Method for drying control of a cleaning base station and cleaning base station

Abstract

The application provides a drying control method of a cleaning base station and the cleaning base station, and relates to the technical field of smart homes. The drying control method comprises the following steps: acquiring type information of a cleaning component to be dried in the cleaning base station; determining a target drying mode corresponding to the type information from a plurality of preset drying modes according to the type information; and adjusting drying parameters of the cleaning base station to parameters corresponding to the target drying mode to dry the cleaning component. By acquiring the type information of the cleaning component to be dried, the target drying mode corresponding to the type information is selected to perform the drying operation on the cleaning component, thereby realizing differentiated drying treatment of different types of cleaning components and effectively solving the problem of incomplete drying or over-drying caused by the single drying mode of the existing cleaning base station.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of smart homes, and more specifically to a drying control method for a cleaning base station and a cleaning base station. Background Technology

[0002] With the increasing popularity of cleaning robots, cleaning base stations, as supporting equipment, can automatically clean the cleaning components (such as mops and rags) on the cleaning equipment and dry them after cleaning to prevent bacterial growth and odor.

[0003] Existing cleaning stations typically support various types of cleaning components to meet the cleaning needs of different areas. However, these different types of cleaning components are made of different materials, resulting in variations in their water absorption and heat resistance. For example, some cleaning components use fine fibers to improve their ability to wipe away dirt; their water absorption is generally moderate, but their heat resistance is good. Other cleaning components use porous materials to improve water absorption, but they are more sensitive to drying temperatures. However, existing cleaning stations usually only provide a single drying mode when drying the cleaning components after cleaning, using the same drying mode regardless of the component material. This leads to some cleaning components not drying completely, remaining damp for extended periods and fostering bacterial growth, while other cleaning components suffer damage such as material shrinkage and hardening due to over-drying. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by this invention is: how to enable the cleaning base station to meet the drying requirements of cleaning components made of various different materials.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the first aspect of the present invention provides a drying control method for a clean base station, applicable to a clean base station capable of drying multiple cleaning components. The drying control method includes: acquiring type information of the cleaning components to be dried in the clean base station; determining a target drying mode corresponding to the type information from multiple preset drying modes based on the type information; and adjusting the drying parameters of the clean base station to parameters corresponding to the target drying mode to dry the cleaning components.

[0006] Optionally, the cleaning base station acquires category information through at least one of the following methods: by identifying an identification tag located on the cleaning component through an identification module; by obtaining information through user input commands; or by communicating with a cleaning device carrying the cleaning component through the cleaning base station.

[0007] Optionally, the identification tag includes at least one of the following: an electronic radio frequency tag, a QR code tag, a color block tag, and a texture tag set on the cleaning component; the identification module is at least one of an electronic radio frequency tag reading module, an image recognition module, and a contact recognition module corresponding to the identification tag.

[0008] Optionally, the cleaning components include at least two of the following: kitchen cleaning components, living room cleaning components, bathroom cleaning components, and maintenance cleaning components; the multiple preset drying modes include at least two of the following drying modes: a first drying mode corresponding to the kitchen cleaning components; a second drying mode corresponding to the living room cleaning components; a third drying mode corresponding to the bathroom cleaning components; and a fourth drying mode corresponding to the maintenance cleaning components.

[0009] Optionally, the drying parameters include at least one of the following: target drying temperature for drying the cleaning components, target drying time, target rotation speed, and target heating power.

[0010] Optionally, the target drying temperature of the first drying mode is 65℃-75℃, the target drying time is 15-25 minutes, the target rotation speed is a preset first speed, and the target heating power is a preset first power; the target drying temperature of the second drying mode is 55℃-65℃, the target drying time is 20-30 minutes, the target rotation speed is a preset second speed, and the target heating power is a preset second power; the target drying temperature of the third drying mode is 40℃-50℃, the target drying time is 30-45 minutes, the target rotation speed is a preset third speed, and the target heating power is a preset third power; the target drying temperature of the fourth drying mode is 35℃-45℃, the target drying time is 10-15 minutes, the target rotation speed is a preset third speed, and the target heating power is a preset third power; wherein, the preset first speed is greater than the preset second speed, and the second preset speed is greater than the preset third speed, the preset first power is greater than the preset second power, and the second preset power is greater than the preset third power.

[0011] Optionally, the drying control method further includes: at the end of drying, acquiring the humidity parameter of the cleaning component; if the humidity parameter is higher than a preset humidity threshold, extending the drying time of the cleaning component; after extending the drying time, acquiring the humidity parameter of the cleaning component again; if the humidity parameter is still higher than the preset humidity threshold, repeating the above-mentioned steps of extending the drying time until the humidity parameter is lower than the preset humidity threshold, or reaching the preset maximum number of extensions.

[0012] Optionally, different types of cleaning components correspond to different preset humidity thresholds.

[0013] Optionally, if the humidity threshold is still higher than the preset humidity threshold after reaching the preset maximum number of extensions, a reminder message will be issued.

[0014] Optionally, the drying control method further includes: when drying multiple different types of cleaning components sequentially, the cleaning base station is configured to automatically switch the corresponding drying mode according to the type information of the cleaning component to be dried.

[0015] Optionally, if the type information cannot be obtained, the user is prompted to manually select the type of cleaning component, or to use the default drying mode for drying.

[0016] On the other hand, the present invention provides a clean base station, comprising: a base station body, the base station body having a drying area for accommodating and drying a clean component to be dried; an identification module for acquiring type information of the clean component to be dried; a drying device installed on the base station body for performing a drying operation on the clean component; and a control module configured to execute the drying control method described above to control the drying device to perform a drying operation on the clean component located in the drying area in a target drying mode corresponding to the type information.

[0017] Optionally, the drying device includes: a fan for driving airflow to circulate in the drying area; and a heating element for heating the airflow blown toward the cleaning components.

[0018] Optionally, the drying device also includes a rotating mechanism for driving the cleaning components to rotate.

[0019] Optionally, the cleaning base station also includes a humidity detection device, located in the drying area, for acquiring humidity parameters of the dried cleaning components.

