Washing machine

Abstract

The utility model relates to a washing machine. The washing machine comprises a box body; the first cylinder is arranged in the box body; the number of the second barrels is at least one, and the second barrels are arranged in the box body; wherein the diameter of the first cylinder is in the range of 533 mm to 543 mm; the diameter of the second cylinder ranges from 175 mm to 185 mm. According to the scheme of the multi-drum washing machine under the standard box body, by designing the diameter sizes of the first drum and the second drum arranged in the standard box body, configuration of the multiple drums under the standard box body is achieved, and therefore the space needed by the washing machine is reduced while multiple washing functions are provided for a user at the same time; and the space requirement of the multifunctional washing machine is reduced.

Description

[0001] This application is a divisional application of the utility model patent application with application number 202420243256.4 filed on January 31, 2024. Technical Field

[0002] The present disclosure relates to the technical field of household appliances, and in particular to a washing machine. Background Art

[0003] With the rapid development of science and technology, washing machines with washing functions have become indispensable appliances in people's daily lives. Single-drum washing machines, with their smaller standard cabinet size, are suitable for a wider range of home spaces and are therefore popular with users. However, as users' demands for washing machines increase, they also want single washing machines to provide zoned washing and all-in-one washer-dryer functions.

[0004] By setting up multiple drums in a larger washing machine body, the partitioned washing function of a single machine can be realized, or by setting up a washing drum and a drying drum, the washing and drying function can be realized in a single washing machine body. However, the multi-drum washing machines currently on the market are generally large in size. Utility Model Content

[0005] In order to overcome the problems existing in the related art, the present disclosure provides a washing machine.

[0006] According to a first aspect of an embodiment of the present disclosure, a washing machine is provided, comprising: a housing; a first drum, the first drum being arranged in the housing; and a second drum, at least one of the second drums being arranged in the housing; wherein the diameter of the first drum is in the range of 533 mm to 543 mm; and the diameter of the second drum is in the range of 175 mm to 185 mm.

[0007] In some embodiments, the first drum is any one of a drying drum, a washing drum, and a washing and drying drum; the second drum is any one of a drying drum, a washing drum, and a washing and drying drum.

[0008] In some embodiments, a distance between a center of the first barrel and a center of the second barrel is in a range of 315 mm to 760 mm.

[0009] In some embodiments, a distance between a center of the first barrel and a center of the second barrel is in a range of 345 mm to 760 mm.

[0010] In some embodiments, the distance between the center of the first barrel and the center of the second barrel is in the range of 367 mm to 377 mm.

[0011] In some embodiments, the distance between the center of the first tube and the bottom surface of the box is in the range of 275 mm to 595 mm.

[0012] In some embodiments, the distance between the center of the first tube and the bottom surface of the box is in the range of 398 mm to 408 mm.

[0013] In some embodiments, the distance between the rear end of the second tube and the back surface of the box body is in the range of 1 mm to 500 mm.

[0014] In some embodiments, the distance between the rear end of the second tube and the back side of the box body is in the range of 290 mm to 300 mm.

[0015] In some embodiments, the first tube is disposed below the second tube.

[0016] In some embodiments, the number of the second cylinders is two; the diameters of the two second cylinders are the same; or the diameters of the two second cylinders are different.

[0017] In some embodiments, the first tube is connected to the box through a shock absorber and a first connecting member; the second tube is connected to the box through a second connecting member.

[0018] In some embodiments, a crossbeam is provided at the upper end of the box body; and the second tube is connected to the crossbeam via the second connecting member.

[0019] In some embodiments, the second connecting member may be a hanging spring or a screw assembly.

[0020] In some embodiments, the first tube and the second tube are integrally injection molded, or the first tube and the second tube are connected via a buffer component; the first tube is connected to the box via a shock absorber; the second tube is connected to the box via a first connector.

[0021] In some embodiments, a crossbeam is provided at the upper end of the box body; and the second tube is connected to the crossbeam via the first connecting member.

[0022] In some embodiments, the washing machine includes: a side panel; and a crossbeam disposed on the side panel.

[0023] In some embodiments, the second tube is connected to the beam.

[0024] In some embodiments, the side panels are provided in plurality; one end of the crossbeam is provided on one of the plurality of side panels, and the other end of the crossbeam is provided on another one of the plurality of side panels.

[0025] In some embodiments, the side panel includes a pair of side panels arranged opposite to each other, and both ends of the crossbeam are respectively connected to the pair of side panels.

[0026] In some embodiments, the washing machine includes: a counterweight, and the counterweight is disposed on the beam.

[0027] In some embodiments, the counterweight is disposed in the middle of the beam.

[0028] In some embodiments, the counterweight is fixedly connected to the crossbeam via a third connecting member.

[0029] In some embodiments, the third connecting member is a screw assembly.

[0030] In some embodiments, a reinforcement plate is provided at the upper end of the side plate; and the cross beam is fixedly connected to the reinforcement plate via a fourth connecting member.

[0031] In some embodiments, the fourth connecting member is a screw assembly.

