can be generated by fitting multiple sets of experimental data. Furthermore, after obtaining the initial temperature, the initial temperature can be input into the functional relationship or mapping curve to obtain the control parameters matched by the drying program.

[0062] In some embodiments, the target temperature control range of the heating element is obtained based on the initial temperature, combined with a functional relationship or mapping curve.

[0063] In some embodiments, the temperature range in which the initial temperature is located is determined, and the target temperature control range corresponding to the heating element is determined based on the temperature range in which the initial temperature is located.

[0064] For example, the initial temperature of the drying tunnel or drum corresponds to multiple temperature ranges: T0 (<10℃), T1 (10-20℃), T2 (20-30℃), T3 (30-40℃), and T4 (>40℃). Through calibration or experimental data, the temperature control range H0 (73-83℃) for the heating element corresponding to temperature range T0; H1 (72-82℃) for temperature range T1; H2 (71-81℃) for temperature range T2; H3 (70-80℃) for temperature range T3; and H4 (70-80℃) for temperature range T4. For instance, if the initial temperature falls within the temperature range T2, then the target temperature control range for the heating element can be determined as temperature control range H2. It is understood that as the initial temperature increases, the temperature control range corresponding to the heating element tends to decrease.

[0065] In some embodiments, a first adjustment parameter for the temperature control range of the heating element is determined based on the initial temperature, and the reference temperature control range of the heating element is further adjusted based on the first adjustment parameter to obtain the target temperature control range corresponding to the heating element.

[0066] For example, the initial temperature of the drying tunnel or drum corresponds to multiple temperature ranges: T0 (<10℃), T1 (10-20℃), T2 (20-30℃), T3 (30-40℃), and T4 (>40℃). Through calibration or experimental data, the first adjustment parameter for the temperature control range of the heating element corresponding to temperature range T0 can be set as a0; the first adjustment parameter for temperature range T1 as a1; the first adjustment parameter for temperature range T2 as a2; the first adjustment parameter for temperature range T3 as a3; and the first adjustment parameter for temperature range T4 as a4. For instance, if the initial temperature falls within the temperature range T2, then the first adjustment parameter for the temperature control range of the heating element can be determined as a2. Furthermore, based on this first adjustment parameter a2, the reference temperature control range of the heating element is adjusted to obtain the target temperature control range of the heating element.

[0067] In some embodiments, the target drying conditions corresponding to the drying process are obtained based on the initial temperature, combined with functional relationships or mapping curves.

[0068] In some embodiments, the temperature range in which the initial temperature is located is determined, and the target drying conditions corresponding to the drying process are determined based on the temperature range in which the initial temperature is located.

[0069] For example, consider the following temperature ranges: T0 (<10℃), T1 (10-20℃), T2 (20-30℃), T3 (30-40℃), and T4 (>40℃). Based on calibration or experimental data, the drying condition for the drying program corresponding to temperature range T0 can be set as G0; the drying condition for temperature range T1 as G1; the drying condition for temperature range T2 as G2; the drying condition for temperature range T3 as G3; and the drying condition for temperature range T4 as G4. For instance, if the initial temperature is in the T2 range, then the target drying condition for the drying program can be determined as G2.

[0070] In some embodiments, a second adjustment parameter for the drying temperature parameter is determined based on the initial temperature, and the baseline drying conditions corresponding to the drying program are adjusted based on the second adjustment parameter to obtain the target drying conditions corresponding to the drying program.

[0071] For example, the initial temperature of the drying tunnel or drum corresponds to multiple temperature ranges: T0 (<10℃), T1 (10-20℃), T2 (20-30℃), T3 (30-40℃), and T4 (>40℃). Through calibration or experimental data, a second adjustment parameter for the drying condition corresponding to temperature range T0 can be set as b0; the second adjustment parameter for the drying condition corresponding to temperature range T1 as b1; the second adjustment parameter for the drying condition corresponding to temperature range T2 as b2; the second adjustment parameter for the drying condition corresponding to temperature range T3 as b3; and the second adjustment parameter for the drying condition corresponding to temperature range T4 as b4. For example, if the initial temperature falls within temperature range T2, then the second adjustment parameter for the drying condition can be determined as b2. Furthermore, based on this second adjustment parameter b2, the baseline drying condition of the drying program is adjusted to obtain the target drying condition for the drying program.