[0020] Through the above technical solution, the drying control method for the clean base station provided by the present invention presets multiple target drying modes for different types of clean components. By obtaining the type information of the clean components to be dried, the corresponding target drying mode is selected to perform the drying operation on the clean components, thereby realizing differentiated drying treatment for different types of clean components and effectively solving the problem of incomplete drying or over-drying caused by the use of a single drying mode in existing clean base stations.

[0021] Other features and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail in the following detailed description section. Attached Figure Description

[0022] The accompanying drawings are provided to further illustrate embodiments of the present invention and form part of the specification. They are used together with the following detailed description to explain the embodiments of the present invention, but do not constitute a limitation thereof. In the drawings: Figure 1 This is a schematic flowchart of one embodiment of the drying control method proposed in this application; Figure 2 This is a schematic flowchart of another embodiment of the drying control method proposed in this application. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The specific embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are for illustration and explanation only and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0024] It should be noted that the acquisition, transmission, storage, use, and processing of data in the technical solution of this application all comply with relevant laws and regulations. In the embodiments of this application, certain existing industry solutions such as software, components, and models may be mentioned. These should be considered exemplary, intended only to illustrate the feasibility of implementing the technical solution of this application, and do not imply that the applicant has already used or necessarily used such solutions.

[0025] This application provides a drying control method for a cleaning base station, which is applied to a cleaning base station capable of drying various cleaning components. The cleaning base station is used in conjunction with cleaning equipment, specifically a robotic vacuum cleaner, a robotic mop, or a combined vacuum and mop robot. After the cleaning equipment completes its cleaning task and returns to the cleaning base station, the cleaning base station cleans the cleaning components installed on the cleaning equipment. After cleaning, the cleaning components need to be dried to prevent the damp cleaning components from breeding bacteria, producing odors, or affecting their performance during storage.

[0026] In specific application scenarios, the aforementioned cleaning components can be detachable components such as mops and rags installed at the bottom of the cleaning equipment. Due to differences in the areas cleaned by the cleaning equipment (e.g., kitchen, living room, bathroom) and the different cleaning purposes (e.g., daily cleaning, floor maintenance), users can equip the cleaning equipment with various types of cleaning components. Different types of cleaning components differ in material, structure, and function, thus requiring different drying temperatures, drying times, and drying methods. For example, twisted cloth rags used for kitchen cleaning have fine fibers, good temperature resistance, and are easy to dry, while cotton rags used for bathroom cleaning have a porous structure, strong water absorption, but are prone to shrinkage and deformation at high temperatures; chenille cloth rags used for living room cleaning have fluffy and soft fibers but generally poor temperature resistance. In existing technologies, cleaning base stations typically use fixed drying parameters to uniformly dry all types of cleaning components, failing to differentiate treatment based on the material characteristics and actual needs of different types of cleaning components. This leads to unstable drying effects or problems such as damage to cleaning components and wasted energy.

[0027] To address the aforementioned problems, this embodiment provides a drying control method for a clean base station, such as... Figure 1 As shown, the drying control method includes the following steps in its specific implementation: Step S110: Obtain information on the types of cleaning components to be dried in the cleaning base station; Step S120: Based on the type information, determine the target drying mode corresponding to the type information from multiple preset drying modes; Step S130: Adjust the drying parameters of the cleaning base station to the parameters corresponding to the target drying mode to dry the cleaning components.

[0028] Specifically, in step S110, the cleaning base station first obtains the type information of the cleaning component to be dried. This type information identifies the category of the cleaning component, enabling the cleaning base station to distinguish between different types of cleaning components, thus providing a basis for differentiated drying control in subsequent steps. In step S120, based on the type information obtained in step S110, the cleaning base station determines a target drying mode from a plurality of pre-stored preset drying modes that matches the type of cleaning component corresponding to that type information. In step S130, the cleaning base station adjusts its drying parameters to correspond to the parameters of the target drying mode and dries the cleaning component according to the adjusted drying parameters. By adjusting the drying parameters to correspond to the target drying mode, the cleaning base station can flexibly switch drying strategies according to the actual needs of different types of cleaning components, achieving precise and differentiated drying control.

[0029] It is understandable that the correspondence between the above-mentioned type information and the preset drying mode can be pre-stored in the control system of the cleaning base station in the form of a mapping table, or it can be stored in the cloud. After obtaining the type information, the cleaning base station determines the corresponding target drying mode by looking up the mapping table.

[0030] Compared with the existing technology that uses fixed drying parameters for all cleaning components, the drying control method of this application can achieve differentiated and refined drying control for different types of cleaning components. While avoiding over-drying and damaging the material of the cleaning components, it ensures that the drying is sufficient and thorough, thereby extending the service life of the cleaning components and improving the user experience.

[0031] In some embodiments, the cleaning base station acquires category information by at least one of the following methods: by identifying an identity tag located on the cleaning component through an identification module; by obtaining it through user input instructions; or by communicating with a cleaning device carrying the cleaning component through the cleaning base station.

[0032] Optionally, the identification module identifies the identification tags on the cleaning components. Specifically, when the cleaning equipment returns to the base station to enter the drying process, the identification module located in the drying area automatically scans / detects the cleaning components, reads the identification tags attached to them (pre-written with category number, type code, material identification, etc.), parses them into standardized category information, and transmits it to the control module. This method achieves fully automated data collection without manual intervention and is suitable for automated scenarios such as continuous switching of multiple cleaning cloths.

[0033] Alternatively, the user can input commands. Specifically, the user manually selects the type of cleaning component (such as "kitchen cleaning component," "bathroom cleaning component," etc.) through a base station interface (touchscreen, button panel, or knob, etc.) or a mobile app. The advantages are simplicity, low cost, and suitability for low-cost products without identification tags.

[0034] Optionally, this information can be obtained through communication with a cleaning device carrying cleaning components. Specifically, the cleaning device records the types of cleaning components currently installed (this information can be entered by the user through the cleaning device's interface before the task, or identified by the cleaning device's built-in identification module). After the cleaning device returns to the base station and establishes a communication connection, the base station sends a query request to the device, and the device sends back the recorded type information. The communication link between the cleaning device and the cleaning base station can be wireless, such as WiFi, Bluetooth, or Zigbee, or wired communication via the electrical contact interface when the base station and cleaning device are physically connected. This method utilizes the existing sensing capabilities of the cleaning device, reducing the hardware cost at the base station.