[0032] In some embodiments, the washing machine includes a top cover; and the distance between the cross beam and the top cover is 20 mm to 30 mm.

[0033] In some embodiments, the box body includes a bottom plate arranged at the lower end of the box body, the bottom plate includes a recessed portion recessed toward the lower end, one end of the shock absorber is connected to the first tube, and the other end of the shock absorber is arranged in the recessed portion.

[0034] The technical solution provided by the embodiments of the present disclosure may include the following beneficial effects: The present disclosure provides a solution for a multi-drum washing machine under a standard cabinet, and by adjusting the diameter sizes of the first drum and the second drum arranged in the standard cabinet, a multi-drum configuration under the standard cabinet is achieved, thereby providing users with multiple washing functions at the same time, reducing the space required for the washing machine, and reducing the space demand of a multi-functional washing machine.

[0035] It is to be understood that the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only and are not restrictive of the disclosure. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0036] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with the present disclosure and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the present disclosure.

[0037] Figure 1 The figure is a schematic structural diagram of a washing machine according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0038] Figure 2The figure is a schematic structural diagram of a washing machine according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0039] Figure 3 The figure is a schematic structural diagram of a washing machine according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0040] Figure 4 The figure is a schematic structural diagram of a washing machine according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0041] Figure 5 It is a schematic diagram showing a connection structure between a first cylinder and a box body according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0042] Figure 6 It is a schematic diagram showing a connection structure between a second cylinder and a crossbeam according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0043] Figure 7 It is a schematic diagram showing a connection structure between a second cylinder and a crossbeam according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0044] Figure 8 1 is a schematic top view of the structure of a second connecting member according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0045] Figure 9 FIG. 4 is a schematic structural diagram of a second connecting member according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0046] Figure 10 The figure is a schematic structural diagram of a washing machine with the top plate and the front plate hidden according to an exemplary embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0047] Exemplary embodiments will be described in detail herein, with examples illustrated in the accompanying drawings. In the following description, when referring to the drawings, identical numerals in different figures represent identical or similar elements, unless otherwise indicated. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments are not intended to represent all possible embodiments consistent with the present disclosure. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatus and methods consistent with certain aspects of the present disclosure, as detailed in the appended claims.

[0048] In the related art, multiple drums are often provided in a cabinet to realize the function of zoned washing through the multiple drums. A washing drum and a drying drum may also be provided in the same cabinet at the same time, so that the washing machine has both washing and drying functions.

[0049] However, the cabinet size used in the related art is larger than the standard cabinet size of a single-drum washing machine, which makes the multi-drum washing machine require a larger space, making it difficult for users with a relatively tight indoor space layout to choose this type of washing machine.

[0050] In order to solve the above technical problems, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, a washing machine is provided, which includes: a housing; a first drum, which is arranged in the housing; and a second drum, there is at least one second drum, which is arranged in the housing; wherein the diameter of the first drum is in the range of 533 mm to 543 mm; and the diameter of the second drum is in the range of 175 mm to 185 mm.

[0051] The present disclosure provides a solution for a multi-drum washing machine under a standard housing. By designing the diameter sizes of the first drum and the second drum arranged in the standard housing, the multi-drum configuration under the standard housing is achieved, thereby providing users with multiple washing functions at the same time, reducing the space required for the washing machine, and reducing the space demand of the multi-functional washing machine.

[0052] It can be understood that the washing machine involved in the present disclosure can be applicable to any terminal listed below.

[0053] It can be understood that the standard cabinet referred to in the present disclosure refers to a cabinet having a size similar to that of a single-drum washing machine in the related art.

[0054] Figure 1 The figure is a schematic structural diagram of a washing machine according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0055] In some embodiments, as Figure 1 As shown, the washing machine may include: a housing 100 , a first drum 10 , and a second drum 20 .

[0056] The housing 100 may serve as an outer shell of the washing machine, accommodate components of the washing machine, and provide support and fixation for other components of the washing machine.

[0057] The first drum 10 may be a drum body of a washing machine, and the first drum 10 may be disposed in the housing 100. The first drum 10 may accommodate laundry, and depending on the configuration of the washing machine, the washing machine may wash and dry the laundry in the first drum 10.

[0058] The second drum 20 can be the drum body of the washing machine. The second drum 20 can be set in the box body 100. The second drum 20 can accommodate the laundry, and according to the configuration of the washing machine, the washing machine can wash, dry, etc. the laundry in the second drum 20.

[0059] The cabinet 100 may be a standard cabinet, that is, the configuration of the cabinet 100 is the same as that of a standard cabinet of a single-drum washing machine. For example, the size of the cabinet 100 may be the same as that of a standard cabinet of a single-drum washing machine.

[0060] The number of the second barrel 20 can be one or more, for example, Figure 1 As shown, the number of the second tube 20 may be one.

[0061] The specific number of the second drums 20 may be determined according to the design requirements and space structure of the washing machine.

[0062] By arranging the first drum 10 and the second drum 20 in a box 100 having the same size as a standard box, a multi-drum washing machine with a standard box size is configured, thereby providing users with multiple washing functions at the same time, reducing the space required for the washing machine and reducing the space demand of the multi-functional washing machine.

