Laundry treating apparatus
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202510307487.6
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-14
- Publication Date
- 2026-09-15
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This application relates to the field of clothing processing technology, and in particular to a clothing processing device. Background Technology
[0002] In daily life, people widely use clothing processing devices, such as dryers and washer-dryer combos, most of which have drying functions. When damp clothes are dried by these devices, they can be worn immediately after drying, bringing great convenience to people's lives and significantly improving their quality of life.
[0003] In garment processing devices of this technology, electrical components such as detectors or lights are installed inside the garment container. To power these components, holes must be drilled in the device to allow electrical wires to be routed in. However, during operation, the walls of these holes continuously rub against the wires. Over time, this friction can wear down the insulation of the wires. Damaged insulation can easily lead to leakage and electric shock risks. Summary of the Invention
[0004] This application provides a clothing processing device that can avoid the risk of leakage and electric shock caused by long-term friction and wear of the wire insulation layer, greatly improving the safety and reliability of the clothing processing device during use.
[0005] This application provides a garment processing device, which includes:
[0006] shell;
[0007] A clothes container, located inside the outer shell, is used to hold clothing;
[0008] Electrical components are located inside the laundry tub;
[0009] A wireless power supply component includes a wireless transmitting module and a wireless receiving module. The wireless transmitting module is directly or indirectly disposed on the outer casing, and the wireless receiving module is disposed on the outer surface of the laundry tub and positioned opposite to the wireless transmitting module.
[0010] A conductive component penetrates the laundry tub and is insulated from the tub wall. The conductive component is made in a non-wire-based manner. One end of the conductive component is exposed on the outer surface of the laundry tub and electrically connected to the wireless receiving module. The other end of the conductive component is exposed on the inner side of the laundry tub and electrically connected to the electrical component.
[0011] In some embodiments, both the wireless receiving module and the conductive component are located at the bottom of the laundry tub.
[0012] In some embodiments, the bottom of the laundry tub includes at least a conductive area and an insulating area surrounding the conductive area, the conductive member being configured to form the conductive area.
[0013] In some embodiments, the conductive member at least partially protrudes from the outer surface of the insulating region;
[0014] And / or, the conductive member at least partially protrudes from the inner surface of the insulating region.
[0015] In some embodiments, the garment handling device is provided with a circulating air duct that connects to the garment drum to provide a circulating airflow that repeatedly flows through the garment drum;
[0016] The wireless receiving module is located on the path of the circulating air duct.
[0017] In some embodiments, the outer casing includes a back panel that is opposite to and spaced apart from the bottom of the laundry tub to form the circulating air duct;
[0018] The bottom of the laundry tub has an air vent that communicates with the circulating air duct, and the projection of the wireless receiving module on the axial direction of the laundry tub is at least partially located within the air vent.
[0019] In some embodiments, multiple air vents are provided, and the wireless receiving module is arranged to overlap with one of the air vents;
[0020] And / or, the air vent is offset from the central axis of the clothes container.
[0021] In some embodiments, the laundry tub includes:
[0022] The bucket body has a clothing inlet on its front side;
[0023] An end cap, which closes the rear opening of the barrel body, and the end cap has an installation port; and
[0024] A mesh component is connected to the end cap and located at the mounting port, the mesh holes of the mesh component being configured as the air vent.
[0025] In some embodiments, the garment handling apparatus further includes:
[0026] A bracket is detachably connected to the outer surface of the laundry tub, and the wireless receiving module is connected to the bracket and positioned opposite the air vent.
[0027] In some embodiments, it also includes:
[0028] The lifting rib is located inside the laundry tub, and the electrical components are located inside the lifting rib or in the space formed by the lifting rib and the laundry tub.
[0029] Based on the above embodiments, by setting up a wireless power supply component, consisting of a wireless transmitting module located on the outer shell and a wireless receiving module located on the outer surface of the laundry tub opposite to the wireless transmitting module, it eliminates the need for a conductive wire to connect to an external power source, effectively avoiding interference between the laundry tub and the conductive wire during rotation. Simultaneously, the conductive component is made of a non-electrical material and is insulated from the tub wall, with its two ends connected to the wireless receiving module and the power-consuming component, respectively, ensuring power transmission and eliminating the risk of leakage and electric shock caused by long-term friction and wear of the wire insulation layer. This greatly improves the safety and reliability of the clothing processing device during use. Attached Figure Description
[0030] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.