[0035] It should be noted that any one of the three methods for obtaining category information can be used, or a combination thereof; optionally, if valid category information cannot be obtained successfully, a prompt will be issued to remind the user to manually select the category information.

[0036] In some embodiments, the identification tag includes at least one of the following: an electronic radio frequency tag, a QR code tag, a color block tag, and a texture tag disposed on the cleaning component; the identification module is at least one of an electronic radio frequency tag reading module, an image recognition module, and a contact recognition module corresponding to the identification tag.

[0037] Optionally, an electronic radio frequency tag (RFID) is used in conjunction with an RFID tag reading module. Specifically, in step S110, the RFID tag (such as an RFID tag or NFC tag) is pre-installed at a specific location on the cleaning component (sewn onto the edge of the cloth, pasted on the back of the mop, or embedded in a fixing clip), and stores a category ID or type code internally. When the cleaning component enters the drying area, the reading module automatically reads the ID in the RFID tag and determines the type information of the target cleaning component according to the ID mapping table, so as to determine the corresponding target drying mode in subsequent steps. The advantage of this acquisition method is that it is not affected by dirt or light, is automated and highly reliable, and can store more information (such as production batch number, recommended cleaning parameters, etc.).

[0038] Optionally, a QR code label or color block label can be used in conjunction with an image recognition module. Specifically, in step S110, a QR code can be printed or pasted on the surface of the cleaning component, encoding category identification information. The image recognition module (e.g., a camera) captures the image and decodes it to extract the category information. Alternatively, different color blocks can be used to identify categories (e.g., red / blue / green / yellow each correspond to a category of cleaning component). The camera captures the colors, analyzes the color features using a color recognition algorithm, and compares them with a preset color-to-category mapping table to determine the category of the cleaning component. The advantage of this acquisition method is that it does not require complex encoding and decoding and is suitable for low-cost products.

[0039] Optionally, a texture tag can be used in conjunction with a contact recognition module. Specifically, in step S110, specific physical texture features (such as mechanical contacts, raised or recessed patterns, or other geometric shapes) are designed on the cleaning component. The contact recognition module makes physical contact with the texture tag and matches it against a pre-stored texture template library to determine the type information of the cleaning component. The advantage of this acquisition method is that it does not depend on the light / radio environment and has high reliability.

[0040] It should be noted that the above-mentioned combinations of various identity tags and identification modules can be used individually, or two or more combinations can be selected arbitrarily based on the product positioning of the cleaning base station and the design characteristics of the cleaning components.

[0041] In some embodiments, the cleaning components include at least two of a kitchen cleaning component, a living room cleaning component, a bathroom cleaning component, and a maintenance cleaning component; the plurality of preset drying modes include at least two of the following drying modes: a first drying mode corresponding to the kitchen cleaning component; a second drying mode corresponding to the living room cleaning component; a third drying mode corresponding to the bathroom cleaning component; and a fourth drying mode corresponding to the maintenance cleaning component.

[0042] Among them, kitchen cleaning kits are used to clean heavily soiled substances such as oil stains and food residues from kitchen floors, and their material is mostly twisted fabric. Twisted fabric has fine fibers, a smooth surface, and good temperature resistance, with relatively moderate water absorption and retention capacity. Accordingly, the first drying mode for kitchen cleaning kits can use a relatively high drying temperature and a relatively short drying time, utilizing the higher temperature to accelerate the evaporation of moisture from the fiber surface, thus completing the drying process in a shorter time.

[0043] Living room cleaning kits are used to clean dust, hair, and fine fibrous particles in daily activity areas such as living rooms and bedrooms. They are primarily made of chenille. Chenille fibers are relatively coarse and have a loose structure, allowing them to adhere well to the floor and absorb dust. However, their heat resistance is relatively average; excessively high drying temperatures can cause the fibers to harden and lose their fluffiness. Furthermore, due to the loose fibers and large gaps between them, chenille has relatively low water absorption, resulting in low moisture content after washing and easy drying. Accordingly, the second drying mode for living room cleaning kits can use a medium drying temperature and a moderate drying time to ensure effective drying while avoiding damage to the fiber's softness and fluffiness from high temperatures.

[0044] Bathroom cleaning kits are used to clean water stains, soap scum, and bacterial residue on bathroom floors, and are mostly made of PVC foam. PVC foam has a porous structure and strong water absorption capacity, but it is prone to pore shrinkage and structural collapse under high temperatures, leading to a decrease in its water absorption performance and lifespan. Accordingly, the third drying mode for bathroom cleaning kits can employ a relatively low drying temperature and a longer drying time. This involves extending the drying time under gentle temperature conditions to allow the moisture inside the PVC foam to gradually evaporate and diffuse out, achieving dryness while protecting the PVC foam from high-temperature damage.

[0045] Maintenance-type cleaning kits are used for floor waxing, polishing, and other maintenance tasks. Their materials are mostly fine fibers or special functional fibers containing conditioning ingredients. These fibers are typically soft and have poor heat resistance; excessively high drying temperatures can accelerate fiber aging. Therefore, the fourth drying mode for maintenance-type cleaning kits can use lower drying temperatures and shorter drying times. This gentler drying condition removes residual moisture after cleaning while maximizing the protection of the conditioning ingredients in the fibers and preventing the fibers from aging and hardening due to high temperatures.

[0046] By configuring corresponding first, second, third, and fourth drying modes according to the material characteristics and drying requirements of different types of cleaning components, it is ensured that all types of cleaning components can be dried under drying conditions that are compatible with their material characteristics, thereby ensuring the drying effect while avoiding material damage caused by unsuitable drying parameters.

[0047] In some embodiments, the drying parameters include at least one of a target drying temperature for drying the cleaning component, a target drying time, a target rotation speed, and a target heating power.

