Supporting structure of clothes dryer
By adopting support structures of multiple connecting plates and fixed plates in the dryer, and using the combination of protrusions, limiting parts, snaps and limiting slots, the problem of insufficient connection stability of the front and rear support frames of the dryer is solved, and the drum is accurately installed and smoothly rotated, which improves the overall structural stability and strength of the dryer.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202420924732.9
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-04-29
- Publication Date
- 2025-03-07
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-04-29
AI Technical Summary
The connection structure between the front and rear support frames of the clothes dryer is insufficient, resulting in structural instability and affecting the installation and rotation of the drum.
The support structure including a front support frame, a rear support frame, a connecting plate and a fixed plate is adopted, and is connected between the front support frame and the rear support frame through multiple connecting plates, and the coupling of projections, limiting parts, snaps and limiting grooves is used to achieve accurate positioning and stable connection.
It significantly improves the connection stability between the front and rear support frames, ensures the precise installation and smooth rotation of the drum, enhances the structural strength of the entire clothes dryer, and can withstand greater loads and impacts.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of household appliances, and in particular to a supporting structure of a clothes dryer. Background Art
[0002] With the improvement of living standards, clothes dryers have entered more and more ordinary families and have become one of the essential household appliances for high-quality life. It uses a motor to drive the drum to rotate, thereby continuously lifting and dropping the clothes, and the hot air blown by the compressor heat pump or electric heater creates hot air that evaporates through the clothes and then condenses to separate the water to dry the clothes.
[0003] Usually, a front support plate is provided between the drum and the front plate of the dryer, and a rear support plate is provided between the roller and the rear plate. However, the front support plate and the rear support plate are often connected and fixed by a single structural member, resulting in weak structural stability. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of the embodiments of the present application is to provide a support structure for a clothes dryer, which improves the connection stability between the front support frame and the rear support frame in the clothes dryer and can achieve precise positioning.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this application adopts the following technical solutions:
[0006] On the one hand, a support structure of a dryer is provided, comprising: a front support frame, a rear support frame, a plurality of connecting plates and a fixing plate, the front support frame and the rear support frame being arranged opposite to each other, an installation space for installing a drum being defined between the front support frame and the rear support frame, a plurality of protrusions being arranged on the rear support frame, a plurality of limiting portions being arranged on the front support frame opposite to the protrusions, a plurality of connecting plates being connected between the front support frame and the rear support frame in sequence and at intervals, each of the connecting plates comprising a first end portion and a second end portion opposite to each other, the first end portion being provided with a buckle engaged with the protrusion, the second end portion being provided with a limiting groove engaged with the limiting portion, the fixing plate comprising an arc-shaped fixing portion and a strip-shaped fixing portion, the two ends of the arc-shaped fixing portion being respectively locked to two adjacent connecting plates, and the curvature of the arc-shaped fixing portion being the same as the curvature of the drum, one end of the strip-shaped fixing portion being connected to the middle end of the arc-shaped fixing portion, and the other end being fixedly connected to the rear support frame.
[0007] Furthermore, a first rotation groove capable of rotating with the drum is formed on one side of the front support frame relative to the rear support frame, and a second rotation groove corresponding to the first rotation groove is formed on one side of the rear support frame.
[0008] Furthermore, a motor position for installing a driving motor is provided on the rear support frame, and a power end of the driving motor can pass through the motor position and be connected to the drum.
[0009] Furthermore, a delivery opening for installing a door panel is provided on a side of the front support frame facing away from the rear support frame, and the door panel is hinged to the delivery opening.
[0010] Furthermore, the rear support frame is provided with a fan position for the guide fan to be embedded and fixed.
[0011] Furthermore, the connecting plate and the front support frame are locked by screws, and / or the connecting plate and the rear support frame are locked by screws.
[0012] Furthermore, the arc-shaped fixing portion and the connecting plate are locked by screws, and / or the strip-shaped fixing portion and the rear supporting frame are locked by screws.
[0013] Furthermore, the arc-shaped fixing portion and the strip-shaped fixing portion are an integrally formed part.
[0014] Furthermore, two clamping parts are symmetrically arranged at the second end of the connecting plate, and the limiting groove is defined between the two clamping parts.
[0015] Furthermore, four connecting plates are provided, and the four connecting plates are symmetrically distributed.