[0063] In some embodiments, the first drum 10 is any one of a drying drum, a washing drum, and a washing and drying drum.

[0064] When the first drum 10 is a drying drum, the first drum 10 may have a drying function, so that the first drum 10 can dry the objects to be dried in the first drum 10 .

[0065] When the first drum 10 is a washing drum, the first drum 10 may have a washing function, so that the first drum 10 can wash the laundry in the first drum 10 .

[0066] When the first drum 10 is a washing and drying drum, the first drum 10 can have both washing and drying functions, that is, the first drum 10 can wash and dry the contents of the first drum 10 .

[0067] The second drum 20 is any one of a drying drum, a washing drum and a washing and drying drum.

[0068] When the second drum 20 is a drying drum, the second drum 20 may have a drying function, so that the second drum 20 can dry the objects to be dried in the second drum 20 .

[0069] When the second drum 20 is a washing drum, the second drum 20 may have a washing function, so that the second drum 20 can wash the laundry in the second drum 20 .

[0070] When the second drum 20 is a washing and drying drum, the second drum 20 can have both washing and drying functions, that is, the second drum 20 can wash and dry the contents of the second drum 20 .

[0071] The functional combination of the first drum 10 and the second drum 20 can enable the washing machine to have the functions of separate washing, separate drying or washing and drying in one.

[0072] For example, when the first drum 10 and the second drum 20 are both washing and drying drums, the washing machine can have the functions of separate washing, separate drying and washing and drying in one.

[0073] The present disclosure is not limited thereto, and the configuration combination of the first tub 10 and the second tub 20 may be configured according to the design requirements of the washing machine.

[0074] In some embodiments, the diameter of the first barrel 10 can be larger than the diameter of the second barrel 20, so that the capacity of the first barrel 10 can be larger than the capacity of the second barrel 20, and by reducing the diameter of the second barrel 20, a larger installation space is provided for the first barrel 10, so that the size of the first barrel 10 can be increased and meet the needs of large-scale accommodation.

[0075] For example, the first drum 10 may be a main washing drum for washing adult clothes, which requires a larger capacity, and the second drum 20 may be a secondary washing drum for washing children's clothes, which requires a smaller capacity.

[0076] The present disclosure is not limited thereto, and the diameter of the first drum 10 and the diameter of the second drum 20 may be configured according to the functional design requirements of the washing machine. For example, the diameter of the first drum 10 may be the same as the diameter of the second drum 20 .

[0077] Figure 2 The figure is a schematic structural diagram of a washing machine according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0078] In some embodiments, as Figure 2 As shown, the first drum 10 is any one of a washing drum and a washing and drying drum, and the second drum 20 is any one of a washing drum and a washing and drying drum, that is, the first drum 10 and the second drum 20 both have washing functions.

[0079] In order to better clean the clothes, during the washing process of the first drum 10 and the second drum 20, the drum body will vibrate violently, so a gap needs to be left around the first drum 10 and the second drum 20 to prevent the drum body from colliding and causing damage.

[0080] Exemplarily, the distance L1 between the center of the first drum 10 and the center of the second drum 20 can be in the range of 345 mm to 760 mm. If the distance L1 between the center of the first drum 10 and the center of the second drum 20 is less than 345 mm, it is easy for the first drum 10 and the second drum 20 to collide during the washing operation. If the distance L1 between the center of the first drum 10 and the center of the second drum 20 is greater than 760 mm, it is difficult for the box 100 to accommodate the first drum 10 and the second drum 20.

[0081] For example, the distance L2 between the center of the first drum 10 and the bottom surface 102 of the housing 100 can be in the range of 275 mm to 595 mm. If the distance L2 between the center of the first drum 10 and the bottom surface 102 of the housing 100 is less than 275 mm, it is easy for the first drum 10 to collide with the bottom surface of the housing 100 during the washing operation. If the distance L2 between the center of the first drum 10 and the bottom surface 102 of the housing 100 is greater than 595 mm, the position of the first drum 10 will be too high, making it difficult to install the first drum 20 in the remaining space.

[0082] Exemplarily, the distance L3 between the rear end of the second drum 20 and the back side 103 of the box body 100 can be in the range of 1 mm to 500 mm. If the distance L3 between the rear end of the second drum 20 and the back side 103 of the box body 100 is less than 1 mm, the vibration of the second drum 20 will be directly transmitted to the box body 100. If the distance L3 between the rear end of the second drum 20 and the back side 103 of the box body 100 is greater than 500 mm, the volume of the second drum 20 will be reduced, making it difficult to accommodate the clothes to be washed.

[0083] The distance L1 between the center of the first tube 10 and the center of the second tube 20, the distance L2 between the center of the first tube 10 and the bottom surface 102 of the box body 100, and the distance L3 between the rear end of the second tube 20 and the back surface of the box body 100 can simultaneously meet some or all of the above range requirements.

[0084] In some embodiments, a distance L1 between the center of the first barrel 10 and the center of the second barrel 20 may be in the range of 354 mm to 760 mm.