[0048] Specifically, the target drying temperature is related to the temperature tolerance of different types of cleaning components. For different types of cleaning components, each drying mode sets a matching target drying temperature to ensure drying efficiency while avoiding excessive heat damage to the cleaning components. The target drying time is related to the water absorption characteristics of the cleaning components. Highly absorbent cleaning components (such as those made of PVC foam) have a high moisture content after washing and require a longer drying time to allow for sufficient evaporation. The target rotation speed is also related to the different mechanical stress tolerances of cleaning components made of different materials during rotation. For example, finely woven, high-strength twisted fabrics can withstand higher rotation speeds; while coarser but fluffy chenille fibers may stretch and deform due to excessive centrifugal force at higher speeds; the fine fibers of maintenance-type cleaning components are also not suitable for rotation at excessively high speeds. Therefore, the target rotation speeds set in different drying modes also vary to achieve a balance between dehydration efficiency and fiber protection. The target heating power determines the heating rate of the drying airflow and the maximum achievable temperature. Different target heating powers can be set in each drying mode to accommodate different heating rate requirements, taking into account the heat resistance characteristics of different cleaning components.

[0049] It should be noted that the four drying parameters mentioned above—target drying temperature, target drying time, target rotation speed, and target heating power—can be used individually as configuration items that distinguish one drying mode from another, or any two or more can be used in combination.

[0050] In some embodiments, the target drying temperature of the first drying mode is 65℃-75℃, the target drying time is 15-25 minutes, the target rotation speed is a preset first speed, and the target heating power is a preset first power; the target drying temperature of the second drying mode is 55℃-65℃, the target drying time is 20-30 minutes, the target rotation speed is a preset second speed, and the target heating power is a preset second power; the target drying temperature of the third drying mode is 40℃-50℃, the target drying time is 30-45 minutes, the target rotation speed is a preset third speed, and the target heating power is a preset third power; the target drying temperature of the fourth drying mode is 35℃-45℃, the target drying time is 10-15 minutes, the target rotation speed is a preset third speed, and the target heating power is a preset third power; wherein, the preset first speed is greater than the preset second speed, and the second preset speed is greater than the preset third speed, the preset first power is greater than the preset second power, and the second preset power is greater than the preset third power.

[0051] Specifically, the kitchen cleaning component is made of twisted fabric. The first drying mode takes advantage of the twisted fabric's fine fibers, good temperature resistance, and relatively moderate moisture content after washing. It employs a high-temperature, rapid drying method, with a target drying temperature set at 65°C to 75°C, a target drying time set at 15 to 25 minutes, a relatively fast preset first speed for the target rotation speed, and a relatively high preset first power for the target heating power. This quickly removes moisture from the twisted fabric, achieving the desired dryness in a shorter drying time, thus improving drying efficiency.

[0052] The living room cleaning unit is made of chenille. The second drying mode is designed for the relatively coarse and fluffy structure of chenille fibers, which have relatively weak water absorption but moderate temperature resistance. It uses a combination of medium drying temperature and moderate drying time, with a target drying temperature of 55℃ to 65℃, a target drying time of 20 to 30 minutes, a target rotation speed of a moderate preset second speed, and a target heating power of a moderate preset second power. This ensures that moisture is thoroughly removed from the fibers while avoiding excessively high temperatures that could cause fiber hardening or loss of fluffiness.

[0053] The bathroom cleaning components are made of PVA foam. The third drying mode addresses the porous structure of PVA foam, which is highly absorbent and retains a high moisture content after washing, but is prone to shrinkage and deformation at high temperatures. It employs a low-temperature, slow-speed drying method, with a target drying temperature of 40℃ to 50℃, a target drying time of 30 to 45 minutes, a relatively slow preset third speed rotation speed, and a relatively low preset third power heating power. This lower temperature allows sufficient time for the moisture in the PVA foam's internal pores to gradually evaporate and diffuse, protecting the porous structure from damage by high temperatures.

[0054] The maintenance-type cleaning components typically use relatively soft special maintenance fibers, employ a low-temperature rapid drying method, with a target drying temperature of 35°C to 45°C, a target drying time of 10 to 15 minutes, a target rotation speed of a relatively slow preset third speed, and a target heating power of a relatively low preset third power.

[0055] Regarding the target rotational speed, the preset first speed, preset second speed, and preset third speed are three sequentially decreasing speed ranges. For example, the preset first speed range is set to 300 rpm to 500 rpm, the preset second speed range is set to 150 rpm to 300 rpm, and the preset third speed range is set to 50 rpm to 150 rpm. Regarding the target heating power, the preset first power, preset second power, and preset third power are three sequentially decreasing power ranges. For example, the preset first power range is set to 800W to 1200W, the preset second power range is set to 500W to 800W, and the preset third power range is set to 200W to 500W.

[0056] In some embodiments, the drying control method further includes: at the end of drying, acquiring the humidity parameter of the cleaning component; if the humidity parameter is higher than a preset humidity threshold, extending the drying time of the cleaning component; after extending the drying time, acquiring the humidity parameter of the cleaning component again; if the humidity parameter is still higher than the preset humidity threshold, repeating the above-mentioned steps of extending the drying time until the humidity parameter is lower than the preset humidity threshold, or reaching the preset maximum number of extensions.

[0057] It should be noted that although the drying time in the above-mentioned multiple target drying modes is preset according to the material characteristics and water absorption performance of the corresponding type of cleaning components, in actual use, the initial moisture content of the cleaning components may fluctuate due to factors such as the amount of water used during cleaning and the ambient humidity. As a result, after the preset drying time is completed, some cleaning components may not have reached the ideal dry state.

[0058] like Figure 2 As shown, after the aforementioned preset target drying mode is completed, the drying control method further includes the following steps: Step S210: The humidity of the cleaning component is detected by a humidity detection device to obtain its humidity parameters, which serve as the basis for judging the drying effect of the cleaning component. The humidity detection device can be a resistive humidity sensor with general accuracy or a capacitive humidity sensor with higher accuracy, depending on the application scenario. The above humidity sensors are all common humidity sensors in the prior art, and their specific working principles will not be described in detail in this application. Step S220: Compare the obtained humidity parameter with the preset humidity threshold to determine whether the current humidity parameter is greater than the preset humidity threshold. If so, proceed to step S230 to control the cleaning base station to extend the drying time of the cleaning component (the extension time can be set to 5 minutes each time) in order to continue to remove residual moisture; If not, proceed to step S240 to complete the drying operation.