[0031] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the clothing handling device of this application;
[0032] Figure 2 This is a partial exploded structural diagram of the clothing processing device of this application;
[0033] Figure 3 This is a partial exploded structural diagram of the clothing handling device of this application from another perspective;
[0034] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the garment handling device of this application.
[0035] Explanation of icon numbers:
[0036] 1000. Clothing handling device; 10. Outer shell; 11. Back panel; 20. Clothing container; 20A. Clothing chamber; 20B. Air vent; 21. Container body; 211. Clothing inlet; 22. End cap; 221. Mounting port; 23. Grid component; 20C. Mounting hole; 30. Electrical component; 40. Lifting rib; 50. Wireless function component; 51. Wireless transmitting module; 52. Wireless receiving module; 60. Conductive component.
[0037] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this application will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation
[0038] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the embodiments of this application will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0039] Where the following description relates to the accompanying drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numbers in different drawings denote the same or similar elements. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments consistent with this application. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatuses and methods consistent with some aspects of this application as detailed in the appended claims.
[0040] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances. Furthermore, in the description of this application, unless otherwise stated, "multiple" refers to two or more. "And / or" describes the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A existing alone, A and B existing simultaneously, or B existing alone. The character " / " generally indicates that the preceding and following related objects are in an "or" relationship.
[0041] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of this application. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.
[0042] Reference Figures 1 to 3 The first aspect of this application discloses a garment processing device 1000. The garment processing device 1000 has a drying function and can be used to dry garments. The garment processing device can be a dryer or a washer-dryer combo. A dryer is a device with a drying function, such as a clothes dryer. A washer-dryer combo is a device that integrates drying and washing functions, such as a washer-dryer combo machine.
[0043] Specifically, the garment handling device 1000 includes a housing 10, a garment holding tub 20, a drive unit (not shown), a heat exchange assembly (not shown), and an electrical component 30.
[0044] The outer casing 10 constitutes the main exterior surface of the garment handling device 1000. The outer casing 10 can be approximately hexahedral in shape, such as a cube or cuboid, and can provide a mounting base for the garment container 20, the drive unit, and other components, as well as protect the garment container 20, the drive unit, and other components.
[0045] The laundry tub 20 has a laundry cavity 20A for holding clothes and other loads. The laundry tub 20 can be made of metal, such as corrosion-resistant and easy-to-clean stainless steel, to make it sturdy and durable, and to effectively resist wear and corrosion during daily use.
[0046] In one embodiment, the rotation axis of the clothes tank 20 can be horizontal, that is, the clothes processing device can be a drum-type clothes processing device.
[0047] Taking the horizontal axis of rotation of the clothes container 20 as an example, the front of the clothes container 20 has a clothes loading / unloading port, allowing the user to put or take out clothes into the clothes container 20A from the front. During the rotation of the clothes container 20, the clothes move from bottom to top. Under the influence of gravity, the clothes fall from top to bottom. Thus, the clothes are dispersed and their posture changed under the combined action of the clothes container 20 and gravity.
[0048] In some embodiments, the laundry tub 20 is generally hollow and cylindrical to facilitate processing.
[0049] In some embodiments, the laundry tub 20 can be a single-tub structure. That is, the clothing handling device has only one tub body, the laundry tub 20. In other embodiments, an outer tub may be fitted around the laundry tub 20.
[0050] The drive unit, serving as the power source for the entire device, can be an electric motor or similar device, enabling the clothes-holding tub 20 to rotate or oscillate. This dynamic motion not only helps clothes tumble evenly within the tub, improving the uniformity of washing and drying, but also effectively prevents clothes from tangling or experiencing excessive wear in certain areas, protecting the fabric of the clothes.
[0051] The garment handling device 1000 is provided with a circulating air duct (not shown) that connects to the garment container 20 to provide a circulating airflow that repeatedly flows through the garment container 20.