[0085] In some embodiments, as Figure 2 As shown, the first drum 10 and the second drum 20 are drying drums. Since the drying drums do not vibrate violently during operation, there is no need to set a gap around the first drum 10 and the second drum 20. The first drum 10 and the second drum 20 can be set against each other or separately.

[0086] At this time, the distance L1 between the center of the first tube 10 and the center of the second tube 20 can be in the range of 315mm to 760mm. If the distance L1 between the center of the first tube 10 and the center of the second tube 20 is less than 315mm, it is easy for the capacity of the first tube 10 and the second tube 20 to be difficult to meet practical needs. If the distance L1 between the center of the first tube 10 and the center of the second tube 20 is greater than 760mm, it is difficult for the box 100 to accommodate the first tube 10 and the second tube 20.

[0087] In some embodiments, as Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the diameter of the first drum 10 can be larger than that of the second drum 20. This allows the first drum 10 to have a larger volume, thereby meeting the user's needs for large-scale washing or drying in a single batch. This also makes the mass of the first drum 10 greater than that of the second drum 20. Therefore, the first drum 10 can be placed below the second drum 20. By placing the larger first drum 10 below the smaller second drum 20, the overall center of gravity of the washing machine is lowered, which can improve the stability of the washing machine.

[0088] However, the present disclosure is not limited thereto. By enhancing the stability of the washing machine and the center of gravity of other components, the first drum 10 may also be disposed above the second drum 20. The specific positional relationship may be changed according to the design requirements of the washing machine.

[0089] Figure 3 The figure is a schematic structural diagram of a washing machine according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0090] In some embodiments, as Figure 3 As shown, the diameter of the first drum 10 may be in the range of 533 mm to 543 mm, which enables the first drum 10 to have a sufficient volume to meet the user's needs for a large amount of washing or drying in a single time.

[0091] The diameter of the second tube 20 can be in the range of 175 mm to 185 mm, which allows the second tube 20 to provide sufficient space for the first tube 10 while ensuring a certain volume of the second tube 20. In addition, the first tube 10 and the second tube 20 can be placed in a box 100 of standard box size.

[0092] In some embodiments, as Figure 3 As shown, the distance L1 between the center of the first tube 10 and the center of the second tube 20 is in the range of 367mm to 377mm. The distance L1 between the center of the first tube 10 and the center of the second tube 20 within this range can enable the first tube 10 and the second tube 20 to be completely accommodated in the box 100 of standard box size.

[0093] The distance L2 between the center of the first tube 10 and the bottom surface 102 of the box body 100 is in the range of 398 mm to 408 mm. The distance L2 between the center of the first tube 10 and the bottom surface 102 of the box body 100 within this range can prevent the first tube 10 from colliding with the bottom surface 102 of the box body 100 during operation, and can leave space for the installation of the second tube 20.

[0094] The distance L3 between the rear end of the second drum 20 and the back surface 103 of the housing 100 is within a range of 290 mm to 300 mm. Within this range, the length of the second drum 20 can be shortened while maintaining a sufficient volume. Since space within the washing machine is relatively limited, shortening the length of the second drum 20 can ensure stable operation of the second drum 20 while reducing the number of connections between the second drum 20 and the washing machine.

[0095] In some embodiments, the distance from the center of the second tube 20 to the side panel 105 of the box body 100 can be between 108 mm and 112 mm, and the distance from the center of the second tube 20 to the top cover 101 of the box body 100 can be between 122 mm and 127 mm. The above arrangement helps to maintain a distance between the second tube 20 and the box body 100, and prevents the second tube 20 from colliding with the box body 100 when working.

[0096] Figure 4 The figure is a schematic structural diagram of a washing machine according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0097] In some embodiments, as Figure 4 As shown, the number of the second tubes 20 may be two, and the two second tubes 20 may be disposed above the first tube 10 .

[0098] The functions of the two second drums 20 may be the same. For example, the two second drums 20 may both be drying drums, so as to provide more drying areas for the user.

[0099] The functions of the two second drums 20 may be different. For example, the two second drums 20 may be a drying drum and a washing drum, so as to provide users with more washing and drying areas and realize integrated washing and drying.

[0100] The diameter between the two second drums 20 can be changed according to the design requirements of the washing machine. For example, one second drum 20 is used to wash children's clothes and the other second drum 20 is used to dry children's clothes. In this case, the diameters of the two second drums 20 can be the same.

[0101] The diameters of the two second tubes 20 may also be different, and thus different volumes may be designed according to the functional design differences between the two second tubes 20 .

[0102] Figure 5 It is a schematic diagram showing a connection structure between a first cylinder and a box body according to an exemplary embodiment. Figure 6 It is a schematic diagram showing a connection structure between a second cylinder and a crossbeam according to an exemplary embodiment. Figure 7 It is a schematic diagram showing a connection structure between a second cylinder and a crossbeam according to an exemplary embodiment. Figure 8 1 is a schematic top view of the structure of a second connecting member according to an exemplary embodiment. Figure 9 FIG. 4 is a schematic structural diagram of a second connecting member according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0103] In some embodiments, as Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the first tube 10 can be connected to the box body 100 through the shock absorber 33 and the first connecting member 31.