[0059] After the extended drying operation is completed, the humidity parameters of the cleaning components are acquired again and compared with the preset humidity threshold. If the humidity parameter is still higher than the preset humidity threshold, the above steps of extended drying and re-detection are repeated, forming a closed-loop control cycle of "detection-judgment-extension-re-detection" until the humidity parameter is lower than the preset humidity threshold, indicating that the cleaning components have reached the drying standard, and the drying process ends. Alternatively, the drying process ends when the maximum number of extensions is reached.

[0060] In some embodiments, different types of cleaning components correspond to different preset humidity thresholds.

[0061] Specifically, the preset humidity threshold can be set differently depending on the type of cleaning component. For example, the preset humidity threshold for kitchen cleaning components, living room cleaning components, and bathroom cleaning components can be set to 10%, while the preset humidity threshold for maintenance cleaning components can be set to 8%.

[0062] In some embodiments, if the humidity parameter is still higher than the preset humidity threshold after reaching the preset maximum number of extensions, a prompt message is issued.

[0063] When this occurs, the control module issues a prompt message, which can be sent to the user via the cleaning base station's interactive interface or a mobile terminal APP, notifying them of the abnormal drying of the cleaning component and suggesting manual inspection or replacement of the cleaning component. Specifically, the control module counts the number of extended drying operations within the aforementioned closed-loop control cycle of "detection-judgment-extension-re-detection". Upon first entering the extended drying process, the cycle count n is initialized to 1. After each subsequent extended drying operation and re-detection of the humidity parameter, if the humidity parameter is still higher than the preset humidity threshold, the cycle count n is incremented by 1. When the cycle count n reaches the preset maximum extension count N, even if the current humidity parameter is not lower than the preset humidity threshold, the control module forcibly terminates the drying process and stops extending the drying. For example, the preset maximum extension count N can be set to 5 times. When the cleaning component fails to reach the drying standard within a reasonable number of extended drying cycles due to material aging, severe fiber structure damage, or abnormally high internal moisture content, setting the maximum extension count N can prevent the drying process from entering an infinite loop, causing continuous energy waste.

[0064] In some embodiments, the drying control method further includes: when drying multiple different types of cleaning components sequentially, the cleaning base station is configured to automatically switch the corresponding drying mode according to the type information of the cleaning component to be dried.

[0065] Specifically, in the continuous drying process, the control module of the cleaning base station first obtains the type information of the first cleaning component to be dried. Based on this type information, it determines the corresponding target drying mode from multiple preset drying modes, adjusts the drying parameters to the parameters corresponding to the target drying mode, and executes the drying operation. After the drying process of the first cleaning component is completed, the user manually or the fabric changing mechanism automatically replaces the second cleaning component to be dried. The control module of the cleaning base station again obtains the type information of the second cleaning component, re-determines the corresponding target drying mode, switches the drying parameters, and executes the next round of drying operation. This process continues until the drying tasks of all cleaning components are completed, reducing the user's operation steps and waiting time, and improving ease of use and user experience.

[0066] In some embodiments, if type information cannot be obtained, the user is prompted to manually select the type of cleaning component or use the default drying mode for drying.

[0067] Specifically, if the cleaning base station fails to obtain the type information of the cleaning component through the identification module, it will prompt the user through its interactive interface or mobile terminal application, reminding the user to manually select the type of cleaning component to be dried. After obtaining the type information input by the user, the cleaning base station will still follow the aforementioned differentiated drying process to ensure that the cleaning component is dried with parameters adapted to its material characteristics, avoiding the uniform parameter processing of cleaning components due to automatic identification failure. Alternatively, The cleaning base station directly uses a preset default drying mode to dry the cleaning components. This default drying mode employs relatively conservative drying parameters to meet the basic drying needs of common cleaning components while minimizing heat damage. For example, the target drying temperature of the default drying mode can be set to 45°C to 55°C, the target drying time can be set to 20 to 30 minutes, and the target rotation speed can be a relatively low to medium speed (e.g., 100 rpm) as a fallback strategy when type information cannot be obtained.

[0068] This application also provides a clean base station, comprising: a base station body having a drying area for accommodating and drying a clean component to be dried; an identification module for acquiring type information of the clean component to be dried; a drying device installed on the base station body for performing a drying operation on the clean component; and a control module configured to execute the above-described drying control method to control the drying device to perform a drying operation on the clean component located in the drying area in a target drying mode corresponding to the type information.

[0069] Specifically, the base station body constitutes the overall structural framework of the clean base station, and a drying area is provided on it for accommodating and drying the clean components to be dried. The drying area is the space where the clean components are dried after cleaning, and can be set as an independent drying chamber or a multi-functional chamber shared with the cleaning area. After the clean components have been cleaned, they are placed in or moved to the drying area to undergo drying.

[0070] The identification module is used to obtain the type information of the cleaning components to be dried. The identification module can be set at the entrance of the drying area of ​​the base station, inside the drying area, or at the docking point between the cleaning equipment and the base station. The specific location should be determined by the ability to effectively identify the identification tags on the cleaning components or receive relevant signals. The specific implementation of the identification module can include any one or more of the electronic radio frequency tag reading module, image recognition module, or contact identification module described in the aforementioned method embodiments. Through the identification module, the cleaning base station can automatically obtain the type information of the cleaning components to be dried before the drying process starts, providing a basis for the control module to match the drying mode and adjust the drying parameters.

[0071] The drying device is installed on the main body of the base station and is used to perform drying operations on the clean components located in the drying area. The drying device dries the clean components at a specific drying temperature, drying time, and rotation speed according to the parameter instructions issued by the control module.