[0052] The heat exchange component is used to exchange heat with the airflow in the circulating air duct, thereby dehumidifying and heating. The humid and hot airflow in the clothes tank 20 can enter the circulating air duct through the air outlet, and after heat and mass exchange with the heat exchange component, it is converted into dry and hot airflow, which then flows back into the clothes tank 20.
[0053] In some embodiments, the heat exchange components include a condenser and an evaporator. The garment handling equipment also includes a compressor and a throttling device. The compressor, condenser, throttling device, and evaporator are connected by pipes to form a heat pump system, and the refrigerant can circulate within the heat pump system. The airflow in the circulating duct exchanges heat with the refrigerant in the evaporator and condenser to form a dry, hot airflow. The evaporator is used to cool and dehumidify the humid, hot airflow from the garment tub 20 into a dry, cold airflow; the condenser heats the dry, cold airflow into a dry, hot airflow and returns it to the garment tub 20.
[0054] The working principle of a heat pump system is as follows: The compressor draws in low-pressure gaseous refrigerant and compresses it into high-pressure airflow before discharging it. The discharged high-pressure refrigerant enters the condenser, where it transfers heat to the airflow, causing it to condense into a high-pressure liquid. The high-pressure liquid refrigerant then flows through a throttling device to reduce pressure, becoming a low-pressure, low-temperature gas-liquid two-phase mixture that enters the evaporator. The refrigerant in the evaporator absorbs heat from the airflow, becoming a low-pressure gas. This low-pressure gaseous refrigerant is then drawn back into the compressor, and the cycle repeats, achieving heat exchange. In other words, the evaporator cools and dehumidifies the hot, humid airflow from the clothes container 20, forming a dry, cool airflow. The condenser heats the dry, cool airflow into a hot, dry airflow, which then flows back into the clothes container 20. The hot, dry airflow returning to the clothes container 20 comes into contact with the damp clothes, forming a hot, humid airflow again, completing one drying cycle. By repeatedly running the drying cycle, circulating airflow is continuously supplied to the clothes container 20 to dry the clothes.
[0055] For example, both the evaporator and the condenser can be finned tube or microchannel heat exchangers.
[0056] For example, throttling devices include, but are not limited to, electronic expansion valves, etc.
[0057] In one embodiment, the clothing handling device 1000 includes a fan (not shown) for driving airflow. Exemplarily, the fan is located within a circulating air duct and between a heat exchange assembly and a return air vent. During the drying process, the fan drives the airflow passing through the clothing sequentially through the evaporator and condenser before blowing it onto the clothing to form a circulating airflow. The fan can accelerate airflow and improve drying efficiency.
[0058] The electrical component 30 can take the form of a detection device or a light source. The detection device can measure the conductivity of the load, such as clothing, within the garment chamber 20A. Based on the detection results, the garment processing equipment can accurately determine the degree of drying of the clothing, providing users with a drying effect that better meets their actual needs. The working principle of the detection device is based on direct contact between the electrodes and the clothing. When clothing is processed within the garment chamber 20A, the electrodes can capture various information from the surface of the clothing. This contact-based detection method allows the detection device to accurately and in real-time reflect the state of the clothing, providing crucial data support for the garment processing process. It is understandable that the detection device can employ various detection principles. For example, the detection device can function as a capacitive detection device, utilizing a capacitor structure formed by two electrodes to detect the capacitance characteristics of the clothing, thereby analyzing information such as the material or moisture content of the clothing to determine its degree of dryness. For example, the detection device can function as a resistive detection device, utilizing the resistance change in the resistive structure formed by two electrodes to detect the resistive characteristics of the clothing, thereby analyzing information such as the material or moisture content of the clothing to determine its dryness. The lighting component illuminates the garment chamber 20A, allowing users to clearly and intuitively observe the internal conditions of the chamber during operation, especially during the drying process, enhancing their control over the equipment's operation and improving their user experience.
[0059] In related technologies, holes must be drilled in the device to supply power to the electrical components located inside the garment handling tub, allowing wires to be routed in. However, during operation, the walls of these holes continuously rub against the wires. Over time, this prolonged friction can wear down the insulation of the wires. Once the insulation is damaged, it can easily lead to leakage and electric shock risks.