[0016] The beneficial effects of the present application are as follows: the front support frame and the rear support frame are arranged opposite to each other, and an installation space for installing the roller is formed between them; the protrusion on the rear support frame corresponds to the limiting portion on the front support frame, providing an accurate positioning basis for the connecting plate; a plurality of connecting plates are connected between the front support frame and the rear support frame at intervals, which not only enhance the connection strength between the front and rear support frames, but also achieve accurate positioning through their specific structure; the first end portion of each connecting plate is provided with a buckle that cooperates with the protrusion on the rear support frame, and the second end portion is provided with a limiting groove that cooperates with the limiting portion on the front support frame; this design ensures that the connecting plate is fixed at the front and rear A stable position between the support frames; the fixing plate includes an arc-shaped fixing portion and a strip-shaped fixing portion. The curvature of the arc-shaped fixing portion is the same as that of the roller, so that it can be relatively close to the roller but not fit closely, and can provide a guiding effect for the rotation of the roller to avoid rotational deviation, and can provide a temporary support effect when the roller is offset, and the two ends of the arc-shaped fixing portion are respectively locked to the two adjacent connecting plates, thereby further enhancing the connection stability between the connecting plate and the front and rear support frames, one end of the strip-shaped fixing portion is connected to the arc-shaped fixing portion, and the other end is fixed to the rear support frame, which further strengthens the stability of the entire support structure. Through a variety of connection and fixing methods, such as the cooperation between the buckle and the protrusion, the cooperation between the limit groove and the limit part, and the locking of the fixed plate, this support structure significantly improves the connection stability between the front support frame and the rear support frame. The coordinated use of the protrusion, the limit part, the buckle and the limit groove ensures the precise positioning of the connecting plate between the front and rear support frames, avoiding deviation and misalignment during installation. Moreover, through the reinforcement of the connecting plate and the fixed plate, the strength of the entire support structure is significantly improved, and it can withstand greater loads and impacts. At the same time, due to the use of quick connection methods such as buckles and limiters, the installation process becomes simpler and more efficient. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0017] The present application is further described in detail below based on the drawings and embodiments.
[0018] Figure 1 A three-dimensional diagram of the support structure of the clothes dryer according to an embodiment of the present application;
[0019] Figure 2 A three-dimensional diagram of the front support frame according to an embodiment of the present application;
[0020] Figure 3 A three-dimensional diagram of the rear support frame described in the embodiment of the present application;
[0021] Figure 4 A three-dimensional diagram of the connecting plate according to an embodiment of the present application;
[0022] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional diagram of the fixing plate described in the embodiment of the present application.
[0023] In the figure: 1, front support frame; 101, limiting part; 102, delivery port; 2, rear support frame; 201, protrusion; 202, motor position; 203, fan position; 3, connecting plate; 301, buckle; 302, limiting groove; 303, clamping part; 4, fixing plate; 401, arc-shaped fixing part; 402, strip-shaped fixing part. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0024] In order to make the technical problems solved by this application, the technical solutions adopted, and the technical effects achieved more clearly, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application are further described in detail below. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of this application, not all of them. Based on the embodiments in this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative work are within the scope of protection of this application.
[0025] In the description of this application, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "connected", "connected", and "fixed" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, it can be the internal connection of two elements or the interaction relationship between two elements. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in this application can be understood according to specific circumstances.
[0026] In the present application, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, a first feature being "above" or "below" a second feature may include that the first and second features are in direct contact, or may include that the first and second features are not in direct contact but are in contact through another feature between them. Moreover, a first feature being "above", "above" and "above" a second feature includes that the first feature is directly above and obliquely above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. A first feature being "below", "below" and "below" a second feature includes that the first feature is directly below and obliquely below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.
[0027] like Figure 1-Figure 5As shown, this embodiment provides a support structure of a clothes dryer, including: a front support frame 1, a rear support frame 2, a plurality of connecting plates 3 and a fixing plate 4, the front support frame 1 and the rear support frame 2 are arranged opposite to each other, and an installation space for installing a drum is defined between the front support frame 1 and the rear support frame 2, a plurality of protrusions 201 are arranged on the rear support frame 2, a plurality of limiting portions 101 opposite to the protrusions 201 are arranged on the front support frame 1, and a plurality of connecting plates 3 are sequentially spaced and connected between the front support frame 1 and the rear support frame 2, and each of the connecting plates 3 includes a relative The first end portion and the second end portion, the first end portion is provided with a buckle 301 engaged with the protrusion 201, the second end portion is provided with a limiting groove 302 engaged with the limiting portion 101, the fixing plate 4 includes an arc-shaped fixing portion 401 and a strip-shaped fixing portion 402, the two ends of the arc-shaped fixing portion 401 are respectively locked to the two adjacent connecting plates 3, and the curvature of the arc-shaped fixing portion 401 is the same as the curvature of the roller, one end of the strip-shaped fixing portion 402 is connected to the middle end of the arc-shaped fixing portion 401, and the other end is fixedly connected to the rear support frame 2.