[0104] There can be two shock absorbers 33, one end of each of which can be connected to the bottom of the first drum 10 and disposed on both sides of the first drum 10, and the other end of each of which can be connected to the bottom surface 102 of the housing 100. The shock absorbers 33 can provide support for the first drum 10 while reducing the vibration transmitted from the first drum 10 to the housing 100, thereby reducing the vibration of the housing 100 and the noise generated when the washing machine is operating.

[0105] The second tube 20 can be connected to the box body 100 through the second connecting member 32. One end of the second connecting member 32 can be connected to the top cover 101 of the box body 100, and the other end of the second connecting member 32 can be connected to the top of the second tube 20. The second connecting member 32 can provide a fixing function for the second tube 20.

[0106] In some embodiments, as Figure 3 、 Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, a crossbeam 104 may be provided on the top cover 101 of the housing 100, one end of the second connecting member 32 may be connected to the crossbeam 104, and the other end of the second connecting member 32 may be connected to the top of the second tub 20. The second tub 20 is connected to the top cover 101 of the housing 100 via the second connecting member 32, thereby fixing the second tub 20 in the position of the housing 100. The crossbeam 104 may have a greater structural strength than the top cover 101, thereby better fixing the second tub 20 and providing better stability for the washing machine body, thereby avoiding the instability caused by the second tub 20 being connected to the side panel 105 of the housing 100.

[0107] In some embodiments, the first barrel 10 and the second barrel 20 may be integrally injection molded, so that the first barrel 10 and the second barrel 20 may be an integral component.

[0108] One end of the shock absorber 33 can be connected to the first tube 10, and the other end of the shock absorber 33 can be connected to the bottom surface 102 of the box body 100, so that the shock absorber 33 can support and fix the first tube 10 and the second tube 20 as a whole, and reduce the vibration transmitted to the box body 100 when the first tube 10 and the second tube 20 are working.

[0109] One end of the first connecting member 31 can be connected to the second tube 20 , and the other end of the first connecting member 31 can be connected to the crossbeam 104 of the box body 100 , so that the first connecting member 31 can fix the second tube 20 and the first tube 10 as a whole.

[0110] In other embodiments, the first tube 10 and the second tube 20 may be connected via a buffer component and form an integral component.

[0111] In some embodiments, a crossbeam 104 may be provided on the top cover 101 of the housing 100. One end of the first connector 31 may be connected to the crossbeam 104, and the other end of the first connector 31 may be connected to the top of the second tub 20. The second tub 20 is connected to the top cover 101 of the housing 100 via the first connector 31, thereby fixing the second tub 20 in position within the housing 100. The crossbeam 104 may have greater structural strength than the top cover 101, thereby better securing the second tub 20 and providing greater stability for the washing machine body, thereby avoiding instability caused by the second tub 20 being connected to the side panels 105 of the housing 100.

[0112] In some embodiments, the second connecting member 32 may be a hanging spring that can fix the second cylinder 20 while providing shock absorption and buffering effects for the second cylinder 20 to reduce the vibration transmitted to the box 100 when the second cylinder 20 is working.

[0113] In some embodiments, as Figure 7 、 Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, the second connecting member 32 may be a screw assembly.

[0114] The screw assembly may include a bolt 41 , an upper buffer pad 42 , a lower buffer pad 43 , a washer 44 , and a nut 45 .

[0115] The crossbeam 104 may be provided with a screw hole, through which the bolt 41 is passed. The other end of the bolt 41 passes through the locking portion 46 of the second tube 20. A lower buffer pad 43 may be provided between the locking portion 46 and the bolt 41. The lower buffer pad 43 is tightly connected to the bolt 41 and the locking portion 46.

[0116] The end of the bolt 41 is also provided with a washer 44 and a nut 45. The nut 45 slides on the thread of the bolt 41 and squeezes the washer 44, so that the bolt 41, the lower buffer pad 43, the locking part 46, the upper buffer pad 42 and the crossbeam 104 are fixedly connected.

[0117] A thread is provided on a side of the lower buffer pad 43 facing the bolt 41 , and the bolt 41 can cooperate with the thread of the lower buffer pad 43 , so that the bolt 41 can be more tightly fixed to the lower buffer pad 43 through the thread.

[0118] An upper buffer pad 42 may be provided between the locking portion 46 of the second tube 20 and the cross beam 104 . The upper buffer pad 42 is tightly connected to the cross beam 104 and the locking portion 46 .

[0119] A thread is provided on one side of the upper buffer pad 42 facing the bolt 41 , and the bolt 41 can cooperate with the thread of the upper buffer pad 42 , so that the bolt 41 can be more tightly fixed to the upper buffer pad 42 through the thread.

[0120] The upper buffer pad 42 and the lower buffer pad 43 can be made of elastic material, thereby reducing the vibration transmitted to the beam 104 and the box body 100 when the second cylinder 20 is working.