[0072] In some embodiments, the real-time temperature of the target part can be collected. After the real-time temperature reaches the temperature peak, the collected real-time temperature will continue to decrease. When the temperature difference between the temperature peak and the real-time temperature reaches a set temperature difference value, it can be used as a target judgment condition. In this scenario, the set temperature difference value can be called the inflection point temperature.

[0073] For example, the initial temperature of the drying tunnel or drum corresponds to multiple temperature ranges: T0 (<10℃), T1 (10-20℃), T2 (20-30℃), T3 (30-40℃), and T4 (>40℃). Through calibration or experimental data, the drying condition (i.e., the inflection point temperature or set temperature difference) for the drying program corresponding to temperature range T0 can be set to 15℃; the drying condition for temperature range T1 to 13℃; the drying condition for temperature range T2 to 11℃; the drying condition for temperature range T3 to 9℃; and the drying condition for temperature range T4 to 8℃. It is understood that as the initial temperature increases, the set temperature difference (i.e., the inflection point temperature) tends to decrease.

[0074] In some embodiments, the real-time temperature of the target area is collected, and the real-time temperature of the target area rises to a set temperature threshold, which can be used as a target determination condition.

[0075] For example, the initial temperature of the drying tunnel or drum corresponds to multiple temperature ranges: T0 (<10℃), T1 (10-20℃), T2 (20-30℃), T3 (30-40℃), and T4 (>40℃). Through calibration or experimental data, the drying criteria (i.e., the set temperature threshold) for the drying program corresponding to temperature range T0 can be set to 60℃; the criteria for temperature range T1 to 63℃; the criteria for temperature range T2 to 65℃; the criteria for temperature range T3 to 67℃; and the criteria for temperature range T4 to 68℃. It is understandable that the set temperature threshold increases with the initial temperature. Based on the above embodiments, the correspondence between T0 (<10℃), T1 (10-20℃), T2 (20-30℃), T3 (30-40℃), T4 (>40℃) and the temperature control range, set temperature difference, and set temperature threshold of the heating element can be obtained, as shown in Table 1:

[0076] Table 1

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[0079] It is understood that each element in Table 1 exists independently. These elements are listed in the same table as an example, but this does not mean that all elements in the table must exist simultaneously as shown in the table. The value of each element is independent of the values ​​of any other element in Table 1. Therefore, those skilled in the art will understand that the value of each element in Table 1 is an independent embodiment.

[0080] S103 controls the garment processing device to execute the drying program according to the control parameters.

[0081] In some embodiments, after obtaining the control parameters, the garment handling device can be controlled to execute a drying program according to the control parameters. That is, the garment handling device can be controlled to turn on the drying heating element and the fan, and start the drying program to dry the clothes in the drum. It is understood that during the execution of the drying program, the drying program is monitored according to the control parameters determined in the above steps. For example, based on the target temperature control range of the heating element, the heating element can be turned off and restarted. Furthermore, based on the target drying conditions, it can be determined whether the clothes have been dried, and then whether the drying program can be stopped.

[0082] Understandably, the drying program of the garment handling device can be set with default control parameters. After obtaining the control parameters, the garment handling device will no longer dry the clothes according to the default control parameters, but will dry the clothes according to the control parameters that match the initial temperature, so that the drying program is more in line with the needs of the clothes in the drum.

[0083] In this embodiment, the initial temperature inside the drying tunnel or drum can be monitored, allowing for the determination of control parameters for the drying process based on this initial temperature. Since the control parameters can be dynamically determined based on the actual temperature inside the drying tunnel or drum, instead of configuring fixed control parameters for the drying process, the control parameters can be more closely matched to the actual conditions. This not only ensures effective drying of clothes but also enables the rational use of energy, avoiding energy waste and promoting energy conservation and environmental protection.

[0084] Figure 2 A flowchart illustrating another method for drying clothes provided in this embodiment of the disclosure. Figure 2 As shown, this method for drying clothes includes, but is not limited to, the following steps:

[0085] S201, Obtain the initial temperature of the target area.

[0086] For optional implementations of step S201, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 1 Optional implementation methods of step S101, and Figure 1 Other related parts in the embodiments involved will not be described in detail here.

[0087] S202, Obtain the weight of the garment in the roller.

[0088] In some embodiments, operating parameters of the garment processing device can be collected, and based on these parameters, the load on the garment processing device, i.e., the weight of the garments, can be determined. For example, the weight of the garments in the garment processing device can be determined based on operating parameters such as the operating current and power of the motor within the device.