[0028] Based on the above scheme, the front support frame 1 and the rear support frame 2 are arranged opposite to each other, and an installation space for installing the roller is formed between them. The protrusion 201 on the rear support frame 2 corresponds to the limiting portion 101 on the front support frame 1, providing a precise positioning basis for the connecting plate 3. Multiple connecting plates 3 are connected between the front support frame 1 and the rear support frame 2 at intervals. They not only enhance the connection strength between the front and rear support frames 2, but also achieve precise positioning through their specific structure. The first end of each connecting plate 3 is provided with a buckle 301 that cooperates with the protrusion 201 on the rear support frame 2, and the second end is provided with a limiting groove 302 that cooperates with the limiting portion 101 on the front support frame 1. This design ensures that the connecting plate 3 is A stable position between the front and rear support frames 2; the fixing plate 4 includes an arc-shaped fixing portion 401 and a strip-shaped fixing portion 402. The curvature of the arc-shaped fixing portion 401 is the same as the curvature of the roller, so that it can be relatively close to the roller but not fit, and can provide a guiding effect for the rotation of the roller to avoid rotational deviation, and can provide a temporary support effect when the roller is offset, and the two ends of the arc-shaped fixing portion 401 are respectively locked to the two adjacent connecting plates 3, thereby further enhancing the connection stability between the connecting plate 3 and the front and rear support frames 2, one end of the strip-shaped fixing portion 402 is connected to the arc-shaped fixing portion 401, and the other end is fixed to the rear support frame 2, which further strengthens the stability of the entire support structure. Through a variety of connection and fixing methods, such as the cooperation between the buckle 301 and the protrusion 201, the cooperation between the limit groove 302 and the limit part 101, and the locking of the fixing plate 4, this support structure significantly improves the connection stability between the front support frame 1 and the rear support frame 2, wherein the coordinated use of the protrusion 201, the limit part 101, the buckle 301 and the limit groove 302 ensures the precise positioning of the connecting plate 3 between the front and rear support frames 2, avoiding deviation and misalignment during installation, and through the reinforcement of the connecting plate 3 and the fixing plate 4, the strength of the entire support structure is significantly improved, and it can withstand greater loads and impacts. At the same time, due to the use of quick connection methods such as the buckle 301 and the limit, the installation process becomes simpler and more efficient.
[0029] Preferably, a first rotation groove capable of rotating with the drum is provided on one side of the front support frame 1 relative to the rear support frame 2, and a second rotation groove corresponding to the first rotation groove is provided on one side of the rear support frame 2. The design of the first rotation groove and the second rotation groove allows the drum to achieve smooth rotation cooperation between the front support frame 1 and the rear support frame 2. The importance of this rotation cooperation is reflected in the following aspects: Improving the stability of drum rotation: Through the rotation grooves on the front support frame 1 and the rear support frame 2, the drum can rotate freely therein, reducing the friction and resistance during the rotation process, thereby improving the stability of drum rotation. Reducing noise and wear: Smooth rotation cooperation reduces the friction between the drum and the support frame, which not only reduces the noise during the operation of the dryer, but also reduces the wear of the drum and the support frame, and extends the service life of the dryer. Optimizing washing and drying effects: The smooth rotation of the drum helps to evenly distribute the clothes in the drum, improve the drying effect, and ensure that the clothes can be dried evenly.
[0030] Furthermore, the rear support frame 2 is provided with a motor position 202 for installing a driving motor, and the power end of the driving motor can pass through the motor position 202 and be connected to the drum. The driving motor is directly installed on the rear support frame 2, reducing the additional transmission mechanism, making the structure of the entire dryer more compact, saving valuable space, and the driving motor directly drives the drum to rotate, reducing the energy loss of the intermediate transmission link, improving the transmission efficiency, and making the operation of the dryer more efficient. In addition, the direct installation method of the driving motor simplifies the installation process and reduces the difficulty of installation. At the same time, since the motor position 202 is on the rear support frame 2, it is also convenient for future maintenance and overhaul work. In general, the design of the motor position 202 provided on the rear support frame 2 not only optimizes the structural layout of the dryer, but also improves the transmission efficiency and the convenience of installation and maintenance, which significantly improves the performance and user experience of the dryer.