[0121] In some embodiments, the width of the box 100 can be in the range of 550mm to 650mm, the height of the box 100 can be in the range of 800mm to 900mm, and the depth of the box 100 can be in the range of 500mm to 700mm, that is, the size of the box 100 is the same as that of a standard box.

[0122] Figure 10 The figure is a schematic structural diagram of a washing machine with the top plate and the front plate hidden according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0123] In some embodiments, as Figure 10 As shown, the washing machine may include: side panels 105 and cross beams 104 .

[0124] The side panel 105 may be a part of the panel constituting the housing 100 , and the side panel 105 may be located on the side of the housing 100 of the washing machine.

[0125] The crossbeam 104 can be set on the side panel 105, and the crossbeam 104 can have a stronger structural strength than the plate body of the box body 100 by increasing the thickness, setting reinforcing ribs or reinforcing patterns, etc., so that the crossbeam 104 can reinforce the connection and fixing relationship between the side panel 105 and the box body 100, providing better stability for the washing machine body. The crossbeam 104 can also provide an installation position for other components of the washing machine.

[0126] In some embodiments, as Figure 10 As shown, the second cylinder 20 can be connected to the beam 104. By connecting the second cylinder 20 to the beam 104, the vibration generated by the second cylinder 20 during operation can be first transmitted to the beam 104. The beam 104 vibrates under the influence of the second cylinder 20 and loses part of the vibration energy.

[0127] This can avoid the second drum 20 being directly connected to the housing 100 of the washing machine, reduce the vibration transmitted from the second drum 20 to the housing 100, improve the stability of the washing machine during operation, and reduce the noise during operation of the washing machine.

[0128] For example, Figure 4 As shown, the second drum 20 can be fixed to the beam 104 by the second connecting member 32, avoiding the second drum 20 from being directly connected to the washing machine body 100, reducing the vibration transmitted from the second drum 20 to the body 100, improving the stability of the washing machine during operation, and reducing the noise during operation of the washing machine.

[0129] Exemplarily, the second connecting member 32 can be a screw assembly, which can strengthen the fixing strength between the second cylinder 20 and the beam 104, avoiding relative displacement between the second cylinder 20 and the beam 104 in the working state, thereby reducing the circumference of the second cylinder 20 and providing the second cylinder 20 with the avoidance space required in the working state.

[0130] In some embodiments, as Figure 10 As shown, a plurality of side panels 105 can be provided, one end of the crossbeam 104 can be provided on one of the plurality of side panels 105, and the other end of the crossbeam 104 can be provided on another of the plurality of side panels 105. By respectively providing the two ends of the crossbeam 104 on different side panels 105, the crossbeam 104 can have a larger available space within the limited size of the box 100, so that a crossbeam 104 with a larger length dimension can be provided in the box 100.

[0131] In some embodiments, as Figure 10 As shown, the side panels 105 may include a pair of side panels 105 arranged opposite to each other, and both ends of the beam 104 are respectively connected to the pair of side panels 105. By connecting the beam 104 to the two opposite side panels 105 respectively, the beam 104 can have a larger available space in the limited size of the box 100, and thus a beam 104 with a larger length dimension can be set in the box 100.

[0132] For example, when the box body 100 is a rectangular parallelepiped, the side panels 105 can be two opposite parallel panels of the box body 100 , and the two ends of the beam 104 can be respectively arranged on the two panels. In this case, the length dimension of the beam 104 can be the distance between the two opposite side panels 105 .

[0133] In some embodiments, as Figure 10 As shown, the washing machine may include a counterweight 50 , which may be disposed on the crossbeam 104 .

[0134] By providing a counterweight 50 on the beam 104, the beam 104 as a whole can have a larger mass. By making the beam 104 as a whole have a larger mass, the energy required to vibrate the beam 104 each time can be increased, thereby suppressing the vibration effect transmitted to the beam 104 by the second drum 20, reducing the amplitude of the vibration of the beam 104 during the operation of the second drum 20, and providing better stability for the washing machine body.

[0135] In some embodiments, as Figure 10 As shown, the counterweight 50 is disposed in the middle of the beam 104 .

[0136] The middle portion 106 of the crossbeam 104 is the portion of the crossbeam 104 farthest from the side panels 105. This portion of the crossbeam 104 is therefore the farthest from the fixing structure of the crossbeam 104 and the side panels 105, and is therefore least constrained by the fixing structure. When the second drum 20 vibrates the crossbeam 104, the middle portion 106 of the crossbeam 104 experiences the greatest vibration amplitude.

[0137] By arranging the counterweight 50 at the middle position 106 of the beam 104, the counterweight 50 suppresses the vibration of the middle position 106 of the beam 104, thereby producing a better vibration suppression effect on the beam 104, thereby reducing the vibration amplitude of the beam 104 during the operation of the second drum 20 and providing better stability for the washing machine body.