[0060] Reference Figures 2 to 4 To address the aforementioned issues, the garment handling device 1000 of this application further includes a wireless functional component 50 and a conductive component 60.
[0061] The wireless functional component 50 includes a wireless transmitting module 51 and a wireless receiving module 52. The wireless transmitting module 51 is directly or indirectly mounted on the housing 10, and the wireless receiving module 52 is mounted on the outer surface of the laundry tub 20 and positioned opposite to the wireless transmitting module 51. When the wireless transmitting module 51 is directly connected to the housing 10, the housing 10 has a pre-reserved mounting slot or fitting area. The module is fixed by welding, snap-fit connection, or strong adhesive. Welding ensures a stable electrical and mechanical connection, while snap-fit connection facilitates assembly and subsequent maintenance and replacement. The wireless transmitting module is connected to the housing 10 via an adapter (not shown). One end of the adapter connects to the wireless transmitting module 51 via a specific interface for electrical and mechanical connection, while the other end is fixed according to the material and shape of the housing 10. This adapter typically has flexibility or adjustability, such as being designed as a bendable circuit board. One end connects to the module via a pin header socket, and the other end is fixed to a specific position on the housing with screws or adhesive. The circuit board can also integrate filtering and amplification circuits to preprocess signals. Adapters can solve the problem of housing materials that are not suitable for direct installation. For example, special plastics cannot be welded, and metal housings can block signals. In such cases, materials with good insulation and signal penetration can be selected to avoid interference.
[0062] The wireless transmitting module 51 includes a transmitting coil, and the wireless receiving module 52 includes a receiving coil. Energy can be transferred between the transmitting and receiving coils via a magnetic field. For example, the transmitting coil can generate a changing magnetic field, and the receiving coil can generate current through electromagnetic induction, thereby achieving energy transfer. In this embodiment, even when the laundry tub 20 is rotating, the wireless power transmitting and receiving modules can still provide high-power electrical energy to the electrical components 30, such as the detection device, to meet their power needs.
[0063] A conductive component 60 penetrates the laundry tub 20 to ensure that electrical energy can be transmitted from the outside of the tub to the electrical component 30 inside. The outer contour of the conductive component 60 can be cylindrical or similar. During penetration, the conductive component 60 remains insulated from the wall of the laundry tub 20, effectively preventing current leakage and avoiding safety issues caused by leakage. Notably, the conductive component 60 is made using a non-electrical method, fundamentally different from traditional electrical wires, giving it unique performance advantages. One end of the conductive component 60 extends to the outside of the laundry tub 20, precisely connecting electrically to the wireless receiving module 52, enabling stable reception of electrical energy from the module. The other end extends to the inside of the laundry tub 20, connecting electrically to the electrical component 30, efficiently transmitting electrical energy to the component and providing stable power support for its normal operation, thus ensuring the safe and stable operation of the entire clothing processing device 1000.
[0064] Based on the above embodiments, by setting up a wireless power supply component, consisting of a wireless transmitting module 51 located on the outer casing 10 and a wireless receiving module 52 located on the outer surface of the laundry tub 20 opposite to the wireless transmitting module 51, it eliminates the need for a conductive wire to connect to an external power source, effectively avoiding interference between the laundry tub 20 and the conductive wire during rotation. Simultaneously, the conductive component 60 is made of a non-electrical material and is insulated from the tub wall, with its two ends connected to the wireless receiving module 52 and the power-consuming component 30 respectively, ensuring power transmission and eliminating the risk of leakage and electric shock caused by long-term friction and wear of the wire insulation layer. This greatly improves the safety and reliability of the clothing handling device 1000 during use.