[0089] In some embodiments, a pressure sensor or a weight sensor may be provided inside the roller to detect the weight of the clothing inside the roller.

[0090] In some embodiments, one or more pressure sensors or weight sensors may be installed inside the drum. For example, they may be evenly distributed on the inner wall of the drum. Optionally, in the case of multiple pressure sensors or weight sensors, the current weight of the clothes inside the drum can be determined based on the combined results of the multiple pressure sensors or weight sensors to improve the accuracy of weight monitoring inside the drum.

[0091] In some embodiments, the garment handling device can dry the garments multiple times. Each time a drying cycle is completed, the weight of the garments inside the drum changes as the drying process progresses. Therefore, the weight of the garments dried in the drum during the current cycle can be retrieved before the next drying cycle is executed.

[0092] It is understood that other sensing components can also be included to collect the weight of the clothing, such as sensing the volume of the clothing and estimating the weight of the clothing based on the volume. The embodiments disclosed herein are merely examples, and all means of determining the weight of clothing in a roller-type garment are protected under this disclosure.

[0093] S203 determines the control parameters of the drying program based on the initial temperature and the weight of the clothes.

[0094] In some embodiments, a functional relationship between temperature, clothing weight, and control parameters of the drying program can be established in advance. For example, a mapping curve between the three can be generated by fitting multiple sets of experimental data. After obtaining the initial temperature and clothing weight, these can be input into the functional relationship or mapping curve to obtain the control parameters matching the drying program. Optionally, the mapping relationship between the initial temperature, clothing weight, and control parameters of the drying program is shown in Table 2:

[0095] Table 2

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[0097] It is understood that each element in Table 2 exists independently. These elements are listed in the same table as an example, but this does not mean that all elements in the table must exist simultaneously as shown in the table. The value of each element is independent of the values ​​of any other element in Table 2. Therefore, those skilled in the art will understand that the value of each element in Table 1 is an independent embodiment.

[0098] In some embodiments, an AI model can be pre-trained, and the initial temperature and weight of the clothes can be input into the pre-trained AI model. The AI ​​model will then output the control parameters corresponding to the drying program based on the initial temperature and weight of the clothes.

[0099] In some embodiments, an initial set of temperature control parameters for the drying program is determined based on the initial temperature. Further, a third adjustment parameter is determined based on the weight of the clothes, and the initial control parameters are adjusted based on the third adjustment parameter to obtain the control parameters for the drying program.

[0100] For example, the initial temperature of the drying tunnel or drum corresponds to multiple temperature ranges, such as T0 (<0℃), T1 (0-10℃), T2 (10-20℃), T3 (20-30℃), and T4 (>30℃). Through calibration or experimental data, the temperature control range H0 of the heating element corresponding to temperature range T0; the temperature control range H1 of the heating element corresponding to temperature range T1; the temperature control range H2 of the heating element corresponding to temperature range T2; the temperature control range H3 of the heating element corresponding to temperature range T3; and the temperature control range H4 of the heating element corresponding to temperature range T4 can be set.

[0101] Furthermore, the third adjustment parameter varies depending on the weight range of the clothing. For example, the third adjustment parameter is c0 for weight range 0, c1 for weight range 1, c2 for weight range 2, c3 for weight range 3, and c4 for weight range 4.

[0102] For example, if the initial temperature is in the temperature range T2, then the initial temperature control range corresponding to the heating element can be determined as temperature control range H2. The weight range of the clothes is in range 3, and the corresponding third adjustment parameter is c3. Further, based on the third adjustment parameter c3, the temperature control range H2 is adjusted to obtain the target temperature control range for the drying program. Correspondingly, if the initial temperature is in the temperature range T2, then the initial drying condition corresponding to the drying program can be determined as G2. The weight range of the clothes is in range 3, and the corresponding third adjustment parameter is c3. Further, based on the third adjustment parameter c3, the drying condition G2 is adjusted to obtain the target temperature control range for the drying program.

[0103] In some embodiments, the control parameters may further include the drying duration of the drying program. Optionally, the drying duration of the drying program can be determined based on the initial temperature and the weight of the clothes. The process for determining the drying duration is similar to that for other control parameters, and the steps are not detailed here. For example, if the clothes are at a low temperature and / or there are many clothes, the drying time can be extended; if the clothes are at a high temperature and / or there are few clothes, the drying time can be reduced. This not only ensures the drying effect of the clothes but also makes reasonable use of energy, avoids energy waste, and is conducive to energy conservation and environmental protection.