[0072] The control module is configured to execute the aforementioned drying control method. Specifically, the control module runs a program to perform the following functions: receiving the type information of the cleaning components acquired by the identification module; determining the corresponding target drying mode from multiple preset drying modes based on the type information; adjusting the drying parameters of the drying device to the parameters corresponding to the target drying mode; and controlling the drying device to perform a drying operation on the cleaning components located in the drying area using the adjusted drying parameters. The entire process is completed automatically by the control module, without requiring manual settings or intervention from the user.

[0073] Through the coordinated operation of the base station main body, identification module, drying device and control module, the cleaning base station provided in this application can automatically complete the entire drying control process from cleaning component type identification, drying mode matching, drying parameter adjustment to drying execution and effect detection, realizing differentiated drying treatment for different types of cleaning components.

[0074] In some embodiments, the drying apparatus includes: a fan for driving airflow to circulate in the drying area; and a heating element for heating the airflow directed toward the cleaning components.

[0075] Specifically, the fan can be installed at the air inlet or outlet of the drying area. Driven by a motor, the impeller rotates, creating a directional airflow within the drying area to remove water vapor evaporated from the fibers of the cleaning components, accelerating moisture diffusion and removal, thereby improving drying efficiency. Optionally, the fan speed can be adjusted to control the airflow velocity within the drying area, adapting to the wind resistance tolerance of different types of cleaning components.

[0076] The heating element can be installed in the air outlet duct of the fan or inside the drying area. When the airflow passes through the heating element, it is heated and the heat is transferred to the fiber surface and interior of the cleaning component, causing residual moisture to evaporate. The heating element can be a common type such as an electric heating wire or a PTC ceramic heating element, and its heating power can be adjusted to control the temperature of the drying airflow and adapt to the different drying temperature requirements of different types of cleaning components.

[0077] In some embodiments, the drying apparatus further includes a rotating mechanism for driving the cleaning components to rotate.

[0078] Specifically, a rotating mechanism can be installed within the drying area to drive the cleaning components to be dried to rotate at a set target rotation speed. The rotating mechanism may include a drive motor installed in the base station body, a tray for supporting the cleaning components, and a transmission component connecting the drive motor and the tray. The drive motor drives the tray to rotate, thereby causing the cleaning components to rotate. During the drying process, the control module outputs a speed control signal to the drive motor of the rotating mechanism according to the currently executed target drying mode to adjust the speed, thereby adapting to the different tolerances of various types of cleaning components to rotation speed and mechanical stress.

[0079] In some embodiments, the cleaning base station further includes a humidity detection device disposed in the drying area for acquiring humidity parameters of the dried cleaning components.

[0080] Specifically, after the drying mode corresponding to the type of cleaning component has ended and after the extended drying operation has ended, the humidity detection device detects the humidity of the cleaning components located in the drying area and transmits the detected humidity parameters to the control module, providing data for the control module to determine whether the drying is sufficient. After receiving the humidity parameters from the humidity detection device, the control module compares the humidity parameters with a preset humidity threshold. If the humidity parameter is higher than the preset threshold, the drying device is controlled to extend the drying time of the cleaning components, and the humidity parameter is obtained again through the humidity detection device after the extended drying, forming a closed-loop detection and control, until the humidity parameter is lower than the preset threshold or the preset maximum number of extensions is reached. The humidity detection device can be a resistive humidity sensor with general accuracy or a capacitive humidity sensor with higher accuracy, depending on the application scenario. By setting up the humidity detection device, the cleaning base station can evaluate and adjust the drying effect in real time to ensure that the cleaning components reach the ideal drying state.

[0081] The following describes the application of the drying control method in this application for a clean base station with specific embodiments: Example 1: This embodiment provides a drying scenario where the user places a kitchen cloth into the base station; The identification module of the cleaning base station identifies the cleaning component to be dried as a kitchen cleaning component by using an RFID tag installed on a kitchen dishcloth. The control module receives the type information from the identification module, matches the first drying mode corresponding to the kitchen cleaning component from multiple preset drying modes, and determines the corresponding drying parameters as follows: target drying temperature 70℃, target drying time 20 minutes, target rotation speed is the preset first speed (400 rpm), and target heating power is the preset first power (1000W). The control module outputs the aforementioned drying parameter commands to the drying device. The fan drives the airflow to circulate in the drying area, the heating element heats the airflow to the target temperature, and the rotating mechanism drives the cloth to rotate at a set speed to perform the drying operation.

[0082] After the drying time is up, the drying process is complete, and the user can remove the fully dried kitchen cloth from the drying area.

[0083] This embodiment provides another drying scenario, in which the user places a living room rag into the base station; The identification module of the cleaning base station identifies the cleaning component to be dried as the living room cleaning component by using an RFID tag installed on the living room cleaning cloth; The control module receives the type information from the identification module, matches the second drying mode corresponding to the living room cleaning component from multiple preset drying modes, and determines the corresponding drying parameters as follows: target drying temperature 60℃, target drying time 25 minutes, target rotation speed is the preset second speed (200 rpm), and target heating power is the preset second power (600W). The control module outputs the aforementioned drying parameter commands to the drying device. The fan drives the airflow to circulate in the drying area, the heating element heats the airflow to the target temperature, and the rotating mechanism drives the cloth to rotate at a set speed to perform the drying operation.

[0084] After the drying time is up, the drying process is complete, and the user can remove the fully dried living room cloth from the drying area.

[0085] This embodiment provides another drying scenario, in which the user places a bathroom cloth into the base station; The identification module of the cleaning base station identifies the cleaning component to be dried as the bathroom cleaning component by using an RFID tag installed on the living room rag; The control module receives the type information from the identification module, matches the third drying mode corresponding to the bathroom cleaning component from multiple preset drying modes, and determines the corresponding drying parameters as follows: target drying temperature 45℃, target drying time 35 minutes, target rotation speed is the preset third speed (100 rpm), and target heating power is the preset second power (400W). The control module outputs the aforementioned drying parameter commands to the drying device. The fan drives the airflow to circulate in the drying area, the heating element heats the airflow to the target temperature, and the rotating mechanism drives the cloth to rotate at a set speed to perform the drying operation.

[0086] After the drying time is up, the drying process is complete, and the user can remove the fully dried bathroom cloth from the drying area.