[0065] In some embodiments, both the wireless receiving module 52 and the conductive component 60 are located at the bottom of the laundry tub 20. From a structural layout perspective, this fully utilizes the space at the bottom of the tub, avoiding potential spatial conflicts that could arise from installations in other locations within the tub 20, resulting in a more compact and rational internal space layout. From the perspective of signal transmission and conductivity, the bottom position is relatively stable and less susceptible to interference from external factors such as clothing agitation, which is beneficial for the wireless receiving module 52 to stably receive signals from the wireless transmitting module 51, reducing signal fluctuations and interference. Simultaneously, the conductive component 60's location at the bottom allows for more efficient conductivity, and the bottom position also simplifies the conductive circuit layout, reducing power transmission loss. Moreover, this layout facilitates modular integration in the overall device design. When maintenance or replacement of the wireless receiving module 52 or the conductive component 60 is required, the operation is relatively centralized, facilitating quick location and handling by technicians, improving maintainability, and ensuring stable operation of wireless communication and conductivity-related functions during long-term use, providing users with a continuously reliable user experience.
[0066] In some embodiments, the bottom of the laundry tub 20 includes at least a conductive area and an insulating area surrounding the conductive area, with the conductive component forming the conductive area. The conductive component 60 is made of metal, such as copper or aluminum. Copper has excellent conductivity and good ductility, effectively reducing resistance and energy loss during power transmission, ensuring efficient and stable power transmission. Aluminum is lightweight and low-cost, and also possesses good conductivity, making it suitable for large-scale applications. From a manufacturing perspective, this integrated molding simplifies the production process. Compared to separately installing the conductive component and setting the insulating area later, it reduces assembly steps, lowers the probability of errors during production, thereby improving production efficiency and reducing production costs. From a functional perspective, the conductive area, as part of the tub body, is tightly integrated with the tub body, resulting in more stable conductivity and ensuring efficient current transmission. For example, when power is needed for certain functional components inside the tub, current flows more smoothly through the conductive area, reducing increased resistance and energy loss caused by loose connections. The insulation area surrounding the conductive area effectively prevents current leakage, ensuring the safety of the equipment during use. It also prevents electromagnetic interference with other circuits, allowing each electrical system inside the equipment to operate independently and stably, providing users with a stable and reliable user experience, and helping to extend the overall service life of the equipment.
[0067] In some embodiments, the garment handling device 1000 further includes an insulating bushing (not shown) surrounding the conductive member to form an insulating zone. The insulating bushing is generally made of a material with excellent insulating properties, such as polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) or rubber, to enclose the conductive member 60, effectively isolating it and fundamentally eliminating the possibility of current leakage, thus greatly improving electrical safety. Furthermore, the insulating bushing also acts as a buffer. During the operation of the garment handling device 1000, the garment container 20 may vibrate. The insulating bushing reduces the impact of vibration on the conductive member 60, protecting it from wear, extending its service life, ensuring stable power transmission, and guaranteeing the continuous and stable operation of the garment handling device 1000. In addition to using an insulating bushing for spaced insulation, insulating coatings such as PTFE or epoxy insulating varnish can be applied to the surface of the conductive member 60, and insulating washers such as rubber or ceramic washers can be installed between the conductive member 60 and the mounting hole 20C to form an insulating barrier, preventing current leakage and achieving an insulating effect.
[0068] It should be noted that the bottom of the laundry tub 20 may also include a metal zone, which additionally surrounds the outer periphery of the insulation zone. The presence of the metal zone enhances the structural strength of the tub bottom, making it more stable and durable when bearing the weight of the clothes and coping with various stresses during equipment operation, further improving the overall performance of the laundry tub and ensuring the long-term stable operation of the laundry handling device 1000.
[0069] In some embodiments, the conductive member 60 protrudes at least partially from the outer surface of the insulating region. This design facilitates the connection between the wireless receiving module 52 and the conductive member 60. Because it protrudes from the outer surface of the insulating region, the conductive member 60 can be connected to the wireless receiving module 52 at a relatively obvious location outside the bottom of the container, eliminating the need for complex internal wiring or special installation space, thus reducing assembly difficulty. Simultaneously, the protruding portion is better exposed in a relatively open space, making it less susceptible to the influence of clothing and other structures inside the container during the operation of the clothing handling device 1000. This ensures the stability of the connection between the conductive member 60 and the wireless receiving module 52, thereby guaranteeing the stability of power transmission from the wireless receiving module 52 to the power-consuming components 30 and improving the reliability of the entire clothing handling device 1000 power supply system.