[0104] S204, based on the control parameters, controls the garment processing device to execute the drying program.

[0105] For optional implementations of step S204, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 1 Optional implementation methods of step S103, and Figure 1Other related parts in the embodiments involved will not be described in detail here.

[0106] In this embodiment, monitoring the initial temperature and weight of the clothes inside the drum provides a basis for determining the control parameters of the drying program. Furthermore, since the control parameters of the drying program can be dynamically determined based on the actual condition of the clothes inside the drum, instead of relying on fixed control parameters, this not only ensures the drying effect but also makes rational use of energy, avoiding energy waste and promoting energy conservation and environmental protection.

[0107] Figure 3 A flowchart illustrating another method for drying clothes provided in this embodiment of the disclosure. Figure 3 As shown, this method for drying clothes includes, but is not limited to, the following steps:

[0108] S301, Obtain the initial temperature of the target area.

[0109] For optional implementations of step S301, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 1 Optional implementation methods of step S101, and Figure 1 Other related parts in the embodiments involved will not be described in detail here.

[0110] S302 determines the control parameters of the drying program based on the initial temperature.

[0111] In some embodiments, the control parameters include at least the target temperature control range of the heating element and the target drying conditions of the drying process.

[0112] For optional implementations of step S202, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 1 Step S102, and Figure 2 Optional implementation methods for steps S202 to S203, and Figure 1 and Figure 2 Other related parts in the embodiments involved will not be described in detail here.

[0113] S303 controls the garment processing device to execute the drying program according to the control parameters.

[0114] In some embodiments, after obtaining the control parameters, the garment handling device can be controlled to execute a drying program according to the control parameters. That is, the garment handling device can be controlled to turn on the drying heating element and the fan to start the drying program to dry the clothes in the drum. It is understood that during the execution of the drying program, the drying program is monitored according to the control parameters determined in the above steps.

[0115] S304: During the drying process, the temperature of the heating element is continuously collected, and the heating element is turned off in response to the temperature of the heating element rising to the upper end of the target temperature control range.

[0116] In some embodiments, a temperature sensor may be installed near the location where the heating element is mounted in the drying tunnel to detect the temperature of the heating element. Optionally, a temperature sensor may be installed at the inlet of the drying tunnel to detect the inlet temperature, which is used as the temperature of the heating element. It is understood that the inlet temperature of the drying tunnel may be the temperature of the air inlet at the connection between the drying tunnel and the cylinder, where air enters the cylinder.

[0117] After obtaining the temperature of the heating element, the temperature of the heating element can be compared with the upper end of the target temperature control range. If the temperature of the heating element rises to the upper end of the target temperature control range, it indicates that the temperature inside the drying tunnel or drum is too high. The heating element can then be turned off to avoid the problem of the drying tunnel temperature being too high, which could damage the device.

[0118] S305: During the process of shutting down the heating element, the temperature of the heating element continues to be collected. In response to the collected temperature of the heating element dropping to the lower end of the target temperature control range, the heating element is restarted.

[0119] While the heating element is off, the drying program continues to run. Accordingly, the temperature of the heating element can continue to be collected. Furthermore, the temperature of the heating element collected later can be compared with the lower end of the target temperature control range. In response to the temperature of the heating element dropping to the lower end of the target temperature control range, it means that the temperature inside the drying tunnel or drum has dropped to a lower temperature. In order to improve the drying effect, the heating element can be restarted to supply heat to the drying tunnel or drum.

[0120] S306 continuously collects the real-time temperature of the target area during the drying process and determines whether the garment processing device meets the target drying conditions based on the real-time temperature of the target area.

[0121] S307, in response to the garment handling device meeting the target drying conditions, ends the drying process.

[0122] In some embodiments, peak values ​​are identified in the real-time temperature of the target area to determine the peak temperature. Further, starting from the peak temperature, the real-time temperature is used to determine whether the garment processing device meets the target drying condition. Starting from the peak temperature, the real-time temperature of the target area continues to be collected, and the real-time temperature of the target area is compared with the target drying condition to determine whether the real-time temperature meets the target drying condition. Optionally, if the temperature difference between the real-time temperature and the peak temperature reaches a set temperature difference value, it can be determined that the garment processing device meets the target drying condition. Optionally, if the real-time temperature drops from the peak temperature to a set temperature drop amount, it can be determined that the garment processing device meets the target drying condition.