[0031] Furthermore, the rear support frame 2 is provided with a fan position 203 for the guide fan to be embedded and fixed. Providing a fan position 203 for the guide fan to be embedded and fixed on the rear support frame 2 is a more comprehensive and detailed design consideration. This design not only optimizes the internal structure layout of the dryer, but also improves the installation stability and work efficiency of the guide fan. Specifically, the opening of the fan position 203 enables the guide fan to be tightly embedded in the rear support frame 2, and to be stably fixed by fasteners or other connection methods. This fixing method avoids the loosening or displacement of the guide fan during operation, ensuring its stable and reliable working state. At the same time, the design of the fan position 203 also takes into account the air inlet and outlet paths of the guide fan to ensure that it can smoothly guide the air flow and improve the drying efficiency of the dryer. By reasonably arranging the position and size of the fan position 203, it can be ensured that the air flow path between the guide fan and the drum is the shortest and most direct, reducing energy loss and improving the drying effect. In addition, the opening of the fan position 203 also facilitates the installation and maintenance of the guide fan. During the installation process, the operator can easily insert the guide fan into the fan position 203 and fix it. During maintenance, the guide fan can also be easily disassembled for cleaning or replacement.
[0032] Preferably, a side of the front support frame 1 away from the rear support frame 2 is provided with a delivery port 102 for installing a door panel, and the door panel is hinged to the delivery port 102. The provision of the delivery port 102 allows the user to directly put the clothes into the drum from one side of the front support frame 1 without moving the dryer or performing cumbersome operations. At the same time, the door panel is connected to the delivery port 102 in a hinged manner, which not only ensures the stability of the door panel, but also makes the opening and closing of the door panel simple and convenient. The user only needs to gently push the door panel to open or close it, thereby easily completing the delivery and removal of clothes. In addition, this design also takes into account the overall aesthetics and sealing of the dryer. The close fit between the door panel and the delivery port 102 can effectively prevent the leakage of hot air and moisture, and improve the drying efficiency of the dryer; at the same time, the appearance and material of the door panel can also match the overall style of the dryer, thereby improving the overall aesthetics of the product.
[0033] In some embodiments, the connecting plate 3 and the front support frame 1 are locked by screws, the connecting plate 3 and the rear support frame 2 are locked by screws, the arc-shaped fixing portion 401 and the connecting plate 3 are locked by screws, and the strip-shaped fixing portion 402 and the rear support frame 2 are locked by screws. In these embodiments, screws, as a common fastener, are widely used in the connection between the connecting plate 3 and the front support frame 1, the connecting plate 3 and the rear support frame 2, the arc-shaped fixing portion 401 and the connecting plate 3, and the strip-shaped fixing portion 402 and the rear support frame 2. This design not only ensures the stability and reliability of the structure, but also makes the installation and disassembly process simple and fast. Specifically, the screw locking between the connecting plate 3 and the front support frame 1 and the rear support frame 2 ensures the precise positioning and stable connection of the connecting plate 3 between the front and rear support frames 2. This connection method can effectively resist external vibration and impact and ensure the stability of the entire support structure. At the same time, the screw locking between the arc-shaped fixing portion 401 and the connecting plate 3, and the screw locking between the strip-shaped fixing portion 402 and the rear support frame 2, further enhance the overall stability of the support structure. The strip-shaped fixing portion 402 strengthens the connection between the rear support frame 2 and the fixing plate 4. In addition, the use of screws as fasteners also has the advantages of strong versatility and low cost. As a standardized fastener, screws are easy to purchase and replace, reducing maintenance costs. At the same time, the reliability of screw connections has also been widely recognized and can meet the use requirements of dryers in various working environments.
[0034] Generally speaking, the arc-shaped fixing portion 401 and the strip-shaped fixing portion 402 are integrally formed. An integrally formed part means that the arc-shaped fixing portion 401 and the strip-shaped fixing portion 402 are made through a one-time molding process, and there are no additional connectors or interfaces between them. This design eliminates the potential risks caused by loose connectors or stress concentration at interfaces, thereby improving the durability and reliability of the entire fixing plate 4. In addition, the integrally formed part also has better integrity and aesthetics. Since there are no obvious seams or interfaces, the appearance of the fixing plate 4 is neater and more beautiful, which meets the aesthetic requirements of modern homes. At the same time, the manufacturing process of the integrally formed part is also easier to automate and standardize, which helps to improve production efficiency and reduce costs.