[0070] Optionally, the conductive member 60 may at least partially protrude from the inner surface of the insulating region. This allows the portion protruding from the inner surface of the insulating region to connect more closely and conveniently to the electrical component 30, reducing bends and obstructions in the power transmission path, lowering resistance, and improving power transmission efficiency. Simultaneously, this design facilitates easier docking of the electrical component 30 with the conductive member 60 when installing it inside the container, optimizing the installation layout of the electrical component 30, improving the overall assembly convenience, and thus enhancing the rationality and functionality of the internal structure of the clothing handling device 1000.
[0071] Reference Figures 2 to 4 In some embodiments, the wireless receiving module 52 is located along the path of the circulating air duct. The continuous airflow within the circulating air duct provides excellent heat dissipation for the wireless receiving module 52. During operation of the garment handling device 1000, the wireless receiving module 52 generates heat; if this heat accumulates, it may affect its performance and lifespan. The airflow within the circulating air duct effectively removes this heat, maintaining it within a suitable operating temperature range and ensuring stable reception of wireless signals. Furthermore, since the circulating air duct's location is relatively fixed and its layout is reasonable, placing the wireless receiving module 52 there facilitates wiring and installation within the device, optimizes the overall structural layout, reduces wiring complexity caused by improper module placement, improves the compactness and rationality of the garment handling device 1000's internal structure, and ultimately enhances the overall operational stability and reliability of the device.
[0072] In some embodiments, the housing 10 includes a back panel 11, which is positioned opposite and spaced apart from the bottom of the garment tub 20 to form a circulating air duct. The bottom of the garment tub 20 has an air vent 20B communicating with the circulating air duct, and the projection of the wireless receiving module 52 along the axial direction of the garment tub 20 is at least partially located within the air vent 20B. Thus, when the wireless receiving module 52 partially overlaps with the air vent 20B, the high-speed airflow within the circulating air duct can directly blow onto the wireless receiving module 52. Compared to other locations, the airflow velocity and volume at the air vent 20B are faster, significantly enhancing heat dissipation efficiency. During operation of the garment handling device 1000, the heat generated by the wireless receiving module 52 can be quickly dissipated, keeping it within a suitable operating temperature range. This prevents performance degradation or component damage due to overheating, ensuring stable and efficient reception of signals from the wireless transmitting module 51, thereby guaranteeing the stable operation of the entire garment handling device 1000 power supply system.
[0073] In some embodiments, multiple air vents 20B are provided, with the wireless receiving module 52 overlapping with one of the air vents 20B. The design of multiple air vents 20B allows for more thorough air exchange between the circulating air duct and the interior of the clothes container 20, which is beneficial for improving drying efficiency and other garment processing functions. Furthermore, the overlap of the wireless receiving module 52 with a single air vent 20B allows the air flowing through that vent to be more concentrated on the wireless receiving module 52. Compared to multiple air vents 20B sharing the heat dissipation task, this arrangement avoids dispersed airflow, enabling the wireless receiving module 52 to receive a stronger and more stable airflow. This significantly improves the heat dissipation efficiency of the wireless receiving module 52, quickly removing the heat generated during operation, ensuring stable module operation, effectively preventing signal reception instability caused by overheating, and providing a solid guarantee for stable power supply and efficient operation of the garment processing device 1000.
[0074] Optionally, the air vent 20B is offset from the central axis of the garment container 20. This design cleverly avoids interference with other components (such as connecting flanges) in the central area of the garment container 20. During the operation of the garment handling device 1000, components such as the connecting flange in the central part of the garment container 20 play a crucial role in connection and fixation. If the air vent 20B were located on the central axis, it might conflict with these components spatially, affecting their installation and normal operation. By offsetting the air vent 20B, the smooth airflow between the circulating air duct and the interior of the garment container 20 is ensured, while sufficient space is reserved for components such as the connecting flange, ensuring that the components do not interfere with each other, making the internal structural layout of the garment handling device 1000 more reasonable. In addition, the offset air vent 20B can also guide air to form more effective convection within the garment container 20, further improving the garment handling effect. It also allows the wireless receiving module 52 to work better in an interference-free environment, ensuring the stable operation and overall performance of the device.