[0123] In some embodiments, it is identified whether the real-time temperature of the target area has risen to a set temperature threshold. In response to the real-time temperature rising to the set temperature threshold, the garment processing device determines that the target drying condition is met. Optionally, the real-time temperature of the target area can be the temperature inside the drum, and it is determined whether the temperature inside the drum has risen to the set temperature threshold. Optionally, the real-time temperature of the target area can be the air outlet temperature, and it is determined whether the air outlet temperature has risen to the set temperature threshold, etc.

[0124] In some embodiments, after determining that the garment handling device meets the target drying conditions, it indicates that the garment has been dried, and the drying process can be ended. The garment handling device can then be controlled to unlock the door so that the user can remove the dried garment from the drum.

[0125] In some embodiments, after determining that the garment handling device meets the target drying conditions, although the clothes have been dried, the temperature inside the drum is still relatively high. To prevent the user from removing the clothes while the temperature is still high, the drying program can continue running for a set time. During this set time, the drying program stops heating and enters a cooling phase by blowing cold air. Optionally, after determining that the garment handling device meets the target drying conditions, the heating element is turned off while the fan continues to operate. The fan blows air to cool the temperature inside the drum so that the real-time temperature of the target area reaches a safe temperature threshold. At this point, the drying program ends, and the garment handling device unlocks the door to allow the user to remove the dried clothes from the drum.

[0126] In this embodiment, monitoring the initial temperature of the drum provides a basis for determining the control parameters of the drying program. Furthermore, executing the drying program according to the control parameters makes the drying process more intelligent. Moreover, since the control parameters of the drying program can be dynamically determined based on the actual condition of the clothes inside the drum, instead of relying on fixed control parameters, not only can the drying effect be guaranteed, but energy can also be used rationally, avoiding energy waste and contributing to energy conservation and environmental protection.

[0127] This disclosure also proposes an apparatus for implementing any of the above methods. For example, an apparatus is proposed that includes units or modules for implementing the steps performed by the apparatus in any of the above methods.

[0128] It should be understood that the division of units or modules in the above device is only a logical functional division. In actual implementation, they can be fully or partially integrated into a single physical entity, or they can be physically separated. Furthermore, the units or modules in the device can be implemented by a processor calling software: for example, the device includes a processor connected to a memory containing instructions, and the processor calls the instructions stored in the memory to implement any of the above methods or to achieve the functions of the units or modules in the above device.

[0129] Figure 4 This is a structural block diagram of a clothes drying controller according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0130] like Figure 4 As shown, the clothes drying controller 400 includes: a temperature acquisition module 401, a parameter determination module 402, and a program execution module 403.

[0131] Temperature acquisition module 401 is used to acquire the current initial temperature of a target part, the target part including at least one of a drum and a drying tunnel;

[0132] The parameter determination module 402 is used to determine the control parameters of the drying program based on the initial temperature. The control parameters include at least the target temperature control range of the heating element and / or the target drying conditions of the drying program.

[0133] The program execution module 403 is used to control the clothing processing device to execute the drying program according to the control parameters.

[0134] In some embodiments, the parameter determining module 402 is further configured to:

[0135] Determine the temperature range within which the initial temperature falls;

[0136] The target temperature control range of the heating element is determined based on the temperature range in which the initial temperature is located.

[0137] In some embodiments, the parameter determining module 402 is further configured to:

[0138] Based on the initial temperature, determine the first adjustment parameter for the temperature control range of the heating element;

[0139] The reference temperature control range of the heating element is adjusted according to the first adjustment parameter to obtain the target temperature control range of the heating element.

[0140] In some embodiments, the parameter determining module 402 is further configured to:

[0141] Determine the temperature range within which the initial temperature falls;

[0142] Based on the temperature range of the initial temperature, the target drying conditions of the drying process are determined.

[0143] In some embodiments, the parameter determining module 402 is further configured to:

[0144] Based on the initial temperature, a second adjustment parameter for the drying temperature parameter is determined;

[0145] The baseline drying conditions of the drying program are adjusted according to the second adjustment parameter to obtain the target drying conditions of the drying program.