[0138] In some embodiments, the counterweight 50 can be disposed at a position where the vibration amplitude of the beam 104 is the largest. For example, the counterweight 50 can be disposed on a side of the middle position 106 of the beam 104 away from the second cylinder 20, so that after the second cylinder 20 is fixed to the beam 104, the counterweight 50 is located at a position where the vibration amplitude of the beam 104 is the largest.

[0139] In some embodiments, as Figure 10 As shown, the counterweight 50 can be fixedly connected to the beam 104 via the third connecting member 34. The third connecting member 34 can strengthen the fixing strength between the counterweight 50 and the beam 104, prevent relative movement between the counterweight 50 and the beam 104, and ensure the stability of the washing machine.

[0140] In some embodiments, as Figure 10 As shown, the third connecting member 34 can be a screw assembly, which can strengthen the fixing strength between the counterweight 50 and the beam 104 to ensure the stability of the washing machine.

[0141] The present disclosure is not limited thereto, and the third connecting member 34 may also be other connecting members capable of stably fixing the counterweight 50 and the crossbeam 104 .

[0142] In some embodiments, as Figure 10As shown, a reinforcement plate 107 is provided at the upper end of the side plate 105 , and the cross beam 104 can be fixedly connected to the reinforcement plate 107 via a fourth connecting member 35 .

[0143] The reinforcement plate 107 can be an additional plate body provided on the upper end of the side plate 105. The reinforcement plate 107 can be made to have a stronger structural strength than the side plate 105 by increasing its thickness, providing reinforcing ribs or reinforcing lines, etc., thereby enabling the reinforcement plate 107 to enhance the structural strength of the side plate 105, providing better stability for the washing machine body. The thickness of the reinforcement plate 107 itself provides a fixed position for the crossbeam 104 and reduces the vibration transmitted from the tub and crossbeam 104 to the side plate 105. In addition, without thickening the plate body, sufficient fixed installation space can be provided for the fourth connecting member 35 and the crossbeam 104.

[0144] In some embodiments, as Figure 10 As shown, the fourth connecting member 35 is a screw assembly, which can strengthen the fixing strength between the beam 104 and the reinforcing plate 107, prevent relative movement between the reinforcing plate 107 and the beam 104, and ensure the stability of the washing machine.

[0145] The present disclosure is not limited thereto, and the fourth connecting member 35 may also be other connecting members capable of stably fixing the reinforcing plate 107 and the crossbeam 104 .

[0146] In some embodiments, as Figure 2 and Figure 10 As shown, the washing machine may include a top cover 101 , and the top cover 101 may be a plate on the top of the cabinet 100 .

[0147] The distance between the crossbeam 104 and the top cover 101 can be 20 mm to 30 mm. By setting the distance between the crossbeam 104 and the top cover 101 within this range, a certain distance can be maintained between the crossbeam 104 and the top cover 101. When the second drum 20 is operating, the crossbeam 104 vibrates with the vibration of the second drum 20. Maintaining a certain distance between the crossbeam 104 and the top cover 101 prevents the crossbeam 104 from contacting the top cover 101 during vibration, thereby avoiding noise caused by collision between the crossbeam 104 and the top cover 101 and improving the stability of the washing machine operation.

[0148] In some embodiments, as Figure 10 As shown, the box body 100 may include a bottom plate 108 disposed at the lower end of the box body 100, and the bottom plate 108 may be provided with a recessed portion 109 recessed toward the lower end. One end of the shock absorber 33 may be connected to the first tube 10, and the other end of the shock absorber 33 may be disposed in the recessed portion 109.

[0149] By arranging the shock absorber 33 of the first drum 10 in the recessed portion 109 recessed toward the lower end of the bottom plate 108, the position of the first drum 10 in the housing 100 is made closer to the lower end of the housing 100 as a whole, thereby providing a larger installation space for the second drum 20 and other installation components of the washing machine.

[0150] The present disclosure provides a solution for a multi-drum washing machine under a standard cabinet, in which a first drum 10 and a second drum 20 are provided under the standard cabinet size, thereby realizing a multi-drum configuration under a standard cabinet, thereby providing users with multiple washing functions at the same time, reducing the space required for the washing machine, and reducing the space demand of a multi-functional washing machine.

[0151] It is understood that in this disclosure, "plurality" refers to two or more than two, and other quantifiers are similar. "And / or" describes the association relationship of related objects, indicating that three relationships may exist. For example, A and / or B can mean: A exists alone, A and B exist at the same time, and B exists alone. The character " / " generally indicates that the related objects before and after are in an "or" relationship. The singular forms "a", "the" and "the" are also intended to include the plural forms, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0152] It is further understood that the terms "second," "second," and the like are used to describe various information, but such information should not be limited to these terms. These terms are merely used to distinguish information of the same type from one another and do not indicate a particular order or level of importance. In fact, expressions such as "second," "secondary," and the like are fully interchangeable. For example, without departing from the scope of this disclosure, the second information may also be referred to as the second information, and similarly, the second information may also be referred to as the second information.

[0153] It can be further understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "front", "back", "up", "down", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", etc., indicating the orientation or position relationship, are based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this embodiment and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operate in a specific orientation.