[0075] Reference Figures 2 to 4 In one embodiment, the laundry tub 20 includes a tub body 21, an end cap 22, and a mesh component 23. The front side of the tub body 21 has a clothing inlet 211, and the end cap 22 closes the rear opening of the tub body 21, with an installation port 221. The mesh component 23 is connected to the end cap 22 and located at the installation port 221, and the mesh holes of the mesh component 23 are configured as air vents 20B. This configuration has several advantages. Firstly, using the mesh holes as air vents 20B allows air to circulate between the laundry tub 20 and the circulating air duct, ensuring smooth air circulation and providing some support and restraint for the clothing, preventing clothing from clogging the air vents 20B and affecting airflow during clothing processing. Secondly, utilizing the structure of the mesh component 23 itself as an air vent 20B reduces additional processing and installation steps, simplifies the structure of the laundry tub 20, and lowers production costs. Meanwhile, the mesh openings, acting as air vents 20B, filter and evenly distribute air during circulation, making the air entering the garment tub 20 more uniform and improving garment processing efficiency, such as more even drying. Furthermore, this design allows for a tighter fit between the wireless receiver module 52 and the air vents 20B. Because the mesh component 23 is connected to the bottom of the tub, it's easier to position the wireless receiver module 52 appropriately, further enhancing its heat dissipation efficiency and signal reception stability, ensuring the stable operation of the garment processing device 1000.
[0076] In another embodiment, the garment handling device 1000 further includes a bracket (not shown) detachably connected to the outer surface of the garment container 20. The wireless receiving module 52 is connected to the bracket and positioned opposite the air vent 20B. This design offers significant advantages. The detachable bracket facilitates installation and maintenance. When the wireless receiving module 52 needs repair or replacement, the bracket and the wireless receiving module 52 can be easily removed, reducing operational difficulty and maintenance costs. The wireless receiving module 52's connection to the bracket and its alignment with the air vent 20B ensures it is precisely in the optimal receiving position, maximizing the use of airflow at the air vent 20B for heat dissipation. This effectively improves the heat dissipation efficiency of the wireless receiving module 52, ensuring stable operation at a suitable temperature. Simultaneously, the relative positioning also facilitates better reception of signals from the wireless transmitting module 51 by the wireless receiving module 52, enhancing the stability and reliability of signal transmission and ensuring the normal operation of the entire garment handling device 1000's power supply system. In addition, fixing the wireless receiver module 52 with a bracket can avoid the installation position limitation problem that may be caused by its direct connection with the outer surface of the clothes container 20, so that the installation position of the wireless receiver module 52 can be flexibly adjusted according to actual needs, thus optimizing the internal structural layout of the clothes handling device 1000.
[0077] Reference Figures 2 to 4 In some embodiments, the garment handling device 1000 further includes a lifting rib 40 disposed within the garment tub 20, i.e., within the garment cavity 20A. The lifting rib 40 can actively contact and tightly adhere to the garments within the garment cavity 20A as the garment tub 20 rotates, causing the garments to undergo complex movements along with the rotation of the garment tub 20. Specifically, under the push of the lifting rib 40, the garments undergo a process of slowly rising from the bottom to the top, and then, under the combined action of gravity and centrifugal force, naturally slide back to the bottom. This repeated cycle of rising and falling not only allows the garments to continuously change their posture within the garment cavity 20A, but also ensures that every corner of the garments receives even washing or drying treatment, thereby achieving optimal cleaning or drying results. At least a portion of the lifting rib 40 is a metal component. Specifically, the metal component can be the main support part of the lifting rib 40, such as the main body or cover of the lifting rib 40, or it can be a metal part embedded in or attached to the lifting rib 40, such as a metal electrode.
[0078] In one embodiment, the electrical component 30 is housed within the lifting rib 40. On one hand, the lifting rib 40 provides a relatively flexible position for the electrical component 30 during the movement of the clothing, allowing it to fully contact the clothing. This enables the electrical component 30 to more accurately detect or process the condition of the clothing. For example, if the electrical component 30 is a detection element, it can more accurately detect relevant parameters of the clothing. On the other hand, using the structure of the lifting rib 40 to install the electrical component 30 effectively saves space within the garment container 20 and optimizes the internal layout.