[0146] In some embodiments, the parameter determining module 402 is further configured to:

[0147] Obtain the weight of the garment in the roller;

[0148] The control parameters of the drying program are determined based on the initial temperature and the weight of the clothing.

[0149] In some embodiments, the parameter determining module 402 is further configured to:

[0150] Based on the initial temperature, determine the initial control parameters of the drying process;

[0151] Based on the weight of the clothing, a third adjustment parameter is determined, and the initial control parameter is adjusted based on the third adjustment parameter to obtain the control parameters of the drying program.

[0152] In some embodiments, the program execution module 403 is further configured to:

[0153] During the drying process, the temperature of the heating element is continuously collected;

[0154] In response to the temperature of the heating element rising to the upper end of the target temperature control range, the heating element is turned off;

[0155] During the shutdown process, the temperature of the heating element continues to be collected. In response to the subsequent collection of the temperature of the heating element dropping to the lower end of the target temperature control range, the heating element is restarted.

[0156] In some embodiments, the program execution module 403 is further configured to:

[0157] During the drying process, the real-time temperature of the target area is continuously collected;

[0158] The clothing processing device determines whether the target drying condition is met based on the real-time temperature of the target area.

[0159] The drying process ends when the garment handling device meets the target dryness condition.

[0160] In some embodiments, the program execution module 403 is further configured to:

[0161] Identify the temperature peak value of the target area, and continue to collect the real-time temperature of the target area starting from the temperature peak value;

[0162] In response to the temperature difference between the peak temperature and the real-time temperature reaching a set temperature difference value, the garment processing device is determined to meet the target drying condition.

[0163] In some embodiments, the program execution module 403 is further configured to:

[0164] Identify whether the real-time temperature of the target area has risen to a set temperature threshold;

[0165] In response to the real-time temperature rising to the set temperature threshold, the garment processing device is confirmed to meet the target drying condition.

[0166] In this embodiment, monitoring the initial temperature of the drum provides a basis for determining the control parameters of the drying program. Furthermore, executing the drying program according to the control parameters makes the drying process more intelligent. Moreover, since the control parameters of the drying program can be dynamically determined based on the actual condition of the clothes inside the drum, instead of relying on fixed control parameters, not only can the drying effect be guaranteed, but energy can also be used rationally, avoiding energy waste and contributing to energy conservation and environmental protection.

[0167] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the garment processing apparatus 500 according to an embodiment of this disclosure. The garment processing apparatus 500 includes, as follows: Figure 4 The controller 400, first drum 501, and second drum 502 for drying clothes are shown.

[0168] In some embodiments, the capacity of the second roller is greater than that of the first roller, wherein the controller is used to control the drying of the first roller in the garment handling apparatus.

[0169] In some embodiments, the capacity of the first roller is 1 to 10 L.

[0170] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the electronic device 600 proposed in this embodiment. The electronic device 600 can be a clothing processing device (e.g., a washing machine), or a chip, chip system, or processor that supports any of the above methods. The electronic device 600 can be used to implement the methods described in the above method embodiments; please refer to the descriptions in the above method embodiments for details.

[0171] like Figure 6As shown, the electronic device 600 includes one or more processors 601. The processor 601 can be a general-purpose processor or a dedicated processor, such as a baseband processor or a central processing unit (CPU). The baseband processor can be used to process communication protocols and communication data, while the CPU can be used to control communication devices (e.g., base stations, baseband chips, terminal devices, terminal device chips, DUs or CUs, etc.), execute programs, and process program data. Optionally, the electronic device 600 can be used to execute any of the above methods. Optionally, one or more processors 601 can be used to invoke instructions to cause the electronic device 600 to execute any of the above methods.

[0172] In some embodiments, the electronic device 600 further includes one or more transceivers 602. When the electronic device 600 includes one or more transceivers 602, the transceiver 602 performs at least one of the communication steps such as sending and / or receiving in the above-described method, and the processor 601 performs at least one of the other steps. In optional embodiments, the transceiver may include a receiver and / or a transmitter, which may be separate or integrated. Optionally, the terms transceiver, transceiver unit, transceiver, transceiver circuit, interface circuit, interface, etc., can be used interchangeably; the terms transmitter, transmitting unit, transmitter, transmitting circuit, etc., can be used interchangeably; and the terms receiver, receiving unit, receiver, receiving circuit, etc., can be used interchangeably.