[0154] It is further understood that, unless otherwise specified, “connection” includes a direct connection where there are no other components between the two elements, and also includes an indirect connection where there are other elements between the two elements.

[0155] It is further understood that although operations are described in a particular order in the drawings in the embodiments of the present disclosure, this should not be construed as requiring that the operations be performed in the particular order shown or in a serial order, or that all of the operations shown be performed to obtain the desired results. In certain circumstances, multitasking and parallel processing may be advantageous.

[0156] Those skilled in the art will readily appreciate other embodiments of the present disclosure after considering the specification and practicing the utility model disclosed herein. This application is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of the present disclosure that follow the general principles of the present disclosure and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein. The description and examples are to be considered merely as exemplary, and the true scope and spirit of the present disclosure are indicated by the following claims.

[0157] It should be understood that the present disclosure is not limited to the exact structures described above and shown in the drawings, and that various modifications and changes may be made without departing from the scope thereof. The scope of the present disclosure is limited only by the scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A washing machine, characterized in that: The washing machine comprises: Box; a first tube, the first tube being disposed in the box; and a second tube, the number of the second tube being at least one, and the second tube being disposed in the box; Wherein, the diameter of the first tube is in the range of 533 mm to 543 mm; The diameter of the second cylinder is in the range of 175 mm to 185 mm.

2. The washing machine according to claim 1, wherein The first drum is any one of a drying drum, a washing drum and a washing and drying drum; The second drum is any one of a drying drum, a washing drum and a washing and drying drum.

3. The washing machine according to claim 1, wherein The distance between the center of the first tube and the center of the second tube is in the range of 315 mm to 760 mm.

4. The washing machine according to claim 1, wherein The distance between the center of the first tube and the center of the second tube is in the range of 345 mm to 760 mm.

5. The washing machine according to claim 1, wherein The distance between the center of the first tube and the center of the second tube is in the range of 367 mm to 377 mm.

6. The washing machine according to claim 1, wherein The distance between the center of the first tube and the bottom surface of the box body is within the range of 275 mm to 595 mm.

7. The washing machine according to claim 1, wherein The distance between the center of the first tube and the bottom surface of the box body is within the range of 398 mm to 408 mm.

8. The washing machine according to claim 1, wherein The distance between the rear end of the second tube and the back surface of the box body is within the range of 1 mm to 500 mm.

9. The washing machine according to claim 1, wherein The distance between the rear end of the second tube and the back side of the box body is within the range of 290 mm to 300 mm.

10. The washing machine according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that: The first tube is arranged below the second tube.

11. The washing machine according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that The number of the second tubes is two; The diameters of the two second cylinders are the same; or the diameters of the two second cylinders are different.

12. The washing machine according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that The first tube is connected to the box through a shock absorber and a first connecting member; The second cylinder is connected to the box body through a second connecting piece.

13. The washing machine according to claim 12, characterized in that A crossbeam is provided at the upper end of the box; The second tube is connected to the crossbeam through the second connecting member.

14. The washing machine according to claim 12, wherein: The second connecting member may be a hanging spring or a screw assembly.

15. The washing machine according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that: The first tube and the second tube are integrally injection-molded, or the first tube and the second tube are connected via a buffer component; The first tube is connected to the box through a shock absorber; The second cylinder is connected to the box body through a first connecting piece.

16. The washing machine according to claim 15, characterized in that A crossbeam is provided at the upper end of the box; The second tube is connected to the crossbeam through the first connecting member.

17. The washing machine according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that The washing machine comprises: side panels; A crossbeam is arranged on the side plate.

18. The washing machine according to claim 17, wherein: The second tube is connected to the crossbeam.

19. The washing machine according to claim 17, wherein The side panels are provided in plurality; One end of the crossbeam is arranged on one of the plurality of side plates, and the other end of the crossbeam is arranged on another one of the plurality of side plates.

20. The washing machine according to claim 19, wherein The side plate includes a pair of side plates arranged opposite to each other, and both ends of the crossbeam are respectively connected to the pair of side plates.

21. The washing machine according to claim 17, wherein The washing machine comprises: A counterweight is provided on the crossbeam.

22. The washing machine according to claim 21, characterized in that The counterweight is arranged at the middle portion of the crossbeam.

23. The washing machine according to claim 21, wherein The counterweight is fixedly connected to the crossbeam via a third connecting member.

24. The washing machine according to claim 23, characterized in that The third connecting member is a screw assembly.

25. The washing machine according to claim 17, wherein A reinforcement plate is provided at the upper end of the side plate; The cross beam and the reinforcement plate are fixedly connected via a fourth connecting member.

26. The washing machine according to claim 25, characterized in that The fourth connecting member is a screw assembly.

27. The washing machine according to claim 17, wherein The washing machine includes a top cover; The distance between the cross beam and the top cover is 20 mm to 30 mm.

28. The washing machine according to claim 12, wherein: The box body includes a bottom plate arranged at the lower end of the box body, The bottom plate includes a recessed portion recessed toward the lower end, one end of the shock absorber is connected to the first tube, and the other end of the shock absorber is disposed in the recessed portion.

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