[0079] In another embodiment, the electrical component 30 is disposed within the space formed by the lifting rib 40 and the clothes-holding tub 20. This design has unique advantages. The space is relatively concealed and stable, effectively protecting the electrical component 30 from direct impact and friction from clothing during movement, thus extending its lifespan. Furthermore, this space is located in a critical area of clothing movement within the clothes-holding tub 20, allowing the electrical component 30 to more accurately sense changes in the clothing's condition. For example, when the electrical component 30 is used as a detection element, it can more comprehensively detect parameters such as humidity and conductivity of the clothing, providing a reliable basis for the clothing processing device 1000 to more accurately determine the processing progress. In addition, utilizing the space between the lifting rib 40 and the clothes-holding tub 20 to house the electrical component 30 fully utilizes the unused space within the device, further optimizing the internal structural layout of the clothing processing device 1000 and making the overall structure more compact and rational.
[0080] In the accompanying drawings of this embodiment, the same or similar reference numerals correspond to the same or similar components. In the description of this application, it should be understood that if terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, they are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, the terms used to describe positional relationships in the accompanying drawings are only for illustrative purposes and should not be construed as limiting this patent. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms can be understood according to the specific circumstances.
[0081] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit this application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.
Claims
1. A garment processing device, characterized in that, include: shell; A clothes container, located inside the outer casing, is used to hold clothing; Electrical components are located inside the laundry tub; A wireless power supply component includes a wireless transmitting module and a wireless receiving module. The wireless transmitting module is directly or indirectly disposed on the outer casing, and the wireless receiving module is disposed on the outer surface of the laundry tub and is disposed opposite to the wireless transmitting module. as well as A conductive component penetrates the laundry tub and is insulated from the tub wall. The conductive component is made in a non-wire-based manner. One end of the conductive component is exposed on the outer surface of the laundry tub and electrically connected to the wireless receiving module. The other end of the conductive component is exposed on the inner side of the laundry tub and electrically connected to the electrical component.
2. The garment processing apparatus as described in claim 1, characterized in that, Both the wireless receiving module and the conductive component are located at the bottom of the laundry tub.
3. The garment processing apparatus as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The bottom of the laundry tub includes at least a conductive area and an insulating area surrounding the conductive area, and the conductive component is configured to form the conductive area.
4. The garment processing apparatus as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The conductive member at least partially protrudes from the outer surface of the insulating region; And / or, the conductive member at least partially protrudes from the inner surface of the insulating region.
5. The garment handling apparatus as described in any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The garment processing device is equipped with a circulating air duct that connects to the garment holding tub to provide a circulating airflow that repeatedly flows through the garment holding tub. The wireless receiving module is located on the path of the circulating air duct.
6. The garment processing apparatus as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The outer casing includes a back panel, which is positioned opposite to and spaced apart from the bottom of the laundry tub to form the circulating air duct. The bottom of the laundry tub has an air vent that communicates with the circulating air duct, and the projection of the wireless receiving module on the axial direction of the laundry tub is at least partially located within the air vent.
7. The garment processing apparatus as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The air vents are provided in multiple ways, and the wireless receiving module is arranged to overlap with one of the air vents. And / or, the air vent is offset from the central axis of the clothes container.
8. The garment processing apparatus as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The laundry tub includes: The bucket body has a clothing inlet on its front side; An end cap, which closes the rear opening of the barrel body, and the end cap has an installation port; and A mesh component is connected to the end cap and located at the mounting port, the mesh holes of the mesh component being configured as the air vent.
9. The garment processing apparatus as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The garment processing device also includes: A bracket is detachably connected to the outer surface of the laundry tub, and the wireless receiving module is connected to the bracket and positioned opposite the air vent.
10. The garment handling apparatus as described in any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, Also includes: The lifting rib is located inside the laundry tub, and the electrical components are located inside the lifting rib or in the space formed by the lifting rib and the laundry tub.