[0173] In some embodiments, the electronic device 600 further includes one or more memories 603 for storing data. Optionally, all or part of the memories 603 may be located outside the electronic device 600. In optional embodiments, the electronic device 600 may include one or more interface circuits 604. Optionally, the interface circuits 604 are connected to the memories 602, and the interface circuits 604 can be used to receive data from the memories 602 or other devices, and can be used to send data to the memories 602 or other devices. For example, the interface circuits 604 can read data stored in the memories 602 and send the data to the processor 601.

[0174] The electronic device 600 described in the above embodiments may be a network device or a terminal, but the scope of the electronic device 600 described in this disclosure is not limited thereto, and the structure of the electronic device 600 may vary. Figure 6The limitations. Electronic devices can be standalone devices or part of a larger device. For example, the electronic devices can be: (1) standalone integrated circuits (ICs), or chips, or chip systems or subsystems; (2) a collection of one or more ICs, optionally including storage components for storing data or programs; (3) ASICs, such as modems; (4) modules that can be embedded in other devices; (5) receivers, terminal devices, smart terminal devices, cellular phones, wireless devices, handheld devices, mobile units, vehicle-mounted devices, network devices, cloud devices, artificial intelligence devices, etc.; (6) others, etc.

[0175] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the chip system 700 proposed in an embodiment of this disclosure. For cases where the electronic device 600 can be a chip or a chip system, please refer to... Figure 7 The schematic diagram of the chip system 600 shown is not limited to this.

[0176] The chip system 700 includes one or more processors 701. The chip system 700 is used to perform any of the above methods.

[0177] In some embodiments, the chip system 700 further includes one or more interface circuits 702. Optionally, terms such as interface circuit, interface, and transceiver pin can be used interchangeably. In some embodiments, the chip system 700 further includes one or more memories 703 for storing data. Optionally, all or part of the memories 703 may be located outside the chip system 700. Optionally, the interface circuit 702 is connected to the memories 703, and the interface circuit 702 can be used to receive data from the memories 703 or other devices, and the interface circuit 702 can be used to send data to the memories 703 or other devices. For example, the interface circuit 702 can read data stored in the memories 703 and send the data to the processor 701.

[0178] In some embodiments, the interface circuit 702 performs at least one of the communication steps, such as sending and / or receiving, in the above-described method. For example, the interface circuit 702 performing the communication steps, such as sending and / or receiving, in the above-described method means that the interface circuit 702 performs data interaction between the processor 701, the chip system 700, the memory 703, or the transceiver device. In some embodiments, the processor 701 performs at least one of the other steps.

[0179] The modules and / or devices described in the various embodiments, such as virtual devices, physical devices, and chips, can be combined or separated arbitrarily as needed. Optionally, some or all steps can also be performed collaboratively by multiple modules and / or devices, which is not limited here.

[0180] This disclosure also proposes a storage medium storing instructions that, when executed on an electronic device 600, cause the electronic device 600 to perform any of the above methods. Optionally, the storage medium is an electronic storage medium. Optionally, the storage medium is a computer-readable storage medium, but not limited thereto; it may also be a storage medium readable by other devices. Optionally, the storage medium may be a non-transitory storage medium, but not limited thereto; it may also be a temporary storage medium.

[0181] This disclosure also provides a program product that, when executed by an electronic device 700, causes the electronic device 700 to perform any of the above methods. Optionally, the program product is a computer program product.

[0182] This disclosure also proposes a computer program that, when run on a computer, causes the computer to perform any of the above methods.

[0183] Those skilled in the art will also understand that the various illustrative logical blocks and steps listed in the embodiments of this disclosure can be implemented by electronic hardware, computer software, or a combination of both. Whether such functionality is implemented in hardware or software depends on the specific application and the overall system design requirements. Those skilled in the art can implement the described functionality using various methods for each specific application, but such implementation should not be construed as exceeding the scope of protection of the embodiments of this disclosure.

[0184] Other embodiments of this disclosure will readily occur to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the specification and practice of the invention disclosed herein. This disclosure is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of this disclosure that follow the general principles of this disclosure and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein. The specification and examples are to be considered exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of this disclosure are indicated by the following claims.

[0185] It should be understood that this disclosure is not limited to the precise structures described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes can be made without departing from its scope. The scope of this disclosure is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A method for drying clothes, characterized in that, The term includes: Obtain the current initial temperature of the target area, which includes at least one of the drum and the drying tunnel; Based on the initial temperature, the control parameters of the drying program are determined, and the control parameters include at least the target temperature control range of the heating element and / or the target drying conditions of the drying program. The garment processing device is controlled to execute the drying program according to the control parameters.