[0087] Example 2: This embodiment provides a drying scenario where the cleaning base station receives a bathroom rag to be dried.

[0088] The cleaning base station uses an identification module to determine the type of the cloth as a bathroom cleaning component. The control module receives the type information from the identification module, matches the third drying mode corresponding to the bathroom cleaning component from multiple preset drying modes, and determines the corresponding drying parameters as follows: target drying temperature 45℃, target drying time 35 minutes, target rotation speed is the preset third speed (100 rpm), and target heating power is the preset second power (400W). The control module outputs the aforementioned drying parameter commands to the drying device. The fan drives the airflow to circulate in the drying area, the heating element heats the airflow to the target temperature, and the rotating mechanism drives the cloth to rotate at a set speed to perform the drying operation.

[0089] After a 35-minute drying period, a humidity detection device located in the drying area measures the humidity of the bathroom cloth. The test results show that the current humidity level of the cloth is 15%, which is higher than the preset humidity threshold of 10%. Therefore, the cloth is determined to have not yet reached the drying standard and is not sufficiently dried. The control module extends the drying time by 5 minutes. After the extended 5-minute drying period, the cleaning base station again retrieved the humidity parameters of the cloth via a humidity detection device. Upon re-detection, the current humidity value of the cloth had dropped to 8%, below the preset humidity threshold of 10%. The control module determined that the cloth had reached the drying standard and terminated the drying process.

[0090] Example 3: This embodiment provides a drying scenario in which the user places kitchen rags, living room rags, and bathroom rags into the drying area of ​​the base station in sequence. The identification module of the cleaning base station reads the identification tag on the kitchen cloth and determines that it is a kitchen cleaning component; The control module matches the first drying mode according to the type of information and adjusts the drying parameters as follows: target drying temperature 70℃, target drying time 20 minutes, target rotation speed is the preset first speed, and target heating power is the preset first power. Perform the drying operation.

[0091] After the kitchen cloth is dried, the user or the cloth replacement facility will remove the kitchen cloth and place a second living room cloth that is waiting to be dried in its place.

[0092] The cleaning base station then uses the identification module to obtain the type information of the cleaning cloth, which is a living room cleaning component; The control module switches the drying mode from the first drying mode to the second drying mode, and the drying parameters are adjusted accordingly: target drying temperature 60℃, target drying time 25 minutes, target rotation speed is the preset second speed, and target heating power is the preset second power. Perform the drying operation.

[0093] After the living room rag has dried, the user or the rag replacement service will remove the living room rag and place it in the third bathroom rag that is waiting to be dried.

[0094] The cleaning base station then uses the identification module to obtain the type information of the cloth, which is a toilet cleaning component; The control module switches the drying mode from the second drying mode to the third drying mode, and the drying parameters are adjusted accordingly: target drying temperature 45℃, target drying time 35 minutes, target rotation speed is the preset third speed, and target heating power is the preset third power. Perform the drying operation.

[0095] Complete the continuous drying of various types of cloths.

[0096] Example 4: This embodiment provides a washing-drying scenario where the user places a kitchen cloth into the washing area of ​​the cleaning base station.

[0097] Based on the identified type information, the control module queries a preset mapping table for the corresponding cleaning mode of the kitchen cleaning components and determines the corresponding cleaning parameters. Simultaneously, the control module determines the appropriate oil-decomposing cleaning solution based on the type information and controls the supply mechanism to deliver a measured amount of the oil-decomposing cleaning solution to the cleaning area. Perform the cleaning operation.

[0098] After the cleaning time is over, the kitchen cloths that have been cleaned by the user manually or by the automatic cloth-changing mechanism are moved to the drying area of ​​the cleaning base station. The identification module of the cleaning base station reads the identification tag on the kitchen cloth and determines that it is a kitchen cleaning component; The control module matches the first drying mode according to the type of information and adjusts the drying parameters as follows: target drying temperature 70℃, target drying time 20 minutes, target rotation speed is the preset first speed, and target heating power is the preset first power. Perform the drying operation.

[0099] After the drying time is up, the drying process is complete, and the user can remove the fully dried kitchen cloth from the drying area.

[0100] Example 5: This embodiment provides a drying scenario where the cloth to be dried is not equipped with identification tags such as RFID tags or QR code tags, so the cleaning base station cannot automatically obtain the type of information of the cloth. The cleaning base station sends a prompt to the user via a mobile terminal APP connected to the base station, asking the user to manually select the type of cloth to be dried. The interactive interface displays preset type options, such as "kitchen cloth", "living room cloth", "bathroom cloth", and "care cloth". When the user selects "kitchen cloth", the control module of the cleaning base station receives the user's input command, determines the type information as kitchen cleaning component, matches the first drying mode corresponding to the kitchen cleaning component from multiple preset drying modes, and adjusts the drying parameters as follows: target drying temperature 70℃, target drying time 20 minutes, target rotation speed is the preset first speed, and target heating power is the preset first power. Perform the drying operation.

[0101] Those skilled in the art will understand that embodiments of this application can be provided as methods, systems, or computer program products. Therefore, this application can take the form of a completely hardware embodiment, a completely software embodiment, or an embodiment combining software and hardware aspects. Furthermore, this application can take the form of a computer program product embodied on one or more computer-usable storage media (including but not limited to disk storage, CD-ROM, optical storage, etc.) containing computer-usable program code.

[0102] This application is described with reference to flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams of methods, apparatus (systems), and computer program products according to embodiments of this application. It will be understood that each block of the flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams, and combinations of blocks in the flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams, can be implemented by computer program instructions. These computer program instructions can be provided to a processor of a general-purpose computer, special-purpose computer, embedded processor, or other programmable data processing apparatus to produce a machine, such that the instructions, which execute via the processor of the computer or other programmable data processing apparatus, generate instructions for implementing the flowchart... Figure 1 One or more processes and / or boxes Figure 1 A device that provides the functions specified in one or more boxes.

[0103] These computer program instructions may also be stored in a computer-readable storage medium that can direct a computer or other programmable data processing device to function in a particular manner, such that the instructions stored in the computer-readable storage medium produce an article of manufacture including instruction means, which are implemented in a process Figure 1 One or more processes and / or boxes Figure 1 The function specified in one or more boxes.