[0035] In some embodiments, the second end of the connecting plate 3 is symmetrically provided with two clamping parts 303, and the limiting groove 302 is defined between the two clamping parts 303. The connecting plate 3 is provided with four, and the four connecting plates 3 are symmetrically distributed. First, regarding the design of the second end of the connecting plate 3, by symmetrically providing two clamping parts 303 at the second end and defining the limiting groove 302 between the two clamping parts 303, this structure can be closely matched with the limiting part 101 on the front support frame 1. This symmetrical design not only ensures the stability of the connection, but also makes the installation process easier and improves production efficiency. Secondly, regarding the number and distribution of the connecting plates 3, four connecting plates 3 are provided and symmetrically distributed with the surface formed by connecting the symmetry axes of the front support frame 1 and the rear support frame 2 as the symmetry surface, which is an efficient and balanced layout method. This design can ensure that the connection between the front and rear support frames 2 is more stable, and at the same time disperse the stress generated by the roller during operation, and extend the service life of the support structure. In addition, the symmetrically distributed connecting plates 3 also make the entire support structure look more beautiful and coordinated.
[0036] In the description of this article, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", etc., and other directions or positional relationships are only for the convenience of description and simplification of operation, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific direction, be constructed and operated in a specific direction, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation of this application. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used to distinguish in the description and have no special meaning.
[0037] In the description of this specification, the description with reference to the terms "an embodiment", "example", etc. means that the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present application. In this specification, the schematic representation of the above terms does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example.
[0038] In addition, it should be understood that although this specification is described according to implementation methods, not every implementation method contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative method of the specification is only for the sake of clarity. Those skilled in the art should regard the specification as a whole. The technical solutions in each embodiment may also be appropriately combined to form other implementation methods that can be understood by those skilled in the art.
[0039] The technical principles of the present application are described above in conjunction with specific embodiments. These descriptions are only for explaining the principles of the present application and cannot be interpreted as limiting the scope of protection of the present application in any way. Based on the explanations herein, those skilled in the art can think of other specific implementation methods of the present application without creative work, and these methods will fall within the scope of protection of the present application.
Claims
1. A support structure for a clothes dryer, characterized in that: include: A front support frame (1), a rear support frame (2), a plurality of connecting plates (3) and a fixing plate (4), wherein the front support frame (1) and the rear support frame (2) are arranged opposite to each other, and an installation space for installing a roller is defined between the front support frame (1) and the rear support frame (2), the rear support frame (2) is provided with a plurality of protrusions (201), the front support frame (1) is provided with a plurality of limiting portions (101) opposite to the protrusions (201), the plurality of connecting plates (3) are sequentially spaced and connected between the front support frame (1) and the rear support frame (2), and each of the connecting plates (3) comprises a first end portion and a second end portion opposite to each other. Two end portions, the first end portion is provided with a buckle (301) that is engaged with the protrusion (201), the second end portion is provided with a limiting groove (302) that is engaged with the limiting portion (101), the fixing plate (4) comprises an arc-shaped fixing portion (401) and a strip-shaped fixing portion (402), the two ends of the arc-shaped fixing portion (401) are respectively locked to the two adjacent connecting plates (3), and the curvature of the arc-shaped fixing portion (401) is the same as the curvature of the roller, one end of the strip-shaped fixing portion (402) is connected to the middle end of the arc-shaped fixing portion (401), and the other end is fixedly connected to the rear support frame (2).
2. The support structure of the clothes dryer according to claim 1, characterized in that: A first rotation groove capable of rotating with the drum is provided on one side of the front support frame (1) relative to the rear support frame (2), and a second rotation groove corresponding to the first rotation groove is provided on one side of the rear support frame (2).
3. The support structure of the clothes dryer according to claim 2, characterized in that: The rear support frame (2) is provided with a motor position (202) for installing a driving motor, and the power end of the driving motor can pass through the motor position (202) and be connected to the roller.
4. The support structure of the clothes dryer according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: A delivery opening (102) for installing a door panel is provided on a side of the front support frame (1) facing away from the rear support frame (2), and the door panel is hinged to the delivery opening (102).
5. The support structure of the clothes dryer according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: The rear support frame (2) is provided with a fan position (203) for the guide fan to be embedded and fixed.
6. The support structure of a clothes dryer according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: The connecting plate (3) and the front support frame (1) are locked by screws, and / or the connecting plate (3) and the rear support frame (2) are locked by screws.
7. The support structure of a clothes dryer according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: The arc-shaped fixing portion (401) and the connecting plate (3) are locked by screws, and / or the strip-shaped fixing portion (402) and the rear support frame (2) are locked by screws.
8. The support structure of a clothes dryer according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: The arc-shaped fixing portion (401) and the strip-shaped fixing portion (402) are integrally formed parts.
9. The support structure of a clothes dryer according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: Two clamping portions (303) are symmetrically arranged at the second end of the connecting plate (3), and the limiting groove (302) is defined between the two clamping portions (303).
10. The support structure of a clothes dryer according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: Four connecting plates (3) are provided, and the four connecting plates (3) are symmetrically distributed.