2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, Determining the control parameters of the drying process based on the initial temperature includes: Determine the temperature range within which the initial temperature falls; The target temperature control range of the heating element is determined based on the temperature range in which the initial temperature is located.

3. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, Determining the control parameters of the drying process based on the initial temperature includes: Based on the initial temperature, determine the first adjustment parameter for the temperature control range of the heating element; The reference temperature control range of the heating element is adjusted according to the first adjustment parameter to obtain the target temperature control range of the heating element.

4. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, Determining the control parameters of the drying process based on the initial temperature includes: Determine the temperature range within which the initial temperature falls; Based on the temperature range of the initial temperature, the target drying conditions of the drying process are determined.

5. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, Determining the control parameters of the drying process based on the initial temperature includes: Based on the initial temperature, a second adjustment parameter for the drying temperature parameter is determined; The baseline drying conditions of the drying program are adjusted according to the second adjustment parameter to obtain the target drying conditions of the drying program.

6. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, Determining the control parameters of the drying process based on the initial temperature includes: Obtain the weight of the garment in the roller; The control parameters of the drying program are determined based on the initial temperature and the weight of the clothing.

7. The method according to claim 6, characterized in that, Determining the control parameters of the drying process based on the initial temperature includes: Based on the initial temperature, determine the initial control parameters of the drying process; Based on the weight of the clothing, a third adjustment parameter is determined, and the initial control parameter is adjusted based on the third adjustment parameter to obtain the control parameters of the drying program.

8. The method according to any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that, The step of controlling the clothing processing device to execute the drying program according to the control parameters includes: During the drying process, the temperature of the heating element is continuously collected; In response to the temperature of the heating element rising to the upper end of the target temperature control range, the heating element is turned off; During the shutdown process, the temperature of the heating element continues to be collected. In response to the subsequent collection of the temperature of the heating element dropping to the lower end of the target temperature control range, the heating element is restarted.

9. The method according to any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that, The step of controlling the clothing processing device to execute the drying program according to the control parameters includes: During the drying process, the real-time temperature of the target area is continuously collected; The clothing processing device determines whether the target drying condition is met based on the real-time temperature of the target area. The drying process ends when the garment handling device meets the target dryness condition.

10. The method according to claim 9, characterized in that, The step of determining whether the clothing treatment device meets the target dryness condition based on the real-time temperature of the target area includes: Identify the temperature peak value of the target area, and continue to collect the real-time temperature of the target area starting from the temperature peak value; In response to the temperature difference between the peak temperature and the real-time temperature reaching a set temperature difference value, the garment processing device is determined to meet the target drying condition.

11. The method according to claim 9, characterized in that, The step of determining whether the clothing treatment device meets the target dryness condition based on the real-time temperature of the target area includes: Identify whether the real-time temperature of the target area has risen to a set temperature threshold; In response to the real-time temperature rising to the set temperature threshold, the garment processing device is confirmed to meet the target drying condition.

12. A controller for drying clothes, characterized in that, include: A temperature acquisition module is used to acquire the current initial temperature of a target part, wherein the target part includes at least one of a drum and a drying tunnel; The parameter determination module is used to determine the control parameters of the drying program based on the initial temperature. The control parameters include at least the target temperature control range of the heating element and / or the target drying conditions of the drying program. The program execution module is used to control the clothing processing device to execute the drying program according to the control parameters.

13. A garment processing device, characterized in that, include: The controller for drying clothes as described in claim 10; The first roller and the second roller, wherein the capacity of the second roller is greater than the capacity of the first roller; The controller is used to control the drying of the first drum in the garment processing device.

14. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 13, characterized in that, The capacity of the first roller is 1 to 10 L.

15. An electronic device, characterized in that, include: A memory, a processor, and a computer program stored in the memory and executable on the processor, wherein the processor, when executing the program, implements the clothes drying method as described in any one of claims 1-11.

16. A computer-readable storage medium having a computer program stored thereon, characterized in that, When the program is executed by the processor, it implements the clothes drying method as described in any one of claims 1-11.

17. A computer program product comprising a computer program that, when executed by a processor, implements the clothes drying method according to any one of claims 1-11.

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