[0104] These computer program instructions may also be loaded onto a computer or other programmable data processing equipment to cause a series of operational steps to be performed on the computer or other programmable equipment to produce a computer-implemented process, thereby providing instructions that execute on the computer or other programmable equipment for implementing the process. Figure 1 One or more processes and / or boxes Figure 1 The steps of the function specified in one or more boxes.

[0105] In a typical configuration, a computing device includes one or more processors (CPU), input / output interfaces, network interfaces, and memory.

[0106] Memory may include non-persistent memory in computer-readable media, such as random access memory (RAM) and / or non-volatile memory, such as read-only memory (ROM) or flash RAM. Memory is an example of computer-readable media.

[0107] Computer-readable media includes both permanent and non-permanent, removable and non-removable media that can store information using any method or technology. Information can be computer-readable instructions, data structures, modules of programs, or other data. Examples of computer storage media include, but are not limited to, phase-change memory (PRAM), static random access memory (SRAM), dynamic random access memory (DRAM), other types of random access memory (RAM), read-only memory (ROM), electrically erasable programmable read-only memory (EEPROM), flash memory or other memory technologies, CD-ROM, digital versatile optical disc (DVD) or other optical storage, magnetic tape, magnetic disk storage or other magnetic storage devices, or any other non-transferable medium that can be used to store information accessible by a computing device. As defined herein, computer-readable media does not include transient computer-readable media, such as modulated data signals and carrier waves.

[0108] It should also be noted that the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus. Unless otherwise specified, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes that element.

[0109] The above are merely embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit the scope of this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the scope of the claims of this application.

Claims

1. A drying control method for a clean base station, characterized in that, A drying control method for a cleaning base station capable of drying multiple cleaning components includes: Obtain information on the types of cleaning components to be dried in the cleaning base station; Based on the category information, a target drying mode corresponding to the category information is determined from multiple preset drying modes; The drying parameters of the cleaning base station are adjusted to correspond to the target drying mode in order to dry the cleaning components.

2. The drying control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The clean base station obtains the type information through at least one of the following methods: The identification module identifies the identity tag located on the cleaning component. Obtained through user input commands; The cleaning base station communicates with the cleaning equipment carrying the cleaning components to obtain the information.

3. The drying control method according to claim 2, characterized in that, The identity tag includes at least one of the following: Electronic radio frequency tags, QR code tags, color block tags, and texture tags are set on the cleaning components; The identification module is at least one of the following: an electronic radio frequency tag reading module, an image recognition module, and a contact identification module corresponding to the identity tag.

4. The drying control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cleaning components include at least two of the following: kitchen cleaning components, living room cleaning components, bathroom cleaning components, and maintenance-type cleaning components; the multiple preset drying modes include at least two of the following drying modes: The first drying mode corresponding to the kitchen cleaning component; The second drying mode corresponding to the living room cleaning component; The third drying mode corresponding to the bathroom cleaning component; as well as The fourth drying mode corresponding to the maintenance-type cleaning component.

5. The drying control method according to claim 4, characterized in that, The drying parameters include at least one of the following: target drying temperature for drying the cleaning component, target drying time, target rotation speed, and target heating power.

6. The drying control method according to claim 5, characterized in that, The target drying temperature of the first drying mode is 65℃-75℃, the target drying time is 15-25 minutes, the target rotation speed is a preset first speed, and the target heating power is a preset first power; The target drying temperature of the second drying mode is 55℃-65℃, the target drying time is 20-30 minutes, the target rotation speed is a preset second speed, and the target heating power is a preset second power; The target drying temperature of the third drying mode is 40℃-50℃, the target drying time is 30-45 minutes, the target rotation speed is a preset third speed, and the target heating power is a preset third power; The target drying temperature of the fourth drying mode is 35℃-45℃, the target drying time is 10-15 minutes, the target rotation speed is a preset third speed, and the target heating power is a preset third power; Wherein, the preset first speed is greater than the preset second speed, and the preset second speed is greater than the preset third speed; the preset first power is greater than the preset second power, and the preset second power is greater than the preset third power.

7. The drying control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drying control method further includes: At the end of the drying process, the humidity parameters of the cleaning component are obtained; If the humidity parameter is higher than the preset humidity threshold, the drying time for the cleaning component is extended. After the extended drying period, the humidity parameter of the cleaning component is obtained again. If the humidity parameter is still higher than the preset humidity threshold, the extended drying process is repeated until the humidity parameter is lower than the preset humidity threshold or the preset maximum number of extended drying periods is reached.

8. The drying control method according to claim 7, characterized in that, Different types of cleaning components correspond to different preset humidity thresholds.

9. The drying control method according to claim 7, characterized in that, If the humidity parameter is still higher than the preset humidity threshold after reaching the preset maximum number of extensions, a prompt message will be issued.

10. The drying control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drying control method further includes: When drying multiple different types of cleaning components in sequence, the cleaning base station is configured to automatically switch the corresponding drying mode according to the type information of the cleaning component to be dried.

11. The drying control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, If the type information cannot be obtained, the user will be prompted to manually select the type of cleaning component, or to use the default drying mode for drying.

12. A clean base station, characterized in that, include: The base station body is provided with a drying area for accommodating and drying the cleaning components to be dried; The identification module is used to obtain information about the type of cleaning components to be dried; A drying device, installed on the base station body, is used to perform a drying operation on the cleaning components; A control module configured to execute a drying control method as described in any one of claims 1-11, to control the drying apparatus to perform a drying operation on the cleaning component located in the drying area in a target drying mode corresponding to the type information.

13. The clean base station according to claim 12, characterized in that, The drying device includes: A fan is used to drive airflow to circulate within the drying area; A heating element is used to heat the airflow blown toward the cleaning component.

14. The clean base station according to claim 13, characterized in that, The drying device also includes a rotating mechanism for driving the cleaning component to rotate.

15. The clean base station according to claim 12, characterized in that, The clean base station also includes: A humidity detection device is installed in the drying area to obtain the humidity parameters of the cleaning components after drying.

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